Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: NYF 90: Perry vs Carter
Date: Nov 09, 2024

#R1#
Simons uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Beukeboom.
Beukeboom gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Simons walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Beukeboom on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Simons fails to land with a series of punches.
Beukeboom takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Beukeboom misses with a looping left.
Beukeboom misses with a hook
and Simons counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab from Simons misses.
Beukeboom dodges the punch combination from Simons.
Beukeboom misses the jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simons steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Beukeboom.
Simons takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A left and a right from Simons both land. Nice combination.
Nice straight punches there by Beukeboom. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Beukeboom.
Beukeboom has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
No joy there for Simons, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Beukeboom misses the target.
Beukeboom cracks Simons with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Simons swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Beukeboom swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Beukeboom takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A nice combination there by Simons.
Simons takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A telegraphed right hand from Beukeboom misses the target.
Simons ducks right into an uppercut from Beukeboom.
Simons throws a shot from downtown. Beukeboom moves away and avoids it.
Simons uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Beukeboom.
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!
Beukeboom slips under a jab.
Beukeboom moves out of range of the strikes.
Sloppy strikes from Simons. Those never looked like landing.
Beukeboom punishes Simons's body with a nice straight punch.
Beukeboom on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T2#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Beukeboom, as that shot connected. #CUT#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
Simons throws an off balance right hand
and Beukeboom counters with a stiff right hand.
Beukeboom moves away from the strike by Simons.
Simons swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Simons throws a lazy uppercut
and Beukeboom cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Beukeboom is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Simons throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
It looked like Beukeboom wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Simons looks to land a left hand but Beukeboom moved out of range nicely.
Beukeboom thuds a left hand into Simons's body.
Simons misses with a combination
and Beukeboom cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Simons falls off balance throwing a combination
and Beukeboom counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Beukeboom throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Simons on the side of the head.
Simons lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Simons.
Simons throws a body punch but Beukeboom moves out of range.
Beukeboom is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Beukeboom throws an overhand right that lands on Simons's shoulder, as Simons tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Donk. Beukeboom catches Simons right on the button with a cross.
Simons moves out of range of the strikes.
Beukeboom misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Simons.
Simons avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Simons throws a hook but Beukeboom blocks it.
Simons throws a right and a left that Beukeboom avoids nicely.
Simons takes one to the side of the head.
Beukeboom lands with a nice body punch.
Simons connects with a right hand. Beukeboom shakes it off.
Beukeboom waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Simons.
Beukeboom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simons throws out the jab.
Simons looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beukeboom. Simons does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beukeboom lands a jab to Simons's midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beukeboom moves out of range as Simons strikes.
Beukeboom lands an overhand right.#T4#
Simons jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Simons looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Beukeboom stalks Simons and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Simons's face. Simons staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT#That has opened up Russ Simons's cut even more.
Beukeboom throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Simons lands with a good body shot.
Simons keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Beukeboom.
Simons misses with a lunging right hand
and Beukeboom counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Beukeboom throws a combination that misses
and Simons counters with a stiff right hand.
Beukeboom misses with an uppercut. Simons saw that one coming.
Beukeboom swings for the body but Simons moves out of range.
Beukeboom lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Simons at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Beukeboom misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Simons.
Simons closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Beukeboom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simons throws out the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Russ Simons will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Russ Simons's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Beukeboom works Simons's body with a nice hook.
Beukeboom showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Simons.
It looked like Beukeboom wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Simons slips under a jab.
Beukeboom slips a straight right by Simons.
Beukeboom throws a right hand that Simons ducks under and follows up with a left that Simons also avoids with ease.
Simons throws a series of strikes that have Beukeboom backpedaling.
Beukeboom throws the left hand but Simons avoids the punch easily.
Simons lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Beukeboom swings for the body but Simons moves out of range.
Beukeboom fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Beukeboom punishes Simons's body with a nice straight punch.
Russ Simons seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Simons slips a jab from Beukeboom.
Simons unleashes a big counter combination but Beukeboom bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beukeboom throws a poor cross that misses
and Beukeboom takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Simons defending well as Beukeboom loads up on a big left hand. #T1##KD2#
Simons lands a left and a right that send Beukeboom crashing to the mat, dazed. Simons thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Beukeboom is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Probert Beukeboom has been cut.
Simons finds Beukeboom's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Beukeboom flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Simons lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Beukeboom will be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russ Simons!
After winning the bout, Russ Simons thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: NYF 87:Deiveredo vs Yordan III
Date: Oct 12, 2024

#R1#
Vidalotis defending well as Simons loads up on a big left hand.
Vidalotis swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Simons.
Vidalotis tries to clinch but Simons moves out of range.
Simons lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT#It looks like Leonidas Vidalotis has been cut.
A left lands for Vidalotis.
Simons moves out of range as Vidalotis throws a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Simons misses the target.
Simons walks into a left hand.
Simons looks to land a combination but Vidalotis avoids it well.
A punch combination from Vidalotis misses.
Vidalotis takes a swing at Simons's ribcage but misses.
Simons was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A jab from Simons misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simons defending well as Vidalotis loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Simons was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Vidalotis lands a really nice looking cross but Simons seems unphased. #CUT2#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
A big right from Vidalotis misses.
Vidalotis throws a lazy body kick
and Simons counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vidalotis with a hook.
Vidalotis showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Simons. #T1#
Vidalotis thuds his right hand into Simons's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Vidalotis slips a jab from Simons.
Vidalotis comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Simons misses the jab.#TD2#
Vidalotis 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.
Vidalotis with a flurry of punches that miss.
Vidalotis throws a big elbow that misses.
Vidalotis is working Simons over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Simons working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Vidalotis.
Vidalotis is stalling in the full guard.
Vidalotis trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Vidalotis wants to control from the top but Simons keeps moving.
Vidalotis throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Vidalotis drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Simons manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Vidalotis has Simons in his guard.#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vidalotis wants to sweep here but Simons controlling him for the moment.
Vidalotis has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Simons is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Simons stopping the sweep attempt from Vidalotis.
Vidalotis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vidalotis wants to sweep but no luck.
Simons is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Simons has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Vidalotis is pulling down on Simons's head. It's preventing any offense from Simons, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Vidalotis misses with a left hand
and Vidalotis takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A combination from Simons does no damage.
Vidalotis scores with a sloppy right hand. Simons should have avoided that one.
Vidalotis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Simons feints a jab promting Vidalotis to slip. Simons then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Vidalotis slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT#That has opened up Leonidas Vidalotis's cut even more.
Simons has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Simons there as he acknowledges the shot.#T4#
Vidalotis throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Vidalotis clinches up against the cage.
We've been informed that Vidalotis has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Vidalotis blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Vidalotis scores with a nice short uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Simons misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Simons throws a head punch that misses.
Vidalotis is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Simons is keeping busy.
Simons prevents the takedown attempt. #BC2#
Vidalotis escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vidalotis looks to score with a jab to the body but Simons is just out of range.
Simons swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Simons swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Vidalotis with a body punch. A glancing blow. #KD#
Simons lands a left and a right that send Vidalotis crashing to the mat, dazed. Simons thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Vidalotis backs away from a small jab... but Simons lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Vidalotis crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Simons with a spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Russ Simons!
After winning the bout, Russ Simons thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: NYF 86: Carter vs Brewer
Date: Oct 05, 2024

#R1#
Simons takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ahola stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Simons goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT#It looks like Jouka Ahola has been cut.
Simons is throwing punches like he's double parked. Oh my word! Huge right hand from Simons shuts the power down on Ahola. Lights out, game over! Simons is your winner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Russ Simons!
A victorious Russ Simons thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: NYF 82: Carter vs River
Date: Sep 07, 2024

