Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: MILF WW Week 2
Date: Sep 25, 2024

#R1##TD#
Knight shoots in and bounces Williams off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Williams will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Williams working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Knight.
Williams keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully.
Williams looking to hit a scissor sweep but Knight is one step ahead there.
Knight scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Knight is stalling in the full guard.
Knight stopping the sweep attempt from Williams.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knight with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T1#
Knight in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Williams trying to keep a closed guard but Knight is proving a slippery customer.
Williams wants to hit a sweep here but Knight passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Williams there!
Williams is wriggling around trying to escape.
Knight with good strikes from the mount here!
Knight raining down hammerfists from mount.
Knight is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Knight cracks Williams with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Knight definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Williams is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Williams is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Knight in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #ROC#Williams is rocked!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Knight has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Williams's face.
Williams is still in real trouble! Can Knight finish him?
Knight loads up with a big shot that hurts Williams! He's pulled Knight in close but Knight has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Williams survive? More strikes from Knight and Williams is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Xavier Knight!

Event: MILF WW Week 1
Date: Sep 07, 2024

#R1##TD#
Knight drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Knight is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Knight landing with the ground and pound.
Juarez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Knight throws a big elbow that misses.
Juarez working a defensive guard here.
Juarez might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Knight haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Knight is working Juarez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knight throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Juarez works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Knight trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Juarez keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully.
Juarez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Knight's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Knight distracts Juarez with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Juarez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Knight defends well.
Knight throws a big right hand that misses.
Knight throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knight is looking to work some ground and pound but Juarez has wrist control.#T2#
Knight trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Knight throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Juarez works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Knight postures up in Juarez's guard and throws a big left but Juarez blocks it.
Knight definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Knight throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Knight accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Juarez 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.
Knight is looking to work some ground and pound but Juarez has wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Knight slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Knight manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Juarez on his heels. He'll look to pass Juarez's guard now, I'm sure.#T3#
Knight in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Juarez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Knight trying to control the position from guard on top but Juarez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Knight is working Juarez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Knight landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Juarez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Knight doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Knight manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Juarez has momentary wrist control but Knight slips an elbow through the middle.
Knight has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Knight works over Juarez with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
Knight trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Juarez keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully.
Knight is looking to work some ground and pound but Juarez has wrist control.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Knight stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Juarez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Knight trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Knight working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Knight throws a big right hand that misses.
Knight working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Knight throwing strikes but missing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Xavier Knight dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD#
Knight looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Juarez!
Knight working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Juarez taking punishment in the form of punches.
Knight laying and praying for a moment but Juarez takes advantage and regains half guard.
Xavier Knight overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Knight thows a huge punch but Juarez dodges it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juarez regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Knight.
Juarez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Juarez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Knight's guard. #REVB##T1#
Knight keeping moving, preventing Juarez from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Juarez drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Knight dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Knight landing some decent shots from guard.
Knight is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Juarez can do to turn this around?
Knight wants to control from the top but Juarez keeps moving.
Knight pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Juarez is keeping the position for now.
Knight throwing strikes from guard but Juarez blocks nicely. #T2#
Knight keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Juarez's head.
Knight throws an elbow that misses. Juarez uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Knight's guard. Nice move by Juarez!#REVB#
Juarez looking to sit in guard and control but Knight gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Knight postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Knight working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Juarez trying to control the position.
Knight throwing strikes from guard but Juarez blocks nicely. #T3#
Knight is looking to work some ground and pound but Juarez has wrist control.
Knight trying to control but Juarez is working from the bottom.
Knight forces his way into half guard.
Knight is trying to control. Juarez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Juarez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Knight accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Knight postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Knight throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Knight lands a couple of elbows.
Knight trying to control but Juarez is working from the bottom.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Knight stopping the sweep attempt from Juarez.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Knight throws a leg kick that is checked#CL2#
and Juarez counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Juarez.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Xavier Knight dominated that second 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Knight swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Juarez changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Elix Juarez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Juarez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD#
Knight darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Knight is controlling the pace.
Knight drops an elbow to the side of Juarez's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juarez wants to control but Knight is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Knight throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Juarez to regain full guard.
Knight is fighting to break Juarez's control of his arms but Juarez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T1#
Juarez keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Knight throws a sloppy strike and Juarez has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Knight is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Juarez!

