Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: BE 6: Smithers vs Axelsen
Date: Mar 22, 2024

#R1#
Strand throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Chenevert.
Strand lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Chenevert closes the distance and clinches.
Chenevert misses with a knee strike.
Chenevert tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Strand prevents a body shot from Chenevert.
Strand tries to circle away but Chenevert has him pinned against the ropes.
A head punch on the inside from Chenevert fails to land.
Chenevert misses with a hook from the clinch.
Chenevert lands a left hand.
Chenevert tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Strand blocks a body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left hand lands to the body for Chenevert.
Strand wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Chenevert has him pressed against the ropes.
Chenevert throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Strand blocks it with crossed arms.
Strand is leaning against Chenevert and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Strand has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Strand blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Strand looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Chenevert tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chenevert tries to land knees in the clinch but Strand avoids the damage to the body.
Chenevert misses with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Strand escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Strand waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chenevert.
Chenevert moves out of range of the strikes.
Strand is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a half hearted mid kick.
Strand looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Chenevert throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Chenevert displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Strand throws out the jab.
Strand misses with a leg kick.
Strand misses with a hook.#CL#
Chenevert rushes Strand and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Chenevert lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Strand has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Chenevert seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Strand can turn it around.
Chenevert tries to work over Strand's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Strand wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Chenevert has him pressed against the ropes.
Strand blocks a body shot from Chenevert. #T2#
Chenevert prevents Strand from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Strand's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Chenevert turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL#
Chenevert moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Strand breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chenevert swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chenevert swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strand throws a wild body kick that Chenevert sees coming a mile off.
Chenevert throws a quick inside leg kick.
Chenevert pivots, looking for a leg kick but Strand is out of range and Chenevert settles back down.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Strand.
We've been told by Chenevert's head coaches at Xtreme Black House that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Strand lands a glancing blow to the side of Chenevert's head.
Strand misses with a combination
and Chenevert counters with a left to the body.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Strand.
Chenevert feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Strand circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Strand gets tackled into the ropes by Chenevert. Chenevert maintains the clinch. #T3#
Strand blocks an uppercut.
Strand is trying to push Chenevert away but Chenevert has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Chenevert tries a knee to the head but Strand blocks it. #BC2#
Strand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A slow jab from Strand misses its intended target.
Chenevert moves out of range of the strikes.
Strand is looking to land body kicks.
Chenevert appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Chenevert throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Strand misses with a straight left.
Chenevert tries to close the distance and clinch up but Strand swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Strand misses with a double jab
and Chenevert counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Strand wants to slow Chenevert down by chopping away at his legs.
Chenevert throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Chenevert is looking to wear down Strand with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Chenevert tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Chenevert wants to clinch.
Strand looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Strand swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strand misses with a jab to the body
and Chenevert counters with a left and a right that stings Strand.
Chenevert throws a hook to the side of Strand's head but Strand sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chenevert is looking to clinch but Strand is avoiding it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strand cracks Chenevert with a good jab.#CUT2#It looks like Nazaire Chenevert has been cut.
Strand lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Strand stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Strand misses with a straight right.
Strand circles away from the clinch attempt.
Chenevert bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Strand throws a sloppy head kick and Chenevert moves out of range easily.
Chenevert connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A lazy body kick from Chenevert
and Strand counters with a straight right hand.
Strand misses with a right hand
and Chenevert counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Strand scores with a three punch combo! #T5#
Strand thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chenevert throws a leg kick which misses Strand's front leg but catches the back leg as Strand tries to avoid it.
Strand throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Chenevert counters with a straight right hand.
Chenevert throws a wild body kick that Strand sees coming a mile off.
Strand was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Chenevert looks to score with a jab to the body but Strand is just out of range.
Chenevert tries to close the distance and clinch but Strand swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Strand cracks Chenevert with a good jab.
Strand uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chenevert.
Chenevert looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Strand takes one on the button.
Strand looks to land a body kick but Chenevert moved away.
Chenevert ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chenevert explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chenevert appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Chenevert with a nice cross.
Strand missing with a left hand there. Chenevert was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T6#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circling - Strand throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good work by Chenevert as he checks the leg kick.
Chenevert is looking to counter with a body kick.
Chenevert connects with a body shot.
Chenevert tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Strand paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nice shot lands for Strand.
Strand misses the jab.
Strand stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Chenevert.
Strand misses with a left hand
and Chenevert counters with an outside leg kick.
Chenevert misses with a straight left.
A jab lands there for Strand.
Strand avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
An inside leg kick from Chenevert misses.
Good work by Chenevert as he checks the leg kick.
Chenevert appears to be looking for a big counter.
Chenevert darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Strand is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a body kick that misses.
Chenevert connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T7#
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Strand thows a left - swing and a miss!
Strand with a nice calf kick.
Strand keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Strand throws a low kick but it's checked well by Chenevert.
Chenevert thumps Strand with a low kick.
Chenevert slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Chenevert throws a head kick that misses
and Strand counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
An inside leg kick from Strand misses.
Chenevert moves out of range of the body kick.
Chenevert connects with a leg kick.
Chenevert swings for the body but Strand moves out of range.
Strand misses with a hook.
Strand throws a lazy right hand but Chenevert sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Strand throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chenevert connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Strand's hands.#T8#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chenevert slips a jab from Strand.
Chenevert connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Strand's hands.
Chenevert keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chenevert appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Strand throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chenevert counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Strand fakes the leg kick and cracks Chenevert in the body. #CL#
Chenevert moves into the clinch.
Chenevert tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Strand's elbow.
Strand is trying to break the clinch but Chenevert is controlling him.
Still in the clinch, Chenevert scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Strand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Chenevert cracks Strand with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Chenevert throws a leg kick but Strand sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strand moves away.
Strand lands an overhand right.
A low kick lands for Chenevert.
Strand throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T9#
Some bone on bone action there as Chenevert checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Strand throws a shot from downtown. Chenevert moves away and avoids it.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strand moves away.
Chenevert misses with a low kick.
Chenevert scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Strand checks a leg kick nicely.
Strand throws a lazy right hand but Chenevert sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chenevert goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Chenevert moves into range and connects with a jab.
Chenevert lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Chenevert swings for the body but Strand moves out of range.
Chenevert scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL#
Chenevert gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Strand wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Strand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Chenevert ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Chenevert connects with a crisp jab.
Good exchange - Chenevert coming out on top.
Chenevert is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Strand can do to turn this around?
Strand looks to throw the jab but Chenevert is out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Chenevert. That's going to slow Strand down.
Strand takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Strand's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Chenevert takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Chenevert throws a poor cross that misses
and Strand counters with a nice uppercut.
Chenevert lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Strand fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Chenevert on the side of the head.
A big left from Strand misses.
Strand misses with a kick to the body
and Chenevert counters with a right hand to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Strand misses with a jab, cross combination.
Chenevert was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Strand misses with a hook. Chenevert ducked under it nicely.
A quick step to the side and Chenevert tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice uppercut there from Strand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Strand.
Chenevert scores with a hook.#T1#
Chenevert cracks Strand with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Strand.
Strand looks to score with a jab to the body but Chenevert is just out of range.
Chenevert appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Strand thows a left - swing and a miss!
Strand throws out a loose jab but Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strand tries to score with a low kick but Chenevert moves his leg out of the way.
Chenevert throws a quick counter head kick but Strand was just out of range.
Chenevert lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Strand at a distance.
Chenevert fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strand manages to avoid it.
Strand avoids a punch combination nicely.
Strand throws out a leg kick but Chenevert moves out of range and Strand only half commits.
Strand throws a right and a left that both miss.
Strand scores with a head kick.
Strand tries a low kick but Chenevert avoids it.
Strand misses the jab.
Chenevert has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Strand finds it's way round the side to connect with Chenevert's head. #T2#
Strand throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Chenevert instigates a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch on the inside from Chenevert fails to land.
Strand blocks a body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert scores with a nice hook to the head.
Chenevert throws a knee to the head but misses.
Chenevert swings wildly with an uppercut but Strand uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strand has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Chenevert swings wildly with an uppercut but Strand uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Strand breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Strand with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A lazy left from Strand finds it's target.
Good exchange - Chenevert coming out on top.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Strand.
Chenevert with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T3#
Strand throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Chenevert connects with a single shot there.
Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strand.
Strand throws a low kick but it's checked well by Chenevert.
Strand thows a leg kick but Chenevert checks it
and Chenevert counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Strand uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chenevert.
Chenevert dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Strand. That did some damage!
Strand pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chenevert uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Strand.
A little feinted left hand from Chenevert on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Chenevert chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Strand has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Strand circles away from the clinch attempt.
Chenevert slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheers as Chenevert lands an impressive looking overhand right. Strand doesn't seem phased though.
Strand throws a lazy body kick
and Chenevert counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Strand misses with a body punch
and Strand takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chenevert waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strand.
Strand looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Left hook, right uppercut from Strand.
Chenevert slips a jab from Strand.
Strand shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A shot in the inside from Chenevert.
Strand is trying to break the clinch but Chenevert is controlling him.
Strand wants to break free but Chenevert has control.
Chenevert looking to throw knees to the head but Strand is blocking nicely.
Chenevert struggles to land a body shot inside as Strand controls his hands.
Nazaire Chenevert has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Strand is trying to break free.#BC2#
Strand breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chenevert feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Strands jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Chenevert looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chenevert throws a head kick but Strand moves out of range.
Strand uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T5#
Strand tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Chenevert is able to avoid easily.
That kick from Chenevert tenderised Strand's leg. Strand is trying to keep his angry face on.
Strand throws a big shot that misses.
Strand misses with a low kick.
Chenevert lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Strand swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Strand throws a looping overhand right but Chenevert ducks down to avoid it.
Strand is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chenevert.
A quick step to the side and Chenevert tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Strand buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Strand feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Cheneverts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CL#
Chenevert rushes Strand and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Chenevert misses with a body punch.
Strand can't break the clinch.
Strand is trying to force a seperation but Chenevert has the dominant position.
Chenevert misses with a knee strike.
Chenevert tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T6#
Chenevert using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Strand has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Strand wants to break free but Chenevert has control.
Chenevert misses with a knee strike.
Chenevert fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Strand escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Chenevert misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Chenevert.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chenevert throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Chenevert buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Chenevert throws an off balance right hand
and Strand cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Chenevert walks into a straight right hand from Strand.
Strand misses with a body kick.
Chenevert staying out of range there.
Strand takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Strand stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Chenevert.#T7#
Chenevert uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Strand.
Strand throws a lazy uppercut
and Chenevert counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Chenevert.
Chenevert tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Strand avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Strand connects with a nice looking jab.
Strand looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Strand ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chenevert moves away.
Strand on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Chenevert slips under a jab from Strand.
Chenevert was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Strand swings for the body but Chenevert moves out of range.
Chenevert keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Strand swats away the attempt to clinch by Chenevert.
Victor Strand seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Strand looks to throw the jab but Chenevert is out of range. #T8#
Strand misses with a low kick.
Chenevert on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Strand throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Strand scores with a shot to the body.
Chenevert fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strand manages to avoid it.
Strand looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Chenevert takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Strand swings widly with a right hand
and Chenevert counters with a straight right hand.
Strand lands with a thumping leg kick.
Chenevert scores with a body shot.
Chenevert scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Chenevert smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Chenevert misses with a hook
and Strand counters with a straight right hand.
A low kick from Strand is predictable there
and Chenevert counters with a left to the body.
Strand has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Chenevert finds it's way round the side to connect with Strand's head.
Chenevert tries a low kick but Strand avoids it.#T9#
Strand lunges at Chenevert with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Chenevert's hand.
Chenevert lands with a nice body punch.
Strand swings widly with a right hand
and Chenevert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A head kick misses from Strand.
Chenevert seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Chenevert throws a good cross that connects.
Strand tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chenevert was well out of range. Poor timing from Strand.
Strand takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Strand throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Chenevert is looking to counter with head kicks.
Strand throws out a loose jab but Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chenevert scores with a spinning back kick!
Chenevert throws an overhand right that lands on Strand's shoulder, as Strand tries to avoid the shot.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strand moves away.
Nice cross by Chenevert.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Strand throws an off balance right hand
and Chenevert counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strand looks to land a left hand but Chenevert moved out of range nicely.
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 Nazaire Chenevert will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Chenevert lunges at Strand with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Strand's hand.
Strand takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Chenevert throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Strand stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Strand throws a low kick but it's checked well by Chenevert.
Strand looks to score with a jab to the body but Chenevert is just out of range.
Strand cracks Chenevert with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Strand rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chenevert counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Chenevert scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Strand scores with a hook.
Strand keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strand thows a leg kick but Chenevert checks it
and Chenevert counters with a leg kick.
Chenevert misses with an uppercut.
Strand throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Chenevert lands with a good body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strand misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
Strand misses with a head kick.
Chenevert scores with a crisp jab that stopped Strand in his tracks.
Strand takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Strand sizes up Chenevert with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Chenevert throws a quick inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Strand throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Strand misses with an uppercut.
Chenevert slips a jab from Strand.
Chenevert lands a nice looking body shot.
Chenevert feints a jab promting Strand to slip. Chenevert then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Strand slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Chenevert takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chenevert scores with a three punch combo!
Chenevert tries to land a front kick but Strand steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Strand works the jab nicely.#T2#
Chenevert throws a leg kick
and Strand makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Chenevert misses with a body kick.
Strand throws a front kick aimed at Chenevert's knee but Chenevert avoids it well.
Strand slips a straight right by Chenevert.
Strand swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Chenevert avoids the head kick by Strand.
Strand throws a lazy right hand but Chenevert sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chenevert thinks about countering with a body kick.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Strand.
Chenevert thinks about countering with a body kick.
Strand avoids a kick to the body.
Strand swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Chenevert throws a predictable looking body shot
and Strand counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chenevert misses with a body kick.
Strand with a hook.
Chenevert throws a body shot but no joy.
Chenevert swings widly with a right hand
and Strand counters with a slapping leg kick.
Strand ducks under a wild hook from Chenevert.
Chenevert avoids the head kick by Strand. #T3#
Chenevert tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strand was well out of range. Poor timing from Chenevert.
Strand throws a series of punches but Chenevert avoids them all with ease.
Chenevert displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Strand throws out the jab.
Strand sizes up Chenevert with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Strand jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strand takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Strand misses with a left hand
and Chenevert counters with a solid body kick. #CL#
Chenevert clinches up with Strand and pushes him back against the ropes.
Strand wants to get back to striking at distance but Chenevert won't allow it.
Chenevert lands a body punch.
Strand takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chenevert missing with knees to the body.
