Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: HZN 13 Collins v Cartwright
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Zaire misses with a straight right.
Aebersold tries to counter by clinching up but Zaire breaks away and moves out of range.
Zaire fails with the takedown.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zaire. Aebersold does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Aebersold gets the takedown into side control.
Aebersold fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Zaire is looking to regain half guard here but Aebersold keeps moving and retains side control.
Aebersold creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Zaire sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Zaire manages to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Aebersold is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zaire sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Aebersold is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Aebersold is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zaire has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Zaire tries to roll over but Aebersold keeps him under control.#SUB#
Aebersold is working for a kimura but Zaire is defending it quite comfortably.
Zaire is trying to get back to full guard.
Aebersold is pressing down on Zaire's thigh, looking to free his foot. Zaire is holding on for now.
Aebersold passes the guard and advances to mount! #T2#
Zaire tries to hold on but Aebersold postures up.
Aebersold wants to control the action but instead Zaire gets a body lock and reverses into Aebersold's guard! Nice work!
Zaire won't allow Aebersold to sweep him here.
Zaire landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Aebersold looking for subs off his back but Zaire has passed one foot through into half guard.
Zaire missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Aebersold trying to get back to full guard but Zaire takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T3#
Aebersold sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Aebersold avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zaire.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Aebersold is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zaire pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Aebersold looking for submissions off his back.
Aebersold avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zaire.
Zaire has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Aebersold tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Aebersold is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4##SUB2#
Zaire goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Aebersold turns into him and now he's in Zaire's guard.
Aebersold in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Aebersold lands a couple of digs.
Aebersold wants to pass the guard but Zaire is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Zaire is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Zaire looking for a guillotine here but Aebersold defends easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aebersold pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zaire is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Gregoire Aebersold will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Zaire fails with a takedown attempt.
Zaire just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromAebersold.#CL#
Aebersold gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Aebersold jumps into guard, dragging Zaire to the mat.
Aebersold controls Zaire momentarily but Zaire frees himself.
Zaire lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaire sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Aebersold working a defensive guard here.
Aebersold lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
Aebersold trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Zaire escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Aebersold gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Aebersold looking to sit in guard and control but Zaire gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Zaire missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Aebersold avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Aebersold not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Aebersold working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zaire doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zaire manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Zaire passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T2#
Aebersold gets back to half guard.
Zaire working the head and body with strikes.
Aebersold is trying to get back to full guard.
Aebersold gets back to full guard.
Zaire looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Zaire is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Aebersold looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zaire is one step ahead there.
Aebersold avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Zaire thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T3#
Zaire trying to control the position from guard on top but Aebersold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aebersold wants to hit a sweep here but Zaire passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Aebersold there!
Zaire working the ground and pound effectively.
Aebersold tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Aebersold is working hard here to advance position.
Zaire working Aebersold over with strikes here.
Aebersold is looking to improve his position but Zaire isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
BOOM! Zaire connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Abdullah Zaire has got the better of the ground game so far.
Zaire working the ground and pound effectively.
Aebersold is in all sorts of trouble here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aebersold bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Aebersold trying to control but Zaire is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Aebersold avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aebersold is looking to advance position but Zaire has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abdullah Zaire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Aebersold's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Zaire enables Aebersold to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zaire manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Zaire looking to control but Aebersold passes into half guard.
Zaire blocking the ground and pound attempt from Aebersold.
Zaire trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Zaire manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Aebersold content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Zaire working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Aebersold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaire can't keep his opponent in guard - Aebersold advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Aebersold is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Zaire is in trouble now - Aebersold has advanced to mount! #T1#
Aebersold lands a big elbow.
Aebersold trying to control but Zaire is having none of it.
Zaire is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Aebersold unloads with some shots from mount but Zaire bucks and avoids them well.
Aebersold throws some wild stikes that Zaire manages to avoid easily.
Aebersold with the ground and pound from mount. #SUB#
Aebersold goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Zaire turns into him and now he's in Aebersold's guard. #SUB#
Aebersold working for a triangle but Zaire defends it easily. #T2##SUB2#
Zaire thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Aebersold has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Zaire is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Aebersold.
Aebersold is looking for a sweep.
Zaire misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The strikes coming from Zaire are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Aebersold tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Zaire is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Aebersold has escaped the position, nice work there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zaire throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T3#
Zaire misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #SUB2#
Zaire tries for a kimura but Aebersold is defending well.
Zaire is working Aebersold over with some ground and pound from side control.
Aebersold is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Zaire is looking for a kimura but Aebersold is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zaire to get the leverage.
Aebersold slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Aebersold keeping moving, preventing Zaire from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Aebersold looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Aebersold is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Aebersold looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zaire working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Aebersold 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#
Zaire avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Aebersold.
Aebersold throwing shots but Zaire is blocking nicely.
Aebersold trying to mount his opponent but Zaire defends it.
Aebersold is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Zaire has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Zaire trying to control the position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gregoire Aebersold!
Gregoire Aebersold thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HZN 7 Choi v Nomura
Date: Feb 17, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Legrand throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Aebersold tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Legrand is in Aebersold's guard.
Aebersold keeping full guard, as Legrand tries to pass.
Aebersold lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Aebersold is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Aebersold with a flurry of punches that miss.
Legrand 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.
Aebersold wants to control from the top but Legrand keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Aebersold accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Legrand is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Legrand scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Aebersold wants to improve his position but Legrand is controlling well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Aebersold works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1#
Legrand trying to control the position from guard on top but Aebersold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aebersold utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Aebersold trying to keep a closed guard but Legrand is proving a slippery customer.
Aebersold manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Legrand manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB#
Aebersold drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Aebersold jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Legrand wants to stand up but Aebersold is controlling him. #ES2#
Legrand kicks Aebersold off and gets to his feet. #TD#
Legrand tries to sprawl but Aebersold drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Aebersold throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aebersold trying to pass the guard but Legrand defending well. #ES2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Legrand manages to escape and get back to his feet!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD2#
Legrand closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Aebersold quickly recovers to half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Legrand is looking for a kimura but Aebersold is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Legrand to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Legrand is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Aebersold defends it well.
Aebersold 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.#SUB2#
Legrand wants to work for an arm triangle but Aebersold is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Aebersold trying to control here. #SUB#
Aebersold is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Legrand pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Aebersold manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Aebersold wants to sweep but no luck.
Legrand trying to stand up but can't free himself from Aebersold's guard.#SUB#
Aebersold throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Aebersold keeping full guard, as Legrand tries to pass. #T3#
Aebersold has a closed guard, preventing Legrand from standing up.
Legrand looking to pass the guard.
Aebersold working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Legrand.
Legrand tries to stand but Aebersold is controlling from the bottom.
Legrand trying to control but Aebersold is working from the bottom.
Aebersold 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##SUB#
Aebersold is trying to work for a kimura but Legrand is defending well.
Aebersold takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T4#
Aebersold wants to take a breather but Legrand is having none of it.
Legrand tries to roll over but Aebersold keeps him under control.#SUB#
Aebersold is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Legrand tries to kick Aebersold off but Aebersold keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Legrand moves into full guard.
Aebersold passes Legrand's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Legrand wants to improve his position but Aebersold is controlling well.
Legrand is trying to stand back up but Aebersold is controlling him
Legrand is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Aebersold moves nicely into side control.
Aebersold trying to control the action but Legrand is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fernand Legrand will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Aebersold is trying hard to land a takedown here. Legrand sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Legrand shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Legrand wants to take a breather but Aebersold is having none of it.
Legrand might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Aebersold haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Legrand thows a huge punch but Aebersold dodges it nicely.
Aebersold is trying to control but can't.
Aebersold tries to roll over but Legrand keeps him under control.
Legrand tries to stand and escape but Aebersold is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Aebersold looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Aebersold is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Legrand is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1#
Aebersold is trying to control but can't.
It looks like Legrand is going to stand back up.
Aebersold slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Aebersold manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Legrand manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Legrand keeping moving, preventing Aebersold from controlling successfully.
Aebersold trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Legrand is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Legrand managing to control the position.
Aebersold stops Legrand from standing up. #T2#
Aebersold in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Aebersold prevents Legrand from getting back to his feet.
Aebersold wants to control from the top but Legrand keeps moving.
Aebersold prevents Legrand from getting back to his feet.
Aebersold is in close to Legrand's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Legrand is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Fernand Legrand has got the better of the ground game so far.
Legrand is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Aebersold regains full guard. Nicely done.
Legrand postures up.
Legrand postures up and lands a big shot to Aebersold's brow.
Legrand is in close to Aebersold's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Aebersold is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Legrand working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
Aebersold thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Legrand wants to get up but he can't break Aebersold's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Aebersold is trying to control the position but Legrand postures up.
Legrand must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Legrand tries to free his leg and advance position but Aebersold is retaining full guard. #SU2#
Legrand gets to his feet - Aebersold follows without any prompting.
Aebersold keeps the fight on the outside.
Legrand looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Aebersold tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Legrand manages to circle out of the way.
Legrand tries to clinch but Aebersold is having none of it.
Legrand shoots for a double leg takedown but Aebersold sprawls well. He's pushed Legrand's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Aebersold fails with a takedown attempt. #T4#
Legrand throws a shot from downtown. Aebersold moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Legrand closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Legrand is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Aebersold can't fight it off and eventually Legrand manages to take the fight to the floor. Aebersold looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Aebersold 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.#SUB#
Aebersold is looking for a triangle but Legrand pushes his legs off easily.
Legrand wants to stand but Aebersold is controlling his posture from full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Legrand stopping the sweep attempt from Aebersold.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fernand Legrand showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Legrand takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Legrand lands a takedown into guard.
Legrand is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aebersold is on top in guard. #REVR#
Aebersold preventing the sweep.
Legrand controls Aebersold momentarily but Aebersold frees himself.
Aebersold is looking to work some ground and pound but Legrand has wrist control.
Legrand is adopting a defensive guard.
Aebersold pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Legrand is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Legrand not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Aebersold passes Legrand's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Aebersold is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1#
Aebersold prevents Legrand from improving his position.
Legrand won't allow Aebersold to pass to mount.
Legrand makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Legrand.#SUB2#
Legrand isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Aebersold stacks Legrand on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Aebersold!
Legrand is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Aebersold wants to free his trapped foot but Legrand is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Legrand looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Aebersold scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Legrand tries to kick Aebersold off but Aebersold keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Aebersold sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Legrand defending well though.
Aebersold is pressing down on Legrand's thigh, looking to free his foot. Legrand is holding on for now.
Legrand gets back to full guard. #T2#
Aebersold wants to pass the guard but Legrand is keeping the position.
Aebersold passes Legrand's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #ES2#
Legrand manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Aebersold wants to clinch up but Legrand keeps it at a distance.
Aebersold leaves Legrand with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Aebersold with a lazy takedown attempt
and Aebersold takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Aebersold gets caught flat footed, as Legrand shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Aebersold controls Legrand momentarily but Legrand frees himself.
Legrand wants to stand but Aebersold has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T3#
Aebersold lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Legrand tries to land a sweep but no joy.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Legrand is on top in guard. #REVB#
Legrand takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Legrand postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Legrand stopping the sweep attempt from Aebersold.
Legrand trying to control the position from guard on top but Aebersold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aebersold 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.
Legrand trying to stand up but can't free himself from Aebersold's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aebersold is on top in guard. #REVR##T4#
Legrand 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.
Aebersold passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Aebersold grinds an elbow into Legrand's temple.
Aebersold throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB#
Aebersold is trying to get an arm triangle but Legrand is defending well.
Legrand is looking for a sweep.
Legrand manages to get back to half guard.
Aebersold wants to free his trapped foot but Legrand is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Aebersold works his foot free and advances to mount.
Gregoire Aebersold has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fernand Legrand is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Legrand tries to get back to half guard but can't.

