Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: TOF 110
Date: May 04, 2024

#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Cunningham. Punch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cunningham throws a looping overhand right but Punch ducks down to avoid it.
Punch wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A low kick from Punch is predictable there #TD2#
so Cunningham counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES#
Punch kicks Cunningham off and gets to his feet.
Cunningham needs to keep his hands up - Punch had a free shot at his head there.
Cunningham connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cunningham lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Punch looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Punch scores with a hook to the body. Cunningham takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Punch misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Cunningham counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Punch! #SUB2#
Cunningham tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Cunningham postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #T1#
Punch regains half guard there - taking advantage of Cunningham's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Cunningham working the head and body with strikes.
Cunningham throwing shots but Punch is blocking nicely.
Cunningham throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Cunningham missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Cunningham wants to lay and pray for a moment but Punch keeps working.
Cunningham missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Cunningham is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Punch has managed to free his arm - good work.
Punch wants to control but Cunningham is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Cunningham seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cunningham lands a nice short elbow.
Cunningham trying to control the action but Punch is working from the bottom.
Punch trying to control but Cunningham postures up. #T3#
Punch avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cunningham.
Punch is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Well, if Cunningham 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. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Cunningham uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Punch has time to react.
Punch takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Cunningham throws a looping overhand right but Punch ducks down to avoid it.
Thunda Punch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cunningham uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Punch. #T4#
Punch throws a nice looking combination but Cunningham bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Cunningham takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Cunningham misses with a takedown attempt
and Punch counters with a nice uppercut.
Cunningham connects with a looping right hand.
Punch thumps Cunningham with a low kick.
Cunningham takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Punch is looking to wear down Cunningham with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cunningham misses the jab.
Punch misses with a straight left.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Punch.
Punch misses with a looping right.
Cunningham blocks a jab.
Cunningham scores with a decent looking hook.
Punch connects with a single shot there.
Cunningham takes a swing at Punch's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Punch was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Cunningham.#T5#
Cunningham lands a body shot.
Punch slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Punch listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Thunda Punch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Punch lands a nice shot to the body.
Cunningham staying out of range there.
A swing and a miss from Cunningham.
Punch throws a big shot that misses.
Punch throws a nice inside leg kick.
Cunningham throws a right hand that misses
and Punch cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cunningham cracks Punch with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Punch misses with a shot to the body #TD2#
and Cunningham counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cunningham is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Punch blocking the ground and pound. #T6#
Punch is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Cunningham wants to control but Punch has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Punch pushes Cunningham off looking to stand but Cunningham dives back in and keeps control.
Cunningham has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Cunningham perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Cunningham looks to land a strike but Punch avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Cunningham looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Cunningham throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Punch works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T7#
Cunningham scoring with some ground and pound.
Punch looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cunningham throwing strikes but missing.
Punch keeping moving, preventing Cunningham from controlling successfully.
Punch has momentary wrist control but Cunningham slips an elbow through the middle.#T8#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Punch preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Cunningham working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Cunningham postures up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Cunningham looks for a takedown but Punch sprawls well.
Cunningham waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Punch.
Punch avoids a punch combination nicely.
Punch misses with a straight right.
Punch moves away from the strike by Cunningham.
Cunningham works the jab nicely.
Punch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cunningham throws out the jab.
Punch misses with a body shot. #T9#
Cunningham moves out of range as Punch strikes.
Cunningham throws a right hand that misses
and Cunningham takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cunningham shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Punch sprawls well. Punch wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Cunningham gets slowly back to his feet.
Thunda Punch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dennis Cunningham.
Punch slips a jab from Cunningham.
Punch swings for the body but Cunningham moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Punch. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Punch.
Cunningham takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Punch is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Punch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cunningham.
Punch looks to score with a jab to the body but Cunningham is just out of range.
It seemed like Cunningham was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Danga de danga de dang - Punch scores with a four punch combination!
Punch scores with a nice strike.#ROC#Cunningham is rocked!
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 Thunda Punch will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Punch missing with a left hand there. Cunningham was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Punch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cunningham was well out of range. Poor timing from Punch.
Punch swings for the body but Cunningham moves out of range.
It seemed like Cunningham was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Punch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cunningham takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Punch uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Cunningham is still on wobbly legs! Can Punch finish him?
Punch cracks Cunningham with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Cunningham falls to his knees and Punch doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Thunda Punch!

Event: TOF 101
Date: Apr 13, 2024

#R1#
Cunningham throws out a powerful jab.
Cunningham lands with a cross.
Osipov dodges the punch combination from Cunningham.
Cunningham moves away from the strike by Osipov.
Cunningham fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A big left from Cunningham misses.
Osipov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dennis Cunningham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cunningham looks to score with a jab to the body but Osipov is just out of range.
Osipov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Osipov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Osipov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#It looks like Fedor Osipov has been cut.
Osipov moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Cunningham throws a looping overhand right but Osipov ducks down to avoid it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Cunningham has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Osipov slips a straight right by Cunningham.
Cunningham slips under a jab from Osipov.
Osipov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cunningham. Osipov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Osipov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Cunningham lands with a right hand.
Cunningham misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Osipov counters with a takedown into side control.
The strikes coming from Osipov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Cunningham wants to control but Osipov postures up.
Osipov 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.#T2#
Osipov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Cunningham sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Osipov cracks Cunningham with a big elbow.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cunningham is looking for a sweep.
Cunningham is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Osipov is looking to take a break and control but Cunningham is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Osipov working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Cunningham struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Cunningham wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Osipov has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Cunningham's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Cunningham is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Osipov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Fedor Osipov!
In his post fight interview, Fedor Osipov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: TOF 91
Date: Mar 22, 2024

#R1#
Howell slips a straight right by Cunningham.
Cunningham on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Howell, as that shot connected.
Howell throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Cunningham.
Howell ducks right into an uppercut from Cunningham. #CUT#It looks like Julius Howell has been cut.
We've been hearing reports that Cunningham has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Cunningham listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Howell ducks under a wild hook from Cunningham.
Howell pounces like a tiger and cracks Cunningham with a vicious hook! Cunningham is down but not out! Howell follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Julius Howell!
After winning the bout, Julius Howell thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: TOF 76
Date: Feb 04, 2024