Strand looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Chenevert tries to throw a body punch but Strand avoids it by throwing Chenevert back against the ropes.
Strand is trying to force a seperation but Chenevert has the dominant position.
Chenevert softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.#T4#
Chenevert trying to land knees to the body. #BC2#
Strand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Chenevert finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Strand misses with a straight right.
Chenevert cracks Strand with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chenevert throws a body kick that misses.
Strand throws out a counter right but Chenevert avoids it with no problem.
Chenevert 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.
Strand chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Strand ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chenevert lands a leg kick that knocks Strand off balance momentarily.
Strand misses with a low kick.
Chenevert lands a high kick!
Chenevert throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Strand throws a jab when Chenevert was well out of range.
Strand swats away the attempt to clinch by Chenevert.#T5#
Chenevert misses with a body shot.
Chenevert takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Strand takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Chenevert throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Strand stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Strand thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chenevert is looking for a counter combo.
Chenevert needs to keep his hands up - Strand had a free shot at his head there.
Chenevert steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strand.
Chenevert takes a swing at Strand's ribcage but misses.
It seemed like Strand was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Strand scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Strand has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Chenevert.
Chenevert takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Strand tries a low kick but Chenevert avoids it.
Strand throws a hook but Chenevert blocks it.
Chenevert throwing a counter right hand but Strand manages to avoid it.
Strand throws a leg kick that is checked
and Chenevert counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T6#
Nice defenses there by Chenevert.
Strand misses with a hook
and Chenevert counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strand tries a low kick but Chenevert avoids it.
Chenevert fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Strand.
A good leg kick by Strand.
Strand shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Chenevert eats them both and turns towards Strand to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Strand uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chenevert.
A telegraphed right hand from Strand misses the target.
Chenevert throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Chenevert lands a slapping body shot.
Strand keeps the fight on the outside.
Chenevert throws a low kick but Strand avoids it.
Strand pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Strand misses with a hook.
Strand throws a leg kick but Chenevert checks it.
Chenevert was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T7#
Chenevert 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.
Strand throws an overhand right that lands on Chenevert's shoulder, as Chenevert tries to avoid the shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Chenevert misses the target.#CL#
Chenevert clinches.
Strand is trying to break the clinch but Chenevert is controlling him.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chenevert.
Strand blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Strand has had enough of the clinch but Chenevert keeps him there for the moment.
Chenevert tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Strand's elbow.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC2#
Strand breaks the clinch.
Strand walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Strand pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chenevert tries to clinch but Strand moves out of range.
Strand avoids a punch combination nicely. #T8#
Chenevert showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Strand.
Strand throws a looping overhand right but Chenevert ducks down to avoid it.
Chenevert tries to clinch there but Strand circles away.
Strand throws a lazy uppercut
and Chenevert counters with a nice kick to the body.
Strand misses with a looping right.
Nice defenses there by Chenevert.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chenevert shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Jab from Chenevert.
Strand throws a hook but Chenevert blocks it.
Strand drops his hands momentarily and Chenevert takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A decent looking cross lands there for Strand.
A big right from Strand misses.
Chenevert tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T9#
Strand uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chenevert.
Strand takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Strand lands a nice shot to the body.
Chenevert throws an overhand right that lands on Strand's shoulder, as Strand tries to avoid the shot.
A little jabbing left from Strand on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The fighters circling - Strand throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Chenevert closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A big right from Strand misses.
Chenevert tries to clinch up.
Chenevert moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Chenevert blocks a jab.
Chenevert staying out of range there.
Chenevert ducks right into an uppercut from Strand.
Strand lands a lovely overhand right.
Strand takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Strand misses with an uppercut
and Strand takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Nazaire Chenevert did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Chenevert displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Strand throws out the jab.
A good leg kick by Chenevert.
Chenevert moves out of range of the leg kick from Strand.
Strand jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chenevert fires out a quick counter leg kick but Strand just manages to avoid it.
Chenevert throws a head kick that misses.
Chenevert checks a leg kick.
Chenevert scores with a nice head shot.
Strand takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Strand takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A punch combination from Chenevert misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strand throws a leg kick that is checked
and Chenevert counters with a nice body shot.
Strand on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Chenevert tries to clinch up.
Strand only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Strand throws a big shot that misses.
Strand misses with a low kick.
As Strand looks to move away, Chenevert throws a big counter combo but Strand just gets out of the way.#T1#
A big left from Strand misses.
Chenevert throwing a counter right hand but Strand manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Strand.
Strand throws a leg kick that is checked
and Chenevert cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Strand uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chenevert.
Strand uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chenevert.
Chenevert is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Strand.
A head kick by Strand misses
and Chenevert counters with a right hand to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Strand.
Strand connects with a nice looking jab.
Strand moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Strand scores with a hook.
Chenevert misses with a hook
and Strand counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chenevert lands a nice leg kick that just misses Strand's sensitive parts.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Strand.
Strand throws a lazy uppercut
and Chenevert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Strand throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chenevert counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chenevert checks a leg kick.
Strand misses with an uppercut
and Chenevert counters with a body kick that stops Strand in his tracks momentarily.
Chenevert works the jab nicely.
Strand tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Strand fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL#
Chenevert forces Strand back against the ropes and clinches.
Strand is trying to break the clinch but Chenevert is controlling him.
Chenevert misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Strand.
Chenevert struggles to land a body shot inside as Strand controls his hands.
Strand is looking to break free of the clinch but Chenevert has double underhooks.
Strand is trying to force a seperation but Chenevert has the dominant position.#BC2#
Strand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Strand finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Chenevert throws a leg kick but Strand sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Strand looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Chenevert misses with a straight right.
Chenevert on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Strand walks forward, straight into a front kick from Chenevert.
Strand jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chenevert is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Strand uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chenevert.
Chenevert staying out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Strand misses the target.
Chenevert keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strand.
Strand throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Chenevert lands with a straight right. Strand didn't see that one coming.
Strand keeps the fight on the outside.
Chenevert with the inside leg kick.
Chenevert on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Chenevert scores with a kick to the body. #T4#
Strand misses with a few strikes there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strand throws a lazy uppercut
and Chenevert counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chenevert connects with a solid leg kick.
Strand misses with a low kick.
Chenevert was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Chenevert connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Chenevert throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Strand connects with an inside leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Strand.
Chenevert slips a straight right by Strand.
Strand throws a hook but Chenevert avoids it easily.
Chenevert works Strand's body with a nice hook.
Chenevert misses with an uppercut
enabling Strand to counter with a crisp jab.
Chenevert tries to clinch but Strand moves away
enabling Strand to counter with a crisp jab.
Chenevert slips under a jab.
As Strand backs away, Chenevert returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Chenevert lands with a good body shot.#T5#
Chenevert throws a front kick that sends Strand stumbling back into the ropes.
Nice body kick from Chenevert.
Chenevert moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Strand takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Chenevert wants to slow Strand down by chopping away at his legs.
Strand is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chenevert.
Chenevert looks to land a right hand but Strand moved out of range.
Strand lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Chenevert takes a jab right on the kisser.
The fighters circling - Strand throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A lazy left from Strand finds it's target.
Strand looks to land a right hand but Chenevert moved out of range.
Chenevert dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Strand. That did some damage!
Chenevert lands with a straight right. Strand didn't see that one coming.#T6#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chenevert uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Chenevert drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Chenevert lands a jab to the nose.
Strand misses with a looping left.
Chenevert throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Strand attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Strand takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Strand throws a shot from downtown. Chenevert moves away and avoids it.
Strand misses with a looping left.
Strand thows a left - swing and a miss!
Strand loads up on a big right hand but Chenevert slips the punch.
Strand slips under a jab.
Strand with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A jab from Strand does it's job there.
Strand connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T7#
Chenevert scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Strand uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chenevert.
Strand throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#CL#
Chenevert takes the fight into the clinch.
Strand is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Strand is trying to push Chenevert away but Chenevert has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Strand can't break the clinch.
Chenevert misses with a knee strike.
Chenevert looking to throw knees to the head but Strand is blocking nicely.
Chenevert misses with a hook from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Chenevert.
Chenevert misses with a short punch on the inside.
Chenevert fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Strand's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Strand tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T8#
Chenevert throws a half hearted mid kick.
Strand misses with a kick to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Strand misses the target.
Strand slips under a jab.
Strand keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Strand misses the jab.
Strand misses with a left hand
and Chenevert counters with a nice body kick.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Strand.
Chenevert was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Strand misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.
Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strand.
Chenevert is looking to counter punch.
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!
Strand lands a jab-cross combination.
A head kick misses from Chenevert.
Strand sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Strand throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chenevert sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chenevert has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Strand finds it's way round the side to connect with Chenevert's head. #T9#
Strand scores with a crisp jab that stopped Chenevert in his tracks.
The fighters circling - Strand throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Strand uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Chenevert has time to react.
Strand misses with an uppercut.
Strand throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A nice inside leg kick there by Chenevert. That's going to slow Strand down.
A lazy left from Chenevert finds it's target.
Chenevert scores with a body shot.
Chenevert lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CL#
Chenevert closes the distance and pushes Strand back into the ropes.
Chenevert lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Chenevert scores with a shot to the side of Strand's 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!#BC2#
Strand escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The fighters circle momentarily. Strand darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
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 Nazaire Chenevert will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Strand throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Chenevert to counter with a crisp jab.
Strand connects with a single shot there.
A big left from Chenevert misses.
Strand loads up on a big right hand but Chenevert slips the punch.
Strand scores with a nice strike.
Chenevert moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#ROC2#Chenevert is rocked!
A left lands for Chenevert.
Oh Chenevert is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Strand lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strand.
Chenevert seems to have got his legs back now.
Chenevert tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chenevert throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Strand stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Chenevert avoids the body shot from Strand.
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strand keeps the fight on the outside.
Strand buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Chenevert with a hook.
Strand gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Chenevert misses with a two punch combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strand. Chenevert does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice defenses there by Chenevert.
Good exchange - Strand coming out on top.
Strand throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chenevert sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chenevert throwing a counter right hand but Strand manages to avoid it.
Strand rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chenevert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chenevert scores with a nice head shot.
Strand throws a big shot that misses.
Chenevert scores with a nice strike.
Chenevert uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strand.
Chenevert scores with a hook to the body. Strand takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Strand throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chenevert cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Some bone on bone action there as Chenevert checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Chenevert connects with a looping right hand.
Strand chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Chenevert checks a low kick from Strand.
Chenevert thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Strand if he has to take too many more of those.
Strand throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chenevert sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Strand wants to slow Chenevert down by chopping away at his legs.
Strand walks into a jab.
Strand fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Chenevert is out of range.
Strand misses with a low kick.
Strand misses with a right hand
and Chenevert counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Strand lands with a nice body punch.
Chenevert keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strand.
A quick step to the side and Chenevert tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Chenevert clobbers Strand with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Strand is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Strand pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chenevert takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Chenevert throws a head kick but Strand moves out of range.
Chenevert tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Strand paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Chenevert is looking to clinch but Strand is avoiding it.
Strand rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chenevert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Strand tries a low kick but Chenevert avoids it.
A big right from Strand misses.
Strand lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Good standup being displayed there by Chenevert as he connects with a hook.
Chenevert fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Strand looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Chenevert fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Chenevert blocks a jab.
Chenevert chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T4#
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!
Strand throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Strand takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chenevert throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Strand sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Strand tries to move into range but Chenevert moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Strand misses the jab.
Strand ducks right into an uppercut from Chenevert.
Strand takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Chenevert staying out of range there.
Strand takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Chenevert instigates a clinch.
Strand is trying to push Chenevert away but Chenevert has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Chenevert struggles to land a body shot inside as Strand controls his hands.
Strand is trying to force a seperation but Chenevert has the dominant position.
Chenevert is working Strand over against the ropes.
Strand looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Strand wants to break the clinch but can't. #T5#
Chenevert softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Chenevert scores with a nice hook to the head.
Chenevert lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Strand tries to break the clinch but Chenevert is controlling the position.
Chenevert has Strand pressed against the ropes, preventing Strand from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Good body shot from Chenevert.
Strand is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Strand is trying to break free.
Strand wants to get back to striking at distance but Chenevert won't allow it.
Strand prevents a body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert prevents Strand from breaking the clinch.
Strand wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Chenevert has him pressed against the ropes.
A right handed body shot lands from Chenevert.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Chenevert lands a hook to the side of the head.
Strand is looking to break free of the clinch but Chenevert has double underhooks.
Chenevert digs a right hand underneath Strand's ribcage. Strand let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T6#
Chenevert tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Chenevert scores with a shoulder strike.
Strand blocks a body shot from Chenevert.
Strand wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Chenevert has him pressed against the ropes.
Strand is trying to break the clinch but Chenevert is controlling him.
Chenevert makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Chenevert tries to land knees in the clinch but Strand avoids the damage to the body. #BC2#
Strand breaks from the clinch.
Strand circles away from the clinch attempt.
Chenevert digs a good body shot into Strand's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chenevert throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Decent striking displayed by Chenevert there.
Strand ducks under a wild hook from Chenevert.
Chenevert ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Strand needs to keep his hands up - Chenevert had a free shot at his head there.
Victor Strand has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T7#
Chenevert keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strand.#CL#
Chenevert moves into range and clinches up with Strand.
Chenevert is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Strand is defending well for now.
Chenevert tries a body shot but Strand blocks it.
Chenevert missing with knees to the body.
Strand is trying to break the clinch but Chenevert is controlling him.
Chenevert tries a body shot but Strand blocks it.
Chenevert connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Victor Strand has been cut.
Chenevert utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#BC2#
Strand breaks from the clinch.
Strand looks to throw the jab but Chenevert is out of range.
Strand is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Strand looks to land a combination but Chenevert avoids it well.
Chenevert chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Strand can pounce on him.
Chenevert scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Chenevert connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T8#
Strand listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strand throws a looping overhand right but Chenevert ducks down to avoid it.
Strand throws a leg kick that is checked
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Strand.
A big right from Strand misses.
Strand fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Chenevert has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Chenevert fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Strand on the side of the head.
Nazaire Chenevert is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Strand moves out of range of the body kick from Chenevert.
Chenevert uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strand.
Chenevert connects with a body shot.
Strand throws out a leg kick but Chenevert moves out of range and Strand only half commits.
Strand walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Chenevert checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #CL#
Chenevert closes the distance and pushes Strand back into the ropes.
Strand is looking to break free of the clinch but Chenevert has double underhooks. #T9#
Strand working hard to break the clinch.
Chenevert has Strand pressed against the ropes, preventing Strand from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Strand breaks from the clinch.
Strand missing with a left hand there. Chenevert was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chenevert slips under a jab from Strand.
Strand takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Strand on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Strand throws a shot from downtown. Chenevert moves away and avoids it.
Chenevert takes a swing at Strand's ribcage but misses.
Chenevert looks to throw the jab but Strand is out of range.
Strand takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Strand closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Chenevert staying out of range there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nazaire Chenevert showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chenevert 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 Winston Howard scores the fight for Nazaire Chenevert!
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight for Nazaire Chenevert!
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight for Nazaire Chenevert!