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 Gregoire Aebersold.
Well Legrand 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 28:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: HZN 2 Covington vs Marek
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1#
Aebersold shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Smith throws a big counter combination but Aebersold scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up but Smith swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little feinted left hand from Smith on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Smith stuffs the takedown attempt from Aebersold. Aebersold gets slowly back to his feet.
No luck for Aebersold with that takedown attempt.
It looked like Smith was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Aebersold.
Mark Smith has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gregoire Aebersold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith scores with a hook.#T1#
Aebersold is looking to clinch.
It looked like Smith was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Aebersold.
Aebersold darts in trying to clinch
and Smith counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aebersold misses with a shot to the body
and Smith counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Aebersold lands a nice hook to Smith's body. Smith takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Aebersold swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Smith counters with a right hand to the body.
Aebersold lands a nice leg kick that just misses Smith's sensitive parts.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
Smith moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Aebersold throws a body kick that misses
and Smith connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Aebersold tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It looked like Smith was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Aebersold.
Aebersold punishes Smith's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aebersold shoots in looking for a takedown but Smith manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Aebersold's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Smith throws a shot from downtown. Aebersold moves away and avoids it.
Aebersold fails in his attempt to clinch.
Smith is looking to counter punch.#T3##CL2#
Aebersold has taken the fight to the clinch.
Smith lands a nice uppercut.
Smith can't find room to land a body shot as Aebersold controls the action.
Aebersold tries for a takedown. No joy.
Smith doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Smith lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Aebersold or not.
Smith presses Aebersold against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Aebersold looks winded!
Smith lands a body punch.
A hook to the body from Smith.
Smith digs a right hand into Aebersold's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Aebersold's gas tank.
A short uppercut from Smith.
Smith lands a body punch in the clinch.
Smith lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Aebersold.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Smith creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Smith breaks the clinch.
Aebersold tries to clinch up
and Smith counters with a right hand from hell and Aebersold is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mark Smith!
Mark Smith bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: CFC 605
Date: Nov 10, 2023

#R1#
Aebersold steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hopper.
Aebersold swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Aebersold moves in looking to clinch but Hopper pushes him off.
Aebersold tries for a takedown but Hopper circles away easily
and Hopper counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Gregoire Aebersold has been cut.
Aebersold wants to clinch
and Hopper counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Aebersold thinking. #KD2#
Hopper drops Aebersold with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Aebersold looks back up at him and smiles so Hopper waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hopper swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.
Hopper circles away from the clinch attempt.
Aebersold tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Aebersold walks into a straight right hand from Hopper.#ROC2#Aebersold is rocked!#T1#
Aebersold closes the distance looking to clinch
and Hopper counters with a right hand from hell and Aebersold is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Will Hopper!

