Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: NYF 64: Tucker vs Carter II
Date: Apr 27, 2024

#R1#
Blackwater scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Blackwater connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Burns's hands.
Blackwater fails to land with a series of punches.
Blackwater scores with a push kick.
Blackwater thows a left - swing and a miss!
Blackwater misses with a two punch combination.
Blackwater throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Blackwater misses with a jab, cross combination.
Blackwater misses with a few strikes there.
Blackwater connects with a jab.
Blackwater scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Blackwater. Burns does a little dance to reset his feet.
Blackwater throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Burns counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Blackwater!
Burns tries to advance to mount but can't.
Blackwater is looking to reverse the position.
Burns working away.#T1#
Blackwater is looking for a sweep.
Blackwater is trying to control Burns's posture but Burns avoids it.
Blackwater stops Burns from passing to mount.
Burns working away.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Blackwater tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Burns wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Burns wants to lay and pray for a moment but Blackwater keeps working.
Blackwater is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Burns asserts his dominance and retains side control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Burns drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burns wants to control from the top but Blackwater keeps moving. #SUB#
Blackwater has his foot on Burns's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Burns works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Blackwater wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Blackwater working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Blackwater is looking for a triangle but Burns pushes his legs off easily.
Burns trying to control but Blackwater is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Burns got a little sloppy there for a moment and Blackwater has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Burns has managed to get both his arms back between Blackwater's legs - danger averted.
Blackwater is adopting a defensive guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Blackwater is trying to control the position but Burns postures up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
We've been told by Blackwater's head coaches at California Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Blackwater is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Blackwater ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Burns moves away.
Burns throws a body shot but no joy.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Blackwater jabs Burns to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Burns shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Blackwater as he jumps to the side.
Burns sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Blackwater digs a good body shot into Burns's ribs.
Blackwater misses with a wild combination.
Blackwater walks into a jab.
Blackwater throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater 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#
Blackwater lands a slapping body shot.
Blackwater lands with a cross.
Blackwater is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Burns can do to turn this around?
Blackwater misses with a body shot.
Blackwater swinging wildly here.
Burns tries to clinch there but Blackwater circles away.
Burns closes this distance looking for a takedown but Blackwater circles away.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Blackwater lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Blackwater throws a front kick that sends Burns stumbling back into the cage.
Lorenz Blackwater is winning the standup battle so far.
Blackwater misses with a few strikes there.
Burns shoots and misses
and Blackwater counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Burns needs to keep his hands up - Blackwater had a free shot at his head there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Burns.
Lorenz Blackwater has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Martin Burns.
Burns is breathing heavily.
Burns on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Blackwater digs a good body shot into Burns's ribs.#T1#
Blackwater stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Blackwater connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Burns momentarily. #ROC#Burns is rocked!
Blackwater lands a nice shot that snaps Burns's head back.
Burns is still on wobbly legs! Can Blackwater finish him?
Blackwater shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Burns takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Blackwater sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Burns bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lorenz Blackwater!
In his post fight interview, Lorenz Blackwater started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: NYF 61 Donal vs Vogels
Date: Apr 06, 2024

#R1#
Janowski jabs Blackwater to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Blackwater swings for the body but Janowski moves out of range.
It seemed like Janowski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice jab there from Janowski.
Janowski throws a wild body kick that Blackwater sees coming a mile off.
Janowski throws a body punch but Blackwater moves out of range.
Good shot there by Janowski.
Blackwater avoids a punch combination nicely.
Blackwater with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Janowski to score with a decent uppercut.
Janowski takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nice shot lands for Blackwater.
Janowski catches Blackwater with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Janowski staying out of range there.
Blackwater slips a jab from Janowski.
Blackwater swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Janowski misses with a body punch
and Blackwater counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Blackwater.
Blackwater staying out of range there.#T1#
Janowski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice body kick from Blackwater.
Janowski throws a hook to the side of Blackwater's head but Blackwater sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And Blackwater counters with a quick kick to the body but Janowski blocks it.
Blackwater swings widly with a right hand
and Janowski counters with a nice low kick that buckles Blackwater's knee momentarily.
Blackwater uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Janowski.
Janowski fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Blackwater is out of range.
Blackwater throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Janowski.
Janowski explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Blackwater misses with a kick to the body.
A punch combination from Janowski misses.
Blackwater lands with a hook. Janowski tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A bone on bone clash there as Blackwater blocks the leg kick.
Blackwater misses with a double jab
and Janowski counters with a low kick, right behind Blackwater 's knee.
Janowski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Janowski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Blackwater.
Janowski 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Janowski takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
Blackwater takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Janowski looks to throw the jab but Blackwater is out of range.
Janowski throws a body kick that misses.
Blackwater keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Blackwater misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Janowski.
Janowski lets loose with a powerful body kick. Blackwater will feel that in the morning.
Blackwater has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Janowski.
Janowski blocks the body kick.
Janowski misses with a wild body shot.
A combination from Blackwater does no damage.
Janowski chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Blackwater misses with an uppercut
and Janowski counters with a nice low kick that buckles Blackwater's knee momentarily.
We've been told by Blackwater's head coaches at California Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Janowski slips under a jab from Blackwater.
Janowski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Blackwater.
Blackwater missing with a left hand there. Janowski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Janowski scores with a hook.#T3#
Janowski scores with a head kick.
Janowski misses with a head kick.
Janowski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Blackwater throwing a counter right hand but Janowski manages to avoid it.
Janowski throws a low kick, looking for Blackwater's leg but Blackwater calmly moves out of range.
Blackwater misses with a straight left.
Janowski misses with a wild body shot.
Janowski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Blackwater connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Janowski scrambles back to his feet.
Blackwater ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Blackwater thinks about countering with a head kick.
Blackwater throws a body kick that misses.
Janowski misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Blackwater on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Blackwater throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
No joy there for Blackwater, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Janowski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Janowski takes a swing at Blackwater's ribcage but misses.
Janowski throws a right hand that misses
and Blackwater counters with a nice uppercut.
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!
Blackwater throws a push kick but Janowski slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
Janowski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Blackwater.
Blackwater stalks Janowski and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Janowski's face. Janowski staggers backwards, shaken.
Janowski is looking to score with low kicks.
Janowski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Janowski lands a nice looking body kick.
Janowski uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Blackwater has time to react.
Janowski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Blackwater goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Blackwater avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
As Janowski looks to move away, Blackwater throws a big counter combo but Janowski just gets out of the way.
A big right from Janowski misses.
Blackwater bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Blackwater pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Janowski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Janowski dips to his left and cracks Blackwater with an uppercut!
Blackwater throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Blackwater throws a nice head kick!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Stevie Janowski 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#
Janowski looks to score with a jab to the body but Blackwater is just out of range.
Blackwater is looking to land body kicks.
Blackwater tries to land a front kick but Janowski steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Janowski throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Janowski ducks under a wild hook from Blackwater.
Janowski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Blackwater scores with a nice strike.
Blackwater walks into a left hand.
A punch combination from Janowski misses.
Janowski works the jab nicely.
Blackwater misses with a hook
and Blackwater takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Janowski pivots, looking for a leg kick but Blackwater is out of range and Janowski settles back down.
Janowski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blackwater.
Blackwater takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Blackwater blocks the body kick.
Janowski jabs Blackwater right on the nose. Blackwater blinks but takes it well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Janowski fails to land with a series of punches.
A little feinted left hand from Blackwater on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Janowski chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Blackwater swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It seemed like Janowski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Janowski moves out of range of the strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Janowski misses.
Janowski lands a slapping body shot.
Janowski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Janowski thuds his right hand into Blackwater's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jab by Blackwater.
Janowski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Blackwater slips a jab and a cross from Janowski.
An attempted straight right counter from Blackwater misses the target.
Blackwater misses with a jab, cross combination.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Blackwater checks a leg kick.
Blackwater scores with the left hand. Janowski knows he should have avoided that one.
Blackwater thows a left - swing and a miss!
Blackwater connects with a good right hand that stumbles Janowski. Janowski circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Janowski misses with a body kick.
Blackwater throws a sloppy head kick and Janowski moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Janowski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Janowski throws an off balance right hand
and Blackwater connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Blackwater throws a right and a left that Janowski avoids nicely.
Janowski scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Janowski throws a sloppy body shot
and Blackwater counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Blackwater works the jab nicely.
Blackwater throws a lazy right hand but Janowski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Janowski takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Blackwater slips under a jab from Janowski.
Janowski has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Janowski there as he acknowledges the shot.
Stevie Janowski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Janowski with the inside leg kick.
Janowski slips a jab and a cross from Blackwater.
Janowski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Blackwaters jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Janowski is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Blackwater.
Janowski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Blackwater misses with the combination. #T3#
Janowski walks into a left hand.
Blackwater misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Janowski throws a body shot but no joy.
Blackwater takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lorenz Blackwater seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blackwater throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Janowski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Blackwater pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Blackwater avoids the body shot from Janowski.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
No joy there for Blackwater, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Janowski looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Janowski throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Blackwater moves out of range as Janowski throws a body kick.
Janowski throws a body kick that misses.
Janowski misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Blackwater thuds his shin into the meat of Janowski's side.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Janowski lands with an uppercut that bounces Blackwater off the cage and back into range.
Blackwater lands with a kick to the temple. Janowski shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Janowski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Janowski connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
No joy there for Blackwater, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Janowski throws the kick towards the body but Blackwater avoids it.
Janowski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Blackwater moves out of range as Janowski strikes.
Blackwater slips under a jab from Janowski.
Janowski jabs Blackwater to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Blackwater is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Blackwater tries to bum rush Janowski with a series of wild strikes but Janowski uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Janowski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Blackwater uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Janowski.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Stevie Janowski will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Blackwater misses with a wild combination.
Blackwater tries to land a front kick but Janowski steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Blackwater throws a nice looking combination but Janowski bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Janowski misses the jab.
Blackwater needs to keep his hands up - Janowski had a free shot at his head there.
Blackwater with a jab.
Janowski ducks under a wild hook from Blackwater.
Janowski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A jab from Janowski does it's job there.
Blackwater looks for the body kick but Janowski saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Janowski is looking to score with low kicks.
Blackwater seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Blackwater just misses with a punch to the body.
Janowski throws a leg kick
and Blackwater counters with a left and a right that stings Janowski.
Janowski throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blackwater misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1#
Blackwater lands a right hook to the body.
Janowski lands a slapping body shot.
Blackwater walks into a stiff left hand from Janowski.
Blackwater scores with a jab.
Blackwater throws a hook but Janowski avoids it easily.
Blackwater slips under a jab.
Blackwater is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Janowski.
Janowski swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Janowski lands a glancing blow to the side of Blackwater's head.
Blackwater misses with a left hand
and Blackwater takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Blackwater thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice uppercut lands for Blackwater. That snapped Janowski's head back.
Janowski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slapping body kick lands there for Blackwater.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Blackwater chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Janowski can pounce on him. #T2#
Janowski walks forward, straight into a front kick from Blackwater.
Blackwater missing with a left hand there. Janowski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Janowski with a hook.
Blackwater throws an overhand right that lands on Janowski's shoulder, as Janowski tries to avoid the shot.
Janowski connects with a solid leg kick.
Blackwater throws a combination that misses
and Janowski counters with a nice body shot.
Blackwater misses with a two punch combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Some bone on bone action there as Blackwater checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Janowski swings for the body but Blackwater moves out of range.
Blackwater misses with a looping left.
Janowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Blackwater moves away.
Janowski throws a body punch but Blackwater moves out of range.
Blackwater misses with a double jab
and Janowski counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jab by Janowski.#T3#
Janowski slips under a jab from Blackwater.
Janowski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Janowski throws a head kick that misses.
Blackwater looks for the body kick but Janowski saw that one coming.
Janowski will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Blackwater tries a head kick but it misses.
Janowski shapes to counter with a head kick.
Blackwater fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Janowski looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Blackwater moves forwards but Janowski connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Blackwater moves away from the strike by Janowski.
Janowski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Blackwater throws a left and a right that both miss
and Janowski counters with a nice body shot.
Blackwater misses with a left hand
and Janowski counters with a nice uppercut.
Janowski connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#ROC2#Blackwater is rocked!
Janowski uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Blackwater has time to react.
Oh Blackwater is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Janowski throws a quick head kick that knocks Blackwater silly! This fight is all over! What a finish! Janowski is up on the cage, taking in the applause from the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Stevie Janowski!
An out of breath and clearly excited Stevie Janowski thanked 30th Century Beer Store for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: NYF Fight Night Rio
Date: Mar 08, 2024

