Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: The Island Season 14, 170 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1#
Netaniahy throws a sloppy head kick and Ribeiro moves out of range easily.
Netaniahy scores with a head kick. Ribeiro tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Netaniahy throws a sloppy head kick and Ribeiro moves out of range easily.
Ribeiro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Netaniahy.
Netaniahy connects with a high kick.
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Netaniahy tries a head kick but it misses.
Ribeiro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ribeiro throws out a powerful jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick by Netaniahy misses #CL#
and Ribeiro holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC2#
Netaniahy manages to break the clinch.
Ribeiro takes a kick to the side of the head.
Netaniahy throws a sloppy head kick
and Ribeiro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
A head kick misses from Netaniahy.
Ribeiro appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Netaniahy slips a jab from Ribeiro.
A head kick misses from Netaniahy.
A head kick misses from Netaniahy.
Ribeiro takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Ribeiro blocks a head kick by Netaniahy.
Ribeiro blocks a head kick by Netaniahy. #CL#
Ribeiro fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Netaniahy, pushing him back against the cage.
Ribeiro misses with the head strike.
Netaniahy will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ribeiro up against the cage.
Ribeiro lands a left hand that snaps the head of Netaniahy backwards. #T2#
Netaniahy avoiding damage as Ribeiro throws knees to the body.
Netaniahy swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Netaniahy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Netaniahy lands a high kick!
A big right from Ribeiro misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Netaniahy throws a sloppy head kick and Ribeiro moves out of range easily.
Ribeiro tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Netaniahy manages to circle out of the way.
Netaniahy throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Ribeiro counters by moving into the clinch.
Ribeiro missing with knees to the body. #BC2#
Netaniahy manages to break the clinch.
Netaniahy misses with a head kick.
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses.
A head kick by Netaniahy misses
and Ribeiro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses.
Ribeiro throws an overhand right that lands on Netaniahy's shoulder, as Netaniahy tries to avoid the shot.
Netaniahy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ribeiro lands a head shot.
A head kick misses from Netaniahy.
Ribeiro blocks a head kick by Netaniahy.
Ribeiro is looking to counter the offense by Netaniahy and move into the clinch.
Ribeiro takes a kick to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Netaniahy.
As Netaniahy tries to get set, Ribeiro tries to push him back and clinch up but Netaniahy manages to avoid the attempt.
Netaniahy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ribeiro seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A head kick misses from Netaniahy. #T4#
Netaniahy throws a head kick but Ribeiro moves out of range.
Netaniahy slips under a jab from Ribeiro.
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses.
Ribeiro throwing a counter right hand but Netaniahy manages to avoid it.
Netaniahy blocks a jab.
Good exchange - Ribeiro coming out on top.
Ribeiro definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Netaniahy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ribeiro avoids the head kick by Netaniahy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Netaniahy pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Netaniahy scores with a head kick.
Netaniahy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ben Netaniahy dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##KD#
Ribeiro drops Netaniahy with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Netaniahy looks back up at him and smiles so Ribeiro waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #CUT#It looks like Ben Netaniahy has been cut.
Netaniahy lands with a slapping head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ribeiro. Netaniahy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Netaniahy looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Ribeiro is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Ribeiro throws a series of punches but Netaniahy moves out of range.
Netaniahy throws a head kick but Ribeiro moves out of range.
Ribeiro half committed to a counter leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Netaniahy throws a lazy head kick
and Ribeiro counters with a huge left! Netaniahy is in big trouble! He's backing up but Ribeiro isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Netaniahy from any more damage. A dominating finish by Ribeiro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Beto Ribeiro!

Event: KIFC 96
Date: Jun 27, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Diddy shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Diddy was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Diddy trying to control the position but Netaniahy is working away.
Diddy scoring with punches and elbows.
Diddy landing strikes.
Netaniahy on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Netaniahy tries to get out of the position.
Diddy creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Netaniahy prevents Diddy from moving into mount.
Diddy controlling the position from side mount.
Diddy working the ground and pound.
Diddy moves into full mount!
Diddy lands a big elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Diddy scoring with strikes but Netaniahy is staying in there. #SUB2#
Diddy quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Diddy but it's paid off an Netaniahy is forced to tap! Nice work by Diddy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joe Diddy!
Joe Diddy thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: KIFC 86
Date: Jun 12, 2023

#R1#
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses.
Peccati with a lazy takedown attempt
and Netaniahy counters with a stiff right hand.
Netaniahy throws a sloppy head kick and Peccati moves out of range easily.
Peccati looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Peccati fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Netaniahy to the ground. Peccati is now in Netaniahy's guard.
Peccati passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Netaniahy wants to get back to his feet but Peccati drags him back down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Peccati is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Netaniahy is trying to escape and Peccati transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Netaniahy is forced to tap! Nice work there by Peccati! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marco Peccati!

Event: KIFC 75
Date: May 28, 2023

#R1#
Brusellsprouts misses with the combination.
Netaniahy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Brusellsprouts throws a head kick that misses.
Brusellsprouts tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Netaniahy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Brusellsprouts tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Netaniahy avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Netaniahy throws a counter high kick but Brusellsprouts was just alert enough to avoid it.
We've been told by Netaniahy's head coaches at Elite Boxing Club that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Brusellsprouts on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brusellsprouts throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Brusellsprouts will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Netaniahy throws a counter high kick but Brusellsprouts was just alert enough to avoid it.
Jab from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy scores with a punch to the head.
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Netaniahy throws a body punch but Brusellsprouts moves out of range.
Devin Brusellsprouts seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Netaniahy throws a hook but Brusellsprouts blocks it.
A cross from Netaniahy lands.
Brusellsprouts looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Brusellsprouts fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Netaniahy is out of range.
Netaniahy connects with a single shot there.
Brusellsprouts tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Netaniahy thinks about countering with a head kick.
Brusellsprouts throws a low kick but Netaniahy avoids it.
A counter left hand to the body from Netaniahy misses its target.
Brusellsprouts has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
A nice leg kick lands there from Netaniahy.
Brusellsprouts lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Good exchange - Netaniahy coming out on top.
Brusellsprouts motions for Netaniahy to come forward. Brusellsprouts throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Brusellsprouts pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Netaniahy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Brusellsprouts slips a jab from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy blocks a head kick by Brusellsprouts.
Brusellsprouts throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brusellsprouts throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A little feinted left hand from Netaniahy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Brusellsprouts lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Brusellsprouts throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Ben Netaniahy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Brusellsprouts pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Brusellsprouts fails with the takedown
enabling Netaniahy to counter with a crisp jab.
Netaniahy scores with a jab to the jaw.
Netaniahy fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3#
Brusellsprouts throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Netaniahy counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Brusellsprouts is rocked!
No luck for Brusellsprouts with that takedown attempt.
Brusellsprouts looks winded!
Brusellsprouts misses with a combination
and Netaniahy counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Brusellsprouts has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ben Netaniahy!

