Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: TOF 109
Date: May 03, 2024

#R1#
Thorgard uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Temple.
Temple ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD#
Temple bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Temple trying to control the action but Thorgard is working from the bottom.
Thorgard can't do much from the bottom here.
Temple landing a few strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Temple swings around for an armbar but Thorgard sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Temple's guard.
Thorgard with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Thorgard lands a couple of digs.
Thorgard trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Temple is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Thorgard postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Thorgard is in close to Temple's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Thorgard wants to pass the guard but Temple is keeping the position.
Temple managing to control the position.
Temple wants to control but Thorgard passes easily into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Thorgard lands a nice short elbow.
Thorgard has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Temple has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Thorgard is working away from the top position though.
Thorgard works his foot free and advances to mount. #T2#
Thorgard looking to control but Temple is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Temple wants to control but Thorgard is having none of it.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Thorgard cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Thorgard raining down hammerfists from mount.
Thorgard trying to control but Temple is having none of it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Temple in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Thorgard trying to control but Temple is having none of it.
Temple definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Thorgard is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Temple has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Temple! #T3#
Temple trying to control the position from guard on top but Thorgard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thorgard bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Temple's guard. #REVB#
Temple wants to sweep but no luck.
Thorgard pushing down on Temple's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Temple tries to get to full guard but Thorgard has control of the leg.
Temple is looking to control Thorgard's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Temple avoid being mounted?
Thorgard works his foot free and advances to mount. #T4#
Temple is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Temple is bucking up trying to escape but Thorgard cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Thorgard is landing with some decent strikes but Temple is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#CUT2#It looks like Trent Temple has been cut.
Temple is bucking up trying to escape but Thorgard cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#ROC2#Temple is rocked!
Temple is squirming around, avoiding Thorgard's attempts to control the action.
Oooooh, big shot lands for Thorgard! Temple is hurt baaadly! Thorgard is firing away with more strikes - Temple is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Magnus Thorgard!
Magnus Thorgard thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TOF 100
Date: Apr 12, 2024

#R1#
Andersson throws a lazy uppercut
and Temple counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice jab there from Andersson .
Temple walks into a stiff left hand from Andersson .
Andersson lands a right hook to the body.
Andersson misses with a wild combination.
Temple takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Donk. Andersson catches Temple right on the button with a cross.
Andersson misses with a straight right.
Temple stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Temple throws a jab but it's blocked by Andersson .
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andersson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Temple. Temple circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Temple throws out a loose jab but Andersson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andersson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Temple.
It looked like Temple wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Temple rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Andersson to counter with a crisp jab.
Andersson throws a series of punches but Temple avoids them all with ease.
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Andersson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andersson scores with a nice right hand.
Temple avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andersson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Temple on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Temple definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Andersson lands a jab.
Andersson just misses with a punch to the body.
Temple is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Andersson misses with an uppercut.
Andersson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Temple had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Andersson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Andersson fails to land with a series of punches.
Andersson throws a shot from downtown. Temple moves away and avoids it.
Temple attempts a counter takedown but Andersson avoids it well and moves away.
Temple blocks a jab.
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Andersson .
Andersson missing with a left hand there. Temple was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Andersson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Temple.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andersson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Temple throws a body punch but Andersson moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Andersson ! But no joy.
Andersson 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.
Andersson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Temple wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Temple on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A jab from Andersson misses.
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Andersson misses the target.
Temple connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#KD#
Temple drops Andersson with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Andersson looks back up at him and smiles so Temple waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Andersson is rocked!
Andersson slips a jab from Temple.
Andersson is still on wobbly legs! Can Temple finish him?
Temple scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Andersson loads up on a big right hand but Temple slips the punch.
Andersson moves away from the strike by Temple.
Abraham Andersson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andersson moves out of range as Temple strikes.
Andersson seems to have recovered his senses.#T3#
Temple throws a jab but it's blocked by Andersson .
Andersson throws out a counter right but Temple avoids it with no problem.
Andersson misses the shot to the body.
Temple attempts a counter takedown but Andersson avoids it well and moves away.
Temple pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little jabbing left from Andersson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Andersson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Temple moves away.
A quick step to the side and Temple tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andersson moves out of range as Temple strikes.
Temple throws a hook but Andersson avoids it easily.
Temple waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Andersson .
Andersson throws a combination. Temple tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Andersson misses with a lunging right hand
and Temple counters with a straight right hand.
Temple misses with a hook
and Andersson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Temple thinking.
Temple misses with a looping left.
It seemed like Andersson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Temple slips under a jab from Andersson .#KD#
Temple lands a big uppercut and Andersson crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Andersson looks OK. Temple waves Andersson back to his feet!#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Temple throws out a loose jab but Andersson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andersson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2#
Andersson feints and as Temple raises his hands in defense, Andersson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Andersson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Andersson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Andersson cracks Temple with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Temple looking for a guillotine here but Andersson defends easily.
Andersson trying to control the position from guard on top but Temple is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Andersson looking to pass the guard.
Andersson trying to control but Temple is working from the bottom. #T5#
Andersson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Andersson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Temple looking for a guillotine here but Andersson defends easily.
Andersson landing with the ground and pound.
Andersson connects with a couple of short punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Temple keeping moving, preventing Andersson from controlling successfully.
Andersson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Andersson looking to sit in guard and control but Temple gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Temple's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Andersson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Andersson trying to keep a closed guard but Temple is proving a slippery customer.
Temple passes Andersson 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Andersson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Temple pulls his head out easily. #T7##SUB#
Temple is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Temple thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Andersson 's head.
Andersson is looking for a sweep. Temple is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Temple missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Temple tries to pass to full mount but Andersson defends it.
Andersson tries to roll over but Temple keeps him under control.#T8#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Andersson is looking to control Temple's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Andersson avoid being mounted?
Andersson 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.
Andersson is staying active underneath Temple, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Temple moves away from the strike by Andersson .
Andersson connects with a body shot.
Andersson looks to land a combination but Temple avoids it well.
Temple takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Good shot there by Andersson .
Temple gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Temple changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Temple takes a jab right on the kisser. #T9#
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Andersson .
Temple is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #TD#
Temple dives in and scores a takedown into Andersson 's guard.#SUB2#
Andersson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Temple defends well.
Andersson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Temple manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Andersson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Temple's head.
Andersson won't allow Temple to sweep him here.
Temple trying to keep a closed guard but Andersson is proving a slippery customer.
Temple keeping moving, preventing Andersson from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abraham Andersson 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#
Temple doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Andersson misses the shot to the body.
Temple jabs Andersson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Temple throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Andersson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Andersson misses the jab.
Temple half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Andersson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Temple throws a jab but it's blocked by Andersson .
Andersson throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andersson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Temple on the side of the head.
Temple throws a body shot but no joy.
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Andersson .
Andersson throws a jab but it's blocked by Temple.
Temple with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Andersson to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
Temple blocks a jab.
Andersson ducks under a wild hook from Temple.
Andersson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice takedown defense from Andersson . No joy for Temple on that attempt.
Andersson cracks Temple with an open hand slap.
Andersson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Temple counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andersson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Temple's head backwards.
A jab from Andersson does it's job there.
Temple's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Andersson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Temple scrambles back to his feet.
Temple looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Temple throws a body punch but Andersson moves out of range.
Andersson sizes up Temple with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Andersson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Andersson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Abraham Andersson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andersson dips to his left and cracks Temple with an uppercut!
Andersson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Andersson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Temple finds it's way round the side to connect with Andersson 's head.
Andersson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Temple counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Temple throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andersson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andersson throws a hook to the side of Temple's head but Temple sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Temple tries to counter with a takedown but Andersson is quick to defend against it.
Temple avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Temple attempts a counter takedown but Andersson avoids it well and moves away.
Temple missing with a left hand there. Andersson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Andersson misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Temple misses the target.
Temple moves away from the strike by Andersson .
Temple misses with a body shot
and Andersson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Temple.
Temple is looking to take a break and control but Andersson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Andersson 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Temple thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Andersson tries to improve position but can't.
Temple cracks Andersson with a big elbow. #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.
Temple wants to lay and pray for a moment but Andersson keeps working. #SUB#
Temple looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Andersson is trying to get back to half guard.
Andersson is still trying to improve position.
You can see the frustration on Andersson 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Andersson is not content to let Temple control the position.
Temple throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T5#
Andersson is trying to control Temple's posture but Temple avoids it.
Temple creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Andersson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Andersson is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Temple working the body and head with strikes.
Temple wants to control but Andersson is keeping him busy.
Temple misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Andersson is trying to get back to half guard.
Andersson is working to avoid the ground and pound but Temple connects with a decent elbow. #T6#
Temple trying to control the action but Andersson is working from the bottom.
Andersson is looking for a sweep.
Andersson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Temple goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Andersson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Temple but great work by Andersson .#T7#
Temple is trying to improve his position.
Andersson landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Temple tries to improve position but can't.
Andersson trying to control the action but Temple is working from the bottom.
Andersson working the ground and pound but Temple is defending the strikes.
Temple is not content to let Andersson control the position.
Temple struggling a bit here.#T8#
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.
Andersson postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Andersson working the ground and pound from side control.
Andersson trying to control the position but Temple is working away.
Temple sneaks back into half guard.
Temple is looking to improve his position.
Andersson is trying to control the action in half guard but Temple is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Andersson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Temple is trying to maintain the position but Andersson is very close to passing his half guard.#T9#
Andersson working the head and body with strikes.
Andersson controlling the pace.
Temple gets full guard.
Andersson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Andersson trying to control but Temple is working from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Temple keeping full guard, as Andersson tries to pass.
Andersson won't allow Temple to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Abraham Andersson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Andersson fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Andersson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Temple's guard.
Andersson wants to pass the guard but Temple is keeping the position.#SUB#
Temple looking for a guillotine here but Andersson defends easily.
Temple manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Andersson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Andersson is looking for a triangle but Temple pushes his legs off easily.
Temple sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1##SUB2#
Andersson is looking for a triangle but Temple pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Andersson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Temple is aware though and is defending well.
Andersson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Andersson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Temple is working Andersson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Temple throws a big elbow that misses.
Andersson has momentary wrist control but Temple slips an elbow through the middle.
Temple stays in close to Andersson 's body and controls the position.
Andersson is trying to keep Temple in close. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Temple pushing down on Andersson 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Andersson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Andersson is looking to improve his position.
Andersson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Temple wants to control from the top but Andersson keeps moving.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3#
Temple is working Andersson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Temple not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Temple slips nicely into half guard.
Andersson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Temple is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Andersson has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Temple is looking to defend but Andersson has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Temple! Andersson pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Temple taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Abraham Andersson !
A relieved looking Abraham Andersson 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: TOF 87
Date: Mar 10, 2024

#R1#
Temple throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Halkias sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've been informed that Halkias 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.
Temple moves out of range as Halkias strikes.
Halkias throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Temple counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Temple definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Halkias. Temple does a little dance to reset his feet.
Halkias lands with a nice body punch.
Temple throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Halkias stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A decent looking cross lands there for Temple.
Halkias scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Halkias steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Temple.
Halkias thows a leg kick but Temple checks it #TD#
and Temple counters with a takedown into side control.