#R1#
Jack shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cunningham defends it nicely.#TD#
Cunningham drives through with a takedown into guard.
Jack looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cunningham works over Jack with some ground and pound from guard.
Jack tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cunningham wants to control from the top but Jack keeps moving.
Cunningham slips nicely into half guard.
Jack is pressing down on Cunningham's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Cunningham working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Cunningham won't allow Jack to sweep him here.
Cunningham wants to control from the top but Jack keeps moving.
Cunningham's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Jack not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cunningham stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jack swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jack looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cunningham is one step ahead there.
Jack is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Cunningham scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jack misses with a series of wild punches.
Jack fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Cunningham shoots in and gets a takedown into Jack's guard.
Jack is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Cunningham dives into side control. #REVB#
Jack is not content to let Cunningham control the position.
Jack is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Jack is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Jack moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Jack had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cunningham defends it easily.
Cunningham pushing down on Jack's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Jack taking some punishment here, with Cunningham in his half guard.
Jack is trying to maintain the position but Cunningham is very close to passing his half guard.
Cunningham slows the pace down in half guard. #T4#
Cunningham tries to pass the half guard into mount. Jack knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Cunningham is keen to just control but Jack is a slippery customer.
Cunningham stops Jack from getting back to his feet.
Jack is controlling Cunningham's trapped leg to prevent Cunningham from advancing to side control.
Well, if Cunningham 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. #T5#
Cunningham wants to free his trapped foot but Jack is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cunningham is thwarting Jack's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Cunningham takes a swing at Jack's ribcage but misses.
Cunningham misses with the combination.
Jack swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cunningham connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jack fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dennis Cunningham has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cactus Jack.
Jack looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jack takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T6#
Cunningham jabs Jack to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Cunningham on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jack shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cunningham appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jack looks winded!
Jack misses the jab.
Cunningham lands a glancing blow to the side of Jack's head.
Cunningham connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cunningham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jack.
Jack swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Cunningham is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Jack's half guard.
Jack is looking to control Cunningham's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jack avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Cunningham is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jack has managed to free his arm - good work.
Nice strikes from Cunningham there. #T7#
Jack is refusing to be controlled, as Cunningham sits in half guard.
Jack 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.
Cunningham looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Jack with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Cunningham passes into side control, despite Jack's attempt to control the position.
You can see the frustration on Jack's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Cunningham scores with a couple of short elbows.
Jack tries to buck Cunningham off but Cunningham is having none of it.#T8#
Cunningham lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Cunningham happy to just control the position for now.
Cunningham is looking to take a break and control but Jack is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cunningham is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Jack is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Jack is trying to control Cunningham's posture but Cunningham avoids it. #T9#
Jack is looking for a sweep.
Cunningham scores with a couple of short elbows.#SUB#
Cunningham is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Jack is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Cunningham tries to advance to mount but Jack denies him.
Cunningham tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cunningham tries to move to mount but Jack blocks the move with his legs.
Jack takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dennis Cunningham dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Cunningham lands the left hand.
Jack doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Cunningham counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Cactus Jack is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jack walks into a left hand.
Jack tries for a takedown but Cunningham circles away easily
enabling Cunningham to counter with a crisp jab.
Jack tries a head kick but it misses.
Jack changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cunningham tries to avoid it but Jack manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cunningham to the ground. Cunningham escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Cunningham half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dennis Cunningham has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cactus Jack.
Jack drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Cactus Jack seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jack looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jack misses with a takedown attempt - Cunningham sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Cunningham darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Jack is looking to get back to is feet but Cunningham passes into side control.
Jack is breathing heavily.#T1#
Cunningham scoring with punches from side control.
You can see the frustration on Jack's face as Cunningham controls the position.
Jack is not content to let Cunningham control the position.
Cunningham in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #ROC#Jack is rocked!
Cunningham is staying tight to Jack's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Jack is still in real trouble! Can Cunningham finish him?
Cunningham scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Jack is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Cunningham can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dennis Cunningham!
During a confident post fight interview, Dennis Cunningham thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: TOF 68
Date: Jan 07, 2024

#R1#
Graves misses with a looping right.
Cunningham lands with a shot to the body.
Cunningham throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Graves ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Graves.
Graves steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cunningham.
Donk. Graves catches Cunningham right on the button with a cross.#TD2#
Graves gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Cunningham to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Graves looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cunningham is one step ahead there.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Graves holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
Cunningham is in close to Graves's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Cunningham is fighting to break Graves's control of his arms but Graves is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Graves's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Cunningham missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Graves wants to sweep but no luck.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Graves is on top in guard. #REVR#
Graves wants to stand but Cunningham has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Graves won't allow Cunningham to sweep him here. #T2#
Cunningham is trying to control the position but Graves postures up.
Cunningham wants to sweep but no luck.
Graves wants to pass the guard but Cunningham is keeping the position.
Graves is pushing down on Cunningham's leg trying to pass to half guard. Cunningham is fighting to maintain full guard but Graves has managed to sneak the leg through.
Cunningham has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Graves seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Graves prevents Cunningham from improving his position.
Graves stalling.
Graves wants to free his trapped foot but Cunningham is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Graves slows the pace down in half guard. #T3#
Graves trying to advance position but Cunningham counters by regaining guard.
Graves tries to free his leg and advance position but Cunningham is retaining full guard.
Graves stopping the sweep attempt from Cunningham.
Graves slips nicely into half guard.
Cunningham makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Cunningham.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Graves not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Graves tries to free his leg and advance position but Cunningham is retaining full guard.
Cunningham wants to sweep but no luck.
Cunningham keeps trying to improve his position.
Graves tries to stand but Cunningham is controlling from the bottom. #T4#
Cunningham can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Graves controls the pace.
Further stalling from Graves.
Graves trying to control but Cunningham 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.
Graves fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Cunningham looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Graves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cunningham.
Graves scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Cunningham swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Graves is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T5#
Cunningham fails with the takedown
and Cunningham takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Graves is looking to wear down Cunningham with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Cunningham looks for a takedown but Graves sprawls well.
Cunningham lands a right hook to the body.
Cunningham throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cunningham tries for a takedown but Graves circles away easily
and Graves counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tyrone Graves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dennis Cunningham.
Cunningham misses the shot to the body.
Graves misses the jab.#T6#
Cunningham throws a right hand that misses
and Graves counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Graves lands a jab to Cunningham's midsection.
Cunningham misses with a right hand
and Graves counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Graves drops Cunningham with a big left hand! Cunningham is injured, injured bad! Graves jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tyrone Graves!
An out of breath Tyrone Graves thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TOF 59
Date: Dec 09, 2023