Event: KIFC 62
Date: May 06, 2023

#R1#
Netaniahy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from TheNineteenth.
Netaniahy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Netaniahy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Netaniahy throws an off balance right hand
and TheNineteenth counters with a lovely straight right hand!
TheNineteenth throws out a loose jab but Netaniahy uses good head movement to avoid it.
TheNineteenth misses with a two punch combination.
TheNineteenth walks into a straight right hand from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy slips under a jab.
Netaniahy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
TheNineteenth looks to throw the jab but Netaniahy is out of range.
Netaniahy is looking to counter punch.
TheNineteenth's coach down at Cozad The Island was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on TheNineteenth's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
TheNineteenth lands with a right hand.
RollBack TheNineteenth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNineteenth throws an off balance right hand
enabling Netaniahy to counter with a crisp jab.
The fighters circling - Netaniahy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A big right from TheNineteenth misses.
Netaniahy throws a quick counter head kick but TheNineteenth was just out of range.
TheNineteenth stalks Netaniahy and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Netaniahy's face. Netaniahy staggers backwards, shaken.#T1#
TheNineteenth rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD#
and Netaniahy counters with a crisp one two that drops TheNineteenth! Netaniahy thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves TheNineteenth to his feet! TheNineteenth is in big trouble!#ROC#TheNineteenth is rocked!
TheNineteenth changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Netaniahy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Netaniahy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
TheNineteenth swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Netaniahy.
TheNineteenth connects with a right hand. Netaniahy shakes it off.
Netaniahy moves out of range as TheNineteenth strikes.
TheNineteenth lands with a hook. Netaniahy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
TheNineteenth steps in with a hook that catches Netaniahy right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! TheNineteenth follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Netaniahy looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). RollBack TheNineteenth!
RollBack TheNineteenth tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: KIFC 48
Date: Apr 15, 2023

#R1#
Ribeiro throws a right hand that misses
and Ribeiro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ribeiro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ribeiro throws a lazy right hand but Netaniahy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ribeiro thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd cheers as Ribeiro lands an impressive looking overhand right. Netaniahy doesn't seem phased though.
Ribeiro takes a kick to the side of the head.
Ribeiro definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Netaniahy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Netaniahy moves away from the strike by Ribeiro.
Netaniahy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ribeiro.
Netaniahy throws a big counter head kick but Ribeiro avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Jab, jab by Netaniahy - just one landing.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ribeiro.
Ribeiro throws a right hand that misses
and Netaniahy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A shot to the liver by Ribeiro. Beautiful body shot.
Ribeiro stuns Netaniahy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Netaniahy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ribeiro. #T2#
Ribeiro blocks a jab.
Ribeiro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Netaniahy was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribeiro.
Donk. Ribeiro catches Netaniahy right on the button with a cross.
Beto Ribeiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ribeiro with a jab.#CUT#It looks like Ben Netaniahy has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ribeiro jabs Netaniahy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ribeiro connects with a right hand. Netaniahy shakes it off.
A big left from Ribeiro misses.
Ribeiro thuds his right hand into Netaniahy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#ROC#Netaniahy is rocked!
Netaniahy glances at the clock... BAM! Ribeiro nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Netaniahy crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Netaniahy is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Beto Ribeiro!

Event: KIFC 39
Date: Apr 01, 2023

#R1#
Jackson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Netaniahy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jackson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Netaniahy in his tracks. #TD#
Jackson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Jackson forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Jackson has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Netaniahy defend it? Jackson steps over the head and cranks it - Netaniahy is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Jackson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jon Jackson!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Jon Jackson waved his t-shirt featuring Island clothing lite's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: KIFC 25
Date: Mar 17, 2023