Halkias explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Temple misses with a jab to the body
and Halkias connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Halkias displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Temple throws out the jab. #T1#
Halkias throws a front kick that sends Temple stumbling back into the cage.
Halkias lands a glancing blow to the side of Temple's head.
Temple bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Halkias's head backwards.#CL2#
Halkias takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Temple escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Halkias ducks under a wild hook from Temple.
Temple moves away from the strike by Halkias.
Halkias looks to throw the jab but Temple is out of range.
The fighters circling - Temple throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It seemed like Halkias was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Temple moves into range and connects with a jab.
Temple displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Halkias throws out the jab.
Halkias fails in his attempt to clinch. #T2#
Halkias scores with a jab to the body.
Halkias throws a jab but it's blocked by Temple.
Halkias looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
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!
Temple jabs Halkias to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Halkias lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Halkias throws a body punch but Temple moves out of range.
A jab from Temple finds it's way through Halkias's defenses.
Halkias moves in looking to clinch but Temple pushes him off.
Temple misses with an uppercut. Halkias saw that one coming.
Halkias cracks Temple with a good jab.
Halkias is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Temple.
Temple loads up on a big right hand but Halkias slips the punch.#T3#
Temple moves away from the strike by Halkias.
Halkias avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Halkias looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Temple ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Halkias defending well as Temple loads up on a big left hand.
Halkias thinks about the counter body kick.
Temple moves out of range as Halkias strikes.
Halkias slips under a jab.
Halkias bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Temple throws a right and a left that both miss.
Halkias scores with a nice head shot.
Halkias misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Temple.
Stavros Halkias seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Temple throws an overhand right that lands on Halkias's shoulder, as Halkias tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
Temple feints and as Halkias raises his hands in defense, Temple changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#T4#
Halkias looking to control.
Halkias preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Halkias has control of Temple's left arm, preventing Temple from doing any damage.
Temple throwing strikes from guard but Halkias blocks nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Halkias not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Temple distracts Halkias with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Temple is in close to Halkias's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Temple works over Halkias with some ground and pound from guard.
Halkias wants to stand but Temple is controlling the position.
Temple 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.
Halkias is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T5#
Temple working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Halkias's head.
Temple wants to control from the top but Halkias keeps moving.
Halkias trying to control the position.
Halkias 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.
Halkias trying to keep a closed guard but Temple is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Temple keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Halkias's head.#SUB2#
Halkias escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Temple gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T6#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Temple content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Temple makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Temple trying to control the position from guard on top but Halkias is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Temple pushes down on Halkias's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Temple is looking to pass Halkias's guard but actually Halkias recovers to full guard.
Halkias is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Temple is controlling him.
Temple trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Halkias manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##T7##SU2#
Temple is working an open guard so Halkias takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#CL2#
Halkias drives through and clinches with Temple against the cage.
Temple is working for takedown but Halkias is calmly controlling the position for now.
Halkias looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Still in the clinch, Temple scores with a nice short uppercut.
Halkias letting Temple take a breather here.
Halkias misses with a punch on the inside.
Temple blocks an uppercut.
Halkias tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Temple's elbow.
Halkias tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T8#
Temple's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Temple blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short left from Halkias.
Halkias misses with the head strike.
Halkias throws a punch but it's blocked by Temple.
Temple taking a breather.
Halkias swings away with an uppercut that misses. #TD#
Halkias is fighting off a takedown attempt but Temple is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Halkias to the mat. Halkias regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.

Halkias manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Temple wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Halkias has him pressed against the cage.
Halkias misses with a body punch.
Halkias creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Halkias scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Halkias throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Temple wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T9#
Temple scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Halkias.
Temple drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Halkias gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Temple being controlled against the cage.
Halkias blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The referee is keeping an eye on Halkias - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Halkias creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Halkias swings wildly with an uppercut but Temple uses good head movement to avoid it.
Temple takes a shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Stavros Halkias will probably get the nod.
That's time! Temple's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Temple takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Temple. Halkias does a little dance to reset his feet.
Halkias connects with a body shot.
Halkias cracks Temple with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Halkias is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Stavros Halkias seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Halkias scores with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halkias misses the shot to the body.
Temple throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Halkias stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Temple takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Halkias.
Temple drops down looking for a counter takedown but Halkias sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Halkias misses with a hook.
Temple scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Halkias doesn't seem bothered though.
Halkias swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Temple.
The fighters circling - Temple throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Halkias uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Temple.
Halkias throws a series of punches but Temple avoids them all with ease.
Temple misses the shot to the body.
Temple misses with a lunging right hand
and Halkias connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Halkias lands a nice looking body shot.
Temple jabs at Halkias's body.
Temple looks to land a left hand but Halkias moved out of range nicely.
Halkias scores with a sloppy right hand. Temple should have avoided that one. #T2#
Temple swings for the body but Halkias moves out of range.
Halkias now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Temple misses with a looping right.
Halkias appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Temple slips a straight right by Halkias.
Temple is looking to counter punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Temple moves out of range as Halkias strikes.
Temple half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Temple misses with an uppercut. Halkias saw that one coming.
Temple missing with a left hand there. Halkias was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Halkias has Temple up against the cage in a clinch.
Temple blocks a body shot from Halkias.
Temple lands a right hand.
Halkias working aggressively here. #BC#
Temple pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Halkias misses with a wild body shot.
Halkias throws out a loose jab but Temple uses good head movement to avoid it.
Halkias lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Halkias.
Halkias bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Temple will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Halkias uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Temple.
Temple throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Halkias counter with a right hand.
Temple avoids the body shot from Halkias.
Halkias misses with a wild body shot.
Temple misses with a shot to the body
and Halkias counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Stavros Halkias is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Halkias lands with an overhand left.
Halkias ducks under a wild hook from Temple.
A little jabbing left from Halkias on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Temple connects with the punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Halkias jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Temple throws a body punch but Halkias moves out of range.
Temple looks to score with a jab to the body but Halkias is just out of range.
Temple throws a right and a left that both miss.
Halkias throws a jab when Temple was well out of range.
Halkias misses with a body kick.
Halkias ducks under a wild hook from Temple.
Halkias feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Temples jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T5#
Temple lands a jab to the head.
Temple lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Halkias circles away quickly and effectively.
Halkias throws a jab but it's blocked by Temple.
Halkias getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Halkias takes one to the side of the head.
Halkias misses with an uppercut.
Halkias fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Temple.
Temple rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Halkias makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Halkias throws a body punch but Temple moves out of range.
Temple tries to counter with a takedown but Halkias is quick to defend against it.
Temple misses with an uppercut. Halkias saw that one coming.
Temple loads up on a big right hand but Halkias slips the punch.#T6#
Halkias throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Halkias.
Temple feinted with a counter takedown.
Halkias pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Temple wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A telegraphed right hand from Temple misses the target.
Halkias connects with a single shot there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Temple drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Halkias throws a big shot that misses.
Temple tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Halkias was well out of range. Poor timing from Temple.
Halkias waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Temple.
Temple needs to keep his hands up - Halkias had a free shot at his head there.
Halkias uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Halkias uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Temple.#T7#
Temple uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Halkias.
Halkias takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Temple looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Halkias connects with a body shot that sends Temple's belly button to the back.
Halkias stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Halkias wants it to stay on the feet.
Halkias bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Temple's head backwards.
Halkias jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A left lands for Halkias.
Halkias digs a good body shot into Temple's ribs.
Halkias takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T8#
Halkias throws a body punch but Temple moves out of range.
Halkias swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Temple changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Temple paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
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!
Halkias slips under a jab from Temple.#CL2#
Halkias clinches up with Temple and pushes him back against the cage.
Temple blocks an uppercut.
Halkias swings wildly with an uppercut but Temple uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Temple pulls guard effortlessly.
Halkias looking to pass the guard.
Temple keeping moving, preventing Halkias from controlling successfully. #T9#
Halkias postures up.
Halkias stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Temple swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Halkias has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Temple has his hands on Halkias's head, controlling the position.
Halkias stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Temple swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Temple throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Stavros Halkias showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Halkias wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Halkias closes the distance but Temple moves to the side
and Temple counters with a stiff right hand.
Temple looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Temple swings widly with a right hand
letting Halkias counter with a right hand.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Temple finds it's way through Halkias's defenses.
Halkias looks to land a right hand but Temple moved out of range.#T1#
Good exchange - Halkias coming out on top.
Temple swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Halkias displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Temple throws out the jab.
Halkias lands a lovely overhand right.
Halkias staying out of range there.
Halkias unleashes a big counter combination but Temple bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Temple connects with a good right hand that stumbles Halkias. Halkias circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Temple slips under a jab from Halkias.
Halkias throws a good cross that connects.
Halkias blocks a jab.
Temple throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Halkias sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Halkias.
An attempted straight right counter from Temple misses the target.#T2#
A left and a right from Temple both land. Nice combination.
Halkias pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An inside leg kick lands from Halkias.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Temple works the jab nicely.
Temple on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Temple is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#ROC#Halkias is rocked!
Temple is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Halkias.
Halkias is still on wobbly legs! Can Temple finish him?
A low kick lands for Halkias.
A big right from Temple misses.
Temple throws a nice looking combination but Halkias bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Halkias seems to have recovered his senses.
Temple fails with the takedown.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Temple uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Halkias.
It looked like Temple wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Temple has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Halkias.
Temple fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Halkias manages to avoid it.
Temple throws a hook but Halkias blocks it.
Temple fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Halkias on the side of the head.
Halkias misses with a hook.
Temple keeps the fight on the outside.
Halkias takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Temple throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Halkias sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Halkias throws a body shot but no joy.
Temple half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4#
Halkias ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Halkias throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Temple tries to counter with a takedown but Halkias is quick to defend against it.
Halkias just misses with a punch to the body.
Temple tries to move into range but Halkias moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Halkias throws a lazy uppercut
and Temple counters with a stiff right hand.
Halkias catches Temple with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Temple throws a body shot but no joy.
Temple on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Halkias. Halkias obviously looking to wear him down.
Temple throws a right hand that misses
and Halkias counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Temple throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Halkias now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Halkias connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Trent Temple has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T5#
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Halkias.
No luck for Temple with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trent Temple. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Halkias swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Temple changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Temple misses with a lunging right hand
and Halkias counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Halkias throws a body punch but Temple moves out of range.
Temple seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Halkias's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Temple connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Halkias scrambles back to his feet.
Halkias lands a nice hook to Temple's body. Temple takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Temple throws a good cross that connects.
Temple fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Halkias throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T6#
Halkias gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Halkias ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Temple moves away.
Temple half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Temple moves out of range of the strikes.
Temple is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Halkias swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Temple feinted with a counter takedown.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Halkias ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Temple moves away.
Temple changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Halkias throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Temple sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Temple misses its intended target.
Halkias keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Temple uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Halkias.
Temple tries to counter with a takedown but Halkias is quick to defend against it.#T7#
Halkias slips under a jab.
Halkias now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#CL2#
Halkias rushes Temple and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Temple presses Halkias against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Temple jumps guard but Halkias stands there with Temple around his waist. Temple gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Temple fails to pull guard.
Halkias taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Stavros Halkias seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A short right from Temple on the inside.
Temple blocks a body shot from Halkias.
Temple tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Halkias just stands there and leans against the cage.
Halkias misses with the head strike.
Halkias is trying to maintain a safe position but Temple gets an underhook and turns Halkias into the cage.
Halkias just leaning against Temple, taking a breather. #T8#
Temple can't get the takedown.
Halkias misses with an elbow over the top.
Temple blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Halkias creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Halkias has a couple of punches blocked by Temple.
Temple has a couple of punches blocked by Halkias.
Halkias makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Temple breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Temple throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Halkias on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Stavros Halkias is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Temple is defended easily by Halkias.#T9#
Halkias just misses with a punch to the body.
Halkias fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nice straight punches there by Halkias. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Halkias.#CL2#
Halkias closes the distance and pushes Temple back into the cage.
Halkias softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Halkias misses with a short punch on the inside.
Temple tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Halkias just stands there and leans against the cage.
Temple drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Halkias scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Temple.
Halkias is defending well against a takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stavros Halkias comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Halkias 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stavros Halkias!
Stavros Halkias is the new light heavyweight champion!
Stavros Halkias thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TOF 77
Date: Feb 10, 2024