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

Event: MILF 110 Young vs Callixtus 3
Date: Jul 31, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Knight dives in and scores a takedown into From Statefarm's guard.
From Statefarm 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.
Knight throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as From Statefarm works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Knight is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
From Statefarm looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Knight keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of From Statefarm's head.
From Statefarm trying to keep a closed guard but Knight is proving a slippery customer.
Knight throws a big right hand that misses.
From Statefarm controls Knight momentarily but Knight frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knight stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. From Statefarm swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Knight postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
From Statefarm working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Knight doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Knight manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Knight throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
From Statefarm looking to control. #SUB#
Knight avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Knight got a little sloppy there for a moment and From Statefarm has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Knight has managed to get both his arms back between From Statefarm's legs - danger averted.
Knight cracks From Statefarm with a solid left hand.
Knight chips away with some ground and pound.
From Statefarm definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Knight controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
From Statefarm working a defensive guard here.
Knight landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
From Statefarm working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Knight doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Knight manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Knight with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Knight avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Knight is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Knight postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Knight works over From Statefarm with some ground and pound from guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knight chips away with some ground and pound.
Knight chips away with some ground and pound.#T3#
Knight makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Knight chips away with some ground and pound.
Knight wants to control from the top but From Statefarm keeps moving.
From Statefarm has control of Knight's left arm, preventing Knight from doing any damage.
From Statefarm is trying to keep Knight in close.
Knight stands up over From Statefarm, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Knight throwing strikes but missing.
Knight lands a couple of elbows.
Knight is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
From Statefarm is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Knight is aware though and is defending well.
Knight is in close to From Statefarm's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4#
Knight 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.
From Statefarm has momentary wrist control but Knight slips an elbow through the middle.
Knight content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Knight trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but From Statefarm manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
From Statefarm trying to control the position from guard on top but Knight is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
From Statefarm stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Knight swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
From Statefarm trying to control the position from guard on top but Knight is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Xavier Knight dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Knight slips a straight right by From Statefarm.
Knight tries to score a power double leg takedown but From Statefarm sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Knight somewhat.
Knight fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but From Statefarm is out of range. #CL#
From Statefarm has managed to clinch.
Knight changes levels and goes for a takedown here. From Statefarm fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Knight throws a hook but From Statefarm blocks it.
Knight misses with an uppercut.
Knight closes the distance and clinches up with From Statefarm, looking for a takedown. Knight pushes From Statefarm against the cage but From Statefarm circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jake From Statefarm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Xavier Knight.
Knight darts in looking for a takedown but From Statefarm gets double underhooks and turns Knight into the cage. #CL#
From Statefarm moves into the clinch.
Knight is trying to maintain a safe position but From Statefarm gets an underhook and turns Knight into the cage.
From Statefarm is defending well against a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bit of stalling here from From Statefarm.
Knight is looking for a takedown up against the cage. From Statefarm gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
From Statefarm misses with some punches. #T1#
Knight wants a takedown but no success here. #TD#
