Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: RSE 70:
Date: Apr 20, 2024

#R1#
Dienekes slips under a jab from Uhp.
Dienekes has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Uhp finds it's way round the side to connect with Dienekes's head.
Dienekes ducks under a wild hook from Uhp.
Dienekes appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Uhp lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Uhp lands with a cross.
The fighters circling - Uhp throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Uhp throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dienekes trying to mount his opponent but Uhp defends it.
Uhp wants to get back to his feet.
Uhp keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Dienekes thows a huge punch but Uhp dodges it nicely. #T1#
Dienekes thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Uhp is trying to stand up here but Dienekes is controlling him well.
Dienekes is trying to control the action in half guard but Uhp is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dienekes is really struggling to control Uhp but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Dienekes is nestled in close to Uhp, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Well, if Dienekes 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.
Uhp is trying to stand back up but Dienekes is controlling him
Uhp really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dienekes. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Uhp is in trouble now - Dienekes has advanced to mount!
Dienekes looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dienekes has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2#
Uhp working to try and regain half guard.
Uhp is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Dienekes with good strikes from the mount here!
Dienekes unloads with some shots from mount but Uhp bucks and avoids them well.
Dienekes can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Uhp is looking to escape.
Uhp really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Uhp is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy. #T3#
Uhp is working to get back to half guard.
Uhp is bucking up trying to escape but Dienekes cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Dienekes looking to control but Uhp is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dienekes punching from mount but Uhp doing a good job of avoiding damage. #T4#
Dienekes landing strikes from the mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Uhp tries to hold on but Dienekes postures up.#SUB#
Dienekes working for a guillotine from mount but Uhp is in no mood to give up.
Uhp holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Dienekes tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Dienekes unloads with some shots from mount but Uhp bucks and avoids them well.
Dienekes lands a heavy elbow.
Dienekes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Uhp is bucking up trying to escape but Dienekes cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dienekes working the ground and pound effectively.
Dienekes takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Dienekes needs to keep his hands up - Uhp had a free shot at his head there.
Doric Dienekes is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Uhp throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Uhp throws a hook to the side of Dienekes's head but Dienekes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Uhp throws a shot from downtown. Dienekes moves away and avoids it.
Uhp lands a nice shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Uhp misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Uhp throws out the jab.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Uhp is quick to defend against it.
A slow jab from Uhp misses its intended target.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dienekes slips under a jab.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Light Uhp seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Uhp throws the left hand but Dienekes avoids the punch easily.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Uhp pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Uhp takes a swing at Dienekes's ribcage but misses.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Uhp looks to land a right hand but Dienekes moved out of range.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
A combination from Uhp does no damage.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Uhp throws a body shot but no joy.
Dienekes walks into a left hand.
Uhp throws a hook but Dienekes avoids it easily.
Dienekes slips a straight right by Uhp.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Uhp swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dienekes appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Uhp ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dienekes moves away.#T2#
Uhp looks to throw the jab but Dienekes is out of range.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Dienekes has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dienekes there as he acknowledges the shot.
Uhp comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Uhp misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Uhp!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dienekes trying to control the position but Uhp is working away.
Uhp prevents Dienekes from improving position.
Uhp manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Dienekes slips a nice elbow through Uhp's hands, connecting with Uhp's forehead.
Dienekes working over Uhp with some ground and pound. Uhp looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dienekes sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Uhp defending well though. #T3#
Uhp is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dienekes perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Uhp pushes Dienekes off looking to stand but Dienekes dives back in and keeps control.
Dienekes tries to pass to full mount but Uhp defends it.
Uhp wants to get back to his feet.
Dienekes looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Dienekes is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Uhp is trying to stand back up but Dienekes is controlling him #SUB#
Dienekes is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Uhp is just riding it out for now. Dienekes eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dienekes not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Uhp is looking to escape.
Uhp is refusing to be controlled, as Dienekes sits in half guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Uhp wants to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Uhp looks to land a right hand but Dienekes moved out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Uhp feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dienekess jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Uhp loads up on a big right hand but Dienekes slips the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Light Uhp showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Dienekes's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Uhp misses with a looping right.
Dienekes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Uhp throws out a loose jab but Dienekes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Uhp with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Uhp throws a looping overhand right but Dienekes ducks down to avoid it.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Uhp looks to score with a jab to the body but Dienekes is just out of range.
Dienekes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Uhp.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uhp jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dienekes slips under a jab from Uhp.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Uhp swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Light Uhp seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dienekes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Uhp.#T1#
Dienekes moves away from the strike by Uhp.
Nice jab there from Uhp.
Dienekes ducks under a wild hook from Uhp.
Uhp tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dienekes was well out of range. Poor timing from Uhp.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Uhp has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Dienekes is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Uhp is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dienekes.
Dienekes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Uhp.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A big right from Uhp misses.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A punch lands to the side of Dienekes 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Uhp takes a swing at Dienekes's ribcage but misses.
Nice defenses there by Dienekes.#T2#
Uhp misses with a few strikes there.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
A swing and a miss from Uhp.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Uhp looks to score with a jab to the body but Dienekes is just out of range.
Dienekes slips under a jab.
Uhp swings for the body but Dienekes moves out of range.
Uhp lands with a hook. Dienekes tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dienekes takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Uhp misses with a looping right.
Dienekes drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dienekes moves out of range as Uhp strikes.#T3#
Uhp throws out a loose jab but Dienekes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Uhp misses with an uppercut.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Uhp misses with a looping right.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A big right from Uhp misses.
A cross from Uhp lands.
Uhp swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Uhp avoids it well and moves away.
Uhp misses with a looping left.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dienekes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Uhp.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Uhp misses with a hook #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a takedown into side control.
Uhp is pushing Dienekes's head away, looking to escape. Dienekes manages to hold on to the position though.#T4#
Uhp is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Dienekes is trying to get an arm triangle but Uhp is defending well.
Dienekes trying to control the action but Uhp is working from the bottom.
Dienekes working the body and head with strikes.
Uhp manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dienekes's best efforts.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dienekes drops an elbow to the side of Uhp's head.
Dienekes throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Uhp won't allow Dienekes to pass to mount.
Uhp tries to kick Dienekes off but Dienekes keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Light Uhp really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
A telegraphed right hand from Uhp misses the target.
Uhp jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Uhp tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dienekes was well out of range. Poor timing from Uhp.
Uhp 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.
Dienekes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Uhp throws out the jab.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Uhp is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dienekes.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Uhp digs a good body shot into Dienekes's ribs.
Uhp looks to throw the jab but Dienekes is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uhp throws an overhand right that lands on Dienekes's shoulder, as Dienekes tries to avoid the shot.
Dienekes moves out of range as Uhp strikes.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Uhp avoids it well and moves away.
Dienekes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Uhp.#T1#
A jab from Uhp misses.
Dienekes appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Uhp jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Uhp is quick to defend against it.
Dienekes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Uhp.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Dienekes moves away from the strike by Uhp.
Uhp has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fighters circling - Uhp throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Uhp throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a takedown into side control.
Dienekes wants to lay and pray for a moment but Uhp keeps working.
Doric Dienekes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Dienekes thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
Dienekes grinds an elbow into Uhp's temple.
Dienekes taking a breather here.
Uhp is trying to buck Dienekes off.
Dienekes tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T3#
Uhp tries to escape but Dienekes is in control.
Dienekes trying to control the position but Uhp is working away.
Uhp is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Dienekes is controlling him well.
Dienekes throws an elbow but Uhp slips to the side and avoids it well.
Dienekes looks up at the clock and then as Uhp takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Dienekes smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude! #SUB#
Dienekes is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Uhp knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dienekes is chipping away with strikes.
Dienekes working the ground and pound.
Dienekes cracks Uhp with a big right hand but Uhp just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Dienekes tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dienekes advances to full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Uhp tries to reverse the position but Dienekes maintains control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes had his way with Light Uhp in 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Uhp misses the shot to the body.
Dienekes takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Uhp throws a right and a left that Dienekes avoids nicely.
Dienekes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Uhp.
Dienekes moves out of range as Uhp strikes.
Uhp thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Nice shot lands for Uhp.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uhp tests Dienekes's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Uhp misses with a body shot #TD#
so Dienekes counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Dienekes loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Dienekes lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Dienekes's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dienekes pushing down on Uhp's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Dienekes looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Uhp wants to control but Dienekes is keeping busy.
Dienekes looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Uhp is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dienekes scores with a couple of nice shots.
Uhp is refusing to be controlled, as Dienekes sits in half guard.
Dienekes thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Uhp's head.
Uhp pushes Dienekes off looking to stand but Dienekes dives back in and keeps control. #T2#
Dienekes throwing shots but Uhp is blocking nicely.
Dienekes is looking to take a break and control but Uhp is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Uhp blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dienekes.
Uhp tries to kick Dienekes off but Dienekes keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Dienekes is working for a kimura but Uhp is defending it quite comfortably.
Dienekes sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dienekes missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Uhp is looking to escape.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Uhp misses with an uppercut.
Dienekes moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A swing and a miss from Uhp.
Dienekes walks into a stiff left hand from Uhp.
Uhp throws a looping overhand right but Dienekes ducks down to avoid it.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Uhp digs a good body shot into Dienekes's ribs.
Dienekes moves out of range as Uhp strikes.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Uhp is quick to defend against it.
A left lands for Uhp.#T4#
Uhp misses with an uppercut. Dienekes saw that one coming.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Uhp misses with a body punch #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Uhp keeping full guard, as Dienekes tries to pass.
Dienekes pushes down on Uhp's leg and manages to get into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dienekes is nestled in close to Uhp, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Uhp is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Uhp is staying active underneath Dienekes, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 47:48
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 48:48
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 48:48