#R1#
Netaniahy on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ayari stuns Netaniahy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ayari is looking to clinch but Netaniahy is avoiding it. #CL2#
Ayari closes the distance and pushes Netaniahy back into the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Netaniahy prevents a body shot from Ayari.
Netaniahy blocks an uppercut.
Ayari swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Netaniahy manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Ayari darts in and clinches Netaniahy up against the cage.
Netaniahy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Ayari scores with a hook to the body.
Netaniahy wants to break the clinch but can't.
Netaniahy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Netaniahy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Ayari rushes Netaniahy and presses him up against the cage.
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!
Ayari is leaning against Netaniahy and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T1#
Ayari working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Ayari misses with a short punch on the inside.
Netaniahy's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Ayari has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Netaniahy is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Ayari has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Netaniahy is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A bit of stalling here from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy is pressed up against the cage. Ayari has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Netaniahy down to the mat. Netaniahy avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ben Netaniahy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mounir Ayari.
Ayari shoots in for a takedown but Netaniahy shows good takedown defense.
A little feinted left hand from Netaniahy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ayari fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ayari lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Netaniahy at a distance.
Netaniahy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ayari wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ayari has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
Ayari tries to clinch there but Netaniahy circles away.
A left lands for Ayari.
Netaniahy displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ayari.
A little feinted left hand from Netaniahy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ayari fails in his attempt to clinch.
Netaniahy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Netaniahy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ayari doesn't manage to clinch there - Netaniahy circles away.
It looked like Netaniahy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ayari tries to clinch
and Ayari takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ayari lands a nice shot to the body.
Ayari takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ayari fails with an attempt to clinch. #T3##CL2#
Ayari closes the distance and clinches.
Netaniahy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ayari misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ayari tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Netaniahy has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ayari is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Netaniahy gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Ayari swings wildly with an uppercut but Netaniahy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ayari blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ayari can't find room to land a body shot as Netaniahy controls the action.
Ayari digs a right hand underneath Netaniahy's ribcage. Netaniahy let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Netaniahy prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ayari tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ayari is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Netaniahy gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Ayari tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Netaniahy stalling in the clinch. #T4#
Netaniahy tries to circle away but Ayari has him pinned against the cage.
Ayari is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Netaniahy pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Netaniahy misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short uppercut from Ayari.
Netaniahy trying to control the position but instead, Ayari has worked for underhooks and has pushed Netaniahy into the cage.
Netaniahy blocks a body shot from Ayari. #BC#
Netaniahy breaks from the clinch.
Ayari tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Netaniahy counter with a right hand.
Ayari tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Netaniahy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Netaniahy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ayari.
Ayari avoids the head kick by Netaniahy.
Ayari fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Ayari clinches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mounir Ayari dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ayari scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Netaniahy doesn't seem bothered though.
A right-left combo lands from Ayari.
Netaniahy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Ayari has managed to clinch.
Netaniahy is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ayari is keeping busy.
Ayari wants a takedown.
A short uppercut from Ayari.
Netaniahy wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Ayari lands a right hand.
Ayari changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Netaniahy fights it off and pushes away nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ayari throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Netaniahy.
Netaniahy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ayari throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Netaniahy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ayari throws a body shot but no joy.
A little feinted left hand from Netaniahy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Netaniahy keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Ayari tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Netaniahy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Netaniahy throws a jab when Ayari was well out of range.
A slow jab from Netaniahy misses its intended target.
Ayari tries to counter with a clinch but Netaniahy shakes him off and moves away.
Good exchange - Ayari coming out on top.
Netaniahy looks to land a right hand but Ayari moved out of range.
Netaniahy sets himself, and Ayari steps forward looking for the clinch! Netaniahy avoids it this time.
Ayari tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Netaniahy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Netaniahy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Netaniahy has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Netaniahy there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ayari wants to clinch up but Netaniahy keeps it at a distance.
A little feinted left hand from Netaniahy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mounir Ayari seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ayari fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Netaniahy on the side of the head.
Netaniahy scores with a head kick. Ayari tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT#It looks like Mounir Ayari has been cut.#CL2#
Ayari rushes Netaniahy and presses him up against the cage.#T2#
Netaniahy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ayari's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Netaniahy.
Netaniahy misses with a punch to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Netaniahy is pushing Ayari up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Netaniahy effectively controlling the action here.
Ayari can't find room to land a body shot as Netaniahy controls the action.
Netaniahy controlling the action here for a moment.
Ayari blocks a body shot from Netaniahy.
Ayari tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Netaniahy's elbow.
Netaniahy misses with the head strike.
Ayari goes for a takedown in the clinch but Netaniahy prevents it.
Ben Netaniahy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mounir Ayari.
Ayari swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Ayari drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Netaniahy gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ayari throws a head punch that misses.
Netaniahy taking a breather.
Ayari tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Netaniahy tries a body shot but Ayari blocks it.
Netaniahy can't find room to land a body shot as Ayari controls the action.
Ayari misses with a punch on the inside.
Netaniahy misses with a punch on the inside.
Ayari scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Netaniahy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Ayari has closed the distance and engaged Netaniahy in a clinch.
Ayari throws a head punch that misses.
Netaniahy misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Nice body punch from Ayari - that landed with a thud.
Ayari has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC#
Netaniahy breaks from the clinch.
Ayari tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Netaniahy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Netaniahy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#CL2#
Ayari moves into range and clinches up with Netaniahy.
Ayari tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ayari has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Netaniahy after a bit of a struggle.
The referee is keeping an eye on Netaniahy - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mounir Ayari seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Netaniahy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ayari tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Netaniahy is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ayari is keeping busy.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ayari.
Ayari digs a right hand into Netaniahy's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Netaniahy's gas tank.
Ayari drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Netaniahy gets the underhooks and prevents it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ayari drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mounir Ayari showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mounir Ayari's cut.
That's time! Netaniahy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
No joy there for Ayari, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Netaniahy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Netaniahy slips under a jab from Ayari.
Ayari bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ayari tries to close the distance and clinch up but Netaniahy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ayari looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Netaniahy is fending him off so far but Ayari persists. Nope, Netaniahy circles away and we're back to standing.
Netaniahy throwing a counter right hand but Ayari manages to avoid it.
Ayari throws a good cross that connects.
Netaniahy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ayari.
Netaniahy seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Ayari moves into the clinch.