Nazaire Chenevert wins by unanimous decision!
Nazaire Chenevert retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Nazaire Chenevert 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: BE 5: Smithers vs Bronson 2
Date: Mar 08, 2024

#R1#
Sadaval looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Sadaval 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.
Chenevert finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sadaval fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Horacio Sadaval.
Sadaval shoots in for a double leg but Chenevert sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Chenevert lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Good shot there by Chenevert.
Sadaval fails with the takedown
and Chenevert counters with a low kick, right behind Sadaval 's knee.
Sadaval darts in looking for a takedown but Chenevert gets double underhooks and turns Sadaval into the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chenevert throws a hook but Sadaval blocks it.
Chenevert getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Chenevert throws a shot to the body.
Chenevert looks to score with a jab to the body but Sadaval is just out of range.
Chenevert throws the kick towards the body but Sadaval avoids it.
And Sadaval tries to counter it with a takedown but Chenevert pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sadaval.#T1#
Chenevert goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Chenevert misses with a leg kick.
A slow jab from Chenevert misses its intended target.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sadaval is defended easily by Chenevert.
Sadaval takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Chenevert works the jab nicely.
Sadaval shoots in looking for a takedown but Chenevert manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sadaval's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
We've been told by Chenevert's head coaches at Xtreme Black House that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Chenevert misses with an attempted mid kick.
Chenevert swings for the body but Sadaval moves out of range.
Sadaval goes for a double leg but Chenevert avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Chenevert continues to drive forward.
Chenevert throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sadaval avoids it.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sadaval will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T2#
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sadaval moves away.
Chenevert stuffs the takedown.
Sadaval goes for a double leg but Chenevert avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Chenevert continues to drive forward.
Sadaval fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert avoids it really well and circles away.
Chenevert looks to land a body kick but Sadaval moved away.
A slow jab from Chenevert misses its intended target.
Chenevert throws a right hand that Sadaval ducks under and follows up with a left that Sadaval also avoids with ease.
Chenevert jabs at Sadaval's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sadaval misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sadaval tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Chenevert paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sadaval takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Chenevert scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sadaval tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Chenevert paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T3#
Sadaval fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sadaval.
Chenevert keeps the fight on the outside.
Chenevert takes a swing at Sadaval's ribcage but misses.
Chenevert keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Chenevert fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Chenevert scores with a head kick. Sadaval tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Nazaire Chenevert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sadaval throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Chenevert's waist but Chenevert gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sadaval off to one side.
Chenevert swats away the attempt to clinch by Sadaval.
Chenevert throws a leg kick but Sadaval moved away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sadaval. #T4#
Sadaval takes one to the chin there.
Chenevert with the inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Chenevert throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sadaval.
Chenevert lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Sadaval shoots in and bounces Chenevert off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sadaval wants to control from the top but Chenevert keeps moving.
Chenevert wants to stand and escape but Sadaval is having none of it.
Chenevert seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T5#
Sadaval trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sadaval missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Chenevert pulls Sadaval in close to prevent any damage.
Sadaval wants to control from the top but Chenevert keeps moving.
Chenevert is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sadaval is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Chenevert tries to score with a low kick but Sadaval moves his leg out of the way.
Sadaval shoots for a double leg takedown but Chenevert sprawls well. He's pushed Sadaval's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Chenevert looks to throw the jab but Sadaval is out of range. #T6#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sadaval blocks a leg kick.
Sadaval changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Chenevert tries to avoid it but Sadaval manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Chenevert to the ground. Chenevert escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Chenevert throws a low kick but Sadaval avoids it.
Sadaval misses with a takedown attempt - Chenevert sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a hook to the side of Sadaval's head but Sadaval sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD2#
Sadaval closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Chenevert to the mat! Chenevert manages to get full guard.
Sadaval is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Chenevert is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Chenevert is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Chenevert being controlled here, momentarily. #T7#
Chenevert not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chenevert avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sadaval trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Sadaval throwing strikes from guard but Chenevert blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Chenevert looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Chenevert connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jab by Chenevert.
No luck for Sadaval with that takedown attempt.
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A low kick lands for Chenevert. #T8#
Sadaval staying out of range there.
Chenevert swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sadaval is defended easily by Chenevert.
Chenevert appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#TD2#
Chenevert gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Chenevert looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sadaval loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sadaval trying to control the position from guard on top but Chenevert is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sadaval being controlled here momentarily. #T9#
Sadaval throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Chenevert keeping moving, preventing Sadaval from controlling successfully.
Sadaval trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Chenevert looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sadaval is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sadaval tries to clinch but Chenevert is having none of it.
Chenevert smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Chenevert throws a lazy right hand but Sadaval sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chenevert throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Sadaval's head.
Chenevert misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Chenevert swings for the body but Sadaval moves out of range.
A clash of legs there as Sadaval blocks the low kick.
Sadaval looks for a takedown but Chenevert sprawls well.
Chenevert throws a body shot but no joy.
Sadaval ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A chopping leg kick lands by Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chenevert lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sadaval fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chenevert leaves Sadaval with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Horacio Sadaval.
Nice jab there from Chenevert. #T1#
Chenevert tries to move into range but Sadaval moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Chenevert appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Chenevert takes a swing at Sadaval's ribcage but misses.
Sadaval changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Chenevert tries to avoid it but Sadaval manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Chenevert to the ground. Chenevert escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Chenevert scores with a nice head shot.
Sadaval moves out of range of the body kick from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sadaval walks into a left hand.
Chenevert misses with a hook. Sadaval ducked under it nicely.
Sadaval shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Chenevert pinned against the ropes. Chenevert gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Chenevert looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sadaval feints the counter takedown.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Chenevert.
Chenevert is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sadaval can do to turn this around?
Sadaval dives in and grabs Chenevert's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chenevert pushes down on Sadaval's head and hops out.
Sadaval takes one on the button.#T2#
Chenevert scores with a spinning back kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sadaval avoids the body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sadaval tries to clinch up.
Sadaval looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Chenevert with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Chenevert jabs Sadaval right on the nose. Sadaval blinks but takes it well.
Nice cross by Chenevert.
Chenevert defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sadaval.
Chenevert scores with a shot to the body.
Chenevert looks to score with a jab to the body but Sadaval is just out of range.
Chenevert lands a slapping body shot.
Chenevert leaves Sadaval with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T3#
A low kick lands for Chenevert.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense.
Chenevert pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chenevert thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sadaval shoots in looking for a takedown but Chenevert manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sadaval's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sadaval is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Sadaval clinches with his opponent.
Sadaval is trying to maintain a safe position but Chenevert gets an underhook and turns Sadaval into the ropes.
Sadaval tries to pull guard but Chenevert won't allow it.
Sadaval misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Chenevert pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Sadaval's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sadaval has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Chenevert finds it's way round the side to connect with Sadaval's head. #TD2#
Sadaval looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Chenevert wants to control but Sadaval is keeping busy. #T4#
Chenevert is not content to let Sadaval control the position.
Chenevert has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sadaval is working away from the top position though.
Chenevert is looking for a sweep. Sadaval is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chenevert blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sadaval.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chenevert trying to control here.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Chenevert tries to get to full guard but Sadaval has control of the leg. #T5#
Sadaval not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sadaval not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sadaval wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chenevert keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sadaval fails to land the takedown.
Chenevert lands with a straight right. Sadaval didn't see that one coming.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense.
Chenevert scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Chenevert getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sadaval shoots in but no luck this time.
Chenevert is looking to land body kicks.#T6#
Chenevert misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Chenevert as Sadaval shoots in.
Chenevert tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sadaval was well out of range. Poor timing from Chenevert.
Chenevert darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Chenevert throws a body shot but no joy.
Chenevert lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Chenevert lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chenevert keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Chenevert lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sadaval moves out of range as Chenevert strikes.
Sadaval is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T7#
Chenevert throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Sadaval's head.
Sadaval shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Chenevert pinned against the ropes. Chenevert gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Chenevert lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sadaval's sensitive parts.
Chenevert throws a lazy right hand but Sadaval sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sadaval dives in and grabs Chenevert's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chenevert pushes down on Sadaval's head and hops out.
Chenevert throws a hook but Sadaval avoids it easily.
Sadaval is looking to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chenevert. Sadaval does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chenevert moves forwards but Sadaval connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Chenevert fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sadaval on the side of the head.#T8#
Horrible takedown attempt by Sadaval or perhaps it was just good defense by Chenevert, which made it look bad.
Sadaval shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Chenevert pinned against the ropes. Chenevert gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD2#
Sadaval changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Chenevert looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sadaval wants to control but Chenevert is keeping him busy.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Chenevert struggling a bit here.
Chenevert dodges the ground and pound from Sadaval.#T9#
Sadaval tries to score with some ground and pound. Chenevert controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Chenevert is trying to get back to half guard.
Sadaval cracks Chenevert with a big elbow.
Chenevert tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sadaval wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sadaval wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chenevert keeps working.
Check out the look on Sadaval's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
An elbow from Sadaval crashes against the mat.
Chenevert is trying to improve his position.
Sadaval trying to control the position but Chenevert is working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Sadaval shoots in for a double leg but Chenevert sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Chenevert stuffs the takedown.
Sadaval fails with a takedown attempt.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Horacio Sadaval.
Sadaval tries for a takedown but Chenevert sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Chenevert is looking to counter punch.#TD2#
Sadaval shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Chenevert is trying to defend but Sadaval finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Chenevert is not content to let Sadaval control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chenevert is trying to stand up here but Sadaval is controlling him well.
Chenevert avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sadaval.
Sadaval not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Chenevert is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sadaval not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sadaval throwing shots but Chenevert is blocking nicely.
Chenevert is not content to let Sadaval control the position.
Chenevert taking some punishment here, with Sadaval in his half guard.
Chenevert wants to control but Sadaval is keeping busy.
Sadaval is looking to take a break and control but Chenevert is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Chenevert jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Chenevert lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nazaire Chenevert is winning the standup battle so far.
Sadaval closes this distance looking for a takedown but Chenevert circles away.
Chenevert misses with a straight right.
Chenevert lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sadaval closes the distance and clinches up with Chenevert, looking for a takedown. Sadaval pushes Chenevert against the ropes but Chenevert circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Chenevert is looking to counter punch.
Chenevert works the jab nicely.
Sadaval tries to move into range but Chenevert moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sadaval uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chenevert.
Sadaval has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Sadaval has a takedown stuffed.
Chenevert jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Sadaval throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Chenevert's waist but Chenevert gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sadaval off to one side.
Sadaval takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chenevert pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sadaval doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Chenevert to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Sadaval shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Chenevert pinned against the ropes. Chenevert gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Chenevert throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sadaval avoids it.
Chenevert throws an overhand right that lands on Sadaval's shoulder, as Sadaval tries to avoid the shot.
Sadaval avoids the head kick by Chenevert.
Sadaval is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Chenevert swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sadaval looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Chenevert connects with a right hand. Sadaval shakes it off.
Sadaval dives in and grabs Chenevert's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chenevert pushes down on Sadaval's head and hops out.
Sadaval ducks under a wild hook from Chenevert.#T4#
Sadaval looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Chenevert is fending him off so far but Sadaval persists. Nope, Chenevert circles away and we're back to standing.
Chenevert scores with a jab to the body.
Chenevert with a nice cross.
Chenevert lands a head kick!
Sadaval fails with a takedown attempt.
Sadaval fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert avoids it really well and circles away.
Nice shot lands for Chenevert.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sadaval shoots in but no luck this time. #T5#
Chenevert pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Chenevert lands with a nice body kick.
Chenevert lands with a good body shot.
Sadaval fails in his attempt to clinch.
Chenevert swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Chenevert lands a really nice looking cross but Sadaval seems unphased.
Sadaval drops his hands momentarily and Chenevert takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL2#
Sadaval clinches with his opponent.
Chenevert blocks an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Chenevert.
A head punch on the inside from Sadaval fails to land.
Sadaval takes a knee to the side of the body.
Sadaval has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Chenevert lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Chenevert breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chenevert lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sadaval uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chenevert.
Sadaval slips under a jab from Chenevert.#T6#
Chenevert throws a low kick but Sadaval moves out of range easily.
Sadaval with the counter takedown but Chenevert avoids it easily.
Sadaval chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Chenevert can pounce on him.
Sadaval ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chenevert stuffs the takedown attempt from Sadaval. Sadaval gets slowly back to his feet.
Chenevert fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sadaval has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Chenevert throws a head kick that misses.
Chenevert scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Sadaval dives in and grabs Chenevert's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chenevert pushes down on Sadaval's head and hops out.
Chenevert defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sadaval.
Sadaval takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Chenevert connects with a body shot that sends Sadaval's belly button to the back.
Chenevert lands a leg kick that knocks Sadaval off balance momentarily.#T7#
A head kick from Chenevert lands but Sadaval takes it in his stride.
Sadaval with a lazy takedown attempt
and Chenevert connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chenevert dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chenevert lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sadaval uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chenevert.
Sadaval feints the counter takedown.
Sadaval goes for a double leg but Chenevert avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Chenevert continues to drive forward.
Chenevert stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Chenevert wants it to stay on the feet.
Chenevert lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sadaval has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sadaval there as he acknowledges the shot.
Chenevert cracks Sadaval with an open hand slap.
Sadaval looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Chenevert throws a wild body kick that Sadaval sees coming a mile off.
Sadaval dives in and grabs Chenevert's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chenevert pushes down on Sadaval's head and hops out.
Chenevert throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T8#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Both fighters circling a little - Chenevert finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Chenevert throws a lazy right hand but Sadaval sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chenevert throws a leg kick which misses Sadaval's front leg but catches the back leg as Sadaval tries to avoid it.
Sadaval is looking to clinch.
Chenevert darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sadaval closes this distance looking for a takedown but Chenevert circles away.
Chenevert stuffs the takedown attempt from Sadaval. Sadaval gets slowly back to his feet.
Chenevert turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Chenevert chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sadaval closes the distance and clinches up with Chenevert, looking for a takedown. Sadaval pushes Chenevert against the ropes but Chenevert circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Chenevert as he avoids it easily.
Good standup being displayed there by Chenevert as he connects with a hook.#T9#
Chenevert is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Chenevert lands with an uppercut that bounces Sadaval off the ropes and back into range.
Chenevert works the jab nicely.
Chenevert misses with a straight right.
Sadaval looks for a takedown but Chenevert sprawls well.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nice takedown defense from Chenevert. No joy for Sadaval on that attempt.
Sadaval shoots in but Chenevert avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sadaval avoids a kick to the body.
Chenevert fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sadaval on the side of the head.
Chenevert fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sadaval has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sadaval moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Sadaval looks for a takedown but Chenevert sprawls well.
A little feinted left hand from Chenevert on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Chenevert lands with a kick to the ribs. #TD2#
Sadaval closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Sadaval lands in his opponent's guard.

Chenevert is scooting his butt against the ropes and has managed to get back to his feet. Sadaval presses him back against the ropes, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD2#
Sadaval decides to pull guard.
Chenevert engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Chenevert wants to control from the top but Sadaval keeps moving. #T1#
Sadaval is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Sadaval is looking to stand back up but Chenevert counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Sadaval.
Chenevert takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Chenevert wants to take a breather but Sadaval is having none of it. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sadaval pushes Chenevert off looking to stand but Chenevert dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nice takedown defense from Chenevert. No joy for Sadaval on that attempt.
Sadaval is looking to clinch but Chenevert is avoiding it.
Sadaval moves out of range of the body kick from Chenevert.
Sadaval tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Chenevert avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Chenevert defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sadaval.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Horacio Sadaval.
Chenevert keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Chenevert tries to sprawl but Sadaval drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Sadaval is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Chenevert makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Chenevert.
Chenevert wants to stand up but Sadaval is controlling him. #T3#
Chenevert controls Sadaval momentarily but Sadaval frees himself.
Chenevert tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Horacio Sadaval has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sadaval missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Chenevert wants to stand and escape but Sadaval is having none of it.
Sadaval postures up in Chenevert's guard and throws a big left but Chenevert blocks it.
Sadaval trying to control but Chenevert is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Chenevert slaps away a takedown attempt from Sadaval, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Sadaval tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Chenevert manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sadaval will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Chenevert tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Chenevert connects with a jab.
Sadaval keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chenevert throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sadaval on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sadaval has a takedown stuffed.
Sadaval shoots for a takedown but Chenevert saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sadaval fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert avoids it really well and circles away.
Sadaval moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T5#
Sadaval looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Chenevert is fending him off so far but Sadaval persists. Nope, Chenevert circles away and we're back to standing.
Chenevert throws a quick counter kick to the body but Sadaval avoids it.
Sadaval moves in looking to clinch but Chenevert pushes him off.
Sadaval takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sadaval fails with the takedown.
Chenevert cracks Sadaval with an open hand slap.#CL2#
Sadaval closes the distance and clinches.
Chenevert prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sadaval wants to take the fight to the mat but Chenevert manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Chenevert goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chenevert looking to throw knees to the head but Sadaval is blocking nicely.
Sadaval tries to pull guard but Chenevert holds him up against the ropes and eventually Sadaval drops back down to his feet.
Sadaval goes for a takedown in the clinch but Chenevert prevents it. #T6#
Chenevert softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Chenevert gets underhooks to prevent Sadaval's takedown attempt.
Chenevert with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Chenevert struggles to land a body shot inside as Sadaval controls his hands.
Chenevert gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sadaval.
Sadaval lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sadaval wants to take the fight to the mat but Chenevert manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Chenevert lands with a right to the head.
Sadaval jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Chenevert walks away with a smile on his face. Sadaval gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Sadaval fails with an attempt to clinch.
Chenevert throwing a counter right hand but Sadaval manages to avoid it.
Chenevert getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Chenevert throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sadaval is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T7#
Chenevert lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Chenevert as Sadaval shoots in.
Chenevert half committed to a counter leg kick.
Sadaval fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Chenevert throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sadaval shoots in looking for a takedown. Chenevert tries to sprawl out of it but Sadaval keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Chenevert manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sadaval walks into a jab.
Sadaval gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Chenevert connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T8#
Chenevert lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sadaval's sensitive parts.
Nice takedown defense from Chenevert. No joy for Sadaval on that attempt.
Sadaval shoots in looking for a takedown. Chenevert tries to sprawl out of it but Sadaval keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Chenevert manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Chenevert throws a half hearted mid kick.
And Sadaval tries to counter it with a takedown but Chenevert pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sadaval is trying hard to land a takedown here. Chenevert sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Chenevert half committed to a counter leg kick.
Chenevert tries to land a front kick but Sadaval steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Chenevert connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sadaval's hands.
Chenevert looks to land a combination but Sadaval avoids it well.
Sadaval will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sadaval takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sadaval tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Chenevert defends well and Sadaval ends up having to push Chenevert into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T9#
Sadaval shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Chenevert defends it nicely.
Chenevert throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Sadaval fails to land the takedown.
Chenevert lands with a hook. Sadaval tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sadaval takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Chenevert throws a solid leg kick but Sadaval takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chenevert.
Good exchange - Chenevert coming out on top.
Sadaval tries to score a power double leg takedown but Chenevert sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sadaval somewhat.
It looked like Chenevert wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert had his way with Horacio Sadaval in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Chenevert lands a nice shot to the body.
Sadaval keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sadaval fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert avoids it really well and circles away.
Chenevert displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sadaval.
Chenevert throws a chopping leg kick but Sadaval manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Sadaval changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sadaval keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chenevert displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sadaval.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Horacio Sadaval.
Chenevert lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sadaval takes a step back to recover. #T1#
Sadaval gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Chenevert counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sadaval thinking.
Chenevert scores with a kick to the body.
Chenevert scores with a kick to the midsection.
Chenevert will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Chenevert sizes up Sadaval with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Chenevert misses the shot to the body.
Sadaval dives in and grabs Chenevert's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chenevert pushes down on Sadaval's head and hops out.
Chenevert jabs at Sadaval's body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sadaval is defended easily by Chenevert.
Nice sprawl there from Chenevert as Sadaval shoots in.
Sadaval closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T2#
Chenevert cracks Sadaval with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sadaval is looking to clinch but Chenevert is avoiding it.
Chenevert connects with a solid leg kick.
Chenevert throws a quick inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Sadaval shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Chenevert manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Sadaval lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Chenevert manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sadaval manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Sadaval is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Chenevert is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Chenevert stops Sadaval from standing up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Chenevert looks to land a combination but Sadaval avoids it well. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sadaval shoots in looking for a takedown but Chenevert manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sadaval's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sadaval tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Chenevert defends well and Sadaval ends up having to push Chenevert into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sadaval ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice takedown defense from Chenevert. No joy for Sadaval on that attempt.
Sadaval is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Chenevert lands a jab-cross combination.
Chenevert scores with a jab to the body.
Chenevert moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Sadaval throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Chenevert's waist but Chenevert gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sadaval off to one side.
Sadaval fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert avoids it really well and circles away.
Sadaval ducks under a wild hook from Chenevert.
Some bone on bone action there as Sadaval checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sadaval.
Chenevert went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T5#
Sadaval tries to score a power double leg takedown but Chenevert sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sadaval somewhat.
Sadaval has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Chenevert.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Chenevert.
Chenevert displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sadaval.
Sadaval closes the distance and clinches up with Chenevert, looking for a takedown. Sadaval pushes Chenevert against the ropes but Chenevert circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Chenevert was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sadaval or perhaps it was just good defense by Chenevert, which made it look bad.
Sadaval has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands a lovely overhand right.#T6#
Chenevert wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sadaval has his takedown stuffed
and Chenevert counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chenevert lands a two punch combo.
Chenevert lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sadaval dives in for a single leg takedown but Chenevert sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Chenevert tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sadaval was well out of range. Poor timing from Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a jab when Sadaval was well out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD2#
Sadaval changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Chenevert looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Chenevert is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Sadaval is controlling him well.
Chenevert can't do much from the bottom here.
Chenevert takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T7#
Sadaval throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Chenevert is not content to let Sadaval control the position.
The strikes coming from Sadaval are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Chenevert wants to get back to his feet.
Sadaval is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Chenevert is looking to reverse the position.
Sadaval working away.
Chenevert gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T8#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chenevert tries to kick Sadaval off but Sadaval keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Chenevert tries to roll over but Sadaval keeps him under control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Chenevert throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sadaval will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sadaval shoots in but Chenevert avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nazaire Chenevert is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense.
Sadaval tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Chenevert manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Chenevert jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Sadaval walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
It looked like Chenevert was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Horacio Sadaval has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chenevert displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sadaval.
Chenevert feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Chenevert stuffs the takedown attempt from Sadaval. Sadaval gets slowly back to his feet.
Chenevert jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T9#
The fighters circling - Chenevert throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sadaval takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chenevert throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Both fighters circling a little - Chenevert finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Sadaval shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Sadaval drives through with a takedown into guard.
Chenevert is looking to stand up but Sadaval isn't so interested in that idea.
Sadaval won't allow Chenevert to sweep him here.
Sadaval loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Chenevert wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nazaire Chenevert showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Chenevert, 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 Hugh Johnson scores the fight for Nazaire Chenevert!
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight for Nazaire Chenevert!
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight for Nazaire Chenevert!