#R1#
Blackwater dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Walsh blocks the body kick.
The crowd cheers as Blackwater lands an impressive looking overhand right. Walsh doesn't seem phased though.
Blackwater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Walsh.
Lorenz Blackwater seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blackwater moves out of range as Walsh strikes.
Blackwater tries to bum rush Walsh with a series of wild strikes but Walsh uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Walsh misses with a lunging right hand
and Blackwater counters with a nice body shot.
Walsh misses with a straight left.
Blackwater misses with a hook. Walsh ducked under it nicely.
Walsh lands a nice shot that snaps Blackwater's head back.
Blackwater moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blackwater scores with a shot to the body.
Blackwater throws a body kick that misses.
Walsh tries to counter by closing the distance.
Blackwater cracks Walsh with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Walsh looks to land a right hand but Blackwater moved out of range.
Blackwater throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Blackwater defending well as Walsh loads up on a big left hand.
Walsh on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Blackwater looks to land a combination but Walsh avoids it well.
Walsh tries to counter by closing the distance.
Walsh waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Blackwater.
Blackwater lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Blackwater.
Blackwater scores with a crisp jab that stopped Walsh in his tracks.
Blackwater connects with a jab.
Blackwater throws a wild body kick that Walsh sees coming a mile off.
Blackwater connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Blackwater keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Walsh.
We've been told by Blackwater's head coaches at California Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Blackwater jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
Nice shot by Blackwater.
Blackwater misses with a looping left.
Walsh tries to counter by closing the distance.
Blackwater misses with a hook.
Walsh slips a jab and a cross from Blackwater.
Walsh tries to counter with a clinch but Blackwater shakes him off and moves away.
Blackwater ducks under a wild hook from Walsh.
Blackwater throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Walsh.
Blackwater jabs Walsh right on the nose. Walsh blinks but takes it well.
Blackwater is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Blackwater slips under a jab from Walsh.
Blackwater will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Walsh throws a hook but Blackwater avoids it easily.
Walsh on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A left lands for Blackwater.#T3#
Blackwater looks for the body kick but Walsh saw that one coming.
Blackwater takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Blackwater lands a head shot.
Blackwater lunges at Walsh with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Walsh's hand.
Walsh misses with a hook. Blackwater ducked under it nicely.
Blackwater ducks under a wild hook from Walsh.
Blackwater throws a looping overhand right but Walsh ducks down to avoid it.
Walsh tries to counter with a clinch but Blackwater shakes him off and moves away.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Blackwater - that will leave a mark!
Blackwater looks to throw the jab but Walsh is out of range.
Blackwater cracks Walsh with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Blackwater throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Blackwater looks to score with a jab to the body but Walsh is just out of range.#T4#
Blackwater lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Walsh circles away quickly and effectively.
Walsh pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice uppercut lands for Walsh. That snapped Blackwater's head back.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blackwater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Walsh.
Blackwater swinging wildly here.
Blackwater thows a left - swing and a miss!
Walsh avoids a punch combination nicely.
Blackwater misses with a hook. Walsh ducked under it nicely.
Walsh steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Blackwater.
Blackwater pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Blackwater throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Walsh counters by clinching up.
Walsh pushes Blackwater back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater dominated that round.
That's time! Blackwater's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Blackwater keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Walsh.
Blackwater pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Walsh lands the left hand.
Blackwater misses with an uppercut. Walsh saw that one coming.
Blackwater misses with a wild combination.
Blackwater is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Walsh can do to turn this around?
Blackwater misses with an attempted mid kick.
A big right from Blackwater misses.
Blackwater sets himself, and Walsh steps forward looking for the clinch! Blackwater avoids it this time.
Blackwater jabs Walsh to the body, keeping him at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blackwater throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Walsh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Walsh is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Walsh scores with a crisp jab that stopped Blackwater in his tracks.
Blackwater keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Blackwater throws a body punch but Walsh moves out of range.
Walsh wants to counter with a clinch but Blackwater pushes him away.#T1#
Blackwater misses with a few strikes there.
Blackwater slips under a jab from Walsh.
Some wild striking there from Blackwater.
Blackwater ducks under a wild hook from Walsh.
A punch combination from Blackwater misses.
Blackwater ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Walsh keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blackwater.
Blackwater throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Blackwater throws a lazy uppercut #CL2#
and Walsh holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Walsh misses with the head strike.
Blackwater lands a body shot.
Walsh gets underhooks to prevent Blackwater's takedown attempt. #BC2#
Walsh manages to break the clinch. #T2#
Blackwater is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Blackwater tries to land a front kick but Walsh steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Walsh tries to counter by closing the distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blackwater throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Walsh tries to counter with a clinch but Blackwater shakes him off and moves away.
Blackwater on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Walsh misses with a two punch combination.
Blackwater looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Blackwater tries to bum rush Walsh with a series of wild strikes but Walsh uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Walsh moves out of range of the body kick.
Blackwater bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Blackwater slips a jab from Walsh.
Blackwater displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Walsh throws out the jab.
As Walsh looks to move away, Blackwater throws a big counter combo but Walsh just gets out of the way.
Walsh misses with a straight right. #T3#
Blackwater connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Walsh's hands.
Blackwater misses with a kick to the body.
Walsh steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Blackwater.
Blackwater jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Blackwater lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice shot by Blackwater.
Walsh avoids a punch combination nicely.
Blackwater throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Walsh.
Blackwater sets himself, and Walsh steps forward looking for the clinch! Blackwater avoids it this time.
Walsh has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Blackwater throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Walsh getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Blackwater connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Blackwater lands a body shot. #T4#
Blackwater misses with a few strikes there.
Walsh steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Blackwater.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Walsh slips under a jab from Blackwater.
Walsh is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Blackwater throws a series of punches but Walsh avoids them all with ease.
Walsh is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Blackwater looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Walsh tries to counter with a clinch but Blackwater shakes him off and moves away.
Walsh loads up on a big right hand but Blackwater slips the punch.
Walsh throws an overhand right that lands on Blackwater's shoulder, as Blackwater tries to avoid the shot.
Blackwater fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Walsh looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Blackwater throws a nice looking combination but Walsh bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Blackwater lands a jab to the nose.
Walsh looks to land a left hand but Blackwater moved out of range nicely.
Blackwater throws out a loose jab but Walsh uses good head movement to avoid it.
Blackwater sets himself, and Walsh steps forward looking for the clinch! Blackwater avoids it this time.
A combination from Blackwater does no damage.
Walsh uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Blackwater.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Good exchange - Blackwater coming out on top.
Walsh throws a jab when Blackwater was well out of range.
Walsh on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Walsh on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Blackwater throws a right hand that Walsh ducks under and follows up with a left that Walsh also avoids with ease.
Walsh takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Blackwater misses with a double jab.
Walsh waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Blackwater.
A combination from Blackwater does no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walsh blocks the body kick.
Walsh wants to counter the offense by Blackwater and move into the clinch position.
Nice shot by Blackwater.
Walsh uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Blackwater has time to react.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blackwater throws a combination. Walsh tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T1#
Walsh throws a hook to the side of Blackwater's head but Blackwater sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Blackwater uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Blackwater keeps Walsh at a distance using the push kick.
Blackwater throws an overhand right that lands on Walsh's shoulder, as Walsh tries to avoid the shot.
Blackwater lands with a nice combination. Walsh backs away looking to recover.
Blackwater is looking to land body kicks.
Walsh is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Walsh misses with a straight right.
Blackwater lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Walsh missing with a left hand there. Blackwater was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Blackwater throws the kick towards the body but Walsh avoids it.
No joy there for Blackwater, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Blackwater ducks under a wild hook from Walsh.
Kaiden Walsh has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Blackwater will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Blackwater throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Walsh swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Walsh moves out of range of the body kick.
Blackwater throws a push kick but Walsh slaps the foot to one side.
Walsh misses with a looping left.
Walsh slips under a jab.
Walsh throws a shot from downtown. Blackwater moves away and avoids it.
Blackwater misses with an attempted mid kick.
Walsh wants to counter the offense by Blackwater and move into the clinch position.
Blackwater goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Blackwater moves out of range as Walsh strikes.
Blackwater throwing a counter right hand but Walsh manages to avoid it.#T3#
Walsh throws a jab when Blackwater was well out of range.
Walsh 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.
Walsh dodges the punch combination from Blackwater.
Blackwater throws a half hearted mid kick.
Walsh tries to counter with a clinch but Blackwater shakes him off and moves away.
Blackwater throws a series of punches but Walsh moves out of range.
Blackwater looks to land a combination. Walsh sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Walsh lands a glancing blow to the side of Blackwater's head.
Blackwater tries to land a front kick but Walsh steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Walsh wants to counter the offense by Blackwater and move into the clinch position.
Walsh drops Blackwater with a straight right hand, right on the button! Walsh follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kaiden Walsh!
A victorious Kaiden Walsh thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RSE 52: Freezing Moon
Date: Feb 21, 2024

#R1#
Manaitpasov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Manaitpasov paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Blackwater forces Manaitpasov back against the cage and clinches.
Blackwater swings wildly with an uppercut but Manaitpasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Manaitpasov goes for a takedown attempt but Blackwater pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Blackwater wants to clinch.
Manaitpasov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Blackwater has managed to clinch. #T1#
Manaitpasov wants to take the fight to the mat but Blackwater manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Manaitpasov goes for a takedown attempt but Blackwater pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazhymukan Manaitpasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Manaitpasov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Blackwater. That one must have hurt.
Manaitpasov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Manaitpasov lands with an overhand left.
Manaitpasov throws a lazy right hand but Blackwater sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Manaitpasov misses with a body shot.
Manaitpasov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Manaitpasov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Blackwater tries to clinch up but Manaitpasov circles away and keeps his distance.
Manaitpasov sizes up Blackwater with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Manaitpasov ducks right into an uppercut from Blackwater.
Blackwater throws a wild body kick that Manaitpasov sees coming a mile off.
Manaitpasov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Blackwater wants to clinch up but Manaitpasov keeps it at a distance.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch but Manaitpasov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Blackwater uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Manaitpasov.
Blackwater slips a straight right by Manaitpasov.
A telegraphed right hand from Manaitpasov misses the target. #T3#
Blackwater moves in looking to clinch but Manaitpasov pushes him off.
Blackwater uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Manaitpasov.
Blackwater is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch but Manaitpasov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Manaitpasov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Blackwater sprawls and moves away.
Manaitpasov misses with a straight left.
Blackwater doesn't manage to clinch there - Manaitpasov circles away.
Manaitpasov attempts a counter takedown but Blackwater avoids it well and moves away.
A big left from Manaitpasov misses.
Blackwater tries to clinch up.
Lorenz Blackwater seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Blackwater gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Blackwater misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Manaitpasov turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Manaitpasov manages to end up in side control.
Manaitpasov working away.#T4#
Manaitpasov trying to control the position but Blackwater is working away.
Blackwater gets back to half guard.
Manaitpasov lands with a punch from half guard.
Blackwater manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Blackwater throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Manaitpasov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Blackwater tries to clinch but Manaitpasov moves out of range.
Manaitpasov misses with a left hand
letting Blackwater counter with a right hand.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Manaitpasov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Manaitpasov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Blackwater is looking to clinch.
Manaitpasov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Manaitpasov throws the left hand but Blackwater avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Blackwater has taken the fight to the clinch.
Manaitpasov has Blackwater pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Blackwater manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Blackwater prevents a takedown attempt there.
Blackwater tries to stall but Manaitpasov uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T1#
Blackwater stalling in the clinch but Manaitpasov improves position.
Blackwater is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.
Manaitpasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Manaitpasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Manaitpasov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Blackwater ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Blackwater tries to clinch up
and Manaitpasov counters with a straight right hand.
Manaitpasov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Blackwater.#CL2#
Blackwater clinches up against the cage.
Blackwater is looking to take this one to the mat.
Manaitpasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Manaitpasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Manaitpasov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazhymukan Manaitpasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Blackwater misses with a short punch on the inside.
Blackwater throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Manaitpasov turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Manaitpasov manages to end up in side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blackwater is looking for a sweep.
Blackwater gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Manaitpasov works his way into side control.
Blackwater manages to get back to half guard.#T3#
Blackwater slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Manaitpasov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Blackwater dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Blackwater trying to control the position from guard on top but Manaitpasov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Manaitpasov is pulling down on Blackwater's head to control his posture.
Manaitpasov looking for a sweep. Not yet Manaitpasov, not yet.
Blackwater wants to control from the top but Manaitpasov keeps moving. #T4#
Blackwater looking to sit in guard and control but Manaitpasov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Manaitpasov stopping the sweep attempt from Blackwater.
Blackwater wants to improve his position but instead Manaitpasov has moved into half guard.
Blackwater tries to get to full guard but Manaitpasov has control of the leg.
Manaitpasov is nestled in close to Blackwater, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Manaitpasov passes into side control, despite Blackwater's attempt to control the position.
Blackwater wants to control but Manaitpasov postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Manaitpasov keeps the fight on the outside.
Good standup being displayed there by Manaitpasov as he connects with a hook.
Blackwater fails with an attempt to clinch.
Manaitpasov feinted with a counter takedown.
Blackwater tries to clinch but Manaitpasov is having none of it.
Manaitpasov misses with an uppercut. Blackwater saw that one coming.
Blackwater is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Manaitpasov misses its target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blackwater wants to clinch.
Manaitpasov feinted with a counter takedown.#T1#
Blackwater tries to clinch up but Manaitpasov circles away and keeps his distance.
Manaitpasov misses the shot to the body.
Manaitpasov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Blackwater now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Blackwater connects with a looping right hand.
Manaitpasov throws a hook but Blackwater blocks it.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch up but Manaitpasov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little feinted left hand from Manaitpasov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Blackwater lands a right hook to the body.
Manaitpasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Blackwater tries to avoid it but Manaitpasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Blackwater to the ground. Blackwater escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Blackwater needs to keep his hands up - Manaitpasov had a free shot at his head there.#T2#
Blackwater moves in looking to clinch but Manaitpasov pushes him off.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Blackwater wants to clinch up but Manaitpasov keeps it at a distance.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Blackwater closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Manaitpasov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blackwater gets full guard.
Blackwater 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#
Blackwater had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Manaitpasov defends it easily.#T3#
Manaitpasov tries to free his leg and advance position but Blackwater is retaining full guard.
Blackwater seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Blackwater wants to sweep but no luck.
Manaitpasov wants to control from the top but Blackwater keeps moving.
Manaitpasov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blackwater is keeping the position for now. #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.
Blackwater has Manaitpasov pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Blackwater is looking to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Blackwater looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Manaitpasov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Blackwater tries to clinch up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blackwater tries to clinch but Manaitpasov moves out of range.
Blackwater works over Manaitpasov's head and body with a nice combination.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Manaitpasov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kazhymukan Manaitpasov!

