Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: UCF 77: Bolkvadze v Idaho
Date: Oct 19, 2024

#R1#
Tochukwu misses with an uppercut.
Hardman takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tochukwu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hardman closes the distance and clinches up with Tochukwu, looking for a takedown. Hardman pushes Tochukwu against the cage but Tochukwu circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tochukwu lands a nice shot to the body.
Hardman misses with a left hand
and Tochukwu counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tochukwu scores with a decent looking hook.
Hardman moves forwards but Tochukwu connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tolgot Tochukwu 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.
Tochukwu tests Hardman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tochukwu slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Hardman misses the target. #T1#
Hardman misses with an uppercut.
Hardman missing with a left hand there. Tochukwu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hardman shoots in for a double leg but Tochukwu sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hardman tries to move into range but Tochukwu moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tochukwu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hardman.
Tochukwu scores with a jab to the jaw.
No joy there for Hardman, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Tochukwu misses the target.
Hardman moves out of range as Tochukwu strikes.
It looks like Tochukwu has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Tochukwu is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tochukwu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tochukwu takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hardman is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Tochukwu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Tochukwu throws a series of punches but Hardman avoids them all with ease.
Hardman with the counter takedown but Tochukwu avoids it easily.
Hardman walks into a straight right hand from Tochukwu.
Tochukwu throws a shot from downtown. Hardman moves away and avoids it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hardman will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tochukwu is looking to counter punch.
Tochukwu throws a jab but it's blocked by Hardman.
Hardman with the counter takedown but Tochukwu avoids it easily.
Tochukwu lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hardman at a distance.
Tochukwu throws a looping overhand right but Hardman ducks down to avoid it.
Hardman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tochukwu is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Hardman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tochukwu as he jumps to the side.
Tolgot Tochukwu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruce Hardman.
A lazy left from Tochukwu finds it's target.#T3#
Tochukwu lands with a good body shot.
Nice jab there from Hardman.
Good exchange - Tochukwu coming out on top.
Tochukwu lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tochukwu scores with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Tochukwu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hardman takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hardman throws a lazy uppercut
and Tochukwu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jab from Tochukwu.
Nice defenses there by Tochukwu.
A big right from Tochukwu misses. #T4#
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!
Hardman shoots and misses
and Tochukwu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tochukwu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardman moves away.
Tochukwu goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Hardman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tochukwu.
Tolgot Tochukwu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tochukwu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hardman.
Tochukwu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hardman throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tochukwu.
Hardman scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Tochukwu lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tochukwu loads up on a big right hand but Hardman slips the punch.
Hardman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tochukwu defends it well.
Tochukwu connects with a right hand. Hardman shakes it off.
Hardman misses with a two punch combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tolgot Tochukwu dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Hardman smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nice cross by Tochukwu.
Hardman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hardman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tochukwu scores with a hook to the body. Hardman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hardman looks to land a left hand but Tochukwu moved out of range nicely.
Hardman shoots in for a double leg but Tochukwu sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tochukwu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hardman can do to turn this around?
Tochukwu throws a big shot that misses.
Hardman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tolgot Tochukwu is winning the standup battle so far.
Tochukwu throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hardman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tochukwu scores with a shot to the body.
Tochukwu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tochukwu lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nice shot by Tochukwu.#T1#
Tochukwu throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Hardman counters with a single leg into guard. Tochukwu didn't expect that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hardman trying to control the position from guard on top but Tochukwu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tochukwu is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hardman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hardman trying to control the position from guard on top but Tochukwu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB#
Tochukwu is looking for a triangle but Hardman pushes his legs off easily.
Hardman wants to control from the top but Tochukwu keeps moving.
Tochukwu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Hardman tries to get to full guard but Tochukwu has control of the leg. #SUB#
Tochukwu is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hardman is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Tochukwu jumps into side control!#T3#
Hardman struggling a bit here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hardman might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tochukwu haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hardman tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Tochukwu easily slips into full mount!
Tochukwu avoids the attempt from Hardman to control.
Hardman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hardman slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Hardman has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Tochukwu escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Tochukwu!
Hardman is trying to control Tochukwu's posture but Tochukwu avoids it. #SUB#
Tochukwu tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hardman manages to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tochukwu is trying to control the action in half guard but Hardman is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Hardman looking for subs from the bottom but Tochukwu mounts him!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tolgot Tochukwu dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Decent striking displayed by Tochukwu there.
Tochukwu lands a nice looking body shot.
Tochukwu lands with a right hand.
Hardman misses with a left hand
and Tochukwu counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tochukwu scores with a hook.
Tochukwu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tochukwu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardman gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tochukwu counters with a right hand to the body.
Tochukwu throws a shot from downtown. Hardman moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Hardman slips a straight right by Tochukwu.
Tochukwu lands with a nice body punch.
Tochukwu missing with a left hand there. Hardman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tochukwu uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hardman misses the body punch
and Tochukwu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tochukwu takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hardman swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tochukwu throws the left hand but Hardman avoids the punch easily.
Tochukwu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hardman misses with a double jab.
Hardman misses with a hook
and Tochukwu counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Hardman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tochukwu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hardman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bruce Hardman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A big left from Tochukwu misses.
And Hardman tries to counter it with a takedown but Tochukwu pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hardman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hardman slips a straight right by Tochukwu.
A telegraphed right hand from Tochukwu misses the target.
Tochukwu paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hardman scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
A left lands for Hardman.#T3#
Hardman jabs Tochukwu right on the nose. Tochukwu blinks but takes it well.
Tochukwu paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hardman has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tochukwu thuds a left hand into Hardman's body.
Hardman misses with a takedown attempt - Tochukwu sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tolgot Tochukwu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruce Hardman.
Good shot there by Tochukwu.
Tochukwu throws a hook to the side of Hardman's head but Hardman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tochukwu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hardman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tochukwu throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Hardman counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tochukwu! #T4#
Tochukwu tries to buck Hardman off but Hardman is having none of it.
Bruce Hardman has got the better of the ground game so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Hardman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Hardman goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Tochukwu has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hardman but great work by Tochukwu.
Hardman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hardman is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Tochukwu is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Tochukwu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tochukwu avoids the attempt from Hardman to control.
Hardman sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Bruce Hardman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Hardman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tolgot Tochukwu showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tochukwu 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: UCF 66: Mfer v Jones
Date: Sep 14, 2024

