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Event: C301: Queiroz vs Gora
Date: May 05, 2024

#R1#
Gora lands a jab to the nose.#CUT2#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Donk. Vale Queiroz catches Gora right on the button with a cross.
Gora on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Vale Queiroz. Vale Queiroz obviously looking to wear him down.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up but Gora circles away and keeps his distance.
Gora bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Vale Queiroz connects with a jab.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice strike.
Vale Queiroz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Gora throws out a counter right but Vale Queiroz avoids it with no problem.
Vale Queiroz rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gora moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Vale Queiroz lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Vale Queiroz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gora let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Vale Queiroz fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick which misses Gora's front leg but catches the back leg as Gora tries to avoid it.
Gora misses with a body shot.
Vale Queiroz blocks a head kick by Gora.
Vale Queiroz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vale Queiroz lands an overhand right.#T1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Vale Queiroz.
Gora jabs at Vale Queiroz's body.
Gora lands a slapping body shot.
Gora fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vale Queiroz manages to avoid it.
Gora is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Vale Queiroz rather than just go for the knockout.
Gora chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Vale Queiroz can pounce on him.
Vale Queiroz lands a glancing blow to the side of Gora's head.
Gora throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Vale Queiroz rushes Gora and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Gora wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Vale Queiroz has him pressed against the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Gora avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Gora uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gora misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right handed body shot lands from Gora.
Gora lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Gora fails to land.
Gora blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz blocks a body shot from Gora.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Gora breaks the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands with a thumping leg kick.
Vale Queiroz dodges the punch combination from Gora.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Gora moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz lands a leg kick that knocks Gora off balance momentarily.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Gora backs up against the cage.
Vale Queiroz turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Gora dodges the punch combination from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a series of strikes that have Gora backpedaling.
Jab, jab by Vale Queiroz - just one landing. #T3#
Vale Queiroz throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL#
Vale Queiroz darts in and clinches Gora up against the cage.#BC2#
Gora breaks the clinch.
Vale Queiroz throws a series of strikes that have Gora backpedaling.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Gora moves away
and Gora counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vale Queiroz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gora.#CL#
Vale Queiroz has Gora up against the cage in a clinch. #BC2#
Gora breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz punishes Gora's body with a nice straight punch.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up
and Gora counters with a two punch combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Gora is having none of it.
Gora throws a big counter head kick but Vale Queiroz avoids it with no problem.
Gora throws a low kick but Vale Queiroz moves out of range easily.
Vale Queiroz appears to be looking for a big counter.#T4#
Vale Queiroz misses with a double jab
and Gora counters with a stiff right hand.
Gora throws a leg kick but Vale Queiroz sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Vale Queiroz scores with a body shot.
Vale Queiroz lunges at Gora with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gora's hand.
Vale Queiroz blocks a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz is looking to clinch but Gora is avoiding it.
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Gora paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Gora works Vale Queiroz's body with a nice hook.
Vale Queiroz lands a leg kick that knocks Gora off balance momentarily.
Vale Queiroz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gora.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vale Queiroz attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Gora blocks a leg kick.#CL#
Vale Queiroz gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Gora with a hook.
Vale Queiroz throws a nice looking combination but Gora bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gora throws a big counter head kick but Vale Queiroz avoids it with no problem.
Gora throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Vale Queiroz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vale Queiroz connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is winning the standup battle so far.
Gora throws a push kick but Vale Queiroz slaps the foot to one side.
Gora takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick which misses Gora's front leg but catches the back leg as Gora tries to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz misses with a low kick.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gora manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gora misses with a looping left.
Gora on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up but Gora circles away and keeps his distance.
A little jabbing left from Gora on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Vale Queiroz has taken the fight to the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gora tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Vale Queiroz smiles and moves away. #T1#
Gora misses with a hook.
Vale Queiroz lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Gora throws the kick towards the body but Vale Queiroz avoids it.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the strikes.
Vale Queiroz with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A good leg kick by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a low kick.
Vale Queiroz scores with a one two! Gora had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch up but Gora swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It seemed like Gora was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Gora tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Vale Queiroz connects with an inside leg kick.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gora avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
Vale Queiroz throws a quick inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A left and a right from Vale Queiroz both land. Nice combination.
Gora dodges the punch combination from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a right and a left that both miss.
Vale Queiroz misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gora looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gora circles away from the clinch attempt.
Vale Queiroz with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Gora swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gora connects with a right hand. Vale Queiroz shakes it off.
Gora throws a head kick that misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a two punch combination.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Vale Queiroz lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Gora has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Gora and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Gora looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T3#
Vale Queiroz fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Vale Queiroz throws a nice looking combination but Gora bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gora on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Vale Queiroz. Vale Queiroz obviously looking to wear him down.
Vale Queiroz works Gora's body with a nice hook.#CL#
Vale Queiroz darts in and clinches Gora up against the cage.
Gora lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards. #BC2#
Gora pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Gora jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gora lets loose with a powerful body kick. Vale Queiroz will feel that in the morning.
Gora avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vale Queiroz connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gora's hands.
A head kick from Vale Queiroz lands but Gora takes it in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Vale Queiroz gets a clinch. #T4#
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Gora avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Gora throws a head punch that misses.
Gora swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gora can do to turn this around?
Gora working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gora backwards.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Gora's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vale Queiroz throws a half hearted mid kick.
Vale Queiroz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Vale Queiroz throws a body shot but no joy.
Gora throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gora sizes up Vale Queiroz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gora throws a lazy right hand but Vale Queiroz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice leg kick that just misses Gora's sensitive parts.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the strikes.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a leg kick but Gora saw it coming and moves away.
Gora uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vale Queiroz.
Gora throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Gora tries to keep at a distance but Vale Queiroz has taken the fight into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Gora fails to land.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gora's elbow.
Gora misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gora misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gora blocking some punches.
Gora blocking some punches.
A short right from Gora on the inside.
Gora blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Gora throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC2#
Gora manages to break the clinch.
Vale Queiroz looks to land a combination but Gora avoids it well. #T1#
A jab lands there for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Vale Queiroz will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vale Queiroz feints and then cracks Gora's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gora down.
A big right from Gora misses.
Vale Queiroz wants to clinch.
Gora swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Left hook, right uppercut from Vale Queiroz. #T2#
Gora dodges the punch combination from Vale Queiroz.
It seemed like Gora was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Vale Queiroz connects with a solid leg kick.
Vale Queiroz lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Gora takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gora takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Vale Queiroz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch there but Gora circles away.
Vale Queiroz scores with a sloppy right hand. Gora should have avoided that one.
Gora has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch there but Gora circles away.
Vale Queiroz defending well as Gora loads up on a big left hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vale Queiroz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Gora tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A combination from Vale Queiroz does no damage.
Gora throws out a counter right but Vale Queiroz avoids it with no problem.
Vale Queiroz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vale Queiroz scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Vale Queiroz misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gora was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Gora throws a push kick but Vale Queiroz slaps the foot to one side. #CL#
Vale Queiroz has closed the distance and engaged Gora in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Gora's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Gora manages to break the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a double jab
and Gora counters with a stiff right hand.
Gora attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Vale Queiroz is looking for a counter combo.#T4#
Vale Queiroz throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Gora on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Vale Queiroz connects with a single shot there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gora thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Vale Queiroz finds it's way through Gora's defenses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gora shapes to counter with a head kick.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Gora moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz wants to clinch.
Vale Queiroz throws a nice outside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Nice shot by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Vale Queiroz lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL#
Vale Queiroz takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Gora breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vale Queiroz connects with a leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Gora blocks the low kick.
Gora is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A big right from Gora misses.
Vale Queiroz defending well as Gora loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz is looking to score with low kicks.
Gora looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Vale Queiroz.
Gora uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vale Queiroz.
Nice cross by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz doesn't manage to clinch there - Gora circles away.
Gora now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T1#
Vale Queiroz throws a nice looking combination but Gora bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gora ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Vale Queiroz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vale Queiroz throws a poor cross that misses
and Gora counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Vale Queiroz thinking.
Gora on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Gora misses with a few strikes there.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab to the head.
Vale Queiroz with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up
and Gora cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vale Queiroz digs a good hook to Gora's body.
Gora misses with a straight left.
Gora has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2#
Vale Queiroz scores with a one two! Gora had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick but Gora sees it coming and moves out of range.
Gora now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Vale Queiroz fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gora looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Vale Queiroz misses with an uppercut. Gora saw that one coming.
Vale Queiroz throws a series of punches but Gora avoids them all with ease.
Gora throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Gora misses with a low kick.
Vale Queiroz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Vale Queiroz throws a body punch but Gora moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Vale Queiroz with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #CL#
Vale Queiroz darts in and clinches Gora up against the cage.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice shot to the body.
Gora misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Gora controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gora.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside.
Gora lands a body punch.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Gora lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Gora tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vale Queiroz's elbow.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Gora lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Gora pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Vale Queiroz moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Gora lands a nice looking body kick.
Gora circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gora buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A right-left combo lands from Vale Queiroz. #T4#
Vale Queiroz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gora.
Gora's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Gora showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vale Queiroz.
A countering left hand to the body from Gora misses.
Gora bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vale Queiroz moves in looking to clinch but Gora pushes him off.
Vale Queiroz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch but Gora swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vale Queiroz doesn't manage to clinch there - Gora circles away.
Gora keeps the fight on the outside.
Gora takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Gora throws a jab but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a big counter combination but Gora scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
Vale Queiroz rushes Gora and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz had his way with Borowa Gora in that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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.#R5#
The fight stays on the outside here - Vale Queiroz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Borowa Gora has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vale Queiroz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Vale Queiroz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gora! But no joy.
Gora on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Gora attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice cross by Gora.
Vale Queiroz with a nice cross.
Gora keeps Vale Queiroz at a distance using the push kick.
Vale Queiroz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gora.
Gora takes one to the side of the head. #T1#
Gora has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Vale Queiroz.
A right-left combo lands from Vale Queiroz.
A solid body kick from Gora.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gora manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Gora swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gora throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick
and Gora counters with a two punch combo.
A telegraphed right hand from Gora misses the target.
Gora misses with a body kick.
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy body shot
and Gora counters with an outside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz throws a right and a left that Gora avoids nicely.
Gora looks like he wants to counter punch here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vale Queiroz just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Vale Queiroz is looking to score with low kicks.
Vale Queiroz throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Gora avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gora let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Vale Queiroz throws a nice inside leg kick.
Gora throws a poor cross that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with an inside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gora.
Gora blocks a head kick by Vale Queiroz.
Gora avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gora was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Vale Queiroz slips a straight right by Gora.
Vale Queiroz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gora throws out the jab.
Vale Queiroz with the inside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz thumps Gora with a low kick.#CL#
Vale Queiroz instigates a clinch. #T3#
Gora doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz prevents Gora from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Gora pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a series of punches.
Vale Queiroz fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Vale Queiroz connects with a body shot.#CL#
Vale Queiroz instigates a clinch.
Gora working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gora.
Gora lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Gora lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Gora doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Gora breaks the clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Vale Queiroz. That's going to slow Gora down.
Gora avoids the body shot from Vale Queiroz. #T4#
A low kick lands for Vale Queiroz.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A slapping leg kick lands for Vale Queiroz.
Gora takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gora throws a big shot that misses.
Vale Queiroz is looking to clinch.
Vale Queiroz fails with an attempt to clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Gora misses with a looping left.
As Gora looks to move away, Vale Queiroz throws a big counter combo but Gora just gets out of the way.
Vale Queiroz lands a high kick! #CL#
Vale Queiroz moves into the clinch.
Gora lands with a right to the head.
Gora fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Gora blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Vale Queiroz 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 50:45
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 50:45
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz retains his light heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Erasmo Vale Queiroz 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: C298: Queiroz vs Mahogany II
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1#
A good leg kick by Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vale Queiroz getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mahogany stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vale Queiroz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mahogany checks the leg kick nicely there.
Vale Queiroz tries a low kick but Mahogany avoids it.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up but Mahogany circles away and keeps his distance.
Mahogany tries a head kick but it misses.
Vale Queiroz appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz throws an off balance right hand
and Mahogany counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Vale Queiroz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Vale Queiroz defending well as Mahogany loads up on a big left hand.
Vale Queiroz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vale Queiroz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mahogany scores with a leg kick.
Mahogany showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vale Queiroz.
A slapping leg kick lands for Vale Queiroz.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An inside leg kick from Vale Queiroz misses. #T1#
Vale Queiroz scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz takes a swing at Mahogany's ribcage but misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mahogany.
A punch lands to the side of Mahogany 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mahogany uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany throws a chopping leg kick but Vale Queiroz manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Mahogany looks for the body kick but Vale Queiroz saw that one coming.
Vale Queiroz gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Mahogany misses with a looping left.
Mahogany needs to keep his hands up - Vale Queiroz had a free shot at his head there.
Vale Queiroz slips a straight right by Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz misses with a series of wild punches.
Vale Queiroz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mahogany throws out the jab.
Vale Queiroz tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Mahogany is able to avoid easily.
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mahogany paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mahogany tries to counter with a clinch but Vale Queiroz shakes him off and moves away.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up.
Good leg kick by Mahogany.
Mahogany throws a looping overhand right but Vale Queiroz ducks down to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz is looking to clinch. #T2#
Vale Queiroz fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mahogany.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mahogany throws a hook but Vale Queiroz avoids it easily.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a series of punches.
Vale Queiroz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mahogany.
Mahogany throws a head kick but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Mahogany keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick
and Mahogany counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mahogany throws a head kick that misses.
Mahogany 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.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mahogany manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mahogany.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vale Queiroz. Mahogany does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mahogany.
Mahogany keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mahogany throws a right hand that Vale Queiroz ducks under and follows up with a left that Vale Queiroz also avoids with ease.#CL#
Vale Queiroz has Mahogany up against the cage in a clinch.
Mahogany blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land. #T3#
Mahogany misses with a body punch.
Mahogany working aggressively here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Mahogany's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mahogany's gas tank.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Mahogany's head.
Mahogany tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Mahogany's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mahogany misses with the head strike.
Mahogany misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mahogany.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mahogany.#BC2#
Mahogany's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch there but Mahogany circles away.
Mahogany swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz's corner calls for a 1-2. Vale Queiroz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
Vale Queiroz moves into the clinch.#T4#
Mahogany misses with the head strike.
Mahogany tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vale Queiroz's elbow.
A hook to the body from Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mahogany backwards.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
Mahogany misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahogany's elbow.
Vale Queiroz works on Mahogany's body with a couple of short punches.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mahogany misses with a punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Mahogany.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vale Queiroz presses Mahogany against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Mahogany swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Mahogany throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Vale Queiroz lands a leg kick that knocks Mahogany off balance momentarily.
Vale Queiroz defending well as Mahogany loads up on a big left hand.
Mahogany scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mahogany takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nice uppercut lands for Vale Queiroz. That snapped Mahogany's head back.
A clash of legs there as Vale Queiroz blocks the low kick.
Vale Queiroz throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mahogany misses with a head kick.
Vale Queiroz throws a nice looking combination but Mahogany bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Vale Queiroz tries to bum rush Mahogany with a series of wild strikes but Mahogany uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mahogany lands a nice hook to Vale Queiroz's body. Vale Queiroz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A low kick from Vale Queiroz misses
and Mahogany counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Vale Queiroz darts in and clinches Mahogany up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Mahogany misses with the head strike.
Mahogany lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz. #T1#
Mahogany working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mahogany backwards.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Mahogany's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mahogany's gas tank.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Mahogany's ribcage. Mahogany let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mahogany is breathing heavily.
Mahogany prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany working aggressively here.
Mahogany fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Vale Queiroz.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahogany's elbow.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mahogany misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mahogany backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vale Queiroz gets through Mahogany's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
Mahogany misses with some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Mahogany blocks it.
Mahogany tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahogany controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Mahogany.
Mahogany lands a body punch.
Mahogany lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shoulder strike.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Mahogany lands a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahogany controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land. #T3#
Mahogany throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mahogany can do to turn this around?
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mahogany digs a right hand underneath Vale Queiroz's ribcage. Vale Queiroz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mahogany is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vale Queiroz is defending well for now.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mahogany misses with some punches.
Mahogany throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vale Queirozs head.
Mahogany blocks an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here. #BC2#
Mahogany breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook
and Mahogany counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Mahogany throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mahogany swats away the attempt to clinch by Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Mahogany takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vale Queiroz takes a swing at Mahogany's ribcage but misses.
Mahogany keeps the fight on the outside.
Mahogany takes a swing at Vale Queiroz's ribcage but misses.
Mahogany wants to land a leg kick but Vale Queiroz is out of range.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Mahogany's front leg with a kick but Mahogany checks it.
Mahogany checks a low kick from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick but Mahogany checks it.
Vale Queiroz fails with an attempt to clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Vale Queiroz misses the target.
Vale Queiroz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mahogany.
Mahogany appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz misses with a double jab
and Mahogany counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mahogany rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Vale Queiroz moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Vale Queiroz takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vale Queiroz works Mahogany's body with a nice hook.
Mahogany checks a low kick from Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mahogany shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Vale Queiroz with a nice cross.
Vale Queiroz misses with a head kick.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vale Queiroz doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mahogany cracks Vale Queiroz with a good jab.
Rich Mahogany seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vale Queiroz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mahogany throws a low kick but it's checked well by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vale Queiroz jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Vale Queiroz blocks a jab.
Mahogany connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Vale Queiroz momentarily.
Mahogany throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vale Queiroz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Mahogany throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mahogany. That's going to slow Vale Queiroz down.
Nice jab there from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vale Queiroz moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mahogany shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Mahogany misses with an uppercut. Vale Queiroz saw that one coming.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook. Mahogany ducked under it nicely.
Mahogany shapes to counter with a head kick.
Vale Queiroz wants to clinch up but Mahogany keeps it at a distance.
Mahogany tries to counter by closing the distance.
Mahogany lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up but Mahogany circles away and keeps his distance.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mahogany let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Mahogany throws a good cross that connects.
Nice uppercut lands for Vale Queiroz. That snapped Mahogany's head back.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the strikes.
Mahogany swings for the body but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick
and Mahogany counters with a left and a right that stings Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Mahogany eats them both and turns towards Vale Queiroz to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mahogany throws a low kick but Vale Queiroz moves out of range easily.
Mahogany scores with a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz moves to clinch but Mahogany breaks away
and Mahogany counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mahogany looks to throw the jab but Vale Queiroz is out of range. #T2#
Vale Queiroz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mahogany.
Mahogany lands with a nice body punch.
Mahogany uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Vale Queiroz has time to react.
Vale Queiroz tries to score with a low kick but Mahogany moves his leg out of the way.
Vale Queiroz doesn't manage to clinch there - Mahogany circles away.
Mahogany throws a solid leg kick but Vale Queiroz takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz tries to bum rush Mahogany with a series of wild strikes but Mahogany uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Vale Queiroz throws a chopping leg kick but Mahogany manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
It seemed like Mahogany was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mahogany connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mahogany misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mahogany scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mahogany avoids the head kick by Vale Queiroz. #CL#
Vale Queiroz rushes Mahogany and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahogany controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Mahogany's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mahogany tries a body shot but Vale Queiroz blocks it.
Mahogany tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Mahogany's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3##BC2#
Mahogany pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz misses with a low kick.
As Vale Queiroz backs off Mahogany throws a huge counter combo but Vale Queiroz manages to avoid it all.
Vale Queiroz connects with a single shot there.
Mahogany is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
That kick from Vale Queiroz tenderised Mahogany's leg. Mahogany is trying to keep his angry face on.
Vale Queiroz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Mahogany moves away from the strike by Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany throws out a counter right but Vale Queiroz avoids it with no problem.
Vale Queiroz moves in looking to clinch but Mahogany pushes him off.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick but Mahogany checks it.
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mahogany swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Mahogany misses with a looping left.
Mahogany lands a glancing blow to the side of Vale Queiroz's head.
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch but Mahogany swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vale Queiroz misses the jab.
Mahogany swats away the attempt to clinch by Vale Queiroz.#T4#
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mahogany on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Vale Queiroz is looking to clinch but Mahogany is avoiding it.
Mahogany misses the shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz is looking for a counter combo.
Mahogany lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vale Queiroz at a distance.
Mahogany misses with a looping right.
Mahogany missing with a left hand there. Vale Queiroz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vale Queiroz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mahogany missing with a left hand there. Vale Queiroz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mahogany thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vale Queiroz misses with a jab to the body
and Mahogany counters with a straight right hand.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range as Mahogany strikes.
Mahogany swings for the body but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Mahogany scores with a decent looking hook.
Vale Queiroz swinging wildly here.
Mahogany tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rich Mahogany really dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Vale Queiroz paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Vale Queiroz looks to land a combination but Mahogany avoids it well.
An inside leg kick from Vale Queiroz misses.
Mahogany is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mahogany thuds his shin into the meat of Vale Queiroz's side.
Mahogany throws a jab when Vale Queiroz was well out of range.
Vale Queiroz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Mahogany misses with a body shot.
Mahogany moves out of range as Vale Queiroz strikes.
A combination from Vale Queiroz does no damage.
Vale Queiroz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mahogany can pounce on him.
Mahogany chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Vale Queiroz looks to score with a jab to the body but Mahogany is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up.
Mahogany swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Vale Queiroz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mahogany counters with a body kick.#T1#
Vale Queiroz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Vale Queiroz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mahogany.
As Mahogany looks to move away, Vale Queiroz throws a big counter combo but Mahogany just gets out of the way.
Vale Queiroz bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mahogany's head.
Vale Queiroz slips under a jab.
Mahogany takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Vale Queiroz misses with a series of wild punches.
Vale Queiroz throws a low kick but Mahogany avoids it.
Sloppy strikes from Vale Queiroz. Those never looked like landing.
Vale Queiroz misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mahogany throws out a loose jab but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz throws a lazy right hand but Mahogany sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the strikes.
Mahogany throws a jab but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick
and Mahogany counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vale Queiroz scores with a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz misses with a double jab
and Mahogany counters with a good low kick that Vale Queiroz was not able to check. #T2#
Vale Queiroz throws a right and a left that both miss.
It seemed like Mahogany was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mahogany's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mahogany avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Mahogany is looking for the big counter here.
Mahogany scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Vale Queiroz throws a nice looking combination but Mahogany bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Vale Queiroz throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mahogany.
A nice leg kick from Vale Queiroz, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mahogany lands a front kick.
Mahogany thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mahogany swings for the body but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Mahogany tries a head kick but it misses.
Mahogany tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vale Queiroz was well out of range. Poor timing from Mahogany.
That kick from Vale Queiroz tenderised Mahogany's leg. Mahogany is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mahogany loads up on a big right hand but Vale Queiroz slips the punch.#CL#
Vale Queiroz has closed the distance and engaged Mahogany in a clinch.
Mahogany swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany tries to throw a body punch but Vale Queiroz avoids it by throwing Mahogany back against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mahogany.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mahogany creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mahogany tries a body shot but Vale Queiroz blocks it.
Mahogany lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
Mahogany lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mahogany misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Mahogany controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mahogany goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shoulder strike.
Vale Queiroz pushes Mahogany back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Mahogany's ribcage. Mahogany let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mahogany is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Mahogany misses with a punch to the body.
Mahogany prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany tries a body shot but Vale Queiroz blocks it.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches. #T4#
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Mahogany fails to land.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shoulder strike.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mahogany lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Mahogany pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vale Queiroz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mahogany misses with a wild body shot.
Mahogany uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz is looking to clinch but Mahogany is avoiding it.
Vale Queiroz is looking to chop away at Mahogany's legs.
Vale Queiroz looks to land a left hand but Mahogany moved out of range nicely.
Vale Queiroz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Erasmo Vale Queiroz will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Mahogany moves out of range.
Rich Mahogany has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mahogany on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CL#
Vale Queiroz moves into the clinch successfully.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mahogany. #CUT2#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mahogany cracks Vale Queiroz with a nice body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mahogany misses with the head strike.
Mahogany fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mahogany is leaning against Vale Queiroz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mahogany prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany lands a left hand.
Mahogany struggles to land a body shot inside as Vale Queiroz controls his hands.
Mahogany scores with a shoulder strike.
A short uppercut from Mahogany.
A right handed body shot lands from Mahogany. #T1#
Mahogany lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mahogany creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mahogany swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mahogany swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mahogany lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mahogany misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mahogany misses with the head strike.
Mahogany fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany tries to work over Vale Queiroz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mahogany misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Mahogany escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mahogany on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Mahogany is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mahogany drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed right hand from Mahogany misses the target.
Mahogany misses with an attempted mid kick.
Vale Queiroz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Mahogany just manages to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mahogany misses the jab.
Mahogany connects with a nice looking jab.
A jab from Mahogany misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a combination #CL2#
and Mahogany holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Mahogany blocking some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mahogany.
Mahogany misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz is working Mahogany over against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mahogany.
A hook to the body from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mahogany misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Good body shot from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short left from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Mahogany on the inside.
Mahogany misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mahogany has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Mahogany lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mahogany gets through Vale Queiroz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mahogany throws a head punch that misses.
Mahogany lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mahogany pushes Vale Queiroz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mahogany lands a shot to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mahogany misses with some punches. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mahogany's elbow.
Vale Queiroz works on Mahogany's body with a couple of short punches.
Mahogany prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mahogany blocking some punches.
A right handed body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Mahogany avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land.
Vale Queiroz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mahogany has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocks a body shot from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Mahogany goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mahogany tries to work over Vale Queiroz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mahogany takes a shot to the head.
A short body shot lands from Vale Queiroz as the two fighters clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rich Mahogany comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Vale Queiroz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 48:47
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 48:47
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz retains his light heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Erasmo Vale Queiroz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Rich Mahogany had this to say: 'Congrats to my opponent.'.