Event: RSE 42: I Am Abomination
Date: Jan 24, 2024

#R1#
Blackwater blocks a jab.
Blackwater blocks a jab.
Blackwater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from TheNineteenth.
Blackwater swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
RollBack TheNineteenth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blackwater wants to clinch.
TheNineteenth throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Blackwater.
TheNineteenth misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blackwater.
Blackwater wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Blackwater uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from TheNineteenth.
Blackwater swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
TheNineteenth swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNineteenth looks to land a left hand but Blackwater moved out of range nicely.
TheNineteenth throws a lazy right hand but Blackwater sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Blackwater closes the distance and pushes TheNineteenth back into the cage.#BC2#
TheNineteenth pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Blackwater ducks under a wild hook from TheNineteenth.
Blackwater moves in looking to clinch but TheNineteenth pushes him off.
TheNineteenth lands with a right hand.
We've been told by Blackwater's head coaches at California Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Blackwater tries to clinch there but TheNineteenth circles away.
TheNineteenth looks to throw the jab but Blackwater is out of range.
It looked like Blackwater was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
TheNineteenth looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
TheNineteenth misses with a hook.
Blackwater slips under a jab from TheNineteenth.#CL#
Blackwater instigates a clinch. #BC2#
TheNineteenth's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
TheNineteenth pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Blackwater is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Blackwater tries to clinch
and TheNineteenth counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice uppercut there from Blackwater.
TheNineteenth keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Blackwater closes the distance and clinches. #T2#
Blackwater misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Blackwater misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from TheNineteenth.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
TheNineteenth can't break the clinch.
TheNineteenth is trying to break the clinch but Blackwater is controlling him.
Blackwater has TheNineteenth pressed against the cage, preventing TheNineteenth from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
TheNineteenth blocks an uppercut.
TheNineteenth is trying to break the clinch but Blackwater has him pressed against the cage. #BC2#
TheNineteenth breaks from the clinch.
Blackwater doesn't manage to clinch there - TheNineteenth circles away.
TheNineteenth throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Blackwater pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
TheNineteenth fails to land with a series of punches.
TheNineteenth lunges at Blackwater with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Blackwater's hand. #T3#
Blackwater tries to clinch up.
TheNineteenth swats away the attempt to clinch by Blackwater.
Blackwater moves out of range as TheNineteenth strikes.
Blackwater drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by Blackwater.
Blackwater uses good head movement to avoid the hook from TheNineteenth.
Blackwater lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL#
Blackwater darts in and clinches TheNineteenth up against the cage.
Blackwater working aggressively here. #BC2#
TheNineteenth breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
TheNineteenth throws a hook but Blackwater avoids it easily.
Blackwater tries to counter by moving into the clinch but TheNineteenth manages to circle out of the way.
TheNineteenth missing with a left hand there. Blackwater was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Blackwater seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Blackwater wants to clinch.#T4#
TheNineteenth swats away the attempt to clinch by Blackwater.
TheNineteenth thows a left - swing and a miss!
A counter left hand to the body from Blackwater misses its target.
Blackwater closes the distance but TheNineteenth moves to the side
and TheNineteenth counters with a straight right hand.
A slow jab from TheNineteenth misses its intended target.
Blackwater is looking to land body kicks.
TheNineteenth lands a jab-cross combination.
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!
TheNineteenth dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Blackwater misses with the combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

RollBack TheNineteenth dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Blackwater wants to clinch up but TheNineteenth keeps it at a distance.
TheNineteenth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Blackwater takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A jab lands there for Blackwater.#CL#
Blackwater rushes TheNineteenth and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
TheNineteenth has had enough of the clinch but Blackwater keeps him there for the moment.
Blackwater gets through TheNineteenth's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Blackwater tries to throw a body punch but TheNineteenth avoids it by throwing Blackwater back against the cage.
TheNineteenth tries to break free but Blackwater pushes him back against the cage.
A short left from Blackwater.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNineteenth working hard to break the clinch.
TheNineteenth wants to break free but Blackwater has control.
TheNineteenth wants to break the clinch but can't.
TheNineteenth blocks a body shot from Blackwater.
TheNineteenth wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
TheNineteenth wants to get back to striking at distance but Blackwater won't allow it.
Blackwater swings wildly with an uppercut but TheNineteenth uses good head movement to avoid it.
Blackwater throws a punch but it's blocked by TheNineteenth.
Blackwater tries to work over TheNineteenth's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
TheNineteenth is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
TheNineteenth wants to break free but Blackwater has control.
Blackwater looking for a takedown.
TheNineteenth lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Blackwater backwards. #BC2#
TheNineteenth breaks from the clinch.
TheNineteenth throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Blackwater counters by clinching up.
Blackwater pushes TheNineteenth back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
TheNineteenth tries to break the clinch but Blackwater is controlling the position.
Lorenz Blackwater has scored more points in the clinch so far.
TheNineteenth is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
TheNineteenth looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
TheNineteenth is trying to force a seperation but Blackwater has the dominant position.#T2#
Blackwater is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Blackwater is trying to drag TheNineteenth to the mat but TheNineteenth just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lorenz Blackwater. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Blackwater. #BC2#
TheNineteenth breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch up but TheNineteenth swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It seemed like TheNineteenth was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Blackwater tries to clinch but TheNineteenth moves out of range.
TheNineteenth missing with a left hand there. Blackwater was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
TheNineteenth has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
TheNineteenth avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Blackwater looks to land a combination but TheNineteenth avoids it well.
Blackwater drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Blackwater wants to clinch up but TheNineteenth keeps it at a distance.#T3#
TheNineteenth steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Blackwater.
Blackwater tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
TheNineteenth circles away from the clinch attempt.
TheNineteenth throws a looping overhand right but Blackwater ducks down to avoid it.
Blackwater is looking to counter the offense by TheNineteenth and move into the clinch.
Blackwater scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
TheNineteenth throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Blackwater fails in his attempt to clinch.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch up but TheNineteenth swats him away and circles back towards the center.
TheNineteenth looks to throw the jab but Blackwater is out of range.
Blackwater wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
TheNineteenth looks to throw the jab but Blackwater is out of range.
Blackwater misses with a kick to the body.
TheNineteenth lands a nice shot that snaps Blackwater's head back. #CL#
Blackwater gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T4#
TheNineteenth is trying to break the clinch but Blackwater is controlling him.
Blackwater throws a punch but it's blocked by TheNineteenth. #BC2#
TheNineteenth breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Blackwater closes the distance and clinches.
Blackwater is trying to stall.
TheNineteenth is looking to break free of the clinch but Blackwater has double underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Blackwater.
TheNineteenth is trying to push Blackwater away but Blackwater has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
TheNineteenth can't break the clinch.
TheNineteenth is trying to break free.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
TheNineteenth working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
TheNineteenth breaks from the clinch.
TheNineteenth throws a hook to the side of Blackwater's head but Blackwater sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Blackwater tries to clinch up.
A little jabbing left from TheNineteenth on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Lorenz Blackwater will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
TheNineteenth looks to land a left hand but Blackwater moved out of range nicely.#CL#
Blackwater moves into the clinch successfully.
TheNineteenth blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
TheNineteenth tries to break free but Blackwater pushes him back against the cage.
Blackwater can't find room to land a body shot as TheNineteenth controls the action.
TheNineteenth prevents a body shot from Blackwater.
TheNineteenth can't break the clinch.
Blackwater keeps the fight in the clinch, despite TheNineteenth's efforts to push away.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Blackwater.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
TheNineteenth is trying to force a seperation but Blackwater has the dominant position.
TheNineteenth wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Blackwater has him pressed against the cage.
Nice body punch from Blackwater. #BC2#
TheNineteenth breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
TheNineteenth closes the distance and lands a one-two.#T1##CL#
Blackwater rushes TheNineteenth and presses him up against the cage.
Blackwater keeps control of TheNineteenth as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
TheNineteenth prevents a body shot from Blackwater.
TheNineteenth wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Blackwater throws a punch but it's blocked by TheNineteenth.
TheNineteenth is trying to break the clinch but Blackwater is controlling him.
Blackwater keeps the fight in the clinch, despite TheNineteenth's efforts to push away.
Blackwater lands a nice uppercut.
Blackwater lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of TheNineteenth backwards.
Blackwater prevents TheNineteenth from breaking the clinch.#TD#
Blackwater ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Blackwater no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
TheNineteenth wanted to stand there but Blackwater had control of the position. #SUB#
Blackwater looking for a triangle here. TheNineteenth is fighting it but it looks tight! Blackwater pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, TheNineteenth is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Lorenz Blackwater!
After the fight, Lorenz Blackwater was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: RSE 33: Blood Red Throne
Date: Dec 23, 2023