#R1#
Schnitzer throws the left hand but Hardman avoids the punch easily.
Schnitzer ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Schnitzer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hardman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schnitzer.
Schnitzer closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT2#It looks like Bruce Hardman has been cut.
Nice uppercut lands for Schnitzer. That snapped Hardman's head back.
Schnitzer lands a nice shot that snaps Hardman's head back.
Hardman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schnitzer.
Hardman wants to clinch.
A thudding body kick lands there by Schnitzer! #T1#
Schnitzer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Hardman takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Schnitzer throws the left hand but Hardman avoids the punch easily.
Kevin Schnitzer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sloppy strikes from Hardman. Those never looked like landing.
Schnitzer misses with a body shot.
Schnitzer swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Hardman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Hardman.
Schnitzer looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hardman wants to pass the guard but Schnitzer is keeping the position.
Schnitzer wants to sweep but no luck.
Schnitzer trying to keep a closed guard but Hardman is proving a slippery customer.
Hardman stopping the sweep attempt from Schnitzer.#T2#
Hardman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Hardman has gone for a leg lock! Schnitzer slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hardman's guard.#REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Schnitzer is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hardman pulls Schnitzer in close to prevent any damage.
Hardman trying to control the position.
Hardman is really struggling to control Schnitzer but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Schnitzer seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schnitzer looking to pass the guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Hardman can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Schnitzer controls the pace.#SUB#
Hardman looking for a guillotine here but Schnitzer defends easily.
Schnitzer is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Hardman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Schnitzer is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schnitzer controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hardman trying to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A cross from Hardman lands.
Schnitzer moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hardman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Schnitzer.
Hardman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Schnitzer counters with a good low kick that Hardman was not able to check.
Hardman ducks under a wild hook from Schnitzer.
Schnitzer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Schnitzer throws out a powerful jab.
Good exchange - Schnitzer coming out on top.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Schnitzer dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bruce Hardman's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Hardman closes the distance and clinches up with Schnitzer, looking for a takedown. Hardman pushes Schnitzer against the cage but Schnitzer circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hardman drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Good shot there by Schnitzer.
Hardman slips a straight right by Schnitzer.
Hardman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schnitzer 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.
Schnitzer scores with a hook.
Schnitzer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hardman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hardman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Hardman goes for a double leg but Schnitzer avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Schnitzer continues to drive forward.#BC2#
Schnitzer breaks from the clinch.
Bruce Hardman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Schnitzer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hardman momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schnitzer connects with a looping right hand.
Hardman on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hardman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#ROC2#Hardman is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schnitzer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Hardman counters with a single leg into guard. Schnitzer didn't expect that. #T1#
Schnitzer looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hardman is one step ahead there.
Schnitzer not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hardman passes into half guard.
Hardman prevents Schnitzer from improving his position.#SUB#
Hardman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Schnitzer is staying active underneath Hardman, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Hardman seems to be working for a kimura but Schnitzer defends the submission attempt.
Well, if Hardman is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hardman is keen to just control but Schnitzer is a slippery customer.
Schnitzer wants to improve his position but Hardman is controlling well.
Still in half guard, Hardman seems content to control.#SUB#
Hardman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Schnitzer wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hardman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Schnitzer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hardman.
Schnitzer moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Hardman looking to pass the guard.
Hardman stands and throws Schnitzer's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hardman working away.
Schnitzer tries to bench press Hardman off him but Hardman keeps the position.
Hardman trying to control the position but Schnitzer is working away.
Schnitzer holding on.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Hardman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hardman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Schnitzer is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Schnitzer is looking for a sweep. Hardman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Hardman seems to be looking for submissions.
Schnitzer is trying to maintain the position but Hardman is very close to passing his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hardman prevents Schnitzer from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Schnitzer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bruce Hardman's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hardman takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hardman misses with a jab, cross combination.
The fighters circling - Schnitzer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hardman closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT#It looks like Kevin Schnitzer has been cut.
Schnitzer loads up on a big right hand but Hardman slips the punch.
Hardman tests Schnitzer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hardman misses with a combination
and Schnitzer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardman misses with a looping left.
Schnitzer lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Schnitzer catches Hardman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kevin Schnitzer seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Hardman on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hardman slips under a jab.
Hardman slips a straight right by Schnitzer.
Schnitzer misses with a series of wild punches.
Schnitzer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hardman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hardman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schnitzer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hardman.
Hardman swinging wildly here.
Schnitzer lands with a straight right. Hardman didn't see that one coming.#T2#
Hardman avoids the body shot from Schnitzer.
Hardman misses with a hook
and Schnitzer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Schnitzer misses with a looping left.
Hardman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Left hook, right uppercut from Hardman.
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!
Schnitzer throws an overhand right that lands on Hardman's shoulder, as Hardman tries to avoid the shot.
Schnitzer lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Schnitzer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hardman manages to avoid it.
Hardman doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Schnitzer makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Hardman looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Hardman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hardman lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kevin Schnitzer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Hardman fails to land with a series of punches.
A nice leg kick lands there from Schnitzer.
Hardman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Schnitzer pinned against the cage. Schnitzer gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Schnitzer tries a head kick but it misses.
Schnitzer clobbers Hardman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Schnitzer scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hardman needs to keep his hands up - Schnitzer had a free shot at his head there.
Schnitzer looks to land a right hand but Hardman moved out of range.
Hardman slips under a jab.#T4#
Hardman takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hardman moves out of range as Schnitzer strikes.
Hardman drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schnitzer sprawls and moves away.
Schnitzer feints and then cracks Hardman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hardman down.
Hardman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice inside leg kick there by Schnitzer. That's going to slow Hardman down.
Hardman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Schnitzer sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruce Hardman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schnitzer throws a sloppy head kick and Hardman moves out of range easily.
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!
Schnitzer with the inside leg kick.
Hardman swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Schnitzer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bruce Hardman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hardman throws a right hand that misses
and Schnitzer counters with a slapping leg kick.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kevin Schnitzer!
A very excited looking Kevin Schnitzer 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: UCF 56: Adunga Jr v LaFleur
Date: Aug 10, 2024