The fight is ruled a majority draw!
Doric Dienekes retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!

Event: RSE 62: Fire In The Sky
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Flugamine swinging wildly here. #TD2#
Flugamine shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Dienekes is trying to defend but Flugamine finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Flugamine landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flugamine thows a huge punch but Dienekes dodges it nicely.
Dienekes is trying to get back to full guard.
Flugamine looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dienekes with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Flugamine drops an elbow to the side of Dienekes's head.
Dienekes is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T1#
Flugamine sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dienekes defending well though.
Dienekes is looking to improve his position.
Dienekes wants to control but Flugamine is keeping busy.
Dienekes blocking the ground and pound attempt from Flugamine.
Flugamine throwing shots but Dienekes is blocking nicely.
Dienekes has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Flugamine is working away from the top position though.
Dienekes controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB#
Dienekes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Flugamine pulls his head out easily.
Flugamine takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dienekes is doing well to control the position and prevent Flugamine from advancing to side control.
Dienekes trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Flugamine is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dienekes has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ground and pound from Flugamine.
Dienekes wants to control but Flugamine is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dienekes keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dienekes manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Flugamine throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dienekes works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Flugamine avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dienekes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Flugamine content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dienekes trying to keep a closed guard but Flugamine is proving a slippery customer.
Flugamine trying to control the position from guard on top but Dienekes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dienekes has his foot on Flugamine's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Flugamine works his way back into a safe position though.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dienekes is on top in guard. #REVR#
Flugamine can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dienekes controls the pace.
Dienekes wants to pass the guard but Flugamine is keeping the position.
Dienekes trying to control the position from guard on top but Flugamine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Flugamine wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Dienekes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Flugamine swivels though and keeps the full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Flugamine holds on and takes a little breather.
Flugamine is trying to control the position but Dienekes postures up.
Flugamine wants to control the position but Dienekes says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Flugamine tries to roll over but Dienekes keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Flugamine preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Flugamine is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Flugamine on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maskar Flugamine dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Flugamine rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dienekes moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Flugamine is quick to defend against it.
Flugamine misses with a combination #TD#
so Dienekes counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Flugamine working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dienekes.
Dienekes stopping the sweep attempt from Flugamine.
Flugamine is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flugamine 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#
Dienekes keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Dienekes gets full guard.
Flugamine trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Dienekes is looking for a triangle but Flugamine pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dienekes controls Flugamine momentarily but Flugamine frees himself.
Dienekes has control of Flugamine's left arm, preventing Flugamine from doing any damage. #SUB#
Dienekes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Flugamine gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Flugamine throws a big elbow that misses.
Flugamine working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dienekes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB#
Dienekes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Flugamine gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Flugamine won't allow Dienekes to sweep him here.
Dienekes trying to control the position.
Flugamine loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dienekes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dienekes 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#
Flugamine is looking to control Dienekes's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Flugamine avoid being mounted?
Dienekes is keen to just control but Flugamine is a slippery customer.
Flugamine is looking to control Dienekes's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Flugamine avoid being mounted?
Dienekes missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Dienekes is thwarting Flugamine's attempts to control the position.
Flugamine is refusing to be controlled, as Dienekes sits in half guard.
Flugamine trying to control here.
Dienekes is looking to take a break and control but Flugamine is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dienekes sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Flugamine defending well though.
Doric Dienekes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dienekes throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Flugamine trying to control but Dienekes postures up.
Flugamine is trying to stand up here but Dienekes is controlling him well.
Dienekes tries to pass to full mount but Flugamine defends it. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Flugamine trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Dienekes manages to pass to mount!
Flugamine really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dienekes content just to control the position here.
Dienekes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dienekes controlling his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Flugamine tries to reverse the position but Dienekes maintains control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes dominated that second round.
That's time! Dienekes's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Flugamine moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Flugamine closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flugamine not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dienekes wants to pass the guard but Flugamine is keeping the position.#T1#
Dienekes trying to control but Flugamine is working from the bottom.
Flugamine is looking to stand up but Dienekes isn't so interested in that idea.
Flugamine pulls Dienekes in close to his closed guard and prevents Dienekes from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dienekes stands up over Flugamine, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dienekes passes Flugamine's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Flugamine is trying to maintain the position but Dienekes is very close to passing his half guard.
Flugamine is looking for a sweep. Dienekes is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dienekes tries to pass to full mount but Flugamine defends it.
Dienekes is trying to control. Flugamine wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dienekes performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Flugamine on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Flugamine trying to get back to full guard but Dienekes takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Dienekes takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Dienekes lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Dienekes looking to control but Flugamine is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dienekes lands a couple of good shots and Flugamine has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#T3#
Flugamine trying to control but not successfully. #SUB#
Dienekes is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Flugamine is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Doric Dienekes!
Doric Dienekes retains his middleweight title!