#R1#
Jacobson throws a series of strikes that have Simons backpedaling. #CUT2#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
Danga de danga de dang - Simons scores with a four punch combination!#CUT#It looks like Marshall Jacobson has been cut.
Simons scores with a punch to the head.
Jacobson misses with a straight left.
Jacobson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Simons waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jacobson.
Jacobson slips under a jab.
Jacobson tries to land a leg kick but Simons saw it coming and moves away.
Simons swings widly with a right hand
and Jacobson counters with a left to the body.
Simons keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jacobson misses with a looping right.
Jacobson lands a jab to Simons's midsection.
Jacobson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jacobson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simons manages to avoid it.
Jacobson cracks Simons with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jacobson wants to clinch up but Simons keeps it at a distance.
Jacobson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jacobson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Simons was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Jacobson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jacobson slips a jab and a cross from Simons.
Simons throws a right and a left that both miss.
A jab from Jacobson finds it's way through Simons's defenses.
Simons swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sloppy strikes from Jacobson. Those never looked like landing.
Jacobson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jacobson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jacobson swings for the body but Simons moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Simons.#KD#
Simons lands a left and a right that send Jacobson crashing to the mat, dazed. Simons thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jacobson throws a hook to the side of Simons's head but Simons sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A swing and a miss from Simons.
Jacobson missing with a left hand there. Simons was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jacobson missing with a left hand there. Simons was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Simons tries to bum rush Jacobson with a series of wild strikes but Jacobson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T2#
Nice defenses there by Jacobson.
Simons throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jacobson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Simons's head.
Simons throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jacobson.
Jacobson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Simons throws a right and a left that Jacobson avoids nicely.
Simons moves away from the strike by Jacobson.
A swing and a miss from Jacobson.
Simons throws a left and a right that both miss
and Jacobson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Simons moves forwards but Jacobson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Simons throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jacobson.
Simons is breathing heavily.
Jacobson connects with a looping right hand. #CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is getting worse.
Simons misses with a series of wild punches.
Jacobson misses with a hook. Simons ducked under it nicely.
Jacobson lands a nice hook to Simons's body. Simons takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T3#
Jacobson jabs Simons to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Simons pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jacobson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Simons stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jacobson cracks Simons with an open hand slap.
Jacobson lands a slapping body shot.
Jacobson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Simons.
Jacobson lands a nice looking body shot.
Simons on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jacobson looks to land a combination but Simons avoids it well.
Jacobson lands a jab to the nose.#CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jacobson closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Simons! Jacobson dives in looking to finish! Simons is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marshall Jacobson!

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

#R1#
Simons rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Swagger moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Swagger scores with a body shot.
Swagger cracks Simons with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CUT2#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
Simons misses with the combination.
A leg kick checked by Simons.
A punch combination from Simons misses.
Simons keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Swagger!
Simons swinging wildly here.
Swagger showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Simons.
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!
Swagger moves forwards but Simons connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Swagger misses with a head kick.
Simons appears to be looking for a big counter.
Simons misses with a straight right. #T1#
Simons keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Simons connects with a looping right hand.
Swagger scores with a kick to the midsection.
Simons blocks the body kick.
Swagger avoids a punch combination nicely.
A punch combination from Simons misses.
A head kick from Swagger lands but Simons takes it in his stride. #KD2#
Swagger cracks Simons with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Swagger has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Simons to stand back up!#ROC2#Simons is rocked!#CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is getting worse.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simons throws a right and a left that both miss.
Swagger seems to be stalking Simons here. He circles momentarily and then unleashes a devastating head kick! Simons drops like a stone, out cold! WOW! Are you kidding me!? What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Spenser Swagger!
A very excited looking Spenser Swagger rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: NYF 73: Zigaro vs Vogels
Date: Jul 06, 2024

#R1#
Simons throws a nice looking combination but Hogg bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hogg throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Simons throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Hogg counters with a single leg into guard. Simons didn't expect that.
Hogg has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Hogg trying to control the position from guard on top but Simons is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Simons utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hogg wants to pass the guard but Simons is keeping the position.
Hogg throwing strikes but missing.
Hogg landing some decent shots from guard.
Hogg has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hogg throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hogg throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Simons preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hogg throws a big elbow that misses.
Hogg throws a strike but Simons rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Hogg throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Hogg looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Simons has picked Hogg up and slammed him! Hogg can't keep hold of the triangle and Simons manages to pass to side control!
Hogg tries to improve position but can't.
Hogg sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Hogg actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Hogg is looking to get back to full guard here but Simons has managed to pass to side control instead.
Simons content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Hogg tries to buck Simons off but Simons is having none of it.
Hogg manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Hogg misses with a head shot. Simons uses the momentum to regain guard.
Hogg wants to control from the top but Simons keeps moving. #T3#
Hogg throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Simons works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hogg in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hogg trying to control the position from guard on top but Simons is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hogg scoring with punches to the head and body.
Hogg wants to control from the top but Simons keeps moving.
Simons utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Simons is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Hogg looking to sit in guard and control but Simons gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T4##SUB#
Hogg is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Simons is aware though and is defending well.
Hogg wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Hogg working for submissions but it's allowed Simons to get to half guard.
Hogg slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hogg bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Simons's guard. #REVR#
Hogg lands a couple of digs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Hogg dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Simons tries to bum rush Hogg with a series of wild strikes but Hogg uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sloppy strikes from Simons. Those never looked like landing.
Russ Simons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simons walks into a jab.
Hogg scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Simons moves away from the strike by Hogg.
Hogg swings for the body but Simons moves out of range.
Hogg throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Hogg changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Simons looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Simons 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.
Simons is trying to get back to half guard.
Simons regains half guard, as Hogg was trying to land strikes.
Simons really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hogg. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hogg is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T1#
Simons has hold of Hogg's hands but Hogg slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Hogg thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Hogg uses his free foot to push down on Simons's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Simons. #SUB#
Hogg swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Simons is now in Hogg's guard. A big mistake from Hogg there, giving up the dominant position! #SUB#
Hogg is looking for a triangle but Simons pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Simons has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Hogg to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Simons is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Hogg pulls down on the head and he's put Simons to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Johnny Hogg!
An out of breath Johnny Hogg thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: NYF Challengers Series 1
Date: Jun 05, 2024

#R1#
Simons throws a right and a left that Jackson avoids nicely.
Simons throws a nice looking combination but Jackson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Simons looks to land a left hand but Jackson moved out of range nicely.
Simons fails to land with a series of punches.
We've been informed that Jackson has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Jackson with a poor takedown
and Simons counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A combination from Simons does no damage.
Jackson feints the counter takedown.
Simons falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Jackson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Jackson cracks Simons with a solid left hand.
Simons looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jackson is one step ahead there.
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Simons trying to keep a closed guard but Jackson is proving a slippery customer.
Jackson advances to half guard.
Simons manages to get to full guard.
Jackson throwing strikes from guard but Simons blocks nicely. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jackson postures up in Simons's guard and throws a big left but Simons blocks it.
Jackson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Simons's head.#CUT2#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
Jackson is looking to advance position but Simons has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Simons avoids the attempt from Jackson to control.
Jackson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Jackson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Jackson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Jackson trying to control but Simons postures up.
Jackson tries to roll over but Simons keeps him under control.#T3#
Jackson is still trying to improve position.
Jackson is trying is best to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson is trying to control but can't.
Simons is taking a breather. Jackson 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.
Simons is thwarting Jackson's attempts to control the position.
Jackson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jackson is looking to control Simons's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jackson avoid being mounted?
Jackson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jackson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Jackson gets back to full guard.
Simons trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jackson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Simons manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Jackson throwing strikes but missing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson connects with a couple of short punches.
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 Russ Simons will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Russ Simons's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Jackson looks to land a combination. Simons sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Simons fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jackson blocks a jab.
Jackson looks to land a combination but Simons avoids it well.
As Jackson looks to move away, Simons throws a big counter combo but Jackson just gets out of the way.
Simons showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jackson.
Simons looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Russ Simons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simons tests Jackson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Simons looks to score with a jab to the body but Jackson is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simons misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Jackson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jackson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson postures up in Simons's guard and throws a big left but Simons blocks it.
Simons controlling Jackson's posture. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jackson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jackson throwing strikes but missing.
Jackson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Simons swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jackson with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Jackson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Simons swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Simons.
Russ Simons is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Simons fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jackson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Simons is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jackson.
Jackson feints the counter takedown.
Simons throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jackson throws a counter combo.
Nice defenses there by Jackson.
Jackson tries for a takedown but Simons circles away easily
and Simons connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Simons tests Jackson's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3##KD#
Simons lands a left and a right that send Jackson crashing to the mat, dazed. Simons thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT#It looks like Akamaru Jackson has been cut.
Simons connects with a crisp jab.
Jackson with a poor takedown
and Simons counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#Jackson is rocked!
Jackson switches off momentarily and Simons cracks him with a monster right hand! Jackson topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Simons dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Simons!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russ Simons!
Russ Simons seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: NYF Fight Night 30
Date: May 17, 2024