#R1#
Charleston takes one to the chin there.
Temple looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Temple has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Charleston.
Temple throws a right hand that misses
and Charleston makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Temple really felt that one!
Temple throws a jab when Charleston was well out of range.
Nice body kick from Charleston.
A big right from Temple misses.
Charleston raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Temple misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Temple swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Charleston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Temple tests Charleston's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Temple looks to land a left hand but Charleston moved out of range nicely.
Charleston throws a shot from downtown. Temple moves away and avoids it.
Temple lands a lovely overhand right.
Nice shot by Charleston.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Charleston works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Charleston throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Temple.#CUT2#It looks like Trent Temple has been cut.#T1#
Charleston moves out of range as Temple strikes.
Charleston lands a front kick.#TD#
Temple shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Charleston napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB#
Temple is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Charleston is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Charleston tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Temple is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Charleston has escaped the position, nice work there.
Charleston tries to bench press Temple off him but Temple keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Temple is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Charleston is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
Charleston can't do much from the bottom here.
Temple connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Charleston some visible discomfort.
Temple tries to move into full mount but can't pass Charleston's legs.
Temple creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Charleston sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Charleston really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Temple. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Charleston tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Temple creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Charleston manages to get back to half guard.#T3#
Temple seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Charleston does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Charleston trying to control here.
Temple trying to control from half guard but Charleston is working away.
Charleston trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Temple thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Charleston's head.
Charleston wants to control but Temple is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Temple controlling the action here.
Charleston wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Temple wants to control but Charleston is keeping him busy.
Charleston is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Charleston wants to control the action here but instead Temple manages to pass to full mount!
Charleston wants to get back to his feet.
Charleston is bucking up trying to escape but Temple cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Temple cracks Charleston with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Temple lands a big elbow.
Temple is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Charleston can't stay in a position like this for much longer. #ROC#Charleston is rocked!
Temple takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Temple scoring with strikes but Charleston is staying in there.
Charleston is still in real trouble! Can Temple finish him?
Charleston 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.#T5#
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Temple! Charleston is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Trent Temple!
Trent Temple is the new light heavyweight champion!
Trent Temple thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TOF 64
Date: Dec 24, 2023

#R1#
Temple misses with an uppercut.
Juniorss definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Temple misses with an uppercut
and Juniorss counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Trent Temple has been cut.
Juniorss moves away from the strike by Temple.
Juniorss staying out of range there.#TD2#
Temple drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Juniorss working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Temple.
Temple chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juniorss keeping moving, preventing Temple from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Temple postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Juniorss is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Temple, into his guard. #REVR#
Temple has Juniorss pulled in close to control his posture.
Temple looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Juniorss wants to pass the guard but Temple is keeping the position.
Juniorss controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Juniorss avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Temple being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Temple pulls Juniorss in close to prevent any damage.
Juniorss stays in close to Temple's body and controls the position. #T3#
Temple is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Temple looking to hit a scissor sweep but Juniorss is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Temple looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Juniorss passes into side control.
Juniorss looking to control but instead Temple has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Temple gets full guard.
Juniorss preventing the sweep.
Juniorss slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Temple displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Juniorss throws out the jab.
And Temple tries to counter it with a takedown but Juniorss pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Trent Temple seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Temple scores with a jab to the body.
Juniorss displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Temple throws out the jab.
Juniorss misses with a hook
and Temple counters with a straight right hand.
Jab by Juniorss.
Temple thuds a left hand into Juniorss's body.#T5#
Temple lands a jab-cross combination.
Juniorss walks into a jab.
Temple lands with a cross.
Temple avoids the body shot from Juniorss.
Temple connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hamed Juniorss is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Juniorss moves away from the strike by Temple.
An attempted straight right counter from Juniorss misses the target.
Temple has a takedown stuffed.#T6#
Juniorss misses with a body shot
and Temple counters with a straight right hand.
Temple punishes Juniorss's body with a nice straight punch.
Temple misses with a lunging right hand
and Juniorss counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Temple throws a body punch but Juniorss moves out of range.
Temple connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Juniorss momentarily.
Temple misses with a hook. Juniorss ducked under it nicely.
Juniorss throwing a counter right hand but Temple manages to avoid it.
Temple moves out of range as Juniorss strikes.
Juniorss lands with a cross.
Juniorss throws a looping overhand right but Temple ducks down to avoid it. #T7#
Juniorss doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Temple throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Juniorss just misses with a punch to the body.
Temple stuns Juniorss with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
Juniorss rushes Temple and presses him up against the cage.
Juniorss using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Temple has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Temple has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Juniorss avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Temple has Juniorss pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Juniorss manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hamed Juniorss has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Trent Temple.
Temple is working for takedown but Juniorss is calmly controlling the position for now.
Temple prevents a body shot from Juniorss. #TD2#
Temple gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Well, if Temple is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T8#
Juniorss regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Temple.
Juniorss utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Temple lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Temple trying to control but Juniorss is working from the bottom.
Temple throws a big right hand that misses.
Juniorss is trying to keep Temple in close.
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!
Juniorss looking to hit a scissor sweep but Temple is one step ahead there. #T9#
Temple with a flurry of punches that miss.
Juniorss tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Temple working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Temple pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Juniorss is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Juniorss uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Temple.
Juniorss is looking to counter punch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Temple dives in and scores a takedown into Juniorss's guard.
Temple advances position into side control!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Trent Temple dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Trent Temple's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Temple throws a body punch but Juniorss moves out of range.
Temple rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Juniorss counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Juniorss uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Temple.
Juniorss wants to clinch
and Temple counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A shot to the body from Temple misses
letting Juniorss counter with a right hand.
Temple has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple misses with a shot to the body
and Juniorss counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Trent Temple seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Juniorss throws a body punch but Temple moves out of range.
Temple lands a lovely overhand right.#T1#
A big left from Juniorss misses.
Temple looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Temple keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Temple looks to land a left hand but Juniorss moved out of range nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Juniorss misses the target.
A slow jab from Temple misses its intended target. #TD2#
Temple looking to score a takedown here. Juniorss is defending well but Temple drives through and ends up in Juniorss's guard.
Juniorss wants to sweep here but Temple controlling him for the moment.
Temple wants to pass the guard but Juniorss is keeping the position.
Temple postures up and lands a big shot to Juniorss's brow. #T2#
Temple postures up.
Temple throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Temple postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Juniorss is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Temple, into his guard. #REVR#
Juniorss trying to control the position from guard on top but Temple is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Temple has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Juniorss can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Temple looking to hit a scissor sweep but Juniorss is one step ahead there.
Juniorss is stalling in the full guard.
Temple wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Temple has his foot on Juniorss's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Juniorss works his way back into a safe position though.
Temple looking to hit a scissor sweep but Juniorss is one step ahead there.
Juniorss wants to control from the top but Temple keeps moving. #T5#
Juniorss postures up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Temple throws a combination that misses
and Temple takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Temple slips under a jab.
Juniorss closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Temple bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Juniorss's head backwards.
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Juniorss.
Juniorss uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Temple.
Temple tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Juniorss swivels and escapes.
Juniorss throwing a counter right hand but Temple manages to avoid it.#T6#
Nice defenses there by Temple.
Temple throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Juniorss stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Juniorss throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Temple counters with a shoot takedown. Juniorss fights it but they end up in guard.
Juniorss on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Juniorss tries to get out of the position.
Temple trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Juniorss controlling the position.
Temple throwing strikes from guard but Juniorss blocks nicely.
Temple landing some decent shots from guard.
Temple missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T7#
Temple loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Temple throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Temple drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Juniorss manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Temple has Juniorss in his guard.#REVR#
Juniorss showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Temple is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T8#
Juniorss being controlled here momentarily.
Temple has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Temple is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T9#
Juniorss is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Temple looking for a triangle here. Juniorss is fighting it but it looks tight! Temple pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Juniorss is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Trent Temple!
Trent Temple seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: TOF 57
Date: Dec 02, 2023