Event: RSE 49: Bloodbath
Date: Feb 14, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Dienekes shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dienekes controlling the action here.
Dienekes works his foot free and advances to mount.
Dienekes controlling his opponent.
Dienekes prevents Chibaclov from getting the reversal.
Dienekes trying to control but Chibaclov is having none of it.
Chibaclov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov gets back to full guard.
Dienekes stopping the sweep attempt from Chibaclov.#T1#
Chibaclov is trying to keep Dienekes in close.
Dienekes 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.
Chibaclov can't keep his opponent in guard - Dienekes advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Chibaclov trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Dienekes has latched onto it... Big trouble! Dienekes pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Chibaclov is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Dienekes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Doric Dienekes! Doric Dienekes retains his middleweight title!

Event: RSE 41: Burial
Date: Jan 20, 2024

#R1#
Hayha misses with a body shot.
Dienekes drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hayha defends it well.
Nice straight punches there by Hayha. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hayha.
Hayha lunges at Dienekes with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dienekes's hand.
Hayha connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dienekes momentarily.
Dienekes ducks under a wild hook from Hayha.
Hayha paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hayha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dienekes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hayha misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dienekes.
Hayha misses with a few strikes there.
Dienekes tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hayha lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dienekes circles away quickly and effectively.
Dienekes with the counter takedown but Hayha avoids it easily.#T1#
Dienekes moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hayha misses with the combination.
Dienekes tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hayha has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Hayha misses with a straight right.
Dienekes with the counter takedown but Hayha avoids it easily.
Hayha misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Dienekes counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dienekes sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hayha defending well though. #SUB2#
Dienekes seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Hayha is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Doric Dienekes!
Doric Dienekes is the new middleweight champion!

Event: RSE 34: Victorious March
Date: Dec 27, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Dienekes gets caught flat footed, as Potatoes shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Dienekes looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Potatoes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Potatoes wants to pass the guard but Dienekes is keeping the position.
Dienekes preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Potatoes really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dienekes. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Dienekes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Potatoes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Potatoes manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Dienekes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Potatoes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Potatoes manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dienekes is trying to control the position but Potatoes postures up. #SUB#
Dienekes is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Potatoes defends well.
Dienekes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
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!
Potatoes tries to free his leg and advance position but Dienekes is retaining full guard.
Dienekes 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#
Dienekes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Potatoes with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Potatoes throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Dienekes is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Potatoes rolls with it to try and escape but Dienekes cranks on the arm and Potatoes is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Doric Dienekes!

Event: CFC 607
Date: Nov 17, 2023

#R1#
Ham looks to land a body kick but Dienekes moved away.
Dienekes drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ham defends it well.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Ham looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Dienekes counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Ham! #SUB2#
Dienekes goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ham rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dienekes's guard! Nice work there by Ham! #SUB2#
Dienekes is looking for a triangle but Ham pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Dienekes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ham gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Dienekes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ham gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dienekes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ham is one step ahead there. #T1#
Dienekes trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Dienekes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ham gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Ham got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dienekes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ham has managed to get both his arms back between Dienekes's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dienekes is looking for a triangle but Ham pushes his legs off easily.
Ham has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Dienekes keeping moving, preventing Ham from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Dienekes is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ham is aware though and is defending well.#T2##SUB2#
Dienekes looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ham has picked Dienekes up and slammed him! Dienekes can't keep hold of the triangle and Ham manages to pass to side control!
Dienekes sneaks back into half guard.
Dienekes tries to roll over but Ham keeps him under control.
Dienekes has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ham is working away from the top position though.
Dienekes 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.
Dienekes blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ham.
Dienekes is looking for a sweep. Ham is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dienekes makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dienekes.#SUB2#
Ham is sitting in close to Dienekes's body. Dienekes has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Ham is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Ham is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Dienekes.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Doric Dienekes!