#R1#
Kiely avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Simons misses with a straight left.
Simons throws a nice looking combination but Kiely bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kiely fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kiely cracks Simons with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kiely ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Good standup being displayed there by Kiely as he connects with a hook.
Kiely shoots for a double leg takedown but Simons sprawls well. He's pushed Kiely's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Simons swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kiely slips a straight right by Simons.
Kiely scores with a body shot.
Kiely showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Simons.
Kiely throws the left hand but Simons avoids the punch easily.
Kiely swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Simons.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Kiely scores with a takedown into Simons's guard.
Kiely pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Simons is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Simons bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kiely's guard. #REVR#
Kiely is looking to sweep but instead, Simons has passed into half guard.
Kiely gets back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Simons avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kiely is looking to sweep but instead, Simons has passed into half guard. #T2#
Simons performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kiely wants to get back to full guard.
Kiely keeps trying to improve his position.
Kiely trying to control from the bottom.
Kiely is looking to improve his position. #T3##SUB2#
Kiely is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Simons pulls his head out easily.
Kiely makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kiely.
Simons wants to control from the top but Kiely keeps moving.
Kiely has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Simons has passed into side control.
Kiely manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kiely manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Simons stopping the sweep attempt from Kiely.#T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kiely is on top in guard. #REVB#
Simons working a defensive guard here.
Kiely slips nicely into half guard.
Simons might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Simons is refusing to be controlled, as Kiely sits in half guard.
Kiely passes to full mount!
Kiely wants to control the pace but Simons is squirming around nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Harrison Kiely dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Jab by Kiely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kiely looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kiely is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Simons.#CUT#It looks like Harrison Kiely has been cut.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kiely.
Simons misses with the combination.
Kiely with a jab.
Simons throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kiely tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simons takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kiely ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simons throws a series of punches but Kiely avoids them all with ease.
Simons avoids the body shot from Kiely.
Simons throws a series of punches but Kiely avoids them all with ease.
Kiely showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Simons. #T1#
Simons on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kiely is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Kiely with a hook.#TD2#
Kiely drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kiely advances to mount. #SUB2#
Kiely is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Simons is surviving well by controlling Kiely's body position as best he can.
Kiely tries to control but Simons wriggling away. #T2##SUB2#
Kiely working for a submission but Simons is keeping him at bay.
Kiely trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kiely sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Simons can't escape the position.
Kiely looking to control but Simons is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Kiely working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T3#
Kiely tries to control but Simons wriggling away.
Harrison Kiely has got the better of the ground game so far.
Simons tries to reverse the position but Kiely maintains control.#SUB2#
Kiely is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Simons has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Simons!
Kiely looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kiely trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Kiely looking for subs off his back but Simons has passed one foot through into half guard. #T4#
Kiely makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kiely.#SUB2#
Kiely escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Simons gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Kiely is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Simons is aware though and is defending well.
Kiely bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Simons's guard. #REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Harrison Kiely showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Harrison Kiely'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#
Kiely scores with a jab. Simons acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Simons misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Kiely counters with a shoot takedown. Simons fights it but they end up in guard.
Kiely has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Simons keeping full guard, as Kiely tries to pass.
Kiely forces his way into half guard.
Kiely is looking to advance position but Simons won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kiely is keen to just control but Simons is a slippery customer.
Kiely frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T1#
Kiely looking to control but Simons is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Kiely moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Simons has worked his arm free - good work by Simons!
Simons prevents Kiely from moving into mount.
Simons is not content to let Kiely control the position. #SUB2#
Kiely thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Simons is trying to get back to half guard.
Simons is not content to let Kiely control the position. #SUB2#
Kiely goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Simons rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kiely's guard! Nice work there by Simons!
Kiely wants to hit a sweep here but Simons passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kiely there!
Kiely is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T3#
Kiely regains half guard.#SUB2#
Kiely looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kiely is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kiely regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kiely manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Simons manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Simons keeping moving, preventing Kiely from controlling successfully.
Kiely is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kiely sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Simons's guard. #SUB2#
Kiely is working for a kimura but Simons is defending it quite comfortably.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Harrison Kiely really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Harrison Kiely's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4##TD2#
Kiely feints and as Simons raises his hands in defense, Kiely changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Kiely trying to control but Simons is working from the bottom.
Kiely is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Kiely tries to free his leg and advance position but Simons is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simons knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kiely on the ground.
Kiely trying to move into half guard but instead Simons has managed to sweep!#REVR##T1#
Kiely looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kiely bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Simons's guard. #REVB#
Simons keeping moving, preventing Kiely from controlling successfully.
Kiely trying to move into half guard but instead Simons has managed to sweep!#REVR##SUB2#
Kiely looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Simons won't allow Kiely to sweep him here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kiely is on top in guard. #REVB#
Simons bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kiely's guard. #REVR##T2#
Kiely has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Simons has passed into side control.
Kiely tries to buck Simons off but Simons is having none of it.
Kiely manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simons won't allow Kiely to pass to mount.
Kiely is still trying to improve position.
Kiely is stalling here. Simons is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Kiely seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Simons has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Kiely manages to work his way to half guard, despite Simons's best efforts.#T3##SUB2#
Kiely looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kiely has his hands clasped together around Simons's back. He's all about the action.
Kiely is looking to improve his position.
Simons is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kiely 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.#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.
Kiely is looking for a sweep. Simons is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kiely manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kiely wants to sweep here but Simons controlling him for the moment.
Simons trying to move into half guard but instead Kiely has managed to sweep!#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kiely pushing down on Simons's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kiely is trying to control. Simons wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kiely is looking to advance position but Simons won't allow it.
Simons trying to control but Kiely postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Harrison Kiely dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Harrison Kiely's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
Simons misses with a straight right.
Kiely lands a head shot.
Simons swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Simons swinging wildly here.
Kiely uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simons.
A telegraphed right hand from Simons misses the target.
Simons looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Kiely pushes Simons up against the cage in a clinch.
Simons gets underhooks to prevent Kiely's takedown attempt.
Kiely scores with a shot to the side of Simons's head.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Simons.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simons lands an uppercut.
Kiely has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Simons is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Simons working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kiely - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Simons taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #T1#
Kiely looking for a takedown.
Russ Simons has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harrison Kiely.
Kiely lands a right hand.
Kiely tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kiely has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Simons is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kiely is trying to drag Simons to the mat but Simons just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kiely is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A short left from Simons.
Kiely wants a takedown but no success here.
Kiely throws a punch but it's blocked by Simons.
Simons digs a right hand underneath Kiely's ribcage. Kiely let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Simons slows down the pace here.
Kiely looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Simons stalls.
Kiely looking for a takedown. #T2#
Kiely is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Simons is defending well.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Simons takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Kiely tries for a takedown. No joy.
Simons lands a right hand.
Kiely tries for a takedown. No joy.
Simons lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Simons displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kiely up against the cage.
Simons lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kiely tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kiely throws a punch but it's blocked by Simons.
Kiely tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Simons working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kiely has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Simons after a bit of a struggle.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Simons. #T3#
Simons manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Simons working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kiely is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Simons lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kiely backwards.
Kiely struggles to land a body shot inside as Simons controls his hands.
Kiely is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Simons is defending well.
Kiely looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Simons has Kiely pressed against the cage.
Simons stalling.
Simons lands a shoulder strike.
The referee is keeping an eye on Simons - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Simons controlling the action here for a moment.
Kiely is trying to pull guard but Simons has him pressed against the cage.#T4#
A short body shot lands from Simons as the two fighters clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kiely.
Simons lands with a right to the head.
Kiely lands a hook that snaps the head of Simons backwards.
Kiely has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kiely is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Simons pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Simons pressing his opponent against the cage.
A short right from Simons on the inside.
Kiely tries for a takedown but Simons manages to get underhooks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simons lands a body shot in the clinch.
Simons effectively controlling the action here.
Russ Simons has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Simons presses Kiely against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Russ Simons has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Simons lands an uppercut.
Simons is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Kiely's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Kiely is looking for a takedown.

And that's the end of the fight!
Russ Simons showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kiely 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 46:49
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 46:49
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 46:49

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

Event: NYF Fight Night 27
Date: Apr 19, 2024

#R1#
Simons lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT#It looks like Marcelo Castro has been cut.
Simons's corner calls for a 1-2. Simons obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A big right from Simons misses.
Simons stalks Castro and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Castro's face. Castro staggers backwards, shaken.
Simons on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Simons throws a series of punches but Castro avoids them all with ease.
Castro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Simons was well out of range. Poor timing from Castro.
Simons lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Simons catches Castro with a right, a left, a right. It's raining punches and Castro forgot an umbrella! Another punch and he's down. This one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Russ Simons!
A relieved looking Russ Simons thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Marcelo Castro stepped up to the mic, saying 'Congrats to Him, he was the better fighter today'.