#R1#
Price misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Temple.
Temple looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Temple ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Price moves away.
Temple misses with an uppercut
and Price counters with a stiff right hand.
Temple scores with a jab to the head.
Temple misses with a looping right.
Temple misses with an uppercut. Price saw that one coming.
Temple avoids a punch combination nicely.
Price throws a leg kick #TD#
and Temple counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Temple.
Temple's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Temple continues to stall.
Temple trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Price keeping moving, preventing Temple from controlling successfully.
Temple scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
Temple is fighting to break Price's control of his arms but Price is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Price working a defensive guard here.
Temple trying to control the position from guard on top but Price is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Price looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Price is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Temple tries to free his leg and advance position but Price is retaining full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Temple trying to control but Price is working from the bottom.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Temple lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Temple advances to half guard.
Price 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.
Well, if Temple is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Temple lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Temple tries to pass the half guard into mount. Price knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ground and pound from Temple. #T3#
Temple is looking to take a break and control but Price is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Price slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Price is looking for a triangle but Temple pushes his legs off easily.
Price trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Price throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Temple escapes and throws Price's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Temple wants to control but Price is keeping him busy. #T4#
Price manages to get back to half guard.
Temple seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Price does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Price is looking to improve his position.
Temple is keen to just control but Price is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Price is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Temple pulls his head out easily.
Temple lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Price tries to get to full guard but Temple has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Price looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T5#
Temple looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Price with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Temple not doing much here. #SUB2#
Price looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Temple with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Temple wants to control but Price is keeping him busy.
Temple keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Price wants to sweep but Temple has passed to side control!#T6#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Temple working the ground and pound.#SUB#
Temple working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Price being controlled for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Price manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Price is looking for a sweep. Temple is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Temple is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T7#
Temple trying to control the action but Price is working from the bottom.
Price trying to control here. #SUB#
Temple is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Price defends it well. #SUB2#
Price actively working from the bottom here.
Price regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Price has his foot on Temple's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Temple works his way back into a safe position though.
Temple trying to control but Price is working from the bottom. #T8#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Temple showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
More hug and hope from Temple.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Price uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Temple.
Price scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Trent Temple is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A cross from Price lands.
Price lands a nice shot that snaps Temple's head back.
Temple throws a looping overhand right but Price ducks down to avoid it. #T9#
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Price.
Price slips under a jab.
Temple swings for the body but Price moves out of range.
Price throws a body punch but Temple moves out of range.
Temple is looking to counter punch.
Nice shot lands for Temple.
Temple waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Price.
Price drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Temple defends it well.
Price takes a swing at Temple's ribcage but misses.
Price fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Temple manages to avoid it.
Temple slips a jab from Price.
Temple misses with a looping right.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Price misses with an uppercut.
Temple throws a lazy uppercut
and Price counters with a straight right hand.
Price uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Temple.
Temple throws a looping overhand right but Price ducks down to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Trent Temple dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Temple scores with a jab.
Temple digs a good body shot into Price's ribs.
A big right from Price misses.
Temple misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Price.
Nice straight punches there by Price. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Price.
A cross from Temple lands.
Price pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Temple throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Price on the side of the head.
Temple just misses with a punch to the body.
Price slips a jab from Temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Price throws a body shot but no joy.
Good shot there by Temple.
Temple ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Price moves away.
Price cracks Temple with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Price uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Temple.
Price throws a right hand that misses
enabling Temple to counter with a crisp jab.
Temple loads up on a big right hand but Price slips the punch.
Temple lands a jab to the head.
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Price.
Temple ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Price moves away.
Temple steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Price.
Temple misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Temple throws a jab but it's blocked by Price.
A jab from Price finds it's way through Temple's defenses.
Temple throws out a loose jab but Price uses good head movement to avoid it.
Price jabs Temple to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Price ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Price misses with a looping left.
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Temple is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Price can do to turn this around?
Price misses with a looping left.
Price uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Temple.
Price throws a shot to the body.
Trent Temple is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Temple misses the jab.
Temple fails to land with a series of punches.
Price throws a right and a left that Temple avoids nicely.
Temple throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Price digs a good body shot into Temple's ribs.
Price lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Temple. No joy for Price on that attempt.
Price wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jab by Price.#T3#
Price misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Temple.
Price misses with a wild body shot.
Price will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Temple lands with a shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Price. Beautiful body shot.
Temple throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Price looks to score with a jab to the body but Temple is just out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Temple as he connects with a hook.
Price lands a right hook to the body.
Temple uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Price.
Temple with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T4#
Temple swings for the body but Price moves out of range.
Temple loads up on a big right hand but Price slips the punch.
Temple misses with a jab to the body
and Price counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Temple on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Price looks to land a right hand but Temple moved out of range.
Temple lands a jab.
Temple just misses with a punch to the body.
Temple with a jab.
Temple misses the shot to the body.
Price misses with a hook
and Temple cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Price missing with a left hand there. Temple was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Temple just misses with a punch to the body.
Temple lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T5#
Temple scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Price looks to land a right hand but Temple moved out of range.
Temple waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Price.
Temple misses with a straight left.
Temple throws an overhand right that lands on Price's shoulder, as Price tries to avoid the shot.
Price looks to score with a jab to the body but Temple is just out of range.
Price moves out of range of the strikes.
Price moves forwards but Temple connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Temple avoids the body shot from Price.
Price throws a lazy right hand but Temple sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Temple takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Price punishes Temple's body with a nice straight punch.
Price swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T6#
Temple takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Price uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Temple.
Price throws a leg kick but Temple moved away.
Temple throwing a counter right hand but Price manages to avoid it.
Temple tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Price was well out of range. Poor timing from Temple.
Price keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Temple.
Price changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Price lands a nice shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Price jabs at Temple's body.
Price throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Price misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Temple.
Temple throws a body punch but Price moves out of range.
Price dips to his left and cracks Temple with an uppercut!
Price uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Temple. #T7#
Price missing with a left hand there. Temple was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Price misses with a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Temple.
Temple waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Price.
Temple uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Price.
Price walks into a stiff left hand from Temple.
Nice takedown defense from Temple. No joy for Price on that attempt.
Temple throws a nice looking combination but Price bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Price misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Temple throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Price throws a shot from downtown. Temple moves away and avoids it.
Temple misses with a hook.
Price slips a straight right by Temple.#T8#
Price looks to score with a jab to the body but Temple is just out of range.
Temple connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Price misses with a body shot
and Temple counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Temple tries to move into range but Price moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A punch lands to the side of Temple 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Price swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Temple counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Temple is thwarting Price's attempts to control the position.
Temple wants to free his trapped foot but Price is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Price wants to control but Temple is keeping busy.
Temple working over Price with some ground and pound. Price looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T9#
Temple working the head and body with strikes.
Temple is trying to control the action in half guard but Price is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Price is looking to improve his position.
Temple works his way into side control.
Temple scoring with punches and elbows.
Temple taking a breather here.
Temple is looking to take a break and control but Price is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Trent Temple will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Price on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Price with a jab.
A big left from Temple misses.
Price avoids the body shot from Temple.
Temple swings widly with a right hand
enabling Price to counter with a crisp jab.
Price throws a hook but Temple blocks it.
Temple was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Temple uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Price.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Price misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Temple.
It looked like Temple wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Price throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Temple sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Price slips under a jab from Temple.
Price let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Price staying out of range there.#T1#
Price throws a push kick but Temple slaps the foot to one side.
Price scores with a body shot.
Price swings for the body but Temple moves out of range.
Temple lands a slapping body shot.
Temple jabs Price to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Price slips under a jab from Temple.
A looping hook to the body misses from Temple. Price does a little dance to reset his feet.
Price misses with a body punch
letting Temple counter with a right hand.
Price cracks Temple with an open hand slap.
Price takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Temple throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Price tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Temple was well out of range. Poor timing from Price.
A big right from Temple misses. #T2#
Temple throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Temple with a nice cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Price looks to land a right hand but Temple moved out of range.
Price looks to land a left hand but Temple moved out of range nicely.
Price steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Temple.
Price connects with a crisp jab.
Price comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Price bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Price keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Temple scores with a crisp jab that stopped Price in his tracks.
Price misses with a hook.
Price waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Temple.#T3#
Price rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Temple moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Price lands with a nice body punch.
Temple throws an overhand right that lands on Price's shoulder, as Price tries to avoid the shot.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Price - that will leave a mark!
Nice body punch from Temple.
Price looks to land a combination but Temple avoids it well.
Temple misses the shot to the body.
Price with the counter takedown but Temple avoids it easily.
Price lands with a good body shot.
A combination from Temple does no damage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Price. Temple does a little dance to reset his feet.
Price keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Price feints the counter takedown.
Price looks to throw the jab but Temple is out of range. #T4#
Price takes one to the side of the head.
Temple throws a big shot that misses.
Price fails to land the takedown.
Price throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Temple connects with the punch.
Temple scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Price digs a good body shot into Temple's ribs.
Price has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Price scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Temple fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Price manages to avoid it.
Price throws a lazy right hand but Temple sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T5#
Price feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Temples jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Price ducks under a wild hook from Temple.
Price lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Temple circles away quickly and effectively.
A swing and a miss from Price.
A jab from Temple misses.
Temple misses with an uppercut.
Temple misses with a hook
and Price connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Price connects with a body shot.
Temple swings away with a body shot that misses
and Price counters with a right hand to the body.
Price misses with a left hand
and Temple counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Price scores with a nice right hand.
Jab by Price.#T6#
Temple cracks a nice hook into Price's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Temple throws a looping overhand right but Price ducks down to avoid it.
Price rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Temple counters with a takedown into side control.
Temple scores with punches from side control.
Price is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Temple off and has taken his back!
Price somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Price throwing wild punches that miss their target. #SUB2#
Temple preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Price.
Price takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Trent Temple overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T7##SUB2#
Price looking to break Temple's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Temple remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Price will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Price trying to control momentarily. #SUB2#
Temple is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Price gets his way!
Temple manages to reverse the position and now he's in Price's guard. Nice work there by Temple.
Pete Price has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T8##SUB2#
Price working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Temple has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Temple wants to work for an arm triangle but Price is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Price throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Price wants to control but Temple is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Temple is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Temple is working for a kimura but Price is defending it quite comfortably.
Temple trying to control the pace. #T9#
Temple passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Price!
Temple prevents Price from getting the reversal.
Temple is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Price can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Trent Temple is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Price flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Trent Temple.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Temple, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: TOF 52
Date: Nov 11, 2023

#R1#
Temple moves out of range as Bronze strikes.
Bronze uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Temple.
Temple looks to land a left hand but Bronze moved out of range nicely.
Temple missing with a left hand there. Bronze was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Temple defending well as Bronze loads up on a big left hand.
Temple has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Bronze is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Temple keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bronze keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Temple looks to throw the jab but Bronze is out of range.
Temple swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bronze misses with a wild body shot.
Bronze misses with a body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Temple! But no joy.
Bronze just misses with a punch to the body.
Bronze misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Temple lands a slapping body shot.
Bronze takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Temple looks to score with a jab to the body but Bronze is just out of range.
Temple throws a hook but Bronze blocks it.
Bronze misses with a wild body shot.
Temple lands with a shot to the body. #TD#
Bronze closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Temple did well to prevent Bronze getting side control.
Temple keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Bronze throwing shots but Temple is blocking nicely. #T2#
Bronze is looking to take a break and control but Temple is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bronze scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Temple is trying to stand back up but Bronze is controlling him
Bronze sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Temple defending well though.
Temple tries to roll over but Bronze keeps him under control.
Bronze not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bronze trying to control from Temple's half guard. Temple has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Bronze postures up in Temple's guard and throws a big left but Temple blocks it. #T3#
Bronze working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Temple has control of Bronze's left arm, preventing Bronze from doing any damage.
Bronze wants to control from the top but Temple keeps moving.
Bronze lands a couple of digs.
Bronze postures up.
Bronze has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bronze stopping the sweep attempt from Temple.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bronze gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T4#
Bronze takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bronze looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Temple is fending him off so far but Bronze persists. Nope, Temple circles away and we're back to standing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Temple! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grady Bronze. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Temple lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Temple scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bronze in his tracks.
Temple connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bronze. Bronze circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Trent Temple is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Temple swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Temple uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bronze.
A swing and a miss from Bronze.
Temple slips under a jab.
Temple throws a jab when Bronze was well out of range.
Bronze swings widly with a right hand
and Temple connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bronze misses the shot to the body. #T5#
Temple closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Bronze fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Temple thows a left - swing and a miss!
Temple misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bronze.
Bronze drops down looking for a counter takedown but Temple sprawls and moves away.
Temple slips under a jab.
Bronze ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Temple moves away.
And Temple tries to counter it with a takedown but Bronze pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Temple dips to his left and cracks Bronze with an uppercut!
Temple fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bronze on the side of the head.#ROC2#Bronze is rocked!
Bronze takes a swing at Temple's ribcage but misses.
Temple connects with the punch.
Oh Bronze is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Temple swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bronze.
Bronze loads up on a big right hand but Temple slips the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Temple throws an overhand right that drops Bronze like a sack of potatoes! Temple dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Trent Temple!
A very excited looking Trent Temple 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: TOF 45
Date: Oct 15, 2023