Event: CFC 593
Date: Sep 29, 2023

#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Dienekes fails with the takedown
and Dienekes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanorden swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Vanorden displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dienekes.
Vanorden jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Dienekes avoids the head kick by Vanorden.
Dienekes drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vanorden defends it well.
Dienekes shoots and misses
and Vanorden counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ty Vanorden has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doric Dienekes.#T2#
Dienekes tries to score a power double leg takedown but Vanorden sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dienekes somewhat.
Dienekes tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vanorden defends well and Dienekes ends up having to push Vanorden into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Vanorden misses the target.#T3#
Dienekes shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Vanorden counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice takedown defense from Vanorden. No joy for Dienekes on that attempt.
Dienekes with a lazy takedown attempt #KD#
and Vanorden counters with a crisp right hand that drops Dienekes! Vanorden lets Dienekes back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Dienekes is rocked!#T4#
Dienekes shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Vanorden as he jumps to the side.
Vanorden looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vanorden is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Vanorden throws a body kick that misses.
Dienekes feints the counter takedown.
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!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vanorden throws out a loose jab but Dienekes uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ty Vanorden dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Dienekes shoots in for a double leg but Vanorden sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Vanorden is looking to counter with head kicks.
Dienekes tries to score a power double leg takedown but Vanorden sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dienekes somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanorden circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Dienekes drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Vanorden follows Dienekes to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ty Vanorden!
A victorious Ty Vanorden thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CFC 587
Date: Sep 08, 2023

#R1#
Flugamine fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Flugamine misses with a wild body shot.
We've been hearing reports that Flugamine has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Dienekes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Flugamine.
Dienekes feints the counter takedown.
Flugamine scores with a punch to the head.
Nice shot lands for Flugamine.
A lazy body kick from Flugamine #TD2#
and Dienekes counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Flugamine is looking to escape.
Dienekes tries to pass the half guard into mount. Flugamine knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Dienekes wants to control but Flugamine is keeping him busy.
Dienekes tries to pass the half guard into mount. Flugamine knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Flugamine avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dienekes. #T1#
Dienekes frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dienekes scoring with strikes but Flugamine is staying in there.
Flugamine taking shots to the head.
Dienekes unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Flugamine wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Dienekes celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Doric Dienekes!

Event: CFC 580
Date: Aug 19, 2023

#R1##TD#
Dienekes changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Perkins looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Dienekes trying to control the position but Perkins is working away.
Perkins is looking to regain half guard here but Dienekes keeps moving and retains side control.
Perkins avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dienekes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dienekes throws a strike aimed at the side of Perkins's head but Perkins avoids it well.
Perkins tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dienekes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Perkins is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dienekes is trying to move to mount but Perkins reverses beautifully and ends up in Dienekes's guard.
Perkins postures up in Dienekes's guard and throws a big left but Dienekes blocks it.
Perkins postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dienekes controls Perkins momentarily but Perkins frees himself. #T1#
Perkins throwing strikes but missing.
Perkins trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Dienekes manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Dienekes with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dienekes scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Perkins is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Perkins is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Perkins being controlled here, momentarily.
Dienekes postures up in Perkins's guard and throws a big left but Perkins blocks it. #T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Perkins 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.
Perkins looking to control.
Dienekes postures up in Perkins's guard and throws a big left but Perkins blocks it.
Perkins working a defensive guard here.
Our spies down at at Chikara MMA Gym inform us that Perkins has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Perkins being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dienekes fails with the takedown.
Perkins changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3#
Dienekes gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD2#
and Perkins counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Dienekes!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Perkins in side control, throwing shots but Dienekes defends.
Perkins landing a few strikes.
Perkins working the ground and pound.
Dienekes takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Perkins tries to advance to mount but can't.
Dienekes manages to get back to half guard.
Perkins thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Perkins prevents Dienekes from improving his position.
Perkins performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4#
Perkins wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dienekes keeps working.
Dienekes blocking the ground and pound attempt from Perkins.
Dienekes is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dienekes is trying to maintain the position but Perkins is very close to passing his half guard.
Perkins is trying to control. Dienekes wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Perkins is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Perkins wants to take a breather but Dienekes is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Perkins lands strikes from half guard.
Dienekes trying to control here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Slim Perkins dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Dienekes throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Perkins's waist but Perkins gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dienekes off to one side.
Dienekes fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Perkins is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dienekes fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Perkins with the counter takedown but Dienekes avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doric Dienekes. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dienekes shoots in looking for a takedown. Perkins tries to sprawl out of it but Dienekes keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Perkins manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dienekes shoots in looking for a takedown. Perkins tries to sprawl out of it but Dienekes keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Perkins manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Perkins changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Perkins swivels and escapes.
Perkins is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dienekes fails with a takedown attempt.
Dienekes tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Perkins defends well and Dienekes ends up having to push Perkins into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T1##BC2#
Perkins breaks from the clinch.
Dienekes has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Perkins counters with a shoot takedown. Dienekes fights it but they end up in guard.
Perkins is looking to work some ground and pound but Dienekes has wrist control.
Dienekes controls Perkins momentarily but Perkins frees himself.
Perkins trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Perkins slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Dienekes is looking for a sweep.
Perkins scores with a couple of short elbows.
Perkins working the body and head with strikes.
Dienekes struggling a bit here.#T2#
Dienekes is looking for a sweep.
Perkins is working Dienekes over with some ground and pound from side control.
Perkins wants to control but Dienekes is keeping him busy.
Perkins misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Dienekes is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Perkins is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dienekes wants to hold on but Perkins pushes him away.#T3#
Dienekes is in a horrible position here. Perkins smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Perkins has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Perkins quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Perkins but it's paid off an Dienekes is forced to tap! Nice work by Perkins.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Slim Perkins!
Slim Perkins is the new middleweight champion!
A very excited looking Slim Perkins made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: CFC 567
Date: Jul 01, 2023