#R1#
Hardman ducks under a wild hook from Dux.
Dux 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. #CUT2#It looks like Bruce Hardman has been cut.
Hardman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dux throws a nice looking combination but Hardman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dux takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Donk. Dux catches Hardman right on the button with a cross.
Hardman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dux throws out the jab.
The crowd cheers as Dux lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hardman doesn't seem phased though.
Dux defending well as Hardman loads up on a big left hand.
Dux misses with a looping right.
Hardman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dux finds it's way round the side to connect with Hardman's head.
Dux takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hardman punishes Dux's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Hardman leaves Dux with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hardman ducks under a wild hook from Dux.
Hardman misses with an uppercut.
Hardman slips a straight right by Dux.
Hardman tries to counter with a takedown but Dux is quick to defend against it.
Dux throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hardman tries to counter with a takedown but Dux is quick to defend against it.
Dux scores with a hook to the body. Hardman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dux scores with a shot to the body.
Dux throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dux tries to bum rush Hardman with a series of wild strikes but Hardman uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T2#
Hardman throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hardman blocks a jab.
Good shot there by Dux.
Dux misses with a straight right.
Hardman on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Hardman manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Dux on his heels. He'll look to pass Dux's guard now, I'm sure.
Hardman trying to control but Dux is working from the bottom.
Dux looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Dux is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Dux moves into full mount! Hardman won't be happy about that!
Dux avoids the attempt from Hardman to control.
Hardman is trying desperately to improve position.
Hardman tries to hold on but Dux pushes him away.
Dux trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Hardman tries to hold on but Dux pushes him away.
Hardman is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hardman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Dux is working for a guillotine from mount but Hardman frees his head quite easily.
Hardman blocking the ground and pound.
Hardman manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hardman is looking to control Dux's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hardman avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Hardman looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Dux is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hardman sees it coming and defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Dux dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bruce Hardman's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Nice takedown defense from Hardman. No joy for Dux on that attempt.
Hardman dives in for a single leg takedown but Dux sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Dux pulls guard successfully.
Hardman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dux bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hardman's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Hardman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dux can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hardman is trying to hold Dux in close to prevent damage but Dux has managed to pass into half guard.
Dux trying to pass the guard but Hardman defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardman is trying to get back to full guard.
Hardman is trying to maintain the position but Dux is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Hardman tries to roll over but Dux keeps him under control.
Hardman manages to get to full guard.
Dux trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Hardman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dux is aware though and is defending well.
Daniel Dux has got the better of the ground game so far.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hardman holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Hardman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dux trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Hardman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dux defends it easily.#SUB#
Hardman has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Dux should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Hardman has tightened it up now! Dux should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bruce Hardman!