#R1#
Marks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Marks fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Temple.
Marks throws a nice head kick!
Marks walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Temple checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Temple appears to be looking for a big counter.
Marks throws a half hearted mid kick.
Marks looks to land a right hand but Temple moved out of range.
Temple works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Temple looks to score with a jab to the body but Marks is just out of range.
Marks only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Marks motions for Temple to come forward. Marks throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Temple takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Marks looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Marks turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Marks misses with a kick to the body
and Temple counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marks lands a nice looking body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab lands there for Marks.
Temple looks to score with a jab to the body but Marks is just out of range.#T1##TD#
Temple looking to score a takedown here. Marks is defending well but Temple drives through and ends up in Marks's guard.
Marks is trying to keep Temple in close.
Marks looking to hit a scissor sweep but Temple is one step ahead there.
Temple is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Temple throws a big right hand that misses.
Temple trying to control but Marks is working from the bottom.
Temple pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marks is keeping the position for now.
Temple throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Marks works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
Temple pushes down on Marks's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Temple content to control rather than advance.
Marks keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Temple passes to full mount!
Marks can't escape the position.
Marks wants to control but Temple is having none of it.#T3#
Temple controlling from mount.
Temple lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Marks hang on?
Temple raining down hammerfists from mount.
Temple has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Marks's face.
Marks is in a horrible position here. Temple smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Marks wants to control but Temple is having none of it.
Marks really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Temple. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Temple connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Marks tries to hold on but Temple pushes him away.
Temple lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Temple cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers! #T4#
Temple punishing his opponent with strikes.
Temple avoids the attempt from Marks to control.
Temple looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Temple landing punches.
Temple pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Marks is in a horrible position here. Temple smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Marks takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Marks wants to hold on but Temple pushes him away.
Marks is trying desperately to improve position.
Temple pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#SUB#
Temple jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Marks manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T5#
Temple taking a breather here.
Temple working away.
Temple is chipping away with strikes.
Temple scores with a couple of short elbows.
Temple working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Temple lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Marks down.
Marks is working to avoid the ground and pound but Temple connects with a decent elbow.
Marks sneaks back into half guard.
Temple sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Marks defending well though. #T6#
Marks is not content to let Temple control the position.
Nice strikes from Temple there.
Temple seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Temple is keen to just control but Marks is a slippery customer.
Temple slows the pace down in half guard.
Temple working over Marks with some ground and pound. Marks looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Temple is thwarting Marks's attempts to control the position.
Marks works his way to full guard. Good work.
Temple works over Marks with some ground and pound from guard.#T7#
Temple's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Temple wants to control from the top but Marks keeps moving.
Temple missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Temple wants to control from the top but Marks keeps moving.
Marks wants to sweep here but Temple controlling him for the moment.
Marks working a defensive guard here.
Marks is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Temple is controlling him.
Temple 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.
Temple stands up over Marks, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T8#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Temple trying to control the position from guard on top but Marks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marks wants to sweep but no luck.
Temple trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Temple's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Temple is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Marks. #TD#
Temple looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Marks avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Temple.
Marks is looking to improve his position.
Marks is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Temple scores with a couple of nice shots.
Marks is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Temple scores with a couple of nice shots.#T9#
Temple wants to take a breather but Marks is having none of it.
Marks taking some punishment here, with Temple in his half guard.
Marks tries to roll over but Temple keeps him under control.
Temple seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Temple winds up and cracks Marks with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Temple is looking to take a break and control but Marks is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Marks on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Marks slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Marks looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Temple looking to pass the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Trent Temple dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Temple shoots in and drives through. Marks sprawls well.
Temple slips under a jab.
Temple appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Marks on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Temple is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marks can do to turn this around?
Marks with a nice calf kick.
Marks scores with a nice body kick.
Marks scores with a head kick. Temple tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Marks with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Marks takes one on the button.
Temple just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marks gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Temple blocks a head kick by Marks.
Marks throws a hook to the side of Temple's head but Temple sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marks moves forwards but Temple connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Temple scores with a jab to the jaw.
Temple lands with a nice body punch.
Temple shoots in looking for a takedown. Marks tries to sprawl out of it but Temple keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marks manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Marks swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Temple throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marks moves away from the strike by Temple.
Marks slips a jab and a cross from Temple.
Marks scores with a decent looking hook.
Temple misses with an uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
The fighters circling - Temple throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Marks throws a sloppy head kick and Temple moves out of range easily.
Temple lands a head shot.#T2#
Marks throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Temple throws a combination that misses
and Marks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Temple walks into a stiff left hand from Marks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Temple bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Marks's head.
Temple takes a kick to the side of the head.
Temple swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jeremy Marks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Temple tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marks was well out of range. Poor timing from Temple.
Marks throws a head kick that misses.
Marks tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Temple changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Marks motions for Temple to come forward. Marks throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Marks throws a leg kick #TD#
and Temple counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Temple.
Temple landing with the ground and pound. #T3#
Marks is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Temple working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Temple looking to sit in guard and control but Marks gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Marks got a little sloppy there for a moment and Temple has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Marks has managed to get both his arms back between Temple's legs - danger averted.
Marks preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Temple working for a triangle but Marks defends it easily. #SUB#
Temple working for a triangle but Marks defends it easily. #T4#
Temple keeping moving, preventing Marks from controlling successfully.
Temple controls Marks momentarily but Marks frees himself.
Temple keeping moving, preventing Marks from controlling successfully.
Marks is stalling in the full guard. #T5##SUB#
Temple escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Marks gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Temple had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Marks defends it easily.
Marks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Temple is keeping the position for now.
Temple manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Marks manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T6#
Temple is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Temple content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Marks is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Temple throws a big elbow that misses.
Trent Temple overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Temple trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Marks manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Marks trying to control but Temple is working from the bottom.
Marks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Temple is keeping the position for now.
Temple is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T7#
Marks has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Temple is proving hard to escape from.
Marks looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Marks wants to pass the guard but Temple is keeping the position.
Marks wants to control from the top but Temple keeps moving. #T8#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Marks controlling from the top position.
Temple has his hands on Marks's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Marks throws a body punch but Temple moves out of range.
Marks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Temple scores with a body shot.
Marks chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Temple lands a lovely overhand right.#T9#
Marks swings for the body but Temple moves out of range.
Temple appears to be looking for a big counter.
Temple misses with a body shot.
Jeremy Marks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice body punch from Temple.
Marks misses with an attempted mid kick.
Marks throws a sloppy head kick and Temple moves out of range easily.
Marks slips a straight right by Temple.
Temple uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#TD#
Marks gets caught flat footed, as Temple shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Marks 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.
Marks is breathing heavily.
Temple wants to control from the top but Marks keeps moving.
Temple pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marks is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Trent Temple will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Temple shoots in for a takedown but Marks shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Marks delivers a nice body kick.
Temple just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice side step and Marks releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Temple steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Marks. That one must have hurt.
Temple takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Marks throws a head kick but Temple moves out of range.
Marks swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Marks moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple takes a kick to the side of the head.
Marks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marks unleashes a big counter combination but Temple bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Temple lands with a nice combination. Marks backs away looking to recover.#CUT#It looks like Jeremy Marks has been cut.#TD#
Temple scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.

Marks has one foot on Temple's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T1#
Temple throws a body shot but no joy.
Marks rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Temple counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Temple.
Marks tries a head kick but it misses.
Marks lands a two punch combo.
Marks takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Temple shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Marks manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.

Marks has his feet on Temple's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Marks on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Marks throws a series of punches but Temple moves out of range.
Temple appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
Marks throws a body shot but no joy.
Temple was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Marks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Temple.
Temple throws a hook to the side of Marks's head but Marks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Temple throws a lazy uppercut
and Marks counters with a solid body kick. #TD#
Temple looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.

Marks has one foot on Temple's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Marks throws a body shot but no joy.
Temple thows a left - swing and a miss!
Marks shapes to counter with a head kick.
Temple lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Marks thows a body kick. Temple tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T3#
Temple throws a series of punches but Marks moves out of range.
Marks is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Temple with a body shot.
Temple throws a hook to the side of Marks's head but Marks sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Temple shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Temple chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Marks can pounce on him.
Marks scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Temple throws a poor cross that misses
and Marks counters with a series of strikes. Temple will be more careful next time no doubt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Marks.
A punch combination from Marks misses.
Marks tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Temple throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marks throws a counter combo.
Temple blocks a leg kick.#T4#
A jab from Temple misses.
Marks ducks under a wild hook from Temple.
Temple misses with a hook.
Marks follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Temple throws a right hand that misses
and Marks counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Temple misses the jab.
Marks throws a right hand that Temple ducks under and follows up with a left that Temple also avoids with ease.
A slapping body kick lands there for Marks.
Marks throws a push kick but Temple slaps the foot to one side.
Marks lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Marks connects with a high kick.
Temple avoids the head kick by Marks.
Temple throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marks sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T5#
Temple lands with an overhand left.
Marks tries to land a leg kick but Temple saw it coming and moves away.
Temple drops down looking for a counter takedown but Marks sprawls and moves away.
Temple will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Temple misses with a takedown
and Marks counters with a nice kick to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trent Temple. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice leg kick lands there from Marks.
Marks throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and Temple counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Temple performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Temple is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Marks works his way to full guard. Good work.#T6#
Marks manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Temple manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Temple looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Marks has picked Temple up and slammed him! Temple can't keep hold of the triangle and Marks manages to pass to side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marks working away.
Marks advances to mount.
Marks controlling from the full mount.
Temple working to try and regain half guard. #T7#
Marks controlling from mount.
Temple working to try and regain half guard.
Marks can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Temple is looking to escape.
Marks avoids the attempt from Temple to control.#T8#
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.
Temple keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Temple bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Temple looking to pass the guard.
Marks not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Temple postures up in Marks's guard and throws a big left but Marks blocks it.
Temple postures up in Marks's guard and throws a big left but Marks blocks it.
Temple trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Marks manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##T9#
Temple not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Marks trying to control but Temple is working from the bottom.
Temple manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Marks manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Temple controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Marks is trying to keep Temple in close.
Jeremy Marks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Trent Temple is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Temple advances position into side control!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: TOF 40
Date: Sep 24, 2023

#R1#
Smith misses with a takedown
and Temple counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Temple tests Smith's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Temple uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Smith.
Temple lands with a nice body punch.
Temple lands with a hook. Smith tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Smith takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A big right from Smith misses.
Temple jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Smith misses with a takedown attempt - Temple sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've been hearing reports that Smith has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Horrible takedown attempt by Smith or perhaps it was just good defense by Temple, which made it look bad.
It seemed like Temple was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Temple takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Temple misses with a looping left.
Temple lands with a hook. Smith tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Temple takes a swing at Smith's ribcage but misses.
Smith slips under a jab.
Temple throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Temple misses with a straight right.
Temple jabs at Smith's body.
Trent Temple is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Smith darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Smith working the head and body with strikes. #T2#
Smith not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Smith stalling.
Temple moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smith trying to control but Temple is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Temple had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Smith defends it easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Smith's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Smith throws a big right hand that misses.
Smith trying to control the position from guard on top but Temple is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smith makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3#
Smith missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Temple working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Smith doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Smith manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Temple has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Smith can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Smith slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Temple looking for a guillotine here but Smith defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Temple throws his legs up looking for a submission but Smith uses it to pass to side control. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smith lands a few punches from side control.
Smith scores with punches from side control.
Temple is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Temple's face as Smith controls the position.
Smith lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Temple down.
Smith lands an elbow.
Temple takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Smith working the body and head with strikes.
Temple gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Temple is staying active underneath Smith, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Temple taking some punishment here, with Smith in his half guard. #SUB2#
Temple looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've been informed that Temple has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T5#
Smith takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Smith looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Temple wants to get back to full guard.
Smith 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.
Temple is trying to stand.
Smith wants to take a breather but Temple is having none of it.
Temple scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Smith manages to mount him!
Smith is trying to control here but Temple has managed to regain half guard.
Temple wants to control but Smith is keeping busy.
Temple blocking the ground and pound attempt from Smith. #T6#
Temple wants to control but Smith is keeping busy.
Smith landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Temple has hold of Smith's hands but Smith slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Smith is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Smith is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Temple is trying to get back to full guard.
Temple moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Smith is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T7#
Smith passes Temple's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Temple trying to control from the bottom.
Temple wants to sweep but Smith has passed to side control!
Smith is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Temple will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
A control attempt from Temple but he's now mounted!
Smith with good strikes from the mount here!
Temple is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Temple bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Smith looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T8##SUB#
Temple is posturing up here but Smith has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Temple tries to roll out but it's too tight and Temple has to tap! Slick submission there by Smith!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mike Smith!
An out of breath Mike Smith thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TOF 27
Date: Aug 05, 2023