Event: C295: Queiroz vs Nakagawa II
Date: Apr 14, 2024

#R1#
Nakagawa throws a shot from downtown. Vale Queiroz moves away and avoids it.
Nakagawa moves in looking to clinch but Vale Queiroz pushes him off.#CL#
Vale Queiroz closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Nakagawa breaks the clinch.
Vale Queiroz thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've been told by Vale Queiroz's head coaches at HELLCADEMY that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Vale Queiroz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz throws a low kick but Nakagawa avoids it.
Vale Queiroz misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Nakagawa counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Vale Queiroz scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Nakagawa manages to mount him!
Nakagawa misses with a head shot.
Vale Queiroz taking shots to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nakagawa looking to control but Vale Queiroz is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Nakagawa goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Vale Queiroz turns into him and now he's in Nakagawa's guard.
Vale Queiroz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Nakagawa trying to control the position.
Vale Queiroz tries to stand but Nakagawa is controlling from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Nakagawa looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vale Queiroz is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Nakagawa 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.#SUB2#
Nakagawa working for a triangle but Vale Queiroz defends it easily. #T3##SUB2#
Nakagawa escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Vale Queiroz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Vale Queiroz would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nakagawa looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Vale Queiroz looks to score with a jab to the body but Nakagawa is just out of range.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nakagawa manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that half lands.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nakagawa counters with a shoot takedown. Vale Queiroz fights it but they end up in guard.
Vale Queiroz keeping moving, preventing Nakagawa from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Nakagawa drops back, looking for a kneebar! Vale Queiroz looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Vale Queiroz looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Vale Queiroz! #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Erasmo Vale Queiroz will probably get the nod.
That's time! Vale Queiroz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Vale Queiroz throws a right and a left that Nakagawa avoids nicely.
Vale Queiroz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Vale Queiroz fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vale Queiroz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And Nakagawa tries to counter it with a takedown but Vale Queiroz pushes his down on his head and steps out.
No joy there for Vale Queiroz, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Nakagawa is having none of it.
Nakagawa uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Nakagawa is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakagawa takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Vale Queiroz is looking to clinch but Nakagawa is avoiding it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakagawa stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a right hand that Nakagawa ducks under and follows up with a left that Nakagawa also avoids with ease.
Nakagawa with the counter takedown but Vale Queiroz avoids it easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Vale Queiroz lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Nakagawa has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Nakagawa and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#TD2#
Nakagawa gets a takedown into half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Nakagawa working his ground and pound in the gym.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vale Queiroz won't allow Nakagawa to pass to mount. #T1#
Nakagawa is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vale Queiroz has hold of Nakagawa's hands but Nakagawa slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nakagawa prevents Vale Queiroz from standing back up.
Shinnosuke Nakagawa has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nakagawa seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Vale Queiroz does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Vale Queiroz blocking the ground and pound attempt from Nakagawa. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nakagawa is looking to advance position but Vale Queiroz won't allow it.
Nakagawa is keen to just control but Vale Queiroz is a slippery customer.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Nakagawa is looking to pass Vale Queiroz's guard but actually Vale Queiroz recovers to full guard.
Nakagawa controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a series of punches.
Nakagawa looks to land a left hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range nicely.
Vale Queiroz misses with a low kick.
And Nakagawa tries to counter it with a takedown but Vale Queiroz pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Nakagawa feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Vale Queirozs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick but Nakagawa sees it coming and moves out of range.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz misses with a straight left. #CL#
Vale Queiroz gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nakagawa lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Nakagawa prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nakagawa is trying to break free.
Vale Queiroz blocks a body shot from Nakagawa.
Nakagawa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nakagawa back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz is pressed up against the cage. Nakagawa has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vale Queiroz down to the mat. Vale Queiroz avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Vale Queiroz throws a jab but it's blocked by Nakagawa.
Nakagawa with the counter takedown but Vale Queiroz avoids it easily.#CL2#
Nakagawa clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Nakagawa fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shinnosuke Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Nakagawa's ribcage. Nakagawa let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short head shot on the inside. #TD2#
Nakagawa successfully pulls guard.
Vale Queiroz trying to stand up but can't free himself from Nakagawa's guard.#SU#
Vale Queiroz stands and steps away. Nakagawa gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Nakagawa throws a hook but Vale Queiroz avoids it easily.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick but Nakagawa sees it coming and checks it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Vale Queiroz throws a front kick aimed at Nakagawa's knee but Nakagawa avoids it well.
Nakagawa changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nakagawa keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Vale Queiroz moves into the clinch.
Nakagawa throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nakagawa can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Nakagawa decides to pull guard.
Nakagawa is looking to sweep but instead, Vale Queiroz has passed into half guard. #SUB2#
Nakagawa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vale Queiroz pulls his head out easily.
Nakagawa manages to get to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakagawa looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vale Queiroz is one step ahead there. #T1##SUB2#
Nakagawa has an active guard here but Vale Queiroz has managed to pass into half guard.
Nakagawa wants to control but Vale Queiroz is keeping busy and won't allow it.
It looks like Vale Queiroz is going to stand back up. #SUB2#
Nakagawa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nakagawa trying to control here.
Vale Queiroz prevents Nakagawa from improving his position.
Vale Queiroz is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Vale Queiroz has managed to clinch. #T3#
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Nakagawa throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Nakagawa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nakagawa has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vale Queiroz avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nakagawa controls his hands.
Nakagawa looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Nakagawa blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nakagawa controls the action.
Nakagawa tries to work over Vale Queiroz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nakagawa throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz lands with a right to the head.
Nakagawa has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vale Queiroz after a bit of a struggle.
Nakagawa presses Vale Queiroz against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nakagawa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz blocks a body shot from Nakagawa.
Nakagawa drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vale Queiroz gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shinnosuke Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Nakagawa's head. #T4#
Vale Queiroz pushes Nakagawa back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nakagawa takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vale Queiroz stops a takedown attempt from Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nakagawa blocks it.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nakagawa tries to throw a body punch but Vale Queiroz avoids it by throwing Nakagawa back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz gets through Nakagawa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nakagawa or not.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nakagawa blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nakagawa's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nakagawa controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nakagawa backwards.
Nakagawa fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
A body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Vale Queiroz fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nakagawa is out of range.
Vale Queiroz throws a series of strikes that have Nakagawa backpedaling.
Nakagawa checks a leg kick.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is winning the standup battle so far.
Nakagawa checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Vale Queiroz throws a good cross that connects.
Vale Queiroz throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A nice inside leg kick there by Vale Queiroz. That's going to slow Nakagawa down.
Nakagawa throws a hook to the side of Vale Queiroz's head but Vale Queiroz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vale Queiroz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nakagawa moves away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vale Queiroz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nakagawa avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The crowd cheers as Vale Queiroz lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nakagawa doesn't seem phased though.#T1##CL#
Vale Queiroz fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nakagawa, pushing him back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Nakagawa lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards. #TD2#
Nakagawa has Vale Queiroz pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Nakagawa pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Vale Queiroz tumbling to the mat - Nakagawa dives into Vale Queiroz's guard.
Nakagawa stops Vale Queiroz from standing up.
Vale Queiroz is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Nakagawa dives into side control. #T2#
Nakagawa trying to control the position but Vale Queiroz is working away.
Nakagawa with the ground and pound but Vale Queiroz regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Nakagawa stops Vale Queiroz from getting back to his feet.
Nakagawa wants to pass to mount but Vale Queiroz is defending the position.
Nakagawa is stalling here. Vale Queiroz is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Nakagawa seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Vale Queiroz has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Nakagawa's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Nakagawa tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Vale Queiroz easily slips into full mount!
Nakagawa tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nakagawa wants to control but Vale Queiroz is having none of it.
Nakagawa is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SU#
Vale Queiroz stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.#CL#
Nakagawa gets tackled into the cage by Vale Queiroz. Vale Queiroz maintains the clinch.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nakagawa's elbow.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz had his way with Shinnosuke Nakagawa in that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Vale Queiroz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nakagawa manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Danga de danga de dang - Vale Queiroz scores with a four punch combination!
Vale Queiroz clobbers Nakagawa with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nakagawa misses with a hook.
Vale Queiroz is looking to score with low kicks.
Nakagawa moves out of range as Vale Queiroz strikes.
Nakagawa scores with a nice head shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a few strikes there.
Vale Queiroz does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakagawa keeps the fight on the outside.
A solid leg kick lands there for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a low kick.
Nakagawa is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Vale Queiroz with a nice calf kick.#T1#
Vale Queiroz fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nakagawa is out of range.
Vale Queiroz missing with a left hand there. Nakagawa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Vale Queiroz clinches up with Nakagawa and pushes him back against the cage.
Nakagawa tries to work over Vale Queiroz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nakagawa jumps guard but Vale Queiroz turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Nakagawa has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Nakagawa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nakagawa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Nakagawa fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nakagawa looking for a takedown.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shinnosuke Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz is pressed up against the cage. Nakagawa has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vale Queiroz down to the mat. Vale Queiroz avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nakagawa is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#CL#
Vale Queiroz moves into the clinch.
Nakagawa softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nakagawa lands a nice shot to the body.
Shinnosuke Nakagawa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Nakagawa backwards.
Nakagawa swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short body shot lands from Vale Queiroz as the two fighters clinch. #BC2#
Nakagawa pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch but Nakagawa swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vale Queiroz works the jab nicely.
Vale Queiroz throws a quick inside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nakagawa has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nakagawa keeps the fight on the outside.
Nakagawa throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vale Queiroz sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Vale Queiroz gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz - that landed with a thud.
A short right from Vale Queiroz.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nakagawas head. #T3#
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nakagawa controls the action.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nakagawa back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz lands with a right to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz presses Nakagawa against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nakagawa backwards.
Vale Queiroz scores with a hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nakagawa can't get the takedown.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nakagawa controls his hands.
A right hook to the body lands for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot in the clinch. #T4#
Vale Queiroz cracks Nakagawa with a nice body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike.
Vale Queiroz gets through Nakagawa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC#Nakagawa is rocked!
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head.
Nakagawa is still on wobbly legs! Can Vale Queiroz finish him?
Nakagawa misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nakagawa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nakagawa swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz has Nakagawa pressed against the cage, preventing Nakagawa from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Nakagawa seems to have recovered his senses.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head.
Nakagawa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nakagawa blocks it.
A short right from Vale Queiroz.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Nakagawa backwards.
Nakagawa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hook to the body lands for Vale Queiroz.