Event: CFC 597
Date: Oct 13, 2023

#R1#
Aebersold slips under a jab.
Cifaretto ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aebersold moves away.
Aebersold slips under a jab.
Aebersold keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aebersold manages to avoid it.
Cifaretto avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Cifaretto fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Cifaretto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cifaretto pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Aebersold has time to react.
Aebersold tries to clinch but Cifaretto moves out of range.
Cifaretto throws out a counter right but Aebersold avoids it with no problem.
Aebersold avoids the body shot from Cifaretto. #T1#
Aebersold fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Aebersold tries to clinch but Cifaretto moves out of range.
Aebersold tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cifaretto manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Cifaretto lands a lovely overhand right.
Aebersold tries to clinch up but Cifaretto circles away and keeps his distance.
A jab from Cifaretto finds it's way through Aebersold's defenses.
Aebersold avoids a punch combination nicely.
Aebersold looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Aebersold blocks a jab.
Aebersold shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cifaretto defends it nicely.#T2#
Cifaretto misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Aebersold is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto works the jab nicely.#CUT2#It looks like Gregoire Aebersold has been cut.
Cifaretto misses with a hook.
Aebersold is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cifaretto doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Cifaretto misses with an uppercut. Aebersold saw that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Aebersold.
A swing and a miss from Cifaretto.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cifaretto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Cifaretto swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cifaretto! But no joy.#T3#
Cifaretto throws a looping overhand right but Aebersold ducks down to avoid it.
Cifaretto waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Aebersold.
Cifaretto swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.
Aebersold walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Aebersold rushes Cifaretto and presses him up against the cage.
Aebersold jumps guard but Cifaretto stands there with Aebersold around his waist. Aebersold gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aebersold is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Cifaretto gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Aebersold tries to pull guard but Cifaretto won't allow it. #TD#
Aebersold pulls Cifaretto into guard.
Aebersold keeping full guard, as Cifaretto tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SU2#
Cifaretto gets to his feet - Aebersold follows without any prompting.
Cifaretto uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jab, jab by Cifaretto - just one landing.
Aebersold tries to clinch there but Cifaretto circles away.
Aebersold is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cifaretto throws a lazy right hand but Aebersold sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cifaretto looks to land a combination but Aebersold avoids it well.
Aebersold is looking to counter the offense by Cifaretto and move into the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cifaretto pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Aebersold looks for a takedown but Cifaretto sprawls well.
Aebersold ducks under a wild hook from Cifaretto.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ralph Cifaretto dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gregoire Aebersold's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A punch combination from Cifaretto misses.
Aebersold tries to clinch up but Cifaretto circles away and keeps his distance.
Cifaretto might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Cifaretto throws a lazy right hand but Aebersold sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch but Cifaretto swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aebersold moves out of range as Cifaretto strikes.
Cifaretto is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Aebersold.
Cifaretto has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cifaretto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aebersold was well out of range. Poor timing from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good exchange - Cifaretto coming out on top.
Aebersold tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Cifaretto counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Aebersold thinking.
Ralph Cifaretto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aebersold ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Aebersold throws a sloppy head kick and Cifaretto moves out of range easily. #T1#
Cifaretto avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Aebersold displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cifaretto throws out the jab.
Aebersold tries to counter by clinching up but Cifaretto breaks away and moves out of range.
Cifaretto misses with a straight left.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cifaretto swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Aebersold shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Cifaretto pinned against the cage. Cifaretto gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Cifaretto misses with a wild body shot.
Cifaretto connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Cifaretto has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Aebersold blocks a jab.
As Cifaretto tries to get set, Aebersold tries to push him back and clinch up but Cifaretto manages to avoid the attempt.
Cifaretto throws a big shot that misses.
Aebersold steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cifaretto.
Aebersold is looking to counter the offense by Cifaretto and move into the clinch.#T2#
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch but Cifaretto swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cifaretto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Aebersold tries to clinch but Cifaretto moves away
and Aebersold takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cifaretto slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ralph Cifaretto seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A swing and a miss from Cifaretto.
Aebersold is looking to clinch but Cifaretto is avoiding it.
Cifaretto misses with an uppercut.
Cifaretto throws a looping overhand right but Aebersold ducks down to avoid it.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch but Cifaretto swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aebersold moves in looking to clinch but Cifaretto pushes him off.
A swing and a miss from Cifaretto.#T3#
Cifaretto misses with a hook. Aebersold ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Cifaretto misses.
Aebersold tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Aebersold wants to clinch up but Cifaretto keeps it at a distance.
Aebersold is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cifaretto sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Aebersold tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cifaretto manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Aebersold tries for a takedown but Cifaretto sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aebersold closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Cifaretto throws a jab but it's blocked by Aebersold.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cifaretto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Cifaretto thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Aebersold bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Aebersold tries to counter by clinching up but Cifaretto breaks away and moves out of range.
Cifaretto tests Aebersold's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch but Cifaretto swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cifaretto throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cifaretto misses with an uppercut. Aebersold saw that one coming.
Aebersold seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Cifaretto ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cifaretto fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Aebersold looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cifaretto throws a body shot but no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cifaretto throws a nice looking combination but Aebersold bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Some wild striking there from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ralph Cifaretto showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gregoire Aebersold's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Cifaretto misses with a series of wild punches.
A slow jab from Cifaretto misses its intended target.
Aebersold wants to clinch
and Cifaretto counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cifaretto waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Aebersold.
Aebersold steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto throws a hook but Aebersold blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold tries to clinch up
and Cifaretto counters with a nice uppercut.
Cifaretto swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Cifaretto. Beautiful body shot.
Cifaretto lands with an overhand left.
Aebersold wants to clinch up but Cifaretto keeps it at a distance.
Aebersold slips a straight right by Cifaretto.
Aebersold is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto misses with an uppercut. Aebersold saw that one coming.
Aebersold moves out of range of the strikes.
Cifaretto scores with a nice strike.
A swing and a miss from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto misses with a straight left.
Ralph Cifaretto is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Cifaretto throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Aebersold tries to counter by clinching up but Cifaretto breaks away and moves out of range.
Aebersold walks into a stiff left hand from Cifaretto.
Gregoire Aebersold is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Aebersold wants to clinch up but Cifaretto keeps it at a distance.
Cifaretto throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cifaretto looks to land a left hand but Aebersold moved out of range nicely.
Cifaretto connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Aebersold's hands.
Cifaretto throws an overhand right that drops Aebersold like a sack of potatoes! Cifaretto dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ralph Cifaretto!
After winning the bout, Ralph Cifaretto thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CFC 581
Date: Aug 19, 2023

#R1#
Knox will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Aebersold wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Knox ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Knox connects with a right hand. Aebersold shakes it off.#KD2#
Knox drops Aebersold with a beautiful combination! Aebersold stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Knox is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Aebersold is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Gregoire Aebersold has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
I'm just looking down at my notes here and I see that.... oh! Knox has cracked Aebersold with a big right, followed by a left! He's out on his feet! Knox lands another huge swinging hook and Aebersold tumbles to the canvas! The ref dives in to save Aebersold, before Knox can land any more shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). John Knox!
After the fight, John Knox was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: CFC 576
Date: Aug 05, 2023