Event: UCF 47: Santoro v Galvarino II
Date: Jul 13, 2024

#R1##CL#
Berishvili rushes Hardman and presses him up against the cage.
Berishvili blocks an uppercut.
Berishvili tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Hardman smiles and moves away.
Mikheil Berishvili seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hardman lands a jab to the nose.
Berishvili seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Berishvili tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hardman just stands there and leans against the cage.
Hardman fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Berishvili jumps guard.
Berishvili might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Hardman lying in Berishvili's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Berishvili decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Hardman taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mikheil Berishvili!
A victorious Mikheil Berishvili thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: UCF 39: Wilder v Slamister
Date: Jun 15, 2024

#R1#
Bhate swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Hardman counters with a takedown into side control. #SU2#
Hardman decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Bhate lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hardman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bhate.
Hardman staying out of range there.
Bhate throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bhate throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Hardman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Bhate actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hardman controlling the action here. #SUB#
Bhate actively working from the bottom here.
Hardman wants to pass to mount but Bhate is defending the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardman has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB2#
Hardman working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T1#
Bhate is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB2#
Hardman swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bruce Hardman!

Event: UCF 29: Bishop v Hardman
Date: May 18, 2024

#R1#
Bishop looks to land a left hand but Hardman moved out of range nicely.
And Hardman tries to counter it with a takedown but Bishop pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bishop misses with a looping left.
Bishop cracks Hardman with a right hand to the side of the head.#TD#
Bishop manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Hardman on his heels. He'll look to pass Hardman's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB2#
Hardman has his foot on Bishop's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bishop works his way back into a safe position though.
Hardman trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Hardman is looking to cinch up a triangle. Bishop throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Hardman's body to avoid the submission. Hardman has instead reached around Bishop's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Hardman arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bruce Hardman!

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

#R1#
Hardman with a jab.
Hardman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hardman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A combination from Stack does no damage.
Stack connects with a body shot that sends Hardman's belly button to the back.
Hardman has his takedown stuffed
and Stack counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Stack throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hardman with the counter takedown but Stack avoids it easily.
Stack has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cant Lose MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Stack takes one to the side of the head.
Stack lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Stack misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hardman. #TD2#
Hardman is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Stack's half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hardman stalling.
Stack is looking to control Hardman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Stack avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
Hardman is working for a submission of some sort.
Stack is looking for a sweep. Hardman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Hardman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Stack is looking to control Hardman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Stack avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Stack is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hardman pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Stack works his way to full guard. Good work.
Stack keeping full guard, as Hardman tries to pass.
Hardman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Stack's guard. #SUB2#
Hardman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Stack works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hardman is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Hardman passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Hardman wants to control but Stack is keeping him busy. #T3#
Stack is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hardman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Hardman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stack keeps working. #SUB2#
Hardman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Stack has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Hardman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Stack is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Hardman seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Hardman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Hardman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Stack has managed to free his arm - good work.
Stack is trying to maintain the position but Hardman is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Hardman is looking for a kimura but Stack is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hardman to get the leverage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stack holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Stack is looking to control Hardman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Stack avoid being mounted?
Stack tries to roll over but Hardman keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bruce Hardman dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Hardman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Stack sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hardman somewhat.
Stack throws a predictable looking body shot #TD2#
and Hardman counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB#
Stack has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hardman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hardman trying to control the position from guard on top but Stack is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stack trying to keep a closed guard but Hardman is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardman trying to control the position from guard on top but Stack is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Stack working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hardman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hardman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Stack is trying to control the position but Hardman postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stack wants to control but Hardman passes easily into half guard. #SUB2#
Hardman looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hardman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Hardman is looking for a kimura but Stack is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hardman to get the leverage. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Stack slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Stack trying to keep a closed guard but Hardman is proving a slippery customer.
Hardman pushes down on Stack's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hardman seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Stack is looking to control Hardman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Stack avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Hardman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Stack has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hardman is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB2#
Hardman jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Stack manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T3#
Stack is looking for a sweep.
Stack is trying to escape the position but Hardman is controlling the position.
Stack gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Hardman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Stack is just riding it out for now. Hardman eventually gives up the hold.
Hardman wants to free his trapped foot but Stack is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Stack looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stack wants to improve his position but Hardman is controlling well. #SUB2#
Hardman is working for a submission of some sort.
Hardman prevents Stack from improving his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stack slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bruce Hardman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hardman stopping the sweep attempt from Stack.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bruce Hardman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Hardman fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Stack on the side of the head.
Stack misses with a combination #TD2#
and Hardman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Stack's guard.
Stack keeping moving, preventing Hardman from controlling successfully.
Stack trying to control the position. #SUB#
Stack has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hardman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hardman looking to sit in guard and control but Stack gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stack trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Hardman working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Hardman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stack doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stack manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Stack forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Stack is trying to work for a kimura but Hardman is defending well.
Hardman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Stack slips nicely into half guard.
Hardman is not content to let Stack control the position.
Hardman holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hardman felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Stack is stalling here. Hardman is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Stack seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hardman has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SUB2#
Hardman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Stack has escaped the position, nice work there.
Stack is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Stack manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Stack gets back to full guard.
Stack trying to keep a closed guard but Hardman is proving a slippery customer.
Hardman is pushing down on Stack's leg trying to pass to half guard. Stack is fighting to maintain full guard but Hardman has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Hardman is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Hardman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
Hardman is trying to control the action in half guard but Stack is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Hardman looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Stack manages to get to full guard.
Joe Stack has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bruce Hardman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Stack is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hardman defends well.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 27:30
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bruce Hardman!