And that's the end of the fight!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Vale Queiroz, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 50:46
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 49:46
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 50:45

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

Event: C292: Cheese vs Albatross II
Date: Mar 31, 2024

#R1#
Nakagawa tries to clinch but Vale Queiroz is having none of it.
Nakagawa looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vale Queiroz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nakagawa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vale Queiroz manages to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Vale Queiroz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nakagawa.
A good leg kick by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Vale Queiroz throws a right hand that Nakagawa ducks under and follows up with a left that Nakagawa also avoids with ease.
Nakagawa attempts a counter takedown but Vale Queiroz avoids it well and moves away.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab to the head.
Vale Queiroz misses with a low kick.
Vale Queiroz lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Vale Queiroz connects with a right hand. Nakagawa shakes it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vale Queiroz throws a body shot but no joy.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Vale Queiroz throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nakagawa.
Nakagawa feinted with a counter takedown.
Nakagawa shoots in for a takedown but Vale Queiroz shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T1#
Vale Queiroz with the inside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz with a nice cross.
Vale Queiroz misses with a two punch combination.
Nakagawa tries to counter with a takedown but Vale Queiroz is quick to defend against it.
Nakagawa looks to throw the jab but Vale Queiroz is out of range.
The crowd cheers as Nakagawa lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vale Queiroz doesn't seem phased though.
Nakagawa checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Vale Queiroz fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nakagawa.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A solid leg kick lands there for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries a head kick but it misses.
Nakagawa tries to score a power double leg takedown but Vale Queiroz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nakagawa somewhat.
Vale Queiroz listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T2#
Vale Queiroz connects with a single shot there.
Vale Queiroz throws a shot from downtown. Nakagawa moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Vale Queiroz rushes Nakagawa and presses him up against the cage.
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!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Nakagawa's efforts to push away.
Nakagawa lands with a left to the head.
Nakagawa can't find room to land a body shot as Vale Queiroz controls the action.
Nakagawa's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nakagawa controls the action.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Nakagawa.
Nakagawa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz is leaning against Nakagawa and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nakagawa controls the action.
A short left from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nakagawa back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz gets underhooks to prevent Nakagawa's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinnosuke Nakagawa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nakagawa controls his hands. #TD#
Nakagawa has hold of one of Vale Queiroz's legs. Vale Queiroz is fighting the takedown attempt but Nakagawa gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.

Vale Queiroz manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T3#
Nakagawa takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nakagawa darts in looking for a takedown but Vale Queiroz gets double underhooks and turns Nakagawa into the cage.
Nakagawa misses with a punch on the inside.
Nakagawa misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nakagawa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #TD#
Nakagawa gets control of Vale Queiroz's arms and successfully pulls guard. Nakagawa will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Nakagawa tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vale Queiroz wanted to stand there but Nakagawa had control of the position. #SU2#
Vale Queiroz gets to his feet. Nakagawa looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Vale Queiroz goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hook to the body. #T4#
Vale Queiroz avoids the body shot from Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch #TD#
and Nakagawa counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nakagawa.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nakagawa throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vale Queiroz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nakagawa throws an elbow that misses. Vale Queiroz uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Nakagawa's guard. Nice move by Vale Queiroz!#REVB##SUB#
Nakagawa has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Vale Queiroz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Nakagawa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vale Queiroz tries to stand but Nakagawa is controlling from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz 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#
Vale Queiroz is looking to clinch but Nakagawa is avoiding it.
Vale Queiroz looks to land a combination. Nakagawa sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Vale Queiroz misses with a wild body shot.
Nakagawa tries to counter with a takedown but Vale Queiroz is quick to defend against it.
Vale Queiroz connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Vale Queiroz misses the body punch #TD#
so Nakagawa counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Nakagawa wants to control from the top but Vale Queiroz keeps moving.
Nakagawa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vale Queiroz is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nakagawa accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Vale Queiroz is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Nakagawa postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Vale Queiroz is looking to stand up but Nakagawa isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Vale Queiroz misses with a double jab #TD#
and Nakagawa counters with a nice double leg into side control. Vale Queiroz won't be happy with that.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee asks Nakagawa politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nakagawa prefers to stall for the moment though.
Vale Queiroz is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T2#
Shinnosuke Nakagawa overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Vale Queiroz regains half guard, as Nakagawa was trying to land strikes. #SUB#
Nakagawa is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vale Queiroz has managed to free his arm - good work.
Nakagawa not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3##ES2#
Vale Queiroz kicks off Nakagawa and gets to his feet.
Vale Queiroz connects with an inside leg kick.
A clash of legs there as Nakagawa blocks the low kick.
Nakagawa drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vale Queiroz sprawls and moves away.
Nakagawa shoots in but Vale Queiroz avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vale Queiroz throws out a powerful jab.
A swing and a miss from Nakagawa.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nakagawa tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vale Queiroz defends well and Nakagawa ends up having to push Vale Queiroz into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short left from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nakagawa misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nakagawa is looking to break free of the clinch but Vale Queiroz has double underhooks.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nakagawa controls his hands.
Nakagawa is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nakagawa controls the action.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz. #BC#
Nakagawa breaks from the clinch.
Nakagawa slips a jab and a cross from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Nakagawa counters with a single leg into guard. Vale Queiroz didn't expect that.
Nakagawa not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Nakagawa wants to pass the guard but Vale Queiroz is keeping the position.
Vale Queiroz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vale Queiroz avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Vale Queiroz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nakagawa manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Vale Queiroz.
Nakagawa drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vale Queiroz sprawls and moves away.
Vale Queiroz misses with the combination.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hook to the body.
Nakagawa keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vale Queiroz.#CL2#
Vale Queiroz takes the fight into the clinch.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nakagawa digs a right hand underneath Vale Queiroz's ribcage. Vale Queiroz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nakagawa or not.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Nakagawa escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch there but Nakagawa circles away.
Nakagawa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vale Queiroz.
A decent looking cross lands there for Nakagawa.#T1##CL2#
Vale Queiroz has closed the distance and engaged Nakagawa in a clinch.
Nakagawa drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vale Queiroz lands with a light punch inside.
Nakagawa misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Nakagawa's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nakagawa's gas tank.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A right handed body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vale Queiroz works on Nakagawa's body with a couple of short punches.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nakagawa has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vale Queiroz after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinnosuke Nakagawa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Nakagawa backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz. #T2#
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz presses Nakagawa against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nakagawa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz is leaning against Nakagawa and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nakagawas head.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head. #ROC2#Nakagawa is rocked!
Vale Queiroz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Oh Nakagawa is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A hook to the body from Vale Queiroz.
Nakagawa seems to have got his legs back now.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nakagawa controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch. #T3#
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Nakagawa backwards.
A short right from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nakagawa backwards.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz is leaning against Nakagawa and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Nakagawa's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nakagawa's gas tank.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nakagawa controls the action.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nakagawa controls the action.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4#
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nakagawa.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nakagawa blocks it.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #KD2#
Vale Queiroz drops Nakagawa onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Nakagawa is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz throws a big uppercut that drops Nakagawa! More strikes from Vale Queiroz and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Nakagawa lies dazed against the cage as Vale Queiroz celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is the new light heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Erasmo Vale Queiroz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: C290: Gunnar vs Nakagawa III
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1#
Vale Queiroz throws a nice looking combination but Mahogany bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Mahogany keeps the fight on the outside.
A left and a right from Vale Queiroz both land. Nice combination.
An inside leg kick from Mahogany misses.
Vale Queiroz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vale Queiroz goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Mahogany misses with a wild body shot.
Vale Queiroz connects with a high kick.
Vale Queiroz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mahogany.
Mahogany ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mahogany throws a head kick but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Vale Queiroz blocks the leg kick.
Vale Queiroz throws a series of punches but Mahogany moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vale Queiroz throws a body punch but Mahogany moves out of range.
Mahogany throws a hook but Vale Queiroz avoids it easily.#CL#
Mahogany gets a clinch.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mahogany tries to throw a body punch but Vale Queiroz avoids it by throwing Mahogany back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Mahogany. #T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
A short right from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land.
Mahogany tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice shot to the body. #TD#
Mahogany drags the fight down to the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Mahogany looking for subs off his back but Vale Queiroz has passed one foot through into half guard.
Vale Queiroz tries to stand but can't do so whilst Mahogany controls his leg. #T2#
Mahogany trying to control but Vale Queiroz postures up.
Vale Queiroz tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Mahogany trying to control but Vale Queiroz postures up. #T3##SUB#
Mahogany actively working from the bottom here.
Mahogany is looking to improve his position. #SU2#
Vale Queiroz decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Mahogany looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mahogany throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Vale Queiroz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vale Queiroz misses the shot to the body.
Mahogany was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A telegraphed right hand from Mahogany misses the target.
Vale Queiroz is looking to clinch.
Vale Queiroz has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Mahogany is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Vale Queiroz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Vale Queiroz works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T4#
Vale Queiroz takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mahogany slips under a jab from Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany slips a jab and a cross from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hook to the body.
A big right from Vale Queiroz misses.
Mahogany bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Vale Queiroz's head backwards.
Vale Queiroz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mahogany attempts a counter takedown but Vale Queiroz avoids it well and moves away.
Mahogany throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mahogany works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
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!
Mahogany scores with a decent looking hook.
Mahogany wants to slow Vale Queiroz down by chopping away at his legs. #CL2#
Vale Queiroz drives through and clinches with Mahogany against the cage.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Mahogany.
Mahogany pushes Vale Queiroz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Mahogany misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz is working Mahogany over against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Vale Queiroz swinging wildly here.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch there but Mahogany circles away.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mahogany swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It seemed like Vale Queiroz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Vale Queiroz looks to land a combination. Mahogany sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Mahogany counters with a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Vale Queiroz duly obliges.
Mahogany throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mahogany avoids a punch combination nicely.
Vale Queiroz throws a nice head kick!
A head kick misses from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mahogany changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mahogany cracks Vale Queiroz with a right hand to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Vale Queiroz steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Mahogany. That one must have hurt.
Vale Queiroz throws a lazy head kick
and Mahogany counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Vale Queiroz misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mahogany throws a body punch but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vale Queiroz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mahogany appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Vale Queiroz misses with a few strikes there.
Mahogany throws a lazy right hand but Vale Queiroz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Vale Queiroz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab from Mahogany does it's job there.
Mahogany misses with an attempted mid kick.
Vale Queiroz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Vale Queiroz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mahogany manages to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz looks to throw the jab but Mahogany is out of range.
Vale Queiroz avoids the body shot from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab to Mahogany's midsection.
Vale Queiroz closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Vale Queiroz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vale Queiroz wants to clinch.#T2#
Vale Queiroz lands a nice shot that snaps Mahogany's head back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mahogany throws a jab when Vale Queiroz was well out of range.
Vale Queiroz avoids the body shot from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy head kick
and Mahogany counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vale Queiroz slips a straight right by Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy head kick and Mahogany moves out of range easily.
Vale Queiroz misses the body punch
and Mahogany counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vale Queiroz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mahogany throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Vale Queiroz throws a right hand that misses
and Vale Queiroz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vale Queiroz misses with a straight right.
Vale Queiroz throws a right and a left that both miss.#T3#
Mahogany throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Mahogany takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Mahogany throws a lazy right hand but Vale Queiroz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mahogany avoids the head kick by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries a head kick but it misses.
Mahogany throws a counter high kick but Vale Queiroz was just alert enough to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little feinted left hand from Mahogany on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mahogany scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Vale Queiroz loads up on a big right hand but Mahogany slips the punch.
A jab from Vale Queiroz misses.
It looked like Mahogany wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vale Queiroz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Mahogany gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Mahogany is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vale Queiroz is defending well for now.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Mahogany.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Mahogany misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mahogany doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mahogany blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Mahogany tries to throw a body punch but Vale Queiroz avoids it by throwing Mahogany back against the cage.
Mahogany's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Mahogany backwards.
Mahogany stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz cracks Mahogany with a nice body shot.#TD#
Mahogany jumps guard and drags Vale Queiroz to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SU2#
Vale Queiroz decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Mahogany, up you get!
Vale Queiroz fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mahogany swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Vale Queiroz moves in looking to clinch but Mahogany pushes him off.
Mahogany misses with a looping right.
Vale Queiroz throws a nice head kick!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy head kick and Mahogany moves out of range easily.
Vale Queiroz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vale Queiroz throws a left and a right that both miss
and Mahogany makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Mahogany takes a kick to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Vale Queiroz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Vale Queiroz moves in looking to clinch but Mahogany pushes him off.
Vale Queiroz misses with a head kick.
Mahogany stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Mahogany avoids the head kick by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with the combination.
Vale Queiroz tries a head kick but it misses.
Vale Queiroz scores with a head kick.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the strikes.
Vale Queiroz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz tries a head kick but it misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Vale Queiroz misses the target.
Mahogany throws a body shot but no joy.
Mahogany lands a lovely overhand right.
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy head kick and Mahogany moves out of range easily. #T1#
Vale Queiroz throws a hook but Mahogany avoids it easily.
Nice uppercut there from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz misses with a head kick.
Mahogany ducks under a wild hook from Vale Queiroz.
A punch combination from Vale Queiroz misses.
Vale Queiroz throws a series of punches but Mahogany avoids them all with ease.
Mahogany misses with a straight left.
Vale Queiroz moves to clinch but Mahogany breaks away
and Mahogany counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice body kick there by Mahogany.
Mahogany lands a jab to Vale Queiroz's midsection.
Vale Queiroz scores with a jab. Mahogany acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Mahogany misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick but Mahogany moves out of range.
Mahogany throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A head kick misses from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Mahogany ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vale Queiroz moves away.#T2##CL2#
Vale Queiroz moves into the clinch successfully.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Mahogany fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Mahogany misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mahogany blocks an uppercut.
Mahogany is trying to pull guard but Vale Queiroz has him pressed against the cage.
Mahogany misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Mahogany lands a body punch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mahogany blocks an uppercut.
Mahogany goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mahogany misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Mahogany.
Vale Queiroz takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vale Queiroz presses Mahogany against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Mahogany misses with some punches. #T3#
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Mahogany misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mahogany can't find room to land a body shot as Vale Queiroz controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Mahogany as the two fighters clinch.
Mahogany misses with the head strike.
Mahogany tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Vale Queiroz smiles and moves away.
Mahogany moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Mahogany has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Mahogany circles away from the clinch attempt
and Mahogany cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Mahogany throws a shot from downtown. Vale Queiroz moves away and avoids it.
Mahogany misses with an uppercut. Vale Queiroz saw that one coming.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Mahogany pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Vale Queiroz misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vale Queiroz wants to clinch.
Mahogany throws a jab when Vale Queiroz was well out of range.
A big left from Vale Queiroz misses.
Mahogany pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vale Queiroz is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Mahogany gets tackled into the cage by Vale Queiroz. Vale Queiroz maintains the clinch.
Rich Mahogany has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Mahogany backwards.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Erasmo Vale Queiroz.
Well Vale Queiroz 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 27:30
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Rich Mahogany had this to say: 'Congrats to my opponent.'.

Event: C286: Gunnarsson vs Martin II
Date: Mar 10, 2024

#R1#
A combination from Vale Queiroz does no damage.
Nti appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nti swats away the attempt to clinch by Vale Queiroz.#CL2#
Vale Queiroz drives through and clinches with Nti against the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz prevents a body shot from Nti.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz presses Nti against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Vale Queiroz scores with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD#
Nti works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into 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!#ES2#
Vale Queiroz has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Nti is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Nti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nti or not.
Nti is breathing heavily.#T1#
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nti blocks it.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Nti lands with a light punch inside.
Vale Queiroz lands with a light punch inside.
Nti wants a takedown but no success here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Nti wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands a shot to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Vale Queiroz.
A body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
Nti's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti is trying to drag Vale Queiroz to the mat but Vale Queiroz just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nti blocks it. #T2#
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nti can't get the takedown.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Nti can't get the takedown.
Vale Queiroz gets through Nti's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nti softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Vale Queiroz.
Nti prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nti prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nti prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nti tries to score a body lock takedown but Vale Queiroz shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nti.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Nti's ribcage. Nti let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nti tries to work over Vale Queiroz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nti's elbow.
Vale Queiroz prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nti swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nti drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vale Queiroz gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nti.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Nti has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Nti swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nti controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nti blocks it.
A nice left hand lands by Vale Queiroz.
Nti goes for a takedown attempt but Vale Queiroz pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vale Queiroz with a jab.
Vale Queiroz lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vale Queiroz lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Vale Queiroz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Donk. Vale Queiroz catches Nti right on the button with a cross.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy head kick and Nti moves out of range easily.
Vale Queiroz misses with a two punch combination. #CL2#
Vale Queiroz rushes Nti and presses him up against the cage.
Nti prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nti wants to take the fight to the mat but Vale Queiroz manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nti's elbow.
Nti wants a takedown but no success here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz. #TD#
Nti gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Nti prevents Vale Queiroz from getting back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nti is standing up over Vale Queiroz. Vale Queiroz looks to escape but Nti dives into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Nti has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T1#
Vale Queiroz is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Nti is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Vale Queiroz is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Nti asserts his dominance and retains side control.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Vale Queiroz is trying to escape the position but Nti is controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Vale Queiroz is just out of range.
Nti throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Vale Queiroz's waist but Vale Queiroz gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nti off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nti paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nti wants to clinch up but Vale Queiroz keeps it at a distance.
Vale Queiroz closes the distance looking to clinch
and Nti counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL2#
Vale Queiroz takes the fight into the clinch.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Nti tries to throw a body punch but Vale Queiroz avoids it by throwing Nti back against the cage.
Nti lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nti drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vale Queiroz pulls his leg out and moves away.
Vale Queiroz misses with a straight right.
Nti seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Vale Queiroz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nti takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Nti takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that half lands.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target. #TD#
Nti throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Vale Queiroz was covering up waiting for the punch and Nti finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Vale Queiroz pushes Nti off and gets back to his feet. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vale Queiroz.
Good exchange - Vale Queiroz coming out on top.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vale Queiroz throws a series of punches but Nti avoids them all with ease.
Vale Queiroz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nti dodges the punch combination from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Nti moves out of range.
Nti shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Vale Queiroz closes the distance but Nti moves to the side
and Nti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz 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#
Vale Queiroz takes a swing at Nti's ribcage but misses.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vale Queiroz throws a right and a left that Nti avoids nicely.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vale Queiroz lands with an uppercut that bounces Nti off the cage and back into range.
Vale Queiroz wants to clinch.
Vale Queiroz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Vale Queiroz has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nti or perhaps it was just good defense by Vale Queiroz, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy body shot
and Nti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vale Queiroz ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Vale Queiroz throws a counter combo.
Vale Queiroz takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Vale Queiroz connects with a crisp jab.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Nti moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nti takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab-cross combination.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Nti backs up against the cage.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Nti is having none of it.
Nti drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vale Queiroz sprawls and moves away.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Vale Queiroz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A little jabbing left from Vale Queiroz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A shot to the liver by Vale Queiroz. Beautiful body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Vale Queiroz scores with a three punch combo!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
Nti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick but Nti moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz swinging wildly here.
Nti is looking to counter punch.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that Nti semi-blocks.
Nti gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#TD#
Nti throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Vale Queiroz tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Nti is in Vale Queiroz's guard.#ES2#
Vale Queiroz is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Nti is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Vale Queiroz is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short body shot lands from Vale Queiroz as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Nti has Vale Queiroz pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Vale Queiroz manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vale Queiroz prevents the takedown attempt.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nti.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Nti's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nti's gas tank.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz lands a shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz. #T4#
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Vale Queiroz prevents a body shot from Nti.
A head punch on the inside from Nti fails to land.
Nti working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
Nti prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nti controls the action.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nti takes a shot to the head.
A right hand to the body from Nti.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Nti misses with a punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Vale Queiroz 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DC 132:Queiroz v Karjalainen
Date: Feb 18, 2024