Nazaire Chenevert wins by unanimous decision!
Nazaire Chenevert is the new middleweight champion!
Nazaire Chenevert seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Night Champions 4
Date: Dec 30, 2023

#R1#
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Strand.
Strand takes a swing at Chenevert's ribcage but misses.
A big left from Chenevert misses.
A head kick from Chenevert lands but Strand takes it in his stride.
Chenevert lands a nice shot that snaps Strand's head back.
A head kick by Strand misses
and Chenevert makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Chenevert keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strand.
Chenevert cracks Strand with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Strand ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chenevert moves away.
Chenevert half committed to a counter leg kick.
Chenevert swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strand.
Strand misses with a hook.
Chenevert loads up on a big right hand but Strand slips the punch.
Strand takes a swing at Chenevert's ribcage but misses.
Chenevert tried to counter with a leg kick but Strand avoided it.
A big left from Strand misses.
Strand lands an overhand right.#CUT2#It looks like Nazaire Chenevert has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strand tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Chenevert staying out of range there.
That kick from Chenevert tenderised Strand's leg. Strand is trying to keep his angry face on.
A jab from Strand misses.
Chenevert takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A nice leg kick from Chenevert, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chenevert avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chenevert was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Strand jabs Chenevert right on the nose. Chenevert blinks but takes it well.
Strand misses with a straight left.
Chenevert is looking to land body kicks.
Chenevert gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Strand.
Chenevert connects with a right hand. Strand shakes it off.
Strand throws a sloppy head kick
and Chenevert counters with a low kick, right behind Strand 's knee.
Chenevert missing with a left hand there. Strand was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A low kick lands for Chenevert.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good shot there by Chenevert.
Chenevert walks into a stiff left hand from Strand.
Strand misses with a looping right.
Strand looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Strand takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T2#
Nice shot lands for Strand.
Nice defenses there by Chenevert.
Strand tries to work over Chenevert's front leg with a kick but Chenevert checks it.
Strand avoids the body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Strand manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The fighters circling - Strand throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Strand jabs Chenevert right on the nose. Chenevert blinks but takes it well.
Strand throws a jab when Chenevert was well out of range.
Strand throws a right hand that Chenevert ducks under and follows up with a left that Chenevert also avoids with ease.
Chenevert scores with a shot to the body.
Chenevert throws a front kick that sends Strand stumbling back into the cage.
Strand is looking to slow Chenevert down with leg kicks.
Strand scores with a jab. Chenevert acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chenevert swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Chenevert connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Strand's hands.
Strand throws an overhand right that lands on Chenevert's shoulder, as Chenevert tries to avoid the shot.
Strand looks to throw the jab but Chenevert is out of range. #T3#
Chenevert wants to land a leg kick but Strand is out of range.
Strand lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Strand throws an overhand right that lands on Chenevert's shoulder, as Chenevert tries to avoid the shot.
Strand avoids the body shot from Chenevert.
Strand lands a glancing blow to the side of Chenevert's head.
Chenevert slips under a jab.
Chenevert delivers a nice body kick.
Strand throws a nice outside leg kick.
Chenevert lands a lovely overhand right.
Strand staying out of range there.
Chenevert tries to clinch up.
It looks like Chenevert has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Chenevert cracks Strand with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Chenevert cracks Strand with a right hand to the side of the head.
Chenevert pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chenevert throws a quick inside leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Chenevert misses the target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chenevert waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strand.#T4#
Chenevert fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strand manages to avoid it.
Strand chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Chenevert takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A big right from Strand misses.
Strand slips under a jab.
Chenevert's jab looks to have found its range, popping Strand under the eye.
A nice inside leg kick there by Chenevert. That's going to slow Strand down.
Strand throws a right hand that Chenevert ducks under and follows up with a left that Chenevert also avoids with ease.
Strand misses with a hook. Chenevert ducked under it nicely.
A quick step to the side and Chenevert tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strand jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Chenevert throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Strand sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Strand has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Strand there as he acknowledges the shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The fighters circling - Strand throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Chenevert jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Chenevert lands a nice shot to the body.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strand moves away.
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 Nazaire Chenevert will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert's cut.
That's time! Chenevert's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Chenevert misses with a straight right.
Strand fails to land with a series of punches.
Chenevert misses with a body shot
and Strand connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Strand loads up on a big right hand but Chenevert slips the punch.
Chenevert slips under a jab from Strand.
Chenevert throws out a leg kick but Strand moves out of range and Chenevert only half commits.
Chenevert avoids a kick to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Chenevert on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Strand will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Chenevert defending well as Strand loads up on a big left hand.
Chenevert swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Strand misses the body punch
enabling Chenevert to counter with a crisp jab.
A big left from Strand misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Chenevert moves into the clinch.
Chenevert has Strand pressed against the cage, preventing Strand from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Strand is trying to break the clinch but Chenevert has him pressed against the cage. #BC2#
Strand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Strand looks to land a left hand but Chenevert moved out of range nicely.
Chenevert checks the leg kick nicely there. #T1#
Strand misses with a lunging right hand
and Chenevert counters with an inside leg kick.
Chenevert lands with a shot to the body.
Strand throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Chenevert counters with a low kick, right behind Strand 's knee.
Strand's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Chenevert, as that shot connected.
Strand throws a leg kick that misses.
Good exchange - Chenevert coming out on top.
Chenevert checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Chenevert slips a jab and a cross from Strand.
Chenevert tries a head kick but it misses.
Strand connects with a nice looking jab.
Chenevert bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Strand's head backwards.
Strand loads up on a big right hand but Chenevert slips the punch.
Strand takes a kick to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Strand misses with a wild body shot.
Strand throws a big shot that misses.
A big right from Strand misses. #T2#
Strand takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Chenevert moves away from the strike by Strand.
Chenevert lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Strand at a distance.
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strand scores with a crisp jab that stopped Chenevert in his tracks.
Chenevert takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Strand takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Chenevert fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Strand has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Chenevert bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Strand's head.
Strand uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Chenevert has time to react.
A chopping leg kick lands by Chenevert.
Strand misses with a hook
and Chenevert counters with a body kick.
Strand tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Chenevert throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chenevert thumps Strand with a low kick.
Strand connects with a looping right hand.
Strand throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
Strand throws out a loose jab but Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chenevert doesn't manage to clinch there - Strand circles away.
Strand walks into a left hand.
Chenevert defending well as Strand loads up on a big left hand.
Chenevert lands a glancing blow to the side of Strand's head.
Chenevert jabs at Strand's body.
A big left from Chenevert misses.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Chenevert tries a head kick but it misses.
Strand walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Chenevert checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Strand misses with a hook.
Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strand.
Chenevert steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strand.
A shot to the liver by Chenevert. Beautiful body shot.
Nazaire Chenevert is winning the standup battle so far.
Strand digs a good body shot into Chenevert's ribs.
Strand misses with a straight left.
Strand swings away with a leg kick that misses.
As Strand backs away, Chenevert returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
Strand throws an off balance right hand
and Chenevert counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strand waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chenevert.
Chenevert is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Strand blocks a jab.
Chenevert on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Strand has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Strand misses with a hook.
Chenevert lands with a good body shot.
Chenevert misses the shot to the body.
Strand misses with a body kick.
Strand getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The fighters circling - Strand throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Strand throws a leg kick
and Chenevert counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A low kick lands for Chenevert.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chenevert cracks Strand with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Strand throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice uppercut there from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands with a good body shot.
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 Nazaire Chenevert will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert'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. This is the final round!#R3#
Strand throws a poor cross that misses
and Chenevert counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Chenevert lands a leg kick that knocks Strand off balance momentarily.
Chenevert turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Strand tries to land a front kick but Chenevert steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Strand throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Strand throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Chenevert throws a hook but Strand blocks it.
Chenevert cracks Strand with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Strand misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Strand throws a body punch but Chenevert moves out of range.
Chenevert takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Strand throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Chenevert was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A nice leg kick lands there from Chenevert.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chenevert turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Strand swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chenevert dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Strand. That did some damage!
Chenevert walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Chenevert fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Strand on the side of the head.
Strand walks into a stiff left hand from Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a looping overhand right but Strand ducks down to avoid it.
Nice uppercut there from Chenevert.
Strand scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Strand takes one on the button.
Chenevert lands with a shot to the body.
A slow jab from Chenevert misses its intended target.
Strand 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.
Chenevert throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Strand sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Strand misses its intended target.
Chenevert jabs Strand to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nice defenses there by Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a body shot but no joy.
Chenevert throws a poor cross that misses
and Strand counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Victor Strand has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Chenevert. Strand does a little dance to reset his feet.
Strand misses with a hook.
Chenevert moves out of range as Strand strikes.
Strand looks to land a right hand but Chenevert moved out of range.
Strand steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chenevert.
Chenevert misses with an attempted mid kick.
Strand throws a lazy uppercut
and Chenevert finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Chenevert fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Chenevert moves away from the strike by Strand.
Chenevert throws a big shot that misses.
Strand throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Strand takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A big right from Strand misses.
Strand walks forward, straight into a front kick from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands with a nice combination. Strand backs away looking to recover.
Strand looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T3#
Chenevert throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Strand stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Chenevert slips under a jab from Strand.
Chenevert fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Strand has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A big left from Strand misses.
Chenevert slips under a jab.
Strand takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Chenevert blocks a leg kick.
Chenevert scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nazaire Chenevert is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice uppercut there from Chenevert.
Chenevert takes one to the chin there.
Chenevert moves out of range of the body kick.
A little feinted left hand from Chenevert on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Chenevert throws a shot to the body.
Strand throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chenevert swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Strand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chenevert throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Chenevert connects with a body shot.
Chenevert connects with a nice looking jab.
Strand throws a jab when Chenevert was well out of range.
Strand throws a head kick but Chenevert moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Chenevert there.
Strand takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL#
Chenevert fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Strand, pushing him back against the cage.
Strand is trying to break free.
Strand is trying to break the clinch but Chenevert has him pressed against the cage.
Strand has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Strand gets through Chenevert's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Chenevert keeps control of Strand as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Strand throws a punch but it's blocked by Chenevert.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: HFC 71:Inhanamoto vs Handerson
Date: Oct 28, 2023

#R1#
Chenevert waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kangee.
We've been told by Chenevert's head coaches at Xtreme Black House that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Chenevert just misses with a punch to the body.
Kangee swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kangee loads up on a big right hand but Chenevert slips the punch.
Kangee fails to land with a series of punches.
Kangee looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Chenevert misses with a body shot #TD2#
and Kangee counters with a shoot takedown. Chenevert fights it but they end up in guard.
Kangee wants to pass the guard but Chenevert is keeping the position.
Kangee sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Chenevert pulls Kangee in close to his closed guard and prevents Kangee from doing any damage or advancing position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kangee stops Chenevert from standing up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Kangee sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kangee trying to control but Chenevert is working from the bottom.
Chenevert controlling the position.
Chenevert looking for a sweep. Not yet Chenevert, not yet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kangee swats away the attempt to clinch by Chenevert.
Nice jab there from Kangee.
Kangee feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Cheneverts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T2#
Chenevert fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kangee fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Chenevert avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chenevert walks into a stiff left hand from Kangee.
Kangee throws a hook but Chenevert blocks it.
Chenevert turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kangee fails to land the takedown.
Kangee thuds his right hand into Chenevert's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kangee walks into a stiff left hand from Chenevert.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chenevert misses with a looping right.
Kangee swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kangee works Chenevert's body with a nice hook.
Kangee lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chenevert circles away quickly and effectively.
Chenevert swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Kangee throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Chenevert throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kangee avoids it.
Kangee throws a shot from downtown. Chenevert moves away and avoids it.
Chenevert stuffs the takedown.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hinto Kangee.
A big left from Kangee misses.
Good exchange - Kangee coming out on top.#TD2#
Kangee feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Kangee looking to pass the guard.
Chenevert not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chenevert wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Chenevert looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Kangee content to stall in guard here.
Kangee's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from Kangee.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kangee lands with a shot to the body.
Nazaire Chenevert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kangee doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kangee.
Chenevert swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A big right from Kangee misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hinto Kangee dominated that round.
That's time! Chenevert's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Kangee keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Chenevert misses the jab.
Kangee lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Chenevert at a distance.
Kangee misses the shot to the body.
Chenevert bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kangee's head backwards.
Chenevert connects with a solid leg kick.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A decent looking cross lands there for Chenevert.
Kangee tries for a takedown but Chenevert sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
As Kangee looks to move away, Chenevert throws a big counter combo but Kangee just gets out of the way.
Chenevert throws a shot to the body.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Kangee.
Chenevert is looking to wear down Kangee with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kangee misses with a wild combination.
Kangee misses with a few strikes there.
Kangee dodges the punch combination from Chenevert.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kangee throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Chenevert's waist but Chenevert gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kangee off to one side.
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chenevert buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Kangee misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Chenevert, as that shot connected.
Kangee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chenevert looks for the body kick but Kangee saw that one coming.
A thudding body kick lands there by Chenevert!
Kangee darts in looking for a takedown but Chenevert gets double underhooks and turns Kangee into the cage.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hinto Kangee.
Nice body kick from Chenevert.
Nice straight punches there by Chenevert. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Chenevert.
Chenevert cracks Kangee with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kangee lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Nazaire Chenevert is winning the standup battle so far.
Kangee connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kangee throws a hook but Chenevert avoids it easily.
Kangee throws a body punch but Chenevert moves out of range. #TD2#
Kangee drives through with a takedown into Chenevert's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Chenevert is looking to stand back up but Kangee counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Chenevert.
Kangee wants to take a breather but Chenevert is having none of it. #T2##ES#
Chenevert has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Kangee is on him like a limpet, forcing Chenevert back against the cage.
Chenevert struggles to land a body shot inside as Kangee controls his hands.
Kangee blocks an uppercut.
Kangee is looking to take this one to the mat.
Chenevert misses with a body punch.
Kangee is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Chenevert pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Chenevert misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kangee is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Chenevert pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC#
Chenevert breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Good shot there by Chenevert.#TD2#
Kangee darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Chenevert controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T3#
Kangee trying to control from Chenevert's half guard. Chenevert has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Kangee showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Chenevert is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kangee stays in close to Chenevert's body and controls the position.
Chenevert working a defensive guard here.
Kangee is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Chenevert throws a wild body kick that Kangee sees coming a mile off.
Chenevert throws the left hand but Kangee avoids the punch easily.
Chenevert throws a nice outside leg kick.
Chenevert buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kangee will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that second round.
That's time! Chenevert's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Kangee throws a shot from downtown. Chenevert moves away and avoids it.
Kangee throws a shot from downtown. Chenevert moves away and avoids it.
Kangee shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense.
Chenevert scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kangee ducks under a wild hook from Chenevert.
Chenevert tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kangee was well out of range. Poor timing from Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a body shot but no joy.
Kangee moves out of range of the strikes.
Kangee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kangee misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed right hand from Kangee misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kangee throws a right and a left that both miss.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kangee.
Kangee just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromChenevert.
Chenevert pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Chenevert fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kangee has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kangee avoids the body shot from Chenevert. #T1#
Kangee defending well as Chenevert loads up on a big left hand.
Kangee missing with a left hand there. Chenevert was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kangee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kangee waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chenevert.
Kangee rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kangee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chenevert uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kangee.
Chenevert throws a lazy right hand but Kangee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kangee drops his hands momentarily and Chenevert takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Chenevert lands a jab to Kangee's midsection.
Chenevert misses with a shot to the body #TD2#
and Kangee counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Chenevert wants to stand but Kangee is controlling the position.
Chenevert has control of Kangee's left arm, preventing Kangee from doing any damage. #T2#
Kangee trying to move into half guard but instead Chenevert has managed to sweep!#REVR#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kangee can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Chenevert controls the pace.#SUB2#
Kangee working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chenevert doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kangee is tightening it up a little... Chenevert has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Chenevert reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Chenevert taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kangee!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Hinto Kangee!
Hinto Kangee is the new middleweight champion!
An out of breath Hinto Kangee thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC 68:Handerson vs Smooth
Date: Oct 07, 2023