From Statefarm has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Knight uses from the top position. #SUB#
From Statefarm has his foot on Knight's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Knight works his way back into a safe position though.
From Statefarm has his hands on Knight's head, controlling the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Knight's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
From Statefarm 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#
We've been informed that Knight has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
From Statefarm is looking to take a break and control but Knight is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Knight keeping hold of From Statefarm's head, controlling as best he can. #T2#
From Statefarm working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Knight's thigh. Knight counters though and makes it back to full guard.
From Statefarm trying to control the position from guard on top but Knight is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Knight keeping full guard, as From Statefarm tries to pass. #T3#
From Statefarm is working hard here to advance position.
Knight looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
From Statefarm trying to control but Knight is working from the bottom. #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.
From Statefarm slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
From Statefarm wants to control but Knight is keeping him busy.
Knight prevents From Statefarm from improving position.
From Statefarm wants to lay and pray for a moment but Knight keeps working. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Knight gets tackled into the cage by From Statefarm. From Statefarm maintains the clinch. #TD#
From Statefarm pulls Knight into guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jake From Statefarm dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3##CL#
From Statefarm closes the distance and clinches.
Knight is looking to take this one to the mat.
Knight has From Statefarm pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. From Statefarm manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Knight is trying to trip From Statefarm. He has hold of a leg but From Statefarm is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Knight persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
From Statefarm controls Knight momentarily but Knight frees himself. #SUB#
From Statefarm escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Knight gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Xavier Knight has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
From Statefarm had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Knight defends it easily.
From Statefarm seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
Knight lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Knight scoring with punches to the head and body.
From Statefarm working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Knight.
Knight wants to control from the top but From Statefarm keeps moving.
Knight postures up in From Statefarm's guard and throws a big left but From Statefarm blocks it.
Knight scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
From Statefarm is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Knight defends well.
Knight working some strikes from top position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Knight postures up in From Statefarm's guard and throws a big left but From Statefarm blocks it.
Knight scoring with some ground and pound.
Knight controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
From Statefarm trying to control the position.
Knight trying to control the position from guard on top but From Statefarm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Knight lands a couple of decent looking shots.
From Statefarm trying to control the position. #SUB#
From Statefarm has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Knight can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
From Statefarm is trying to keep Knight in close. #T3##SUB#
From Statefarm is looking for a triangle but Knight pushes his legs off easily.
Knight connects with a couple of short punches.
Knight lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Knight working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of From Statefarm's head.
Knight connects with a couple of short punches.
Knight preventing the sweep.
Knight works over From Statefarm with some ground and pound from guard.
Knight sitting in guard, not really doing much.
From Statefarm working a defensive guard here.
Knight scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T4#
Knight lands a couple of decent looking shots.
From Statefarm working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Knight.
Knight postures up and lands a big shot to From Statefarm's brow. #SUB#
From Statefarm escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Knight gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Knight stands up over From Statefarm, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #ROC2#From Statefarm is rocked!
Knight is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Oh From Statefarm is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Knight stopping the sweep attempt from From Statefarm.
Knight working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
From Statefarm working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Knight doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Knight manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Knight must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Knight chips away with some ground and pound.