#R1#
Cunningham throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dennis Cunningham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joukahainen with the inside leg kick.
Joukahainen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Some bone on bone action there as Cunningham checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #TD2#
Cunningham drives through with a takedown into guard.
Joukahainen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Cunningham preventing the sweep.
Cunningham with a flurry of punches that miss.
Cunningham trying to control the position from guard on top but Joukahainen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Joukahainen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joukahainen is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Joukahainen looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Cunningham postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Cunningham is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Cunningham throwing strikes but missing.
Joukahainen wants to stand up but Cunningham is controlling him.
Cunningham won't allow Joukahainen to sweep him here.
Cunningham wants to control from the top but Joukahainen keeps moving.
Joukahainen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Joukahainen tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Cunningham postures up in Joukahainen's guard and throws a big left but Joukahainen blocks it.
Joukahainen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Joukahainen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cunningham is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jouni Joukahainen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Joukahainen misses with a wild body shot.
Joukahainen takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Cunningham feints a jab promting Joukahainen to slip. Cunningham then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Joukahainen slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
A jab from Joukahainen misses.
Cunningham uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Joukahainen.
Cunningham doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Cunningham scores with a punch to the head.
Cunningham throws the left hand but Joukahainen avoids the punch easily.
Cunningham fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Joukahainen slips a straight right by Cunningham.
Joukahainen appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Joukahainen looks to land a left hand but Cunningham moved out of range nicely.
Cunningham changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Cunningham looking to score a takedown here. Joukahainen is defending well but Cunningham drives through and ends up in Joukahainen's guard.
Joukahainen is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Cunningham dives into side control. #REVR#
Joukahainen is not content to let Cunningham control the position.
Cunningham sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Joukahainen is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Joukahainen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Cunningham wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Joukahainen stops Cunningham from passing to mount.
Joukahainen stuck in half guard on the bottom here.#T4#
Cunningham sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Joukahainen is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Cunningham scores with punches from side control.
Joukahainen wants to control but Cunningham postures up.
Joukahainen tries to bench press Cunningham off him but Cunningham keeps the position.
Cunningham scoring with punches from side control.
Joukahainen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Joukahainen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
What's Joukahainen going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.#T5#
Joukahainen tries to buck Cunningham off but Cunningham is having none of it.
Joukahainen on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Joukahainen is trying to improve his position.
Joukahainen manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Cunningham wants to control but Joukahainen is keeping busy.
Joukahainen wants to stand but Cunningham has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #T6#
Cunningham tries to roll over but Joukahainen keeps him under control.
Joukahainen content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Joukahainen wants to control but Cunningham is keeping him busy. #T7#
Still in half guard, Joukahainen seems content to control.
Cunningham wants to improve his position but Joukahainen is controlling well.
Joukahainen trying to control the pace.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
No luck for Cunningham with that takedown attempt.
A shot to the liver by Joukahainen. Beautiful body shot.
Cunningham is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T8#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Cunningham misses with a body shot
and Joukahainen counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Cunningham swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Joukahainen counters with a good, hard body kick but Cunningham shrugs it off.
Cunningham looks winded!
Cunningham defending well as Joukahainen loads up on a big left hand.
Joukahainen swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Cunningham counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Joukahainen wants to improve his position but instead Cunningham has moved into half guard.
Cunningham wants to take a breather but Joukahainen is having none of it.
Joukahainen is holding on to half guard well.
Joukahainen is looking to control Cunningham's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Joukahainen avoid being mounted?
Cunningham throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Joukahainen to regain full guard. #T9#
Cunningham throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Joukahainen works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cunningham content to stall in guard here.
Joukahainen has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Cunningham has passed into side control.
Joukahainen tries to improve position but can't.
Cunningham misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Joukahainen tries to improve position but can't.
Joukahainen wants to control but Cunningham postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dennis Cunningham dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Cunningham doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cunningham slips under a jab from Joukahainen.
Cunningham throws a counter combo.
Cunningham blocks a jab.
Cunningham looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Joukahainen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cunningham shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Joukahainen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A jab from Cunningham does it's job there.
Cunningham swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A quick step to the side and Joukahainen tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cunningham keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Joukahainen.
Cunningham ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Joukahainen moves away.
Joukahainen throws a big counter combination but Cunningham scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Joukahainen misses with a body punch
and Cunningham counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
Cunningham closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Joukahainen misses with a few strikes there.
Cunningham has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Cunningham scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Joukahainen doesn't seem bothered though.
Joukahainen jabs at Cunningham's body.
Cunningham moves out of range as Joukahainen strikes.
Cunningham lands with a shot to the body.
Cunningham swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cunningham throws a jab but it's blocked by Joukahainen.
Joukahainen takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Joukahainen staying out of range there.#T2#
Joukahainen swings widly with a right hand
and Cunningham counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Nice takedown defense from Joukahainen. No joy for Cunningham on that attempt.
Cunningham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Joukahainen.
Joukahainen misses with a looping right.
Joukahainen thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab from Cunningham finds it's way through Joukahainen's defenses.
Cunningham connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Cunningham keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Cunningham displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Joukahainen throws out the jab.
Dennis Cunningham seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD2#
Cunningham drives through with a takedown into guard.
Joukahainen has his hands on Cunningham's head, controlling the position. #T3#
Joukahainen trying to control the position.
Cunningham trying to control but Joukahainen is working from the bottom.
Cunningham has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cunningham in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Cunningham trying to control but Joukahainen is working from the bottom.
Joukahainen looking to control.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Joukahainen 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.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Joukahainen gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Cunningham fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Joukahainen misses the target.
Jouni Joukahainen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dennis Cunningham.
Cunningham avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little jabbing left from Cunningham on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cunningham misses with a body shot.
Cunningham blocks a head kick by Joukahainen.
A shot to the body from Joukahainen misses
and Cunningham counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T5#
Cunningham moves away from the strike by Joukahainen.
Joukahainen misses with a series of wild punches.
Cunningham lands with an overhand left.
Joukahainen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cunningham.
Joukahainen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cunningham.
Cunningham shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cunningham lands with a straight right. Joukahainen didn't see that one coming.
Joukahainen is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Cunningham's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Cunningham slips a jab from Joukahainen.
Cunningham throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A little feinted left hand from Joukahainen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T6#
Joukahainen feints and then cracks Cunningham's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Cunningham down.
Cunningham uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Joukahainen has time to react.
Joukahainen avoids the body shot from Cunningham.
A left and a right from Joukahainen both land. Nice combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cunningham stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Cunningham avoids the head kick by Joukahainen.
Cunningham changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Joukahainen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cunningham.
Cunningham listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Joukahainen avoids the body shot from Cunningham.
Joukahainen walks into a jab.#T7#
Cunningham misses with a wild body shot.
Joukahainen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Joukahainen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Joukahainen misses with a left hand
and Cunningham counters with a stiff right hand.
Joukahainen swings for the body but Cunningham moves out of range.
Cunningham with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Joukahainen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Cunningham throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice shot lands for Joukahainen.
Joukahainen throws a big shot that misses.
Cunningham lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T8#
Cunningham uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Joukahainen.
Joukahainen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cunningham's sensitive parts.
Cunningham scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Cunningham lands a jab to the head.
Cunningham misses with a takedown
and Joukahainen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Joukahainen moves away from the strike by Cunningham.
Cunningham changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Cunningham fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T9##TD2#
Cunningham scores with a takedown into Joukahainen's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Joukahainen has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Cunningham has passed into side control.
Joukahainen is trying to improve his position.
Joukahainen is working hard here to advance position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dennis Cunningham showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Joukahainen. Cunningham does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cunningham tries for a takedown but Joukahainen circles away easily
and Joukahainen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cunningham stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Joukahainen staying out of range there.
Joukahainen misses with a left hand
and Cunningham counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cunningham checks a low kick from Joukahainen.
And Cunningham tries to counter it with a takedown but Joukahainen pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Joukahainen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Joukahainen misses with a looping right.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cunningham, as that shot connected.
Cunningham swings for the body but Joukahainen moves out of range. #T1#
Cunningham bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Joukahainen's head backwards.
Joukahainen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Cunningham darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Joukahainen.
Cunningham connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Cunningham lands with a good body shot.
Nice sprawl there from Joukahainen as Cunningham shoots in.
A little feinted left hand from Joukahainen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cunningham steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Joukahainen.
Cunningham punishes Joukahainen's body with a nice straight punch.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Joukahainen. Cunningham does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cunningham swings away with a body shot that misses
and Joukahainen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Joukahainen walks into a stiff left hand from Cunningham.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cunningham digs a good body shot into Joukahainen's ribs.
Joukahainen throws a looping overhand right but Cunningham ducks down to avoid it.
Joukahainen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cunningham slips a straight right by Joukahainen.
Cunningham throws a series of punches but Joukahainen moves out of range.
Left hook, right uppercut from Cunningham.
Cunningham works over Joukahainen's head and body with a nice combination.#T3#
Cunningham misses with a hook to the body
and Joukahainen counters with a straight right hand.
Joukahainen throws a head kick that misses.
Joukahainen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Cunningham to score with a decent uppercut.
A low kick lands for Joukahainen.
Cunningham lands with a good body shot.
Cunningham jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Joukahainen throws a sloppy head kick and Cunningham moves out of range easily.
Cunningham drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Joukahainen defends it well.
A jab lands there for Cunningham.
Joukahainen throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Cunningham jabs Joukahainen to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T4#
Cunningham misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Joukahainen throwing a counter right hand but Cunningham manages to avoid it.
Jouni Joukahainen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dennis Cunningham.
Cunningham displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Joukahainen throws out the jab.
Cunningham throws a hook to the side of Joukahainen's head but Joukahainen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Joukahainen slips under a jab.
Joukahainen throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Cunningham counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Cunningham's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Cunningham working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Joukahainen's head.
Joukahainen keeping moving, preventing Cunningham from controlling successfully.
Joukahainen controlling Cunningham's posture. #T5#
Cunningham working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Cunningham with a flurry of punches that miss.
Cunningham working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Joukahainen pulls Cunningham in close to his closed guard and prevents Cunningham from doing any damage or advancing position.
Joukahainen is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T6#
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.
Joukahainen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cunningham lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Joukahainen keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Joukahainen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Joukahainen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cunningham looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Joukahainen walks into a left hand.
Cunningham scores with a jab.#T7#
Cunningham tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Joukahainen was well out of range. Poor timing from Cunningham.
Cunningham misses with a lunging right hand
and Joukahainen counters with a two punch combo.
Cunningham throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Joukahainen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Joukahainen looks to throw the jab but Cunningham is out of range.
Joukahainen avoids the body shot from Cunningham.
Joukahainen tried to counter with a leg kick but Cunningham avoided it.
Cunningham throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Joukahainen to counter with a crisp jab.
Cunningham misses the shot to the body.
Cunningham throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Cunningham goes for a double leg but Joukahainen avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Joukahainen continues to drive forward.#T8#
Cunningham walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Joukahainen throws a body shot but no joy.
Cunningham with the counter takedown but Joukahainen avoids it easily.
Cunningham misses with a two punch combination.
Joukahainen throws a big counter combination but Cunningham scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Joukahainen tries to work over Cunningham's front leg with a kick but Cunningham checks it.
Cunningham blocks a head kick by Joukahainen.
Joukahainen throws the left hand but Cunningham avoids the punch easily.
Cunningham lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Joukahainen swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Cunningham cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cunningham goes for a double leg but Joukahainen avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Joukahainen continues to drive forward.#TD2#
Cunningham shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Joukahainen wants to get back to his feet but Cunningham passes into half guard. #T9##REVR#
Cunningham working Joukahainen over with strikes.
Cunningham tries to pass to full mount but Joukahainen defends it.
Joukahainen is positioning himself well to prevent Cunningham advancing to mount.
Cunningham throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Cunningham looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Joukahainen with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Jouni Joukahainen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dennis Cunningham is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Cunningham drops an elbow to the side of Joukahainen's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dennis Cunningham comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Cunningham has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: TOF 50
Date: Nov 04, 2023