Ayari blocking some punches.
Ayari scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ayari misses with an elbow strike.
Ayari wants a takedown but no success here.
Ben Netaniahy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mounir Ayari.#T1#
A frustrated look appears on Netaniahy's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Netaniahy working hard to break the clinch.
Ayari is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Netaniahy gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Netaniahy.
Ayari throws a punch but it's blocked by Netaniahy.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Ayari scores with a nice hook to the head.
Netaniahy blocks an uppercut.
Netaniahy working aggressively here.
Ayari swings wildly with an uppercut but Netaniahy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Netaniahy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Netaniahy looking to slow down the pace here.
Netaniahy is trying to break the clinch but Ayari is controlling him.#T2#
Ayari misses with a punch on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Netaniahy misses with a body punch.
Ayari has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Ayari blocks a body shot from Netaniahy.
Ayari tries to work over Netaniahy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Netaniahy fails to land.
Ayari tries a body shot but Netaniahy blocks it.
Netaniahy blocks a body shot from Ayari.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ayari as Netaniahy tries to tie him up.
Netaniahy throws a head punch that misses.
Ayari stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ayari swings wildly with an uppercut but Netaniahy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ayari tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ayari gets through Netaniahy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Netaniahy presses Ayari against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3#
Netaniahy has a couple of punches blocked by Ayari.
Ayari scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nice body punch from Ayari.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Netaniahy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ayari can't get the takedown.
Ayari lands a hook that snaps the head of Netaniahy backwards.
Ayari makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ayari works on Netaniahy's body with a couple of short punches.
Ayari lands a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Ayari.
Ayari works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ayari misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Ayari.
A left hand lands to the body for Ayari.
Ayari can't get the takedown.
Netaniahy struggles to land a body shot inside as Ayari controls his hands. #T4#
Ayari is working for takedown but Netaniahy is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD2#
Ayari has picked Netaniahy up - he's going for a ride! Ayari dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ayari works his foot free and advances to mount.
Ayari sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Netaniahy knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ayari on the ground.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mounir Ayari really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mounir Ayari's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4##CL2#
Ayari closes the distance and pushes Netaniahy back into the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Ayari.
Netaniahy is trying to break the clinch but Ayari is controlling him.
Netaniahy is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Ayari has a couple of punches blocked by Netaniahy.
Netaniahy working aggressively here.
A frustrated look appears on Netaniahy's face as he tries to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Netaniahy lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ayari lands a shot to the body.
Netaniahy prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ayari cracks Netaniahy with a nice body shot.
Ayari is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Netaniahy is defending well for now.#T1#
Ayari can't get the takedown.
Ayari pushes Netaniahy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ayari blocking some punches.
Netaniahy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ayari misses with a knee strike.
Netaniahy is trying to break the clinch but Ayari is controlling him.
Ayari tries to work over Netaniahy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ayari swings wildly with an uppercut but Netaniahy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ayari using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Netaniahy has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Netaniahy blocking some punches.
Netaniahy wants to break free but Ayari has control.
Ayari lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ayari using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Netaniahy has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ayari lands a hook that snaps the head of Netaniahy backwards. #T2#
Netaniahy lands an uppercut.
Netaniahy is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Ayari misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Netaniahy manages to break the clinch.
Ayari tries to clinch up.
Ayari wants to clinch up but Netaniahy keeps it at a distance.
Ayari blocks a jab.
Mounir Ayari seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Ayari moves into the clinch.
Netaniahy prevents a body shot from Ayari.
Netaniahy trying to control the position but instead, Ayari has worked for underhooks and has pushed Netaniahy into the cage.
Netaniahy wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Netaniahy blocks a body shot from Ayari. #T3#
A hook to the body from Netaniahy.
Ayari changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Netaniahy fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ben Netaniahy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mounir Ayari.
Netaniahy lands with a hook. Ayari tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ayari slips under a jab.
Ben Netaniahy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Ayari takes the fight into the clinch.
Netaniahy misses with the head strike.
Ayari tries for a takedown but Netaniahy manages to get underhooks.
Ayari is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Netaniahy is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Netaniahy tries to throw a body punch but Ayari avoids it by throwing Netaniahy back against the cage. #T4#
Netaniahy looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A nice right hand lands inside from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy has had enough of the clinch but Ayari keeps him there for the moment.
Ayari misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ayari is looking for a takedown.
Ayari misses with some punches.
Ayari swings wildly with an uppercut but Netaniahy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ayari goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ayari tries a knee to the head but Netaniahy blocks it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Netaniahy is trying to break free.
Ayari fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ayari has Netaniahy pressed against the cage, preventing Netaniahy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Mounir Ayari will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Mounir Ayari's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5##CL2#
Ayari instigates a clinch.
Ayari blocking some punches.
Ayari tries a knee to the head but Netaniahy blocks it. #BC#
Netaniahy manages to break the clinch.
Ayari throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Netaniahy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ayari throws a right and a left that both miss.
Netaniahy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sloppy strikes from Netaniahy. Those never looked like landing.
Netaniahy lands a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ayari fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ayari shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Netaniahy defends it nicely.#T1#
No joy there for Netaniahy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Netaniahy sets himself, and Ayari steps forward looking for the clinch! Netaniahy avoids it this time.
Ayari fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Netaniahy manages to avoid it.
Netaniahy is looking to counter with head kicks.#CL2#
Ayari moves into range and clinches up with Netaniahy.
Ayari stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Netaniahy is stalling here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ayari.
Netaniahy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ayari has him pressed against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Netaniahy.
Ayari letting Netaniahy take a breather here.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Netaniahy for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Netaniahy throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Netaniahy working aggressively here.
Ayari goes for a takedown attempt but Netaniahy pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL2#
Ayari moves into the clinch.
Ayari pushes Netaniahy back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Ayari misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ayari swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ayari has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Netaniahy is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Ben Netaniahy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mounir Ayari.#BC#
Netaniahy breaks from the clinch.
Netaniahy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ayari tries to clinch up.#T3#
Ayari steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Netaniahy.#CL2#
Ayari rushes Netaniahy and presses him up against the cage.
Ayari has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Netaniahy after a bit of a struggle.
Ayari lands a left hand that snaps the head of Netaniahy backwards. #BC#
Netaniahy manages to break the clinch.
Ayari is looking to clinch.
Mounir Ayari is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Nice body punch from Ayari.
Ayari throws a body shot but no joy.
Netaniahy appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Ayari moves into range and clinches up with Netaniahy.
Netaniahy tries a body shot but Ayari blocks it.
Netaniahy working hard to break the clinch.
Netaniahy is pushing Ayari up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T4#
Netaniahy is trying to push Ayari away but Ayari has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Netaniahy can't find room to land a body shot as Ayari controls the action.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy tries to work over Ayari's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Netaniahy misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Netaniahy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ayari lands a hook to the side of the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 45:50
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 45:50
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mounir Ayari!
Mounir Ayari is the new welterweight champion!
A victorious Mounir Ayari thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: KIFC 16
Date: Feb 24, 2023