Event: RSE 54: Journey To The End
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
Hardman needs to keep his hands up - River had a free shot at his head there.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Hardman's shoulder, as Hardman tries to avoid the shot.
James River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hardman swings for the body but River moves out of range.
Hardman misses with an uppercut.
Hardman seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
River digs a good body shot into Hardman's ribs.
River misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
River lands with a nice body punch.
Good shot there by River .
River throws a shot from downtown. Hardman moves away and avoids it.
Hardman attempts a counter takedown but River avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River takes a swing at Hardman's ribcage but misses.
Hardman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hardman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hardman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T1#
River tries to move into range but Hardman moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
River lands with a good body shot.
River drops his hands momentarily and Hardman takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A low kick from Hardman is predictable there
and Hardman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
River clobbers Hardman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
River bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
River has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Hardman feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits River s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
River throws the left hand but Hardman avoids the punch easily.
Hardman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
River throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hardman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
River misses the shot to the body.
Hardman tries to counter with a takedown but River is quick to defend against it.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hardman throws a big shot that misses.
Hardman falls off balance throwing a combination
and River counters with a nice uppercut.
River lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short right from River .
River lands a body shot in the clinch.
River lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hardman can't break the clinch. #TD2#
River manages to pull guard. #SUB#
Hardman has gone for a leg lock! River slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hardman's guard.#REVB#
River throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells River 's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
River scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
River looking to sit in guard and control but Hardman gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
River escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hardman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
River has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Hardman should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, River has tightened it up now! Hardman should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). James River !
Our winner, James River , 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: RSE 39: Homicidal Ecstacy
Date: Jan 13, 2024

#R1#
Hardman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts George as he jumps to the side.
Nice defenses there by Hardman.
Hardman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hardman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hardman throws a combination but it was largely blocked by George.
George looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hardman shoots in but no luck this time.
Hardman lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
George misses with a wild body shot.
A shot to the liver by George. Beautiful body shot.
George throws the left hand but Hardman avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
George throws a lazy right hand but Hardman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hardman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from George enables Hardman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. George manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Hardman won't allow George to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Hardman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but George manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hardman has George in his guard.#REVB##T1#
Hardman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hardman looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Hardman working for a triangle but George defends it easily.
George engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
George is looking to stand up but Hardman won't let him. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Hardman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hardman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hardman will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
George stays in close to Hardman's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Hardman pushes a forearm under George's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, George is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bruce Hardman!