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

#R1#
Beukeboom ducks right into an uppercut from Simons.
Simons moves out of range of the strikes.
Beukeboom tries to move into range but Simons moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Beukeboom takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Simons misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Simons has knocked Beukeboom down with a huge combo! Simons steps away and waves a wobbly Beukeboom back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT#It looks like Probert Beukeboom has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beukeboom defending well as Simons loads up on a big left hand. #KD#
Simons cracks Beukeboom with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Beukeboom looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Simons finish him? #ROC#Beukeboom is rocked!
Beukeboom scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Simons tries to bum rush Beukeboom with a series of wild strikes but Beukeboom uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Beukeboom looks to land a right hand but Simons moved out of range.
Beukeboom slips under a jab.
Simons misses with a double jab.
Beukeboom swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Simons fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Simons uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Beukeboom.
Simons needs to keep his hands up - Beukeboom had a free shot at his head there.#CUT2#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
The crowd cheers as Beukeboom lands an impressive looking overhand right. Simons doesn't seem phased though.#T1#
Jab from Simons.
Simons misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Simons has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Simons uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Beukeboom.
Simons swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A left and a right from Simons both land. Nice combination.
Beukeboom loads up on a big right hand but Simons slips the punch.
Simons misses with a hook. Beukeboom ducked under it nicely.
Simons throws a right and a left that Beukeboom avoids nicely.
Simons wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beukeboom avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Simons lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Beukeboom circles away quickly and effectively.
Beukeboom has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Simons slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Simons is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Beukeboom misses the shot to the body.
Beukeboom lands a right hook to the body.
Simons is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Beukeboom. #T2#
Beukeboom scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Simons throws a right hand that misses
and Beukeboom connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Beukeboom lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Beukeboom throws a body shot but no joy.
Beukeboom throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Simons sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Simons wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Beukeboom misses with a body shot.
Simons is looking for a counter combo.
Nice uppercut there from Beukeboom.#CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is getting worse.
Simons misses with a straight left.
Beukeboom misses with a straight right.
Beukeboom moves out of range as Simons strikes.
Simons moves out of range of the strikes.
Simons throws an off balance right hand
and Beukeboom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Simons misses with an uppercut.
Beukeboom looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Beukeboom bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A cross from Simons lands.#T3#
Beukeboom lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beukeboom. Simons does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beukeboom is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Simons had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Beukeboom swings for the body but Simons moves out of range.
Beukeboom ducks right into an uppercut from Simons.
Beukeboom throws a big shot that misses.
Beukeboom scores with the left hand. Simons knows he should have avoided that one.
Beukeboom swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Beukeboom throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch combination from Simons misses.
Beukeboom pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Simons wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Beukeboom swings for the body but Simons moves out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Beukeboom, as that shot connected. #CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Beukeboom cracks Simons with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Beukeboom throws a shot from downtown. Simons moves away and avoids it.
Simons goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simons lands a glancing blow to the side of Beukeboom's head.#T4#
Beukeboom scores with the left hand. Simons knows he should have avoided that one.
A big left from Simons misses.
Beukeboom loads up on a big right hand but Simons slips the punch.
Simons is looking for a counter combo.
Beukeboom avoids a punch combination nicely.
Simons throws a jab but it's blocked by Beukeboom.
Beukeboom wants to counter with a clinch but Simons pushes him away.
Beukeboom looks to land a left hand but Simons moved out of range nicely.#CL2#
Beukeboom has Simons up against the cage in a clinch.
Beukeboom fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Simons blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Beukeboom lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Simons.
Simons misses with some punches.
Beukeboom misses with a punch on the inside.
Simons stalls.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Russ Simons dominated that round.
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#
Simons throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Beukeboom tests Simons's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Beukeboom just misses with a punch to the body.
Simons looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Beukeboom lands with a good body shot.
Beukeboom uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simons.
Sloppy strikes from Simons. Those never looked like landing.
Beukeboom is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Beukeboom lands with a hook. Simons tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Beukeboom steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Simons.
A combination from Simons does no damage.
Simons ducks under a wild hook from Beukeboom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simons shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Beukeboom connects with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beukeboom cracks Simons with a right hand to the side of the head.#CUT2#Jeez, Russ Simons's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.#CL2#
Beukeboom drives through and clinches with Simons against the cage.
Beukeboom lands a hook that snaps the head of Simons backwards. #T1#
Beukeboom throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Beukeboom goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Beukeboom doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beukeboom tries a body shot but Simons blocks it.
Beukeboom tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Beukeboom lands a left hand.
Simons lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Simons. #BC2#
Beukeboom breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Simons has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Simons there as he acknowledges the shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Probert Beukeboom!
Probert Beukeboom made sure to mention his sponsor, 30th Century Beer Store in his post fight interview.

Event: NYF 57: Donal vs Dandrakulo
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
Simons throws a right and a left that Mendez avoids nicely.
A little jabbing left from Mendez on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Simons tests Mendez's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Simons misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Simons looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Simons looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Some wild striking there from Simons.
Simons falls off balance throwing a combination
and Mendez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simons connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mendez. Mendez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mendez moves forwards but Simons connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mendez misses the jab.
Simons swinging wildly here.
A little jabbing left from Mendez on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Simons misses the jab.
Mendez defending well as Simons loads up on a big left hand.
Mendez changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Simons will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mendez ducks under a wild hook from Simons.
Mendez swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Simons throws a combination that misses
and Mendez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Simons misses with an uppercut
and Mendez counters with a left to the body.
Simons on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jab, jab by Simons - just one landing. #T2#
Simons uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mendez.
Simons with a hook.
Simons displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simons misses with an uppercut
and Simons takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Simons throws a jab when Mendez was well out of range.
Mendez throws out a counter right but Simons avoids it with no problem.
Mendez connects with a single shot there.#CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is getting worse.
Simons swings widly with a right hand
enabling Mendez to counter with a crisp jab.
Mendez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Simons.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mendez! But no joy.
Simons looks to land a combination but Mendez avoids it well.
Mendez swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Russ Simons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simons connects with a crisp jab. #T3#
Mendez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Simons sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Simons seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Mendez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simons.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mendez! But no joy.
Simons misses with the combination.
Mendez with the counter takedown but Simons avoids it easily.
Simons rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mendez moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mendez takes one to the chin there.
Simons misses with a left hand
and Mendez counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Simons throws a good cross that connects.
Simons looks to land a right hand but Mendez moved out of range.
Mendez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simons.
A little jabbing left from Mendez on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
Simons misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mendez throws out a counter right but Simons avoids it with no problem.
Simons misses with a hook #KD2#
and Simons is countered with a crisp right hand from Mendez that sends him to the canvas! Mendez follows him to the mat into side control. #ROC2#Simons is rocked!#CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mendez trying to control the action but Simons is working from the bottom.
Mendez throws an elbow but Simons slips to the side and avoids it well.
An elbow from Mendez crashes against the mat.
Mendez throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Mendez creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#CUT2#Jeez, Russ Simons's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Joe Mendez!

Event: NYF 54: Traumen vs Field
Date: Feb 17, 2024

#R1#
Hernandez throws a half hearted mid kick.
Simons throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hernandez tries to score with a low kick but Simons moves his leg out of the way.
Hernandez looks to throw a body kick
enabling Simons to counter with a crisp jab.
Hernandez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Simons.
Hernandez lands with a kick to the temple. Simons shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Hernandez ducks under a wild hook from Simons.
Hernandez ducks under a wild hook from Simons.
Hernandez thows a leg kick but Simons checks it #KD#
and Simons counters with a nice right hand that sends Hernandez toppling to the canvas! Hernandez scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Simons finish him?!#ROC#Hernandez is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simons swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hernandez is still on wobbly legs! Can Simons finish him?
Simons misses the jab.
Simons misses with an uppercut.
Hernandez appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hernandez seems to have recovered his senses.
Simons throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Simons throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hernandez counters with a straight right hand.
Simons throws the left hand but Hernandez avoids the punch easily.
Hernandez looks for the body kick but Simons saw that one coming.
Simons moves out of range of the body kick from Hernandez.
Hernandez wants to slow Simons down by chopping away at his legs.
Simons swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Hernandez throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #KD#
Simons lands a left and a right that send Hernandez crashing to the mat, dazed. Simons thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Simons is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Hernandez throws a solid leg kick but Simons takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hernandez.
Hernandez get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Hernandez stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Simons runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russ Simons!
After winning the bout, Russ Simons thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: NYF 50: Makoba vs Simons III
Date: Jan 20, 2024