#R1#
Marks scores with a jab to the head.
Marks throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Marks cracks Temple with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Temple throws a jab when Marks was well out of range.
Marks throws a leg kick but Temple checks it.
Marks tries to land a body kick
and Temple connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marks uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Temple.
Marks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Temple changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Marks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Temple.
Marks lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marks misses with an uppercut.
Temple shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Marks counters with a slapping leg kick. #TD#
Temple shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Marks manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Temple looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Temple passes Marks's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Marks is looking to improve his position.
Marks blocking the ground and pound attempt from Temple.
Marks avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Temple.
Temple throwing shots but Marks is blocking nicely.
Marks is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Temple 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.
Marks tries to get to full guard but Temple has control of the leg.
Temple takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2#
Marks is looking for a sweep. Temple is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Temple thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Marks's head.
Marks is staying active underneath Temple, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Temple working the head and body with strikes.
Marks is trying to get back to full guard.
Temple controlling the action here.#SUB#
Temple is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Marks controlling the position for now.
Temple slips a nice elbow through Marks's hands, connecting with Marks's forehead.#T3#
Temple seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Marks is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Temple passes to full mount!
Temple avoids the attempt from Marks to control.#SUB#
Temple working for a submission but Marks is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Temple has control of Marks's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Marks regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Temple looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Temple is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Marks can't stay in a position like this for much longer. #T4#
Temple trying to control but Marks is having none of it.
Temple with the ground and pound from mount.
Temple prevents Marks from getting the reversal.
Temple lands a heavy elbow. #SUB#
Temple looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Marks 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.
Marks in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Temple lands a nice shot to the head.
Marks tries to lock up and control but Temple gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T5#
Temple lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Temple controlling from the full mount.
Marks is looking to improve his position but Temple isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Temple has hold of Marks's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Marks manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Temple looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB#
Temple looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Temple lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #T6#
Marks can't escape the position.
Temple working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Temple looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Marks regains half guard.
Marks wants to control but Temple is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Temple seems to be looking for submissions.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Temple seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Marks does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Temple looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Temple wants to pass to mount but Marks is defending the position. #T7#
Marks trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Temple is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Marks blocking the ground and pound attempt from Temple.
Temple performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Marks keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Marks is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Temple scores with a couple of nice shots.#T8#
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.
Temple wants to control but Marks is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Temple is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Marks defends it well. #SUB#
Temple is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Temple missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Marks has his hands clasped together around Temple's back. He's all about the action.
Temple working Marks over with strikes. #T9#
Marks is looking for a sweep. Temple is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Temple takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Temple missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Temple is trying to control the action in half guard but Marks is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Marks tries to get to full guard but Temple has control of the leg.
Temple takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marks has hold of Temple's hands but Temple slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Temple lands with a punch from half guard.
Temple thows a huge punch but Marks dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Marks is defending against the submission attempts here by Temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Trent Temple dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Marks gets caught flat footed, as Temple shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Temple advances to half guard.
Marks is looking to control Temple's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Marks avoid being mounted?
Marks really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Temple. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Temple prevents Marks from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marks won't allow Temple to pass to mount.
Marks wants to improve his position but Temple is controlling well. #T1#
Temple is nestled in close to Marks, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Temple trying to control the action but Marks is working from the bottom.
Temple takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Temple connects with a nice short shot to Marks's temple.
Marks is not content to let Temple control the position.
Temple is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Marks can do to turn this around?
Temple prevents Marks from improving his position.
Temple wants to take a breather but Marks is having none of it.
Temple slips a nice elbow through Marks's hands, connecting with Marks's forehead.#T2#
Marks is positioning himself well to prevent Temple advancing to mount.
Temple keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Temple throwing shots but Marks is blocking nicely.
Temple slows the pace down in half guard.
Marks has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Temple is working away from the top position though.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Temple drops an elbow to the side of Marks's head. #T3#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Temple lands a nice short elbow.
Marks is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Temple throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Temple missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marks won't allow Temple to pass to mount.
Marks has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Temple is working away from the top position though.
Temple missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Temple is trying to control. Marks wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Temple looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Marks wants to control but Temple is keeping busy.
Temple lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Marks avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Temple.
Marks avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Temple. #SUB#
Temple is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Marks still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Marks has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Temple tries to improve position but can't. #T5#
Marks wants to control for a moment but Temple uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Temple is looking for a sweep. Marks is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Temple has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Marks is working away from the top position though.
Temple is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Marks wants to control but Temple is keeping him busy. #T6#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Temple is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Marks pulls his head out easily.
Temple is refusing to be controlled, as Marks sits in half guard.
Temple is pressing down on Marks's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Marks tries to free his leg and advance position but Temple is retaining full guard.
Temple wants to sweep here but Marks controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Temple looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Temple lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T7#
Marks is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Marks looking to hit a scissor sweep but Temple is one step ahead there.
Temple postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Marks can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Temple controls the pace.
Marks keeping moving, preventing Temple from controlling successfully.
Temple throws a big elbow that misses.
Temple with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T8#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Marks keeping moving, preventing Temple from controlling successfully.
Marks is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Temple's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Temple trying to control but Marks is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Marks scores with a leg kick.
Temple misses with a hook. Marks ducked under it nicely.
Good leg kick by Marks. #T9#
Marks does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Temple throws a big shot that misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Marks.
Marks attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Temple throws an off balance right hand
and Marks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jeremy Marks seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Temple closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Marks quickly recovers to half guard.
Temple performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marks trying to control here.
Ground and pound from Temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Trent Temple dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Marks lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Marks looks to land a left hand but Temple moved out of range nicely.
Temple takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Temple looks to score with a jab to the body but Marks is just out of range.
Marks now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Temple cracks Marks with an open hand slap.
Marks throws a leg kick
and Temple connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Temple throws an off balance right hand
and Marks counters with a head kick.
A good leg kick by Marks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple avoids the head kick by Marks.
Temple blocks a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Temple.
Marks lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Marks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Temple.
Marks throws a head kick that half lands.
Temple fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Marks on the side of the head.
Marks moves out of range of the strikes.
Temple dives in for a single leg takedown but Marks sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Marks struggles to land a body shot inside as Temple controls his hands.
Marks misses with a short punch on the inside.
Temple lands a left hand that snaps the head of Marks backwards.
Temple misses with a punch to the body.
Temple works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Marks'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.
A right hook to the body lands for Temple.
Marks takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
Temple lands with a short shot to the head.
Temple has Marks pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Marks manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Marks looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Temple goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Temple swings wildly with an uppercut but Marks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marks throws a punch but it's blocked by Temple.
Temple struggles to land a body shot inside as Marks controls his hands.
A short right from Temple on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short uppercut from Temple.
Temple will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Marks up against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T3#
A short right from Marks.
Marks looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Marks breaks from the clinch.
A shot to the liver by Temple. Beautiful body shot.
Marks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Temple throws a series of punches but Marks moves out of range.
Marks misses with a looping right.
Temple throws out a loose jab but Marks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marks appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A left lands for Temple.#T4#
Temple moves out of range as Marks throws a body kick.
Marks throws a lazy right hand but Temple sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marks misses with a low kick. #TD#
Temple scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marks is working to avoid the ground and pound but Temple connects with a decent elbow.
Temple fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Temple has knee on belly momentarily but Marks bucks him off and regains half guard.
Temple throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Temple is thwarting Marks's attempts to control the position.#T5#
Temple looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Marks wants to get back to full guard.
Marks is positioning himself well to prevent Temple advancing to mount.
Temple drops an elbow to the side of Marks's head.
Temple working over Marks with some ground and pound. Marks looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Temple is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Marks doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Temple. #ES2#
Marks kicks Temple off and gets back to his feet.#T6##TD#
Temple shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Marks is trying to defend but Temple finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Marks manages to get to full guard.
Temple throws a strike but Marks rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marks controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Marks must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T7##SUB#
Temple looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Marks passes into half guard.
Temple tries to get to full guard but Marks has control of the leg.
Marks stalling away here and it's allowed Temple to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB#
Temple working for a triangle but Marks defends it easily.
Marks trying to control but Temple is working from the bottom. #T8#
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.
Temple trying to keep a closed guard but Marks is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Temple pushes a forearm under Marks's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Marks is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Trent Temple!
A very excited looking Trent Temple 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: TOF 22
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1#
A low kick from Artell misses #TD2#
and Temple counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Temple stopping the sweep attempt from Artell.
Temple trying to control but Artell is working from the bottom.
Temple makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Temple trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Artell has Temple pulled in close to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Temple slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Temple is trying to work for a kimura but Artell is defending well.
Temple is trying to control the action in half guard but Artell is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Artell is trying to control but can't.
Artell tries to roll over but Temple keeps him under control.
Artell has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Temple is working away from the top position though.
Artell blocking the ground and pound attempt from Temple.
Temple has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Temple thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Artell's head.
Temple throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Temple lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
Temple is working for a kimura but Artell is defending it quite comfortably.
Artell avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Temple. #T2#
Artell keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Temple content to control rather than advance.
Temple is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Artell on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Temple prevents Artell from improving his position.
Temple with the ground and pound but Artell uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Temple preventing the sweep.
Temple loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Artell working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Temple.
Temple content to stall in guard here.
Artell trying to control the position.
Temple with a flurry of punches that miss.
Temple throwing strikes but missing.
Artell keeping moving, preventing Temple from controlling successfully.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Temple's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Temple passes Artell's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Temple is looking for a kimura here.
Temple sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Artell defending well though.
Temple missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Artell tries to roll over but Temple keeps him under control.
Temple trying to control from half guard but Artell is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Temple throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Temple missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Trent Temple dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Artell takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Artell lands a head shot.#CL2#
Temple moves into range and clinches up with Artell.
Artell throws a head punch that misses.
Temple lands a body punch. #TD2#
Temple has Artell pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Temple pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Artell tumbling to the mat - Temple dives into Artell's guard.