#R1#
Bjurstrom misses with a wild combination.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bjurstrom connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dienekes uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Dienekes avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dienekes is out of range and Bjurstrom settles back down.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bjurstrom throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dienekes sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Bjurstrom is quick to defend against it.
Bjurstrom scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dienekes doesn't seem bothered though.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Bjurstrom throws a body punch but Dienekes moves out of range.
Bjurstrom fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dienekes has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bjurstrom fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dienekes on the side of the head.
Dienekes moves out of range of the strikes.
Bjurstrom looks to score with a jab to the body but Dienekes is just out of range.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut. Dienekes saw that one coming.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Bjurstrom avoids it well and moves away.
Bjurstrom waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dienekes.
A shot to the body from Bjurstrom misses #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a single leg into guard. Bjurstrom didn't expect that.
Our spies down at at Jorzi GYM inform us that Bjurstrom has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes is looking to work some ground and pound but Bjurstrom has wrist control.
Dienekes trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bjurstrom trying to control the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dienekes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bjurstrom trying to keep a closed guard but Dienekes is proving a slippery customer.
Dienekes loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Dienekes throws a big right hand that misses.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Dienekes from controlling successfully.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bjurstrom working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dienekes.
Bjurstrom working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut. Dienekes saw that one coming.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Bjurstrom avoids it well and moves away.
Bjurstrom is looking to chop away at Dienekes's legs.
Bjurstrom swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bjurstrom won't be happy with that.
Bjurstrom parries the strikes from Dienekes easily there. Dienekes is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Bjurstrom to escape.
Dienekes tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dienekes trying to control the position but Bjurstrom is working away. #T4#
Dienekes throwing shots but missing, from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bjurstrom pushes Dienekes away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Dienekes gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Dienekes tries to score with some ground and pound. Bjurstrom controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Dienekes throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Dienekes working away.
Dienekes will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dienekes scoring with punches and elbows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dienekes in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Dienekes controlling the position. #SUB#
Dienekes is trying to get an arm triangle but Bjurstrom is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Marco Bjurstrom will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bjurstrom throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bjurstrom!
Dienekes lands an elbow.
Bjurstrom is trying to get back to half guard.
Dienekes throws an elbow but Bjurstrom slips to the side and avoids it well.
Doric Dienekes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dienekes in side control, throwing shots but Bjurstrom defends.
Bjurstrom is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Dienekes is controlling him well.
Dienekes is working Bjurstrom over with some ground and pound from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom is not content to let Dienekes control the position.
Dienekes working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T1#
Dienekes scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bjurstrom to see if he's OK.
Dienekes working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Dienekes in side control lands a decent elbow.
Dienekes controls the position from side control.
Dienekes looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Bjurstrom is avoiding damage well.
Bjurstrom is not content to let Dienekes control the position.
Dienekes throws a strike aimed at the side of Bjurstrom's head but Bjurstrom avoids it well.#T2#
Bjurstrom is trying to buck Dienekes off.
The strikes coming from Dienekes are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Dienekes trying to control the action but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Dienekes creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bjurstrom sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Dienekes sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Bjurstrom is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Dienekes is trying to ground and pound but Bjurstrom uses the momentary lack of control by Dienekes to regain half guard.
Bjurstrom tries to get to full guard but Dienekes has control of the leg.
Dienekes 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.#T3#
Dienekes thows a huge punch but Bjurstrom dodges it nicely.
Dienekes not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bjurstrom preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Dienekes working Bjurstrom over with strikes.
Dienekes not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dienekes is trying to control the action in half guard but Bjurstrom is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dienekes not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dienekes thows a huge punch but Bjurstrom dodges it nicely. #T4#
Dienekes is keen to just control but Bjurstrom is a slippery customer.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Dienekes thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bjurstrom's head.
Dienekes looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bjurstrom with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dienekes drops an elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Dienekes missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dienekes slips a nice elbow through Bjurstrom's hands, connecting with Bjurstrom's forehead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dienekes not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dienekes missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dienekes seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Dienekes takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bjurstrom rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dienekes moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bjurstrom sprawls and moves away.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dienekes.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Dienekes from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dienekes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dienekes throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dienekes keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Dienekes throws a big elbow that misses.
Dienekes postures up in Bjurstrom's guard and throws a big left but Bjurstrom blocks it. #T1#
Bjurstrom wants to stand but Dienekes is controlling the position.
Dienekes with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes throws a big elbow that misses.
Dienekes throwing strikes from guard but Bjurstrom blocks nicely.
Dienekes with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dienekes scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Dienekes throws a big elbow that misses.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dienekes trying to control the position from guard on top but Bjurstrom is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bjurstrom clobbers Dienekes with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Dienekes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dienekes slips a straight right by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Bjurstrom is quick to defend against it.
Bjurstrom throws a body punch but Dienekes moves out of range.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dienekes's head backwards.
Bjurstrom throws a body shot but no joy.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Dienekes needs to keep his hands up - Bjurstrom had a free shot at his head there.
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the side of Dienekes's head but Dienekes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Dienekes blocks it.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Dienekes blocks it.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bjurstrom sprawls and moves away.
Bjurstrom lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dienekes slips a straight right by Bjurstrom.#T4#
Bjurstrom lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bjurstrom lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Doric Dienekes is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Dienekes avoids it easily.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Bjurstrom is quick to defend against it.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Bjurstrom throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
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!#SUB#
Dienekes is working for a submission of some sort.
Dienekes winds up and cracks Bjurstrom with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom really dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Bjurstrom misses with a hook. Dienekes ducked under it nicely.
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick that knocks Dienekes off balance momentarily.
Bjurstrom scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab.
Dienekes walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dienekes gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bjurstrom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a single leg into guard. Bjurstrom didn't expect that.
Dienekes landing some decent shots from guard.
Dienekes trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom. #T1#
Dienekes passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Dienekes throws a strike aimed at the side of Bjurstrom's head but Bjurstrom avoids it well.
Check out the look on Dienekes's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Dienekes is working Bjurstrom over with some ground and pound from side control.
Bjurstrom struggling a bit here.
Dienekes postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #SUB#
Dienekes looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
Sloppy strikes there by Dienekes.
Dienekes in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Bjurstrom defending against the ground and pound.
Dienekes lands an elbow.
Dienekes 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.
Dienekes tries to advance to mount but can't.
The strikes coming from Dienekes are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T3#
Bjurstrom managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dienekes.
Bjurstrom tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dienekes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dienekes throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Bjurstrom takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Dienekes creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bjurstrom sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Dienekes is putting a hurting on Bjurstrom here, landing some big shots from side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Dienekes.
Bjurstrom managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dienekes.
Dienekes looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Bjurstrom is avoiding damage well.
Dienekes tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Dienekes lands some shots froms side control.
Dienekes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bjurstrom can do to turn this around?#T4#
Dienekes wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bjurstrom keeps working.
Dienekes moves into full mount!
Bjurstrom is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Bjurstrom regains half guard.
Dienekes thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bjurstrom blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dienekes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dienekes lands strikes from half guard.
Dienekes not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes had his way with Marco Bjurstrom in 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Bjurstrom misses with a left hand #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dienekes.
Dienekes throwing strikes but missing.
Dienekes missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dienekes is looking to work some ground and pound but Bjurstrom has wrist control.
Dienekes throwing strikes from guard but Bjurstrom blocks nicely.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes throwing strikes but missing.
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Dienekes working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dienekes working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dienekes postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bjurstrom is controlling Dienekes's posture.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Dienekes throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Bjurstrom avoids it well and moves away.
Bjurstrom swings for the body but Dienekes moves out of range.
Dienekes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Donk. Bjurstrom catches Dienekes right on the button with a cross.
Bjurstrom with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab to the head.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T3#
Dienekes loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bjurstrom is pulling down on Dienekes's head. It's preventing any offense from Dienekes, at least for the moment.
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dienekes throwing strikes from guard but Bjurstrom blocks nicely.
Dienekes lands a couple of elbows.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dienekes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dienekes is looking to work some ground and pound but Bjurstrom has wrist control.
Dienekes works over Bjurstrom with some ground and pound from guard.
Dienekes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bjurstrom working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dienekes.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Bjurstrom not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bjurstrom cracks Dienekes with a good jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bjurstrom misses with a body shot.
Bjurstrom throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dienekes sees it coming and avoids it easily.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 48:47
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 48:47
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doric Dienekes!
Doric Dienekes retains his middleweight title!