#R1#
Simons misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Makoba fires out a quick counter leg kick but Simons just manages to avoid it.
Makoba looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Makoba misses with a body shot.
Simons swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Makoba counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
Simons bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Simons misses with a double jab. #CL#
Makoba closes the distance and clinches.
A short left from Simons.
Simons stalling the fight.
Stalling in the clinch from Makoba.
Makoba tries a body shot but Simons blocks it.
Makoba just leaning against Simons, taking a breather.
Makoba's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Simons displaying some good clinch control by pressing Makoba up against the cage.
Makoba misses with a hook from the clinch.
Makoba misses with some punches.
Makoba misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Simons works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Simons tries to throw a body punch but Makoba avoids it by throwing Simons back against the cage.
Come on Simons - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Simons has Makoba pressed against the cage.
Makoba struggles to land a body shot inside as Simons controls his hands.
Makoba lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right hand to the body from Makoba.
Makoba lands a body punch.
Makoba tries to throw a body punch but Simons avoids it by throwing Makoba back against the cage.
Simons has Makoba pressed against the cage.
Makoba blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Simons misses with a punch to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Makoba digs a right hand into Simons's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Simons's gas tank.
Makoba has Simons pressed against the cage. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Makoba.
Simons manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Simons tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Makoba's elbow.
Makoba misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Simons.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Simons stalls.
Makoba will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Simons up against the cage.
Simons displaying some good clinch control by pressing Makoba up against the cage.#T3#
Simons misses with the head strike.
Makoba lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Simons or not.
Makoba can't find room to land a body shot as Simons controls the action.
Makoba tries a body shot but Simons blocks it.
Simons taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Simons lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Makoba can't find room to land a body shot as Simons controls the action.
Makoba lands an uppercut.
Simons prevents a body shot from Makoba.
Simons stalling in the clinch.
Makoba tries to work over Simons's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Makoba.
Simons slowing the pace effectively.
Simons looking to stall. #T4#
Makoba doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Simons stalling the fight.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Russ Simons.
Makoba throws a hook but Simons blocks it.
Makoba rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Simons moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Makoba tries to clinch up.
Simons's corner calls for a 1-2. Simons obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT2#It looks like Bobojo Makoba has been cut.
Simons avoids the head kick by Makoba.
Simons swings widly with a right hand
and Simons takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A low kick from Makoba is predictable there
and Simons counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Makoba is looking to chop away at Simons's legs.
Simons moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Simons throws a series of punches but Makoba moves out of range.
Makoba with the inside leg kick.
Simons rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Makoba moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Makoba throws a big shot that misses.#KD2#
Simons drops Makoba with a beautiful combination! Makoba stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Simons is looking for the KO!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Russ Simons dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Makoba throws out a leg kick but Simons moves out of range and Makoba only half commits.
Bobojo Makoba seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Makoba slips a straight right by Simons.
Makoba throws a big shot that misses.
Simons loads up on a big right hand but Makoba slips the punch.
Makoba tried to counter with a leg kick but Simons avoided it.
Makoba throws a low kick but Simons avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Makoba. Simons does a little dance to reset his feet.
Makoba lands a jab to the nose.#CUT#That has opened up Russ Simons's cut even more.
Simons loads up on a big right hand but Makoba slips the punch.
Makoba throws a quick counter kick to the body but Simons avoids it.
Makoba throws a sloppy body shot
and Simons cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Simons rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Makoba moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice defenses there by Makoba.
Makoba misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Simons.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makoba looks to score with a jab to the body but Simons is just out of range.
Makoba throws a jab when Simons was well out of range.
Makoba throws a head kick that misses. #KD#
Makoba lands a left and a right that send Simons crashing to the mat, dazed. Makoba thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Simons is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Simons is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Makoba doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Simons crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Simons's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bobojo Makoba!
Bobojo Makoba retains his heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Bobojo Makoba thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: NYF 47: Simons vs Makoba II
Date: Dec 30, 2023

#R1#
Simons checks a leg kick.
Simons swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Simons scores with a three punch combo! #CUT#It looks like Bobojo Makoba has been cut.
Makoba steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Simons.
Simons sets himself, and Makoba steps forward looking for the clinch! Simons avoids it this time.
The crowd cheers as Makoba lands an impressive looking overhand right. Simons doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
Simons misses with a series of wild punches.
Simons keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Makoba throws a right hand that Simons ducks under and follows up with a left that Simons also avoids with ease.
Makoba wants to clinch.
Simons misses with the combination. #KD#
Simons drops Makoba with a beautiful combination! Makoba stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Simons is looking for the KO!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Makoba tries to land a leg kick but Simons saw it coming and moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Makoba. Simons does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Simons thows a left - swing and a miss!
Makoba lands with an overhand left.
Makoba scores with a jab.
Simons looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Makoba is looking to slow Simons down with leg kicks.
Simons misses with a few strikes there.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Makoba.
Makoba tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Simons is able to avoid easily.
Makoba scores with a jab to the head. #CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is getting worse.
A slow jab from Simons misses its intended target.
Makoba throws a body shot but no joy.
Makoba fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Simons checks it well.
Simons wants to stay close but Makoba steps back to make room for something. Simons seems frozen to the spot and bam! huge swing of the leg from Makoba and Simons drops like he has been shot! A huge head kick and it's all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Bobojo Makoba!
Bobojo Makoba is the new heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Bobojo Makoba thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: NYF 43: Simons vs St Claire
Date: Nov 25, 2023

#R1#
Simons scores with a hook.
Saint-Clair walks into a left hand.
Simons throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Saint-Clair colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Simons as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Saint-Clair is left battered and dazed whilst Simons and his camp cheer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russ Simons!
Russ Simons retains his heavyweight title!
An out of breath Russ Simons thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: NYF 36: Anudo vs Simons
Date: Sep 30, 2023

#R1#
Simons 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. #CUT2#It looks like Mac Anudo has been cut.
Simons throws a shot from downtown. Anudo moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Anudo misses the target.
Simons throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Anudo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Simons lands a nice shot that snaps Anudo's head back.
Simons scores with a nice strike.
Simons throws an off balance right hand
and Anudo counters with an inside leg kick.
Anudo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#KD2#
Simons lands a big right hand that sends Anudo crashing to the mat! Simons stays standing though and waves Anudo back to his feet!#ROC2#Anudo is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simons weaves into range and cracks Anudo right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Anudo goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Simons is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russ Simons!
Russ Simons is the new heavyweight champion!
Russ Simons decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: NYF 33: Mendez vs Simons 2
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1#
Simons throws an overhand right that lands on Mendez's shoulder, as Mendez tries to avoid the shot.
Simons looks to land a right hand but Mendez moved out of range.
Simons throws out a powerful jab.
Nice jab there from Simons.
Simons cracks Mendez with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nice shot lands for Simons.
Mendez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Simons jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mendez looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Mendez glances at the clock... BAM! Simons nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Mendez crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Mendez is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russ Simons!
After winning the bout, Russ Simons thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

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

#R1#
Saint-Clair ducks under a wild hook from Simons.
Russ Simons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Saint-Clair misses. #CL2#
Saint-Clair has managed to clinch.
Simons tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Simons working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Simons blocking some punches.
Simons blocking some punches.
Simons stalling in the clinch but Saint-Clair improves position.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Saint-Clair fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Simons tries to stall but Saint-Clair uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saint-Clair leaning against his opponent.
Simons misses with the head strike.
A nice left hand lands by Saint-Clair.
Simons misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Simons - that landed with a thud.
Simons throws a head punch that misses.
Simons lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Saint-Clair backwards. #T1#
Saint-Clair lands with a right to the head.
Still in the clinch, Simons scores with a nice short uppercut.
Saint-Clair softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Saint-Clair.
A head punch on the inside from Saint-Clair fails to land.
Simons pushes Saint-Clair back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The referee is keeping an eye on Saint-Clair - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Simons blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Simons lands a body shot in the clinch.
Simons stalling in the clinch but Saint-Clair improves position.
Simons blocking some punches.
Saint-Clair stalling.
Saint-Clair lands a right hand that snaps the head of Simons backwards.
Saint-Clair working aggressively here.
Simons is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Saint-Clair is keeping busy.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Simons creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Saint-Clair.
Saint-Clair scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saint-Clair prevents a body shot from Simons.
Saint-Clair looking to stall.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Simons struggles to land a body shot inside as Saint-Clair controls his hands.
Saint-Clair prevents a body shot from Simons.
Simons lands with a left to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Saint-Clair.
Saint-Clair scores with a shoulder strike.
Saint-Clair has a couple of punches blocked by Simons.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Simons has a couple of punches blocked by Saint-Clair.
Simons lands a nice shot to the body.
A short uppercut from Simons.
A head punch on the inside from Saint-Clair fails to land. #T3#
Simons's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Simons tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saint-Clair has a couple of punches blocked by Simons.
Saint-Clair misses with a hook from the clinch.
Simons misses with a hook to the ribs.
Simons tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Simons is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Saint-Clair has Simons pushed against the cage.
Simons blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Saint-Clair prevents a body shot from Simons.
Saint-Clair blocks a body shot from Simons.
Saint-Clair makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Saint-Clair misses with a hook from the clinch.
Saint-Clair misses with a hook from the clinch.
Simons has a couple of punches blocked by Saint-Clair. #T4#
Saint-Clair lands with a short shot to the head.
Saint-Clair misses with a punch to the body.
Saint-Clair misses with some punches.
Simons blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Saint-Clair lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Simons is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Simons trying to control the position but instead, Saint-Clair has worked for underhooks and has pushed Simons into the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Saint-Clair being controlled against the cage.
Simons is trying to maintain a safe position but Saint-Clair gets an underhook and turns Simons into the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Russ Simons.
Simons throws a looping overhand right but Saint-Clair ducks down to avoid it.
Simons throws out a loose jab but Saint-Clair uses good head movement to avoid it.
Saint-Clair tries to counter by closing the distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