Artell is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Artell swings wildly with an uppercut but Temple uses good head movement to avoid it.
The referee is keeping an eye on Artell - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Artell fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Artell's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Artell is leaning against Temple and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Artell presses Temple against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Temple looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Temple tries to work over Artell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Artell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Artell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Temple's elbow.
Temple tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Artell is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Artell lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Artell.
Temple fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Artell trying to stall but Temple improves his position.
Artell scores with a nice hook to the head.
Temple throws a head punch that misses. #TD2#
Temple gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Artell pushes Temple off and gets back to his feet.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Temple loads up on a big right hand but Artell slips the punch.
Temple misses with a hook
and Artell counters with a right hand to the body.
Temple scores with a jab to the head. #TD2#
Temple drives through with a takedown into guard.

Artell manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Temple uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Artell.
Temple now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Good work by Temple as he checks the leg kick.
Temple misses with a straight left.
Artell lands a nice hook to Temple's body. Temple takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Artell takes one on the button.
A slapping leg kick lands for Artell. #T3#
Artell misses the jab.
Artell looks to score with a jab to the body but Temple is just out of range.
Artell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice side step and Temple releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Artell shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Temple eats them both and turns towards Artell to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Temple shoots in for a takedown but Artell shows good takedown defense.
Artell swings away with a body shot that misses #TD2#
and Temple counters with a nice double leg into side control. Artell won't be happy with that.
Artell can't do much from the bottom here.
Temple working the strikes but Artell uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Temple throws a strike but Artell avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Temple wants to pass the guard but Artell is keeping the position.
Temple throws an elbow that misses. Artell uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Temple's guard. Nice move by Artell!#REVR##T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Temple working a defensive guard here.
Artell trying to control the position from guard on top but Temple is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Temple trying to control the position.
Artell trying to control but Temple is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Temple is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kevon Artell dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Temple misses with a wild body shot.
Artell looks to land a left hand but Temple moved out of range nicely.
Artell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Temple manages to avoid it.
Temple with the counter takedown but Artell avoids it easily.
Artell pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Artell takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Temple connects with a body shot.
Kevon Artell is winning the standup battle so far.
Artell doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Temple just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Artell slips under a jab.
Temple takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Artell fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Temple scores with a jab to the head. #T1#
Artell takes one on the button.#ROC2#Artell is rocked!
Artell misses the body punch
and Temple counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Oh Artell is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Temple throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Artell stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Artell seems to have got his legs back now.
Temple dives in and grabs Artell's left leg, looking for a takedown. Artell pushes down on Temple's head and hops out.
Artell is looking to counter with head kicks.
Artell throws a body punch but Temple moves out of range.
Temple throws a right hand that misses
letting Artell counter with a right hand.
Artell looks to score with a jab to the body but Temple is just out of range.
Temple throws out a loose jab but Artell uses good head movement to avoid it.
Artell throws a body punch but Temple moves out of range.
Artell with a nice calf kick.
Artell looks to score with a jab to the body but Temple is just out of range.
Artell misses the body punch #TD2#
and Temple counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Temple postures up.
Temple working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Artell trying to keep a closed guard but Temple is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Temple seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Temple trying to control the position from guard on top but Artell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Artell avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Temple trying to control the position from guard on top but Artell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Artell looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Artell takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Temple uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Artell.
Temple lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Artell misses the jab.
Temple with the counter takedown but Artell avoids it easily.
Kevon Artell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Temple fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Artell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Artell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Temple sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Artell misses with the body kick
and Temple makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Artell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Temple throws a looping overhand right but Artell ducks down to avoid it.
Temple takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T4#
Temple drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice uppercut lands for Artell. That snapped Temple's head back.
Temple misses with a wild body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Temple avoids the body shot from Artell.
Artell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Temple was well out of range. Poor timing from Artell.
Temple misses with a wild body shot.
Temple shoots in for a takedown but Artell shows good takedown defense.
Temple bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Artell's head backwards.
Artell scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Temple fails with the takedown.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Trent Temple.
I think Temple has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: TOF 17
Date: May 28, 2023

#R1#
Iverson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Iverson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Temple lands a lovely overhand right.
Temple misses with an uppercut. Iverson saw that one coming.
Temple throws a series of strikes that have Iverson backpedaling.
Iverson looks to land a right hand but Temple moved out of range.
Temple moves out of range of the body kick from Iverson.
Temple uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Iverson.
A shot to the liver by Temple. Beautiful body shot.
Iverson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Temple.
Good standup being displayed there by Temple as he connects with a hook.
Temple waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Iverson.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Iverson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Temple throws a big shot that misses.
A big left from Temple misses.
Iverson misses with a body shot. #T1#
Iverson throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Temple looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Iverson staying out of range there.
Iverson tried to counter with a leg kick but Temple avoided it.
Iverson misses with a low kick as Temple jumps back.
A big left from Temple misses.
Iverson looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Iverson misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Iverson misses.
A little jabbing left from Temple on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Temple misses with a right hand
and Iverson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Iverson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Temple throws a body punch but Iverson moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Temple throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Iverson is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Temple.
Nice shot by Temple.
Iverson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A low kick lands for Iverson.
Iverson is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Temple shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Iverson connects with a leg kick. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Iverson throws a hook but Temple blocks it.
Temple 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.
Iverson throws a body kick that misses.
Iverson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Temple.
Iverson half committed to a counter leg kick.
Temple misses the body punch
and Iverson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Temple misses the shot to the body.
Iverson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Temple finds it's way round the side to connect with Iverson's head.
Temple stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Iverson.
Iverson missing with a left hand there. Temple was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice body punch from Temple.
Iverson ducks under a wild hook from Temple.
Iverson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Temple counters with a nice uppercut.
Iverson misses the body punch
and Temple counters with a stiff right hand.
Temple displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Iverson throws out the jab. #T3#
Temple uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Iverson.
Iverson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Iverson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Temple misses with a lunging right hand
and Iverson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A low kick lands for Iverson.
Iverson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Temple manages to avoid it.
A jab from Iverson misses.
Iverson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Iverson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Temple.
Iverson connects with an inside leg kick.
Iverson fakes the leg kick and cracks Temple in the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Iverson.
Iverson just misses with a punch to the body.
Iverson swings for the body but Temple moves out of range. #T4#
Temple avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Iverson misses with a left hand
and Temple counters with a nice body shot.
Iverson looks to throw the jab but Temple is out of range.
Iverson staying out of range there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Temple misses with a right hand
letting Iverson counter with a right hand.
Temple throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Temple darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Temple swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Temple's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Iverson misses with an uppercut. Temple saw that one coming.
Iverson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Iverson with the inside leg kick.
Iverson throws a body punch but Temple moves out of range.
Iverson defending well as Temple loads up on a big left hand.
Iverson connects with a solid leg kick.
Iverson slips a jab from Temple.
Iverson quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
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 Chevy Iverson will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Iverson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Iverson throws a leg kick but Temple sees it coming and moves out of range.
Iverson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Iverson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Iverson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Temple might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Iverson has got the better of the exchanges.
Iverson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Temple manages to avoid it.
Iverson takes a swing at Temple's ribcage but misses.
Iverson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Temple.
Good shot there by Temple.
Iverson defending well as Temple loads up on a big left hand.
Iverson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple throws out a powerful jab.
Iverson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Temple listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Temple ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Iverson moves away.
Iverson lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Temple lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#ROC2#Iverson is rocked!
Temple flashes Iverson a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Iverson's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Iverson crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Temple punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Trent Temple!
Trent Temple thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TOF 11
Date: Apr 16, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Temple closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Smith quickly recovers to half guard.
Smith is trying to maintain the position but Temple is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Temple is trying to work for a kimura but Smith is defending well.
Smith wants to control but Temple is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Smith looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Temple passes to full mount!
Temple with a couple of short strikes.
Temple really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Smith. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Temple is working for a guillotine from mount but Smith frees his head quite easily.
Smith tries to hold on but Temple pushes him away. #T1#
Smith sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Smith moves into full guard.
Temple looking to sit in guard and control but Smith gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Smith passes Temple's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Temple trying to control but Smith postures up.
Temple is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Smith is staying active.#T2##SUB#
Temple is defending against the submission attempts here by Smith.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Well, if Smith is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Temple keeping hold of Smith's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB#
Smith looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T3##SUB2#
Temple has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Smith escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Smith!
Smith scores with a couple of short elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith is looking to take a break and control but Temple is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smith working the head and body with strikes. #T4#
Smith working the head with strikes. #SUB#
Smith is trying to get an arm triangle but Temple is defending well.
Temple wants to control but Smith postures up.
Temple is not content to let Smith control the position.
Temple holding on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smith connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Temple some visible discomfort.
You can see the frustration on Temple's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Smith dominated that round.
That's time! Smith's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Smith shoots and misses
and Temple counters with a stiff right hand.
Smith shoots for a takedown but Temple saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Temple scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Smith fails with the takedown
enabling Temple to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith with a poor takedown
and Temple counters with a nice body shot.
Smith fails with the takedown
and Temple cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Temple with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The fighters circling - Temple throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Smith counters with a shoot takedown. Temple fights it but they end up in guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smith throwing strikes but missing.
Temple controls Smith momentarily but Smith frees himself.
Temple pulls Smith in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Smith scoring with punches to the head and body.
Temple not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Temple escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Smith gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Smith drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Temple dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Smith seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Smith is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Temple has his hands clasped together but Smith extends and breaks Temple's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Smith.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mike Smith!
A victorious Mike Smith thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: WFC 30:Jaimie Hopson v Johnson
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Temple.
Temple landing strikes.
Thorgard is not content to let Temple control the position.
Thorgard tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thorgard stops Temple from passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thorgard keeps working.
The referee asks Temple politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Temple prefers to stall for the moment though.#T1#
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Thorgard is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Temple wants to control but Thorgard is keeping him busy.
Temple looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Temple scoring with punches and elbows.
Temple postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Temple is looking to take a break and control but Thorgard is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Temple working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
A lull in the action here as Temple stalls from top position.
Thorgard is not content to let Temple control the position.
You can see the frustration on Thorgard's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Temple wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thorgard keeps working. #T3##SUB#
Temple working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Temple thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Temple is trying to move to mount but Thorgard reverses beautifully and ends up in Temple's guard.
Temple working a defensive guard here.
Temple looking for a sweep. Not yet Temple, not yet. #T4#
Thorgard postures up.
Thorgard is working Temple over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Thorgard postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Thorgard wants to control from the top but Temple keeps moving.
Temple has his hands on Thorgard's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Temple has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thorgard can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Temple controls Thorgard momentarily but Thorgard frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Trent Temple dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Thorgard takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD#
Temple closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Temple lands in his opponent's guard.
Temple pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thorgard is keeping the position for now.
Temple loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Temple trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Thorgard lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Temple had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Thorgard defends it easily.#T1#
Thorgard looking to pass the guard.
Temple wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Temple looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Temple keeping full guard, as Thorgard tries to pass.
Thorgard trying to control the position from guard on top but Temple is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Temple escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Thorgard gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Trent Temple overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Thorgard slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Temple keeping his opponent close.
Temple is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Temple struggling a bit here.
Temple is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
Thorgard cracks Temple with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Temple is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Temple is looking to regain half guard here but Thorgard keeps moving and retains side control.
Temple struggling a bit here.
Thorgard wants to lay and pray for a moment but Temple keeps working.
Thorgard scores with punches from side control.
Temple on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Temple tries to get out of the position.
Thorgard sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Temple is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T4#
Temple is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Thorgard working the ground and pound.
Thorgard is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Temple tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Temple is trying to escape the position but Thorgard is controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Thorgard working away.
Thorgard trying to control the action but Temple is working from the bottom.
Temple is trying to control Thorgard's posture but Thorgard avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Magnus Thorgard will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Temple shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Temple swings widly with a right hand
and Temple takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Trent Temple has been cut.
Temple throws a hook but Thorgard avoids it easily.
Thorgard's coach down at Combat Wombat Burrow was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Thorgard's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Thorgard moves out of range of the strikes.
Temple doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Thorgard to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple moves to clinch but Thorgard breaks away #KD2#
and Thorgard counters with a crisp right hand that drops Temple! Thorgard lets Temple back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Temple is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Temple connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Thorgard's hands.#T1#
Temple misses with an uppercut #KD2#
and Thorgard counters with a crisp right hand that drops Temple! Thorgard lets Temple back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Oh Temple is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Temple misses with a takedown attempt - Thorgard sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trent Temple. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Temple tries to clinch
and Thorgard counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Magnus Thorgard!
After winning the bout, Magnus Thorgard thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: WFC 27: Brunson v Lacasa II
Date: Feb 11, 2023