#R1#
Chenevert fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Apolo manages to avoid it.
Apolo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Apolo throws an off balance right hand
and Chenevert counters with a nice kick to the body.
Chenevert lets loose with a powerful body kick. Apolo will feel that in the morning.
Chenevert moves into range and connects with a jab.
Apolo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT2#It looks like Nazaire Chenevert has been cut.
Chenevert cracks Apolo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Apolo throws an overhand right that lands on Chenevert's shoulder, as Chenevert tries to avoid the shot.
Chenevert moves out of range as Apolo strikes.
Chenevert scores with a jab to the body.
Chenevert lands a body shot.
Chenevert scores with a hook to the body. Apolo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
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!
Chenevert scores with a jab.
Chenevert moves in looking to clinch but Apolo pushes him off.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Apolo moves away.
Apolo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Chenevert comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
Apolo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Apolo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chenevert counters with a good low kick that Apolo was not able to check.
Nice shot lands for Apolo.
Good exchange - Apolo coming out on top.
Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Apolo.
Apolo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Apolo walks into a left hand.
Apolo looks to throw the jab but Chenevert is out of range.
Apolo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Apolo moves away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chenevert.
Apolo throws a looping overhand right but Chenevert ducks down to avoid it.
Apolo takes a kick to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Apolo misses with a hook.
It looked like Chenevert was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Apolo.
Chenevert slips under a jab from Apolo.
Chenevert is looking to land body kicks.
We've been told by Chenevert's head coaches at Xtreme Black House that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T2#
Chenevert misses with a lunging right hand
and Apolo counters with a stiff right hand.
Chenevert lands a body shot.
Chenevert misses with the combination.
Apolo lands a jab.
Apolo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chenevert counters with a nice body shot.
Chenevert cracks Apolo with a right hand to the side of the head.
A big left from Apolo misses.
Apolo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chenevert bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Chenevert connects with a good right hand that stumbles Apolo. Apolo circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Apolo misses with a wild body shot.
Chenevert avoids the body shot from Apolo.
Apolo throws a lazy uppercut
and Chenevert counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Apolo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chenevert counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Chenevert looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Apolo throws a poor cross that misses
and Chenevert counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Apolo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Chenevert throws a body punch but Apolo moves out of range.
Chenevert is looking to wear down Apolo with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Chenevert lands a really nice looking cross but Apolo seems unphased.
Chenevert is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Chenevert misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Apolo.
Chenevert throws a poor cross that misses
letting Apolo counter with a right hand.
Apolo looks to land a left hand but Chenevert moved out of range nicely.
Chenevert lands with a hook. Apolo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Apolo 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.
Chenevert keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Apolo.
Apolo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chenevert moves forwards but Apolo connects with a nice, crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Apolo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Chenevert blocks a jab.#T4#
Chenevert moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A jab from Apolo misses.
Chenevert seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Apolo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Apolo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Chenevert.
A countering left hand to the body from Apolo misses.
Apolo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Chenevert moves into range and connects with a jab.
Apolo lands a nice hook to Chenevert's body. Chenevert takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Apolo misses with a body punch
and Chenevert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the liver by Chenevert. Beautiful body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Apolo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chenevert slips a straight right by Apolo.
A low kick lands for Chenevert.
Apolo drops his hands momentarily and Chenevert takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Apolo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Apolo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Chenevert throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Apolo to counter with a crisp jab.
Apolo misses with a straight right.
Apolo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Apolo misses with a body shot.
Chenevert misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Apolo.
Chenevert scores with a jab to the body.
Apolo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chenevert.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Apolo might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Chenevert has got the better of the exchanges.
Apolo throws a big shot that misses.
A swing and a miss from Apolo.
Apolo takes a kick to the side of the head.
Chenevert scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T1#
Apolo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands a head kick. Apolo smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Apolo avoids the body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Apolo.
Chenevert is looking to slow Apolo down with leg kicks.
Chenevert lands a nice looking body shot.
A big right from Apolo misses.
A little feinted left hand from Chenevert on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Apolo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Apolo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chenevert throws a leg kick but Apolo sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A big right from Apolo misses.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Apolo.
Chenevert dips to his left and cracks Apolo with an uppercut!
Apolo looks to throw the jab but Chenevert is out of range.
Apolo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Apolo throws a body shot but no joy.
Chenevert moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2#
Chenevert slips under a jab from Apolo.
Chenevert is looking to counter with a body kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chenevert throws a body shot but no joy.
Apolo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Chenevert is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Apolo can do to turn this around?
Chenevert scores with a kick to the midsection.
Chenevert lands an overhand right.
Chenevert slips a straight right by Apolo.
Nice straight punches there by Chenevert. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Chenevert.#CL#
Chenevert has managed to clinch.
Chenevert throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Apolo manages to break the clinch.
Apolo throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Chenevert closes the distance and pushes Apolo back into the cage.#BC2#
Apolo breaks from the clinch.
Apolo misses with a hook
and Chenevert counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chenevert misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Chenevert uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Apolo.
Chenevert swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jab from Chenevert.
Apolo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chenevert sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chenevert takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Chenevert misses the shot to the body.
Chenevert lands a jab-cross combination.
Apolo lands with a straight right. Chenevert didn't see that one coming.
Chenevert throws a front kick that sends Apolo stumbling back into the cage.
Apolo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Chenevert scores with a jab to the head.
Chenevert buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Apolo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
An attempted straight right counter from Chenevert misses the target.
Apolo misses with a series of wild punches. #T4#
Apolo throws a series of punches but Chenevert avoids them all with ease.
Chenevert slips under a jab from Apolo.
A little feinted left hand from Chenevert on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Chenevert sizes up Apolo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Apolo throws a lazy uppercut
and Chenevert counters with a nice uppercut.
Chenevert scores with a leg kick.
Apolo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A jab from Chenevert does it's job there.
Apolo swings for the body but Chenevert moves out of range.
Chenevert connects with an inside leg kick.
Chenevert misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Apolo. Chenevert does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chenevert uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Apolo.
Nazaire Chenevert is winning the standup battle so far.
Chenevert scores with a body shot.
Chenevert steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Apolo.
Chenevert feinted there with a counter leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Chenevert cracks Apolo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nice uppercut lands for Apolo. That snapped Chenevert's head back.
Apolo avoids the head kick by Chenevert.
Apolo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Chenevert walks into a left hand.
Apolo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Apolo blocks a head kick by Chenevert.
Apolo misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.
Chenevert scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Apolo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands a head kick!
Chenevert pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A little jabbing left from Apolo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Apolo throws a big shot that misses.
Chenevert connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Chenevert goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big right from Apolo misses.
Chenevert defending well as Apolo loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Apolo throws a body shot but no joy.
Chenevert scores with a body shot.
Chenevert connects with a solid leg kick.
Chenevert lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nice uppercut there from Apolo.
Chenevert just misses with a punch to the body.
Apolo misses with a body shot.
Chenevert steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Apolo.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Apolo.
Apolo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chenevert counters with a nice body kick.
A jab from Apolo misses.
Apolo has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Chenevert.
Apolo throws a body punch but Chenevert moves out of range.
Chenevert throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chenevert closes the distance but Apolo moves to the side
and Apolo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Chenevert lands with a kick to the ribs.
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!
Apolo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Chenevert tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Apolo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Chenevert lands with an uppercut that bounces Apolo off the cage and back into range.
Apolo misses with a body shot.
Apolo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Chenevert doesn't seem bothered though.
Chenevert turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Chenevert misses with a body kick.
Chenevert lands a jab to the nose.
A jab from Apolo misses.
Chenevert moves away from the strike by Apolo.
Chenevert misses with a kick to the body.
Chenevert lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Apolo at a distance. #T3#
Apolo throws the left hand but Chenevert avoids the punch easily.
Apolo misses with a straight left.
Chenevert connects with a nice looking jab. #CL#
Chenevert moves into the clinch successfully.
A knee to the head by Chenevert.
Chenevert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Apolo backwards.
Chenevert lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Chenevert lands a hook to the side of the head.
Chenevert lands with a left to the head.
Apolo is trying to pull guard but Chenevert turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Apolo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chenevert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Apolo backwards.
Chenevert can't find room to land a body shot as Apolo controls the action. #BC#
Chenevert manages to break the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Apolo looks to land a left hand but Chenevert moved out of range nicely.
Chenevert lands with a nice body kick.
Apolo lands a slapping body shot.
Chenevert lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T4#
Chenevert connects with a right hand. Apolo shakes it off.
Chenevert lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Apolo moves forwards but Chenevert connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Apolo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Apolo throws a series of strikes that have Chenevert backpedaling.
Apolo misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Chenevert on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Chenevert throws out a powerful jab.
Chenevert scores with a decent looking hook.
Apolo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Chenevert swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A jab from Apolo misses.
Apolo takes a swing at Chenevert's ribcage but misses.
Apolo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Chenevert tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Chenevert misses with a shot to the body
enabling Apolo to counter with a crisp jab.
Chenevert staying out of range there.
And Chenevert counters with a quick kick to the body but Apolo blocks it.
Chenevert comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Apolo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chenevert.
It seemed like Apolo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Apolo swings for the body but Chenevert moves out of range.
A big right from Apolo misses.
Chenevert catches Apolo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Apolo misses with a lunging right hand
and Chenevert counters with an outside leg kick.
Apolo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chenevert thumps Apolo with a low kick.
Chenevert scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Chenevert. Beautiful body shot.
Chenevert connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Apolo momentarily. #T1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Chenevert. That's going to slow Apolo down.
Chenevert moves out of range as Apolo strikes.
Chenevert looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Apolo keeps the fight on the outside.
A looping hook to the body misses from Apolo. Chenevert does a little dance to reset his feet.
Apolo scores with a nice strike.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Chenevert!
Apolo looks to score with a jab to the body but Chenevert is just out of range.
Chenevert throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL#
Chenevert closes the distance and pushes Apolo back into the cage.
Apolo is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Chenevert to keep the fight standing.
Apolo is trying to pull guard but Chenevert has him pressed against the cage.
Apolo is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Chenevert misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chenevert lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Apolo.
A hook to the body from Chenevert.
Chenevert working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good body shot from Chenevert. #T2#
Chenevert scores with a shoulder strike.
Apolo prevents a body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert is leaning against Apolo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Chenevert lands an uppercut.
Chenevert presses Apolo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Apolo blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Apolo on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Chenevert lands a body shot.
Chenevert lands a shoulder strike.
Good body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert works on Apolo's body with a couple of short punches.
Chenevert lands with a short shot to the head.
Chenevert tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Chenevert lands a shoulder strike.
Apolo jumps guard but Chenevert turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kimo Apolo.
Apolo is trying to pull guard but Chenevert turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Chenevert tries to throw a body punch but Apolo avoids it by throwing Chenevert back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Chenevert scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Apolo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Chenevert keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Apolo.
Apolo misses with a lunging right hand
and Chenevert counters with a straight right hand.
Chenevert throws a quick inside leg kick.
Chenevert scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Chenevert looks to throw a body kick
and Apolo counters with a right hand to the body.
Chenevert throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chenevert scores with a shot to the body.
Apolo looks to land a left hand but Chenevert moved out of range nicely.
Chenevert throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Chenevert tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Apolo was well out of range. Poor timing from Chenevert.
Chenevert is looking to clinch but Apolo is avoiding it.
Chenevert buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Apolo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chenevert. #T4#
Chenevert lands a really nice looking cross but Apolo seems unphased.
Apolo checks the leg kick nicely there.
Apolo walks into a stiff left hand from Chenevert.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Apolo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chenevert.
Apolo with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Apolo.
A good leg kick by Chenevert.
Chenevert pushes Apolo away with a front kick.
Chenevert lands with a kick to the ribs.
Apolo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Apolo swings for the body but Chenevert moves out of range.
Apolo looks to land a left hand but Chenevert moved out of range nicely.
Chenevert misses with a wild body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert had his way with Kimo Apolo in that round.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert'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. This is the final round!#R5#
Apolo misses with a right hand
and Chenevert counters with a good low kick that Apolo was not able to check.
Nice defenses there by Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a sloppy head kick and Apolo moves out of range easily.
Chenevert misses with an attempted mid kick.
Chenevert throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chenevert swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Apolo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Apolo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Chenevert throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Apolo swings away with a body shot that misses
and Chenevert counters with a nice kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chenevert.
Chenevert gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Apolo.
Apolo throws the left hand but Chenevert avoids the punch easily.
Chenevert lands a head kick!
Chenevert connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Apolo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chenevert.
Chenevert takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Apolo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chenevert feints and then cracks Apolo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Apolo down.
Chenevert missing with a left hand there. Apolo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Apolo misses with an uppercut
and Apolo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Apolo walks forward, straight into a front kick from Chenevert.
Chenevert is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Apolo throws a shot from downtown. Chenevert moves away and avoids it.
Chenevert throws a quick counter kick to the body but Apolo avoids it.
Apolo misses with a lunging right hand
and Chenevert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chenevert cracks Apolo with an open hand slap.#T2#
A cross from Apolo lands.
Chenevert connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Donk. Apolo catches Chenevert right on the button with a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot to the body from Apolo misses
and Chenevert counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Apolo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Chenevert connects with the punch.
Chenevert avoids the body shot from Apolo.
Chenevert moves out of range of the strikes.
Chenevert lands with a thumping leg kick.
Chenevert works Apolo's body with a nice hook.
Chenevert scores with a crisp jab that stopped Apolo in his tracks.
Apolo throws a body punch but Chenevert moves out of range.
Apolo misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.#T3#
Chenevert lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Chenevert uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Apolo.
Chenevert fakes the leg kick and cracks Apolo in the body.
Apolo scores with a nice head shot.
Apolo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chenevert throws out the jab.
Chenevert moves away from the strike by Apolo.
Apolo punishes Chenevert's body with a nice straight punch.
Nazaire Chenevert is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice uppercut there from Chenevert.
Chenevert tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Apolo was well out of range. Poor timing from Chenevert.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Chenevert feints a jab promting Apolo to slip. Chenevert then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Apolo slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Chenevert swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Apolo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Apolo throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Chenevert fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Apolo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Chenevert - the referee stops the clock and Apolo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Chenevert. Apolo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Chenevert connects with an inside leg kick.
Chenevert swings for the body but Apolo moves out of range.
Chenevert pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Apolo throws a lazy uppercut
and Chenevert connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Apolo avoids the head kick by Chenevert.
Apolo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Chenevert to score with a decent uppercut.
Apolo throws a jab when Chenevert was well out of range.
Chenevert tried to counter with a leg kick but Apolo avoided it.
Apolo throws a sloppy body shot
and Chenevert counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Apolo throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Chenevert thumps Apolo with a low kick.
Kimo Apolo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A looping hook to the body misses from Apolo. Chenevert does a little dance to reset his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nazaire Chenevert showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chenevert 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 50:45
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 50:45
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 50:45