#R1#
Vale Queiroz lands a high kick!
Vale Queiroz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vale Queiroz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vale Queiroz lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Karjalainen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT2#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy head kick and Karjalainen moves out of range easily.
Vale Queiroz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Vale Queiroz moves into the clinch.
Vale Queiroz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#CUT#It looks like Karl Karjalainen has been cut.#BC2#
Karjalainen manages to break the clinch.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Karjalainen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A nice side step and Karjalainen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Karjalainen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Karjalainen.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Karjalainen misses with a double jab.
Karjalainen misses with a few strikes there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vale Queiroz throws a combination. Karjalainen tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Vale Queiroz blocks a head kick by Karjalainen.
Karjalainen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Vale Queiroz fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL#
Vale Queiroz closes the distance and clinches.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Karjalainen wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Vale Queiroz prevents Karjalainen from breaking the clinch.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Karjalainen blocks it.
Vale Queiroz presses Karjalainen against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Karjalainen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz throws a good cross that connects.
Good standup being displayed there by Vale Queiroz as he connects with a hook.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that Karjalainen semi-blocks.
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch up but Karjalainen swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Karjalainen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vale Queiroz.
Karjalainen throws a big shot that misses.
Vale Queiroz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Karjalainen.
Karjalainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vale Queiroz is looking to counter with head kicks.
A lazy left from Karjalainen finds it's target.
Vale Queiroz clobbers Karjalainen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Karjalainen keeps the fight on the outside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Vale Queiroz gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T2#
A body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Karjalainen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Karjalainen lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Vale Queiroz slips a straight right by Karjalainen.
Vale Queiroz wants to clinch up but Karjalainen keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Vale Queiroz moves into range and clinches up with Karjalainen.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Karjalainen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Karjalainen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vale Queiroz plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Vale Queiroz lands a high kick!
Karjalainen looks to land a left hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range nicely.
Karjalainen misses the jab.
Vale Queiroz misses the shot to the body.
Karjalainen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vale Queiroz on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CUT2#Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is getting worse.
A swing and a miss from Karjalainen.
Karjalainen stuns Vale Queiroz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Karjalainen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Vale Queiroz throwing a counter right hand but Karjalainen manages to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz slips a jab from Karjalainen.#T3#
Karjalainen looks to land a right hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A slow jab from Karjalainen misses its intended target.
Karjalainen throws a head kick that misses.
Karjalainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Karjalainen misses.
Karjalainen connects with a body shot that sends Vale Queiroz's belly button to the back.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the strikes.
Karjalainen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Karjalainen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Karjalainen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Karjalainen lands a jab to the nose.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Karjalainen with a nice cross.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Vale Queiroz instigates a clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Karjalainen breaks from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz avoids the body shot from Karjalainen. #T4#
Karjalainen punishes Vale Queiroz's body with a nice straight punch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vale Queiroz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Vale Queiroz will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vale Queiroz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A countering left hand to the body from Karjalainen misses.
Vale Queiroz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Karjalainen.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Karjalainen moves out of range.
Karjalainen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vale Queiroz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Karjalainen throws a looping overhand right but Vale Queiroz ducks down to avoid it.
Karjalainen throws a right hand that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a left and a right that stings Karjalainen.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick but Karjalainen moves out of range.
Karjalainen throws a hook but Vale Queiroz avoids it easily.#CL#
Vale Queiroz closes the distance and clinches.
Karjalainen wants to break free but Vale Queiroz has control.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz lands with a right to the head.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz - that landed with a thud.
Karjalainen blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Vale Queiroz avoids a punch combination nicely.
Karjalainen blocks a head kick by Vale Queiroz.
A little jabbing left from Karjalainen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that Karjalainen semi-blocks.
A punch combination from Vale Queiroz misses.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vale Queiroz jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Vale Queiroz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Karjalainen.
Karjalainen looks to land a right hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range.
It looked like Vale Queiroz was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Vale Queiroz throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Karjalainen.
Karjalainen blocks a head kick by Vale Queiroz.
Karjalainen throws out a counter right but Vale Queiroz avoids it with no problem.
Karjalainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range as Karjalainen strikes.
Karjalainen avoids the head kick by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Karjalainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vale Queiroz is looking to counter punch.
Karl Karjalainen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Vale Queiroz.
Karjalainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Karjalainen misses with a head kick. #T1#
Vale Queiroz lands with a nice body punch.
Vale Queiroz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Karjalainen can do to turn this around?
Karjalainen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Karjalainen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz ducks under a wild hook from Karjalainen.
Vale Queiroz throwing a counter right hand but Karjalainen manages to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Karjalainen moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Vale Queiroz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Karjalainen swings for the body but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Karjalainen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vale Queiroz drops his hands momentarily and Karjalainen takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Karjalainen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A slow jab from Karjalainen misses its intended target.
The fighters circling - Karjalainen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Karjalainen misses with a few strikes there.
Karjalainen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vale Queiroz seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T2#
A head kick misses from Vale Queiroz.
Karjalainen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab from Vale Queiroz finds it's way through Karjalainen's defenses. #CL#
Vale Queiroz closes the distance and clinches.
Vale Queiroz prevents Karjalainen from breaking the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
Karjalainen stalling in the clinch but Vale Queiroz improves position.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Karjalainen blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz is working Karjalainen over against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Karjalainen.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Karjalainen is trying to push Vale Queiroz away but Vale Queiroz has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T3#
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Karjalainen blocks it.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Karjalainen's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Karjalainen's gas tank.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Karjalainen controls his hands.
Karjalainen prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz presses Karjalainen against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Karjalainen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Karjalainen.
Vale Queiroz keeps control of Karjalainen as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Karjalainen's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
Karjalainen blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Karjalainen or not.
Karjalainen is breathing heavily.#T4#
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Karjalainen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Karjalainen looks to land a right hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range.
Karjalainen takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Vale Queiroz throws a body punch but Karjalainen moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz is looking to clinch but Karjalainen is avoiding it.
Vale Queiroz looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CUT2#Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vale Queiroz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Vale Queiroz lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Karjalainen circles away quickly and effectively.
Vale Queiroz takes one to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range as Karjalainen strikes.
Karjalainen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vale Queiroz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Karjalainen misses with a straight right.
Karjalainen takes a swing at Vale Queiroz's ribcage but misses.
Karjalainen looks to land a left hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range nicely.
Vale Queiroz is looking to counter with head kicks.
Karjalainen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
A jab from Vale Queiroz finds it's way through Karjalainen's defenses.
Karjalainen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a series of punches.
Vale Queiroz doesn't manage to clinch there - Karjalainen circles away.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Karjalainen.
Good shot there by Karjalainen.
Good exchange - Karjalainen coming out on top.
Vale Queiroz connects with a jab.
Karjalainen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Karjalainen throws an overhand right that lands on Vale Queiroz's shoulder, as Vale Queiroz tries to avoid the shot.
Vale Queiroz ducks under a wild hook from Karjalainen.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Karjalainen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz misses with a wild combination.
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!
Vale Queiroz moves in looking to clinch but Karjalainen pushes him off.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Karjalainen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz 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. #T1#
Vale Queiroz's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Karjalainen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Vale Queiroz scrambles back to his feet.#CUT2#Jeez, Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Karjalainen walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Vale Queiroz drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Karjalainen swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Vale Queiroz's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Karl Karjalainen!
Karl Karjalainen is the new light heavyweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Karl Karjalainen started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: DC 125: Queiroz v Nagasaki
Date: Jan 21, 2024

#R1#
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the body kick from Nagasaki. #CL#
Vale Queiroz rushes Nagasaki and presses him up against the cage.
Nagasaki cracks Vale Queiroz with a nice body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nagasaki.
Vale Queiroz works on Nagasaki's body with a couple of short punches.
A short left from Nagasaki.
Vale Queiroz is working Nagasaki over against the cage.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Nagasaki fails to land.
A short uppercut from Nagasaki.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nagasaki swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike.
Nagasaki prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Nagasaki's ribcage. Nagasaki let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A hook to the body from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nagasaki misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nagasaki looks winded!#T1#
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz is leaning against Nagasaki and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nagasaki controls the action.
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nagasaki blocks it.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz scores with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
Nagasaki working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz works on Nagasaki's body with a couple of short punches.
A short body shot lands from Vale Queiroz as the two fighters clinch.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nagasaki blocks it.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nagasaki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nagasaki misses with a punch on the inside.
Nagasaki tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vale Queiroz's elbow.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nagasaki's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nagasaki controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand. #T2#
Vale Queiroz blocks a body shot from Nagasaki.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nagasaki misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here.
Nagasaki misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nagasaki backwards.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nagasaki throws a head punch that misses.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Vale Queiroz as Nagasaki tries to tie him up.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short left from Vale Queiroz.
Nagasaki swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nagasaki backwards.
Nagasaki misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Nagasaki's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nagasaki's gas tank.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nagasaki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage. #T3#
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nagasaki blocks it.
Nagasaki tries a body shot but Vale Queiroz blocks it.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nagasaki's elbow.
Nagasaki lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands with a right to the head.
Nagasaki stalling in the clinch but Vale Queiroz improves position.
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nagasaki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nagasaki has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Vale Queiroz seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Nagasaki can turn it around.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nagasaki back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nagasaki blocks it.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nagasaki back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Nagasaki goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz cracks Nagasaki with a nice body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nagasaki backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Nagasaki's ribcage. Nagasaki let out a lung full of air as it connected.
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!
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nagasaki backwards.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Vale Queiroz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T4#
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nagasaki controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nagasaki blocks it.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz - that landed with a thud.
A body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nagasaki back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nagasaki blocks it.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike.
Vale Queiroz lands with a right to the head.
Nagasaki looking to stall.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nagasaki blocks it.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nagasaki blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz works on Nagasaki's body with a couple of short punches.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nagasaki.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Vale Queiroz lands a head kick. Nagasaki smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Vale Queiroz pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Vale Queiroz fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nagasaki, pushing him back against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Vale Queiroz.
Nagasaki is trying to stall.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nagasaki misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nagasaki's elbow.
A short right from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nagasaki swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Nagasaki.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nagasaki controls the action.
Vale Queiroz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nagasaki can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagasaki's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Nagasaki lands an uppercut.
Nagasaki is breathing heavily.
Nagasaki misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nagasaki blocks it.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nagasaki fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nagasaki working aggressively here. #T1#
Nagasaki working aggressively here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nagasaki's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vale Queiroz is working Nagasaki over against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands with a light punch inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nagasakis head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nagasaki controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz is leaning against Nagasaki and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nagasaki's elbow.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nagasaki tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nagasaki prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nagasaki tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz cracks Nagasaki with a nice body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Nagasaki backwards.
Vale Queiroz is leaning against Nagasaki and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz. #CUT#It looks like Hiroshima Nagasaki has been cut.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nagasaki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Nagasaki's head.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nagasaki back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz is working Nagasaki over against the cage.
Nagasaki blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nagasaki blocks it.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nagasaki working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Nagasaki backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Vale Queiroz scores with a shoulder strike.
Nagasaki misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nagasaki swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nagasaki tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside. #ROC#Nagasaki is rocked!
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
Nagasaki is still on wobbly legs! Can Vale Queiroz finish him?
A body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
Nagasaki seems to have recovered his senses.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Vale Queiroz cracks Nagasaki with a nice body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice left hand lands by Vale Queiroz.
A short body shot lands from Vale Queiroz as the two fighters clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch. #T4#
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nagasaki blocks it.
A hook to the body from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nagasaki or not.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nagasaki's elbow.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Nagasaki's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nagasaki's gas tank.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nagasaki.
Nagasaki fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nagasaki tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Hiroshima Nagasaki's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3##CL#
Vale Queiroz drives through and clinches with Nagasaki against the cage.
A short right from Nagasaki on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nagasaki backwards.
Nagasaki misses with some punches.
A right hand to the body from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz gets through Nagasaki's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nagasaki can't find room to land a body shot as Vale Queiroz controls the action.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Nagasaki fails to land.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nagasaki blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nagasaki takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nagasaki blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside. #T1#
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Nagasaki misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nagasaki blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nagasaki controls the action.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nagasaki controls the action.
Nagasaki misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz lands a shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nagasaki controls the action.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Nagasaki's ribcage. Nagasaki let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nagasaki blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Nagasaki throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz - that landed with a thud.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nagasaki's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nagasaki blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nagasaki.
Vale Queiroz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Nagasaki's head.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nagasaki backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T3#
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nagasaki blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nagasaki controls the action.
Nagasaki lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nagasaki takes a shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Nagasaki.
Vale Queiroz is leaning against Nagasaki and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Nagasaki fails to land.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Nagasaki swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz gets through Nagasaki's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
Nagasaki's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Nagasaki's ribcage. Nagasaki let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Nagasaki's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz cracks Nagasaki with a nice body shot.
A short left from Vale Queiroz. #T4#
A right handed body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
Nagasaki prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nagasaki avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nagasaki or not.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nagasaki's elbow.
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nagasaki backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Nagasaki throws a head punch that misses.
Nagasaki throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nagasaki back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nagasaki takes a shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nagasaki back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nagasaki prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Nagasaki! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Vale Queiroz is unloading with more strikes now! Nagasaki drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz retains his light heavyweight title!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DC 115: Vinge v Vale Queiroz
Date: Dec 17, 2023

#R1#
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vinge paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vinge swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL2#
Vale Queiroz clinches up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Vinge fails to land.
Vinge misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Vinge.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vinge backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
I was talking to Vinge's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Vale Queiroz takes a shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vinge backwards.
Vinge misses with some punches.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vinge doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vinge lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vinge blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vinge throws a head punch that misses.
Vinge throws a head punch that misses.
Vinge has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vinge prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz. #T1#
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Vinge's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Vinge blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Vinge backwards.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Vinge stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Vinge misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vinge misses with the head strike.
Vinge lands a nice shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Vinge blocks it.
Vinge lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vinge misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2#
A right hook to the body lands for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Vinge struggles to land a body shot inside as Vale Queiroz controls his hands.
Vinge is looking to control Vale Queiroz's arms but Vale Queiroz gets an underhook and turns him. Now Vinge has his back to the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Vinge or not.
Vinge is breathing heavily.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinge controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Vinge's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vinge misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land.
Vinge misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Vinge or not.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.#T3#
Vinge swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
A short right from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Vinge's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Vinge's gas tank.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vinge.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Vinge avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vinge backwards.
Vinge throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Vinge blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vinge tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Vinge blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vinge.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vinge looking to stall. #T4#
Vinge misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vinge blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vinge.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinge's elbow.
Vinge misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vinge.
Vinge is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Vale Queiroz is keeping busy.
Vinge misses with a punch on the inside.
Vinge misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz prevents a body shot from Vinge.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vinge working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vinge blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vinge lands a body shot in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CL2#
Vale Queiroz moves into range and clinches up with Vinge.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinge controls his hands.
Vinge is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Vinge throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Vinge blocks it.
Vinge throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vinge working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Vinge's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinge has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Vinge blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinge controls his hands.
Vinge fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vinge tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Vinge taking a breather.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land.
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vinge backwards.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Vinge controls the action.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinge's elbow.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Vinge avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Vinge or not.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Vinge's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vinge tries to work over Vale Queiroz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vinge backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T2#
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Vinge avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vinge prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vinge lands with a light punch inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Vinge backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz pushes Vinge back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz scores with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz pushes Vinge back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vale Queiroz lands with a light punch inside.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vinge backwards.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#ROC2#Vinge is rocked!
A short right from Vale Queiroz.
Oh Vinge is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vale Queiroz is working Vinge over against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz presses Vinge against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Vinge with a big uppercut! Vinge tries to clinch up but Vale Queiroz pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Vinge to the mat! Vinge covers up and Vale Queiroz unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is the new light heavyweight champion!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DC 106:Singleton v Queiroz
Date: Nov 12, 2023