#R1#
Blackwater throws a jab when Rusev was well out of range.
A big left from Blackwater misses.
Rusev feinted with a counter takedown.
Blackwater defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rusev.
Rusev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rusev on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Rusev looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Rusev tries to score a power double leg takedown but Blackwater sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rusev somewhat.
Blackwater misses with a two punch combination.
Blackwater connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#TD#
Rusev throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Blackwater tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Rusev is in Blackwater's guard.
Rusev missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rusev postures up in Blackwater's guard and throws a big left but Blackwater blocks it.
Blackwater keeping moving, preventing Rusev from controlling successfully.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rusev prevents Blackwater from getting back to his feet.
Blackwater 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.#T1#
Rusev throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Blackwater works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Rusev lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rusev missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rusev scoring with punches to the head and body.
Rusev missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rusev looking to pass the guard.
Rusev throwing strikes from guard but Blackwater blocks nicely.
Rusev looking to pass the guard.
Rusev preventing the sweep. #T2#
Rusev keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Blackwater's head.
Blackwater utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rusev 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.
Rusev wants to pass the guard but Blackwater is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Blackwater is on top in guard. #REVB#
Rusev has a closed guard, preventing Blackwater from standing up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rusev is on top in guard. #REVR#
Blackwater is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3##SUB#
Rusev drops back, looking for a kneebar! Blackwater looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Blackwater looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Blackwater! #REVB#
You can see the frustration on Rusev's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SU2#
Blackwater stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Blackwater feints a jab promting Rusev to slip. Blackwater then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Rusev slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Blackwater looks to land a combination. Rusev sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Blackwater throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice takedown defense from Blackwater. No joy for Rusev on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alexander Rusev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rusev fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T4#
Blackwater thuds a left hand into Rusev's body.
Blackwater throws a good cross that connects.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rusev doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Blackwater counters with a left to the body.
Blackwater misses with a few strikes there.
Rusev changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Blackwater tries to avoid it but Rusev manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Blackwater to the ground. Blackwater escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Some wild striking there from Blackwater.
Rusev avoids a punch combination nicely. #TD#
Rusev bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Rusev is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Blackwater knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Blackwater is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Rusev off and has taken his back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Rusev shoots in but no luck this time.
Blackwater has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Rusev tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Alexander Rusev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Blackwater stuffs the takedown.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Blackwater, as that shot connected.
Rusev defending well as Blackwater loads up on a big left hand.
Lorenz Blackwater seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Blackwater scores with a nice head shot.
Rusev on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Blackwater bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rusev closes the distance and clinches up with Blackwater, looking for a takedown. Rusev pushes Blackwater against the cage but Blackwater circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alexander Rusev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rusev fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Rusev throws a series of punches but Blackwater avoids them all with ease.
Blackwater tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rusev was well out of range. Poor timing from Blackwater.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rusev shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Blackwater as he jumps to the side.
A cross from Blackwater lands.
Rusev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Blackwater.
Blackwater has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Blackwater rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rusev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rusev shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Blackwater as he avoids it easily.
Blackwater connects with a crisp jab.
Blackwater is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Rusev shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Blackwater pinned against the cage. Blackwater gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Blackwater has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Rusev is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Blackwater scores with the left hand. Rusev knows he should have avoided that one.
Blackwater misses with an uppercut.
Blackwater misses with a body shot.
Blackwater will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rusev shoots in looking for a takedown but Blackwater manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rusev's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rusev slips a jab and a cross from Blackwater.
Rusev dives in for a single leg takedown but Blackwater sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T2#
Rusev has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Blackwater avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Blackwater gets underhooks to prevent Rusev's takedown attempt. #BC2#
Blackwater breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Blackwater wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Blackwater lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rusev circles away quickly and effectively.
Rusev feinted with a counter takedown.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rusev fails with the takedown.
Rusev fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rusev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Blackwater.
Rusev takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Rusev on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nice defenses there by Rusev.
Rusev looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Blackwater is fending him off so far but Rusev persists. Nope, Blackwater circles away and we're back to standing.
Blackwater lands a head shot.
Blackwater lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Blackwater.
Blackwater works over Rusev's head and body with a nice combination.#ROC2#Rusev is rocked!#T3#
Rusev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Blackwater.
Oh Rusev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rusev shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Blackwater but Blackwater pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rusev seems to have got his legs back now.
Blackwater scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jab by Blackwater.
Rusev misses with a takedown attempt
and Blackwater counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Blackwater misses with a series of wild punches.
Rusev gets caught by a brutal right hook which buckles his knees! Rusev tries to backpedal with his spaghettilegs but Blackwater is headhunting and goes for the kill. A jab and a right hook connect and Rusev buckles badly as his eyes roll back. The referee steps in and saves Rusev!! Rusev is complaining but he was clearly out on his feet. Blackwater throws his mouthpiece into the crowd. Mmmm spit-tastic.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lorenz Blackwater!
Lorenz Blackwater was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: RSE 25: Impossible Brutality
Date: Nov 25, 2023

#R1#
Takahashi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Blackwater throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Takahashi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Blackwater misses with a double jab.
Takahashi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Blackwater moves away.
Takahashi moves out of range of the strikes.
Takahashi's jab looks to have found its range, popping Blackwater under the eye.
Blackwater uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Takahashi.
Takahashi thuds his shin into the meat of Blackwater's side.
Takahashi slips a jab and a cross from Blackwater.
Takahashi scores with a nice right hand.
Takahashi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Blackwater looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Blackwater cracks a nice hook into Takahashi's ribs.
Takahashi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Takahashi has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Takahashi looks to score with a jab to the body but Blackwater is just out of range.
Takahashi tries to bum rush Blackwater with a series of wild strikes but Blackwater uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Blackwater rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Takahashi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Blackwater lands with an overhand left.
Takahashi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T1#
Blackwater works the jab nicely.
Blackwater blocks a jab.
Blackwater throws a big counter combination but Takahashi scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Takahashi lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Blackwater thuds a left hand into Takahashi's body.
Takahashi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Takahashi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Takahashi throws a looping overhand right but Blackwater ducks down to avoid it.
Blackwater lands a jab to Takahashi's midsection.
Blackwater stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Takahashi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Blackwater.
Takahashi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Blackwater finds it's way round the side to connect with Takahashi's head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Takahashi tries to land a body kick
and Takahashi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Blackwater lands with a shot to the body.
Blackwater lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Blackwater lands a right hook to the body.
Blackwater tests Takahashi's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Blackwater moves out of range of the strikes.
Blackwater is looking for a counter combo.
A left lands for Blackwater.
Blackwater throws out a loose jab but Takahashi uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Takahashi forces Blackwater back against the cage and clinches.
Takahashi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Takahashi misses with a short punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Takahashi.
Takahashi struggles to land a body shot inside as Blackwater controls his hands.
Takahashi lands a nice shot to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Takahashi fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Blackwater.
Takahashi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Takahashi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Blackwater.
Takahashi throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Takahashi.
Blackwater is trying to push Takahashi away but Takahashi has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Blackwater prevents a body shot from Takahashi.
Takahashi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Blackwater or not.
Takahashi misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Takahashi fails to land.
Takahashi tries a body shot but Blackwater blocks it. #BC#
Blackwater pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Takahashi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Takahashi misses the shot to the body.
Takahashi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Takahashi misses with a low kick.
Blackwater misses with the combination.
Blackwater closes the distance and lands a one-two.#T4#
Some wild striking there from Blackwater.
Takahashi wants to counter the offense by Blackwater and move into the clinch position.
Takahashi connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Takahashi misses with a hook.
Blackwater was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Blackwater throws a right hand that Takahashi ducks under and follows up with a left that Takahashi also avoids with ease.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Blackwater's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Blackwater duly obliges.
Takahashi blocks a jab.
Takahashi tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Blackwater counter with a right hand.
Blackwater tries to bum rush Takahashi with a series of wild strikes but Takahashi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL2#
Takahashi darts in and clinches Blackwater up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Takahashi tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Blackwater just stands there and leans against the cage.
Takahashi misses with some punches.
Takahashi 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.

Lorenz Blackwater 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#
Takahashi throws a wild body kick that Blackwater sees coming a mile off.
Takahashi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Blackwater counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Blackwater looks to land a right hand but Takahashi moved out of range.
Takahashi throws the left hand but Blackwater avoids the punch easily.
Blackwater scores with a sloppy right hand. Takahashi should have avoided that one.
Blackwater throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Blackwater throws a hook but Takahashi avoids it easily.
Blackwater throws a series of strikes that have Takahashi backpedaling.
Takahashi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Blackwater.
Takahashi misses with a leg kick.
Blackwater is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Takahashi can do to turn this around?
Takahashi moves forwards but Blackwater connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A punch combination from Blackwater misses.
Takahashi tries a head kick but it misses.
Blackwater throws a lazy right hand but Takahashi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've been told by Blackwater's head coaches at California Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Blackwater fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Takahashi was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Blackwater scores with a hook.#T1#
Takahashi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Blackwater moves away.
Takahashi misses with a left hand
and Blackwater counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Takahashi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Blackwater throws a hook but Takahashi blocks it.#KD#
Blackwater drops Takahashi with a right and a left! Blackwater comes rushing in but Takahashi regains his composure and manages to keep Blackwater in guard. #ROC#Takahashi is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Blackwater stands up and waves to Takahashi to follow him.
Takahashi is still on wobbly legs! Can Blackwater finish him?
Takahashi circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Blackwater. Takahashi falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Blackwater!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lorenz Blackwater!
Lorenz Blackwater bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: RSE 20: A Fine Day To Die
Date: Nov 04, 2023

#R1#
Blackwater throws a body kick that misses.
Traynor tries to counter by clinching up but Blackwater breaks away and moves out of range.
Blackwater is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Traynor.
We've been told by Traynor's head coaches at Rough House that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Blackwater swinging wildly here.
A jab lands there for Blackwater.
Traynor with a nice cross.
Traynor changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Traynor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Blackwater moves away.
Blackwater throws a lazy right hand but Traynor sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Traynor seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Traynor misses with an uppercut.
A slow jab from Traynor misses its intended target.
A shot to the liver by Traynor. Beautiful body shot.
Traynor takes a swing at Blackwater's ribcage but misses.
Blackwater misses the shot to the body.
Blackwater throws a push kick but Traynor slaps the foot to one side.
A big right from Traynor misses.
Blackwater blocks a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Traynor throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Blackwater throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Traynor sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Blackwater throws the kick towards the body but Traynor avoids it.
Blackwater misses with a kick to the body.
Traynor just misses with a punch to the body.
Traynor throws a body shot but no joy.
Blackwater looks to land a right hand but Traynor moved out of range.
Blackwater throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Traynor.
Traynor with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A punch combination from Blackwater misses.
Traynor is looking to wear down Blackwater with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Traynor scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Traynor throws a series of punches but Blackwater moves out of range.
Blackwater fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Traynor manages to avoid it.
Traynor throws out a powerful jab.
Jab from Traynor.
Blackwater slips under a jab.
Traynor misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blackwater.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Blackwater uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Traynor.#T2#
Blackwater gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Traynor.
Blackwater tries to move into range but Traynor moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Traynor connects with a good right hand that stumbles Blackwater. Blackwater circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Blackwater throws a series of punches but Traynor avoids them all with ease.
A telegraphed right hand from Blackwater misses the target.
A left and a right from Blackwater both land. Nice combination.
Blackwater is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Traynor.
Traynor just misses with a punch to the body.
Blackwater moves out of range of the strikes.
Traynor scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Blackwater looks to land a combination but Traynor avoids it well.
Blackwater throws a hook but Traynor avoids it easily.
Traynor lands an overhand right.
A lazy left from Traynor finds it's target.
Blackwater displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Traynor throws out the jab.
No joy there for Blackwater, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Traynor throws a series of punches but Blackwater moves out of range. #T3#
Traynor steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Blackwater.
Traynor blocks a jab.
Traynor lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Traynor.
Traynor fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Traynor misses the shot to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Traynor there.
Traynor scores with a crisp jab that stopped Blackwater in his tracks. #ROC#Blackwater is rocked!
Traynor throws a right and a left that both miss.
Blackwater is still on wobbly legs! Can Traynor finish him?
Good standup being displayed there by Traynor as he connects with a hook.
Blackwater looks up at the clock. Bad move! Traynor lands a right hand from hell, dropping Blackwater. Traynor pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Charles Traynor!
A victorious Charles Traynor thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HRL21
Date: Sep 30, 2023