Event: CFC contenders 1 NY
Date: Jun 03, 2023

#R1##CL#
Aregood drives through and clinches with Dienekes against the cage.
Aregood has a couple of punches blocked by Dienekes.
Dienekes is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Aregood swings wildly with an uppercut but Dienekes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aregood throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Aregood. #BC2#
Dienekes breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Aregood letting Dienekes take a breather here.
Aregood tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Dienekes pulls guard. #SUB2#
Aregood is posturing up here but Dienekes has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Aregood tries to roll out but it's too tight and Aregood has to tap! Slick submission there by Dienekes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Doric Dienekes!
Doric Dienekes is the new middleweight champion!

Event: CFC 553
Date: May 13, 2023

#R1#
Dienekes shoots in but Flugamine avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Flugamine is looking for the big counter here.
Flugamine throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dienekes.
Flugamine throws a series of punches but Dienekes avoids them all with ease.
Flugamine misses with a wild body shot.
Dienekes fails with a takedown attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Flugamine. Those never looked like landing.
Flugamine throws a series of punches but Dienekes avoids them all with ease.
Flugamine swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dienekes shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Flugamine defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doric Dienekes. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Flugamine shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Flugamine showed some decent athleticism there.
Dienekes tries to roll over but Flugamine keeps him under control.
Dienekes is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Flugamine seems to be working for a kimura but Dienekes defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Dienekes is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Flugamine's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Flugamine's back!
Flugamine tries to roll but Dienekes sticks to his back.
Dienekes looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Flugamine covering up well under a series of strikes from Dienekes.
Dienekes throwing damaging strikes from the back! Flugamine could be in trouble here!
Dienekes is punishing Flugamine with strikes - can he finish him?!
Dienekes throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Dienekes is punishing Flugamine with strikes - can he finish him?!#ROC#Flugamine is rocked!
Flugamine gets cracked with a huge elbow and he's out cold! Possibly KO of the night from the back? Unusual but possible!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Doric Dienekes!

Event: CFC 546
Date: Apr 22, 2023

#R1#
Chibaclov dives in and grabs Dienekes's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dienekes pushes down on Chibaclov's head and hops out.#TD#
Dienekes shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Dienekes showed some decent athleticism there.
The fighters are battling for position here. Chibaclov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Chibaclov 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.
Dienekes is in close to Chibaclov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Chibaclov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Chibaclov is trying to keep Dienekes in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dienekes postures up in Chibaclov's guard and throws a big left but Chibaclov blocks it.
Chibaclov looking for a sweep. Not yet Chibaclov, not yet.
Dienekes keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Chibaclov's head.#T1#
Dienekes working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Chibaclov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chibaclov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Chibaclov 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.
Dienekes postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dienekes trying to control but Chibaclov is working from the bottom.
Dienekes makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Chibaclov 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.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dienekes's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dienekes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Chibaclov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Chibaclov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2##SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a triangle but Dienekes pushes his legs off easily.
Chibaclov looking to control.
Our spies down at at Alpha Brasil inform us that Chibaclov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Chibaclov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Chibaclov throwing strikes from guard but Dienekes blocks nicely.
Chibaclov stopping the sweep attempt from Dienekes.
Chibaclov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dienekes is keeping the position for now.
Dienekes is looking to sweep but instead, Chibaclov has passed into half guard.
Dienekes is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Chibaclov tries to pass to full mount but Dienekes defends it.
Chibaclov is trying to control the action in half guard but Dienekes is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Dienekes is holding on to half guard well.
Dienekes wants to improve his position but Chibaclov is controlling well. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Chibaclov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Chibaclov is pressing down on Dienekes's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dienekes is holding on for now. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dienekes is trying to get back to full guard.
Dienekes won't allow Chibaclov to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Chibaclov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dienekes sees it coming and defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Chibaclov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dienekes quickly recovers to half guard.
Dienekes tries to roll over but Chibaclov keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura here.
Dienekes wants to get back to full guard.
Dienekes keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes tries to roll over but Chibaclov keeps him under control.
Chibaclov works his way into full mount! #T1#
Chibaclov wants to take Dienekes's back but he can't do it this time.
Chibaclov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dienekes regains half guard.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dienekes has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dienekes trying to control here. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dienekes misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Chibaclov wants to take a breather but Dienekes is having none of it.
Dienekes won't allow Chibaclov to pass to mount.
Chibaclov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dienekes is not content to let Chibaclov control the position.
Dienekes gets back to full guard.
Chibaclov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dienekes has Chibaclov pulled in close to control his posture. #T3#
Chibaclov tries to free his leg and advance position but Dienekes is retaining full guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
Dienekes looking for a guillotine here but Chibaclov defends easily.
Matteo Chibaclov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Chibaclov looking to pass the guard.
Dienekes is adopting a defensive guard.
Chibaclov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dienekes swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Chibaclov tries to sprawl but Dienekes drives through with a takedown into half guard.#T4#
Chibaclov gets back to full guard.
Chibaclov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dienekes's guard. #REVB#
Chibaclov wants to control from the top but Dienekes keeps moving.
Chibaclov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dienekes swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chibaclov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dienekes's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dienekes moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dienekes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chibaclov is one step ahead there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Dienekes shoots in looking for a takedown but Chibaclov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dienekes's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Chibaclov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dienekes defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Chibaclov.
Doric Dienekes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Dienekes closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Chibaclov to the mat! Chibaclov manages to get full guard.
Chibaclov 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.#SUB2#
Dienekes has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Chibaclov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Dienekes is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Chibaclov pulls down on the head and he's put Dienekes to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Matteo Chibaclov!
Matteo Chibaclov is the new middleweight champion!
A very excited looking Matteo Chibaclov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: CFC 538
Date: Mar 25, 2023