#R1##CL#
Aebersold takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Henderson gets control of Aebersold's arms and successfully pulls guard. Henderson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Henderson can't keep his opponent in guard - Aebersold advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Henderson wants to get back to full guard but Aebersold has mounted him!
Aebersold with the ground and pound from mount. #SUB#
Aebersold is working for a guillotine from mount but Henderson frees his head quite easily.
Aebersold prevents Henderson from getting the reversal.
Aebersold lands with some strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Henderson working to try and regain half guard.
Aebersold is landing with some decent strikes but Henderson is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#ROC#Henderson is rocked!
Henderson working to try and regain half guard.
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Aebersold! Henderson is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Gregoire Aebersold!
Gregoire Aebersold decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CFC 566
Date: Jul 01, 2023

#R1#
Aebersold keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sanders.
Aebersold fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sanders misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aebersold.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Sanders! #CUT2#It looks like Gregoire Aebersold has been cut.
Aebersold looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sanders keeps the fight on the outside.
Sanders slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CL#
Aebersold darts in and clinches Sanders up against the cage.#TD#
Aebersold gets control of Sanders's arms and successfully pulls guard. Aebersold will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Aebersold looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sanders is one step ahead there.
Aebersold controls Sanders momentarily but Sanders frees himself.
Sanders won't allow Aebersold to sweep him here.
Sanders has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Aebersold is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Aebersold looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1#
Sanders stopping the sweep attempt from Aebersold.#SUB#
Aebersold looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sanders stopping the sweep attempt from Aebersold.#SUB#
Aebersold looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Aebersold has a closed guard, preventing Sanders from standing up.
Sanders preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Aebersold is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2#
Sanders preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Aebersold escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sanders gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Aebersold trying to control the position.
Aebersold wants to sweep but no luck.
Aebersold is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Aebersold is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sanders is aware though and is defending well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aebersold looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3##SUB#
Aebersold has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sanders can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Aebersold 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##SUB#
Aebersold is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sanders is just riding it out for now. Aebersold eventually gives up the hold.
Sanders is trying is best to control the position here.
Aebersold prevents Sanders from improving his position.#T4#
Aebersold looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Aebersold landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Aebersold lands strikes from half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sanders can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Aebersold is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Aebersold is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gregoire Aebersold dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gregoire Aebersold's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Aebersold fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sanders thuds a left hand into Aebersold's body.
Sanders has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Aebersold shoots in looking for a takedown. Sanders tries to sprawl out of it but Aebersold keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sanders manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Aebersold shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Aebersold shoots in looking for a takedown but Sanders manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Aebersold's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aebersold tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sanders manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Aebersold fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sanders scores with a hook to the body. Aebersold takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Moses Sanders seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sanders tests Aebersold's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sanders with a hook.
Sanders throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
BOOM! Sanders lands a beautiful left hook that drops Aebersold. Aebersold tries to recover but Sanders is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Aebersold lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Moses Sanders!
Our winner, Moses Sanders, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: CFC 556
Date: May 27, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Cutter closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Cutter fails to land.
Cutter looks to throw an elbow but misses.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Cutter tries to land a knee to the head but Aebersold blocks with his arms.
Aebersold fails to pull guard.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Cutter looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Aebersold tries for a takedown but Cutter manages to get underhooks.
Aebersold tries to pull guard but Cutter holds him up against the cage and eventually Aebersold drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cutter throws an elbow but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cutter landing knees to the head.
Aebersold wants to take the fight to the mat but Cutter manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Cutter lands an elbow just above Aebersold 's eye. #CUT2#It looks like Gregoire Aebersold has been cut.
Aebersold tries to score a body lock takedown but Cutter shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Aebersold jumps guard but Cutter turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch on the inside from Cutter fails to land. #T1#
Aebersold blocks an elbow strike.
Cutter throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Aebersold takes a knee right on the jaw! #TD#
Aebersold manages to pull guard.
Aebersold is trying to control the position but Cutter postures up. #SUB#
Aebersold has his feet on Cutter's thighs here. He's pushed Cutter off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Cutter screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gregoire Aebersold!
Gregoire Aebersold seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CFC 547
Date: Apr 22, 2023

#R1##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Greepo.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aebersold is looking to reverse the position.
Greepo is staying tight to Aebersold's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Aebersold tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Greepo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Aebersold is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Greepo's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aebersold wants to control but Greepo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Greepo content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Aebersold wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Greepo content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Aebersold wants to get back to his feet.
Aebersold is looking to improve his position. #T1#
Greepo is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Aebersold is trying to escape back to his feet but Greepo uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Aebersold is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Greepo's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Greepo is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Aebersold tries to get to full guard but Greepo has control of the leg.
Greepo really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Greepo controlling the action here.
Aebersold is looking to improve his position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Aebersold is still trying to improve position.
Greepo is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Aebersold won't allow Greepo to pass to mount.
Aebersold is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Greepo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Aebersold has managed to free his arm - good work.
Aebersold works his way to full guard. Good work.
Aebersold not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Aebersold looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Greepo looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Greepo'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.
Greepo tries to free his leg and advance position but Aebersold is retaining full guard.
Aebersold manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Greepo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Greepo seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Aebersold wants to pass the guard but Greepo is keeping the position.
Aebersold preventing the sweep. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Aebersold wants to pass the guard but Greepo is keeping the position.
Aebersold is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Aebersold missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Greepo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Aebersold manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Greepo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Greepo preventing the sweep.
Greepo slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
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 Leepo Greepo will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Aebersold instigates a clinch.
Greepo is trying to break the clinch but Aebersold is controlling him.
Aebersold throws a head punch that misses.
A short body shot lands from Aebersold as the two fighters clinch. #TD#
Greepo manages to pull guard.
Aebersold throws a big right hand that misses.
Greepo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Aebersold stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Greepo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold being controlled here momentarily.
Greepo seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Greepo looking for a guillotine here but Aebersold defends easily. #T1#
Aebersold throws a strike but Greepo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Aebersold looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Greepo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Aebersold misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Aebersold regains full guard. Nicely done.
Greepo looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Aebersold keeping moving, preventing Greepo from controlling successfully.
Aebersold is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
Aebersold looking for a sweep. Not yet Aebersold, not yet.
Greepo postures up. #SUB2#
Aebersold escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Greepo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Greepo sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Greepo passes Aebersold's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Greepo is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Greepo will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Aebersold is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Greepo 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. #T3#
Aebersold trying to control here.
Aebersold wants to get back to full guard but Greepo has mounted him!
Aebersold tries to improve his position but instead Greepo has taken his back! #SUB#
Aebersold is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Greepo gets his way! #SUB#
Greepo is persistently looking for the submission but Aebersold is defending it well.
Greepo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Aebersold can do to turn this around?
Aebersold is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #T4#
Greepo is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
Greepo tightening his grip on Aebersold, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Greepo looking for the choke but no joy.
Aebersold breaks Greepo's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Greepo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Aebersold with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Leepo Greepo dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Aebersold tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Greepo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Greepo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Aebersold sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Greepo somewhat.
Greepo swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.
Greepo tries for a takedown but Aebersold sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Aebersold tries to clinch there but Greepo circles away.
Greepo went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Aebersold tries to clinch but Greepo is having none of it.
Greepo swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Greepo tries to keep at a distance but Aebersold has taken the fight into the clinch.
Greepo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Aebersold just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leepo Greepo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Aebersold fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Aebersold misses with a punch on the inside.
Aebersold is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Aebersold trying to land knees to the body.
Aebersold lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Greepo backwards. #TD2#
Aebersold ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Aebersold no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Aebersold tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Greepo wants to control from the top but Aebersold keeps moving.
Aebersold wants to sweep here but Greepo controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Aebersold is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Greepo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Greepo wants to pass the guard but Aebersold is keeping the position.
Greepo showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Aebersold looking for a sweep. Not yet Aebersold, not yet. #SUB2#
Aebersold is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Greepo is aware though and is defending well.
Aebersold tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Greepo pushing down on Aebersold's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Aebersold wants to improve his position but Greepo is controlling well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Aebersold manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Aebersold working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Greepo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Greepo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3##SUB#
Greepo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Greepo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Greepo controls from within his opponent's guard.
Leepo Greepo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Greepo passes Aebersold's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Aebersold is trying to stand up here but Greepo is controlling him well. #SUB#
Greepo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Greepo content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Aebersold is looking for a sweep. Greepo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aebersold is trying to stand.
Aebersold is pressing down on Greepo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Aebersold looking for subs off his back but Greepo has passed one foot through into half guard.
Greepo looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Gregoire Aebersold has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leepo Greepo!