#R1#
Blackwater misses with a takedown
and Glover counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Blackwater throws a series of punches but Glover avoids them all with ease.
Blackwater slips under a jab.
Blackwater throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Glover ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Blackwater moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blackwater throws a series of punches but Glover moves out of range.
Glover rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Blackwater moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Blackwater feints the counter takedown.
Glover has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Monkey Magic in the buildup to the fight.
Glover lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Blackwater at a distance. #T1#
Glover throws a big shot that misses.
Glover tries to bum rush Blackwater with a series of wild strikes but Blackwater uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A looping hook to the body misses from Blackwater. Glover does a little dance to reset his feet.
Glover throwing a counter right hand but Blackwater manages to avoid it.
Glover scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Roger Glover is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Blackwater bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Blackwater is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Blackwater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Glover.
Blackwater throws a right hand that Glover ducks under and follows up with a left that Glover also avoids with ease.
Glover lands a nice hook to Blackwater's body. Blackwater takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T2#
Glover ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Glover throws a hook but Blackwater blocks it.
Blackwater keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Blackwater looks to land a combination but Glover avoids it well.
Blackwater tries to bum rush Glover with a series of wild strikes but Glover uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
An attempted straight right counter from Glover misses the target.
Blackwater goes for a double leg but Glover avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Glover continues to drive forward.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A decent looking cross lands there for Blackwater.
Blackwater lands with a hook. Glover tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T3#
Glover cracks Blackwater with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Blackwater swings widly with a right hand
and Glover counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Blackwater digs a good body shot into Glover's ribs.
Glover misses with a body shot
and Blackwater counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Glover closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Glover is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Blackwater throws a body shot but no joy.
Glover displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Blackwater.
Roger Glover has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lorenz Blackwater.#T4#
Blackwater lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Glover misses with a left hand
enabling Blackwater to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Blackwater throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
An attempted straight right counter from Glover misses the target.
Nice cross by Blackwater.
Blackwater uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Glover.
Blackwater has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Glover pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Roger Glover will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Glover misses with a hook. Blackwater ducked under it nicely.
Blackwater with a hook.
Blackwater misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Glover connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Glover cracks Blackwater with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Blackwater lands with a nice body punch.
Glover fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Blackwater looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blackwater lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Glover swings for the body but Blackwater moves out of range. #T1#
Nice defenses there by Blackwater.
Blackwater throws a right hand that misses
enabling Glover to counter with a crisp jab.
Blackwater slips a jab and a cross from Glover.
Blackwater feints the counter takedown.
Blackwater dips to his left and cracks Glover with an uppercut!
Roger Glover is winning the standup battle so far.
Blackwater takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Glover misses with a hook
and Blackwater counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Blackwater connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Glover's hands.
Glover jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Blackwater swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Glover dodges the punch combination from Blackwater.
A quick step to the side and Glover tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Blackwater takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Glover misses with a body shot.
Blackwater scores with a decent looking hook.
Glover thows a left - swing and a miss!
Blackwater scores with a nice right hand. #T3#
Glover scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Blackwater with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Glover to score with a decent uppercut.
Blackwater tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Glover defends well and Blackwater ends up having to push Glover into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Blackwater shoots in for a takedown but Glover shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Blackwater has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Blackwater misses with a right hand
and Glover counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Glover jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Blackwater jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Blackwater lands with an overhand left.#T4#
Glover misses with a body shot.
Blackwater with a poor takedown
and Glover counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Roger Glover has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lorenz Blackwater.
Blackwater needs to keep his hands up - Glover had a free shot at his head there.
Glover ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Blackwater moves away.
Glover moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blackwater blocks a jab.
Blackwater swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Glover slips a jab and a cross from Blackwater.
Blackwater lands with a good body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roger Glover dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Blackwater fails with a takedown attempt.
Glover dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Blackwater ducks under a wild hook from Glover.
The fighters circling - Glover throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Glover lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Blackwater uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Glover. #T1#
Blackwater throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Glover.
Glover connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A slow jab from Glover misses its intended target.
Blackwater let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Glover slips a jab from Blackwater.
Blackwater swings widly with a right hand
enabling Glover to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice uppercut there from Blackwater.
Blackwater defending well as Glover loads up on a big left hand.
Glover looks to land a combination but Blackwater avoids it well.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Blackwater might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Glover has got the better of the exchanges.#T2#
Blackwater shoots and misses
and Glover counters with a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Blackwater is defended easily by Glover.
Roger Glover has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lorenz Blackwater.
Glover throws a jab but it's blocked by Blackwater.
Blackwater looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Glover dodges the punch combination from Blackwater.
A little feinted left hand from Glover on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Blackwater's jab looks to have found its range, popping Glover under the eye.#T3#
Blackwater throws a series of strikes that have Glover backpedaling.
Blackwater misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Glover.
Blackwater throws a left and a right that both miss
and Glover counters with a right hand to the body.
Blackwater keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good exchange - Glover coming out on top.
Glover throws the left hand but Blackwater avoids the punch easily.
Blackwater changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T4#
Glover throws a looping overhand right but Blackwater ducks down to avoid it.
Glover throws a body shot but no joy.
Blackwater drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Glover defends it well.
Sloppy strikes from Blackwater. Those never looked like landing.
Glover swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Glover throws a right and a left that both miss.
Horrible takedown attempt by Blackwater or perhaps it was just good defense by Glover, which made it look bad.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A decent looking cross lands there for Blackwater.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roger Glover!
Our winner, Roger Glover, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: HRL15:Glover vs Jackson
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1#
Contreras fails in his attempt to clinch.
Contreras definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Blackwater circles away from the clinch attempt.
Blackwater lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL#
Contreras forces Blackwater back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Blackwater pulls guard successfully.
Blackwater pulls Contreras in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Blackwater is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Contreras postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Contreras is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Blackwater has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Contreras is looking to defend but Blackwater has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Contreras! Blackwater pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Contreras taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Lorenz Blackwater!
A less than humble Lorenz Blackwater misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: HRL10:Glover vs Ayari
Date: Aug 20, 2023

#R1#
Lewis pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Blackwater back to the cage. Lewis follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Blackwater is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lewis sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lewis throws a right and a left that Blackwater avoids nicely.
Blackwater with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lewis to score with a decent uppercut.
Lewis throws a lazy right hand but Blackwater sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lewis tries to clinch but Blackwater is having none of it.
Blackwater closes the distance and clinches up with Lewis, looking for a takedown. Blackwater pushes Lewis against the cage but Lewis circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
Lewis instigates a clinch.
Lewis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lewis can't find room to land a body shot as Blackwater controls the action.
Blackwater has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Lewis is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Blackwater's coach down at California Top Team was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Blackwater's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
William Lewis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lorenz Blackwater.
Lewis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lewis struggles to land a body shot inside as Blackwater controls his hands.
Lewis is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T1#
Blackwater is trying to break the clinch but Lewis has him pressed against the cage.
Lewis stalls.
Lewis gets through Blackwater's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lewis lands with a right to the head.
Lewis slows down the pace here.
Lewis blocks a body shot from Blackwater.
Blackwater goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lewis prevents it.
Lewis misses with the head strike. #T2#
Lewis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lewis lands with a light punch inside.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lewis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lewis has Blackwater pushed against the cage.
Lewis goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD2#
Blackwater jumps into guard, dragging Lewis to the mat.
Lewis forces his way into half guard.
Blackwater trying to control from the bottom.
Lewis tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blackwater knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Lewis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Blackwater has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3##SUB#
Blackwater is defending against the submission attempts here by Lewis. #SUB#
Lewis is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Lewis is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Blackwater looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Blackwater is looking to improve his position.
Blackwater regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Blackwater had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lewis defends it easily.
Lewis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blackwater is keeping the position for now.
Blackwater keeping moving, preventing Lewis from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Blackwater is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Lewis has his hands clasped together but Blackwater extends and breaks Lewis's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Blackwater.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Lorenz Blackwater!
Lorenz Blackwater decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: The Island Season 14, 170 lbs, Round 2
Date: Jul 03, 2023

#R1#
TheNineteenth looks to throw the jab but Blackwater is out of range.
TheNineteenth throws a right hand that misses
and TheNineteenth takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
TheNineteenth connects with a right hand. Blackwater shakes it off.
Blackwater moves away from the strike by TheNineteenth.
Blackwater misses with a wild combination.
Blackwater misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd cheers as TheNineteenth lands an impressive looking overhand right. Blackwater doesn't seem phased though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNineteenth misses with a right hand
and Blackwater counters with a nice uppercut.
TheNineteenth ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
TheNineteenth cracks a nice hook into Blackwater's ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blackwater fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
TheNineteenth is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Blackwater takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
TheNineteenth throws an off balance right hand
and Blackwater connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
TheNineteenth lands with a right hand.
TheNineteenth misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blackwater.
RollBack TheNineteenth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
TheNineteenth lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
TheNineteenth misses with a body punch
and Blackwater counters with a left and a right that stings TheNineteenth.
Blackwater fails with a takedown attempt.
TheNineteenth definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
TheNineteenth throws a right hand that misses
and Blackwater counters with a nice uppercut.
TheNineteenth throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Blackwater sees it coming and avoids it easily.
RollBack TheNineteenth is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
TheNineteenth loads up on a big right hand but Blackwater slips the punch.
It seemed like Blackwater was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Blackwater will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
TheNineteenth's jab looks to have found its range, popping Blackwater under the eye.
Blackwater fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
RollBack TheNineteenth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lorenz Blackwater.
TheNineteenth throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Blackwater to counter with a crisp jab.
Blackwater lands with an overhand left.
Blackwater fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A jab from TheNineteenth finds it's way through Blackwater's defenses.
TheNineteenth thuds a left hand into Blackwater's body.#T3##KD#
TheNineteenth drops Blackwater with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Blackwater looks back up at him and smiles so TheNineteenth waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Blackwater is rocked!
Blackwater drops his hands momentarily. TheNineteenth doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Blackwater staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Blackwater doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). RollBack TheNineteenth!
Our winner, RollBack TheNineteenth, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

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

#R1#
Blackwater clobbers Johnson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Blackwater looks to land a combination. Johnson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#KD2#
Blackwater lands a big shot that drops Johnson ! Can he finish him? #ROC2#Johnson is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Johnson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Oh Johnson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB#
Blackwater avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Blackwater throwing strikes but missing.
Blackwater postures up.
Blackwater in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Johnson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Blackwater trying to control but Johnson is working from the bottom.
Blackwater loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Johnson seems to have got his legs back now.
Blackwater stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Johnson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Johnson is trying to keep Blackwater in close.
Johnson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Johnson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Blackwater can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Johnson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Blackwater.
Blackwater wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blackwater throwing strikes from guard but Johnson blocks nicely.
Blackwater with a flurry of punches that miss.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Johnson is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Blackwater throws a series of punches but Johnson moves out of range.
Blackwater keeps the fight on the outside.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Blackwater moves into range and connects with a jab.
Blackwater lands a nice looking body shot.
Blackwater stuffs the takedown.
A right-left combo lands from Blackwater.
Blackwater cracks Johnson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Blackwater batters Johnson with a massive right followed by a huge left! Johnson is out on his feet looking like a zombie as Blackwater lands a final crushing right hand to drop Johnson to the mat with a gruesome thud! Blackwater is running around like a mad man after that fight and for good reason!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Lorenz Blackwater!
A less than humble Lorenz Blackwater misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: KIFC 92
Date: Jun 23, 2023