#R1##TD#
Cunningham drives through with a takedown into Marlin's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Cunningham stopping the sweep attempt from Marlin.
Cunningham landing with the ground and pound.
Marlin wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Cunningham is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Cunningham looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cunningham postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Cunningham makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Cunningham looking to pass the guard.
Cunningham 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.#T1#
Cunningham is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Cunningham content to stall in guard here.
Cunningham postures up in Marlin's guard and throws a big left but Marlin blocks it.
Cunningham trying to control but Marlin is working from the bottom.
Cunningham is working Marlin over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Marlin wants to sweep here but Cunningham controlling him for the moment.
Cunningham landing some decent shots from guard.
Cunningham stopping the sweep attempt from Marlin.#T2#
Marlin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cunningham sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marlin can't keep his opponent in guard - Cunningham advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Marlin wants to control but Cunningham is keeping busy. #T3#
Cunningham not doing much here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Marlin just misses with a punch to the body.
Cunningham drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Cunningham throws an overhand right that lands on Marlin's shoulder, as Marlin tries to avoid the shot.
Cunningham uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marlin.
Cunningham changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Marlin misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Marlin misses.
Cunningham swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Marlin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cunningham was well out of range. Poor timing from Marlin.
Cunningham throws a body punch but Marlin moves out of range.
Nice shot lands for Cunningham.
Cunningham moves away from the strike by Marlin.
Cunningham half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Marlin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cunningham changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Marlin has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Marlin looks to score with a jab to the body but Cunningham is just out of range.
Cunningham misses with a wild body shot.
A nice side step and Marlin releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Cunningham misses the shot to the body.
Cunningham keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marlin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cunningham swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A nice side step and Marlin releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Cunningham.
Marlin now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Cunningham takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T5#
Marlin throws a body shot but no joy.
Cunningham will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Marlin lands with a straight right. Cunningham didn't see that one coming.
Marlin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cunningham sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Marlin throws a right and a left that Cunningham avoids nicely.
Marlin scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Marlin gets caught napping as Cunningham dives in and scores a takedown. Marlin manages to retain guard.

Marlin has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Cunningham is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marlin cracks Cunningham with a nice body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cunningham.
Marlin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marlin. #T6#
Marlin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Marlin breaks from the clinch.
Cunningham smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Good exchange - Cunningham coming out on top.
Marlin ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cunningham dives in for a single leg takedown but Marlin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dennis Cunningham. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cunningham wants to take the fight to the mat but Marlin manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Marlin looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Cunningham is working for takedown but Marlin is calmly controlling the position for now.
Marlin throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Cunningham is trying to maintain a safe position but Marlin gets an underhook and turns Cunningham into the cage.
Cunningham fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cunningham misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T7##BC2#
Marlin manages to break the clinch.
Cunningham with a lazy takedown attempt
and Marlin counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Marlin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cunningham misses with a hook
and Marlin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marlin takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Marlin throws an overhand right that lands on Cunningham's shoulder, as Cunningham tries to avoid the shot.
Marlin lands a nice looking body shot.
Marlin throws a lazy body kick
and Cunningham counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Marlin scores with a jab to the body.
Marlin catches Cunningham with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cunningham misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from Marlin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marlin connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cunningham slips a jab from Marlin.#T8#
Marlin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Marlin throws a counter combo.
Marlin misses with a body shot.
Cunningham appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Cunningham walks into a straight right hand from Marlin.
Cunningham feints a jab promting Marlin to slip. Cunningham then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Marlin slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Cunningham throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marlin! But no joy.#TD#
Cunningham scores with a takedown into Marlin's guard.