#R1#
Ribeiro misses the shot to the body.
Ribeiro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ribeiro fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ribeiro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Netaniahy was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro fails to land with a series of punches.
Netaniahy misses with a double jab.
Ribeiro closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ribeiro misses with a body punch
and Netaniahy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ribeiro throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Netaniahy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nice body punch from Ribeiro.
We've been told by Netaniahy's head coaches at Elite Boxing Club that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ribeiro misses with a body shot.
Ribeiro lands a nice looking body shot.
Netaniahy looks to land a right hand but Ribeiro moved out of range.
Netaniahy looks to land a left hand but Ribeiro moved out of range nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ribeiro misses with a body punch
and Ribeiro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Ribeiro. Netaniahy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ribeiro misses the shot to the body.
Netaniahy misses with a head kick.
Netaniahy tries to move into range but Ribeiro moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A combination from Ribeiro does no damage.
Netaniahy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Netaniahy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ribeiro.
Jab, jab by Ribeiro - just one landing.
Ribeiro misses with a body shot.
Ribeiro lands a right hook to the body.
Netaniahy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribeiro throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T2#
Netaniahy throws a head kick but Ribeiro moves out of range.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Ribeiro!
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!
Ribeiro lands with a nice body punch.
A left and a right from Ribeiro both land. Nice combination.
Ribeiro misses with a telegraphed body shot #KD#
and Netaniahy counters with a head kick that drops Ribeiro to the mat! Ribeiro scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#Ribeiro is rocked!
Netaniahy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ribeiro walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ribeiro is still on wobbly legs! Can Netaniahy finish him?
Netaniahy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ribeiro seems to have recovered his senses.
Ribeiro defending well as Netaniahy loads up on a big left hand.
Nice body punch from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro looks to score with a jab to the body but Netaniahy is just out of range.
Netaniahy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3#
Netaniahy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ribeiro sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ribeiro appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ribeiro lands a jab to Netaniahy's midsection.
Ribeiro just misses with a punch to the body.
Ribeiro misses with a straight left.
Netaniahy misses with a hook. Ribeiro ducked under it nicely.
Netaniahy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ribeiro finds it's way round the side to connect with Netaniahy's head.
Ribeiro lands a slapping body shot.
Ribeiro is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Netaniahy rather than just go for the knockout.
Ribeiro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ribeiro shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Netaniahy eats them both and turns towards Ribeiro to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Ribeiro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Netaniahy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ribeiro misses with a wild body shot.
Netaniahy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T4#
Netaniahy misses with a looping left.
Ribeiro lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ribeiro walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ribeiro gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Beto Ribeiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ribeiro punishes Netaniahy's body with a nice straight punch.
Ribeiro misses with a body shot.
Ribeiro misses with a looping right.
Ribeiro misses with a hook
and Netaniahy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Left hook, right uppercut from Ribeiro.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ribeiro throws a right and a left that Netaniahy avoids nicely.
Netaniahy avoids the body shot from Ribeiro.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Beto Ribeiro dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Ribeiro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Netaniahy throwing a counter right hand but Ribeiro manages to avoid it.
Netaniahy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ribeiro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Netaniahy manages to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Netaniahy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Netaniahy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ribeiro scores with a body shot.
Ribeiro staying out of range there.
Netaniahy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Beto Ribeiro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ribeiro misses with a wild body shot.
Ribeiro swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Netaniahy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro just misses with a punch to the body.
Ribeiro rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Netaniahy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ribeiro scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ribeiro avoids the head kick by Netaniahy. #T1#
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses
and Ribeiro makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Ribeiro scores with a jab to the body.
Netaniahy lands a glancing blow to the side of Ribeiro's head.
Ribeiro digs a good body shot into Netaniahy's ribs.
Netaniahy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Netaniahy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribeiro throws a hook but Netaniahy avoids it easily.
Ribeiro throws the left hand but Netaniahy avoids the punch easily.
Nice uppercut there from Ribeiro.
Netaniahy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribeiro.
Ribeiro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Netaniahy was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribeiro.
Netaniahy is looking to counter with head kicks.#T2#
Netaniahy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ribeiro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Netaniahy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ribeiro jabs Netaniahy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ribeiro throws a lazy right hand but Netaniahy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Netaniahy might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Ribeiro fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Netaniahy on the side of the head.
Ribeiro catches Netaniahy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ribeiro connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ribeiro cracks Netaniahy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ribeiro misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Netaniahy misses its target.
Ribeiro takes a swing at Netaniahy's ribcage but misses.
A little feinted left hand from Netaniahy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ribeiro misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Netaniahy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ribeiro misses with a shot to the body
and Netaniahy counters with a flying knee. Nice. #T3#
Ribeiro throws a body shot but no joy.
Netaniahy staying out of range there.
Netaniahy looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Ribeiro throws a hook but Netaniahy blocks it.
Ribeiro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ribeiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Netaniahy moves away.
Ribeiro lunges at Netaniahy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Netaniahy's hand.
Ribeiro misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ribeiro swings for the body but Netaniahy moves out of range.
Ribeiro pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ribeiro misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Netaniahy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ribeiro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Netaniahy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ribeiro tries to bum rush Netaniahy with a series of wild strikes but Netaniahy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Netaniahy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribeiro. #T4#
Ribeiro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Netaniahy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ribeiro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Netaniahy avoids the body shot from Ribeiro.
It looked like Netaniahy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Netaniahy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ribeiro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Netaniahy.
Ribeiro keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Netaniahy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ribeiro.
Netaniahy throws a lazy right hand but Ribeiro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Netaniahy loads up on a big right hand but Ribeiro slips the punch.
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!
Ribeiro lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Ribeiro misses with a hook to the body
enabling Netaniahy to counter with a crisp jab.
Netaniahy misses with a head kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Ribeiro misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Beto Ribeiro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
A shot to the body from Ribeiro misses
and Netaniahy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ribeiro thuds a left hand into Netaniahy's body.
Netaniahy staying out of range there.
Netaniahy thinks about countering with a head kick.
Ribeiro swings for the body but Netaniahy moves out of range.
Netaniahy thinks about countering with a body kick.
Netaniahy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ribeiro connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ribeiro throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Netaniahy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ribeiro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Netaniahy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Netaniahy throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ribeiro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A cross from Netaniahy lands.
Netaniahy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribeiro.
Netaniahy scores with a jab to the head. #T1#
Ribeiro lands a nice shot that snaps Netaniahy's head back.
Ribeiro lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Netaniahy circles away quickly and effectively.
Netaniahy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ribeiro misses with a double jab
and Netaniahy counters with a stiff right hand.
Netaniahy is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Netaniahy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Netaniahy throws a jab but it's blocked by Ribeiro.
Ribeiro throws an overhand right that lands on Netaniahy's shoulder, as Netaniahy tries to avoid the shot.
Ribeiro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
No joy there for Ribeiro, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Netaniahy throws a jab but it's blocked by Ribeiro.
Ribeiro throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Ribeiro scores with a jab to the body.
Ribeiro scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ribeiro just misses with a punch to the body.
Ribeiro takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice combination there by Ribeiro.
Netaniahy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ribeiro throws out the jab.
Netaniahy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Ribeiro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ribeiro throws a body shot but no joy.
Ribeiro throws a shot from downtown. Netaniahy moves away and avoids it.
Netaniahy takes a swing at Ribeiro's ribcage but misses.
Ribeiro comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3#
Ribeiro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Netaniahy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ribeiro misses with a body shot.
Netaniahy is looking for a counter combo.
Ribeiro misses with a wild combination.
Ribeiro cracks a nice hook into Netaniahy's ribs.
Ribeiro lands with a cross.
Ribeiro swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ribeiro misses with an uppercut
and Netaniahy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ribeiro swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Netaniahy lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Ribeiro avoids the head kick by Netaniahy. #T4#
Ribeiro throws a sloppy body shot
and Netaniahy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ribeiro misses with a body shot.
Ribeiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Netaniahy moves away.
Netaniahy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ribeiro fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Netaniahy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Netaniahy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ribeiro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Netaniahy was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro misses with a few strikes there.
A little feinted left hand from Netaniahy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Netaniahy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribeiro.
Netaniahy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ribeiro shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Netaniahy eats them both and turns towards Ribeiro to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Beto Ribeiro really dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Netaniahy misses with a few strikes there.
Ribeiro misses with a few strikes there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ribeiro. Netaniahy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ribeiro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Netaniahy avoids the body shot from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro takes a swing at Netaniahy's ribcage but misses. #KD#
Netaniahy lands a big uppercut and Ribeiro crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Ribeiro looks OK. Netaniahy waves Ribeiro back to his feet!
Netaniahy throws a right hand that Ribeiro ducks under and follows up with a left that Ribeiro also avoids with ease.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Netaniahy lands a brutal head kick. Ribeiro looks out on his feet and Netaniahy throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Ben Netaniahy!
Ben Netaniahy retains his welterweight title!