#R1#
Blackwater keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Blackwater jabs Brusellsprouts to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd cheers as Blackwater lands an impressive looking overhand right. Brusellsprouts doesn't seem phased though.
Blackwater throws a series of punches but Brusellsprouts moves out of range.
Brusellsprouts fails to land with a series of punches.
Blackwater scores with the left hand. Brusellsprouts knows he should have avoided that one.
Brusellsprouts pushes Blackwater away with a front kick.
Brusellsprouts throws a quick inside leg kick.
Blackwater misses with a straight right.
Blackwater throws a right and a left that both miss.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Brusellsprouts throws a head kick that Blackwater semi-blocks.
Blackwater moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Blackwater lands with a cross.
Brusellsprouts throws a head kick but Blackwater moves out of range.
Blackwater throws a jab but it's blocked by Brusellsprouts.
Blackwater looks to land a combination but Brusellsprouts avoids it well.
Blackwater misses with the combination. #T1#
Sloppy strikes from Blackwater. Those never looked like landing.
Blackwater keeps the fight on the outside.
Sloppy strikes from Blackwater. Those never looked like landing.
Brusellsprouts tries to counter by clinching up but Blackwater breaks away and moves out of range.#CL#
Brusellsprouts forces Blackwater back against the cage and clinches.
Blackwater wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Blackwater on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Blackwater breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A nice leg kick from Brusellsprouts, right into the meat of the thigh.
Brusellsprouts is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Lorenz Blackwater seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brusellsprouts blocks a jab.#CL#
Brusellsprouts gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Blackwater looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Brusellsprouts goes for a takedown in the clinch but Blackwater prevents it. #T2#
Blackwater is trying to break the clinch but Brusellsprouts is controlling him.#BC#
Brusellsprouts breaks the clinch.
Blackwater connects with a right hand. Brusellsprouts shakes it off.
Blackwater misses with a series of wild punches.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Blackwater swats away the attempt to clinch by Brusellsprouts.
Brusellsprouts throws a head kick that misses.
Blackwater scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#It looks like Devin Brusellsprouts has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blackwater works the jab nicely.
Blackwater cracks Brusellsprouts with a good jab.
Brusellsprouts throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Blackwater lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #T3#
A left lands for Blackwater.
Blackwater will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Blackwater is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Brusellsprouts had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Brusellsprouts rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Blackwater cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Blackwater avoids the head kick by Brusellsprouts.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Blackwater! But no joy.
Brusellsprouts throws a head kick but Blackwater moves out of range.
Blackwater swinging wildly here. #KD2#
Blackwater lands a left and a right that sends Brusellsprouts crashing to the canvas! Blackwater dives into mount looking to finish!#ROC2#Brusellsprouts is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brusellsprouts tries to lock up and control but Blackwater gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Brusellsprouts is squirming around, avoiding Blackwater's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Blackwater thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch! #SUB2#
Blackwater is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Brusellsprouts to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Brusellsprouts shrugs it off.
Blackwater thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Blackwater takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Blackwater working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Brusellsprouts turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Blackwater off and cradles Brusellsprouts's limp body as Blackwater celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Lorenz Blackwater!
A very excited looking Lorenz Blackwater rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: KIFC 80-
Date: Jun 09, 2023

#R1#
Blackwater misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Wylie clinches up against the cage.
Wylie is struggling to control the position.
Blackwater blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wylie misses with the head strike.
Wylie displaying some good clinch control by pressing Blackwater up against the cage.
Wylie lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Wylie - that landed with a thud.
Wylie is trying to pull guard but Blackwater has him pressed against the cage.
Wylie swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wylie keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Blackwater's efforts to push away.
Wylie scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Come on Blackwater - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Wylie tries to work over Blackwater's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wylie doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Blackwater blocking some punches.
Wylie throws a punch but it's blocked by Blackwater.
Blackwater wants to break the clinch but can't.
Wylie is stalling here. #BC#
Blackwater breaks the clinch.
Wylie misses with a jab to the body
letting Blackwater counter with a right hand.
Wylie throws a big shot that misses.
Wylie tests Blackwater's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Wylie scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Wylie ducks under a wild hook from Blackwater.
Wylie misses with a looping left.
Blackwater is looking to counter punch.
Wylie takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Blackwater misses with a hook
and Wylie counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Blackwater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wylie.
Wylie keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Blackwater throws a one two combo.
Blackwater throws a looping overhand right but Wylie ducks down to avoid it.
Blackwater lands with a hook. Wylie tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Blackwater's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Blackwater duly obliges. #T3#
Wylie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wylie smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Blackwater avoids the body shot from Wylie.
Blackwater uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wylie.
A punch lands to the side of Blackwater 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Blackwater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wylie.
Blackwater swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wylie scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Wylie has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Blackwater doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Blackwater throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Wylie counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wylie throws a shot from downtown. Blackwater moves away and avoids it.
Wylie throws a series of punches but Blackwater moves out of range.
Blackwater seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T4#
Wylie bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wylie will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Blackwater ducks under a wild hook from Wylie.
Wylie throws a right hand that misses
and Blackwater makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wylie looks to land a left hand but Blackwater moved out of range nicely.
Blackwater throws a series of punches but Wylie avoids them all with ease.
Blackwater walks into a straight right hand from Wylie.
Blackwater on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Blackwater avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Blackwater on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wylie misses with a body shot.
Wylie throws a body punch but Blackwater moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Wylie dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Wylie throws a lazy right hand but Blackwater sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Blackwater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wylie.
Blackwater ducks under a wild hook from Wylie.
Wylie throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Blackwater to counter with a crisp jab.
Wylie tries to clinch up but Blackwater circles away and keeps his distance.
Wylie looks to land a combination but Blackwater avoids it well.
Wylie avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wylie swings widly with a right hand
and Blackwater connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Blackwater jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sam Wylie seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wylie keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Wylie throws a hook but Blackwater blocks it.#T1#
Wylie slips a jab and a cross from Blackwater.
Sam Wylie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blackwater misses with a series of wild punches.
Wylie feints the counter takedown.
Wylie is looking to clinch.
It looked like Blackwater was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Wylie throws a left and a right that both miss
and Blackwater counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice shot by Wylie.
Blackwater rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Wylie counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Blackwater is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Blackwater moves away from the strike by Wylie.
Wylie is looking to clinch.
Blackwater is looking for a counter combo.
Blackwater misses with a body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Wylie there.#T2#
Wylie is looking to clinch.
Wylie misses with a left hand
and Blackwater counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Blackwater throws a right and a left that Wylie avoids nicely.
Wylie wants to clinch but Blackwater slips to the side
and Blackwater connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blackwater throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've been told by Blackwater's head coaches at A Stander’s Paradise that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Wylie looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CL2#
Wylie drives through and clinches with Blackwater against the cage.
Wylie tries a body shot but Blackwater blocks it.
Wylie misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wylie can't find room to land a body shot as Blackwater controls the action. #TD2#
Wylie pulls Blackwater into guard.
Wylie working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Wylie wants to hit a sweep here but Blackwater passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Wylie there!
Wylie wants to control but Blackwater is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blackwater wants to stand but Wylie is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Wylie tries to hold on but Blackwater postures up.#T4#
Blackwater wants to stand but Wylie is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Blackwater avoids the attempt from Wylie to control.
Wylie keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Wylie bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Wylie trying to control the position from guard on top but Blackwater is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wylie controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Wylie misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Blackwater counters with a nice uppercut.
Blackwater ducks under a wild hook from Wylie.
An attempted straight right counter from Blackwater misses the target.
Blackwater throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wylie swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Blackwater counters with a nice uppercut.
Wylie walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Wylie missing with a left hand there. Blackwater was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Wylie looks to move away, Blackwater throws a big counter combo but Wylie just gets out of the way.
Blackwater keeps the fight on the outside.
Blackwater is looking for a counter combo.
Blackwater looks to land a right hand but Wylie moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wylie is looking to clinch.
Blackwater was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wylie misses with an uppercut
and Blackwater counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Blackwater throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wylie.
Blackwater looks to land a right hand but Wylie moved out of range.#T1#
Wylie misses the shot to the body.
Blackwater was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Blackwater slips under a jab.
Blackwater on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Wylie tries to clinch but Blackwater is having none of it.
Blackwater steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wylie.
A little feinted left hand from Blackwater on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wylie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A combination from Blackwater does no damage.
Wylie jabs at Blackwater's body.
Danga de danga de dang - Blackwater scores with a four punch combination!
Wylie misses with a hook.
Blackwater is looking for a counter combo.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Sloppy strikes from Blackwater. Those never looked like landing. #CL2#
Wylie gets a clinch.
Wylie doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #TD2#
Wylie successfully pulls guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wylie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Wylie tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wylie trying to control the position.
Blackwater wants to get up but he can't break Wylie's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Wylie looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Blackwater passes into half guard. #T3#
Blackwater seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Wylie wants to control but Blackwater is keeping busy.
Wylie might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Blackwater haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Some wild striking there from Blackwater.
Wylie ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Wylie loads up on a big right hand but Blackwater slips the punch.
Wylie connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A right-left combo lands from Blackwater.
Wylie misses with a straight right.
Wylie throws a jab but it's blocked by Blackwater.
Blackwater seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Blackwater misses with a hook. Wylie ducked under it nicely.
Wylie throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wylie misses with a hook
and Wylie takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wylie misses with an uppercut. Blackwater saw that one coming.
Wylie scores with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Wylie closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lorenz Blackwater!
Lorenz Blackwater was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: KIFC 68
Date: May 19, 2023