Marlin has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Cunningham is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Marlin tries a body shot but Cunningham blocks it.
Marlin wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Cunningham has him pressed against the cage.
Nice body punch from Marlin.
Cunningham is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T9#
A left hand lands to the body for Cunningham.
Marlin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Marlin looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Marlin lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Marlin breaks from the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Marlin misses the target.
Marlin misses with a wild body shot.
Marlin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Cunningham moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Marlin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cunningham.
Marlin looks to land a combination but Cunningham avoids it well.
Marlin jabs at Cunningham's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keanu Marlin dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Marlin takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Cunningham throws a lazy right hand but Marlin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cunningham uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marlin.
Marlin misses the jab.
Nice shot by Marlin.
Marlin moves into range and connects with a jab.
Marlin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cunningham was well out of range. Poor timing from Marlin.
Marlin is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Cunningham rather than just go for the knockout.
Marlin scores with the left hand. Cunningham knows he should have avoided that one.
Keanu Marlin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marlin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marlin lands with a shot to the body.
Marlin lands a nice hook to Cunningham's body. Cunningham takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Cunningham throws a body shot but no joy.
Marlin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Marlin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cunningham was well out of range. Poor timing from Marlin.
Cunningham drops down looking for a counter takedown but Marlin sprawls and moves away.
Keanu Marlin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Marlin swings for the body but Cunningham moves out of range.
Cunningham takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Marlin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cunningham.
Marlin lands an overhand right.
Marlin cracks Cunningham with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Marlin fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Cunningham looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Marlin falls off balance throwing a combination
and Cunningham counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD#
Cunningham shoots in and bounces Marlin off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cunningham stops Marlin from standing up. #T2##ES2#
Marlin is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Cunningham presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Marlin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC#
Cunningham breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cunningham throws a lazy uppercut
and Marlin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cunningham avoids the body shot from Marlin.
Marlin takes a swing at Cunningham's ribcage but misses.
Marlin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cunningham manages to avoid it.
Cunningham drops down looking for a counter takedown but Marlin sprawls and moves away.
Cunningham moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Cunningham.
Marlin manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Cunningham working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Cunningham is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Ground and pound from Cunningham.
Marlin trying to control but Cunningham postures up.
Marlin is trying to stand up here but Cunningham is controlling him well.
Cunningham working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Cunningham lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Marlin is looking to escape.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Marlin can do anything to dispel that myth.
Cunningham trying to advance position but Marlin counters by regaining guard. #T4#
Cunningham postures up and lands a big shot to Marlin's brow.
Cunningham with a nice head shot there.
Cunningham stops Marlin from standing up.
Marlin looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Cunningham won't allow Marlin to sweep him here.
Cunningham chips away with some ground and pound.
Marlin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T5##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Marlin takes a swing at Cunningham's ribcage but misses.
Marlin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cunningham fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Marlin looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cunningham has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Marlin connects with the punch.
Cunningham's jab looks to have found its range, popping Marlin under the eye.
Marlin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marlin avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marlin lands a nice looking body shot.
Cunningham throws a body shot but no joy. #T6#
Marlin throws a hook but Cunningham avoids it easily.
Cunningham is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Marlin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cunningham.
Marlin slaps away a takedown attempt from Cunningham, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Cunningham avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cunningham throws a lazy right hand but Marlin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cunningham uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marlin.
Marlin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cunningham throws out the jab.
Cunningham avoids the body shot from Marlin.
Marlin with a nice cross.
Cunningham scores with a shot to the body.
Marlin leaves Cunningham with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T7#
Marlin lands a nice hook to Cunningham's body. Cunningham takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Marlin loads up on a big right hand but Cunningham slips the punch.
Marlin just misses with a punch to the body.
Cunningham throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice sprawl there from Marlin as Cunningham shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dennis Cunningham. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marlin scores with a jab to the head.
Marlin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cunningham.
Marlin misses with a looping right.
Cunningham misses with a looping right.
Marlin sizes up Cunningham with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T8#
Cunningham loads up on a big right hand but Marlin slips the punch.
Cunningham shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Marlin as he avoids it easily.
Marlin misses with a body shot.
Marlin lands a nice looking body shot.
Marlin jabs at Cunningham's body.
Cunningham misses with a double jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Marlin misses.
Cunningham uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marlin.
Cunningham takes a body punch but keeps moving.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marlin loads up on a big right hand but Cunningham slips the punch.
Marlin throws a right and a left that Cunningham avoids nicely.
Cunningham swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Marlin cracks Cunningham with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T9#
The fighters circle momentarily. Marlin darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Cunningham pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cunningham looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Cunningham walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Cunningham takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A left lands for Marlin.
Nice straight punches there by Marlin. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Marlin.#TD#
Cunningham dives in and scores a takedown into Marlin's guard.

Marlin manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cunningham stalling the fight.
Marlin is trying to push Cunningham away but Cunningham has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Cunningham tries a body shot but Marlin blocks it.
Cunningham drops down looking for an ankle pick but Marlin pulls his leg out and moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keanu Marlin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Cunningham's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Marlin throws a one two combo.
A swing and a miss from Cunningham.
Marlin takes a swing at Cunningham's ribcage but misses.
Cunningham shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Marlin as he avoids it easily.
Marlin looks to land a left hand but Cunningham moved out of range nicely.
Marlin takes a swing at Cunningham's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cunningham throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marlin moves out of range of the strikes.
Marlin takes a swing at Cunningham's ribcage but misses.
Marlin throws a looping overhand right but Cunningham ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Marlin takes a swing at Cunningham's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Marlin tries to sprawl but Cunningham drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Marlin trying to control here.
Cunningham lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Cunningham seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Marlin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Cunningham working over Marlin with some ground and pound. Marlin looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Cunningham is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Cunningham is keen to just control but Marlin is a slippery customer.#T2#
Marlin is looking to improve his position.
Marlin is trying to stand.
Marlin keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Cunningham lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Marlin tries to kick Cunningham off but Cunningham keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Marlin keeping hold of Cunningham's head, controlling as best he can.
Marlin is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Marlin is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Marlin misses the jab.
Cunningham scores with a jab to the head.
Marlin jabs Cunningham to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Cunningham staying out of range there.
Cunningham swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#TD#
Cunningham looking to score a takedown here. Marlin is defending well but Cunningham drives through and ends up in Marlin's guard.
Marlin wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Cunningham manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Marlin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Marlin is looking to escape.
Cunningham is nestled in close to Marlin, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Cunningham trying to control from half guard but Marlin is working away.
Marlin wants to improve his position but Cunningham is controlling well.
Marlin is still trying to improve position.
Cunningham is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T5#
Marlin is looking to improve his position.
Cunningham seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Marlin has a hand on Cunningham's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Cunningham takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Marlin tries to lock up and control but Cunningham gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Cunningham raining down shots from the mount!
Cunningham controlling the position easily from mount. #T6#
Marlin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Marlin is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Marlin regains half guard.
Marlin keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Cunningham is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Cunningham working the head and body with strikes. #T7#
Cunningham trying to control from half guard but Marlin is working away.
Cunningham working the head and body with strikes.
Marlin is trying to stand.
Marlin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cunningham.
Cunningham is controlling the pace.
Marlin won't allow Cunningham to pass to mount. #T8#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#ES2#
Marlin has one foot on Cunningham's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Marlin keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Marlin stuffs the takedown attempt from Cunningham. Cunningham gets slowly back to his feet.
Cunningham throws an overhand right that lands on Marlin's shoulder, as Marlin tries to avoid the shot.
Cunningham throws a shot from downtown. Marlin moves away and avoids it.
Marlin let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Marlin throws a series of punches but Cunningham avoids them all with ease.
Cunningham is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A big left from Cunningham misses.
Nice body punch from Cunningham.
Marlin looks to score with a jab to the body but Cunningham is just out of range.
A big left from Marlin misses. #T9#
Marlin leaves Cunningham with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dennis Cunningham. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cunningham dodges the punch combination from Marlin.
Cunningham waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marlin.
Cunningham cracks Marlin with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Marlin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cunningham appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Marlin misses with a body shot.
Cunningham appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Cunningham ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cunningham misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Marlin misses with a looping right.
Cunningham went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Dennis Cunningham has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Keanu Marlin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Marlin swings and misses with a hook to the body.