#R1#
Vale Queiroz takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Singleton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vale Queiroz.
A jab from Singleton misses.
A right-left combo lands from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a head kick!
Singleton looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Singleton throws a body shot but no joy.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT2#It looks like Tubbs Singleton has been cut.
Vale Queiroz throws a nice head kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jab from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a series of strikes that have Singleton backpedaling.
Vale Queiroz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Singleton, as that shot connected.
Vale Queiroz misses with a jab, cross combination.
A slow jab from Singleton misses its intended target.
Vale Queiroz misses with a lunging right hand
and Singleton connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Vale Queiroz pushes Singleton up against the cage in a clinch.
Singleton is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A head punch on the inside from Singleton fails to land.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Singleton has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz. #T1#
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Singleton makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Singleton trying to stall but Vale Queiroz improves his position.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Singleton misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Vale Queiroz.
Singleton scores with a shot to the side of Vale Queiroz's head.
Singleton blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Singleton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Singleton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Singleton misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Singleton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Singleton blocks an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Singleton controls his hands.
Singleton throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Singleton lands a body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Singleton pushes Vale Queiroz back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Singleton throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Singleton throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Singleton throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz takes a shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Singleton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Singleton controlling the action here for a moment.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Singleton lands a shot to the body.
Singleton swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz blocks a body shot from Singleton.
A nice right hand lands inside from Singleton.
Singleton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Singleton pushes Vale Queiroz back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T3#
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Singleton makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Singleton looking to slow down the pace here.
Singleton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Singleton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Singleton.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
Singleton tries to throw a body punch but Vale Queiroz avoids it by throwing Singleton back against the cage.
Singleton throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Singleton can't find room to land a body shot as Vale Queiroz controls the action.
Singleton blocks an uppercut.
Singleton misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Singleton.
Vale Queiroz scores with a hook to the body.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz cracks Singleton with a nice body shot.
Singleton is breathing heavily.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Singleton blocks an uppercut. #T4#
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vale Queiroz pushes Singleton back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Singleton controls his hands.
Singleton misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vale Queiroz blocks a body shot from Singleton.
Nice body punch from Singleton.
Singleton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Singleton blocking some punches.
Singleton swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Singleton throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Singleton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Vale Queiroz ducks under a wild hook from Singleton.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick but Singleton moves out of range. #CL#
Singleton closes the distance and pushes Vale Queiroz back into the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Singleton.
Singleton blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
A short right from Singleton.
Singleton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Singleton pushes Vale Queiroz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Vale Queiroz.
Singleton blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Singleton lands a right hand.
Singleton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Singleton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Singleton working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Singleton fails to land.
Singleton misses with a punch on the inside.
Singleton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Singleton has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
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!
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Singleton lands with a right to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Singleton blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Singleton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Singleton lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Singleton avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Singleton.
A head punch on the inside from Singleton fails to land.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Singleton controls the action.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Singleton.
Singleton blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Singleton controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Singleton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Singleton scores with a nice hook to the head.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Vale Queiroz as Singleton tries to tie him up. #T2#
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
Singleton misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Singleton's elbow.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Singleton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Singleton pushes Vale Queiroz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Singleton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Singleton misses with a hook from the clinch.
Singleton misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Singleton controls his hands.
Singleton makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Singleton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Singleton controls the action.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3#
Singleton prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Singleton's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Singleton's gas tank.
Singleton throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz presses Singleton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands with a light punch inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Singleton blocks it.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Singleton's elbow.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Singleton controls the action.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz presses Singleton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Singleton blocks it.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Singleton backwards.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vale Queiroz pushes Singleton back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Singleton's elbow.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Singleton controls the action.
Singleton throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Vale Queiroz.
Singleton's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Singleton avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Singleton controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Singleton backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Singleton backwards.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Vale Queiroz scores with a head kick. Singleton tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Singleton looks to land a left hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range nicely.
Vale Queiroz just misses with a punch to the body.
Singleton swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy head kick and Singleton moves out of range easily.
Singleton misses with a hook.
Vale Queiroz scores with a head kick. Singleton tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CL2#
Vale Queiroz moves into the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz gets through Singleton's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Singleton has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Singleton is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Singleton swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Singleton blocking some punches.
Singleton has Vale Queiroz pushed against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Singleton blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Singleton blocks it.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Singleton controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Singleton.
A short uppercut from Singleton.
Singleton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Singleton.
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Singleton backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Singleton.
Singleton misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Singleton backwards.
Singleton scores with a shoulder strike.
Singleton misses with the head strike.
Singleton swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Singleton struggles to land a body shot inside as Vale Queiroz controls his hands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz pushes Singleton back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Singleton can't find room to land a body shot as Vale Queiroz controls the action.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Singleton's head.
Singleton misses with a body punch.
Singleton tries to stall but Vale Queiroz uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Vale Queiroz gets through Singleton's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands with a right to the head.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Singleton controls the action.
Singleton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Singleton misses with a punch to the body.
Singleton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Singleton throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Singleton stalling in the clinch but Vale Queiroz improves position.
Vale Queiroz scores with a hook to the body.#T3#
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Singleton controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Singleton backwards.
A short body shot lands from Vale Queiroz as the two fighters clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Singleton backwards.
Singleton blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
A head punch on the inside from Singleton fails to land.
Vale Queiroz is leaning against Singleton and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Singleton avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC2#Singleton is rocked!
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Singleton backwards.
Oh Singleton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Singleton to his knees! Vale Queiroz keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Our winner, Erasmo Vale Queiroz, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: DC 94: Vale Queiroz v Vinge
Date: Oct 01, 2023

#R1#
Vinge throws a hook but Vale Queiroz blocks it.
Vale Queiroz lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Vinge misses with a left hand
enabling Vale Queiroz to counter with a crisp jab.
Vale Queiroz lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Vale Queiroz slips a jab from Vinge.
Vale Queiroz feints and then cracks Vinge's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Vinge down.
Vale Queiroz throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vale Queiroz lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've been told by Vale Queiroz's head coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Vale Queiroz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Vale Queiroz works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
Vale Queiroz ducks under a wild hook from Vinge.
Vale Queiroz jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Vale Queiroz throws a body kick that misses.
Vale Queiroz 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.
Vinge waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vale Queiroz.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Vale Queiroz checks a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vinge was well out of range. Poor timing from Vale Queiroz.
Vinge lands with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Vinge lands a head shot.
Vinge misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Vale Queiroz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Vinge.
Vale Queiroz moves away from the strike by Vinge. #T2#
Vale Queiroz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vinge throws out a counter right but Vale Queiroz avoids it with no problem.
Vale Queiroz digs a good hook to Vinge's body.
Vale Queiroz defending well as Vinge loads up on a big left hand.
Vinge takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz connects with an inside leg kick.
Vinge ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Vinge stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Vale Queiroz.
A jab from Vinge does it's job there.
Vinge slips under a jab.
Vinge only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T3#
Vale Queiroz misses with a body kick.
Vale Queiroz with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Vale Queiroz loads up on a big right hand but Vinge slips the punch.
Vinge shapes to counter with a head kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Vinge.#CUT2#Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is getting worse.
Vale Queiroz throws a shot from downtown. Vinge moves away and avoids it.
Vinge throws a leg kick
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice leg kick.
Vale Queiroz feints and then cracks Vinge's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Vinge down.
Vale Queiroz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Vinge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Vinge connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T4#
Vinge defending well as Vale Queiroz loads up on a big left hand.
Vale Queiroz throws out a loose jab but Vinge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinge flicks out a counter leg kick but Vale Queiroz steps away.
Vinge throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the side of Vinge's head but Vinge sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vale Queiroz backing away here, and Vinge unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz needs to keep his hands up - Vinge had a free shot at his head there.
Vinge just misses with a punch to the body.
Vinge slips under a jab from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Vinge lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vale Queiroz at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Erasmo Vale Queiroz will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Vale Queiroz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vinge counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vale Queiroz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vinge connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Vale Queiroz momentarily.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range as Vinge strikes.
Vinge jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vale Queiroz swings away with a body shot that misses
and Vinge cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Vinge misses with a left hand
letting Vale Queiroz counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a leg kick but Vinge saw it coming and moves away.
Vale Queiroz connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The fighters circling - Vinge throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Vinge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz checks a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vinge throws out a counter right but Vale Queiroz avoids it with no problem.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Vinge tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Vale Queiroz throws a low kick, looking for Vinge's leg but Vinge calmly moves out of range.
Vinge throws a counter combo.
Vinge displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vale Queiroz throws out the jab.
A punch lands to the side of Vale Queiroz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick but Vinge moved away.
Vinge is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Vale Queiroz with a body shot.
Vinge walks into a left hand. #T2#
Vale Queiroz pushes Vinge away with a front kick.
Donk. Vale Queiroz catches Vinge right on the button with a cross.
Vale Queiroz throws a body kick that misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a looping left.
Vale Queiroz lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Vale Queiroz.
Vinge checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Vinge misses with a hook
and Vale Queiroz counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is winning the standup battle so far.
Vale Queiroz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vinge sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Vinge scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Good work by Vale Queiroz as he checks the leg kick.
Vale Queiroz was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Vinge misses with a looping left.
Vale Queiroz tried to counter with a leg kick but Vinge avoided it.
Vale Queiroz throws a low kick but it's checked well by Vinge.
Vale Queiroz swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Vinge counters with an outside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz scores with a jab to the jaw.
Vinge on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Vale Queiroz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vale Queiroz chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T4#
Vinge tries to work over Vale Queiroz's front leg with a kick but Vale Queiroz checks it.
Vinge throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz scores with a punch to the head.
A low kick from Vinge misses
and Vinge takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinge looks to land a right hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range.
Vale Queiroz throwing a counter right hand but Vinge manages to avoid it.
A big right from Vinge misses.
Vale Queiroz was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook
and Vinge counters with a nice body shot.
Vinge connects with an inside leg kick.
Vinge misses with a hook. Vale Queiroz ducked under it nicely.
Vinge stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
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 Erasmo Vale Queiroz will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
A low kick from Vinge misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a leg kick. #CL2#
Vinge clinches.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinge controls his hands.
Vinge misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vinge's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinge controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vinge misses with a punch on the inside.
Vinge lands a body shot in the clinch.
Vinge lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Vinge blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinge's elbow.
Vinge throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vale Queirozs head.
Vale Queiroz lands a shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Vinge.
A right hook to the body lands for Vale Queiroz.
Vinge misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vinge working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vinge swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
Vinge lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Vinge controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vinge throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Vinge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vinge fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vinge lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jimmie Vinge seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vinge has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
A head punch on the inside from Vinge fails to land.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch. #T2#
Vinge stalling.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vinge takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
Vinge has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Vale Queiroz seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Vinge can turn it around.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Vinge controls the action.
Vinge can't find room to land a body shot as Vale Queiroz controls the action.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vinge working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Vinge avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz prevents a body shot from Vinge.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vinge has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinge's elbow.
Vinge is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T3#
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vinge misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Vale Queiroz as the two fighters clinch.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Vinge's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Vinge's gas tank.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Vale Queiroz as the two fighters clinch.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vinge backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands with a light punch inside. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Vinge's ribcage. Vinge let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vinge has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz presses Vinge against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vinge misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vinge's elbow.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vale Queiroz works on Vinge's body with a couple of short punches.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Vinge throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vinge can do to turn this around?
Vinge misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Vinge pushes Vale Queiroz back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Vinge throws a right hand that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vale Queiroz lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Vinge fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Vale Queiroz is out of range.
A leg kick checked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz staying out of range there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Vale Queiroz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz scores with a sloppy right hand. Vinge should have avoided that one.
Vinge tries to clinch but Vale Queiroz moves away
and Vale Queiroz counters with an inside leg kick.
Vinge throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Vale Queiroz to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Nice straight punches there by Vinge. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Vinge.
Nice uppercut lands for Vale Queiroz. That snapped Vinge's head back.
Vinge misses with an uppercut
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Vinge thinking.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook but Vinge avoids it easily.
Vale Queiroz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Vinge in his tracks.
Vale Queiroz connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Vale Queiroz attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Vale Queiroz thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Vinge if he has to take too many more of those.
Nice defenses there by Vale Queiroz.#T2#
Vinge throws a leg kick that is checked
and Vale Queiroz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vale Queiroz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinge moves away.
Vinge has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vale Queiroz finds it's way round the side to connect with Vinge's head.
Vale Queiroz uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Vinge.
A good leg kick by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body shot.
Vinge swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vale Queiroz takes a swing at Vinge's ribcage but misses.
Vinge has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Vinge throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Vinge blocks a head kick by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz looks to land a right hand but Vinge moved out of range.
Vinge scores with a hook.
Vale Queiroz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vinge looks to land a left hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range nicely.
Vale Queiroz dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vinge. That did some damage!
A low kick from Vinge misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice low kick that buckles Vinge's knee momentarily.#T4#
Vinge throws a lazy uppercut
and Vale Queiroz counters with a left to the body.
Vinge with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Vale Queiroz to score with a decent uppercut.
Vale Queiroz connects with a body shot.
Vinge throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Vinge gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vale Queiroz.
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!
Vale Queiroz scores with a leg kick.
Vinge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vale Queiroz staying out of range there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz had his way with Jimmie Vinge in that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Vale Queiroz bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Vinge's head.
Vinge misses with a straight left.
Vale Queiroz connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Vale Queiroz tries to score with a low kick but Vinge moves his leg out of the way.
Vale Queiroz goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Vale Queiroz misses with a right hand
and Vinge counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking body shot.
Vinge connects with a nice looking jab.
A head kick by Vale Queiroz misses
letting Vinge counter with a right hand. #T1#
Vale Queiroz keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Vale Queiroz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vale Queiroz throws a shot from downtown. Vinge moves away and avoids it.
Vinge thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vale Queiroz appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vinge swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A low kick lands for Vinge.
A slapping leg kick lands for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice leg kick that just misses Vinge's sensitive parts.
Jimmie Vinge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Vale Queiroz misses with a wild body shot.
Vinge connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab to Vinge's midsection.
Vinge shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Vale Queiroz walks into a stiff left hand from Vinge.#CUT2#Jeez, Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Vale Queiroz just misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz misses with a low kick as Vinge jumps back.
Vinge throws a looping overhand right but Vale Queiroz ducks down to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinge throws a right hand that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice leg kick. #T3#
Vale Queiroz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vinge keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz connects with an inside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Vale Queiroz with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Vinge to score with a decent uppercut.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Jimmie Vinge!
Jimmie Vinge is the new light heavyweight champion!
Jimmie Vinge decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DC 85
Date: Aug 27, 2023