Event: KIFC 8
Date: Feb 04, 2023

#R1#
Duster misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Netaniahy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Duster shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Netaniahy pinned against the cage. Netaniahy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Duster throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Netaniahy lands a high kick!
Duster ducks under a wild hook from Netaniahy.
Duster uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Netaniahy.
Duster appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Duster shoots in but Netaniahy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A nice side step and Netaniahy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Knuckle Duster. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A slow jab from Netaniahy misses its intended target.
Duster drops down looking for a counter takedown but Netaniahy sprawls and moves away.
Netaniahy misses the shot to the body.
Duster drops down looking for a counter takedown but Netaniahy sprawls and moves away.
Duster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at PhoQus Island Training in the buildup to the fight.
Duster looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Duster shoots and misses
and Duster takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Netaniahy!
Duster shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Netaniahy scores with a counter punch that sends Duster to the canvas! Netaniahy smells blood - he's punishing Duster with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Duster has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ben Netaniahy!
Ben Netaniahy is the new welterweight champion!

Event: KIFC 3
Date: Jan 14, 2023

#R1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Netaniahy checks a leg kick.
Netaniahy unleashes a big counter combination but Diddy bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Diddy tries to clinch but Netaniahy moves away
and Netaniahy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Patrick Diddy has been cut.
Diddy definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A swing and a miss from Diddy.
Netaniahy is looking for the big counter here.
Diddy throws a leg kick that is checked
and Netaniahy counters with a straight right hand.
Netaniahy moves away from the strike by Diddy.
Netaniahy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Netaniahy blocks a jab.
Netaniahy is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Netaniahy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Netaniahy moves away from the strike by Diddy.
Netaniahy moves out of range as Diddy strikes.
Patrick Diddy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Diddy moves into range and clinches up with Netaniahy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A frustrated look appears on Netaniahy's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Diddy wants a takedown.
Netaniahy lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Netaniahy tries a body shot but Diddy blocks it.
Netaniahy wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Netaniahy stalling.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Netaniahy lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Diddy backwards.
Netaniahy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Netaniahy misses with a punch to the body.
Netaniahy can't break the clinch.
Diddy drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Netaniahy gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Diddy is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Patrick Diddy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Diddy is working for takedown but Netaniahy is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC2#
Netaniahy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
A head kick misses from Netaniahy.
Diddy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Diddy fails in his attempt to clinch.
And Netaniahy responds with a good body kick, but Diddy manages to step out the way in time.
Netaniahy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Diddy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Netaniahy looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
A leg kick checked by Netaniahy.
A low kick from Diddy misses #KD2#
and Netaniahy counters with a crisp one two that drops Diddy! Netaniahy thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Diddy to his feet! Diddy is in big trouble!#ROC2#Diddy is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Diddy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Oh Diddy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Diddy throws a leg kick
and Diddy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Netaniahy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Diddy throws a big shot that misses.
Netaniahy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL#
Diddy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Netaniahy has a couple of punches blocked by Diddy.
Diddy seems to have got his legs back now.
Netaniahy lands a shot to the body.#T3#
Netaniahy wants to break free but Diddy has control.
Netaniahy looking to slow down the pace here.
Diddy leaning his opponent against the cage.
Diddy has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Netaniahy after a bit of a struggle.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Diddy avoiding damage.
Diddy has Netaniahy pressed against the cage.
Diddy is working for takedown but Netaniahy is calmly controlling the position for now.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Netaniahy throws a punch but it's blocked by Diddy. #BC2#
Netaniahy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Netaniahy tries to keep at a distance but Diddy has taken the fight into the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Netaniahy.
Diddy stalls. #BC2#
Netaniahy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Diddy avoids the body shot from Netaniahy.
Diddy chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A clash of legs there as Netaniahy blocks the low kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Netaniahy.
Diddy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Netaniahy looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ben Netaniahy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Patrick Diddy's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##KD2#
Netaniahy lands a big head kick that sends Diddy tumbling to the mat! Netaniahy takes a step backwards and waves Diddy back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Diddy misses with an uppercut. Netaniahy saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Netaniahy! But no joy.
Diddy misses with a combination
and Netaniahy counters with a nice uppercut.
Diddy looks to clinch
and Netaniahy counters with a nice body shot.
Diddy wants to clinch
and Netaniahy counters with an outside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A combination from Diddy does no damage.
Diddy avoids the head kick by Netaniahy.
Diddy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Netaniahy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A jab from Diddy misses.
Diddy throws a right hand that misses
and Netaniahy makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Netaniahy throws a series of punches but Diddy moves out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Netaniahy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Netaniahy checks a low kick from Diddy.
Netaniahy appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Diddy misses with a leg kick
and Netaniahy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Netaniahy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Diddy misses with a hook.
Netaniahy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Diddy with a body shot.
Diddy misses with a looping left.
Netaniahy misses with a double jab.
Netaniahy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Diddy tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Netaniahy is able to avoid easily.
Netaniahy throws a big counter head kick but Diddy avoids it with no problem.
Diddy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Netaniahy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Diddy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ben Netaniahy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Diddy throws out a loose jab but Netaniahy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Diddy throws a looping overhand right but Netaniahy ducks down to avoid it.
Netaniahy swings for the body but Diddy moves out of range.
Netaniahy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Diddy throws a lazy uppercut #KD2#
and Netaniahy counters with a crisp one two that drops Diddy! Netaniahy thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Diddy to his feet! Diddy is in big trouble!
Diddy tries to land a leg kick but Netaniahy saw it coming and moves away. #T2##CL#
Diddy clinches.
Diddy has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Diddy prevents Netaniahy from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Netaniahy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Diddy is looking to score with low kicks.
A good leg kick by Netaniahy.
Netaniahy blocks a low kick nicely.
Diddy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses.
Diddy throws a low kick but Netaniahy avoids it.
Diddy wants to clinch.
Netaniahy feints a counter leg kick.
Netaniahy moves out of range as Diddy strikes.
Diddy throws a leg kick but Netaniahy sees it coming and moves out of range. #T3#
A swing and a miss from Diddy.
Netaniahy keeps the fight on the outside.
Netaniahy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Diddy throws a low kick but it's checked well by Netaniahy.
Netaniahy throws a counter combo.
A swing and a miss from Diddy.
Netaniahy swats away the attempt to clinch by Diddy.
Diddy walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Netaniahy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Netaniahy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Netaniahy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL#
Diddy gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Diddy avoiding damage. #BC2#
Netaniahy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Diddy throws a lazy uppercut
letting Netaniahy counter with a right hand. #CUT2#Patrick Diddy's cut is getting worse.
Diddy slips a jab and a cross from Netaniahy.
Diddy throws a hook to the side of Netaniahy's head but Netaniahy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Netaniahy throws a big counter head kick but Diddy avoids it with no problem.
Diddy misses with a straight left.
A little jabbing left from Netaniahy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Diddy throws an off balance right hand
and Netaniahy counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Diddy throws a leg kick that is checked
and Netaniahy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Diddy blocks a head kick by Netaniahy.
Diddy misses with a hook
and Netaniahy counters with a big right hand! Oh Diddy is in trouble here! Netaniahy follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ben Netaniahy!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 04, 2023