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 Dennis Cunningham.
I think Marlin 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keanu Marlin!

Event: TOF 43
Date: Oct 07, 2023

#R1#
Cunningham waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ubereem.#TD#
Cunningham bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ubereem sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Cunningham missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ubereem is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ubereem has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Cunningham is working away from the top position though.
Ubereem moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Cunningham manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Cunningham looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ubereem is one step ahead there. #T1#
Cunningham looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ubereem tries to free his leg and advance position but Cunningham is retaining full guard.
Ubereem engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Cunningham trying to control the position.
Cunningham is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Ubereem slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Cunningham landing some decent shots from guard. #T3#
Ubereem working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Cunningham.
Cunningham chips away with some ground and pound.
Cunningham throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ubereem works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cunningham looking to pass the guard.
Ubereem tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Cunningham trying to move into half guard but instead Ubereem has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Cunningham trying to keep a closed guard but Ubereem is proving a slippery customer.
Ubereem showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Cunningham looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ubereem is one step ahead there.
Cunningham is trying to keep Ubereem in close.
Ubereem is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T5##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A telegraphed right hand from Cunningham misses the target.
Ubereem works over Cunningham's head and body with a nice combination.
Cunningham takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Cunningham misses with a hook to the body
and Ubereem counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Cunningham dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ubereem lands an overhand right.#ROC2#Cunningham is rocked!
Cunningham misses with an uppercut
and Ubereem counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Cunningham out cold! What a finish! Ubereem is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alistair Ubereem!
An out of breath Alistair Ubereem thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: TOF 36
Date: Sep 10, 2023

#R1#
Goodson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cunningham looks to land a left hand but Goodson moved out of range nicely.
Goodson throws a hook but Cunningham avoids it easily.
Cunningham slips a straight right by Goodson.
Aaron Goodson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goodson slips a straight right by Cunningham.
We've been hearing reports that Cunningham has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Goodson tries to move into range but Cunningham moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Cunningham lands with a nice body punch.
Goodson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cunningham was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Goodson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Goodson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cunningham misses the shot to the body.
Goodson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Cunningham blocks a jab.
Cunningham changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Cunningham lands a nice hook to Goodson's body. Goodson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Cunningham takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Cunningham shoots in but Goodson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Goodson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Cunningham with a body shot.#TD#
Cunningham drives through with a takedown into guard.
Goodson is looking to stand up but Cunningham isn't so interested in that idea.
Cunningham lands a couple of digs.
Goodson being controlled here, momentarily.
Cunningham postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Cunningham throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Goodson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cunningham 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.
Goodson is trying to control the position but Cunningham postures up.
Goodson wants to sweep but no luck.
Goodson working a defensive guard but Cunningham passes into half guard.
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. Cunningham connects with a nice short shot to Goodson's temple.
Goodson is staying active underneath Cunningham, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Goodson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cunningham.
Goodson trying to control here. #T3#
Cunningham is taking a breather. Goodson says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Goodson keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Cunningham missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cunningham lands a nice short elbow.
Goodson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Cunningham.
Goodson is looking for a sweep. Cunningham is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cunningham moves into full mount! Goodson won't be happy about that! #T4#
Goodson is bucking up trying to escape but Cunningham cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Cunningham lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Cunningham drops a big elbow. That's hurt Goodson! More shots from Cunningham and the ref steps in! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dennis Cunningham!

Event: TOF 27
Date: Aug 05, 2023

#R1#
Diabeetus staying out of range there.
Cunningham ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cunningham tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Diabeetus swivels and escapes.
Cunningham misses with a hook.
Cunningham throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Diabeetus's waist but Diabeetus gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Cunningham off to one side.
A swing and a miss from Cunningham.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Cunningham is defended easily by Diabeetus.
A little jabbing left from Diabeetus on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dennis Cunningham. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cunningham misses the shot to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Diabeetus misses.#T1#
Cunningham scores with a jab. Diabeetus acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Diabeetus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Diabeetus swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Good standup being displayed there by Cunningham as he connects with a hook.
Diabeetus moves out of range as Cunningham strikes.
Cunningham rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Diabeetus moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Diabeetus doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Cunningham wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Cunningham misses with a right hand
and Diabeetus counters with a nice leg kick.
Diabeetus misses with a right hand #TD#
and Cunningham counters with a shoot takedown. Diabeetus fights it but they end up in guard.
Cunningham scoring with punches to the head and body.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Diabeetus can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Cunningham sitting in guard here, content to control.
Cunningham throwing strikes but missing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cunningham postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Cunningham trying to control but Diabeetus is working from the bottom.
Diabeetus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cunningham is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Cunningham throwing strikes but missing.
Cunningham content to stall in guard here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Cunningham landing some decent shots from guard.
Cunningham working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Cunningham working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Cunningham engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cunningham misses with a double jab.
Cunningham seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Cunningham throws an off balance right hand
and Diabeetus connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cunningham fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Cunningham throws a sloppy body shot #KD2#
and Diabeetus counters with a crisp right hand that drops Cunningham! Diabeetus lets Cunningham back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Cunningham is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Dennis Cunningham has been cut.
Diabeetus moves in close and cracks Cunningham with a massive right hand! Cunningham, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Diabeetus!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Suga Diabeetus!
After winning the bout, Suga Diabeetus thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: TOF 22
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1#
Cunningham ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Norberg moves away.
We've been hearing reports that Cunningham has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Nice body punch from Norberg.
Norberg takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Norberg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Norberg scores with a hook.#CL#
Cunningham has taken the fight to the clinch.
Cunningham swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Norberg is looking to break free of the clinch but Cunningham has double underhooks.
Norberg tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cunningham tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norberg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cunningham backwards.
Cunningham blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Norberg lands a left hand.
Cunningham working aggressively here.
A left hand lands to the body for Norberg.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A shot in the inside from Norberg. #T1##BC2#
Norberg's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Cunningham closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Cunningham lands in his opponent's guard.
Norberg being controlled here, momentarily.
Norberg is trying to keep Cunningham in close. #SUB2#
Norberg escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cunningham gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cunningham postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#CUT#It looks like Buster Norberg has been cut.
Cunningham with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Cunningham is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T2#
Norberg pulls Cunningham in close to his closed guard and prevents Cunningham from doing any damage or advancing position.
Norberg is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cunningham works over Norberg with some ground and pound from guard.
Cunningham is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Norberg looking for a triangle here. Cunningham is fighting it but it looks tight! Norberg pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Cunningham is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Buster Norberg!
Buster Norberg seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: AVKT 24: Bringing Death
Date: May 27, 2023