#R1#
Dienekes takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Aregood moves to clinch but Dienekes breaks away #TD2#
and Dienekes counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Aregood! #SUB2#
Dienekes is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Aregood knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Dienekes lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Aregood down.
Aregood avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dienekes.
Aregood is working to avoid the ground and pound but Dienekes connects with a decent elbow.
Dienekes working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dienekes in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aregood is working to avoid the ground and pound but Dienekes connects with a decent elbow.
Aregood on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T1#
Aregood is not content to let Dienekes control the position.
Dienekes works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Aregood pushes Dienekes away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Dienekes gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Aregood tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Dienekes lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Dienekes lands a shot to the head.
Dienekes softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Dienekes lands punches and elbows.
Dienekes is punishing Aregood with strikes - can he finish him?!#T2#
Dienekes softening up his opponent with strikes here.
Aregood is trapped and Dienekes is scoring with shots to the head and body. #ROC2#Aregood is rocked!
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!
Dienekes punishes Aregood with strikes from the back mount.
Oh Aregood is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dienekes lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Aregood hold on?!
Dienekes scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Aregood is looking for a way out.
Dienekes drops a big shot to the side of Aregood's head! Oh, Aregood is out! He's out cold! Dienekes jumps to his feet and celebrates with his corner. In his post fight interview he thanks God. Saying that without him, he wouldn't have the power to knock his opponent senseless. Amen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Doric Dienekes!
Doric Dienekes is the new middleweight champion!

Event: CFC 532
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Dienekes shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Lett pushes Dienekes off but Dienekes dives into side control.
Dienekes looks up at the clock and then as Lett takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Dienekes smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dienekes working the head and body with strikes.
Lett takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #CUT2#It looks like David Lett has been cut.
Lett tries to improve position but can't.
Dienekes scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Lett to see if he's OK.#CUT2#David Lett's cut is getting worse.
Dienekes in side control lands a decent elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lett tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dienekes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dienekes landing strikes. #ROC2#Lett is rocked!
Lett manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dienekes's best efforts.
Lett moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dienekes landing some decent shots from guard.
Dienekes lands a couple of elbows.#CUT2#Jeez, David Lett's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Doric Dienekes!
David Lett spoke after the fight, saying 'I guess you can't win em all...I will be back!'.

Event: CFC 528
Date: Feb 18, 2023

#R1#
Standish looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Dienekes appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Standish shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
Standish shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dienekes napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Dienekes can't do much from the bottom here.
Dienekes tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Standish wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dienekes keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes is looking for a sweep.
Standish lands a few punches from side control.
Standish really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dienekes. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Dienekes looking for a sweep but Standish has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Dienekes tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dienekes is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T1#
Standish putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Dienekes is trying to escape the mount.
Standish controlling the position easily from mount.
Standish raining down shots from the mount!
Dienekes is working to get back to half guard.
Dienekes sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T2#
Dienekes tries to get to full guard but Standish has control of the leg.
Standish working over Dienekes with some ground and pound. Dienekes looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dienekes gets back to full guard.
Dienekes 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.
Dienekes 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#
Standish wants to control but Dienekes is keeping busy.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Standish can do anything to dispel that myth.
Standish blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dienekes.
Standish moves into full guard.
Dienekes working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Dienekes looking to pass the guard.
Standish controls Dienekes momentarily but Dienekes frees himself.
Dienekes with a flurry of punches that miss.
Standish is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Standish is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Standish working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dienekes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dienekes manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dienekes keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Standish's head.
Dienekes is looking to work some ground and pound but Standish has wrist control.
Standish is trying to control the position but Dienekes postures up.
Dienekes looking to sit in guard and control but Standish gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Dienekes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Standish wants to control from the top but Dienekes keeps moving.
Standish controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Standish won't allow Dienekes to sweep him here.
Standish looking to sit in guard and control but Dienekes gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Standish is looking for a triangle but Dienekes pushes his legs off easily.
Standish 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
We've been informed that Standish has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Standish works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Niles Standish 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##TD#
Standish gets caught napping as Dienekes dives in and scores a takedown. Standish manages to retain guard.
Dienekes trying to control but Standish is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Standish throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dienekes landing some decent shots from guard.
Standish utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Standish avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dienekes working some strikes from top position.
Standish tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes is pushing down on Standish's leg trying to pass to half guard. Standish is fighting to maintain full guard but Dienekes has managed to sneak the leg through.
Dienekes sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Standish defending well though.
Standish tries to get to full guard but Dienekes has control of the leg.
Dienekes looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T1#
Standish is looking for a sweep. Dienekes is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dienekes is looking to advance position but Standish won't allow it.
Dienekes missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Standish is pressing down on Dienekes's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Dienekes trying to control the position from guard on top but Standish is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dienekes stopping the sweep attempt from Standish.
Dienekes lands a couple of elbows.
Dienekes working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dienekes is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Standish looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Standish not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Standish looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dienekes content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dienekes postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Dienekes postures up and lands a big shot to Standish's brow.
Dienekes passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Dienekes looks up at the clock and then as Standish takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Dienekes smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Dienekes wants to control but Standish is keeping him busy.
Standish is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SUB#
Dienekes looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Standish takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Doric Dienekes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dienekes looks up at the clock and then as Standish takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Dienekes smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Standish tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dienekes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Dienekes is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Standish knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Dienekes fails to land a wild elbow strike. #T3#
Standish managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dienekes.
Dienekes in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Standish is looking to reverse the position.
Dienekes fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Dienekes lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Standish is looking for a sweep.
Standish managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dienekes.
Standish manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dienekes's best efforts.
Standish blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dienekes.
Dienekes not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dienekes throwing shots but Standish is blocking nicely.
Standish is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Standish works his way to full guard. Good work.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
Dienekes scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Dienekes 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.
Dienekes is looking to work some ground and pound but Standish has wrist control.
Dienekes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Standish can do to turn this around?
Dienekes throws a big elbow that misses.
Standish trying to keep a closed guard but Dienekes is proving a slippery customer.
Dienekes connects with a couple of short punches.
Dienekes wants to control from the top but Standish keeps moving.
Dienekes passes Standish's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dienekes scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Dienekes is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Standish doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dienekes.
Dienekes not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Standish looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dienekes is fending him off so far but Standish persists. Nope, Dienekes circles away and we're back to standing.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Standish. #TD2#
Standish closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dienekes to the mat! Dienekes manages to get full guard.
Standish throws a big right hand that misses.
Dienekes 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#
Dienekes scoring with strikes to the body and head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dienekes is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Standish doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dienekes.
Dienekes missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1#
Dienekes landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Dienekes is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dienekes throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dienekes missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Standish tries to roll over but Dienekes keeps him under control.
Standish has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dienekes is working away from the top position though.
Dienekes wants to control but Standish is keeping him busy.
Standish is doing well to control the position and prevent Dienekes from advancing to side control.
Dienekes not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Standish blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dienekes.
Dienekes working Standish over with strikes. #T2##SUB#
Dienekes is working for a submission of some sort.
Standish wants to control but Dienekes is keeping busy.
Dienekes is trying to control the action in half guard but Standish is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dienekes lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #CUT#It looks like Niles Standish has been cut.
Standish tries to roll over but Dienekes keeps him under control.
Dienekes is looking to take a break and control but Standish is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Standish is looking to control Dienekes's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Standish avoid being mounted?
Standish avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dienekes.
Dienekes is nestled in close to Standish, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Dienekes scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Dienekes slips a nice elbow through Standish's hands, connecting with Standish's forehead.
Dienekes looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Standish with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dienekes thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Standish's head.
Standish blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dienekes.
Dienekes lands strikes from half guard.#ROC#Standish is rocked!
Dienekes sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Standish defending well though.
Standish has hold of Dienekes's hands but Dienekes slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Standish is still in real trouble! Can Dienekes finish him?
Dienekes takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Standish keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dienekes landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Dienekes has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dienekes unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Standish wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Dienekes celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Doric Dienekes!