Event: CFC 543
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Aebersold doesn't manage to clinch there - Higgins circles away.
Aebersold fails with an attempt to clinch.
Aebersold keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Higgins.
Aebersold shoots in but no luck this time.
Higgins throws out a powerful jab.
Higgins thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice takedown defense from Higgins. No joy for Aebersold on that attempt.
Higgins is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Aebersold with a body shot.
Aebersold dodges the punch combination from Higgins.
Higgins throws a body shot but no joy.
Higgins avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Aebersold staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold moves out of range of the strikes.
Aebersold wants to clinch.
Higgins swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.#T1##TD2#
Higgins decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Higgins perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Aebersold is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Higgins pulls his head out easily.
Aebersold wants to improve his position but Higgins is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aebersold is working hard here to advance position.
Aebersold gets back to full guard.
Aebersold wants to sweep but no luck.
Higgins postures up.
Higgins chips away with some ground and pound.
Higgins working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Aebersold's head.#T2#
Aebersold tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Aebersold is trying to keep Higgins in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aebersold lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Aebersold works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Higgins wants to improve his position but Aebersold is controlling well.
Higgins 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.
Aebersold winds up and cracks Higgins with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Higgins is trying to control but Aebersold passes into side control!
Aebersold advances to mount. #T3#
Higgins keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Aebersold looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Aebersold is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Higgins to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Higgins shrugs it off.
Aebersold wants to control but Higgins has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Higgins is in trouble now - Aebersold has advanced to mount!
Aebersold misses with a head shot.#T4#
Aebersold tries to control but Higgins wriggling away.
Higgins is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB#
Aebersold looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Higgins keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Aebersold working for a submission but Higgins is keeping him at bay.
Higgins is desperately trying to improve his position but Aebersold has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Aebersold jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Higgins manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Aebersold is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Higgins knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
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 Gregoire Aebersold will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Aebersold shoots for a takedown but Higgins saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Higgins! But no joy.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up but Higgins swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Aebersold closes the distance and clinches.
Higgins is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Higgins tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Aebersold misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short uppercut from Aebersold.
Higgins lands with a short shot to the head.
Aebersold is looking to control Higgins's arms but Higgins gets an underhook and turns him. Now Aebersold has his back to the cage.
Higgins swings wildly with an uppercut but Aebersold uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Aebersold pulls Higgins into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold looking for a sweep. Not yet Aebersold, not yet.
Higgins works over Aebersold with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Aebersold has his foot on Higgins's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Higgins works his way back into a safe position though.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aebersold is on top in guard. #REVR#
Higgins seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
Aebersold won't allow Higgins to sweep him here.
Aebersold trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Aebersold stopping the sweep attempt from Higgins.
Higgins really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Aebersold. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Aebersold thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Aebersold tries to free his leg and advance position but Higgins is retaining full guard.
Higgins is trying to keep Aebersold in close.
Aebersold missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gregoire Aebersold overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Aebersold wants to control from the top but Higgins keeps moving. #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.
Higgins working a defensive guard here.
Higgins throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Aebersold trying to control the position from guard on top but Higgins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aebersold throwing strikes from guard but Higgins blocks nicely.
Aebersold trying to control but Higgins is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Aebersold looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Higgins misses with an uppercut. Aebersold saw that one coming.
Gregoire Aebersold is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Higgins lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Aebersold circles away quickly and effectively.
Aebersold closes the distance and clinches up with Higgins, looking for a takedown. Aebersold pushes Higgins against the cage but Higgins circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Higgins swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Aebersold was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Aebersold tries to clinch there but Higgins circles away. #T3#
Higgins misses the jab.
Higgins ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aebersold moves away.
As Higgins looks to move away, Aebersold throws a big counter combo but Higgins just gets out of the way.
Higgins throws a jab when Aebersold was well out of range.
Aebersold tries to clinch but Higgins moves out of range.
Aebersold ducks under a wild hook from Higgins.
Higgins keeps the fight on the outside.
Higgins throws out a counter right but Aebersold avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Higgins shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Higgins showed some decent athleticism there.
Aebersold is trying to get back to full guard.
Aebersold is trying to maintain the position but Higgins is very close to passing his half guard.
Aebersold moves into full guard.
Aebersold wants to hit a sweep here but Higgins passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Aebersold there! #T4#
Higgins takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Aebersold tries to hold on but Higgins pushes him away.
Aebersold keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Aebersold sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aebersold is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Aebersold trying to hold on to Higgins's head to control him but Higgins postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Don Higgins showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Higgins keeps the fight on the outside.
Aebersold slips under a jab.
Higgins might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Higgins misses with a right hand #TD#
and Aebersold counters with a shoot takedown. Higgins fights it but they end up in guard.
Higgins wants to sweep here but Aebersold controlling him for the moment.
Aebersold pushing down on Higgins's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Aebersold wants to advance to full mount but Higgins doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Higgins has his hands on Aebersold's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold with a flurry of punches that miss.
Aebersold wants to pass the guard but Higgins is keeping the position.
Higgins preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1##SUB2#
Higgins looking for subs off his back but Aebersold has passed one foot through into half guard.
Aebersold wants to free his trapped foot but Higgins is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Higgins tries to roll over but Aebersold keeps him under control.#SUB#
Aebersold is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Higgins actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Aebersold prevents Higgins from improving his position.
Aebersold tries to pass the half guard into mount. Higgins knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Higgins trying to control but Aebersold postures up.
Higgins wants to get back to full guard.
Aebersold wants to pass to mount but Higgins is defending the position. #T3#
Aebersold passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB#
Aebersold wants to finish this one by submission but Higgins is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Aebersold.
Aebersold tries to control but Higgins wriggling away.
Higgins really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Aebersold landing shots from mount. #T4##SUB#
Aebersold goes for an armbar but Higgins turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Higgins.
Higgins stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aebersold swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Aebersold is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Higgins defends well.
Aebersold controls Higgins momentarily but Higgins frees himself.
Aebersold looking to hit a scissor sweep but Higgins is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Higgins content to stall in guard here.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Gregoire Aebersold!