#R1##TD#
Hogg closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Cunningham wants to control but Hogg postures up.
Cunningham tries to bench press Hogg off him but Hogg keeps the position.
Cunningham prevents Hogg from moving into mount.
Cunningham is looking for a sweep.
Hogg sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Cunningham is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Hogg throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Cunningham on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Cunningham 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.
Cunningham really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hogg. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hogg happy to just control the position for now. #SUB#
Hogg swings around for an armbar but Cunningham sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hogg's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hogg is trying to keep Cunningham in close. #SUB#
Hogg has his foot on Cunningham's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cunningham works his way back into a safe position though.
Cunningham passes Hogg's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cunningham thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Hogg wants to control but Cunningham is keeping busy. #SUB#
Hogg looking for submissions off his back.
Cunningham throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hogg is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hogg trying to control here.
Hogg is trying to get back to full guard.
Cunningham trying to control from half guard but Hogg is working away.
Cunningham prevents Hogg from improving his position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cunningham tries to pass to full mount but Hogg defends it.
Cunningham is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Hogg wants to control but Cunningham is keeping busy. #SUB#
Hogg looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cunningham is trying to control. Hogg wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hogg is pressing down on Cunningham's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hogg is trying to keep Cunningham in close.
Cunningham won't allow Hogg to sweep him here. #T3#
Hogg not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cunningham controlling from the top position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Hogg looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cunningham trying to control the position from guard on top but Hogg is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Cunningham misses with a body shot.
Hogg shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cunningham but Cunningham pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Hogg goes for a double leg but Cunningham avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cunningham continues to drive forward.
Cunningham working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hogg tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johnny Hogg. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cunningham lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Hogg looking to stall. #T4#
Hogg drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cunningham pulls his leg out and moves away.
A big right from Cunningham misses.
Hogg blocks a jab.
The crowd cheers as Cunningham lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hogg doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2#It looks like Johnny Hogg has been cut.
Hogg uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cunningham.
Hogg drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cunningham sprawls and moves away.
Hogg throws out a loose jab but Cunningham uses good head movement to avoid it.
Donk. Cunningham catches Hogg right on the button with a cross.
A combination from Cunningham does no damage. #TD#
Hogg decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hogg thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Cunningham's head.
Cunningham avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hogg.
Hogg scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Cunningham is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Hogg scores with a couple of nice shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dennis Cunningham will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Johnny Hogg's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Cunningham is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cunningham thows a left - swing and a miss!
A telegraphed right hand from Cunningham misses the target.
Hogg closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Hogg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cunningham swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hogg is defended easily by Cunningham.
A nice side step and Cunningham releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cunningham misses with a body shot.
Hogg takes one on the button.#T1#
Hogg ducks under a wild hook from Cunningham.
Cunningham fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hogg manages to avoid it.
Hogg feinted with a counter takedown.
Hogg staying out of range there.
Cunningham misses with a wild body shot.
Hogg scores with a hook.
Hogg misses with a body shot.
Hogg dives in for a single leg takedown but Cunningham sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Cunningham stops a takedown attempt from Hogg.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johnny Hogg. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hogg is looking for a takedown.
Hogg drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Cunningham gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cunningham.
Cunningham misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Hogg is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Cunningham gets underhooks to prevent Hogg's takedown attempt.
A short right from Cunningham on the inside.
Cunningham lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hogg backwards.
Hogg lands a nice uppercut.
Cunningham lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC2#Hogg is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cunningham throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hoggs head.
Oh Hogg is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cunningham creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Hogg with a big uppercut! Hogg tries to clinch up but Cunningham pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Hogg to the mat! Hogg covers up and Cunningham unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Dennis Cunningham!
Dennis Cunningham is the new heavyweight champion!
Johnny Hogg spoke after the fight, saying 'What can I say, I have work to do.'.

Event: Cobra Kai: No Mercy 9
Date: May 07, 2023

#R1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Cunningham enables DaMan to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Cunningham manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Cunningham is pulling down on DaMan's head. It's preventing any offense from DaMan, at least for the moment.
DaMan working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
DaMan trying to control the position from guard on top but Cunningham is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
DaMan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cunningham scores with a nice shot.#T1#
Cunningham manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. DaMan manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
DaMan looking for a sweep. Not yet DaMan, not yet.
Cunningham postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Cunningham keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of DaMan's head.
DaMan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
DaMan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cunningham preventing the sweep.
Cunningham in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Cunningham is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
DaMan is trying to control the position but Cunningham postures up.
DaMan wants to get back to his feet but Cunningham is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
DaMan avoids a punch combination nicely.
DaMan slips under a jab from Cunningham.
DaMan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cunningham's waist but Cunningham gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing DaMan off to one side.
Cunningham misses with a body punch
and DaMan counters with a nice body shot.
A jab from DaMan misses.
Cunningham loads up on a big right hand but DaMan slips the punch.
A lazy left from Cunningham finds it's target.
Cunningham lands with an uppercut that bounces DaMan off the cage and back into range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cunningham. DaMan does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Cunningham tries to bum rush DaMan with a series of wild strikes but DaMan uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cunningham looks to land a left hand but DaMan moved out of range nicely.
DaMan shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cunningham as he jumps to the side.
Dennis Cunningham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DaMan takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
DaMan misses the shot to the body.
DaMan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cunningham misses with a hook. DaMan ducked under it nicely.
Cunningham misses with a hook. DaMan ducked under it nicely.
Cunningham connects with a body shot that sends DaMan's belly button to the back.
DaMan shoots in but Cunningham avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vlad DaMan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Cunningham throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
DaMan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cunningham but Cunningham pushes him off and we're back to square one.
DaMan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
As Cunningham tries to get set, DaMan tries to push him back and clinch up but Cunningham manages to avoid the attempt.
DaMan throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Cunningham connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DaMan defending well as Cunningham loads up on a big left hand.
Cunningham has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Cunningham loads up on a big right hand but DaMan slips the punch.
No luck for DaMan with that takedown attempt.
Cunningham lands a nice looking body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dennis Cunningham 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#
Cunningham misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Cunningham lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Cunningham throws a combination that misses
and DaMan counters with a nice uppercut.
Dennis Cunningham seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cunningham misses with a lunging right hand
and DaMan counters with a two punch combo.
DaMan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cunningham throws out the jab.
DaMan tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Cunningham manages to circle out of the way.
Vlad DaMan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
DaMan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Cunningham misses with a two punch combination.
A cross from Cunningham lands.
Cunningham has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cunningham cracks a nice hook into DaMan's ribs.
DaMan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cunningham thuds a left hand into DaMan's body.
Cunningham gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T1#
DaMan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cunningham.
DaMan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Cunningham works DaMan's body with a nice hook.#TD2#
Cunningham feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Cunningham trying to control but DaMan is working from the bottom.
Cunningham is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Cunningham cracks DaMan with a solid left hand.
DaMan is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
DaMan knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Cunningham on the ground.
Cunningham has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. DaMan is working away from the top position though.#T2#
DaMan prevents Cunningham from improving his position.
Cunningham is controlling DaMan's trapped leg to prevent DaMan from advancing to side control.
Cunningham gets full guard.
Cunningham wants to sweep but no luck.
DaMan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Cunningham wants to sweep here but DaMan controlling him for the moment. #T3#
DaMan is fighting to break Cunningham's control of his arms but Cunningham is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Cunningham has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Cunningham tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cunningham pulls DaMan in to control the position.
Cunningham is continuing to stall.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Cunningham just misses with a punch to the body.
DaMan lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
DaMan throws a shot to the body. #TD2#
Cunningham drives through with a takedown into guard.