LÃ©o Saint-Clair dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Saint-Clair throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Simons counters with a straight right hand.
Saint-Clair moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nice defenses there by Saint-Clair.
Simons looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Saint-Clair lands a nice shot to the body.
Saint-Clair fails in his attempt to clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Saint-Clair misses the target.
Saint-Clair moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice cross by Saint-Clair.#CUT2#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
Simons missing with a left hand there. Saint-Clair was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Simons throws a lazy uppercut
and Saint-Clair counters with a right hand to the body.
Simons throws a right hand that misses
and Simons takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A swing and a miss from Simons.
Saint-Clair uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simons.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Saint-Clair throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
LÃ©o Saint-Clair seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Saint-Clair fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simons manages to avoid it.#T1#
Simons connects with a good right hand that stumbles Saint-Clair. Saint-Clair circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Simons uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Saint-Clair.
Saint-Clair ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Simons uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Saint-Clair.
Saint-Clair slips a jab from Simons.
Simons misses with a right hand
and Saint-Clair counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A cross from Simons lands.
We've been informed that Saint-Clair has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Simons is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Saint-Clair.
Simons throws out a loose jab but Saint-Clair uses good head movement to avoid it.
Simons misses with a hook.
Simons throws a sloppy body shot
and Saint-Clair counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Simons lands with a cross.
Simons scores with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Saint-Clair throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Saint-Clair thows a left - swing and a miss!
Simons misses the jab.
Saint-Clair let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A big left from Simons misses.
Simons is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Saint-Clair.
Simons swings away with a body shot that misses
and Simons takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Simons loads up on a big right hand but Saint-Clair slips the punch.
Saint-Clair steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Simons.
A big left from Simons misses.
Saint-Clair throws a lazy uppercut
and Simons connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Simons dodges the punch combination from Saint-Clair.
Jab, jab by Simons - just one landing.
Saint-Clair uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Simons.
A little jabbing left from Saint-Clair on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Simons throws a right hand that misses
enabling Saint-Clair to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is getting worse.#T3#
Simons digs a good body shot into Saint-Clair's ribs.
Simons throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Saint-Clair counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Simons throws a lazy right hand but Saint-Clair sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Saint-Clair slips under a jab.
Simons tries to move into range but Saint-Clair moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Simons looks to land a left hand but Saint-Clair moved out of range nicely.
Simons's corner calls for a 1-2. Simons obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Simons is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Saint-Clair connects with a looping right hand.
Simons misses with a hook.
Simons looks to land a left hand but Saint-Clair moved out of range nicely.
Simons throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Saint-Clair sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Saint-Clair blocks a jab.
Simons swings widly with a right hand
and Simons takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
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!
Saint-Clair moves out of range as Simons strikes.#T4#
Simons loads up on a big right hand but Saint-Clair slips the punch.
Saint-Clair slips under a jab from Simons.
Saint-Clair tries to clinch there but Simons circles away.
Simons throws an off balance right hand
enabling Saint-Clair to counter with a crisp jab.
Simons closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Simons misses with an uppercut. Saint-Clair saw that one coming.#CL2#
Saint-Clair moves into the clinch successfully.
Simons is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Saint-Clair's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Saint-Clair.
A head punch on the inside from Saint-Clair fails to land.
Saint-Clair misses with some punches.
Saint-Clair misses with some punches.
Simons lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Saint-Clair or not.
Simons taking a breather.
Simons is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Saint-Clair lands with a light punch inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but LÃ©o Saint-Clair will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Russ Simons's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Simons takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Saint-Clair misses with a hook
and Simons counters with a nice uppercut.
Simons clobbers Saint-Clair with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Saint-Clair throws a right and a left that Simons avoids nicely.
Saint-Clair ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Simons jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice defenses there by Simons.
Saint-Clair digs a good body shot into Simons's ribs.
Saint-Clair looks to land a left hand but Simons moved out of range nicely.
Saint-Clair pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saint-Clair throws a poor cross that misses #KD#
and Simons counters with a nice right hand that sends Saint-Clair toppling to the canvas! Saint-Clair scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Simons finish him?!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simons swings widly with a right hand
and Saint-Clair counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Saint-Clair has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Simons on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A slow jab from Simons misses its intended target. #T1#
Saint-Clair rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Simons moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Simons misses with a right hand
and Saint-Clair counters with a straight right hand.#KD#
Simons drops Saint-Clair with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Saint-Clair looks back up at him and smiles so Simons waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Saint-Clair is rocked!
Saint-Clair throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Saint-Clair is still on wobbly legs! Can Simons finish him?
Saint-Clair connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#Jeez, Russ Simons's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Simons pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Saint-Clair seems to have recovered his senses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Saint-Clair slips under a jab.
Simons pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Saint-Clair darts in trying to clinch
and Simons counters with a stiff right hand.
Saint-Clair throws a hook to the side of Simons's head but Simons sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Simons throws a right hand that misses
and Saint-Clair counters with a lovely straight right hand!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). LÃ©o Saint-Clair!
LÃ©o Saint-Clair seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: NYF 25: Donal vs Daxton
Date: Jul 01, 2023

#R1#
Makoba comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Simons misses with a looping right.
The crowd cheers as Makoba lands an impressive looking overhand right. Simons doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
Makoba has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Makoba ducks under a wild hook from Simons.
Simons throws a shot from downtown. Makoba moves away and avoids it.
Simons misses with a hook. Makoba ducked under it nicely.
Makoba scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A swing and a miss from Simons.
A left lands for Simons.#CUT#It looks like Bobojo Makoba has been cut.
Makoba with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Simons to score with a decent uppercut.
Makoba scoring well with a low kick there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Makoba tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Simons takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Simons throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Simons displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Makoba throws out the jab.
Simons rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Makoba counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Makoba throws a series of punches but Simons avoids them all with ease.
Simons ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Simons pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A solid leg kick lands there for Makoba.
Nice uppercut lands for Makoba. That snapped Simons's head back.
Makoba uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simons.
Simons thows a left - swing and a miss!
Simons is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Simons throws a hook but Makoba blocks it.
Makoba connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Simons misses with a straight right.
Makoba staying out of range there.
Simons looks to land a left hand but Makoba moved out of range nicely.
Simons misses the shot to the body.
Makoba swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Simons.
Makoba has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Simons lunges at Makoba with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Makoba's hand.
Makoba throws an off balance right hand
and Simons counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simons throws a looping overhand right but Makoba ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Makoba connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Simons momentarily. #CUT2#Russ Simons's cut is getting worse.
Makoba fails with an attempt to clinch.
Makoba waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Simons.
The fighters circling - Simons throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Makoba keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Makoba on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Makoba lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Makoba tries to clinch up.#KD#
Simons cracks Makoba with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Simons has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Makoba to stand back up!#ROC#Makoba is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Bobojo Makoba's cut even more.
Simons loads up on a big right hand but Makoba slips the punch.
Makoba is still on wobbly legs! Can Simons finish him?
Simons connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Makoba out cold! This one is over in a flash!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russ Simons!
Our winner, Russ Simons, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: NYF 21: Donal vs Black
Date: Jun 03, 2023

#R1#
West misses with a double jab.
West doesn't manage to clinch there - Simons circles away.
West wants to clinch.
West lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Simons at a distance.
Simons paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
West looks to land a combination but Simons avoids it well.
West staying out of range there.
West blocks a jab.
West lands with a right hand.
Simons cracks West with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jab, jab by Simons - just one landing.
Simons circles away from the clinch attempt.
Good work by Simons as he checks the leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simons closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks West out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russ Simons!
Russ Simons seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Ripley West spoke after the fight, saying '*gargle gargle gargle* '.