Event: CFC 536
Date: Mar 18, 2023

#R1##CL#
Aebersold darts in and clinches Test up against the cage.
Test tries a body shot but Aebersold blocks it.
Test working aggressively here.
Aebersold misses with the head strike.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Aebersold misses with a punch to the body.
Test swings wildly with an uppercut but Aebersold uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aebersold throws a punch but it's blocked by Test.
Test misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Test leaning against his opponent.
Test can't find room to land a body shot as Aebersold controls the action.
Test looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Test misses with a short punch on the inside.
Aebersold fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Test fails to land.
Test swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Test scores with a nice hook to the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Test softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Test scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Aebersold tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Test misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Test misses with a short punch on the inside.
Aebersold blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD#
Aebersold pulls guard successfully.
Test throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Aebersold is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Aebersold had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Test defends it easily.
Test engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2##SUB#
Aebersold looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Test passes Aebersold's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Aebersold is looking for a sweep. Test is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Test is trying to control the action in half guard but Aebersold is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Aebersold looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Test is working for a submission of some sort.
Aebersold is looking for a sweep. Test is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aebersold wants to control but Test is keeping busy.
Aebersold is trying to get back to full guard.
Test is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aebersold is looking to improve his position.
Aebersold is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Aebersold moves into full guard.
Test trying to control the position from guard on top but Aebersold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Aebersold has his foot on Test's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Test works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Aebersold had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Test defends it easily.
Aebersold is trying to keep Test in close.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aebersold is on top in guard. #REVR#
Test has his hands on Aebersold's head, controlling the position.
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 Gregoire Aebersold will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Aebersold fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Test, pushing him back against the cage.
Test digs a right hand into Aebersold's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Aebersold's gas tank.
Test lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Aebersold is trying to pull guard but Test has him pressed against the cage.
Aebersold looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Test goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Test misses with a body punch.
Test prevents a body shot from Aebersold.
Aebersold scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Test.
Aebersold gets through Test's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Test swings wildly with an uppercut but Aebersold uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Aebersold pulls guard.
Aebersold manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Test manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T1##SUB#
Aebersold drops back looking for a leg! Test is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Test manages to kick Aebersold off! Aebersold jumps back into Test's guard. #SUB#
Aebersold drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Test dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Aebersold trying to keep a closed guard but Test is proving a slippery customer.
Aebersold looking to hit a scissor sweep but Test is one step ahead there. #SU2#
Test stands and steps away. Aebersold gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T2##CL2#
Test fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Aebersold, pushing him back against the cage.
Aebersold is trying to maintain a safe position but Test gets an underhook and turns Aebersold into the cage.#TD#
Aebersold jumps guard.
Aebersold keeping moving, preventing Test from controlling successfully.
Aebersold will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Aebersold has his foot on Test's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Test works his way back into a safe position though.
Aebersold looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aebersold is on top in guard. #REVR#
Aebersold trying to control the position from guard on top but Test is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Test is trying to control the position but Aebersold postures up.
Test throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #T3#
Aebersold advances to half guard. #SUB#
Aebersold is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Test is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gregoire Aebersold!

Event: CFC 527
Date: Feb 11, 2023

#R1#
Aebersold tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Greepo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Greepo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Aebersold tries to clinch there but Greepo circles away.
Aebersold wants to clinch up but Greepo keeps it at a distance.
Greepo appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Aebersold is looking to clinch but Greepo is avoiding it.
Aebersold tries to clinch but Greepo is having none of it.
Aebersold is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Greepo was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#CL2#
Aebersold fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Greepo, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold lands a body punch.
Greepo jumps guard but Aebersold stands there with Greepo around his waist. Greepo gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #TD2#
Aebersold has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Greepo uses from the top position.
Greepo preventing the sweep. #T1#
Greepo advances to half guard.
Greepo is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Greepo prevents Aebersold from improving his position.
Greepo stalling.
Greepo prevents Aebersold from improving his position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Greepo performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Greepo works his foot free and advances to mount.
Aebersold tries to hold on but Greepo pushes him away.
Aebersold is looking to improve his position but Greepo isn't that keen on the idea.#T3#
Greepo controlling the pace for now.
Greepo has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Aebersold is wriggling around trying to escape.
Greepo controlling the pace for now.
Greepo will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Aebersold is in all sorts of trouble here.
Greepo avoids the attempt from Aebersold to control.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Greepo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Aebersold is trying desperately to improve position.
Greepo controlling from mount.
Aebersold is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aebersold is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Leepo Greepo 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##TD#
Greepo looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Greepo is thwarting Aebersold's attempts to control the position.
Greepo wants to pass to mount but Aebersold is defending the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Aebersold is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Greepo not doing much here.
Leepo Greepo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Aebersold wants to control but Greepo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Greepo throwing shots but Aebersold is blocking nicely.
Aebersold wants to control but Greepo is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Greepo keeps the fight on the outside.
Greepo tries to counter by clinching up but Aebersold breaks away and moves out of range.
Aebersold tries to clinch there but Greepo circles away.
Aebersold tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Greepo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Aebersold tries to clinch up.
Greepo really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#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.
Aebersold wants to clinch.
Greepo is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Aebersold.
Greepo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up but Greepo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Leepo Greepo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Aebersold tries to clinch there but Greepo circles away. #TD#
Greepo drives through with a takedown into Aebersold's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Aebersold is looking to sweep but instead, Greepo has passed into half guard.
Greepo wants to pass to mount but Aebersold is defending the position. #SUB#
Greepo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Aebersold is just riding it out for now. Greepo eventually gives up the hold.
Well, if Greepo 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. #T3#
Greepo prevents Aebersold from improving his position.
Aebersold moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Aebersold keeping full guard, as Greepo tries to pass.
Greepo 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. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Aebersold is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Greepo's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Greepo tries to free his leg and advance position but Aebersold is retaining full guard.
Greepo postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aebersold fails with an attempt to clinch.
Greepo swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Leepo Greepo dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Greepo paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD2#
Aebersold shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Aebersold trying to mount his opponent but Greepo defends it.
Greepo moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Greepo controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold trying to control the position from guard on top but Greepo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aebersold postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Greepo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Aebersold manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T1#
Aebersold is trying to keep Greepo in close.
Greepo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aebersold is on top in guard. #REVB#
Aebersold tries to free his leg and advance position but Greepo is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Aebersold postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Greepo is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Aebersold, into his guard. #REVR#
Greepo is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aebersold is on top in guard. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aebersold with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Aebersold is pushing down on Greepo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Greepo is fighting to maintain full guard but Aebersold has managed to sneak the leg through.
Greepo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Greepo.
Greepo wants to sweep but no luck.
Aebersold trying to control the position from guard on top but Greepo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Greepo seems keen to control Aebersold's posture.#T3#
Aebersold wants to pass the guard but Greepo is keeping the position.
Aebersold wants to control from the top but Greepo keeps moving.
Aebersold slips nicely into half guard.
Greepo wants to get back to full guard but Aebersold has mounted him!
Aebersold trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Aebersold is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T4#
Greepo is trying to escape the mount.
Greepo sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Greepo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:27
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:27
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leepo Greepo!