DaMan manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DaMan ducks under a wild hook from Cunningham.
Cunningham defends well against a solid takedown attempt from DaMan.
Cunningham dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Cunningham digs a good body shot into DaMan's ribs.
Cunningham bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps DaMan's head backwards.
DaMan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cunningham manages to avoid it.
DaMan looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
DaMan shoots in for a double leg but Cunningham sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Cunningham throws a counter combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vlad DaMan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
DaMan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Cunningham lands a glancing blow to the side of DaMan's head.
DaMan moves away from the strike by Cunningham.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dennis Cunningham showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Cunningham stuffs the takedown.
DaMan fails with a takedown attempt.
DaMan walks into a stiff left hand from Cunningham.
Cunningham fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DaMan manages to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from DaMan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DaMan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
DaMan walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cunningham fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Cunningham thuds a left hand into DaMan's body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
DaMan throws a sloppy body shot
and Cunningham counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cunningham punishes DaMan's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Cunningham misses with a straight right.
DaMan throwing a counter right hand but Cunningham manages to avoid it.
DaMan misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Cunningham counters with a shoot takedown. DaMan fights it but they end up in guard.
DaMan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Cunningham lands a couple of elbows.
Cunningham connects with a couple of short punches.
Cunningham is in close to DaMan's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Cunningham sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cunningham postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Cunningham sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Cunningham tries to free his leg and advance position but DaMan is retaining full guard.
Cunningham in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Cunningham lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Cunningham trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Cunningham throws a big right hand that misses.
Cunningham lands a couple of digs.
Cunningham pushing down on DaMan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Cunningham looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Cunningham is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3#
DaMan has hold of Cunningham's hands but Cunningham slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Cunningham with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #ES#
DaMan has one foot on Cunningham's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#TD#
DaMan shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Cunningham's guard.
DaMan is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
DaMan preventing the sweep. #T4#
Cunningham manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. DaMan manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Cunningham distracts DaMan with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Cunningham slips nicely into half guard.
Cunningham sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. DaMan defending well though.
Cunningham working DaMan over with strikes.
Vlad DaMan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cunningham drops an elbow to the side of DaMan's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cunningham content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dennis Cunningham is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Cunningham's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dennis Cunningham comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Cunningham has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 27:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dennis Cunningham!

Event: AVKT 14: Hanma Vs Brix
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Stricter doesn't manage to clinch there - Cunningham circles away.
Cunningham throws a body shot but no joy.
A right-left combo lands from Cunningham.
Cunningham on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Stricter takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Stricter takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Stricter takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Cunningham scores with a punch to the head.#ROC#Stricter is rocked!
Stricter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cunningham was well out of range. Poor timing from Stricter.#KD#
Cunningham sends Stricter crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Cunningham is motioning to the referee to let Stricter up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Stricter is still on wobbly legs! Can Cunningham finish him?
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!
Cunningham drops Stricter with a big left hand! Stricter is injured, injured bad! Cunningham jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dennis Cunningham!
In defeat, Nigel Stricter stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thank you to my opponent and all the fans, my coaches and sponsors IC&E Nutrition (6904) & Shadow Realm NYC (7076)'.

Event: AVKT 10: Bloody Valentine's
Date: Feb 11, 2023

#R1#
Cunningham shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Walken as he jumps to the side.
Walken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cunningham throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Walken to counter with a crisp jab.
Walken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cunningham.
It looked like Walken was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Cunningham.
Walken's corner calls for a 1-2. Walken obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Walken throws out a loose jab but Cunningham uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cunningham misses the shot to the body.
Walken definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Walken scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cunningham doesn't seem bothered though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cunningham throws a hook but Walken avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Cunningham.
Cunningham doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Walken counters with a two punch combo. #T1#
Walken throws a low kick, looking for Cunningham's leg but Cunningham calmly moves out of range.
Cunningham misses with an uppercut
letting Walken counter with a right hand.
Cunningham dives in and grabs Walken's left leg, looking for a takedown. Walken pushes down on Cunningham's head and hops out.
Alex Walken has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dennis Cunningham.
Walken digs a good body shot into Cunningham's ribs.
Cunningham throws a sloppy body shot
letting Walken counter with a right hand.
Walken with a jab.
Dennis Cunningham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cunningham gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Walken counters with a stiff right hand.
Walken scores with a shot to the body.
Cunningham throws a jab when Walken was well out of range.
It looked like Walken was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Cunningham.
Cunningham misses with an uppercut
and Walken counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Walken throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Cunningham with a poor takedown
and Walken counters with a left 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!
Walken paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Walken moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#ROC#Cunningham is rocked!
Walken lands a hook that stumbles Cunningham back into the cage. Walken follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Cunningham to the canvas! Walken pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Cunningham has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Alex Walken!

Event: AVKT 6: Hanma - Castiana
Date: Jan 14, 2023

#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Studd.
It looked like Cunningham wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Studd doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Studd needs to keep his hands up - Cunningham had a free shot at his head there.
Studd with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Cunningham counters with a single leg into guard. Studd didn't expect that.
Cunningham postures up.
Studd is looking to stand up but Cunningham isn't so interested in that idea.
Cunningham controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Studd looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cunningham is one step ahead there. #T1#
Cunningham stays in close to Studd's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Studd working for a triangle but Cunningham defends it easily.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Cunningham lands a couple of digs.
Cunningham lands a couple of elbows.
Cunningham with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Cunningham controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Cunningham 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.#T2#
Studd looking for a sweep. Not yet Studd, not yet.
Cunningham showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Cunningham stops Studd from standing up.
Studd is trying to hold Cunningham in close to prevent damage but Cunningham has managed to pass into half guard.
Cunningham scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Cunningham working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #CUT#It looks like John Studd has been cut.#T3#
Cunningham keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cunningham working over Studd with some ground and pound. Studd looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Studd wants to control but Cunningham is keeping busy.
Cunningham is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Cunningham sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Studd is looking for a sweep. Cunningham is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cunningham scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Cunningham with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Cunningham lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4#
Cunningham looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Studd looks like he's trying to stand up.
Ground and pound from Cunningham.
Cunningham working the head and body with strikes. #ROC#Studd is rocked!
Cunningham performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Cunningham working over Studd with some ground and pound. Studd looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Studd is still in real trouble! Can Cunningham finish him?
Cunningham looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Cunningham winds up and cracks Studd with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Cunningham takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dennis Cunningham dominated that round.
The cut man is working on John Studd's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Cunningham cracks Studd's jaw with two stiff jabs then ducks low and throws a soul-severing right uppercut to the mouth!! Studd slumps to the ground with blood on his lips. The referee steps in before Cunningham can do further damage! This one is done, son!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dennis Cunningham!

Event: AVKT 4: New Year’s Smash-Up
Date: Dec 31, 2022

#R1#
Cunningham stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Phelps.
Phelps misses with a jab, cross combination.
Phelps throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cunningham just misses with a punch to the body.
Phelps fails to land with a series of punches.
A combination from Phelps does no damage.
Some wild striking there from Phelps.
Phelps throws a hook but Cunningham blocks it.
Phelps swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Phelps misses with the combination.
Cunningham avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Phelps misses with an uppercut.
Cunningham changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Phelps misses with a double jab.
Phelps throws a series of punches but Cunningham moves out of range.
Phelps looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Cunningham shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Phelps is trying to defend but Cunningham finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Phelps scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Cunningham manages to mount him! #T1#
Cunningham putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#CUT2#It looks like Corbin Phelps has been cut.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cunningham softens up his opponent with a couple of shots there and then CRACK! One massive shot lands there and Phelps is out cold! Cunningham jumps to his feet and celebrates on the cage with the fans, who are, quite frankly, going absolutely mental!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dennis Cunningham!

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