#R1#
Mfer blocks a head kick by Vale Queiroz.
Mfer catches Vale Queiroz with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mfer lands with a kick to the ribs.
Mfer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mfer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mfer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vale Queiroz.
Donk. Vale Queiroz catches Mfer right on the button with a cross.
Vale Queiroz takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Mfer lands a right hook to the body.
Mfer has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Vale Queiroz.
Mfer throws a body punch but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Mfer throws out a loose jab but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
No joy there for Mfer, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mfer staying out of range there.#T1#
Vale Queiroz shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Vale Queiroz ducks under a wild hook from Mfer.
Vale Queiroz only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Mfer blocks a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mfer.
It seemed like Vale Queiroz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mfer clobbers Vale Queiroz with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook but Mfer blocks it.
Mfer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vale Queiroz counters with a right hand to the body.
Mfer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vale Queiroz fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mfer on the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Pate Mfer has been cut.
Mfer lands a nice shot that snaps Vale Queiroz's head back.
Mfer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vale Queiroz counters with a straight right hand.
Mfer throws a hook but Vale Queiroz avoids it easily.
Mfer connects with the punch.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mfer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vale Queiroz counters with a left to the body.
Mfer throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mfer looks to land a left hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range nicely.
A slow jab from Vale Queiroz misses its intended target.
A head kick by Mfer misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice body kick.
Pate Mfer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vale Queiroz fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mfer on the side of the head.
A decent looking cross lands there for Vale Queiroz.
Mfer misses with a hook. Vale Queiroz ducked under it nicely.
Mfer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vale Queiroz counters with a stiff right hand.
Mfer blocks a jab.
Mfer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vale Queiroz manages to avoid it.
A bone on bone clash there as Mfer blocks the leg kick. #T3#
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vale Queiroz dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mfer. That did some damage!
Vale Queiroz has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Mfer throws a hook to the side of Vale Queiroz's head but Vale Queiroz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mfer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vale Queiroz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mfer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz scores with a hook.
Mfer misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Vale Queiroz to counter with a crisp jab.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick
and Mfer counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Vale Queiroz throws a nice head kick! #CUT2#Pate Mfer's cut is getting worse.
Vale Queiroz lands a leg kick that knocks Mfer off balance momentarily.
Vale Queiroz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vale Queiroz with a nice calf kick.
Vale Queiroz fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mfer connects with a jab.
Mfer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Mfer connects with a right hand. Vale Queiroz shakes it off.
Mfer throws a right hand that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with an inside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range as Mfer throws a body kick.
Vale Queiroz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vale Queiroz is looking to slow Mfer down with leg kicks.
Mfer plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Mfer is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Mfer moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Vale Queiroz misses with a left hand
and Mfer counters with a nice body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice defenses there by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mfer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vale Queiroz manages to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Vale Queiroz takes a shot right to the bread basket.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Pate Mfer will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Some wild striking there from Mfer.
Mfer scores with a nice strike.
Vale Queiroz takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Vale Queiroz 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.
Vale Queiroz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vale Queiroz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pate Mfer is winning the standup battle so far.
Mfer throws an overhand right that lands on Vale Queiroz's shoulder, as Vale Queiroz tries to avoid the shot.
Vale Queiroz uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mfer has time to react.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mfer misses with a looping right.
A big left from Mfer misses.
Mfer feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Vale Queirozs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T1#
Mfer gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Vale Queiroz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mfer connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mfer throws an off balance right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a good low kick that Mfer was not able to check.
Mfer swings away with a body shot that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Vale Queiroz slips a straight right by Mfer.
A little jabbing left from Vale Queiroz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mfer throws a looping overhand right but Vale Queiroz ducks down to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mfer looks to land a right hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range.
Mfer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vale Queiroz moves away.
Vale Queiroz tries a quick counter leg kick but Mfer is wise to it.
Mfer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vale Queiroz feints a counter leg kick.
Vale Queiroz takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vale Queiroz slips under a jab from Mfer.
Vale Queiroz is looking to score with low kicks.
Vale Queiroz just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMfer.#T2#
Mfer throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Mfer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vale Queiroz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Vale Queiroz might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Mfer has got the better of the exchanges.
Mfer misses the shot to the body.
Mfer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vale Queiroz.
Mfer lands with a hook. Vale Queiroz tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mfer lands a head shot.#CUT#That has opened up Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut even more.
Mfer goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Mfer throws a lazy head kick
and Vale Queiroz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mfer just misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vale Queiroz avoids the head kick by Mfer.
Mfer swings away with a body shot that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with an outside leg kick. #T3#
Mfer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice defenses there by Mfer.
Mfer lands with a hook. Vale Queiroz tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Vale Queiroz takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Vale Queiroz swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Mfer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vale Queiroz throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Mfer darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT#The cut above Erasmo Vale Queiroz's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Mfer throws a combination that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with an inside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Vale Queiroz lands with a hook. Mfer tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT2#Pate Mfer's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Mfer looks to throw the jab but Vale Queiroz is out of range.
Vale Queiroz takes a swing at Mfer's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Mfer connects with a right hand. Vale Queiroz shakes it off.
A jab from Mfer misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A cross from Mfer lands.
Vale Queiroz has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mfer finds it's way round the side to connect with Vale Queiroz's head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mfer.
Mfer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mfer.
Mfer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Vale Queiroz can pounce on him.
Mfer misses with a lunging right hand
and Vale Queiroz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A combination from Mfer does no damage.
Mfer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vale Queiroz counters with an inside leg kick.
Mfer dips to his left and cracks Vale Queiroz with an uppercut!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pate Mfer dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Mfer lands a high kick!
Vale Queiroz has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vale Queiroz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mfer with a nice cross.
Mfer throws a big shot that misses.
Mfer misses with a lunging right hand
and Vale Queiroz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big left from Mfer misses.
Vale Queiroz feints a counter leg kick.
Vale Queiroz scores with a spinning back kick!
Mfer throws a leg kick but Vale Queiroz checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mfer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Mfer scores with a jab. Vale Queiroz acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Mfer checks a leg kick.
Mfer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mfer there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Mfer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Mfer throws a leg kick which misses Vale Queiroz's front leg but catches the back leg as Vale Queiroz tries to avoid it.
Mfer misses with a jab to the body
and Vale Queiroz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mfer avoids the body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mfer throws the left hand but Vale Queiroz avoids the punch easily.
Vale Queiroz throws out a counter right but Mfer avoids it with no problem.
Mfer throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Vale Queiroz cracks Mfer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mfer throws a one two combo.
Vale Queiroz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mfer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vale Queiroz attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T2#
Mfer throws a right hand that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Vale Queiroz looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jab from Mfer.
Mfer throws a body kick that misses.
Mfer misses with a looping left.
Mfer looks to land a right hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range.
Mfer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vale Queiroz moves away.
Vale Queiroz attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mfer takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice jab there from Vale Queiroz.
Mfer swings for the body but Vale Queiroz moves out of range. #T3#
Mfer throws out a loose jab but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mfer takes a swing at Vale Queiroz's ribcage but misses.
Mfer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Mfer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big left from Mfer misses.
Vale Queiroz chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mfer moves out of range as Vale Queiroz strikes.
Vale Queiroz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Mfer takes one on the button.#CUT2#Jeez, Pate Mfer's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Mfer misses with a lunging right hand
and Vale Queiroz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A nice leg kick lands there from Vale Queiroz.
Mfer walks into a left hand. #T4#
Mfer digs a good body shot into Vale Queiroz's ribs.
Mfer digs a good body shot into Vale Queiroz's ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vale Queiroz slips a straight right by Mfer.
Mfer misses with a wild body shot.
Vale Queiroz feints a counter leg kick.
Vale Queiroz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mfer.
Vale Queiroz ducks right into an uppercut from Mfer.
Vale Queiroz walks into a stiff left hand from Mfer.
Vale Queiroz throws out a loose jab but Mfer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mfer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vale Queiroz manages to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mfer throws a lazy uppercut
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nice cross by Mfer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Pate Mfer did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Mfer goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Mfer on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the side of Mfer's head but Mfer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vale Queiroz throws a jab but it's blocked by Mfer.
Vale Queiroz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mfer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice body shot.
Mfer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vale Queiroz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mfer slips a jab from Vale Queiroz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Vale Queiroz.
Mfer dips to his left and cracks Vale Queiroz with an uppercut!
Mfer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vale Queiroz counters with a straight right hand.
Mfer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vale Queiroz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vale Queiroz steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T1#
Mfer throws a body shot but no joy.
Mfer swings for the body but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Mfer throws a head kick that misses.
Mfer looks to land a left hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range nicely.
Mfer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mfer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Vale Queiroz lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mfer at a distance.
Mfer throws out a powerful jab.
Mfer lands a nice hook to Vale Queiroz's body. Vale Queiroz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mfer connects with a single shot there.
Mfer gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Vale Queiroz counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T2#
Vale Queiroz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook.
Mfer misses the jab.
A leg kick checked by Mfer.
It looked like Mfer was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body shot.
Vale Queiroz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mfer doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mfer misses with an uppercut
and Vale Queiroz counters with a thumping low kick.
Mfer jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mfer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is the new light heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Erasmo Vale Queiroz, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: HFC 87: Queiroz vs Chai
Date: Jun 17, 2023

#R1#
Chai throws a looping overhand right but Vale Queiroz ducks down to avoid it.
Chai lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vale Queiroz circles away quickly and effectively.
Vale Queiroz chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Vale Queiroz cracks Chai with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Vale Queiroz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chai.
And Chai responds with a good body kick, but Vale Queiroz manages to step out the way in time.
Vale Queiroz lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Chai misses with a double jab.
Vale Queiroz is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Chai.#CUT2#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Chai takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chai throws a jab but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Chai can pounce on him.
Vale Queiroz throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Chai, as that shot connected. #KD#
Vale Queiroz cracks Chai with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Vale Queiroz has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Chai to stand back up!#ROC#Chai is rocked!#T1#
Vale Queiroz throws a pinpoint strike between Chai's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Chai crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Vale Queiroz scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz retains his light heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Erasmo Vale Queiroz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: HFC 80: 2nd round
Date: Apr 29, 2023

#R1#
Vale Queiroz throws a low kick but it's checked well by Nuorempi.
Nuorempi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Vale Queiroz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Nuorempi has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Vale Queiroz slips a straight right by Nuorempi.
Vale Queiroz appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A big left from Vale Queiroz misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a kick to the body
and Nuorempi counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Nuorempi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vale Queiroz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz scores with a hook.
We've been told by Vale Queiroz's head coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nuorempi shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Vale Queiroz but Vale Queiroz pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And Vale Queiroz counters with a quick kick to the body but Nuorempi blocks it.#T1#
Nuorempi misses with a series of wild punches.
Vale Queiroz keeps the fight on the outside.
Vale Queiroz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vale Queiroz throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Nuorempi shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vale Queiroz quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Vale Queiroz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nuorempi.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Suutari Nuorempi.#TD2#
Nuorempi drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Nuorempi is looking to pass into half guard but Vale Queiroz pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Vale Queiroz is in guard.#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Nuorempi has an active guard here but Vale Queiroz has managed to pass into half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Nuorempi looking for submissions off his back.
Vale Queiroz wants to free his trapped foot but Nuorempi is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Vale Queiroz uses his free foot to push down on Nuorempi's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Nuorempi.
Nuorempi tries to hold on but Vale Queiroz pushes him away.
Vale Queiroz looking to control and managing it successfully.
Nuorempi can't escape the position. #T3#
Vale Queiroz manages to capitalize on a mistake by Nuorempi to take his back!
Nuorempi tries to escape the position.
Nuorempi trying to control the position but Vale Queiroz manages to sink in the hooks.
Vale Queiroz keeps control of the position as Nuorempi tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vale Queiroz is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Nuorempi wants to escape the position.
Nuorempi trying to control but not successfully. #T4#
Nuorempi might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Vale Queiroz haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Vale Queiroz is hanging on to Nuorempi's back as he tries to escape.
Vale Queiroz is not going to allow Nuorempi to sit and survive in this position.
Vale Queiroz has good solid back control here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nuorempi tries to escape but Vale Queiroz has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nuorempi wants to clinch
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice leg kick.
Vale Queiroz stuffs the takedown attempt from Nuorempi. Nuorempi gets slowly back to his feet.
Vale Queiroz is looking to counter with a body kick.
Vale Queiroz connects with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nuorempi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vale Queiroz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A big left from Nuorempi misses. #T1#
Nuorempi misses with a lunging right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nuorempi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vale Queiroz.
Nuorempi throws an off balance right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nuorempi looks to land a left hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range nicely.
Nuorempi darts in trying to clinch
and Vale Queiroz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC#Nuorempi is rocked!
Nuorempi misses with a left hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice leg kick.
Vale Queiroz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nuorempi. #T2#
Nuorempi looks up at the clock. Bad move! Vale Queiroz lands a right hand from hell, dropping Nuorempi. Vale Queiroz pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz retains his light heavyweight title!
A victorious Erasmo Vale Queiroz thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HFC 72 - Queiroz vs Nourempi
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1#
Vale Queiroz defending well as Nuorempi loads up on a big left hand.
Vale Queiroz lands with a thumping leg kick. #CL2#
Nuorempi pushes Vale Queiroz up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nuorempi pushes Vale Queiroz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
A short left from Nuorempi.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Nuorempi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nuorempi controls the action.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Nuorempi throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Nuorempi.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nuorempi is working Vale Queiroz over against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nuorempi throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nuorempi backwards.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Nuorempi.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nuorempi's elbow.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nuorempi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Nuorempi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nuorempi is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vale Queiroz is defending well.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nuorempi blocks it.
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here.
Nuorempi misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nuorempi blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nuorempi blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nuorempi backwards.
Nuorempi throws a head punch that misses.
Nuorempi is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nuorempi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Nuorempi's head. #T3#
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nuorempi.
Nuorempi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nuorempi avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nuorempi controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nuorempi blocks it.
Nuorempi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
A shot in the inside from Nuorempi. #CUT2#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nuorempi avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Nuorempi is looking to take this one to the mat.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Suutari Nuorempi.
Nuorempi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nuorempi controls the action.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nuorempi blocks it. #T4#
Nuorempi blocks an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nuorempi's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nuorempi controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice shot to the body.
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz gets underhooks to prevent Nuorempi's takedown attempt.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nuorempi controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nuorempi's elbow.
Nuorempi lands a right hand.
Nuorempi is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vale Queiroz gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nuorempi's elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nuorempi checks a leg kick.
Nuorempi takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#CL2#
Nuorempi takes the fight into the clinch.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nuorempi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nuorempi avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nuorempi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nuorempi blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nuorempi's elbow.
Nuorempi lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Nuorempi misses with the head strike.
Nuorempi blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nuorempi blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nuorempi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nuorempi takes a shot to the head.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nuorempi misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Nuorempi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nuorempi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nuorempi's elbow.
Nuorempi prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Nuorempi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nuorempi prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Nuorempi.
Nuorempi lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nuorempi.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz.
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!
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nuorempi changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vale Queiroz fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Vale Queiroz thuds a left hand into Nuorempi's body.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T3##CL2#
Nuorempi has closed the distance and engaged Vale Queiroz in a clinch.
Nuorempi throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nuorempi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Nuorempi.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Nuorempi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nuorempi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nuorempi misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz stops a takedown attempt from Nuorempi.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nuorempi controls the action.
Nuorempi misses with a punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nuorempi blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nuorempi takes a shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nuorempi.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Nuorempi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
Nuorempi tries to work over Vale Queiroz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Vale Queiroz misses with an uppercut. Nuorempi saw that one coming.
Vale Queiroz connects with a high kick. #ROC#Nuorempi is rocked!
Vale Queiroz connects with an inside leg kick.
Nuorempi cracks Vale Queiroz with a good jab.
BOOM! Vale Queiroz lands a beautiful left hook that drops Nuorempi. Nuorempi tries to recover but Vale Queiroz is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Nuorempi lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath Erasmo Vale Queiroz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC 66: Saneuji vs Farman
Date: Jan 22, 2023

#R1#
Gonzalez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the side of Gonzalez's head but Gonzalez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vale Queiroz swats away the attempt to clinch by Gonzalez.
Gonzalez stuns Vale Queiroz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gonzalez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Vale Queiroz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A counter left hand to the body from Vale Queiroz misses its target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Gonzalez gets a clinch.
Gonzalez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Gonzalez lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Vale Queiroz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz throws a predictable looking body shot
and Vale Queiroz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.#T1#
Gonzalez swings widly with a right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a slapping leg kick.
Gonzalez moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Gonzalez takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz wants to land a leg kick but Gonzalez is out of range.
Some wild striking there from Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz takes a swing at Gonzalez's ribcage but misses.
Gonzalez misses with an uppercut. Vale Queiroz saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Vale Queiroz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Gonzalez takes a swing at Vale Queiroz's ribcage but misses.
Vale Queiroz circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gonzalez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vale Queiroz fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Vale Queiroz lunges at Gonzalez with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gonzalez's hand.
Gonzalez throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
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!
Vale Queiroz misses with a left hand
and Gonzalez counters with a straight right hand.
Gonzalez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vale Queiroz manages to avoid it.
Gonzalez misses with a right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gonzalez tries to clinch up but Vale Queiroz circles away and keeps his distance.#T3#
Vale Queiroz misses with a low kick.
Gonzalez throws out a counter right but Vale Queiroz avoids it with no problem.
Vale Queiroz takes one to the side of the head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Vale Queiroz.
Gonzalez throws an off balance right hand
and Vale Queiroz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vale Queiroz turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a front kick but Gonzalez steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Gonzalez tries to counter by closing the distance.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gonzalez misses with a hook to the body
and Vale Queiroz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gonzalez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gonzalez wants to counter with a clinch but Vale Queiroz pushes him away.#T4#
Gonzalez defending well as Vale Queiroz loads up on a big left hand.
Gonzalez lands a jab to Vale Queiroz's midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gonzalez. Vale Queiroz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gonzalez takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gonzalez chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Vale Queiroz can pounce on him.
No joy there for Gonzalez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vale Queiroz walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Vale Queiroz moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Gonzalez throws a lazy uppercut
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##CL2#
Gonzalez has closed the distance and engaged Vale Queiroz in a clinch. #BC2#
Gonzalez pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Vale Queiroz.
A quick step to the side and Vale Queiroz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vale Queiroz gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Gonzalez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Shaun Gonzalez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vale Queiroz jabs at Gonzalez's body.
Vale Queiroz connects with a crisp jab.
Gonzalez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A quick step to the side and Vale Queiroz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonzalez lands with a right hand.
Gonzalez tests Vale Queiroz's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A slow jab from Vale Queiroz misses its intended target. #T1#
Gonzalez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little jabbing left from Gonzalez on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vale Queiroz slips a jab and a cross from Gonzalez.
We've been told by Vale Queiroz's head coaches at FIST OF FURY that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Vale Queiroz connects with a high kick.
Gonzalez throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Gonzalez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vale Queiroz misses with an uppercut. Gonzalez saw that one coming.
Vale Queiroz has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Gonzalez misses with an uppercut. Vale Queiroz saw that one coming.
Vale Queiroz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gonzalez misses with a body shot.
Gonzalez throws out a loose jab but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gonzalez scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Vale Queiroz thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Gonzalez if he has to take too many more of those.
Vale Queiroz lands with an uppercut that bounces Gonzalez off the cage and back into range.
Vale Queiroz throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gonzalez looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A big right from Vale Queiroz misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Gonzalez counters by moving into the clinch.
Gonzalez creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Vale Queiroz has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Gonzalez working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Vale Queiroz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vale Queiroz blocks a jab.
Gonzalez misses with a right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Gonzalez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gonzalez doesn't manage to clinch there - Vale Queiroz circles away.
Gonzalez throws a jab but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz ducks under a wild hook from Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz takes a swing at Gonzalez's ribcage but misses.
Gonzalez looks to throw the jab but Vale Queiroz is out of range.
Gonzalez throws a series of punches but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Gonzalez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It appears Vale Queiroz was looking to counter with a kick there.
Gonzalez swings widly with a right hand
and Vale Queiroz finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#T4#
A good leg kick by Vale Queiroz.
Gonzalez throws a lazy uppercut
and Vale Queiroz counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is winning the standup battle so far.
Vale Queiroz throws a shot from downtown. Gonzalez moves away and avoids it.
Vale Queiroz takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gonzalez lunges at Vale Queiroz with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Vale Queiroz's hand.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick that is checked
and Gonzalez counters with a right hand to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook.
Gonzalez connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vale Queiroz misses with an uppercut
and Gonzalez counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Shaun Gonzalez will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Gonzalez swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Vale Queiroz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gonzalez throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vale Queiroz stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vale Queiroz takes a jab right on the kisser.
The fighters circling - Vale Queiroz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gonzalez misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Gonzalez has closed the distance and engaged Vale Queiroz in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonzalez blocking some punches.
Gonzalez lands an elbow just above Vale Queiroz 's eye. #CUT2#Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is getting worse.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Gonzalez controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Gonzalez controls his hands. #BC2#
Gonzalez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gonzalez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vale Queiroz.
It looked like Vale Queiroz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Gonzalez jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Gonzalez throws a lazy right hand but Vale Queiroz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vale Queiroz is looking to counter punch.
Vale Queiroz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vale Queiroz throws a chopping leg kick but Gonzalez manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Gonzalez throws a body punch but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Gonzalez scores with the left hand. Vale Queiroz knows he should have avoided that one.
Gonzalez misses with a body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
Gonzalez misses with a lunging right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Vale Queiroz staying out of range there.
Vale Queiroz scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz's jab looks to have found its range, popping Gonzalez under the eye.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz cracks Gonzalez with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Vale Queiroz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gonzalez.
Nice defenses there by Gonzalez.
Gonzalez steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz punishes Gonzalez's body with a nice straight punch.
Gonzalez scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Gonzalez throws a lazy uppercut
and Vale Queiroz counters with a leg kick. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Vale Queiroz.
Gonzalez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Vale Queiroz connects with a high kick.
Gonzalez throws a hook but Vale Queiroz avoids it easily.
Vale Queiroz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gonzalez throws out the jab.
Vale Queiroz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Gonzalez just manages to avoid it.
Gonzalez takes one on the button.
Vale Queiroz connects with a solid leg kick.
Gonzalez staying out of range there.#T4#
Vale Queiroz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vale Queiroz appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gonzalez's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Gonzalez misses with a two punch combination.
Gonzalez lands with a straight right. Vale Queiroz didn't see that one coming.
Gonzalez throws a hook but Vale Queiroz blocks it.
Gonzalez lands a right hook to the body.
Gonzalez misses with a lunging right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Gonzalez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gonzalez moves in looking to clinch but Vale Queiroz pushes him off.
Vale Queiroz throws a half hearted mid kick.
Vale Queiroz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gonzalez in his tracks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Erasmo Vale Queiroz did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Gonzalez moves out of range of the body kick.
Gonzalez misses with a straight left.
Vale Queiroz throws a good cross that connects.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vale Queiroz. Gonzalez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vale Queiroz lands with a right hand.
Gonzalez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot lands for Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vale Queiroz with a nice calf kick.#T1#
Gonzalez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vale Queiroz moves away.
Vale Queiroz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice shot by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz looks to land a body kick but Gonzalez moved away.
Gonzalez drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range as Gonzalez strikes.
Gonzalez throws the left hand but Vale Queiroz avoids the punch easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Vale Queiroz misses its target.
Vale Queiroz finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A jab lands there for Gonzalez.#T2#
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Gonzalez's front leg with a kick but Gonzalez checks it.
Gonzalez looks to throw the jab but Vale Queiroz is out of range.
Vale Queiroz tried to counter with a leg kick but Gonzalez avoided it.
Gonzalez misses the shot to the body.
A quick step to the side and Vale Queiroz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#CL2#
Gonzalez has Vale Queiroz up against the cage in a clinch.
Gonzalez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gonzalez cracks Vale Queiroz with a nice body shot.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand. #BC2#
Gonzalez manages to break the clinch.
Gonzalez tries to clinch there but Vale Queiroz circles away. #T3##CL2#
Vale Queiroz tries to keep at a distance but Gonzalez has taken the fight into the clinch.
Vale Queiroz is trying to break the clinch but Gonzalez is controlling him.
Gonzalez has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#BC#
Vale Queiroz breaks the clinch.
Gonzalez tries to clinch up
and Vale Queiroz counters with a straight right hand.
Gonzalez scores with a jab. Vale Queiroz acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Gonzalez jabs at Vale Queiroz's body.
Gonzalez throws a lazy right hand but Vale Queiroz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Vale Queiroz fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Gonzalez misses with a series of wild punches.
Vale Queiroz thuds his shin into the meat of Gonzalez's side.
Vale Queiroz lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL2#
Gonzalez has closed the distance and engaged Vale Queiroz in a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gonzalez stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz had his way with Shaun Gonzalez in that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Gonzalez bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Vale Queiroz's head backwards.
Vale Queiroz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gonzalez.
A jab from Gonzalez misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a straight left.
Vale Queiroz lunges at Gonzalez with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gonzalez's hand.
Vale Queiroz turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonzalez throws a body shot but no joy.
Vale Queiroz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vale Queiroz misses with a kick to the body.
Gonzalez walks into a jab.#T1#
Vale Queiroz bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz slips under a jab.#CL2#
Gonzalez has taken the fight to the clinch.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Vale Queiroz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gonzalez throws a poor cross that misses
and Vale Queiroz makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Vale Queiroz misses with an attempted mid kick.
Vale Queiroz is looking to land body kicks.
Shaun Gonzalez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Gonzalez moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A swing and a miss from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz looks to land a left hand but Gonzalez moved out of range nicely.
Gonzalez looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gonzalez misses with an uppercut. Vale Queiroz saw that one coming.
Vale Queiroz connects with a body shot.
Gonzalez cracks Vale Queiroz with a good jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A lazy left from Vale Queiroz finds it's target.
Vale Queiroz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gonzalez.
Nice cross by Gonzalez.#T3#
Gonzalez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vale Queiroz throwing a counter right hand but Gonzalez manages to avoid it.
Gonzalez throws a body punch but Vale Queiroz moves out of range. #CL2#
Gonzalez has taken the fight to the clinch.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Gonzalez avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Shaun Gonzalez seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Gonzalez.
Gonzalez is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Gonzalez stalling in the clinch. #BC2#
Gonzalez's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gonzalez stuns Vale Queiroz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T4#
Gonzalez swings away with a body shot that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a slapping leg kick.
Gonzalez moves out of range of the body kick from Vale Queiroz.
Gonzalez takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Gonzalez throws a nice looking combination but Vale Queiroz bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Vale Queiroz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gonzalez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the body #CL2#
and Gonzalez counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Gonzalez.
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!
Vale Queiroz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vale Queiroz works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Gonzalez is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#BC#
Vale Queiroz breaks the clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Vale Queiroz.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight for Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight for Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight for Erasmo Vale Queiroz!