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

Event: HFC 63: Hunter vs Inhanamoto
Date: Sep 02, 2023

#R1#
Chenevert throws a low kick, looking for Burgess's leg but Burgess calmly moves out of range.
Burgess looks to land a right hand but Chenevert moved out of range.
Burgess misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.
Chenevert wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Burgess lands the left hand.#CUT#It looks like Nazaire Chenevert has been cut.
Chenevert throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Burgess counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chenevert dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Burgess looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Chenevert throws a lazy body kick
and Burgess counters with a nice uppercut.
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chenevert looks to throw a body kick
and Chenevert takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Burgess takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Burgess throws a jab when Chenevert was well out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Chenevert.
Jab, jab by Chenevert - just one landing. #T1#
Chenevert throws a nice outside leg kick.
Chenevert throws a jab but it's blocked by Burgess.
A looping hook to the body misses from Burgess. Chenevert does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chenevert lands with a hook. Burgess tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Burgess dodges the punch combination from Chenevert.
It looked like Burgess was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Chenevert.
Chenevert slips under a jab.
Chenevert throws a solid leg kick but Burgess takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chenevert.
A solid body kick from Chenevert.
Chenevert looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Chenevert connects with a body shot that sends Burgess's belly button to the back.
Chenevert misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Burgess keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Burgess on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Burgess misses with a shot to the body
and Chenevert counters with a straight right hand.
Chenevert drops his hands momentarily and Burgess takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Burgess has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Chenevert finds it's way round the side to connect with Burgess's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chenevert ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Chenevert misses with a kick to the body
and Burgess counters with a nice uppercut.
Burgess misses with a left hand
and Chenevert counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Burgess is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Chenevert fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Chenevert lands with an overhand left.
Chenevert lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Some bone on bone action there as Burgess checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Burgess ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Burgess has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Chenevert finds it's way round the side to connect with Burgess's head. #T3#
Chenevert throws a leg kick but Burgess checks it.
Burgess dips to his left and cracks Chenevert with an uppercut!
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burgess throws a poor cross that misses
letting Chenevert counter with a right hand.
Burgess slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Burgess lands a nice shot to the body.
Chenevert is looking to land body kicks.
Burgess ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Burgess moves out of range of the strikes.
Chenevert defending well as Burgess loads up on a big left hand.
Chenevert takes a swing at Burgess's ribcage but misses.
Chenevert throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chenevert throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Burgess counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Burgess ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chenevert moves away.
Chenevert scores with a kick to the midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A lazy left from Burgess finds it's target.
Chenevert misses with a body kick.
Chenevert scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Chenevert fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Burgess has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A jab from Chenevert does it's job there.
Chenevert misses with an uppercut.
Burgess walks into a straight right hand from Chenevert.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chenevert delivers a nice body kick.
Chenevert lands a slapping body shot.
Burgess is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Burgess swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert'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#
Chenevert lands a slapping body shot.
Burgess fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Chenevert has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Burgess might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Chenevert misses with a leg kick
and Chenevert takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fighters circle momentarily. Chenevert darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Chenevert fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Burgess manages to avoid it.
Chenevert misses with an uppercut.
Chenevert has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Burgess fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Burgess takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Burgess darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burgess slips under a jab from Chenevert.
Chenevert looks to score with a jab to the body but Burgess is just out of range.
Burgess throwing a counter right hand but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Chenevert swings away with a leg kick that misses.
It looked like Burgess wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Burgess keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T1#
Burgess moves out of range of the body kick from Chenevert.
Burgess walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Chenevert lands with a good body shot.
Chenevert 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.
Burgess looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A head kick misses from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands a nice leg kick that just misses Burgess's sensitive parts.
Burgess misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chenevert.
Chenevert moves forwards but Burgess connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CUT#That has opened up Nazaire Chenevert's cut even more.
Chenevert connects with a solid leg kick.
Burgess misses with a hook.
Chenevert misses with an attempted mid kick. #T2#
Chenevert scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Burgess doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Chenevert throws a push kick but Burgess slaps the foot to one side.
Burgess throws a body shot but no joy.
Burgess tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chenevert was well out of range. Poor timing from Burgess.
Chenevert lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Chenevert throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Burgess swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Chenevert lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A shot in the inside from Burgess.
Good body shot from Chenevert.
Still in the clinch, Chenevert scores with a nice short uppercut.
Chenevert is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Burgess is defending well for now.
Chenevert is trying to force a seperation but Burgess has the dominant position.#T3#
Burgess gets through Chenevert's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Chenevert.
Chenevert scores with a shoulder strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Chenevert.
Still in the clinch, Burgess scores with a nice short uppercut.
Chenevert lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Burgess blocks a body shot from Chenevert.
Burgess misses with some punches.
Chenevert pushes Burgess back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Burgess.
Chenevert tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chenevert throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Burgesss head.
Burgess lands a right hand that snaps the head of Chenevert backwards.
Chenevert lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Burgess backwards.
Burgess working aggressively here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chenevert lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Burgess backwards. #BC2#
Chenevert breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chenevert lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Chenevert throws a nice inside leg kick. #T4#
That kick from Chenevert tenderised Burgess's leg. Burgess is trying to keep his angry face on.
Chenevert gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Burgess counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Burgess misses
and Chenevert finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Chenevert feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Burgesss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice defenses there by Burgess.
Chenevert tries a head kick but it misses.
Burgess misses with a hook
and Chenevert counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Burgess swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Chenevert counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Burgess staying out of range there.
Burgess appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Burgess throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Burgess scores with the left hand. Chenevert knows he should have avoided that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Burgess checks the leg kick nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert'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.#R3#
Burgess swings for the body but Chenevert moves out of range.
Burgess doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Chenevert misses with an uppercut. Burgess saw that one coming.
A bone on bone clash there as Burgess blocks the leg kick.
Chenevert swings widly with a right hand
and Burgess counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chenevert misses with an uppercut. Burgess saw that one coming.
Chenevert fakes the leg kick and cracks Burgess in the body.
Chenevert fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Burgess.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chenevert throws a wild body kick that Burgess sees coming a mile off.
Burgess appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Burgess will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Burgess dips to his left and cracks Chenevert with an uppercut!
An inside leg kick from Chenevert misses.
A swing and a miss from Chenevert.
Burgess appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Chenevert slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Burgess connects with a crisp jab.
Chenevert scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Burgess thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chenevert rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Burgess moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Burgess misses with a straight right.
Chenevert throws a nice head kick! #CUT2#It looks like Axton Burgess has been cut.
A shot to the body from Chenevert misses
enabling Burgess to counter with a crisp jab.
Burgess throws a body shot but no joy.
Chenevert lands with a shot to the body.
Chenevert dips to his left and cracks Burgess with an uppercut!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chenevert jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
Chenevert scores with a leg kick.
Chenevert throws a jab when Burgess was well out of range.
Burgess misses the body punch
and Chenevert counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Burgess checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Burgess is looking to counter punch.
Chenevert loads up on a big right hand but Burgess slips the punch.
Burgess is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A low kick from Chenevert misses
and Burgess cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Chenevert thows a leg kick but Burgess checks it
and Chenevert takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Chenevert takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Burgess looks to land a left hand but Chenevert moved out of range nicely.
Burgess ducks under a wild hook from Chenevert.#T3#
Burgess takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Chenevert loads up on a big right hand but Burgess slips the punch.
Burgess looks to throw the jab but Chenevert is out of range.
Burgess keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chenevert misses with a low kick as Burgess jumps back.
An attempted straight right counter from Burgess misses the target.
Chenevert takes a swing at Burgess's ribcage but misses.
Good shot there by Burgess.
A shot to the liver by Burgess. Beautiful body shot.
Jab by Burgess.
Burgess ducks under a wild hook from Chenevert.
Burgess punishes Chenevert's body with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Burgess swings for the body but Chenevert moves out of range.
Chenevert tries to close the distance and clinch up but Burgess swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Burgess looks to score with a jab to the body but Chenevert is just out of range.
Chenevert fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Chenevert throws a push kick but Burgess slaps the foot to one side.
Chenevert tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Burgess throwing a counter right hand but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chenevert fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Burgess.
Chenevert dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Burgess's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Chenevert connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Burgess scrambles back to his feet.
Chenevert scores with a nice right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert really dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Chenevert with a jab.
Burgess pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An inside leg kick lands from Chenevert.
Chenevert tries to clinch but Burgess moves out of range.
Burgess was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Chenevert lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A solid body kick from Chenevert.
A jab from Chenevert finds it's way through Burgess's defenses.
Burgess throws a hook but Chenevert avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burgess fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Chenevert lands a jab to the nose.
Chenevert throws out a leg kick but Burgess moves out of range and Chenevert only half commits.
Burgess takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Chenevert is looking to clinch.
Chenevert throws a series of strikes that have Burgess backpedaling.
Burgess takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Chenevert throws a hook to the side of Burgess's head but Burgess sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Burgess fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Burgess throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Chenevert to counter with a crisp jab.
Chenevert lands a jab to Burgess's midsection.
Chenevert connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A shot to the body from Chenevert misses
and Burgess counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chenevert throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Chenevert connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Chenevert has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chenevert connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Chenevert lunges at Burgess with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Burgess's hand.
Burgess scores with a decent looking hook.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Chenevert - that will leave a mark!
Burgess takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Chenevert tries to clinch but Burgess is having none of it.
Burgess tries to move into range but Chenevert moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Chenevert lands a nice hook to Burgess's body. Burgess takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Chenevert with a hook.
Chenevert just misses with a punch to the body.
Chenevert swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Burgess counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Burgess throws an overhand right that lands on Chenevert's shoulder, as Chenevert tries to avoid the shot.
Chenevert is looking for the big counter here.
Burgess is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Good leg kick by Chenevert.
Chenevert closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Burgess takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Burgess steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chenevert.
Burgess stuns Chenevert with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Chenevert throws out a powerful jab.
Chenevert takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Chenevert throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Burgess's head.
Burgess misses with a looping left.
Chenevert was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Burgess misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Chenevert looks to score with a jab to the body but Burgess is just out of range.
Chenevert throws a hook but Burgess avoids it easily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Chenevert.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burgess bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chenevert lands with a straight right. Burgess didn't see that one coming.
Burgess misses with a hook to the body
and Chenevert counters with a straight right hand.
Chenevert throws a head kick that misses
and Burgess counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Burgess moves away.
Chenevert fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Burgess.
Chenevert displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burgess throws out the jab.
Chenevert is looking to slow Burgess down with leg kicks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that fourth round.
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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Chenevert throws an off balance right hand
and Burgess counters with a left to the body.
Chenevert swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chenevert throws an off balance right hand
and Burgess counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Burgess misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chenevert.
Chenevert flicks out a counter leg kick but Burgess steps away.
Burgess takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A big right from Burgess misses.
Nice cross by Chenevert.
Chenevert keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chenevert throws a hook but Burgess avoids it easily.
Good leg kick by Chenevert.
Chenevert tries to land a front kick but Burgess steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Burgess throws a body punch but Chenevert moves out of range. #T1#
A left lands for Chenevert.
Chenevert scores with the left hand. Burgess knows he should have avoided that one.
Chenevert with the inside leg kick.
Chenevert uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Burgess has time to react.
A telegraphed right hand from Chenevert misses the target.
Chenevert uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Burgess.
Burgess throws a hook but Chenevert blocks it.
Burgess throws a body shot but no joy.
Chenevert throws a jab but it's blocked by Burgess.
Chenevert scores with a kick to the body.
Burgess takes one to the side of the head. #T2#
Chenevert misses with a hook
and Burgess counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Burgess scores with a jab 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!
A clash of legs there as Burgess blocks the low kick.
A nice combination there by Chenevert.
Burgess missing with a left hand there. Chenevert was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chenevert scores with a jab to the body.
Burgess avoids the body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Burgess at a distance.
Chenevert misses with an uppercut.
Burgess throwing a counter right hand but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Chenevert cracks Burgess with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T3#
Burgess takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Chenevert moves out of range of the strikes.
Burgess throws a body punch but Chenevert moves out of range. #CL2#
Chenevert closes the distance and pushes Burgess back into the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Burgess.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chenevert.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Burgess.
Nazaire Chenevert is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Burgess misses with some punches.
Burgess lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Burgess.
Burgess misses with some punches.
Burgess lands a body shot.
Burgess softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T4#
Burgess working aggressively here.
Burgess misses with a punch on the inside.
Burgess misses with the head strike.
Burgess misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Burgess.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chenevert.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch on the inside from Burgess fails to land.
Burgess tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chenevert blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Burgess struggles to land a body shot inside as Chenevert controls his hands.
Burgess lands a left hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Nazaire Chenevert.
I've got Chenevert winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 45:50
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 45:50
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nazaire Chenevert!
Nazaire Chenevert is the new middleweight champion!
Nazaire Chenevert thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 60:Caceres vs Wallace
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Chenevert moves into the clinch.
Blake tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Chenevert avoids it.#BC2#
Chenevert escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Blake throws a hook to the side of Chenevert's head but Chenevert sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Blake fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Blake throws a low kick but Chenevert avoids it.#CL2#
Chenevert moves into the clinch.
Chenevert tries to land knees in the clinch but Blake avoids the damage to the body.
Nice body punch from Chenevert - that landed with a thud.
Blake throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Chenevert with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Danny Blake has been cut.
Blake throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Chenevert takes an elbow to the temple.
Chenevert is pressed up against the cage. Blake has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Chenevert down to the mat. Chenevert avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A jab from Blake misses.
Blake fails in his attempt to clinch.
Blake looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick lands from Chenevert.
Chenevert keeps the fight on the outside.
Blake throws a body kick that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Blake scores with a jab. Chenevert acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A cross from Blake lands.#T1#
Blake just misses with a punch to the body.
Chenevert lands a nice shot to the body.
Chenevert turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Chenevert will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Chenevert misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blake.
An attempted straight right counter from Blake misses the target.
The fighters circling - Blake throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Chenevert counters with a body kick.#CL2#
Chenevert pushes Blake up against the cage in a clinch.
Blake tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Chenevert tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Blake avoids it.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Blake. #CUT#It looks like Nazaire Chenevert has been cut.
Blake throws a punch but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Blake misses with some punches.
Blake on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Blake lands with a short shot to the head.
Chenevert misses with the head strike.
Blake blocks an uppercut.
Chenevert tries a knee to the head but Blake blocks it.
Chenevert tries to land knees in the clinch but Blake avoids the damage to the body. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chenevert takes a knee to the side of the body.
Blake misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Chenevert.
Chenevert avoids the elbow strike from Blake, against the cage.
Chenevert missing with knees to the body.
Blake tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Blake pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Blake misses with a short punch on the inside.
Blake throws a knee to the head but misses.
Blake throws an elbow that misses.
Blake with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Chenevert avoiding damage as Blake throws knees to the body.
Chenevert lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Chenevert tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Chenevert is working Blake over against the cage.
Blake lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Chenevert using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Blake has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nice body punch from Chenevert.
Blake on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Chenevert's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Blake misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Chenevert. #T3#
Blake throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Chenevert with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Blake pushes Chenevert back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Blake just misses with a elbow thrown towards Chenevert's brow. #BC2#
Chenevert's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Chenevert tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Blake is able to avoid easily.
Blake is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Chenevert lands a front kick.
Blake tries to close the distance and clinch but Chenevert swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Chenevert looks to land a body kick but Blake moved away.
Blake misses with a low kick.
Blake loads up on a big right hand but Chenevert slips the punch.
Chenevert fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Blake takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Blake avoids the head kick by Chenevert. #T4#
Blake takes a swing at Chenevert's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Blake rushes Chenevert and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Blake tries to land knees in the clinch but Chenevert avoids the damage to the body.
Chenevert working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Blake blocks a body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Blake tries to land knees in the clinch but Chenevert avoids the damage to the body.
Blake is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Chenevert pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Blake throws a head punch that misses.
Blake tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Chenevert avoids it.
Blake misses with a short punch on the inside.
Blake landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Blake misses with a knee strike.
Blake looking to stall.
Blake is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Chenevert lands a knee to the head.
Chenevert misses with a knee to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Nazaire Chenevert will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL#
Blake has managed to clinch.
Chenevert works on Blake's body with a couple of short punches.
Chenevert lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Blake misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Chenevert.
Blake misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chenevert misses with a knee strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Chenevert.
Blake misses with an elbow strike.
Blake misses with a hook from the clinch.
Chenevert prevents a body shot from Blake.
Chenevert with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Blake is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Chenevert is keeping busy.
Chenevert misses with a knee to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blake missing with knees to the body.
Blake tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Chenevert avoids it.
Chenevert throws a knee to the head but misses.
A short body shot lands from Chenevert as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Chenevert dodges an elbow strike from Blake.
Chenevert lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
Chenevert scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chenevert lands with a light punch inside.
Chenevert looking to throw knees to the head but Blake is blocking nicely.
Chenevert throws a knee to the head but misses.
A short body shot lands from Chenevert as the two fighters clinch.
Blake throws a head punch that misses.
Chenevert scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Blake is trying to stall.
Blake managing to block the knees to the body from Chenevert.
Chenevert goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chenevert with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Chenevert tries a knee to the head but Blake blocks it.
Chenevert lands a right hand.
Chenevert tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chenevert digs a right hand into Blake's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Blake's gas tank.
Chenevert has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Blake lands an elbow that stopped Chenevert in his tracks for a moment.
Chenevert missing with knees to the body. #T2#
Blake fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Blake.
A short right from Chenevert on the inside.
Chenevert tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Blake avoids it.
Chenevert avoiding damage as Blake throws knees to the body.
Blake landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Chenevert lands a body shot in the clinch.
Chenevert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Blake backwards.
Chenevert blocks the elbow strike. #BC2#
Chenevert's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Chenevert doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Chenevert is looking to land body kicks.
Chenevert misses with a double jab.
Blake wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Blake tries to close the distance and clinch up but Chenevert swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Chenevert scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A slow jab from Blake misses its intended target.
A countering left hand to the body from Chenevert misses.
Blake uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chenevert.#T3#
Chenevert feints and then cracks Blake's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Blake down.
Blake misses with a kick to the body
and Chenevert counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chenevert cracks Blake with a right hand to the side of the head.
Blake throws a body punch but Chenevert moves out of range.
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Chenevert pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Blake is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Chenevert.
Chenevert stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Blake.
Blake tries to score with a low kick but Chenevert moves his leg out of the way.#CL2#
Blake tries to keep at a distance but Chenevert has taken the fight into the clinch.
Blake using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Chenevert has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Blake avoiding damage as Chenevert throws knees to the body.
Chenevert blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Blake throws an elbow that misses.
Blake prevents a body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands a shoulder strike.
Blake tries a knee to the head but Chenevert blocks it.
Chenevert misses with a knee strike. #T4#
Blake crunches a lovely knee into Chenevert's ribcage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chenevert scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Blake is looking for a takedown.
Chenevert presses Blake against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Blake looking to slow down the pace here.
Blake fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Chenevert.
With the fighters up against the cage, Blake throws an elbow but misses.
Chenevert blocks an uppercut.
Chenevert with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Chenevert scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chenevert throws a knee to the head but misses.
Blake creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Chenevert with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Chenevert lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Blake backwards.
Chenevert misses with a knee to the head.
Chenevert lands with a light punch inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert 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.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Chenevert keeps the fight on the outside.
Blake misses with a straight left.
Blake misses with a looping left.
Blake throws a big shot that misses.
Blake tries to clinch but Chenevert is having none of it.
Chenevert throws a nice inside leg kick.
Blake misses with a looping left.
A low kick lands for Chenevert.
Chenevert thuds a left hand into Blake's body.
Chenevert keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blake.
A slow jab from Blake misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Chenevert.
Blake throws a head kick that misses.
Chenevert moves out of range of the body kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Chenevert connects with a leg kick. #CL2#
Chenevert has taken the fight to the clinch. #T1#
Chenevert working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Chenevert working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Chenevert throws a knee to the head but misses.
Chenevert scores with a nice hook to the head.
Blake tries a body shot but Chenevert blocks it.
Chenevert tries a knee to the head but Blake blocks it.
Chenevert goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chenevert using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Blake has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Blake is trying to maintain a safe position but Chenevert gets an underhook and turns Blake into the cage.
Blake misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a knee to the head but misses.
Chenevert lands a hook to the side of the head.
Chenevert misses with a knee strike.
Chenevert's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Chenevert works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Chenevert misses with a knee strike.
Blake is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Chenevert with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #T2#
Blake trying to stall but Chenevert improves his position.
Blake looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A body shot lands from Chenevert.
Still in the clinch, Chenevert scores with a nice short uppercut.
Blake throws a punch but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Blake pushes off an throws an elbow but Chenevert leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Chenevert makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Chenevert misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Blake.
Chenevert working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A shot in the inside from Chenevert.
Still in the clinch, Chenevert scores with a nice short uppercut.
Chenevert tries a knee to the head but Blake blocks it.
Blake lands an elbow inside that Chenevert shrugs off.
Blake stalls.
A knee to the head by Chenevert.
Chenevert misses with a knee strike. #T3#
Chenevert crunches a lovely knee into Blake's ribcage.
Blake lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Chenevert backwards.
A right hand to the body from Blake.
Blake missing with knees to the body.
Chenevert throws a punch but it's blocked by Blake.
Blake lands an elbow that stopped Chenevert in his tracks for a moment.
Chenevert misses with a punch to the body.
Chenevert throws a knee to the head but misses.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Nazaire Chenevert is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Blake looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Blake tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chenevert misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Blake.
Chenevert tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T4#
Chenevert tries a knee to the head but Blake blocks it.
Chenevert avoids a wild elbow strike from Blake.
Chenevert avoids a wild elbow strike from Blake.
Stalling in the clinch from Blake.
Blake throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Chenevert blocks it with crossed arms.
Chenevert on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Blake is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Chenevert is defending well for now.
Blake tries to land knees in the clinch but Chenevert avoids the damage to the body.
Blake tries to land knees in the clinch but Chenevert avoids the damage to the body.
Blake throws an elbow that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nazaire Chenevert comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Chenevert 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 27:30
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 27:30
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nazaire Chenevert!
An out of breath Nazaire Chenevert thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Night Champions 3
Date: Jun 17, 2023