#R1#
Netaniahy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
An attempted straight right counter from Souza misses the target.
Souza blocks a head kick by Netaniahy.
Souza keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Netaniahy walks into a straight right hand from Souza.
A nice leg kick from Netaniahy, right into the meat of the thigh.
A head kick misses from Netaniahy.
A cross from Souza lands.
Souza looks to land a combination but Netaniahy avoids it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy throws out a leg kick but Souza moves out of range and Netaniahy only half commits.
Souza misses with a wild combination. #T1#
Souza takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Netaniahy tries a head kick but it misses.
Souza cracks a nice hook into Netaniahy's ribs.
Souza swings for the body but Netaniahy moves out of range.
Souza lands a two punch combo.
Netaniahy throws a sloppy head kick and Souza moves out of range easily.
Netaniahy lands with a right hand.
Netaniahy misses with a low kick.
Netaniahy with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Netaniahy swings for the body but Souza moves out of range. #T2#
Souza throws a right hand that Netaniahy ducks under and follows up with a left that Netaniahy also avoids with ease.
Souza throws a body punch but Netaniahy moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Souza tries to bum rush Netaniahy with a series of wild strikes but Netaniahy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Netaniahy lands a slapping body shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Souza checks a leg kick.
Souza looks to score with a jab to the body but Netaniahy is just out of range.
Souza's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Netaniahy connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Souza scrambles back to his feet.
Netaniahy lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Souza throws a right hand that Netaniahy ducks under and follows up with a left that Netaniahy also avoids with ease.
Souza misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Souza connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Souza takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Netaniahy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Netaniahy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Netaniahy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Souza.
Netaniahy tries a head kick but it misses.
Souza seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A punch lands to the side of Souza 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Souza takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Netaniahy cracks Souza with a good jab.
Netaniahy throws a wild body kick that Souza sees coming a mile off.
Souza works Netaniahy's body with a nice hook.#T4#
Netaniahy throws a low kick but Souza moves out of range easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Souza misses with a jab, cross combination.
Netaniahy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Souza circles away quickly and effectively.
Souza attempts a counter takedown but Netaniahy avoids it well and moves away.
Souza pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Netaniahy back to the cage. Souza follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Souza is looking to wear down Netaniahy with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Souza tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Netaniahy was well out of range. Poor timing from Souza.
Netaniahy throws a sloppy head kick and Souza moves out of range easily.
Souza throws a right and a left that Netaniahy avoids nicely.
A nice side step and Netaniahy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Netaniahy lands with an overhand left.
Souza blocks the body kick.
Netaniahy slips a jab and a cross from Souza.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ben Netaniahy will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Netaniahy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Netaniahy misses.
Netaniahy dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Souza. That did some damage!
Netaniahy connects with a solid leg kick.
Netaniahy throws a shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Souza misses
and Netaniahy counters with a leg kick.
Netaniahy just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice shot lands for Netaniahy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice inside leg kick there by Netaniahy. That's going to slow Souza down.
Netaniahy fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ben Netaniahy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Netaniahy misses with the combination. #T1#
Souza throws a nice looking combination but Netaniahy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Netaniahy misses with a head kick.
Souza fails to land with a series of punches.
Netaniahy jabs at Souza's body.
Netaniahy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Netaniahy with a nice cross.
Netaniahy lands a head kick. Souza smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Souza displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Souza lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Netaniahy throws a sloppy head kick and Souza moves out of range easily.
Netaniahy blocks a jab.
Netaniahy looks for the body kick but Souza saw that one coming.
Souza swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Souza fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Netaniahy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Souza moves away.
Souza is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy jabs at Souza's body.
Ben Netaniahy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Netaniahy lands with a nice body kick.
Good exchange - Netaniahy coming out on top.
Souza misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Netaniahy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T3#
Good leg kick by Netaniahy.
Some bone on bone action there as Souza checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A punch combination from Netaniahy misses.
As Netaniahy tries to get set, Souza tries to push him back and clinch up but Netaniahy manages to avoid the attempt.
Souza slips a straight right by Netaniahy.
Souza is looking for a counter combo.
Netaniahy lands a slapping body shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Souza might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Souza misses with a few strikes there.
Netaniahy throws a big counter head kick but Souza avoids it with no problem.
Souza throws the left hand but Netaniahy avoids the punch easily.
Netaniahy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Souza moves away.
Souza tries to counter by clinching up but Netaniahy breaks away and moves out of range.
Souza is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Netaniahy moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Souza staying out of range there.
Souza tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Netaniahy manages to circle out of the way.#T4#
Nice body kick there by Netaniahy.
Netaniahy throws a leg kick but Souza moved away.
As Netaniahy looks to move away, Souza throws a big counter combo but Netaniahy just gets out of the way.
A looping hook to the body misses from Netaniahy. Souza does a little dance to reset his feet.
As Netaniahy tries to get set, Souza tries to push him back and clinch up but Netaniahy manages to avoid the attempt.
Netaniahy with a nice calf kick.
Netaniahy throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wallace Souza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Netaniahy scores with a head kick. Souza tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Souza lands a nice shot to the body.
Souza throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Souza moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Souza walks into a straight right hand from Netaniahy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ben Netaniahy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Souza misses with a wild body shot.
Netaniahy goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Netaniahy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Netaniahy throws a sloppy head kick
and Souza counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Souza throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Netaniahy throws a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Netaniahy. Souza does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Souza avoids the body shot from Netaniahy.
As Netaniahy tries to get set, Souza tries to push him back and clinch up but Netaniahy manages to avoid the attempt.
Netaniahy delivers a nice body kick.
A head kick misses from Netaniahy. #T1#
Souza takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Netaniahy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Souza manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Netaniahy.
Netaniahy misses with a right hand
and Souza counters with a one-two to the body. #CUT#It looks like Ben Netaniahy has been cut.
Netaniahy connects with the punch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Souza darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Netaniahy throws a hook to the side of Souza's head but Souza sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Souza throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Netaniahy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Souza throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Netaniahy.
Netaniahy punishes Souza's body with a nice straight punch.#T2#
A nice leg kick from Netaniahy, right into the meat of the thigh.
Souza misses with the combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Souza throws a series of punches but Netaniahy moves out of range.
Netaniahy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Souza.
Netaniahy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Netaniahy avoids the body shot from Souza.
No joy there for Netaniahy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Netaniahy connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Souza doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T3#
Netaniahy looks to land a right hand but Souza moved out of range.
Souza fails to land with a series of punches.
A head kick from Netaniahy lands but Souza takes it in his stride.
Netaniahy lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Souza backs up against the cage.
Souza misses with a body punch
and Netaniahy counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Souza is lucky that one didn't land flush. #ROC2#Souza is rocked!
Netaniahy misses with a straight left.
Netaniahy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Souza changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Netaniahy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Souza chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Netaniahy can pounce on him. #T4#
Netaniahy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Souza has time to react.
Netaniahy misses with a head kick.
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!
Souza catches Netaniahy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Souza throws a nice looking combination but Netaniahy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Netaniahy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Souza.
Netaniahy with a nice calf kick.
Netaniahy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Souza swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Wallace Souza has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ben Netaniahy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Netaniahy with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ben Netaniahy!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 01, 2023