Erasmo Vale Queiroz wins by unanimous decision!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz retains his light heavyweight title!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 62: EVQ vs Cleever
Date: Jan 07, 2023

#R1#
Vale Queiroz throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Vale Queiroz looks for the body kick but Cleever saw that one coming.
Vale Queiroz connects with the punch.#CUT#It looks like Miet Cleever has been cut.
Cleever lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vale Queiroz circles away quickly and effectively.
Vale Queiroz is looking to counter punch.
Cleever throws a lazy uppercut
and Vale Queiroz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vale Queiroz lands a front kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cleever takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Vale Queiroz darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Cleever looks to land a right hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range.
Vale Queiroz scores with a jab to the body.
Cleever looks to score with a jab to the body but Vale Queiroz is just out of range.
Vale Queiroz throws a push kick but Cleever slaps the foot to one side.
Vale Queiroz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Cleever moves into the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cleever backwards.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz takes a shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Cleever throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Cleever backwards. #CUT#That has opened up Miet Cleever's cut even more.#T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cleever.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cleever working aggressively here.
Cleever scores with a shoulder strike.
Cleever lands a right hand.
Cleever lands a body shot.
A short left from Vale Queiroz.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Cleever takes a shot to the head.
Cleever scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Cleever misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
A right hand to the body from Cleever.
Cleever struggles to land a body shot inside as Vale Queiroz controls his hands.
Cleever has Vale Queiroz pressed against the cage, preventing Vale Queiroz from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Cleever working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Vale Queiroz manages to break the clinch.
Cleever takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
A head kick misses from Cleever.
Cleever moves to clinch but Vale Queiroz breaks away
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice leg kick.
Cleever misses with a looping right.
Cleever throws a leg kick but Vale Queiroz checks it.
Vale Queiroz misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Cleever connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Vale Queiroz misses with a looping left.
Cleever unleashes a big counter combination but Vale Queiroz bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
We've been told by Vale Queiroz's head coaches at FIST OF FURY that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Vale Queiroz misses with a looping left.#T4#
Vale Queiroz moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Cleever misses with a left hand
and Vale Queiroz makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Vale Queiroz lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Vale Queiroz scores with a jab to the body.
Vale Queiroz ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cleever looks winded!
Nice cross by Vale Queiroz.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vale Queiroz scores with a kick to the midsection.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T5#
The fighters circle, before Vale Queiroz throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Cleever's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Vale Queiroz lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Erasmo Vale Queiroz made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: HFC 55: EVQ vs Abarai
Date: Dec 10, 2022

#R1#
Abarai scores with a nice strike.#CUT2#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
We've been told by Vale Queiroz's head coaches at FIST OF FURY that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Vale Queiroz lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Abarai looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Vale Queiroz takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy head kick and Abarai moves out of range easily.
Abarai connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The fighters circling - Abarai throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A quick step to the side and Vale Queiroz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vale Queiroz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Abarai was well out of range. Poor timing from Vale Queiroz.
Abarai's corner calls for a 1-2. Abarai obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT2#Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is getting worse.
Abarai takes a swing at Vale Queiroz's ribcage but misses.
Abarai fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vale Queiroz throws a quick counter head kick but Abarai was just out of range.
Abarai doesn't manage to clinch there - Vale Queiroz circles away.
Vale Queiroz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vale Queiroz connects with a body shot that sends Abarai's belly button to the back.
Vale Queiroz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Abarai.#T1#
Abarai misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Abarai wants to clinch.
Abarai misses with a hook. Vale Queiroz ducked under it nicely.
Abarai throws a poor cross that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a solid body kick.
Abarai misses the jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Abarai misses the target.
A quick step to the side and Vale Queiroz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vale Queiroz scores with a jab. Abarai acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Vale Queiroz circles away from the clinch attempt.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Abarai swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Vale Queiroz makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Abarai scores with a decent looking hook.#T2#
Abarai lands a head shot.#CL2#
Abarai closes the distance and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Abarai's elbow.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Abarai pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Abarai keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Vale Queiroz's efforts to push away.#BC#
Vale Queiroz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Abarai tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vale Queiroz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A telegraphed right hand from Abarai misses the target.
Vale Queiroz walks into a left hand.
Vale Queiroz slips a straight right by Abarai.
Vale Queiroz looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T3#
Vale Queiroz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Abarai rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vale Queiroz counters with a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz lands an overhand right.
A decent looking cross lands there for Abarai.#CUT2#Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Abarai tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vale Queiroz was well out of range. Poor timing from Abarai.
Vale Queiroz swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Abarai might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Abarai looks to clinch
letting Vale Queiroz counter with a right hand.
Abarai tries to clinch but Vale Queiroz moves away
and Vale Queiroz counters with a left to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands with a nice body kick.
Abarai throws a predictable looking body shot
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice body kick.
Vale Queiroz buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
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!
Abarai takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T4#
A slow jab from Abarai misses its intended target.
As Abarai backs away, Vale Queiroz returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Vale Queiroz throws an overhand right that lands on Abarai's shoulder, as Abarai tries to avoid the shot.
Vale Queiroz walks into a stiff left hand from Abarai.
Abarai waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vale Queiroz.
The fighters circling - Abarai throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vale Queiroz throws out a loose jab but Abarai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Abarai tries to clinch but Vale Queiroz is having none of it.
Vale Queiroz looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#CL2#
Abarai closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Vale Queiroz blocks an elbow strike.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vale Queiroz wants to break the clinch but can't.
Abarai throws an elbow that misses.
Vale Queiroz blocks an elbow strike from Abarai.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T5##BC#
Vale Queiroz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vale Queiroz cracks a nice hook into Abarai's ribs.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice leg kick that just misses Abarai's sensitive parts.
Vale Queiroz punishes Abarai's body with a nice straight punch.
Good shot there by Abarai.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the strikes.
Hans Abarai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Abarai fails with an attempt to clinch.
Abarai misses with the combination.
Abarai misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vale Queiroz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Abarai is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Vale Queiroz had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Vale Queiroz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Abarai.
Abarai misses with a left hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T6##CL2#
Abarai darts in and clinches Vale Queiroz up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Abarai swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Abarai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Abarai backwards.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Abarai.
Abarai blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Vale Queiroz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Abarai fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vale Queiroz connects with an inside leg kick.
Vale Queiroz delivers a nice body kick.#T7#
Vale Queiroz chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Vale Queiroz thuds his shin into the meat of Abarai's side.
Abarai looks winded!
Vale Queiroz is looking to land body kicks.
Abarai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Abarai throws a right and a left that Vale Queiroz avoids nicely.
Abarai swings widly with a right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Abarai takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Abarai throws a big shot that misses.
Abarai misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vale Queiroz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vale Queiroz staying out of range there.
Vale Queiroz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Abarai tries to counter with a clinch but Vale Queiroz shakes him off and moves away.
Abarai looks to clinch
enabling Vale Queiroz to counter with a crisp jab. #T8#
Vale Queiroz misses with a kick to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Abarai instigates a clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz avoids the elbow strike from Abarai, against the cage.
Abarai misses with an elbow strike.
Vale Queiroz lands a shot to the body.
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Abarai throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Vale Queiroz looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Abarai misses with an elbow strike. #BC#
Vale Queiroz breaks from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Vale Queiroz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Abarai.
Abarai fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T9#
Abarai fails with an attempt to clinch.
It appears Vale Queiroz was looking to counter with a kick there.
Abarai swings away with a body shot that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Abarai misses with a shot to the body
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice body shot.
Vale Queiroz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vale Queiroz connects with a looping right hand. #CL2#
Abarai clinches with his opponent.
Abarai misses with an elbow strike.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Vale Queiroz avoids a wild elbow strike from Abarai.
Abarai has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Vale Queiroz.#BC#
Vale Queiroz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vale Queiroz lands a slapping body shot.
Abarai scores with a nice head shot.
A punch lands to the side of Abarai 's head but he takes it in his stride.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Abarai misses with an uppercut.
Abarai misses with a hook. Vale Queiroz ducked under it nicely.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice head shot.
Abarai walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT#It looks like Hans Abarai has been cut.
Decent striking displayed by Vale Queiroz there.
Vale Queiroz throws out a powerful jab.#KD#
Vale Queiroz cracks Abarai with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Abarai looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Vale Queiroz finish him? #ROC#Abarai is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz throws a body shot but no joy.
Abarai is still on wobbly legs! Can Vale Queiroz finish him?
Vale Queiroz takes one to the chin there.
Abarai seems to have recovered his senses.
Abarai swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Vale Queiroz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Abarai tries to clinch up but Vale Queiroz circles away and keeps his distance.
Vale Queiroz thumps Abarai with a low kick.#T1#
Some wild striking there from Abarai.
Vale Queiroz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Vale Queiroz.
Abarai tries to clinch but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Abarai tries to clinch up.
A punch combination from Abarai misses.
Abarai throws a good cross that connects.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is winning the standup battle so far.
Vale Queiroz just misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Vale Queiroz scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Abarai moves forwards but Vale Queiroz connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Abarai lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T2#
Vale Queiroz connects with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Vale Queiroz tries to keep at a distance but Abarai has taken the fight into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Abarai blocks an uppercut.
Abarai throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #BC#
Vale Queiroz manages to break the clinch.
Abarai looks to land a left hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range nicely.
Vale Queiroz misses with a looping right.
Vale Queiroz ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Abarai is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Vale Queiroz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vale Queiroz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vale Queiroz avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T3#
Vale Queiroz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Abarai slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Abarai darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Abarai scores with a crisp jab that stopped Vale Queiroz in his tracks.
Vale Queiroz blocks a jab.
Abarai thuds his right hand into Vale Queiroz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT2#Jeez, Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Abarai tries to clinch but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Abarai takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vale Queiroz throws a front kick that sends Abarai stumbling back into the cage.
Abarai is breathing heavily.
Vale Queiroz ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A telegraphed right hand from Abarai misses the target. #T4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Vale Queiroz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vale Queiroz scores with a jab to the head.
Abarai misses with a right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Abarai has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Vale Queiroz.
Abarai misses with a combination
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Abarai thinking.
Vale Queiroz is looking to land body kicks.
Abarai takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Abarai looks to land a combination. Vale Queiroz sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Abarai's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Abarai misses with a straight left.
It looked like Vale Queiroz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Abarai.
Vale Queiroz fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Abarai.
Abarai looks to clinch
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice uppercut. #T5#
Abarai throws a poor cross that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Abarai throws a series of punches but Vale Queiroz avoids them all with ease.
It appears Vale Queiroz was looking to counter with a kick there.
Nice defenses there by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Abarai can do to turn this around?
Abarai misses with a hook #KD#
and Vale Queiroz counters with a crisp right hand that drops Abarai! Vale Queiroz lets Abarai back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Abarai throws an off balance right hand
and Vale Queiroz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Abarai misses with a left hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Abarai throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Abarai throws an ugly left hook that misses #KD#
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice right hand that sends Abarai toppling to the canvas! Abarai scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Vale Queiroz finish him?!
Abarai tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vale Queiroz swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Abarai gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Vale Queiroz gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz retains his light heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Erasmo Vale Queiroz 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: HFC 48: Nuorempi vs Queiroz
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
A big left from Vale Queiroz misses.
Vale Queiroz walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nuorempi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A bone on bone clash there as Nuorempi blocks the leg kick.
Vale Queiroz avoids the body shot from Nuorempi.
Vale Queiroz swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nuorempi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nuorempi throws a sloppy body shot
and Nuorempi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Suutari Nuorempi has been cut.
Vale Queiroz with a jab.
Nuorempi just misses with a punch to the body.
Nuorempi looks to score with a jab to the body but Vale Queiroz is just out of range.
Vale Queiroz is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nuorempi with a body shot.
Nuorempi fails to land with a series of punches.
Vale Queiroz appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nuorempi throws a hook to the side of Vale Queiroz's head but Vale Queiroz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nuorempi misses with an uppercut
and Vale Queiroz counters with a straight right hand.
Nuorempi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Nuorempi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Vale Queiroz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Vale Queiroz avoids the body shot from Nuorempi.
Vale Queiroz moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Vale Queiroz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nuorempi doesn't seem bothered though.
We've been hearing reports that Nuorempi has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Vale Queiroz fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nuorempi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the strikes.
Nuorempi takes a swing at Vale Queiroz's ribcage but misses.
Suutari Nuorempi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nuorempi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nuorempi misses with a straight left.
Vale Queiroz looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nuorempi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a really nice looking cross but Nuorempi seems unphased.
Nuorempi connects with a looping right hand. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nuorempi misses with a body shot.
Vale Queiroz counters with a body kick.
Nuorempi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nuorempi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vale Queiroz manages to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nuorempi with a body shot.
Vale Queiroz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nuorempi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vale Queiroz was well out of range. Poor timing from Nuorempi.
Nuorempi just misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz clobbers Nuorempi with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #TD#
Nuorempi shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Vale Queiroz manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Nuorempi trying to control but Vale Queiroz is working from the bottom.
Vale Queiroz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nuorempi manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T3#
Vale Queiroz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Nuorempi controlling Vale Queiroz's posture.
Nuorempi looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Vale Queiroz puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Nuorempi is looking to improve his position.
Nuorempi is trying to maintain the position but Vale Queiroz is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nuorempi keeping hold of Vale Queiroz's head, controlling as best he can.
Nuorempi wants to improve his position but Vale Queiroz is controlling well.
Nuorempi trying to control from the bottom.
Nuorempi keeping hold of Vale Queiroz's head, controlling as best he can.
Nuorempi on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Nuorempi tries to get out of the position.#SUB#
Nuorempi actively working from the bottom here.#T5#
Vale Queiroz is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nuorempi is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A telegraphed right hand from Vale Queiroz misses the target.
Nuorempi lands a really nice looking cross but Vale Queiroz seems unphased.
No joy there for Nuorempi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vale Queiroz lands a lovely overhand right.
Nuorempi misses with a body shot
and Vale Queiroz counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Nuorempi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T6#
Nuorempi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Nuorempi closes the distance and pushes Vale Queiroz back into the cage.
Nuorempi has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vale Queiroz avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Nuorempi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nuorempi working aggressively here.
Nuorempi blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nuorempi controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vale Queiroz pushes Nuorempi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nuorempi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Nuorempi's head.
A short left from Vale Queiroz.
Nuorempi working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nuorempi. #T7#
A head punch on the inside from Nuorempi fails to land.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nuorempi backwards.
Nuorempi cracks Vale Queiroz with a nice body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Nuorempi has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nuorempi controls the action.
Nuorempi swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nuorempi throws a head punch that misses.
Nuorempi misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Nuorempi. #T8#
Nuorempi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
Nuorempi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nuorempi controls the action.
Nuorempi misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nuorempi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nuorempi is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nuorempi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nuorempi is breathing heavily.
Vale Queiroz scores with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nuorempi backwards.
Nuorempi prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Nuorempi.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Nuorempi struggles to land a body shot inside as Vale Queiroz controls his hands. #T9#
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nuorempi backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nuorempi misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nuorempi tries to work over Vale Queiroz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nuorempi tries a body shot but Vale Queiroz blocks it.
Nuorempi blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nuorempi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vale Queiroz pushes Nuorempi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#Nuorempi is rocked!
A left hand lands to the body for Vale Queiroz.
Oh Nuorempi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vale Queiroz throws a big uppercut that drops Nuorempi! More strikes from Vale Queiroz and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Nuorempi lies dazed against the cage as Vale Queiroz celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is the new light heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Erasmo Vale Queiroz, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: HFC 40: Jiminez vs Saneuji
Date: Oct 09, 2022