#R1#
Chenevert scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kangee scores with a nice right hand.
We've been hearing reports that Kangee has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Chenevert lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Chenevert buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kangee bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Chenevert's head.
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kangee ducks under a wild hook from Chenevert.
Kangee misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.#TD#
Kangee closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kangee wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chenevert keeps working.
Kangee controls the position.
Kangee tries to move into full mount but can't pass Chenevert's legs.
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!
Chenevert trying to remain calm as Kangee controls from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Kangee has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Chenevert connects with a nice looking jab.
Kangee gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Chenevert counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Kangee dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Kangee bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kangee laying and praying for a moment but Chenevert takes advantage and regains half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kangee in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Kangee wants to work for an arm triangle but Chenevert is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T3#
Kangee looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kangee performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kangee is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Kangee trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kangee is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Kangee.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Chenevert catches Kangee with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kangee misses with a hook. Chenevert ducked under it nicely.
Kangee slips under a jab.
Kangee throws a lazy uppercut
and Chenevert counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kangee throws a lazy uppercut
and Chenevert counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Chenevert lands a lovely overhand right.
Kangee misses with a few strikes there.
Chenevert throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kangee on the side of the head.
Kangee moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hinto Kangee dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kangee fails with a takedown attempt.
Kangee loads up on a big right hand but Chenevert slips the punch.
Kangee shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense.
Chenevert looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Chenevert throws a leg kick that is checked
and Kangee counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chenevert moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A jab from Chenevert misses.
Chenevert takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kangee displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chenevert throws out the jab.
Kangee tests Chenevert's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Chenevert throws a shot from downtown. Kangee moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kangee throws the left hand but Chenevert avoids the punch easily.
Kangee misses with a hook. Chenevert ducked under it nicely.
Chenevert throws a big shot that misses.
Nazaire Chenevert seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kangee bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chenevert slips under a jab from Kangee.
Chenevert misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kangee counters with a nice uppercut.
Kangee is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chenevert can do to turn this around?#T1#
Kangee looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Chenevert is fending him off so far but Kangee persists. Nope, Chenevert circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hinto Kangee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice leg kick from Chenevert, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kangee is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Chenevert lands with a straight right. Kangee didn't see that one coming.
Chenevert dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kangee. That did some damage!
Chenevert looks to land a left hand but Kangee moved out of range nicely.
Kangee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chenevert.
Kangee staying out of range there.
Kangee looks to land a right hand but Chenevert moved out of range.
Chenevert fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kangee tries for a takedown but Chenevert sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nazaire Chenevert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Kangee shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kangee showed some decent athleticism there.
Kangee is looking to advance position but Chenevert won't allow it. #T2#
Chenevert is trying to control but can't.
Kangee is keen to just control but Chenevert is a slippery customer.
Kangee stalling away here and it's allowed Chenevert to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chenevert is trying to keep Kangee in close.
Chenevert keeping moving, preventing Kangee from controlling successfully.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Chenevert has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kangee has passed into side control. #T3#
Kangee controlling the position from side mount.
Hinto Kangee overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kangee seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Chenevert for as long as he can get away with.
Chenevert tries to improve position but can't.
The referee asks Kangee politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Kangee prefers to stall for the moment though.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
You can see the frustration on Chenevert's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Chenevert throws a body punch but Kangee moves out of range.
A punch combination from Kangee misses. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Chenevert enables Kangee to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Chenevert manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Kangee slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Kangee forces his way into half guard.
Chenevert is staying active underneath Kangee, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hinto Kangee dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Kangee tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Chenevert defends well and Kangee ends up having to push Chenevert into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Chenevert doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kangee lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Chenevert tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chenevert throws a head punch that misses.
Chenevert lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kangee backwards.
Chenevert lands with a light punch inside.
Chenevert doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Chenevert.
Kangee drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chenevert pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kangee shoots for a takedown but Chenevert saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hinto Kangee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kangee throws a right and a left that both miss.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chenevert.
Chenevert with the inside leg kick.
Kangee throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chenevert counters with a thumping low kick.
Kangee checks the leg kick nicely there.
Chenevert ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Kangee throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Kangee throws a right hand that misses
letting Chenevert counter with a right hand.
Kangee 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.
Kangee has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Chenevert.
No luck for Kangee with that takedown attempt.
A big right from Chenevert misses.
Chenevert scores with a body shot.
Chenevert throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kangee is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kangee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kangee swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chenevert counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kangee tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kangee misses the jab.
Kangee takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kangee tries for a takedown but Chenevert sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Chenevert scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick lands for Chenevert. #T2#
Chenevert chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kangee rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chenevert counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kangee thinking. #TD#
Kangee fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Chenevert sprawls well initially but Kangee persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kangee seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Chenevert does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Chenevert is looking for a sweep. Kangee is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kangee trying to mount his opponent but Chenevert defends it.
Chenevert felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Kangee is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chenevert defends it well.
Kangee trying to mount his opponent but Chenevert defends it. #T3#
Kangee is taking a breather. Chenevert says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Kangee wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chenevert keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A clash of legs there as Kangee blocks the low kick.
Kangee throws a hook but Chenevert blocks it.
Chenevert throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Chenevert blocks a jab.
Chenevert only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Chenevert slips under a jab from Kangee.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A jab lands there for Kangee.
Kangee throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chenevert counters with a nice body kick.
Chenevert lands with an uppercut that bounces Kangee off the cage and back into range.
Kangee misses with a hook. Chenevert ducked under it nicely.
Kangee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kangee drops down looking for a counter takedown but Chenevert sprawls and moves away.
Kangee darts in looking for a takedown but Chenevert gets double underhooks and turns Kangee into the cage.
Chenevert lands with a left to the head.
Chenevert working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kangee has Chenevert pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Chenevert manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Chenevert can't find room to land a body shot as Kangee controls the action.
Chenevert lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kangee.
Chenevert swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Chenevert.
Chenevert swings wildly with an uppercut but Kangee uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chenevert misses with some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Chenevert stuns Kangee with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kangee misses with a hook
and Chenevert counters with a body kick that stops Kangee in his tracks momentarily.
Chenevert avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chenevert fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kangee has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Chenevert misses with a body shot.
Chenevert with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Chenevert.
Chenevert swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Chenevert takes one to the chin there.
Chenevert keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kangee looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Chenevert misses its intended target.
Kangee ducks under a wild hook from Chenevert.
Kangee dips to his left and cracks Chenevert with an uppercut!
Kangee's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Chenevert connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kangee scrambles back to his feet.
Good work by Kangee as he checks the leg kick.#T1##TD#
Kangee looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Chenevert being controlled here, momentarily.
Chenevert pulls Kangee in to control the position.
Kangee trying to control the position from guard on top but Chenevert is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kangee is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A combination from Kangee does no damage.
Chenevert scores with a punch to the head.
Kangee 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.
Kangee shoots in looking for a takedown. Chenevert tries to sprawl out of it but Kangee keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Chenevert manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hinto Kangee. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Kangee misses with a hook. Chenevert ducked under it nicely.
Chenevert throws a low kick but Kangee avoids it.
Chenevert with a jab.
Chenevert scores with a leg kick.
Chenevert 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.
Kangee attempts a counter takedown but Chenevert avoids it well and moves away.
Chenevert throws a quick inside leg kick.
Chenevert stuffs the takedown.
Chenevert connects with a solid leg kick.
Kangee throws out a loose jab but Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid it.
It seemed like Chenevert was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Chenevert uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kangee.
Chenevert connects with a body shot that sends Kangee's belly button to the back.
Kangee throws a hook to the side of Chenevert's head but Chenevert sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chenevert pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kangee half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kangee shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense. #T4#
Chenevert swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kangee.
Chenevert fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kangee.
Kangee throws a body shot but no joy.
Chenevert finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chenevert works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Chenevert connects with a jab.
Kangee pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Kangee drives through with a takedown into guard.
Kangee wants to control from the top but Chenevert keeps moving.
Kangee is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kangee trying to control the position from guard on top but Chenevert is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that fourth 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Chenevert walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A big left from Chenevert misses.
Kangee appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A slow jab from Chenevert misses its intended target.
Kangee changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Chenevert tries to avoid it but Kangee manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Chenevert to the ground. Chenevert escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kangee throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chenevert throws out a counter right but Kangee avoids it with no problem.
The fighters circling - Kangee throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kangee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chenevert.
Kangee fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Chenevert throws a body punch but Kangee moves out of range.
Chenevert misses with a hook. Kangee ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kangee throws a series of punches but Chenevert avoids them all with ease.
Kangee misses with a straight right.
Donk. Chenevert catches Kangee right on the button with a cross.
Kangee throws a hook to the side of Chenevert's head but Chenevert sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Kangee drives through with a takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chenevert wants to sweep here but Kangee controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Kangee is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Chenevert has his hands on Kangee's head, controlling the position.
Kangee showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Chenevert pulls Kangee in close to his closed guard and prevents Kangee from doing any damage or advancing position.
Let's hope that Chenevert has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Chenevert keeping moving, preventing Kangee from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Chenevert misses with a straight right.
Chenevert lands a head shot.
Chenevert fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kangee manages to avoid it.
Kangee walks forward, straight into a front kick from Chenevert.
Chenevert throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kangee sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kangee moves out of range as Chenevert strikes.
Kangee misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.
Kangee lands a really nice looking cross but Chenevert seems unphased.
Kangee misses with a hook. Chenevert ducked under it nicely.
Chenevert misses the shot to the body.
Good leg kick by Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a leg kick which misses Kangee's front leg but catches the back leg as Kangee tries to avoid it.
Kangee misses with a looping left.
Donk. Chenevert catches Kangee right on the button with a cross.#T4#
Chenevert scoring well with a low kick there.
Chenevert lands a leg kick that knocks Kangee off balance momentarily.
A jab from Chenevert misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from Chenevert misses.
Chenevert throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Kangee counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Chenevert tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Kangee has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Chenevert tries to hold on but Kangee pushes him away.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Hinto Kangee.
I think Kangee 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 47:48
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 48:47
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Hinto Kangee!
Hinto Kangee retains his middleweight title!
Hinto Kangee thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 48: Chenevert vs Kangee
Date: May 13, 2023

#R1#
Chenevert walks into a stiff left hand from Kangee.
A big right from Kangee misses.
Chenevert throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chenevert moves forwards but Kangee connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kangee scores with a jab. Chenevert acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kangee is trying hard to land a takedown here. Chenevert sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
We've been told by Chenevert's head coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Chenevert just misses with a punch to the body.
Chenevert throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kangee looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kangee lands a nice hook to Chenevert's body. Chenevert takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kangee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chenevert.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good shot there by Kangee.
Kangee throws a hook to the side of Chenevert's head but Chenevert sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kangee misses with a wild body shot.
Kangee throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kangee fails with a takedown attempt. #T1#
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kangee moves away.
Kangee throws a series of punches but Chenevert moves out of range.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Kangee.
A punch combination from Kangee misses.
Kangee fails with a takedown attempt.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hinto Kangee.
Kangee chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Chenevert can pounce on him. #TD2#
Kangee closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Chenevert to the mat! Chenevert manages to get full guard.
Kangee is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2##T3#
Kangee stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chenevert swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kangee is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kangee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hinto Kangee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kangee looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kangee or perhaps it was just good defense by Chenevert, which made it look bad.
Kangee avoids the body shot from Chenevert.
Kangee lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chenevert circles away quickly and effectively.#T4#
Chenevert throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kangee shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense.
Kangee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chenevert feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kangee connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The fighters circling - Chenevert throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Chenevert thuds his right hand into Kangee's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kangee throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Chenevert slips a jab and a cross from Kangee.
Chenevert half committed to a counter leg kick.
Chenevert throws a leg kick but Kangee moved away.
Chenevert jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kangee connects with a nice looking jab.
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!
Chenevert connects with a jab.
Kangee closes this distance looking for a takedown but Chenevert circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hinto Kangee dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Chenevert fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kangee checks it well.
Kangee throws an overhand right that lands on Chenevert's shoulder, as Chenevert tries to avoid the shot. #TD2#
Kangee drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kangee advances nicely into full mount.
Chenevert tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chenevert tries to hold on but Kangee pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kangee controlling the pace for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Chenevert tries to hold on but Kangee pushes him away.
Chenevert tries to reverse the position but Kangee maintains control.
Kangee sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Kangee looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Chenevert working to try and regain half guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Chenevert is working hard here to advance position.
Kangee looking to control and managing it successfully.
Chenevert can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kangee controlling from mount.
Kangee has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Kangee trying to control but Chenevert is having none of it.
Kangee controlling from the full mount.
Kangee is continuing to stall.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Chenevert tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kangee can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Chenevert is looking to escape.
Kangee controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kangee tries to control but Chenevert wriggling away. #SUB2#
Kangee working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hinto Kangee 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##TD2#
Chenevert gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kangee to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kangee sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Let's hope that Kangee has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Kangee trying to control but Chenevert is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kangee lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #TD2#
Kangee shoots in and bounces Chenevert off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Kangee is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kangee pushes down on Chenevert's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T3#
Kangee looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Chenevert is staying active underneath Kangee, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kangee content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The adventures of Kangee the control monster continue. Boring.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kangee misses with a two punch combination.
Chenevert throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Kangee moves into the clinch.
Chenevert lands a shot to the body.
Kangee wants a takedown but no success here.
Good body shot from Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kangees head.
Kangee is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chenevert lands a hook that snaps the head of Kangee backwards.
Chenevert misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Chenevert.
A right handed body shot lands from Chenevert.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hinto Kangee really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Kangee.
Kangee tests Chenevert's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kangee lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chenevert circles away quickly and effectively.
Kangee swings widly with a right hand
and Kangee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chenevert throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kangee uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Chenevert has time to react.
Kangee misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.
Kangee misses with a two punch combination.
Chenevert misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Kangee shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kangee was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kangee advances nicely into full mount. #T1#
Kangee wants to control the pace but Chenevert is squirming around nicely.
Kangee takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hinto Kangee has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kangee trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Chenevert is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kangee tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Chenevert is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB2#
Kangee looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T3#
Kangee tries to control but Chenevert wriggling away.
Kangee might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Chenevert haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kangee content just to control the position here. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Kangee.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hinto Kangee dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
An inside leg kick lands from Chenevert.
Kangee throws a shot from downtown. Chenevert moves away and avoids it.
Chenevert lands a nice shot to the body.
Chenevert ducks right into an uppercut from Kangee.
Kangee fails with a takedown attempt.
Kangee 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left lands for Kangee.
Kangee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Chenevert connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kangee moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Chenevert moves out of range as Kangee strikes.
Chenevert slaps away a takedown attempt from Kangee, before circling back to the center of the mat.
As Kangee backs away, Chenevert returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Kangee with a lazy takedown attempt
and Chenevert connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hinto Kangee.
Kangee throws an overhand right that lands on Chenevert's shoulder, as Chenevert tries to avoid the shot.
A quick step to the side and Chenevert tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Kangee throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nazaire Chenevert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kangee drops his hands momentarily and Chenevert takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A solid leg kick lands there for Chenevert. #TD2#
Kangee gets a double leg takedown into Chenevert's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chenevert can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kangee controls the pace.
Hinto Kangee is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Kangee trying to control but Chenevert is working from the bottom.
Chenevert is controlling Kangee's posture.#T3#
Kangee pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chenevert is keeping the position for now.
Kangee trying to control the position from guard on top but Chenevert is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kangee ducks under a wild hook from Chenevert.
Kangee shoots and misses
and Kangee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kangee misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.
Chenevert is looking to counter punch.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kangee throws a jab when Chenevert was well out of range.
Kangee throws an off balance right hand
and Chenevert counters with an outside leg kick.
Kangee misses with an uppercut.
Kangee looks to land a left hand but Chenevert moved out of range nicely.
Chenevert looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kangee fails with the takedown.
Kangee misses the shot to the body.
Chenevert blocks a jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kangee misses with a wild combination.
Nazaire Chenevert has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kangee loads up on a big right hand but Chenevert slips the punch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 46:49
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 46:49
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 46:49

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

Event: HFC 45:Handerson vs Maan 2
Date: Apr 22, 2023

#R1#
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pederson's coach down at Triumph Over Fear was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Pederson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Pederson shoots and misses
enabling Chenevert to counter with a crisp jab.
We've been told by Chenevert's head coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Pederson throws an off balance right hand
enabling Chenevert to counter with a crisp jab.
Chenevert throws a solid leg kick but Pederson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chenevert.
Pederson follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Pederson looks to score with a jab to the body but Chenevert is just out of range.
Chenevert throws a nice inside leg kick.
Chenevert stuffs the takedown.
Pederson throws a shot from downtown. Chenevert moves away and avoids it.
Chenevert fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Pederson is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Pederson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Pederson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chenevert keeps working. #SUB2#
Pederson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Pederson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Pederson looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Chenevert is avoiding damage well.
Chenevert manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Pederson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pederson trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pederson wants to get back to full guard.
Chenevert slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
Pederson wants to control but Chenevert is keeping busy.
Chenevert prevents Pederson from improving his position.
Pederson is looking to control Chenevert's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pederson avoid being mounted?#T3#
Pederson wants to improve his position but Chenevert is controlling well. #SUB2#
Pederson has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Chenevert escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Chenevert!
Pederson is letting Chenevert control him for a moment.
Pederson wants to control but Chenevert postures up.
Pederson gets back to half guard.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Pederson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Chenevert postures up.
Pederson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Chenevert has passed into side control.
Pederson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Chenevert controlling from side mount.
Chenevert knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Pederson on the ground.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pederson struggling a bit here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chenevert moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Pederson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Chenevert counters with an outside leg kick.
Pederson checks a leg kick.
Chenevert slips a straight right by Pederson.
Pederson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chenevert displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pederson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pederson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Chenevert's jab looks to have found its range, popping Pederson under the eye.
Chenevert is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pederson can do to turn this around?
Pederson misses with a shot to the body
and Chenevert counters with a nice uppercut.
A shot to the body from Pederson misses
and Chenevert counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Pederson thinking. #T1#
Pederson misses with a shot to the body
and Chenevert counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Pederson swings for the body but Chenevert moves out of range.
Chenevert tried to counter with a leg kick but Pederson avoided it.
A low kick from Pederson is predictable there
and Chenevert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pederson throws an off balance right hand
and Chenevert counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Pederson throws a hook but Chenevert avoids it easily.
Pederson misses with a body punch
and Chenevert counters with an outside leg kick.
Chenevert checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Pederson misses with a left hand
and Chenevert counters with a thumping low kick.
Pederson misses with a looping left.
Jab from Chenevert.
Chenevert slips a straight right by Pederson.
A solid leg kick lands there for Chenevert. #T2#
Chenevert swings for the body but Pederson moves out of range.
Nazaire Chenevert is winning the standup battle so far.
Pederson lands a leg kick that knocks Chenevert off balance momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chenevert throws a leg kick but Pederson moved away.
Chenevert moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromPederson.
Chenevert tests Pederson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Chenevert slips under a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Chenevert.
Chenevert staying out of range there.
A shot to the liver by Chenevert. Beautiful body shot.
Chenevert slips a straight right by Pederson.
Pederson misses with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chenevert. Pederson does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Chenevert throws a body punch but Pederson moves out of range.
Chenevert checks the leg kick.
Chenevert's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Pederson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Chenevert scrambles back to his feet.
Chenevert connects with a looping right hand.
Pederson tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chenevert counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Chenevert keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nazaire Chenevert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pederson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Chenevert sprawls well. Chenevert wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Pederson gets slowly back to his feet.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Deanthony Pederson.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pederson moves away.#T4#
Chenevert throws a leg kick that misses.
Pederson fails with the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Chenevert misses the target.
Pederson dives in and grabs Chenevert's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chenevert pushes down on Pederson's head and hops out.
Chenevert loads up on a big right hand but Pederson slips the punch.
Pederson throws a sloppy body shot
and Chenevert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pederson tries for a takedown but Chenevert sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Pederson throws a chopping leg kick but Chenevert manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Nice body punch from Pederson.
Chenevert wants to slow Pederson down by chopping away at his legs.
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!
Chenevert shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A countering left hand to the body from Pederson misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
The fighters circle momentarily. Chenevert darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Chenevert scores with a punch to the head.
Pederson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chenevert with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Deanthony Pederson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pederson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Chenevert doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Chenevert throws a leg kick which misses Pederson's front leg but catches the back leg as Pederson tries to avoid it. #TD2#
Pederson scores with a takedown into Chenevert's guard.
Chenevert looking for a sweep. Not yet Chenevert, not yet.
Chenevert being controlled here, momentarily.
Pederson trying to control but Chenevert is working from the bottom. #T1#
Pederson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Pederson stays in close to Chenevert's body and controls the position.
Chenevert keeping moving, preventing Pederson from controlling successfully.
Pederson tries to free his leg and advance position but Chenevert is retaining full guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Pederson trying to control but Chenevert is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#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.
Pederson shoots in and drives through. Chenevert sprawls well.
Chenevert swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Pederson forces Chenevert back against the cage and clinches.
Chenevert tries to work over Pederson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chenevert blocks a body shot from Pederson.
Pederson misses with a punch on the inside.
Chenevert lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pederson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chenevert's elbow.
Pederson working aggressively here.
Chenevert is working Pederson over against the cage.
A short left from Chenevert.
Chenevert fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pederson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chenevert's elbow.
Pederson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Chenevert gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Chenevert makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3#
Chenevert tries to throw a body punch but Pederson avoids it by throwing Chenevert back against the cage.
Chenevert lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Chenevert lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Chenevert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Pederson backwards.
A right hand to the body from Pederson.
Chenevert lands a right hand.
Pederson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Chenevert just stands there and leans against the cage.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Deanthony Pederson.
Pederson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pederson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Pederson looking to stall.
Chenevert works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Pederson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chenevert throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A right handed body shot lands from Chenevert. #T4#
Chenevert stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Chenevert lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Chenevert lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Pederson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A body shot lands from Chenevert.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chenevert cracks Pederson with a nice body shot.
Chenevert lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Pederson backwards.
Chenevert lands a shoulder strike.
Nazaire Chenevert has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Pederson misses with a body punch.
Chenevert lands an uppercut.#ROC#Pederson is rocked!
A short uppercut from Chenevert.
Pederson is still on wobbly legs! Can Chenevert finish him?
Chenevert cracks Pederson with a nice body shot.
A hook to the body from Chenevert.
Chenevert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Pederson backwards.
Chenevert throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Chenevert creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Pederson with a big uppercut! Pederson tries to clinch up but Chenevert pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Pederson to the mat! Pederson covers up and Chenevert unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Nazaire Chenevert!
Nazaire Chenevert retains his middleweight title!
A victorious Nazaire Chenevert thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HFC 37: Chenevert vs Nemkov 2
Date: Feb 25, 2023