#R1#
Nice straight punches there by Rager I. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rager I.
Netaniahy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Rager I throws an overhand right that lands on Netaniahy's shoulder, as Netaniahy tries to avoid the shot.
Netaniahy misses with a kick to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Rager I as he connects with a hook.
Netaniahy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rager I.
Rager I scores with a crisp jab that stopped Netaniahy in his tracks.
Rager I takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Rager I has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Rager I lands the left hand.
Good shot there by Netaniahy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Netaniahy looks for the body kick but Rager I saw that one coming.
A shot to the liver by Netaniahy. Beautiful body shot.
Netaniahy scores with a leg kick.
Rager I throws an overhand right that lands on Netaniahy's shoulder, as Netaniahy tries to avoid the shot.
Netaniahy thinks about countering with a head kick.
Roid Rager I seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rager I moves in looking to clinch but Netaniahy pushes him off.
Netaniahy digs a good body shot into Rager I's ribs.
Rager I swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
A nice leg kick from Netaniahy, right into the meat of the thigh.
Netaniahy slips a jab from Rager I.
Rager I feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Netaniahys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Rager I 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.
Rager I is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Netaniahy lands a nice looking body shot.
Netaniahy staying out of range there.
As Rager I backs away, Netaniahy returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Netaniahy with a nice cross.
Rager I slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rager I throws a shot from downtown. Netaniahy moves away and avoids it.
Rager I looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Rager I throws the left hand but Netaniahy avoids the punch easily.
Netaniahy fires out a quick counter leg kick but Rager I just manages to avoid it.
A big right from Rager I misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A nice inside leg kick there by Netaniahy. That's going to slow Rager I down.
Netaniahy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rager I throws a lazy uppercut
and Rager I takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Netaniahy lands a jab to Rager I's midsection.#T2#
Rager I dips to his left and cracks Netaniahy with an uppercut!
Netaniahy lands a head kick! #KD#
Netaniahy lands a big head kick that sends Rager I tumbling to the mat! Netaniahy takes a step backwards and waves Rager I back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Rager I is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Roid Rager I has been cut.
Rager I is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Netaniahy throws a powerful right kick. Rager I tried to block low but the kick was high! Rager I was taken right off of his feet! Netaniahy jumps in to finish the job and the ref tackles him! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Ben Netaniahy!

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