#R1#
Nilsson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Temple stuffs the takedown attempt from Nilsson. Nilsson gets slowly back to his feet.
Nilsson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Temple defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johan Nilsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nilsson dives in and grabs Temple's left leg, looking for a takedown. Temple pushes down on Nilsson's head and hops out.
Temple is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Nilsson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Temple defends well and Nilsson ends up having to push Temple into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Temple! But no joy.
Temple tries a body shot but Nilsson blocks it.
Temple lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nilsson has Temple pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Temple manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Temple works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nilsson wants to take the fight to the mat but Temple manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Temple.
Nilsson is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple scores with a shoulder strike.
Temple scores with an uppercut up the middle.#ROC2#Nilsson is rocked!
Nilsson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Oh Nilsson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Temple lands with a light punch inside.
Temple digs a right hand into Nilsson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nilsson's gas tank.
Temple throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nilssons head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Temple. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Temple creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Temple lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
Temple has clasped his hands together around Nilsson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Temple has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Temple postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Nilsson badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Temple around the waist but Temple pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Temple is the winner by TKO! Temple jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Trent Temple!
After the fight, Trent Temple was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: WFC 23: Romero vs Halkias
Date: Jan 14, 2023

#R1#
Temple misses with the combination.
Temple cracks Daniels with an open hand slap.
Temple keeps the fight on the outside.
Daniels pushes Temple away with a front kick.
Temple throws out a powerful jab.
Daniels throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Temple misses with a body shot.
Daniels's coach down at Blacksmith MMA Gym ðŸ‡ºðŸ‡² was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Daniels's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Temple throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Daniels sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jack Daniels seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Daniels tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
As Daniels looks to move away, Temple throws a big counter combo but Daniels just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Daniels fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Temple, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Temple blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Daniels doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Temple drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Daniels gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Daniels blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Daniels letting Temple take a breather here.
Temple misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Temple blocks an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Daniels creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Daniels breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Daniels lands a glancing blow to the side of Temple's head.#CUT2#It looks like Trent Temple has been cut.
Daniels throws the left hand but Temple avoids the punch easily.#KD2#
Daniels lands a big head kick that sends Temple tumbling to the mat! Daniels takes a step backwards and waves Temple back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Temple is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Temple throws a jab but it's blocked by Daniels.
Oh Temple is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Daniels tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Temple was well out of range. Poor timing from Daniels.
Temple seems to have got his legs back now.
Daniels moves in looking to clinch but Temple pushes him off.
Temple blocks the body kick.
Daniels throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Temple was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A solid body kick from Daniels.
Daniels looks to land a right hand but Temple moved out of range.
Daniels fails in his attempt to clinch. #T2#
Temple cracks Daniels with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Temple throws a big shot that misses.
Temple sets himself, and Daniels steps forward looking for the clinch! Temple avoids it this time.
Daniels tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Daniels throws a body shot but no joy.
Daniels avoids the body shot from Temple.
Daniels on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Daniels tries to land a front kick but Temple steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Daniels walks into a stiff left hand from Temple.#CL2#
Daniels rushes Temple and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Daniels tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Temple is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Daniels is keeping busy.
Daniels stalling the fight.
A head punch on the inside from Daniels fails to land.
Daniels has a couple of punches blocked by Temple.
Daniels working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3#
Daniels tries to throw a body punch but Temple avoids it by throwing Daniels back against the cage. #BC2#
Daniels breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Temple lands an overhand right.
It looks like Temple has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#TD#
Temple throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Daniels was covering up waiting for the punch and Temple finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Temple is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Daniels is trying to keep Temple in close.
Temple content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Temple's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Temple preventing the sweep.
Daniels keeping moving, preventing Temple from controlling successfully. #T4#
Daniels is trying to keep Temple in close.
Temple trying to control the position from guard on top but Daniels is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Temple working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Temple controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Temple scores with a shot to the body.
Temple just misses with a punch to the body.
Temple slips a jab and a cross from Daniels.
Temple is looking for a counter combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Daniels dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Trent Temple'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#
Daniels punishes Temple's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Daniels moves into the clinch successfully.
Daniels lands a hook that snaps the head of Temple backwards.
Daniels tries to throw a body punch but Temple avoids it by throwing Daniels back against the cage.
Temple gets through Daniels's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Daniels lands a right hand. #BC2#
Daniels manages to break the clinch.
Temple throws a good cross that connects.
Temple paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Temple swats away the attempt to clinch by Daniels.
Temple drops down looking for a counter takedown but Daniels sprawls and moves away.
Daniels moves in looking to clinch but Temple pushes him off.
Daniels looks to score with a jab to the body but Temple is just out of range.
Temple bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Daniels's head backwards.
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!
Daniels tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Temple was well out of range. Poor timing from Daniels.#CL2#
Daniels clinches up with Temple and pushes him back against the cage.
Daniels working aggressively here. #T1#
Daniels pushes Temple back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Temple lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Temple is working for takedown but Daniels is calmly controlling the position for now.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Daniels.
Temple blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Daniels trying to control the position but instead, Temple has worked for underhooks and has pushed Daniels into the cage.
Temple lands a right hand that snaps the head of Daniels backwards.
Daniels lands a left hand that snaps the head of Temple backwards.
Temple has a couple of punches blocked by Daniels.
Temple lands with a left to the head.
Daniels scores with a shot to the side of Temple's head.
Daniels lands a right hand that snaps the head of Temple backwards.
Temple tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Daniels lands a shot to the body.
Daniels taking a breather.
Daniels misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Temple throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Danielss head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short left from Daniels. #BC2#
Daniels manages to break the clinch.
Daniels lands with a nice body punch.
Daniels throws out a loose jab but Temple uses good head movement to avoid it.
Temple throwing a counter right hand but Daniels manages to avoid it.
Temple scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Daniels just misses with a punch to the body.
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Daniels throws a series of punches but Temple avoids them all with ease.
Daniels is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Temple rather than just go for the knockout.
Temple ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Daniels moves away.
Daniels moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Donk. Temple catches Daniels right on the button with a cross.
Jack Daniels seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Daniels ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Temple moves away.
Temple throwing a counter right hand but Daniels manages to avoid it.
Daniels is looking to land body kicks.
Daniels ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Temple moves away.
Temple ducks under a wild hook from Daniels.#T3#
Temple keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Temple swats away the attempt to clinch by Daniels.
Temple appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Daniels has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Temple misses with a looping left.
Daniels uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Temple.
Daniels tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Temple takes a kick to the side of the head.
Daniels is breathing heavily.
Daniels takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Daniels displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Temple throws out the jab.
Temple throws a jab when Daniels was well out of range.
Temple misses with a looping right.
Daniels digs a good hook to Temple's body.
Temple looks to score with a jab to the body but Daniels is just out of range.
A shot to the liver by Temple. Beautiful body shot.
Daniels wants to clinch.
Temple was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T4#
Temple misses with a body shot.
Daniels tries to counter by closing the distance.
Daniels tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Temple manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A big left from Temple misses.
A head kick misses from Daniels.
Daniels swinging wildly here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Daniels tries to close the distance and clinch but Temple swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Temple crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Daniels - the referee stops the clock and Temple gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Daniels. Temple manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Daniels takes one to the side of the head.
Daniels is looking to chop away at Temple's legs.
Daniels throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Temple misses the shot to the body.
Daniels is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Daniels showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Trent Temple's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Daniels misses with a hook to the body
letting Temple counter with a right hand.
Daniels pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Temple was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Temple checks a leg kick nicely.#TD#
Temple closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Daniels to the mat! Daniels manages to get full guard.
Temple 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.
Temple lands a couple of digs.
Daniels tries to strike from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Temple controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Daniels keeping moving, preventing Temple from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daniels tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Daniels is trying to control the position but Temple postures up.
Temple stops Daniels from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Temple connects with a single shot there.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Daniels - that will leave a mark!
Daniels steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Temple.
Daniels throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A combination from Daniels does no damage.
Daniels takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A big right from Temple misses.
Temple throws a shot to the body.
Temple throws a hook to the side of Daniels's head but Daniels sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jack Daniels is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Temple scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Daniels doesn't seem bothered though.
Daniels takes one to the side of the head.
Daniels throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Temple tries to counter with a takedown but Daniels is quick to defend against it.#T2#
Good exchange - Temple coming out on top.
Daniels tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Temple was well out of range. Poor timing from Daniels.
Temple lands a lovely overhand right.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Temple. Daniels does a little dance to reset his feet.
Temple avoids the body shot from Daniels.
Temple lands with a right hand.
A lazy left from Temple finds it's target.
Daniels tries to close the distance and clinch up but Temple swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A slow jab from Daniels misses its intended target.
Temple swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Temple lunges at Daniels with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Daniels's hand.
Temple scores with a nice strike.#ROC#Daniels is rocked!
Temple blocks the body kick.
Daniels is still on wobbly legs! Can Temple finish him?
Temple closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Daniels! Temple dives in looking to finish! Daniels is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Trent Temple!
Trent Temple decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 24, 2022

#R1#
Temple ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rebernik moves away.
Rebernik scores with a jab to the head.
Temple looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rebernik clobbers Temple with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#It looks like Trent Temple has been cut.
Rebernik throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Temple decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rebernik's guard.
Temple stays in close to Rebernik's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Temple is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Temple connects with a couple of short punches.
Temple is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Temple is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Temple not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Temple advances position into side control!
Temple content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SUB2#
Temple tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rebernik seems a little lost for a moment, as Temple dominates the positioning.#T2#
Temple lands a nice forearm strike.
Temple in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Temple looks up at the clock and then as Rebernik takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Temple smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Rebernik wants to get back to his feet.
Temple advances to mount.
Temple tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Temple has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3#
Temple in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Rebernik in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Rebernik is bucking up trying to escape but Temple cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Temple raining down hammerfists from mount.
Temple controlling his opponent.
Temple cracks Rebernik with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #SUB2#
Temple jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Rebernik is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Rebernik and Temple has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
The referee asks Temple politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Temple prefers to stall for the moment though.#T4##SUB2#
Temple has hold of Rebernik's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Rebernik tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Temple cranks the arm and Rebernik screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Rebernik, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Trent Temple!
A very excited looking Trent Temple made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

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