#R1#
A big left from Nemkov misses.
Chenevert throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Nemkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Chenevert throwing a counter right hand but Nemkov manages to avoid it.
Chenevert throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nemkov misses with a double jab.
It looked like Chenevert was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Chenevert moves away from the strike by Nemkov.
Nemkov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chenevert counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Chenevert lands with an uppercut that bounces Nemkov off the cage and back into range.
Nemkov misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chenevert defending well as Nemkov loads up on a big left hand.
Nemkov connects with the punch.
Chenevert slips under a jab.#T1#
Nemkov dips to his left and cracks Chenevert with an uppercut!
Nemkov throws a right hand that Chenevert ducks under and follows up with a left that Chenevert also avoids with ease.
Nemkov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Nemkov connects with a body shot that sends Chenevert's belly button to the back.
Chenevert takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Chenevert avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nemkov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nemkov throws a hook to the side of Chenevert's head but Chenevert sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice shot lands for Nemkov.
Eduradr Nemkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nemkov throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Chenevert throwing a counter right hand but Nemkov manages to avoid it.
Nemkov throws a sloppy body shot
and Chenevert connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chenevert lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nemkov throws a hook but Chenevert avoids it easily.
Nemkov misses with a looping right.
Nemkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Nemkov throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Chenevert thinks about countering with a head kick.
Chenevert on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Chenevert lands a big right hand and follows it up with an uppercut. Oh and another big punch and a knee - Nemkov can't take much more of this! Another big shot to the jaw from Chenevert and Nemkov drops to the floor. Beaten and bloodied - he had enough there. A vicious beatdown by Chenevert.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nazaire Chenevert!
Nazaire Chenevert retains his middleweight title!
An out of breath Nazaire Chenevert thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC 29:Night Champions 2
Date: Dec 31, 2022

#R1#
Monkee misses with a hook. Chenevert ducked under it nicely.
A slow jab from Monkee misses its intended target.
Chenevert steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Monkee.
Monkee misses with a body shot.
We've been told by Chenevert's head coaches at FIST OF FURY that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Monkee throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Chenevert to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Jo Monkee has been cut.
Chenevert lands with a hook. Monkee tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Monkee throws a poor cross that misses
and Monkee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chenevert keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Monkee.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Monkee.
The fighters circling - Monkee throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Monkee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Chenevert was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Monkee.
Chenevert moves out of range as Monkee strikes.
Nice uppercut there from Chenevert.
Monkee takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT#That has opened up Jo Monkee's cut even more.
Chenevert slips under a jab from Monkee.
Chenevert is looking to counter with a body kick.
Jo Monkee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Monkee misses with a hook.
Chenevert is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Monkee misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.
Monkee misses with a left hand
and Monkee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Decent striking displayed by Chenevert there.#T2#
Monkee throws an off balance right hand
and Chenevert counters with a straight right hand.
Monkee moves out of range of the leg kick from Chenevert.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Chenevert slips under a jab from Monkee.
Chenevert swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Monkee throws a sloppy body shot
and Chenevert counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#The cut above Jo Monkee's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chenevert uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Monkee.
Monkee swings widly with a right hand
and Chenevert counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Monkee lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#KD#
Chenevert drops Monkee with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Monkee looks back up at him and smiles so Chenevert waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Monkee is rocked!#T3##KD#
Chenevert lands a big uppercut and Monkee crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Monkee looks OK. Chenevert waves Monkee back to his feet!
Monkee is still on wobbly legs! Can Chenevert finish him?#CUT#Jo Monkee's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Chenevert drops Monkee with a huge uppercut! Monkee drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Chenevert is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nazaire Chenevert!
Nazaire Chenevert retains his middleweight title!
Nazaire Chenevert thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 24:Maynard vs Magomedov
Date: Nov 26, 2022

#R1#
Myanus with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Chenevert to score with a decent uppercut.
Chenevert throws a head kick that misses.
Myanus has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Chenevert.
Myanus tries to clinch but Chenevert moves away
and Chenevert counters with a nice uppercut.
A solid leg kick lands there for Chenevert.
Chenevert keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Myanus doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Chenevert counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#Myanus is rocked!
We've been told by Chenevert's head coaches at FIST OF FURY that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Myanus looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Myanus trying to control from half guard but Chenevert is working away.
Myanus sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Chenevert defending well though. #T1#
Myanus thows a huge punch but Chenevert dodges it nicely.
Myanus is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Myanus throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Myanus is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chenevert defends it well. #SUB2#
Myanus looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Myanus performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Myanus sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Chenevert defending well though. #SUB2#
Myanus seems to be working for a kimura but Chenevert defends the submission attempt.
Chenevert blocking the ground and pound attempt from Myanus. #T3#
Chenevert is looking for a sweep. Myanus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Myanus throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Chenevert is looking to control Myanus's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chenevert avoid being mounted?
Chenevert keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Myanus is looking for a kimura but Chenevert is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Myanus to get the leverage.
Myanus thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Myanus thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Chenevert is refusing to be controlled, as Myanus sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Myanus closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chenevert counters with a straight right hand.
Phil Myanus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Myanus shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Chenevert connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Myanus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chenevert.
Myanus closes this distance looking for a takedown but Chenevert circles away.
Chenevert quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Phil Myanus.
Myanus wants to clinch but Chenevert slips to the side
and Chenevert counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Myanus forces Chenevert back against the cage and clinches.
Chenevert is leaning against Myanus and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice body punch from Chenevert.
Chenevert digs a right hand into Myanus's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Myanus's gas tank.
Myanus fails to pull guard.
Chenevert scores with a shot to the side of Myanus's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chenevert lands a shoulder strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Myanus takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Myanus shoots in for a double leg but Chenevert sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Chenevert just misses with a punch to the body.
Myanus fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert avoids it really well and circles away.
Chenevert tried to counter with a leg kick but Myanus avoided it.
Chenevert thumps Myanus with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Chenevert cracks Myanus with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Myanus looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Chenevert finish him?
Myanus is still on wobbly legs! Can Chenevert finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Myanus looks to clinch
and Chenevert counters with a big left hand that crumples Myanus! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nazaire Chenevert!
Nazaire Chenevert retains his middleweight title!
Our winner, Nazaire Chenevert, 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: HFC16:Raynard vs Hattori
Date: Oct 08, 2022

#R1#
Chenevert feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Magomedovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Magomedov fails with the takedown
and Chenevert counters with a nice low kick that buckles Magomedov's knee momentarily.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but Chenevert shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
It appears Chenevert was looking to counter with a kick there.
Magomedov with a poor takedown
letting Chenevert counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Killov Magomedov has been cut.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Killov Magomedov.#TD2#
Chenevert gets caught napping as Magomedov dives in and scores a takedown. Chenevert manages to retain guard.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Magomedov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Magomedov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Magomedov trying to control but Chenevert is working from the bottom. #T1#
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chenevert swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Magomedov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Chenevert keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Chenevert counters with a good low kick that Magomedov was not able to check.
A nice leg kick lands there from Chenevert.
A nice inside leg kick there by Chenevert. That's going to slow Magomedov down.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Chenevert works Magomedov's body with a nice hook.
Chenevert with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Chenevert connects with a body shot that sends Magomedov's belly button to the back.
Magomedov misses with a right hand
and Chenevert counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've been told by Chenevert's head coaches at FIST OF FURY that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Chenevert with a nice calf kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chenevert lands a right hook to the body.
Magomedov misses with a takedown
and Chenevert counters with a thumping low kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Chenevert. That's going to slow Magomedov down.
Nazaire Chenevert is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov with a poor takedown
and Chenevert makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Killov Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Magomedov has his takedown stuffed
enabling Chenevert to counter with a crisp jab.
Magomedov looks winded!#T3#
Magomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Chenevert sprawls well. He's pushed Magomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Chenevert feints and then cracks Magomedov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Magomedov down.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Chenevert counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Magomedov thinking.
Chenevert catches Magomedov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC#Magomedov is rocked!
Chenevert lands a nice shot to the body. #KD#
Chenevert sends Magomedov crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Chenevert is motioning to the referee to let Magomedov up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Magomedov is still on wobbly legs! Can Chenevert finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chenevert fakes the body blow, causing Magomedov to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Magomedov goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nazaire Chenevert!
Nazaire Chenevert retains his middleweight title!
Our winner, Nazaire Chenevert, 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 10:Night Champions
Date: Sep 10, 2022

#R1#
Chenevert connects with a body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Chenevert.
Lawson tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chenevert counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lawson's knee momentarily.
Chenevert scoring well with a low kick there. #TD2#
Lawson shoots in and gets a takedown into Chenevert's guard.
Lawson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lawson throws a big right hand that misses.
Lawson trying to control the position from guard on top but Chenevert is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lawson has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Blacksmith MMA Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Lawson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Chenevert manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Lawson has Chenevert in his guard.#REVR#
Chenevert has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Chenevert is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1##SUB2#
Lawson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chenevert defends it easily.#SUB2#
Lawson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Lawson looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Chenevert passes into half guard.
Lawson desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chenevert is thwarting Lawson's attempts to control the position.
Chenevert takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lawson is pressing down on Chenevert's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Lawson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chenevert gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lawson wants to sweep but no luck. #T3##SUB2#
Chenevert avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Chenevert is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Lawson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Lawson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Chenevert avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Lawson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lawson has his foot on Chenevert's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chenevert works his way back into a safe position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lawson keeping moving, preventing Chenevert from controlling successfully.
Lawson is adopting a defensive guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jack Lawson will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lawson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Chenevert counters with a good low kick that Lawson was not able to check.
Lawson misses with a takedown
and Chenevert counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jack Lawson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawson tries to clinch up
and Chenevert counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Lawson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Chenevert defends it nicely.
Lawson just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromChenevert.
Nazaire Chenevert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Lawson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawson moves forwards but Chenevert connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Chenevert stuffs the takedown attempt from Lawson. Lawson gets slowly back to his feet. #T1##KD#
Chenevert drops Lawson with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Lawson looks back up at him and smiles so Chenevert waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Lawson is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Jack Lawson has been cut.
Lawson darts in looking for a takedown but Chenevert gets double underhooks and turns Lawson into the cage.
Lawson is still on wobbly legs! Can Chenevert finish him?
Lawson closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chenevert counters with a crisp right that sends Lawson to the canvas! Chenevert follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nazaire Chenevert!
Nazaire Chenevert is the new middleweight champion!
Nazaire Chenevert thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 7:Kislyak vs Peramaki
Date: Aug 20, 2022

#R1#
A left lands for Long.#CUT2#It looks like Nazaire Chenevert has been cut.
Long is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chenevert.
Chenevert looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Long lands with a right hand.
Long misses with a left hand
and Chenevert connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice defenses there by Chenevert.
Chenevert looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Long missing with a left hand there. Chenevert was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chenevert appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Long waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chenevert.
Chenevert was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Long misses with an uppercut.
Long avoids the head kick by Chenevert.
Long misses with an uppercut
and Chenevert counters with a low kick, right behind Long 's knee.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Long throws an off balance right hand
and Chenevert counters with a good, hard body kick but Long shrugs it off.
Long throws a right hand that misses
and Chenevert counters with a low kick, right behind Long 's knee.
A big right from Long misses.
Long throws an off balance right hand
and Chenevert counters with an outside leg kick.
Long looks winded!
Long throws an off balance right hand
and Chenevert counters with an inside leg kick.
Chenevert lands a head kick! #T1#
Long throws the left hand but Chenevert avoids the punch easily.
Long throws an off balance right hand
and Chenevert counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Long thinking. #KD#
Chenevert lands a big uppercut and Long crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Long looks OK. Chenevert waves Long back to his feet!#ROC#Long is rocked!
Long takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Long is still on wobbly legs! Can Chenevert finish him?
A nice inside leg kick there by Chenevert. That's going to slow Long down.
Chenevert throws an overhand right that drops Long like a sack of potatoes! Chenevert dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nazaire Chenevert!
Nazaire Chenevert thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 2:Sage vs Valejo
Date: Jul 23, 2022

#R1#
Nemkov missing with a left hand there. Chenevert was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nemkov throws a jab when Chenevert was well out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Nemkov. That snapped Chenevert's head back.
Nemkov throws a series of punches but Chenevert moves out of range.
Chenevert was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Nemkov misses with an uppercut
and Chenevert makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Nemkov really felt that one!
Chenevert slips under a jab from Nemkov.
Chenevert ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nemkov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nemkov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chenevert steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nemkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nemkov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Chenevert slips under a jab.
Chenevert counters with a body kick.
Nemkov throws a hook but Chenevert avoids it easily.
Chenevert looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Chenevert slips a straight right by Nemkov.#T1#
Nemkov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nemkov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nemkov misses with a looping right.
Nemkov looks to throw the jab but Chenevert is out of range.
Nemkov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Chenevert! But no joy.
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nemkov misses with a left hand
and Chenevert counters with a nice body kick.
Nemkov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Chenevert's hands.
Chenevert walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nemkov misses with a left hand
and Chenevert counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nemkov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chenevert was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#KD2#
Chenevert lands a big head kick that sends Nemkov tumbling to the mat! Chenevert takes a step backwards and waves Nemkov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Nemkov is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Eduradr Nemkov has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice jab there from Nemkov.
Nemkov connects with the punch.#T2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Chenevert. That's going to slow Nemkov down.
Nemkov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chenevert counters with a good low kick that Nemkov was not able to check.
Chenevert takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nemkov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chenevert sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nemkov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chenevert circles away quickly and effectively.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Nemkov.
Chenevert looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Chenevert moves out of range of the strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Chenevert misses.
A jab from Nemkov finds it's way through Chenevert's defenses.
A big right from Nemkov misses.
Chenevert moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nemkov misses with a hook
and Chenevert counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chenevert with the inside leg kick. #T3#
Nemkov sizes up Chenevert with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nemkov looks to throw the jab but Chenevert is out of range.
Nemkov looks to throw the jab but Chenevert is out of range.
Chenevert looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nemkov throws an overhand right that lands on Chenevert's shoulder, as Chenevert tries to avoid the shot.
Nemkov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chenevert.
Nemkov throws a looping overhand right but Chenevert ducks down to avoid it.
Chenevert now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nemkov swinging wildly here.
Nemkov throws a poor cross that misses
and as Nemkov loses concentration momentarily, Chenevert counters with a picture perfect head kick! Nemkov goes down, out cold! The referee rushed in to check on his condition - I'm sure he'll be ok but that was a massive knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Nazaire Chenevert!
A relieved looking Nazaire Chenevert thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 10, 2022

#R1#
Chenevert with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Long to score with a decent uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Nazaire Chenevert has been cut.
Long clobbers Chenevert with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Long throws a big shot that misses.
Long's jab looks to have found its range, popping Chenevert under the eye.
Chenevert slips a jab from Long.
Chenevert jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Long misses with a two punch combination.
Long waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chenevert.
Chenevert misses with a straight left.
Chenevert buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Long throws a jab but it's blocked by Chenevert.
Long lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Long throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Long throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chenevert swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Long throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Long connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Long throws a looping overhand right but Chenevert ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Chenevert bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Long is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chenevert.
Long rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chenevert makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Long really felt that one!
Long is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Chenevert fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Long manages to avoid it.
Long moves into range and connects with a jab.
Long throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Chenevert uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Long.
Long is breathing heavily.
Long ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chenevert with the inside leg kick.
Chenevert steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Long.
Long misses with a straight left.
A big left from Long misses.
Chenevert looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Long throws a lazy right hand but Chenevert sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Long lands a lovely overhand right.
Chenevert just misses with a punch to the body.
Long throws the left hand but Chenevert avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Long misses with a lunging right hand
and Chenevert counters with a good low kick that Long was not able to check.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chenevert dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Long. That did some damage!
Chenevert comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Chenevert bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Chenevert ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Long moves away.
Chenevert feints and then cracks Long's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Long down.
Chenevert takes a swing at Long's ribcage but misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chenevert.
Long moves out of range of the strikes.
Chenevert misses with a body kick.
A big right from Long misses.
Chenevert dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Long. That did some damage!
Long misses with a left hand
and Chenevert counters with a thumping low kick.
Chenevert lands the left hand.#T3#
Chenevert scores with a spinning back kick!
A low kick lands for Chenevert.
Chenevert tests Long's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Chenevert cracks a nice hook into Long's ribs.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chenevert.
Long swinging wildly here.
Long takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Chenevert lands with a kick to the ribs.
Long waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chenevert.
Chenevert dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Long. That did some damage!
Chenevert with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Chenevert. Long does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Long throws a jab when Chenevert was well out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Chenevert.
Long displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chenevert throws out the jab.
Chenevert dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Long. That did some damage!
Al Long seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chenevert looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Long misses with a right hand
and Chenevert counters with a slapping leg kick.
That kick from Chenevert tenderised Long's leg. Long is trying to keep his angry face on.
A slow jab from Long misses its intended target.
Chenevert uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Long.
Chenevert misses with a hook. Long ducked under it nicely.
Long throwing a counter right hand but Chenevert manages to avoid it.
Chenevert misses with an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chenevert buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Chenevert stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Chenevert scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nazaire Chenevert dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nazaire Chenevert's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Long has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Chenevert.
Long misses with a looping right.
Chenevert defending well as Long loads up on a big left hand.
Long misses with an uppercut. Chenevert saw that one coming.
Chenevert thuds his right hand into Long's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Long throws a jab when Chenevert was well out of range.
Long misses with a right hand
and Chenevert counters with a slapping leg kick.
A big left from Long misses.
Chenevert slips a straight right by Long.
Chenevert has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Chenevert slips a straight right by Long.
A countering left hand to the body from Chenevert misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chenevert ducks under a wild hook from Long.
It seemed like Chenevert was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Long takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #ROC2#Long is rocked!
Chenevert displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Long throws out the jab.
Oh Long is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Long's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Chenevert looks to land a left hand but Long moved out of range nicely.
Chenevert fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Long.
Long seems to have got his legs back now.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
A slow jab from Long misses its intended target. #KD2#
Chenevert cracks Long with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Chenevert has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Long to stand back up!
That kick from Chenevert tenderised Long's leg. Long is trying to keep his angry face on.
Chenevert thuds his shin into the meat of Long's side.
Chenevert throws a nice inside leg kick.
Chenevert lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Long is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A nice leg kick lands there from Chenevert.
Chenevert throws a front kick that sends Long stumbling back into the cage.
Long gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Chenevert gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nazaire Chenevert!
During a confident post fight interview, Nazaire Chenevert thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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