Event: CFC 520
Date: Jan 21, 2023

#R1#
Aebersold on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Aebersold fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Menezes punishes Aebersold's body with a nice straight punch.
Menezes lands a right hook to the body.
Aebersold doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Menezes throws out a powerful jab.
Menezes looks to land a combination. Aebersold sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT2#It looks like Gregoire Aebersold has been cut.
Aebersold tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Menezes swivels and escapes.
Menezes scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
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!
Jab by Menezes.
Aebersold looks for a takedown but Menezes sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aebersold fails with the takedown.
A combination from Menezes does no damage.
Aebersold doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Menezes to counter with a crisp jab.
Aebersold drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Menezes lands with a big left! Aebersold is wobbled badly! Menezes comes in with a flurry of punches and drops Aebersold to the floor. The ref jumps in to save him from unneccessary punishment.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Fabricio Menezes!
Fabricio Menezes was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: CFC New Years Eve
Date: Dec 31, 2022

#R1#
Aebersold fails with the takedown.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Foster 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.
Aebersold fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
Aebersold instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Foster drags the fight down to the ground.
Foster keeping full guard, as Aebersold tries to pass.
Foster is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foster keeping moving, preventing Aebersold from controlling successfully.
Aebersold preventing the sweep.
Foster really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Aebersold. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1#
Aebersold scoring with punches to the head and body.
Aebersold passes Foster's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Foster is controlling Aebersold's trapped leg to prevent Aebersold from advancing to side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Let's hope that Foster has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Foster wants to improve his position but Aebersold is controlling well.
Foster avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Aebersold.
Aebersold is trying to control the action in half guard but Foster is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #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.
Aebersold wants to pass to mount but Foster is defending the position.
Foster tries to get to full guard but Aebersold has control of the leg.
Foster keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Aebersold trying to pass the guard but Foster defending well.
Aebersold wants to control but Foster is keeping him busy.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Aebersold is trying for a kimura here. Foster looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Aebersold wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gregoire Aebersold!

Event: CFC 510
Date: Dec 10, 2022

#R1#
Aebersold shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Garver as he avoids it easily.
Garver feints a counter leg kick.
Aebersold shoots in for a double leg but Garver sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Aebersold darts in looking for a takedown but Garver gets double underhooks and turns Aebersold into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aebersold tries to pull guard but Garver forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Aebersold tries to pull guard but Garver forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Garver is trying to break the clinch but Aebersold is controlling him.
Garver makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#TD#
Aebersold jumps guard.
Aebersold is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Garver would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Garver really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Aebersold. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garver won't allow Aebersold to sweep him here.
Aebersold working a defensive guard here. #T1##SUB#
Aebersold escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Garver gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Garver preventing the sweep.
Aebersold keeping moving, preventing Garver from controlling successfully.
Garver is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Aebersold avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Aebersold avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Aebersold working a defensive guard here. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Aebersold manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Garver manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Aebersold not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Aebersold prevents Garver from getting back to his feet.
Aebersold stands and throws Garver's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Garver is not content to let Aebersold control the position.
Garver wants to control but Aebersold postures up.#T3#
Garver tries to buck Aebersold off but Aebersold is having none of it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Aebersold is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Garver will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Garver struggling a bit here.
Garver is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Aebersold asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Aebersold is looking to take a break and control but Garver is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Aebersold lands some shots froms side control.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Aebersold wants to lay and pray for a moment but Garver keeps working.
Aebersold working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB#
Aebersold tries for a kimura but Garver is defending well.
Aebersold advances to full mount.
Aebersold tries to control but Garver wriggling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aebersold avoids the attempt from Garver to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gregoire Aebersold dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Garver rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Aebersold moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Aebersold is looking to counter the offense by Garver and move into the clinch.
Aebersold moves out of range of the body kick from Garver.
Aebersold is trying hard to land a takedown here. Garver sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Garver throws a push kick but Aebersold slaps the foot to one side.
Garver leaves Aebersold with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Aebersold sets himself, and Garver steps forward looking for the clinch! Aebersold avoids it this time.
Aebersold fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aebersold takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold shoots in for a takedown but Garver shows good takedown defense.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Garver, as that shot connected.
Garver fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Aebersold looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL2#
Garver moves into the clinch.#T1#
Garver throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Aebersolds head.
Garver scores with a shot to the side of Aebersold's head.
I was talking to Aebersold's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Aebersold tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Garver lands with a light punch inside. #TD2#
Garver jumps guard and drags Aebersold to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Aebersold wants to control from the top but Garver keeps moving. #ES2#
Garver has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Aebersold off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Aebersold with a lazy takedown attempt
and Aebersold takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Aebersold has his takedown stuffed
and Garver counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Aebersold has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Aebersold there as he acknowledges the shot.
Gregoire Aebersold is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice sprawl there from Garver as Aebersold shoots in.
Aebersold has his takedown stuffed
and Garver counters with a nice uppercut.
Aebersold tries to clinch #TD2#
and Garver counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Aebersold is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Garver is posturing up here but Aebersold has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Garver tries to roll out but it's too tight and Garver has to tap! Slick submission there by Aebersold!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gregoire Aebersold!

Event: CFC 508
Date: Dec 03, 2022

#R1#
Aebersold fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Aebersold fails in his attempt to clinch.
A jab from Mahi Ai does it's job there.
Aebersold shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mahi Ai as he avoids it easily.
Aebersold takes one to the side of the head.
We've been hearing reports that Aebersold has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Aebersold fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Mahi Ai pushes Aebersold up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mahi Ai stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Mahi Ai lands a body punch in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mahi Ai creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mahi Ai works on Aebersold's body with a couple of short punches.
Mahi Ai gets through Aebersold's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Aebersold takes a shot to the head.
Mahi Ai lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mahi Ai throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Aebersold tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Aebersold fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Mahi Ai lands a body punch.
Aebersold is breathing heavily.
Mahi Ai lands a left hand that snaps the head of Aebersold backwards.
Mahi Ai lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mahi Ai pushes Aebersold back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mahi Ai lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mahi Ai scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mahi Ai lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mahi Ai lands a left hand.
Aebersold is trying to pull guard but Mahi Ai turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Aebersold tries to pull guard but Mahi Ai forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Aebersold jumps guard but Mahi Ai turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T2#
Aebersold tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Mahi Ai smiles and moves away.
Mahi Ai stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mahi Ai wants it to stay on the feet.
Thomas Mahi Ai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Mahi Ai moves into range and clinches up with Aebersold.
Mahi Ai lands a shot to the body.
Mahi Ai gets through Aebersold's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Mahi Ai.
Mahi Ai lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mahi Ai lands with a right to the head.
Mahi Ai lands with a left to the head.
Aebersold tries to pull guard but Mahi Ai holds him up against the cage and eventually Aebersold drops back down to his feet.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mahi Ai.
A short right from Mahi Ai.
Mahi Ai lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC2#Aebersold is rocked!
Mahi Ai creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Aebersold with a big uppercut! Aebersold tries to clinch up but Mahi Ai pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Aebersold to the mat! Aebersold covers up and Mahi Ai unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Thomas Mahi Ai!
Post fight, an emotional Thomas Mahi Ai said 'Big thanks to everyone here for coming out & all the folks watching at home, supporting the event & a big shout out to my sponsors White Gorilla & Pwnage'.