#R1##CL#
Flex fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Blackwater, pushing him back against the cage.
Blackwater wants to break the clinch but can't.
Flex fails to pull guard.
Blackwater is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Flex is keeping busy.
Blackwater is trying to push Flex away but Flex has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Blackwater tries to circle away but Flex has him pinned against the cage.
Flex fails to pull guard.
Flex tries to pull guard but Blackwater holds him up against the cage and eventually Flex drops back down to his feet.
Flex definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thor Flex. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Flex is trying to pull guard but Blackwater turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flex tries to pull guard but Blackwater holds him up against the cage and eventually Flex drops back down to his feet.
Flex tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Blackwater can't break the clinch. #T1#
Flex tries to pull guard but Blackwater won't allow it.
Flex jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Blackwater walks away with a smile on his face. Flex gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Flex moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Blackwater breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Flex closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Flex jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Blackwater walks away with a smile on his face. Flex gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Flex wants to clinch
and Blackwater counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Flex tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Blackwater counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Flex thinking. #CL#
Flex instigates a clinch.
Blackwater's coach down at Elite Boxing Club was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Blackwater's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Flex is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Blackwater to keep the fight standing.
Flex jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Blackwater walks away with a smile on his face. Flex gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T2#
Flex looks to clinch
and Blackwater connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Flex clinches with his opponent.
Flex tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Flex jumps guard but Blackwater turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Flex jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Blackwater walks away with a smile on his face. Flex gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blackwater looks to throw the jab but Flex is out of range. #CL#
Flex gets a clinch. #BC2#
Blackwater breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Flex darts in trying to clinch
and Blackwater counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Flex tries to close the distance and clinch up but Blackwater swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Blackwater unleashes a big counter combination but Flex bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Thor Flex seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Flex tries to clinch but Blackwater moves away
and Blackwater counters with a series of strikes. Flex will be more careful next time no doubt. #CL#
Flex fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Blackwater, pushing him back against the cage.#T3#
Flex jumps guard but Blackwater stands there with Flex around his waist. Flex gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC2#
Blackwater manages to break the clinch.
Flex tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Blackwater manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Flex moves to clinch but Blackwater breaks away
and Blackwater counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Flex closes the distance but Blackwater moves to the side
and Blackwater cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Blackwater misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Flex darts in and clinches Blackwater up against the cage.
Blackwater is trying to break free.#TD#
Flex jumps guard and drags Blackwater to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Flex working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Blackwater doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Blackwater manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Blackwater must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Blackwater avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4##SUB#
Flex isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Blackwater stacks Flex on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Blackwater!
Flex is trying to control Blackwater's posture but Blackwater avoids it.
Blackwater tries to stand but Flex is controlling his head.
Blackwater in the domination position with Flex hanging on.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater dominated that round.
That's time! Flex's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Flex tries to grapple but his opponent circles
enabling Blackwater to counter with a crisp jab.
Blackwater misses with a hook. Flex ducked under it nicely.
Flex avoids a punch combination nicely.
Blackwater throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL#
and Flex counters by clinching up.
Flex tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Blackwater just stands there and leans against the cage.
Flex is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Blackwater to keep the fight standing.
Flex jumps guard but Blackwater turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thor Flex. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flex jumps guard but Blackwater stands there with Flex around his waist. Flex gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Flex tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Blackwater just stands there and leans against the cage.
Flex tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Blackwater smiles and moves away. #T1#
Blackwater loads up on a big right hand but Flex slips the punch.
Blackwater circles away from the clinch attempt
and Blackwater counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Flex closes the distance but Blackwater moves to the side
and Blackwater connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Flex closes the distance but Blackwater moves to the side
and Blackwater counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Flex has managed to clinch.
Blackwater wants to break free but Flex has control.
The referee is keeping an eye on Blackwater - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Flex tries to pull guard but Blackwater holds him up against the cage and eventually Flex drops back down to his feet. #TD#
Flex jumps into guard, dragging Blackwater to the mat. #T2##SUB#
Flex is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Blackwater is aware though and is defending well.
Blackwater wants to stand but Flex is controlling his posture from full guard.
Flex controls Blackwater momentarily but Blackwater frees himself. #SUB#
Flex is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Flex looking for subs off his back but Blackwater has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB#
Flex is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Blackwater pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Blackwater wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Flex looking for a kimura from the bottom but Blackwater passes into side control!
Blackwater wants to stand but Flex has his arm trapped.
Flex is trying to control Blackwater's posture but Blackwater avoids it.
Blackwater really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Flex. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Blackwater tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
You can see the frustration on Flex's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Flex is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Blackwater tries to stand but Flex is controlling his head.
Blackwater has control of an arm but Flex manages to advance to Blackwater's back!#SUB#
Blackwater is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Flex gets his way! #SUB#
Flex working for the choke.
Blackwater is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Flex off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
What can Blackwater do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Flex's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Flex instigates a clinch.
Blackwater has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Flex tries to pull guard but Blackwater won't allow it.
Blackwater wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Flex has him pressed against the cage.
Flex jumps guard but Blackwater turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Flex tries to pull guard but Blackwater forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thor Flex. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Flex tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Blackwater smiles and moves away.
Lorenz Blackwater seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Flex pushes Blackwater up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Blackwater escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Flex gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Flex closes the distance but Blackwater moves to the side
letting Blackwater counter with a right hand. #T1#
Flex takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Flex closes the distance looking to clinch
and Blackwater counters with a two punch combo.
Flex fails in his attempt to clinch.
Blackwater lands a nice looking body shot.
Flex takes a jab right on the kisser. #ROC2#Flex is rocked!
Blackwater circles away from the clinch attempt
letting Blackwater counter with a right hand.
Oh Flex is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Blackwater lets his hands go wild with a nice combination. Left! Right! Uppercut! Spinning backfist! Flex goes down and covers up as Blackwater starts wailing on him! The ref watches the action closely before stepping in and putting a stop to the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lorenz Blackwater!
Lorenz Blackwater decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: KIFC 49-
Date: Apr 15, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Dude fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Blackwater, pushing him back against the cage.
Blackwater stops a takedown attempt from Dude.
Blackwater blocking some punches.
Dude working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dude is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Blackwater is trying to force a seperation but Dude has the dominant position.
Blackwater has had enough of the clinch but Dude keeps him there for the moment.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Blackwater.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dude.
Dude goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dude swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dude fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dude lands a shoulder strike.
Dude drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lorenz Blackwater has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Small Dude.
A frustrated look appears on Blackwater's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dude tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Blackwater.
Dude looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dude misses with a body punch.
Blackwater gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dude.
Dude misses with the head strike.
Dude is leaning against Blackwater and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Dude throws a punch but it's blocked by Blackwater.
Blackwater blocking some punches.
Dude has Blackwater pressed against the cage, preventing Blackwater from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Dude lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dude fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Blackwater definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dude has a couple of punches blocked by Blackwater.
Dude working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dude throws a punch but it's blocked by Blackwater. #T2#
Dude has a couple of punches blocked by Blackwater.
Dude working aggressively here.
Dude throws a head punch that misses.
Dude swings wildly with an uppercut but Blackwater uses good head movement to avoid it.
A hook to the body from Dude.
Dude swings away with an uppercut that misses. #TD2#
Dude has clasped his hands together around Blackwater's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blackwater managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dude.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dude tries to score with some ground and pound. Blackwater controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dude sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Blackwater is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Dude looks up at the clock and then as Blackwater takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Dude smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Dude with the ground and pound but Blackwater regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Dude lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T3#
Dude throwing shots but Blackwater is blocking nicely.
Dude looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Blackwater with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dude sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Blackwater defending well though.
Ground and pound from Dude.
Dude is nestled in close to Blackwater, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Dude slows the pace down in half guard.
Dude thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Blackwater blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dude.
Dude throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Blackwater to regain full guard.
Dude loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dude throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dude's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dude with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Dude wants to control from the top but Blackwater keeps moving.
Dude in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dude throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Blackwater works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dude working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Blackwater will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dude trying to control but Blackwater is working from the bottom.
Dude lands a couple of digs.
Dude with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dude throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Dude with a jab.#CL2#
Dude has Blackwater up against the cage in a clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Dude as Blackwater tries to tie him up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Small Dude dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL2#
Blackwater tries to keep at a distance but Dude has taken the fight into the clinch.
Blackwater is trying to break the clinch but Dude has him pressed against the cage.
Blackwater is trying to break free.
Dude drops down looking for an ankle pick but Blackwater pulls his leg out and moves away.
Good shot there by Dude.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dude takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dude throws a lazy uppercut
and Blackwater counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Blackwater scores with a jab. Dude acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dude tries to clinch up but Blackwater circles away and keeps his distance.
Dude has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Blackwater tries to move into range but Dude moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dude misses with a right hand
and Blackwater counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Small Dude seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blackwater lands a jab.
Dude closes the distance looking to clinch
and Blackwater counters with a three punch combo that has Dude backing up. Dude nods at Blackwater to acknowledge the strikes.
Blackwater misses the jab.
Dude throws a lazy right hand but Blackwater sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Blackwater scores with a nice right hand.
Blackwater keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Dude drives through with a takedown into Blackwater's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dude content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dude wants to control from the top but Blackwater keeps moving.
Dude throwing strikes but missing.
Dude throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dude trying to control the position from guard on top but Blackwater is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dude throws a big elbow that misses.
Blackwater is looking to stand up but Dude isn't so interested in that idea.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Dude postures up in Blackwater's guard and throws a big left but Blackwater blocks it.
Dude in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3##CL2#
Dude moves into the clinch.
Blackwater is trying to push Dude away but Dude has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Blackwater is trying to break the clinch but Dude is controlling him.
Dude fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lorenz Blackwater has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Small Dude.
Dude misses with some punches.
Blackwater prevents a body shot from Dude.
Dude tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dude lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dude pushes Blackwater back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dude.
A head punch on the inside from Dude fails to land.
Dude lands with a right to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Blackwater.
Blackwater can't break the clinch. #T4#
Blackwater blocking some punches.
Dude lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Blackwater backwards.
Dude wants a takedown but no success here.
Blackwater blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Blackwater wants to break free but Dude has control.
Dude prevents Blackwater from breaking the clinch.
Dude lands a shot to the body.
Dude tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Blackwater's elbow.
Blackwater blocks an uppercut.
Dude swings wildly with an uppercut but Blackwater uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dude changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Blackwater fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Dude doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Blackwater counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Small Dude will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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!#R3#
Dude misses the jab.
Blackwater appears to be looking for a big counter.
Dude looks to throw the jab but Blackwater is out of range.
Dude is looking to clinch but Blackwater is avoiding it.
Blackwater appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Dude rushes Blackwater and presses him up against the cage.
Blackwater blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dude keeps control of Blackwater as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Blackwater wants to get back to striking at distance but Dude won't allow it.
Blackwater is trying to push Dude away but Dude has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Dude swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Dude fails to land.
Dude softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dude can't find room to land a body shot as Blackwater controls the action.
Dude lands a nice uppercut.
Blackwater blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Dude gets through Blackwater's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Blackwater blocks an uppercut.
Dude is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Blackwater gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dude has Blackwater pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Blackwater manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Dude jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Blackwater walks away with a smile on his face. Dude gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lorenz Blackwater has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Small Dude.
Blackwater throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Blackwater lands a glancing blow to the side of Dude's head.
Blackwater clobbers Dude with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Blackwater stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Blackwater wants it to stay on the feet.
Blackwater throws a big counter combination but Dude scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dude takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dude is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Blackwater.#CUT#It looks like Small Dude has been cut.
Dude dives in and grabs Blackwater's left leg, looking for a takedown. Blackwater pushes down on Dude's head and hops out.
Dude gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Blackwater.
Blackwater bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dude's head backwards.#ROC#Dude is rocked!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blackwater connects with a nice looking jab.
Dude is still on wobbly legs! Can Blackwater finish him?
Dude doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Blackwater counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Dude to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Blackwater!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Lorenz Blackwater!
After the fight, Lorenz Blackwater was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: KIFC 37
Date: Mar 31, 2023

#R1#
Blackwater connects with a jab.#TD#
Danny shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Blackwater's guard.
Danny in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Danny missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Danny pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blackwater is keeping the position for now.
Blackwater keeping moving, preventing Danny from controlling successfully.
Blackwater wants to sweep here but Danny controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blackwater is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Danny missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1##SUB2#
Blackwater is looking for a triangle but Danny pushes his legs off easily.
Blackwater can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Danny controls the pace.#SUB2#
Danny avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Blackwater is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Danny wants to control from the top but Blackwater keeps moving. #T2#
Danny sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Danny has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Blackwater has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Danny can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Danny lands a couple of elbows.
Blackwater wants to sweep here but Danny controlling him for the moment. #T3##SUB2#
Danny is sitting in close to Blackwater's body. Blackwater has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Danny is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Danny is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Blackwater.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Lorenz Blackwater!
After the fight, Lorenz Blackwater was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
The defeated Iso Danny had this to say: 'No way, no way, no way! '.

Event: KIFC 25
Date: Mar 17, 2023

#R1#
Blackwater shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ribeiro sprawls well. Ribeiro wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Blackwater gets slowly back to his feet.
Ribeiro loads up on a big right hand but Blackwater slips the punch.
Blackwater changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ribeiro definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Ribeiro throws an overhand right that lands on Blackwater's shoulder, as Blackwater tries to avoid the shot.
Horrible takedown attempt by Blackwater or perhaps it was just good defense by Ribeiro, which made it look bad.
Beto Ribeiro 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.#CL#
Ribeiro fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Blackwater, pushing him back against the cage.
Ribeiro landing knees to the head.
Blackwater tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ribeiro just stands there and leans against the cage.
Beto Ribeiro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lorenz Blackwater.#T1#
Ribeiro with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Lorenz Blackwater has been cut.
Blackwater's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ribeiro misses with a knee to the head.
Ribeiro is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Blackwater is defending well for now.#BC#
Ribeiro's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Blackwater lands a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Blackwater as he connects with a hook.
A lazy left from Blackwater finds it's target.
Nice defenses there by Ribeiro.
A jab from Ribeiro misses. #T2#
Ribeiro misses with an uppercut. Blackwater saw that one coming.
Blackwater throws out a counter right but Ribeiro avoids it with no problem.
Blackwater's coach down at Elite Boxing Club was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Blackwater's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Ribeiro slips a straight right by Blackwater.
Blackwater ducks under a wild hook from Ribeiro.
Blackwater lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ribeiro will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And Blackwater tries to counter it with a takedown but Ribeiro pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Beto Ribeiro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Blackwater slips a straight right by Ribeiro.
Ribeiro takes a swing at Blackwater's ribcage but misses.
Blackwater with the counter takedown but Ribeiro avoids it easily.
Blackwater takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T3#
Blackwater goes for a double leg but Ribeiro avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ribeiro continues to drive forward.
Blackwater throws a right hand that Ribeiro ducks under and follows up with a left that Ribeiro also avoids with ease.
Nice defenses there by Ribeiro.
It looked like Ribeiro wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ribeiro loads up on a big right hand but Blackwater slips the punch.
Blackwater with the counter takedown but Ribeiro avoids it easily.
Ribeiro throws a shot from downtown. Blackwater moves away and avoids it.
Ribeiro is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Blackwater's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Ribeiro fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Blackwater throws the left hand but Ribeiro avoids the punch easily.
Ribeiro was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ribeiro scores with the left hand. Blackwater knows he should have avoided that one.
A big right from Ribeiro misses.
Blackwater is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T4#
A jab from Blackwater misses.
Blackwater shoots in for a takedown but Ribeiro shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Blackwater takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ribeiro connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Blackwater momentarily.
Ribeiro takes a swing at Blackwater's ribcage but misses.
Ribeiro takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ribeiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Blackwater moves away.
Ribeiro throws a lazy uppercut
and Blackwater counters with a nice uppercut.
Blackwater scores with a jab. Ribeiro acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Beto Ribeiro dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lorenz Blackwater's cut.
That's time! Ribeiro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Blackwater misses with a hook. Ribeiro ducked under it nicely.
Ribeiro throws a hook but Blackwater blocks it.
Ribeiro looks to land a right hand but Blackwater moved out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Ribeiro. Those never looked like landing.
Blackwater staying out of range there.
Ribeiro throws a combination. Blackwater tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Ribeiro leaves Blackwater with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ribeiro swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro throws a right and a left that Blackwater avoids nicely.
Blackwater bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Blackwater lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Blackwater has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Blackwater ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ribeiro on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Blackwater shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ribeiro as he avoids it easily.
Ribeiro throwing a counter right hand but Blackwater manages to avoid it.
Ribeiro fails to land with a series of punches.
Blackwater lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ribeiro takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ribeiro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Blackwater lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ribeiro circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Blackwater throws a poor cross that misses
and Ribeiro connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Blackwater with a jab.
Ribeiro takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ribeiro blocks a jab.
Blackwater uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ribeiro.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Blackwater! But no joy.
Blackwater defending well as Ribeiro loads up on a big left hand.
Blackwater defending well as Ribeiro loads up on a big left hand.
Blackwater is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ribeiro throws a shot from downtown. Blackwater moves away and avoids it.
Blackwater drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ribeiro defends it well.
Blackwater shoots in for a takedown but Ribeiro shows good takedown defense.
Beto Ribeiro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lorenz Blackwater.#T3#
Blackwater gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ribeiro loads up on a big right hand but Blackwater slips the punch.
Blackwater avoids a punch combination nicely.
Blackwater with the counter takedown but Ribeiro avoids it easily.
Ribeiro defending well as Blackwater loads up on a big left hand.
Ribeiro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jab, jab by Ribeiro - just one landing.
Blackwater moves out of range as Ribeiro strikes.
Ribeiro misses with a hook to the body
and Blackwater counters with a stiff right hand.
Ribeiro throws a body shot but no joy.
And Blackwater tries to counter it with a takedown but Ribeiro pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T4#
Blackwater throws a series of punches but Ribeiro moves out of range.
Blackwater 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.
Ribeiro throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Blackwater misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Blackwater gets tackled into the cage by Ribeiro. Ribeiro maintains the clinch.
Ribeiro working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ribeiro lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ribeiro lands a right hand.
Ribeiro lands a nice uppercut.
Ribeiro with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ribeiro pushes Blackwater back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ribeiro lands a knee to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Beto Ribeiro dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Lorenz Blackwater's cut.
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. This is the final round!#R3#
Ribeiro connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt Blackwater covering up! Ribeiro comes in with a big uppercut and Blackwater goes doooown! He's slumped up against the cage, eyes staring blankly into space.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Beto Ribeiro!