Event: RSE 30: Wolves Among Sheep
Date: Dec 13, 2023

#R1#
Hardman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've been hearing reports that Hardman has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sitsongrit attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Sitsongrit is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Hardman.
Hardman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongrit.
Hardman scores with a punch to the head.
Sitsongrit takes one to the chin there.
Hardman shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sitsongrit sprawls well. Sitsongrit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hardman gets slowly back to his feet.
Sitsongrit moves away from the strike by Hardman.
It seemed like Sitsongrit was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Hardman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardman moves away.
Sitsongrit connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CUT2#It looks like Bruce Hardman has been cut.
Sitsongrit connects with a right hand. Hardman shakes it off.
Hardman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Hardman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hardman scores with the left hand. Sitsongrit knows he should have avoided that one.
Hardman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Hardman avoids the punch easily.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hardman fails with the takedown.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hardman was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hardman.
Sitsongrit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sitsongrit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T3#
Hardman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sitsongrit sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sitsongrit! But no joy.
Sitsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hardman.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to Hardman's midsection.#TD#
Sitsongrit gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hardman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hardman wants to pass the guard but Sitsongrit is keeping the position.
Hardman will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Hardman drops back looking for a leg! Sitsongrit is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sitsongrit manages to kick Hardman off! Hardman jumps back into Sitsongrit's guard. #T4#
Sitsongrit keeping full guard, as Hardman tries to pass.
Hardman wants to control from the top but Sitsongrit keeps moving.
Sitsongrit is pulling down on Hardman's head. It's preventing any offense from Hardman, at least for the moment.
Sitsongrit is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hardman tries to free his leg and advance position but Sitsongrit is retaining full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sitsongrit can do anything to dispel that myth.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kaewfah Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bruce Hardman's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Hardman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hardman tries to bum rush Sitsongrit with a series of wild strikes but Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sitsongrit looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sitsongrit moves out of range as Hardman strikes.
A little jabbing left from Sitsongrit on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Hardman's ribcage but misses.
Bruce Hardman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hardman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardman lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Hardman takes a swing at Sitsongrit's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Hardman has a takedown stuffed.
Hardman thows a left - swing and a miss!
A punch combination from Hardman misses.
Sitsongrit doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Hardman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Kaewfah Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hardman connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sitsongrit's hands.
Hardman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Hardman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Hardman.#T2#
Hardman is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit. #TD#
Hardman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Sitsongrit is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Hardman wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sitsongrit, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Hardman wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sitsongrit, who protects the arm well.
Sitsongrit is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Hardman has an Americana. Sitsongrit didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Hardman is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Hardman hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bruce Hardman!

Event: RSE 24: A Night Of Violence
Date: Nov 18, 2023

#R1#
Resi misses with an uppercut #TD#
so Hardman counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hardman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB#
Hardman is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SU#
Hardman decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Resi tests Hardman's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#It looks like Bruce Hardman has been cut.
Hardman seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A telegraphed right hand from Resi misses the target.
Hardman lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Resi lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #TD#
Hardman drives through with a takedown into Resi's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hardman works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hardman frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB#
Hardman looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Hardman has control of Resi's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Resi regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB#
Resi defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Hardman.
Resi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Hardman looking to isolate an arm here. Resi doesn't see it coming and as Hardman extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Hardman!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bruce Hardman!