Event: NYF 18: Mendez vs Simons
Date: May 06, 2023

#R1#
Mendez cracks Simons with a right hand to the side of the head.
Simons takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mendez staying out of range there.
Russ Simons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mendez on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Mendez ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've been hearing reports that Mendez has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Simons misses with an uppercut
and Mendez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
Simons misses with a looping right.
Mendez drops down looking for a counter takedown but Simons sprawls and moves away.
Simons swings widly with a right hand
and Mendez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circling - Simons throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A counter left hand to the body from Mendez misses its target.
Simons takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
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!
Simons throws a lazy uppercut
and Mendez counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Mendez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Simons misses with a hook
and Mendez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mendez swings for the body but Simons moves out of range.
Mendez throws a body shot but no joy.
Simons has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Mendez lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT#That has opened up Russ Simons's cut even more.#T1#
Mendez uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Simons.
A jab from Simons misses.
Mendez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Simons as he jumps to the side.
Mendez throws a body punch but Simons moves out of range.
Simons looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mendez misses with a straight right.
Mendez gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Mendez throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Simons counter with a right hand.
Simons scores with a punch to the head.
Simons looks to throw the jab but Mendez is out of range.
Simons connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #KD2#
Simons cracks Mendez with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Mendez looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Simons finish him? #CUT2#It looks like Joe Mendez has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mendez misses with a body shot. #T2#
Simons scores with a nice right hand. #ROC2#Mendez is rocked!
Mendez slips a straight right by Simons.
Mendez was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Simons takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mendez wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Simons swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mendez is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Simons swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Simons misses with a hook.
Mendez ducks under a wild hook from Simons.
Mendez lands a jab.
Mendez takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Simons takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mendez ducks under a wild hook from Simons.
Mendez jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T3#
Mendez lands with a cross.
Simons throws a poor cross that misses
and Mendez counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Simons looks winded!
Mendez lands with a hook. Simons tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT#The cut above Russ Simons's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Simons throws a hook but Mendez avoids it easily.
Mendez swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Mendez slips under a jab.
Mendez with a nice cross.
Simons throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mendez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Simons throws a poor cross that misses
and Mendez counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#Russ Simons's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Simons is starting to get sloppy and is letting his hands down. Mendez just took advantage and landed a stinging jab. Oh! Now a right hook, right on the button! Simons has gone limp and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Joe Mendez!
Joe Mendez retains his heavyweight title!

Event: NYF 15: Mendez vs St.Claire 2
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Silva 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Silva uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simons.
A jab from Simons finds it's way through Silva's defenses. #CUT2#It looks like Jackson Silva has been cut.
Simons missing with a left hand there. Silva was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Silva darts in looking for a takedown but Simons gets double underhooks and turns Silva into the cage.
Silva tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Simons misses with a punch to the body.
Simons is stalling here.
Simons misses with some punches.
Silva is trying to drag Simons to the mat but Simons just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackson Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Silva is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva jumps guard but Simons turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Silva tries to circle away but Simons has him pinned against the cage.
Simons lands a right hand that snaps the head of Silva backwards.
Silva fails to pull the fight into his guard. #T1#
Simons blocks an uppercut.
Silva controlling the action here for a moment.
Silva scores with a knee to the head.
Silva misses with a hook from the clinch.
Simons stalling.
Silva blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Simons on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Silva.
Simons is working Silva over against the cage.
Silva leaning his opponent against the cage.
A body shot lands from Simons. #T2#
Simons effectively controlling the action here.
Simons has a couple of punches blocked by Silva.
Silva jumps guard but Simons turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Simons lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Simons digs a right hand underneath Silva's ribcage. Silva let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Simons.
Silva tries to work over Simons's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Silva tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Silva is trying to pull guard but Simons turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simons will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Silva up against the cage.
Simons tries to stall but Silva uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Silva definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Simons misses with the head strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Silva as Simons tries to tie him up. #T3#
Silva blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Simons controlling the action here for a moment.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Simons creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Simons slows down the pace here. #BC#
Silva breaks the clinch.
Simons misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silva.
Silva shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Simons defends it nicely.
Jackson Silva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simons misses with a looping right.
Silva keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Simons.#T4#
Silva steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Simons.
Silva blocks a jab.
Simons leaves Silva with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A big left from Simons misses.
Silva fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Simons avoids it really well and circles away.
Simons catches Silva with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Simons throws out a loose jab but Silva uses good head movement to avoid it.
Simons misses the jab.
Simons lands a nice shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simons waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Silva.
Simons lands a jab.
Simons displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Silva.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Russ Simons dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jackson Silva's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Simons connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Silva shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Simons defends it nicely.
Silva bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Simons misses with a wild body shot. #KD2#
Simons feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Silva sprawling to the canvas! Silva rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Simons finish him?!
Simons misses with a looping right.
Simons has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Simons has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Silva is looking to land body kicks.
A little jabbing left from Simons on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Simons changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Simons misses the shot to the body.
Simons is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Silva. #KD2#
Simons cracks Silva with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Simons has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Silva to stand back up!#ROC2#Silva is rocked!
Simons throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Silva sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Oh Silva is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Silva staying out of range there.
Silva gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD2#
and Simons counters with a nice right hand that sends Silva toppling to the canvas! Silva scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Simons finish him?!
Simons throws the left hand but Silva avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Silva shoots in for a takedown but Simons shows good takedown defense.
Silva seems to have got his legs back now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackson Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Silva looking to score a takedown here. Simons is defending well but Silva drives through and ends up in Simons's guard.
Simons really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Silva. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Silva tries to free his leg and advance position but Simons is retaining full guard.
Silva stopping the sweep attempt from Simons.
Silva forces his way into half guard.
Silva is trying to control. Simons wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Silva looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Silva sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Simons defending well though. #T2#
Silva trying to mount his opponent but Simons defends it.
Simons is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Silva moves nicely into side control. #SUB#
Silva tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Silva tries to advance to mount but Simons instead regains half guard. #T3#
Silva is looking to take a break and control but Simons is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Silva trying to advance position but Simons counters by regaining guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Simons can do anything to dispel that myth.
Simons is looking to sweep but instead, Silva has passed into half guard.
Silva trying to mount his opponent but Simons defends it.
Simons is looking for a sweep. Silva is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Silva tries to pass the half guard into mount. Simons knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Silva is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Simons!
Silva seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Simons is holding on tight.
Silva tries to control but Simons wriggling away.
Silva wants to take his opponent's back but Simons doesn't allow it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Russ Simons showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jackson Silva's cut.
That's time! Silva's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Silva moves away from the strike by Simons.
Silva moves out of range of the strikes.
Simons misses with a straight left.
Silva seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Silva ducks under a wild hook from Simons.
Silva tries to score a power double leg takedown but Simons sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Silva somewhat.
Simons swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Silva walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Silva defending well as Simons loads up on a big left hand.
Jackson Silva is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Silva 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.
A big left from Simons misses.
Simons 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.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Silva misses with a takedown attempt - Simons sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Simons jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Silva lands a head kick. Simons smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Silva is trying hard to land a takedown here. Simons sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackson Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Silva takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Silva uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Simons.
Simons misses with a looping left.
Simons keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Simons jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Silva staying out of range there.
Silva ducks under a wild hook from Simons.
Simons thows a left - swing and a miss!
Silva changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Simons throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #TD#
Silva scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Simons tries to bench press Silva off him but Silva keeps the position.
Silva advances to full mount.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Silva moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Simons has worked his arm free - good work by Simons! #T2#
Simons can't do much from the bottom here.
Simons prevents Silva from moving into mount.
Silva with the ground and pound but Simons regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Silva wants to free his trapped foot but Simons is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Silva is trying to control the action in half guard but Simons is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Simons is trying to maintain the position but Silva is very close to passing his half guard.
Silva is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Simons stops Silva from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silva trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Silva moves to his opponent's back but Simons bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Silva. #T4#
Simons trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
Silva wants to sweep here but Simons controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Silva looking for a guillotine here but Simons defends easily.
Jackson Silva has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Russ Simons is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Silva throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Russ Simons comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Simons winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: NYF 11: Donal vs Myth
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Listenoise.
Simons throws a hook but Listenoise blocks it.
Listenoise let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Good shot there by Listenoise.
Simons throws an overhand right that lands on Listenoise's shoulder, as Listenoise tries to avoid the shot.
A nice side step and Listenoise releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Simons misses with an uppercut.
Simons misses with an uppercut.
Listenoise lands a head shot.
Listenoise looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Simons lunges at Listenoise with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Listenoise's hand.
Pellinore Listenoise seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simons throws a hook to the side of Listenoise's head but Listenoise sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Listenoise swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL2#
Listenoise has Simons up against the cage in a clinch.
Listenoise with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Simons lands a hook to the side of the head.
Listenoise tries to land a knee to the head but Simons blocks with his arms.
Simons misses with a hook to the ribs.
Simons is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
With the fighters up against the cage, Listenoise throws an elbow but misses.
Listenoise scores with a shot to the side of Simons's head. #T1#
Simons prevents a body shot from Listenoise.
Simons stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Simons dodges an elbow strike from Listenoise.
Simons just leaning against Listenoise, taking a breather.
Listenoise missing with knees to the body.
Listenoise throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Simons blocks it with crossed arms.
Simons blocks an uppercut.
Listenoise is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Simons is defending well for now.
Simons scores with a hook to the body.
Listenoise digs a right hand into Simons's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Simons's gas tank.
Simons is stalling here.
Listenoise missing with knees to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from Simons.
Simons is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Listenoise's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
A hook to the body from Simons.
A short left from Simons.
Listenoise tries a body shot but Simons blocks it.
Listenoise misses with an elbow strike.
Simons throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Simons is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Listenoise with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Simons content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Listenoise throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Simons blocks it with crossed arms.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A right handed body shot lands from Simons.
Simons lands a left hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Listenoise throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Simons blocks it with crossed arms.
Listenoise pushes off an throws an elbow but Simons leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Listenoise misses with an elbow over the top.
Listenoise working aggressively here.
Listenoise misses with a knee to the head.
Listenoise tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Simons lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Listenoise with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Simons cracks Listenoise with a nice body shot.
Simons content to slow the pace in the clinch. #T3#
Listenoise being controlled against the cage.
Simons just leaning against Listenoise, taking a breather.
Simons seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Listenoise creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Listenoise misses with a body punch.
Listenoise with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Listenoise misses with an elbow over the top.
Listenoise scores with a nice hook to the head.
Listenoise misses with a knee strike.
Simons lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Listenoise tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Listenoise looking to throw knees to the head but Simons is blocking nicely.
Simons misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Listenoise fails to land.
Listenoise is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Simons is defending well for now.
Listenoise tries a knee to the head but Simons blocks it.
Listenoise tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Simons stalls. #T4#
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Simons stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Simons managing to block the knees to the body from Listenoise.
A short body shot lands from Simons as the two fighters clinch.
Listenoise looks winded!
Simons taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Simons pushes Listenoise back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Simons's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Listenoise tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Simons's elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Simons has Listenoise pushed against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Russ Simons.
Simons throws a big shot that misses.
Listenoise displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simons throws out the jab.
Simons misses with an uppercut.
Simons lands a jab.
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 Russ Simons will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Simons drops Listenoise with a straight right hand, right on the button! Simons follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russ Simons!
Our winner, Russ Simons, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: NYF 7: Sam vs McCoy
Date: Feb 04, 2023