#R1#
Real moves to clinch but Vale Queiroz breaks away
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a cross.
Vale Queiroz keeps the fight on the outside.
Vale Queiroz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Vale Queiroz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Real tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vale Queiroz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Real paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Real tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Vale Queiroz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Real darts in trying to clinch
and Vale Queiroz counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Real wants to clinch up but Vale Queiroz keeps it at a distance.
Vale Queiroz appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body kick.
Real looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Real tries to clinch but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz loads up on a big right hand but Real slips the punch.#T1#
Real wants to clinch up but Vale Queiroz keeps it at a distance.
Vale Queiroz walks into a jab.
A slow jab from Real misses its intended target.
A countering left hand to the body from Vale Queiroz misses.
Real swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Vale Queiroz counters with a stiff right hand.
Real uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vale Queiroz.
Maw Real seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Real fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Vale Queiroz, pushing him back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Real uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Real's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Real.
A head punch on the inside from Real fails to land.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vale Queiroz works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Real's ribcage. Real let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Real swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Real doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Real prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Real tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Real fails to land.
Real misses with a hook to the ribs.
A hook to the body from Vale Queiroz.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head.
Real has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Real tries a body shot but Vale Queiroz blocks it.
Vale Queiroz throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Reals head.
Real working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Real fails to land.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Real blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vale Queiroz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Real throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Real working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Real is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Real blocks it.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands with a right to the head.
Real tries to work over Vale Queiroz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A shot in the inside from Real.
Real blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Real misses with a hook from the clinch.
Real lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Vale Queiroz or not.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Real backwards.
Come on Real - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Real lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Real blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Real.
A bit of stalling here from Real.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Real blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Real misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Real taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vale Queiroz gets through Real's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Real is stalling here.
Real misses with the head strike.
A short left from Vale Queiroz.
Real blocks an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a light punch inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Real has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Real swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Real tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Vale Queiroz lands with an overhand left.
Vale Queiroz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Vale Queiroz connects with a body shot.
Real lands with a straight right. Vale Queiroz didn't see that one coming.
Vale Queiroz misses with a looping right.
Real tries to close the distance and clinch but Vale Queiroz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vale Queiroz digs a good hook to Real's body.
Real on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Vale Queiroz. Vale Queiroz obviously looking to wear him down.
Real throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Real throws a sloppy body shot
and Vale Queiroz counters with a leg kick. #CL#
Real moves into the clinch.
Vale Queiroz cracks Real with a nice body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Real avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Real has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T1#
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Real.
Real working aggressively here.
Real tries a body shot but Vale Queiroz blocks it.
Real taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Real uses good head movement to avoid it.
Real misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Real controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Real scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A hook to the body from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Real fails to land.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Real avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Real uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a shot to the body.
Real blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Real.
Vale Queiroz gets through Real's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short right from Real on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Real.
A right hand to the body from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vale Queiroz presses Real against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Real's head.
Vale Queiroz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz cracks Real with a nice body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.#T3#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Real tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vale Queiroz's elbow.
Vale Queiroz works on Real's body with a couple of short punches.
Real takes a shot to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.#ROC2#Real is rocked!
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Oh Real is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Real trying to stall but Vale Queiroz improves his position.
Vale Queiroz is leaning against Real and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vale Queiroz throws a big uppercut that drops Real! More strikes from Vale Queiroz and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Real lies dazed against the cage as Vale Queiroz celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
A victorious Erasmo Vale Queiroz thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HFC 32: Ivanovic vs Greene
Date: Sep 08, 2022

#R1#
Gonzalez throws a looping overhand right but Vale Queiroz ducks down to avoid it.
Gonzalez looks to land a left hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range nicely.
And Vale Queiroz responds with a good body kick, but Gonzalez manages to step out the way in time.
Gonzalez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vale Queiroz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gonzalez misses with a straight right.
Gonzalez uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vale Queiroz.
A quick step to the side and Gonzalez tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gonzalez looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gonzalez scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Vale Queiroz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gonzalez throws out the jab.
Gonzalez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vale Queiroz.
Gonzalez takes a swing at Vale Queiroz's ribcage but misses.
Vale Queiroz moves away from the strike by Gonzalez. #CL#
Gonzalez clinches up with Vale Queiroz and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonzalez throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
A short left from Vale Queiroz.
Gonzalez misses with a punch on the inside.
Gonzalez blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gonzalez is leaning against Vale Queiroz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Gonzalez pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T1#
Vale Queiroz blocks the elbow strike.
Gonzalez can't find room to land a body shot as Vale Queiroz controls the action.
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gonzalez tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gonzalez content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Gonzalez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz cracks Gonzalez with a nice body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gonzalez.
Gonzalez pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz pushes Gonzalez back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gonzalez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Gonzalez fails to land.
Gonzalez displaying some good clinch control by pressing Vale Queiroz up against the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch. #T2#
A shot in the inside from Gonzalez.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Gonzalez throws a punch but it's blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Gonzalez lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vale Queiroz being controlled against the cage.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Vale Queiroz fails to land.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Gonzalez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Gonzalez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gonzalez creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Vale Queiroz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gonzalez creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Vale Queiroz's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T3#
Gonzalez throws an elbow that misses.
Gonzalez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz - that landed with a thud.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gonzalez struggles to land a body shot inside as Vale Queiroz controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Gonzalez controls his hands.
Gonzalez misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gonzalez has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz prevents a body shot from Gonzalez.
Good body shot from Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz lands with a right to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gonzalez.
Gonzalez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Gonzalez is trying to stall.
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Gonzalez backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz throws a head punch that misses.
Gonzalez lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike.
Vale Queiroz lands with a light punch inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Gonzalez's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gonzalez looking to slow down the pace here.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Gonzalez's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Gonzalez's gas tank.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Gonzalez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Erasmo Vale Queiroz will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Gonzalez throws a right hand that misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with an outside leg kick.
Gonzalez misses with a left hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a stiff right hand.
Vale Queiroz misses with an attempted mid kick.
Gonzalez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Gonzalez moves into range and clinches up with Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shot to the side of Gonzalez's head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz avoids the elbow strike from Gonzalez, against the cage.
Gonzalez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Gonzalez is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short shot to the head.
Gonzalez lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gonzalez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Gonzalez lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
Gonzalez can't find room to land a body shot as Vale Queiroz controls the action. #T1#
Gonzalez goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz throws a punch but it's blocked by Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Gonzalez controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gonzalez's elbow.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Gonzalez controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gonzalez lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gonzalez backwards.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gonzalez backwards.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Gonzalez's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Gonzalez's gas tank.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Vale Queiroz in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.#T2#
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gonzalez's elbow.
Gonzalez lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
Gonzalez digs a right hand underneath Vale Queiroz's ribcage. Vale Queiroz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Gonzalez blocks a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Gonzalez lands a right hand that snaps the head of Vale Queiroz backwards.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Gonzalez avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Gonzalez throws a head punch that misses.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gonzalez misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Gonzalez controls the action.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch on the inside.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Gonzalez's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Gonzalez's gas tank.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Gonzalez backwards. #T3#
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Gonzalez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz avoids the elbow strike from Gonzalez, against the cage.
Gonzalez swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Gonzalez blocks it.
Vale Queiroz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
A left hand lands to the body for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with the head strike.
Gonzalez slows down the pace here.
Gonzalez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vale Queiroz prevents a body shot from Gonzalez.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Gonzalez blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Gonzalez.
A body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vale Queiroz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vale Queiroz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice uppercut.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gonzalez.
A head punch on the inside from Gonzalez fails to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A hook to the body from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Gonzalez throws a head punch that misses.
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Erasmo Vale Queiroz's cut.
That's time! Gonzalez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Gonzalez misses with a hook
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice uppercut.
A shot to the body from Gonzalez misses
and Vale Queiroz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gonzalez misses with a lunging right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Gonzalez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vale Queiroz.
Gonzalez misses with a right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Gonzalez chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Vale Queiroz can pounce on him.
Gonzalez avoids a kick to the body.
Gonzalez misses with a series of wild punches.
A jab from Vale Queiroz misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Vale Queiroz.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vale Queiroz connects with a jab.
Gonzalez needs to keep his hands up - Vale Queiroz had a free shot at his head there.
Shaun Gonzalez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circling - Vale Queiroz throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1##KD2#
Vale Queiroz drops Gonzalez with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Gonzalez looks back up at him and smiles so Vale Queiroz waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#Gonzalez is rocked!
Vale Queiroz cracks Gonzalez with a hook to the temple - Gonzalez is on wobbly legs here! Vale Queiroz swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Gonzalez falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Vale Queiroz wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
A relieved looking Erasmo Vale Queiroz 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: HFC 22: Mamed vs Tintley 2
Date: Aug 03, 2022

#R1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Vale Queiroz.
Davidson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jab, jab by Vale Queiroz - just one landing. #CUT#It looks like Paul Davidson has been cut.
Vale Queiroz scores with a punch to the head.
Davidson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Vale Queiroz throws a counter high kick but Davidson was just alert enough to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz lands a front kick.
We've been told by Vale Queiroz's head coaches at FIST OF FURY that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Davidson is defended easily by Vale Queiroz.
Davidson tries for a takedown but Vale Queiroz circles away easily
and Vale Queiroz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Davidson.
Davidson looks winded!
Vale Queiroz uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Davidson has time to react.
An inside leg kick lands from Vale Queiroz.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Davidson fails with the takedown
and Vale Queiroz counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Our winner, Erasmo Vale Queiroz, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: IMMAC 3: Young Guns
Date: Jun 11, 2022

#R1#
Shark throws the left hand but Vale Queiroz avoids the punch easily.
Shark scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Shark swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vale Queiroz flicks out a counter leg kick but Shark steps away.
Nice cross by Shark.
Vale Queiroz takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CUT#It looks like Erasmo Vale Queiroz has been cut.
Shark cracks Vale Queiroz with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Vale Queiroz with a nice calf kick.
Shark misses with a body shot.
Shark throws a lazy right hand but Vale Queiroz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Shark misses with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz counters with a body kick.
Shark misses with a body shot.
Shark thows a left - swing and a miss!
Shark misses with a left hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a slapping leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shark stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Shark misses with an uppercut
and Vale Queiroz counters with an inside leg kick.
Shark is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T1#
Shark fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Shark misses with a left hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Shark throws a lazy uppercut
and Vale Queiroz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Shark misses with a lunging right hand
and Vale Queiroz counters with a low kick, right behind Shark 's knee.
Shark is breathing heavily.
Shark throws a lazy uppercut
and Vale Queiroz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC2#Shark is rocked!
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the strikes.
Vale Queiroz turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Shark rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Vale Queiroz to counter with a crisp jab.
Oh Shark is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Shark throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vale Queiroz appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Shark seems to have got his legs back now.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Shark, as that shot connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A low kick lands for Vale Queiroz.
Shark rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vale Queiroz counters with a left to the body.
Vale Queiroz digs a good hook to Shark's body.
Shark is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T2#
Shark jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vale Queiroz lands a leg kick that knocks Shark off balance momentarily.
Vale Queiroz paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Shark jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Shark misses with an uppercut.
And Vale Queiroz responds with a good body kick, but Shark manages to step out the way in time.#KD2#
Vale Queiroz drops Shark with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Shark looks back up at him and smiles so Vale Queiroz waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Good shot there by Shark.
Shark gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Vale Queiroz gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Shark is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
During a confident post fight interview, Erasmo Vale Queiroz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: BBWW 4
Date: Apr 17, 2022

#R1#
Bond throws a hook but Vale Queiroz avoids it easily.
Bond throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bond has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bond.
Bond looks to throw a body kick
and Vale Queiroz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bond goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bond throws a leg kick that is checked
and Vale Queiroz counters with a nice leg kick.
Vale Queiroz throws an overhand right that lands on Bond's shoulder, as Bond tries to avoid the shot.
Bond misses with a hook.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook. Bond ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bond takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big right from Bond misses.
It seemed like Vale Queiroz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bond looks to land a right hand but Vale Queiroz moved out of range.
Bond goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bond moves out of range as Vale Queiroz throws a body kick. #T1#
Vale Queiroz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bond moves away.
Vale Queiroz takes a swing at Bond's ribcage but misses.
Bond scores with a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bond is out of range.
As Vale Queiroz backs away, Bond returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Bond uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vale Queiroz.
Bond throws a hook but Vale Queiroz avoids it easily.
Bond gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vale Queiroz.
Bond misses the jab.
Vale Queiroz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bond throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Vale Queiroz counters with a stiff right hand.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Vale Queiroz lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bond has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bond and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bond is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Vale Queiroz's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
A good leg kick by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws out a loose jab but Bond uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Bond swings for the body but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Bond ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bond uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz missing with a left hand there. Bond was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Good leg kick by Bond.
Vale Queiroz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vale Queiroz moves away from the strike by Bond.
Bond ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bond avoids the body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Bond counters with a straight right hand.
Bond throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Vale Queiroz makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bond really felt that one!
Vale Queiroz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bond connects with a leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Vale Queiroz 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 9:10
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 9:10
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 9:10

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
Our winner, Erasmo Vale Queiroz, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: BBW
Date: Apr 08, 2022

#R1#
Remington takes a swing at Vale Queiroz's ribcage but misses.
The fighters circling - Vale Queiroz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Vale Queiroz checks a leg kick.
Vale Queiroz throws the kick towards the body but Remington avoids it.
Remington uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz blocks a low kick nicely.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Vale Queiroz lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Remington has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Remington and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Vale Queiroz throws a hook to the side of Remington's head but Remington sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vale Queiroz throws a push kick but Remington slaps the foot to one side.
Remington dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vale Queiroz. That did some damage!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range of the body kick from Remington.
Remington connects with a solid leg kick.
Vale Queiroz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Vale Queiroz looks to score with a jab to the body but Remington is just out of range.
Vale Queiroz motions for Remington to come forward. Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Remington misses with an uppercut.
Remington misses with an uppercut. Vale Queiroz saw that one coming.
Remington chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Vale Queiroz can pounce on him.
Vale Queiroz moves out of range as Remington strikes.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Vale Queiroz.
Remington lands a nice hook to Vale Queiroz's body. Vale Queiroz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Vale Queiroz tries a low kick but Remington avoids it.
Remington throws a body punch but Vale Queiroz moves out of range.
Remington throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vale Queiroz is trying to counter with his kicks.
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Vale Queiroz throws a lazy right hand but Remington sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vale Queiroz misses with a low kick as Remington jumps back.
Vale Queiroz checks a leg kick.#T2#
Vale Queiroz throws a leg kick that misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a looping right.
Remington misses the shot to the body.
Remington lands a leg kick that knocks Vale Queiroz off balance momentarily.
Vale Queiroz throws a solid leg kick but Remington takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Vale Queiroz.
A big left from Remington misses.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook. Remington ducked under it nicely.
Remington throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A countering left hand to the body from Vale Queiroz misses.
Vale Queiroz pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Vale Queiroz catches Remington with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Vale Queiroz moves out of range as Remington throws a body kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Vale Queiroz misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Vale Queiroz.
Remington avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Vale Queiroz throws a body punch but Remington moves out of range.
Remington appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Erasmo Vale Queiroz.
Well Vale Queiroz 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 9:10
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 9:10
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 10:9

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Erasmo Vale Queiroz!
A very excited looking Erasmo Vale Queiroz made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

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