Event: CFC 507
Date: Nov 26, 2022

#R1#
Aebersold has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Aebersold there as he acknowledges the shot.
Aebersold shoots in and drives through. Rocha sprawls well.
Aebersold shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rocha as he jumps to the side.
Aebersold tries to score a power double leg takedown but Rocha sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Aebersold somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rocha stuffs the takedown.
Rocha keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aebersold tries to clinch up but Rocha circles away and keeps his distance.
Rocha defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Aebersold.
Aebersold tries to clinch but Rocha moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch but Rocha swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aebersold throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rocha's waist but Rocha gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Aebersold off to one side.
Rocha with the inside leg kick.
Aebersold shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Aebersold fails with the takedown
and Rocha counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Aebersold will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rocha scores with a crisp jab that stopped Aebersold in his tracks.
Aebersold shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Rocha counter with a right hand.
Aebersold is breathing heavily.
Rocha keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Rocha looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Rocha looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Rocha slips a nice elbow through Aebersold's hands, connecting with Aebersold's forehead.
Aebersold trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
Rocha thows a huge punch but Aebersold dodges it nicely.
Rocha not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Aebersold wants to improve his position but Rocha is controlling well.
Aebersold trying to control but Rocha postures up.
Rocha missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Aebersold is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rocha thows a huge punch but Aebersold dodges it nicely.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Aebersold manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Rocha trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rocha in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rocha must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Rocha wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Aebersold's closed guard. He's half up but Aebersold has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Aebersold pivots and extends the arm, Rocha falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Aebersold! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gregoire Aebersold!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 08, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Gascon scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Gascon controlling from side mount. #SUB2#
Gascon tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gascon has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Gascon tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gascon has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Gascon is trying to get an arm triangle but Aebersold is defending well.
Aebersold stops Gascon from passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold is trying to control Gascon's posture but Gascon avoids it. #SUB2#
Gascon is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Aebersold is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1##SUB2#
Gascon is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Aebersold is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gascon working away.#SUB2#
Gascon is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Aebersold is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Gascon thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Gascon working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Gascon advances to full mount. #T2##SUB2#
Gascon looking to secure an arm triangle but Aebersold defends it well. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gascon goes for an armbar but Aebersold turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Aebersold.
Gascon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Aebersold passes Gascon's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Gascon looking for submissions off his back.
Gascon works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Gascon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Aebersold defends well.
Gascon trying to keep a closed guard but Aebersold is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Aebersold slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Gascon 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.
Aebersold working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Aebersold working the ground and pound but Gascon is defending the strikes.
Gascon is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Gascon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gascon is looking to regain half guard here but Aebersold keeps moving and retains side control.
Aebersold is looking to take a break and control but Gascon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Aebersold connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Gascon some visible discomfort. #T4#
Gascon manages to work his way to half guard, despite Aebersold's best efforts.
Gascon won't allow Aebersold to pass to mount.
Aebersold working over Gascon with some ground and pound. Gascon looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Aebersold looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Gascon regains full guard. Nicely done.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gascon is on top in guard. #REVB#
Aebersold keeping moving, preventing Gascon from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gascon is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Aebersold is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Aebersold has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
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!
Gascon looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aebersold tries to stand but Gascon is controlling from the bottom.
Gascon wants to sweep but no luck.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Raymond Gascon will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Aebersold shoots in for a takedown but Gascon shows good takedown defense.
Aebersold tries for a takedown but Gascon circles away easily#TD2#
and Gascon counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Gascon wants to work for an arm triangle but Aebersold is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Gascon is working for a submission of some sort.
Gascon uses his free foot to push down on Aebersold's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Aebersold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Aebersold defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Gascon.
Aebersold tries to hold on but Gascon pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gascon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Aebersold is trying to escape the mount. #T1#
Gascon trying to control but Aebersold is having none of it.
Aebersold tries to hold on but Gascon postures up.#SUB2#
Gascon is working for a guillotine from mount but Aebersold frees his head quite easily. #SUB2#
Aebersold defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Gascon.
Aebersold keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Aebersold regains half guard.#T2#
Gascon moves nicely into side control. #SUB2#
Gascon is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Aebersold knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Gascon is trying to get an arm triangle but Aebersold is defending well.
Aebersold sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Gascon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Aebersold is just riding it out for now. Gascon eventually gives up the hold.
Aebersold wants to improve his position but Gascon is controlling well. #T3##SUB2#
Gascon wants to work for an arm triangle but Aebersold is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gascon passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Aebersold!
Gascon trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2#
Gascon looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Raymond Gascon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Aebersold tries to hold on but Gascon pushes him away.
Aebersold is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Aebersold is squirming around, avoiding Gascon's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Aebersold wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Aebersold tries to hold on but Gascon postures up.
Gascon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gascon wants to control the action but instead Aebersold gets a body lock and reverses into Gascon's guard! Nice work!
Aebersold won't allow Gascon to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Gascon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Aebersold is aware though and is defending well.
Aebersold stopping the sweep attempt from Gascon.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gascon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gascon wants to hit a sweep here but Aebersold passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Gascon there!
Gascon is breathing heavily.
Gascon is desperately trying to improve his position but Aebersold has a good base and remains in mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Raymond Gascon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Gascon looks for a takedown but Aebersold sprawls well.#CL#
Aebersold moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Gascon gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Aebersold is trying to stand.
The fighters are battling for position here. Aebersold manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Aebersold manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gascon manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Gascon looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Gascon throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gascon lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Gascon wants to pass the guard but Aebersold is keeping the position.
Gascon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Gascon trying to control the position from guard on top but Aebersold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aebersold wants to stand but Gascon is controlling the position.
Gascon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Aebersold is keeping the position for now.
Gascon forces his way into half guard.
Aebersold wants to control but Gascon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Aebersold gets back to full guard.
Gascon looking to pass the guard. #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.
Gascon preventing the sweep.
Gascon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aebersold swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Aebersold striking off his back, scoring a few points.
Gascon trying to control the position from guard on top but Aebersold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gascon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aebersold swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gascon stopping the sweep attempt from Aebersold.
Gascon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Aebersold throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T3#
Gascon is pushing down on Aebersold's leg trying to pass to half guard. Aebersold is fighting to maintain full guard but Gascon has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Gascon is trying to work for a kimura but Aebersold is defending well. #SUB2#
Gascon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Aebersold has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gascon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Gascon wants to take a breather but Aebersold is having none of it.
Aebersold wants to control but Gascon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gascon passes the guard and advances to mount! #T4#
Aebersold gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Gascon is looking for a kimura but Aebersold is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gascon to get the leverage.
Aebersold trying to hold on to Gascon's head to control him but Gascon postures up. #SUB2#
Gascon wants to work for an arm triangle but Aebersold is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Gascon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Aebersold is just riding it out for now. Gascon eventually gives up the hold.
Gascon is thwarting Aebersold's attempts to control the position.
Gregoire Aebersold has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Raymond Gascon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aebersold missing with punches from the bottom.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:30
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Raymond Gascon!

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