Event: KIFC 16
Date: Feb 24, 2023

#R1#
Blackwater displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Couture throws out the jab.
Couture scores with a decent looking hook.
Couture throws a lazy uppercut
and Blackwater counters with a straight right hand.
Blackwater shoots for a takedown but Couture saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Blackwater definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Blackwater takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Blackwater defending well as Couture loads up on a big left hand.
Blackwater looks to land a left hand but Couture moved out of range nicely.
Couture listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Couture throws a right hand that misses
and Blackwater counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Emmanuel Couture seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blackwater moves out of range of the strikes.
It looked like Blackwater wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Couture scores with a nice head shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Blackwater slips a straight right by Couture.
Blackwater appears to be looking for a big counter.
Couture looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Blackwater moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Couture drops his hands momentarily and Blackwater takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Couture darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Couture misses with a straight right.
It looked like Blackwater wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Couture takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Blackwater uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Couture.
Blackwater half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Blackwater slips under a jab.
Blackwater half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Blackwater uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Couture.
Blackwater lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #ROC#Couture is rocked!
Couture switches off momentarily and Blackwater cracks him with a monster right hand! Couture topples backwards and makes a semi conscious attempt to cover up, as Blackwater dives in to land one more shot, before the referee has time to call the fight. What a finish by Blackwater!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lorenz Blackwater!
In his post fight interview, Lorenz Blackwater started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 05, 2023

#R1#
Diddy shoots for a double leg takedown but Blackwater sprawls well. He's pushed Diddy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Diddy tries for a takedown but Blackwater circles away easily
and Blackwater cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Diddy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Blackwater.#TD#
Diddy shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Blackwater keeping moving, preventing Diddy from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Diddy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Blackwater keeping moving, preventing Diddy from controlling successfully.
Blackwater wants to stand but Diddy is controlling the position.
Diddy pushes down on Blackwater's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Diddy is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Diddy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Blackwater doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Diddy. #T1##SUB#
Diddy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Diddy trying to mount his opponent but Blackwater defends it.
Diddy uses his free foot to push down on Blackwater's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Blackwater. #SUB#
Diddy goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Blackwater is on top in guard. #T2#
Blackwater wants to stand but Diddy is controlling his posture from full guard.
Diddy could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#SUB#
Diddy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Diddy is looking for a triangle but Blackwater pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Diddy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Blackwater defends it easily.#SUB#
Blackwater got a little sloppy there for a moment and Diddy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Blackwater has managed to get both his arms back between Diddy's legs - danger averted.
Blackwater looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T3##SUB#
Diddy is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Diddy has an active guard here but Blackwater has managed to pass into half guard.
Diddy regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Diddy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Blackwater gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Blackwater pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Diddy is keeping the position for now.
Diddy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Diddy can't keep his opponent in guard - Blackwater advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T4#
Diddy tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Blackwater has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Diddy is trying to escape the mount.
Blackwater can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Diddy is looking to escape.
Diddy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Blackwater lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Blackwater.
Diddy shoots in looking for a takedown. Blackwater tries to sprawl out of it but Diddy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Blackwater manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Diddy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Blackwater defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Diddy.
Blackwater is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#TD#
Diddy shoots in and bounces Blackwater off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diddy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Diddy wants to control from the top but Blackwater keeps moving.
Diddy pushing down on Blackwater's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Blackwater is trying to stand.
Diddy trying to control from Blackwater's half guard. Blackwater has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Diddy tries to free his leg and advance position but Blackwater is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Diddy is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Blackwater is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Blackwater has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Diddy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Blackwater is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Diddy working for submissions but it's allowed Blackwater to get to half guard.
Diddy looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Diddy is trying to control but can't. #T2#
Blackwater wants to lay and pray for a moment but Diddy keeps working.
Diddy is trying to get back to full guard.
Diddy gets full guard.
Diddy has a closed guard, preventing Blackwater from standing up. #SUB#
Diddy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Blackwater is aware though and is defending well.
Blackwater wants to stand but Diddy is controlling his posture from full guard.
Blackwater must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Diddy wants to sweep but no luck. #T3##SUB#
Diddy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Blackwater is looking to stand up but Diddy won't let him.
Joe Diddy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Diddy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Blackwater defends well.#SUB#
Blackwater got a little sloppy there for a moment and Diddy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Blackwater has managed to get both his arms back between Diddy's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Diddy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Blackwater can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Diddy has an active guard here but Blackwater has managed to pass into half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB#
Diddy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Blackwater pulls his head out easily. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Blackwater not doing much here.
Diddy tries to get to full guard but Blackwater has control of the leg.
Diddy is staying active underneath Blackwater, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Diddy is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Blackwater moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Diddy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diddy tries to improve position but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Blackwater lands a jab.#TD#
Diddy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Blackwater napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Blackwater is looking to regain half guard here but Diddy keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Blackwater's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Blackwater stops Diddy from passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diddy is working hard here to advance position.
Diddy is looking to take a break and control but Blackwater is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Diddy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Diddy tries to advance to mount but Blackwater instead regains half guard. #SUB#
Diddy is working for a submission of some sort.
Diddy looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Diddy is looking for a kimura here.
Diddy is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Diddy misses with a head shot.
Blackwater is trying to stand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blackwater working to try and regain half guard.
Diddy throwing strikes but Blackwater recovers to half guard. A much better position. #SUB#
Diddy is working for a submission of some sort. #T3##SUB#
Diddy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Blackwater has managed to free his arm - good work.
Blackwater won't allow Diddy to pass to mount.
Diddy prevents Blackwater from improving his position.
Diddy passes to side control.
Diddy tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Diddy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Diddy in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Blackwater is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joe Diddy!
Our winner, Joe Diddy, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 01, 2023

#R1#
Blackwater connects with the punch.#TD2#
Blackwater scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Willard won't allow Blackwater to pass to mount.
Willard knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Blackwater on the ground.
Blackwater is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Blackwater seems to be looking for submissions. #T1#
Blackwater performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Blackwater takes one on the button.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Willard swings for the body but Blackwater moves out of range.
Blackwater unleashes a big counter combination but Willard bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Blackwater manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Willard on his heels. He'll look to pass Willard's guard now, I'm sure.
Blackwater stays in close to Willard's body and controls the position.
Blackwater stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Willard swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Blackwater slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3##SUB2#
Blackwater thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Blackwater is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Willard can't keep his opponent in guard - Blackwater advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Blackwater looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Willard just misses with a punch to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Willard misses the jab.
As Willard backs off Blackwater throws a huge counter combo but Willard manages to avoid it all.
Blackwater throws a right hand that Willard ducks under and follows up with a left that Willard also avoids with ease.
A quick step to the side and Willard tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater 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#
Jab, jab by Willard - just one landing.
Willard misses with a hook
and Blackwater counters with a stiff right hand.
Blackwater bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Willard misses the jab.
Willard throws a jab but it's blocked by Blackwater.
Willard drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Willard avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Aaron Willard 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.
Blackwater connects with a crisp jab.
Willard scores with a jab to the head.
Willard misses with a wild combination.
Blackwater swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Willard enables Blackwater to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Willard manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Willard is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Willard seems keen to control Blackwater's posture.
Willard can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Blackwater controls the pace.
Blackwater stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Willard swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Blackwater is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Blackwater looking to pass the guard.
Blackwater is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A big right from Willard misses.
Blackwater throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Willard went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T3#
Willard throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Blackwater counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Willard swings widly with a right hand
and Blackwater counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lorenz Blackwater seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Willard misses with a wild body shot.
Willard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blackwater.
Nice uppercut there from Blackwater.
Blackwater showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Willard.
Blackwater looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD2#
Blackwater shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Blackwater was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#T4#
Willard prevents Blackwater from moving into mount.
Willard seems a little lost for a moment, as Blackwater dominates the positioning.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blackwater is continuing to stall.
Blackwater has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Blackwater looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Blackwater taking a breather here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenz Blackwater showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Willard missing with a left hand there. Blackwater was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Blackwater looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Willard throws out a loose jab but Blackwater uses good head movement to avoid it.
Willard throws an off balance right hand
and Blackwater counters with a one-two to the body.
Willard throws a big shot that misses.
Blackwater throws a shot from downtown. Willard moves away and avoids it.
Willard showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Blackwater.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Willard swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Willard connects with a looping right hand.
Blackwater has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Willard looks to throw the jab but Blackwater is out of range. #T1##TD2#
Blackwater closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Blackwater lands in his opponent's guard.
Blackwater is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Blackwater is pushing down on Willard's leg trying to pass to half guard. Willard is fighting to maintain full guard but Blackwater has managed to sneak the leg through.#T2#
Blackwater throwing shots but Willard is blocking nicely.
Blackwater controlling the action here.
Blackwater moves into full mount! Willard won't be happy about that!
Blackwater sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Let's hope that Blackwater has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
Blackwater moves to take his opponent's back.
Blackwater has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Willard's body. #SUB2#
Blackwater has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Blackwater controls the action.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Blackwater looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
Blackwater working for a choke but Willard reverses nicely into Blackwater 's guard. #SUB2#
Blackwater escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Willard gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Willard has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Blackwater looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lorenz Blackwater comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Blackwater 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 27:30
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lorenz Blackwater!
Lorenz Blackwater decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 29, 2023

#R1#
Blackwater throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Davis fails with a takedown attempt.
Blackwater throws a counter combo.#KD2#
Blackwater waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract Davis. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Davis to the canvas! Can he finish him!? #ROC2#Davis is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Rory Davis has been cut.
Blackwater is stalling in the full guard.
Oh Davis is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Blackwater is pushing down on Davis's leg trying to pass to half guard. Davis is fighting to maintain full guard but Blackwater has managed to sneak the leg through.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blackwater controlling the pace.
Davis is in trouble now - Blackwater has advanced to mount!
Blackwater mounts Davis! Really nice guard pass there!
Blackwater looking to control and managing it successfully.
Let's hope that Blackwater has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Blackwater moves to the back.
Davis is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Blackwater working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Davis is doing well to defend. Blackwater seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Davis is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Lorenz Blackwater!

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