#R1#
Taylor lands an overhand right.
Nice shot by Taylor.#CUT2#It looks like Russ Simons has been cut.
A big left from Simons misses.
Simons misses with a hook
and Taylor counters with a stiff right hand.
Simons throws a hook but Taylor blocks it.
Simons blocks a jab.
Simons moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Simons misses with a left hand
letting Taylor counter with a right hand.
A jab from Simons misses.
Simons lands with a shot to the body.
Taylor slips under a jab from Simons.
Simons throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Taylor sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Taylor! But no joy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Taylor looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Simons misses with a hook.
Simons moves forwards but Taylor connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Taylor moves out of range as Simons strikes.
Taylor cracks Simons with a good jab.
Simons tries to move into range but Taylor moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Taylor is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T1#
Taylor looks to score with a jab to the body but Simons is just out of range.
Taylor scores with a nice right hand.
A big right from Simons misses.
Simons is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Taylor's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Taylor scores with a sloppy right hand. Simons should have avoided that one.
Simons throws a big shot that misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Taylor.
Taylor fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Taylor misses with an uppercut.
Taylor uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simons.
Simons on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Simons throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Taylor sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Taylor is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Simons had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Simons connects with a good right hand that stumbles Taylor. Taylor circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Simons cracks Taylor with a good jab.#CUT#It looks like Kevin Taylor has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simons takes one to the side of the head.
Taylor misses with a shot to the body #KD#
and Simons counters with a crisp right hand that drops Taylor! Simons lets Taylor back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Taylor is rocked!
A looping hook to the body misses from Simons. Taylor does a little dance to reset his feet.
Taylor is still on wobbly legs! Can Simons finish him?
Simons throws a pinpoint strike between Taylor's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Taylor crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Simons scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Russ Simons!
A very excited looking Russ Simons 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: NYF 2: Tank vs Kuznecov
Date: Dec 17, 2022

#R1#
Thomas throws out a loose jab but Kuznecov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Kuznecov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thomas uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kuznecov.
Thomas misses with a looping left.
Kuznecov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Thomas seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Thomas takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#It looks like Tank Thomas has been cut.
Thomas misses with a straight right.
Thomas misses with a hook #TD2#
and Kuznecov counters with a single leg into guard. Thomas didn't expect that.
Thomas has control of Kuznecov's left arm, preventing Kuznecov from doing any damage.
Kuznecov works over Thomas with some ground and pound from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznecov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Thomas on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Thomas tries to get out of the position.
Kuznecov postures up and lands a big shot to Thomas's brow. #CUT2#Tank Thomas's cut is getting worse.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kuznecov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Thomas knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kuznecov on the ground.
Kuznecov wants to control from the top but Thomas keeps moving. #T1#
Kuznecov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kuznecov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Thomas works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kuznecov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kuznecov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kuznecov throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Thomas looks to throw the jab but Kuznecov is out of range.
Kuznecov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Thomas throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznecov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kuznecov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Thomas defends it well.
Thomas rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Kuznecov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Thomas is wriggling around but Kuznecov manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kuznecov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Kuznecov lands with a punch from half guard. #CUT2#Tank Thomas's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Kuznecov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Thomas keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kuznecov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kuznecov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Thomas with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #CUT2#Jeez, Tank Thomas's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Egor Kuznecov!
Egor Kuznecov is the new heavyweight champion!
Egor Kuznecov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SSD 13:
Date: Nov 26, 2022

#R1#
Thomas connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Iverson's coach down at Temple of Fitness was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Iverson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Iverson thumps Thomas with a low kick.
Iverson defending well as Thomas loads up on a big left hand.
Iverson throws a right hand that Thomas ducks under and follows up with a left that Thomas also avoids with ease.
Thomas takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Thomas missing with a left hand there. Iverson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Iverson is looking to slow Thomas down with leg kicks.
Thomas throws a pinpoint strike between Iverson's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Iverson crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Thomas scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tank Thomas!
Tank Thomas retains his heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Tank Thomas 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: SSD 10: Becoming Champion
Date: Nov 05, 2022

#R1#
Cartwright shoots in looking for a takedown but Thomas manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Cartwright's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Thomas looks to land a left hand but Cartwright moved out of range nicely.
Cartwright takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Thomas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thomas bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Cartwright's head backwards.
Thomas throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cartwright is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Thomas scores with a sloppy right hand. Cartwright should have avoided that one.
Cartwright looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Cartwright misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Cartwright shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Thomas as he avoids it easily.
Tank Thomas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Conrad Cartwright.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartwright goes for a double leg but Thomas avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Thomas continues to drive forward.
Thomas is looking to counter punch.
Thomas seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#KD#
Thomas drops Cartwright with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Cartwright looks back up at him and smiles so Thomas waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Cartwright is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Conrad Cartwright has been cut.
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!
Thomas dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thomas closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Cartwright out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tank Thomas!
Tank Thomas is the new heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Tank Thomas thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Conrad Cartwright was interviewed post fight and said 'The Cartwright Curse strikes again! The Powers that be just won't allow it apparently.'.

Event: SSD 7
Date: Oct 15, 2022

#R1##KD2#
Thomas lands a big uppercut and Perusinac crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Perusinac looks OK. Thomas waves Perusinac back to his feet!#CUT2#It looks like Didi Perusinac has been cut.
Perusinac tries to clinch up.
Thomas has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Perusinac looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Thomas looks to land a left hand but Perusinac moved out of range nicely.
Thomas fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Perusinac square on the jaw! Damn, Perusinac is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tank Thomas!
Our winner, Tank Thomas, 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: SSD 6
Date: Oct 08, 2022

#R1#
Thomas blocks a head kick by Taunus.
Taunus tries to grapple but his opponent circles
enabling Thomas to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Topi Taunus has been cut.
Thomas showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Taunus.
Taunus fails with an attempt to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Taunus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Thomas swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big left from Thomas misses.
Thomas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Taunus.
Taunus tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thomas misses with an uppercut.
Taunus looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Taunus tries to clinch #KD#
and Thomas counters with a crisp right hand that drops Taunus! Thomas lets Taunus back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed right hand from Thomas misses the target.
Taunus throws a sloppy head kick
and Thomas counters with a big left hand that crumples Taunus! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tank Thomas!

Event: SSD 4
Date: Sep 24, 2022

#R1#
Thomas connects with a body shot that sends Smash's belly button to the back.
Smash swinging wildly here.
Smash misses with a double jab #KD#
and Thomas counters with a crisp right hand that drops Smash! Thomas lets Smash back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Smash is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Smity Smash has been cut.
Thomas circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Smash tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Thomas wins by KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tank Thomas!

Event: SSD 2
Date: Sep 10, 2022

#R1#
Baine tries to clinch but Thomas is having none of it.
Thomas connects with a jab.#CUT#It looks like Rob Baine has been cut.
Baine tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Baine tries to score a power double leg takedown but Thomas sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Baine somewhat.
Thomas swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Thomas comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Thomas ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Baine's jaw. Baine's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Thomas does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tank Thomas!

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