Event: CFC 520
Date: Jan 21, 2023

#R1#
Garibaldi Jr is looking to clinch but Dienekes is avoiding it.
Garibaldi Jr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Garibaldi Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Dienekes circles away.
Dienekes changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Garibaldi Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Garibaldi Jr misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Dienekes counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Dienekes postures up in Garibaldi Jr's guard and throws a big left but Garibaldi Jr blocks it.
Dienekes connects with a couple of short punches.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes landing some decent shots from guard.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dienekes throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dienekes trying to control but Garibaldi Jr is working from the bottom. #T1#
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Garibaldi Jr is trying to control the position but Dienekes postures up.
Dienekes cracks Garibaldi Jr with a solid left hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Garibaldi Jr keeping moving, preventing Dienekes from controlling successfully.
Garibaldi Jr preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dienekes lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Dienekes works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dienekes thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dienekes throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dienekes not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dienekes missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dienekes throws a strike but Garibaldi Jr avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Dienekes slips nicely into half guard.#T2#
Dienekes not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Garibaldi Jr is breathing heavily.
Dienekes controlling the pace.
Dienekes thows a huge punch but Garibaldi Jr dodges it nicely.
Still in half guard, Dienekes seems content to control.
Dienekes looks to land a strike but Garibaldi Jr avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Garibaldi Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
Dienekes is in close to Garibaldi Jr's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Dienekes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Dienekes lands a couple of digs.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dienekes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Garibaldi Jr utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dienekes is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Garibaldi Jr utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dienekes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dienekes working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dienekes is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Garibaldi Jr preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dienekes loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dienekes is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T4#
Dienekes content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dienekes stays in close to Garibaldi Jr's body and controls the position.
Dienekes postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dienekes postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dienekes is looking to work some ground and pound but Garibaldi Jr has wrist control.
Dienekes wants to control from the top but Garibaldi Jr keeps moving.
Dienekes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dienekes working some strikes from top position.
Dienekes won't allow Garibaldi Jr to sweep him here.
Dienekes throwing strikes but missing.
Dienekes trying to control but Garibaldi Jr is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Garibaldi Jr.
Garibaldi Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dienekes tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dienekes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Garibaldi Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dienekes paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dienekes feints the counter takedown.
Garibaldi Jr tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Dienekes counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dienekes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dienekes controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dienekes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Dienekes throws a strike but Garibaldi Jr rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Dienekes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dienekes bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Garibaldi Jr's guard. #REVB#
Dienekes pushing down on Garibaldi Jr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Doric Dienekes has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dienekes throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Garibaldi Jr trying to control from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dienekes not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Garibaldi Jr on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dienekes is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Dienekes throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Garibaldi Jr taking some punishment here, with Dienekes in his half guard.
Dienekes has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Garibaldi Jr blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dienekes.
Dienekes thows a huge punch but Garibaldi Jr dodges it nicely. #T2#
Dienekes missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dienekes lands with a punch from half guard.
Dienekes throwing shots but Garibaldi Jr is blocking nicely.
Dienekes winds up and cracks Garibaldi Jr with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Dienekes sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Garibaldi Jr defending well though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dienekes throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dienekes looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Garibaldi Jr with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ROC2#Garibaldi Jr is rocked!
Dienekes lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Garibaldi Jr quite badly. Garibaldi Jr pulls Dienekes in close trying to recover. Dienekes postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Garibaldi Jr on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Garibaldi Jr doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Doric Dienekes!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
Good shot there by Dienekes.#CL#
Dienekes has managed to clinch.
Dienekes misses with a knee strike. #TD#
Dienekes lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Dienekes works his way into full mount! #SUB#
Dienekes has hold of Flick's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Flick manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Dienekes tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dienekes manages to capitalize on a mistake by Flick to take his back!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Dienekes working for the choke. #T1#
Flick is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Dienekes. #SUB#
Dienekes has managed to slip his arm under Flick's chin. This could be all over... yep, Flick is tapping out! Submission win for Dienekes.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Doric Dienekes!

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