Event: RSE 13: Descending
Date: Sep 16, 2023

#R1#
Hardman swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bolkvadze counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hardman takes one to the chin there.#CUT#It looks like Bruce Hardman has been cut.
Hardman throws a nice looking combination but Bolkvadze bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bolkvadze ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardman moves away.
Hardman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bolkvadze.
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.
Hardman swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and Bolkvadze counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Bolkvadze.
Hardman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #KD#
Bolkvadze drops Hardman with a big knee straight up the middle! Hardman is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC#Hardman is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big right from Hardman misses. #T1#
Bolkvadze punishes Hardman's body with a nice straight punch.
Bolkvadze throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Hardman misses with a double jab.
Bolkvadze tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hardman manages to circle out of the way.
Hardman is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Hardman throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bolkvadze appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Hardman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Bolkvadze to counter with a crisp jab.
Hardman misses with a takedown attempt - Bolkvadze sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've been told by Bolkvadze's head coaches at Raptors Den MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T2#
Hardman throws a jab when Bolkvadze was well out of range.
Bolkvadze blocks a jab.
Bolkvadze tries to counter by clinching up but Hardman breaks away and moves out of range.
Hardman throws a hook but Bolkvadze avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Bolkvadze on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice shot by Bolkvadze.
Hardman throws an overhand right that lands on Bolkvadze's shoulder, as Bolkvadze tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Bolkvadze throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hardman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Badri Bolkvadze is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hardman lands with a cross.
Bolkvadze cracks Hardman with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A telegraphed right hand from Hardman misses the target.
A slow jab from Hardman misses its intended target.
Bolkvadze tries to counter by clinching up but Hardman breaks away and moves out of range.
Hardman lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T4#
Hardman has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Bolkvadze moves into the clinch.
Badri Bolkvadze has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bruce Hardman.
A left hand lands to the body for Bolkvadze.
Bolkvadze connects with a nasty looking knee right to Hardman's face.
Bolkvadze scores with a knee to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bolkvadze connects with a nasty looking knee right to Hardman's face. #CUT#That has opened up Bruce Hardman's cut even more.
Hardman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bolkvadze's elbow.
Bolkvadze lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hardman is still on wobbly legs! Can Bolkvadze finish him?
Hardman misses with a punch on the inside.
Hardman seems to have recovered his senses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bolkvadze.
Bolkvadze stalling in the clinch.
Bolkvadze will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hardman up against the cage.
Hardman swings wildly with an uppercut but Bolkvadze uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bolkvadze blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Badri Bolkvadze dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bruce Hardman'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.#R2#
Hardman needs to keep his hands up - Bolkvadze had a free shot at his head there.
Hardman throws a nice looking combination but Bolkvadze bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hardman misses with a straight left.
Bolkvadze seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Badri Bolkvadze is winning the standup battle so far.
Hardman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A shot to the body from Hardman misses
and Bolkvadze counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolkvadze avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bolkvadze seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
Bolkvadze ducks under a wild hook from Hardman.
Hardman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bolkvadze.
Bolkvadze throwing a counter right hand but Hardman manages to avoid it.
Hardman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hardman misses the body punch
and Bolkvadze counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bolkvadze is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bolkvadze showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hardman.
Bolkvadze was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hardman misses with an uppercut
and Bolkvadze counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Nice straight punches there by Hardman. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hardman.
Bolkvadze throws the left hand but Hardman avoids the punch easily.
Hardman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hardman throws a shot from downtown. Bolkvadze moves away and avoids it.
Bolkvadze appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bolkvadze tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hardman was well out of range. Poor timing from Bolkvadze.
Hardman feints the counter takedown.
Some wild striking there from Hardman.
Bolkvadze throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Hardman counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bolkvadze! #T3##SUB2#
Hardman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Hardman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bolkvadze is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bolkvadze can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Hardman swings around for an armbar but Bolkvadze sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hardman's guard.
Our spies down at at The Tank Factory inform us that Hardman has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Bolkvadze trying to stand up but can't free himself from Hardman's guard.
Hardman keeping moving, preventing Bolkvadze from controlling successfully. #T4#
Bolkvadze is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bolkvadze wants to stand but Hardman has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Hardman is trying to keep Bolkvadze in close.
Bolkvadze postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Hardman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hardman controls Bolkvadze momentarily but Bolkvadze frees himself.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Hardman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
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 Badri Bolkvadze will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bruce Hardman's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Hardman blocks a jab.
Hardman lands a nice shot that snaps Bolkvadze's head back.
Bolkvadze keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hardman.
An attempted straight right counter from Bolkvadze misses the target.#CL#
Bolkvadze closes the distance and clinches.
Hardman tries to circle away but Bolkvadze has him pinned against the cage.
Bolkvadze has Hardman pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolkvadze putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Hardman in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Bolkvadze pushes Hardman back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bolkvadze slowing the pace effectively.
Bolkvadze scores with a knee to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bolkvadze. #T1#
Hardman throws a punch but it's blocked by Bolkvadze.
Hardman misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hardman is trying to force a seperation but Bolkvadze has the dominant position.
Hardman tries to break the clinch but Bolkvadze is controlling the position.
Hardman has had enough of the clinch but Bolkvadze keeps him there for the moment.
Bolkvadze landing knees to the body.
Hardman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hardman tries to pull guard but Bolkvadze forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Bolkvadze working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bolkvadze with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Bolkvadze obliges.
Bolkvadze with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT#The cut above Bruce Hardman's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#KD#
Bolkvadze drops Hardman with a big knee straight up the middle! Hardman is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hardman drops his hands momentarily. Bolkvadze doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Hardman staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Hardman doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Badri Bolkvadze!

Event: RSE 11: Let The Devil In
Date: Sep 02, 2023

#R1#
Resi misses with a right hand #TD#
and Hardman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Resi won't be happy with that.
Resi is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Hardman wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Resi, who protects the arm well.
Resi is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Hardman asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB#
Hardman wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Resi, who protects the arm well.
Resi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Hardman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Resi has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Resi is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Hardman asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T1##SUB#
Hardman wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Resi, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Hardman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hardman is looking to take a break and control but Resi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Hardman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Resi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Hardman wants to control but Resi is keeping him busy.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Resi pushes Hardman away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Hardman gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
Hardman has hold of Resi's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Resi tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Hardman cranks the arm and Resi screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Resi, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bruce Hardman!

Event: RSE 8: Warriors
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1##TD#
Hardman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Pawn quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Hardman is trying to work for a kimura but Pawn is defending well.
Pawn wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Hardman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Pawn has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Hardman is looking for a kimura but Pawn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hardman to get the leverage.
Pawn really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hardman. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardman prevents Pawn from standing back up.
Hardman is trying to control the action in half guard but Pawn is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pawn wants to get back to his feet. #T1#
Pawn is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB#
Hardman is working for a kimura but Pawn is defending it quite comfortably.
Pawn looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pawn wants to stand back up but Hardman manages to pass into side control. #SUB#
Hardman wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pawn, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Hardman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pawn is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
Pawn is trying to get back to half guard.
Pawn is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Hardman has hold of Pawn's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Pawn tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Hardman cranks the arm and Pawn screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Pawn, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bruce Hardman!

Event: RSE 3: Deathless
Date: Jul 01, 2023

#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Murata.
Hardman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murata sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hardman gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Murata counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Hardman misses.
Hardman digs a good hook to Murata's body.
Nice sprawl there from Murata as Hardman shoots in.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Murata.
Hardman avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murata has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takeshi Murata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hardman misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Hardman will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Murata is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Hardman.
Hardman avoids the head kick by Murata.
A slow jab from Hardman misses its intended target.
Hardman misses with a looping left.#TD#
Murata drives through with a takedown into guard.
Hardman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Murata seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Hardman controls Murata momentarily but Murata frees himself. #SUB2#
Hardman is looking for a triangle but Murata pushes his legs off easily.
Murata stopping the sweep attempt from Hardman.#T2#
Murata controlling from the top position.
Murata throws a strike but Hardman rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB2#
Hardman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Murata dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Hardman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Murata with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hardman is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Hardman is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murata is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hardman is keen to just control but Murata is a slippery customer.#T3#
Hardman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Murata gets back to full guard.
Hardman trying to control but Murata is working from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Murata pulls Hardman in close to his closed guard and prevents Hardman from doing any damage or advancing position.
Murata wants to sweep but no luck.
Murata preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hardman wants to control from the top but Murata keeps moving.
Hardman won't allow Murata to sweep him here. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hardman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hardman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Murata looking for a guillotine here but Hardman defends easily.
Hardman wants to pass the guard but Murata is keeping the position.
Hardman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hardman trying to control the position from guard on top but Murata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Murata throws a combination. Hardman tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bruce Hardman will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD2#
Hardman scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.

Murata makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#CUT#It looks like Bruce Hardman has been cut.#CL#
Murata clinches.
Hardman tries to stall but Murata uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Hardman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Murata after a bit of a struggle. #TD#
Murata jumps into guard, dragging Hardman to the mat.
Hardman is looking to stand up but Murata won't let him. #SUB#
Murata is looking for a triangle but Hardman pushes his legs off easily.
Murata is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Murata missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Hardman is looking for a sweep. Murata is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
Murata stands up out of the half guard. #CL#
Murata instigates a clinch.
Hardman looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD#
Murata manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Hardman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hardman throwing strikes but missing.
Hardman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hardman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hardman trying to control the position from guard on top but Murata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hardman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Murata swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Murata bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hardman's guard. #REVR##T2##SUB2#
Hardman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Murata defends it easily.#SUB2#
Hardman working for submissions but it's allowed Murata to get to half guard.
Murata has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Murata working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Hardman blocking the ground and pound.
Murata dominating with strikes here.#T3#
Hardman is wriggling around trying to escape.
Murata sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hardman taking shots to the head.
Hardman is looking to improve his position but Murata isn't that keen on the idea.
Murata looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Hardman tries to control the position but Murata now has his back.
Murata keeps control of the position as Hardman tries to break free.
Hardman is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Hardman is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Murata trying to control momentarily.
Murata is not going to allow Hardman to sit and survive in this position.
Hardman wants to escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Takeshi Murata dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Bruce Hardman's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Hardman thows a left - swing and a miss!
Murata connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Murata uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hardman.
Murata attempts a counter takedown but Hardman avoids it well and moves away.
Murata shoots and misses
and Hardman counters with a one-two to the body.
Murata uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hardman.
Murata lands a nice looking body shot.
Hardman throws a predictable looking body shot
and Murata counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #CL#
Murata instigates a clinch.
Hardman stops a takedown attempt from Murata.
Murata tries to score a body lock takedown but Hardman shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takeshi Murata. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Murata has Hardman pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Murata pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Hardman tumbling to the mat - Murata dives into Hardman's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hardman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Hardman wants to sweep but no luck.
Murata stands and throws Hardman's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Murata is looking to take a break and control but Hardman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Murata controlling from side mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Hardman's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hardman is looking to reverse the position.
Murata is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hardman will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Murata misses with the ground and pound.
You can see the frustration on Hardman's face as Murata controls the position. #SUB#
Murata tries for a kimura but Hardman is defending well.
Murata working away.
Hardman is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Hardman manages to get back to half guard.
Hardman trying to control from the bottom.
Hardman is in trouble now - Murata has advanced to mount!
Murata sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Murata manages to capitalize on a mistake by Hardman to take his back!
Hardman trying to control but not successfully.
Hardman tries to break free.
Murata connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Hardman to escape the position. #T4#
Murata is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
Hardman preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Murata.
Murata tries to keep control of the position but Hardman is staying busy.
Hardman rolls, trying to escape but Murata keeps control of the position.
Murata trying to control.
Murata keeps control of the position as Hardman tries to break free.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

And that's the end of the fight!
Takeshi Murata showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Murata 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 29:28
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Takeshi Murata!

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