And that's the end of the fight!
Xavier Knight comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Knight has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Josh West scores the fight 28:29
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Xavier Knight!

Event: MILF 100 Vargas vs Nguana
Date: Jun 29, 2024

#R1#
Knight throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Knight shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Preston as he avoids it easily.
Knight throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Preston sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Knight throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Preston's waist but Preston gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Knight off to one side.
Knight throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Preston's waist but Preston gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Knight off to one side.
It seemed like Preston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xavier Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Preston ducks under a wild hook from Knight.
Preston scores with a crisp jab that stopped Knight in his tracks.
Preston swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Knight fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Preston to the ground. Knight is now in Preston's guard.
Preston controlling Knight's posture.
Knight distracts Preston with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Preston controls Knight momentarily but Knight frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Knight trying to control but Preston is working from the bottom. #T1#
Preston really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Knight. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Knight postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Knight is in close to Preston's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Knight with a flurry of punches that miss.
Knight throws a big right hand that misses.
Preston preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Knight trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Preston looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Preston avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Knight throws a big right hand that misses.
Preston wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Knight in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Knight makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Knight keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Preston's head.
Knight in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Knight throws a big elbow that misses.
Knight loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Knight stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Preston swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Preston keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully.
Knight trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Preston preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Preston keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Knight changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Preston tries to avoid it but Knight manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Preston to the ground. Preston escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Knight takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Knight closes the distance but Preston moves to the side
and Preston counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Knight shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Knight was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The ground and pound from Knight seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T4#
Preston dodges the ground and pound from Knight.
Knight scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Preston to see if he's OK.
Knight trying to control the action but Preston is working from the bottom.
Preston trying to remain calm as Knight controls from the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Preston is trying to control Knight's posture but Knight avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Xavier Knight 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#
Knight throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Knight with a poor takedown
and Preston counters with a stiff right hand.
Danga de danga de dang - Preston scores with a four punch combination!
Preston's coach down at Freaky Fight Club was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Preston's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Knight throws a jab but it's blocked by Preston.
Preston misses the shot to the body.
Knight changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Knight throws a jab when Preston was well out of range.
Preston looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice jab there from Preston. #TD#
Knight shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Preston manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Preston keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully.
Knight landing with the ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knight throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Knight loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knight throws an elbow that misses. Preston uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Knight's guard. Nice move by Preston!#REVB#
Knight 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.
Preston postures up.
Knight wants to sweep but no luck.
Preston being controlled here momentarily.
Xavier Knight overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Knight seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Preston wants to control from the top but Knight keeps moving.
Preston sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
Knight seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Preston thows a left - swing and a miss!
Knight shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Preston as he avoids it easily.
Knight with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Preston to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xavier Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Preston uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knight.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Preston! But no joy.#TD#
Knight drives through with a takedown into guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Preston can do anything to dispel that myth.
Preston not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Preston keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully.
Knight throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Preston is pulling down on Knight's head to control his posture. #T4#
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Knight throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Preston works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Knight throws a big elbow that misses.
Knight throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Knight in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Knight lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Knight postures up in Preston's guard and throws a big left but Preston blocks it.
Knight postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Preston is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
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 Xavier Knight will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Knight fails with a takedown attempt.
Preston throws out a counter right but Knight avoids it with no problem.
A telegraphed right hand from Preston misses the target.
Knight tries for a takedown but Preston sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Knight avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jab, jab by Preston - just one landing.
Xavier Knight seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Preston stuffs the takedown attempt from Knight. Knight gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xavier Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Preston throws a body punch but Knight moves out of range.
Knight feinted with a counter takedown.
Mike Preston seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Preston slips under a jab.
A nice side step and Preston releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Knight shoots in but no luck this time.
Knight shoots for a takedown but Preston saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Knight fails with the takedown
letting Preston counter with a right hand. #T1#
Knight shoots in looking for a takedown. Preston tries to sprawl out of it but Knight keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Preston manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Preston swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Knight shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Preston counters with a straight right hand.
Knight keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Preston misses with a looping left.
Knight keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Preston.
Knight shoots and misses
and Preston counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Preston connects with a body shot that sends Knight's belly button to the back.
Knight throws a big shot that misses.
Knight tries for a takedown but Preston circles away easily
and Preston counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Preston lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Knight at a distance. #T2#
Knight tries for a takedown but Preston sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A low kick from Knight misses
and Knight takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Preston gets caught napping as Knight dives in and scores a takedown. Preston manages to retain guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Preston utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Knight working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Knight wants to control from the top but Preston keeps moving.
Preston trying to control the position.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Preston preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Preston working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Knight. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Knight looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Knight tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Preston counters with a straight right hand.
Knight fails to land the takedown.
Preston let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Preston lands a nice hook to Knight's body. Knight takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Knight shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Preston as he avoids it easily.
Preston scores with a jab to the body.
Knight slips a jab from Preston.
A swing and a miss from Preston.#T4#
Knight is trying hard to land a takedown here. Preston sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
It seemed like Preston was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Knight misses with a takedown
and Preston counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC2#Knight is rocked!
Preston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Oh Knight is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Preston cracks Knight on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Knight falls backwards against the cage. Preston follows up with more strikes that drop Knight to his knees. Preston keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Knight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike Preston!

Event: MILF 79 Barber vs Galecki
Date: Jun 09, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Knight bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Machado is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Knight has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Knight is looking to take a break and control but Machado is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Knight grinds an elbow into Machado's temple.
Machado wants to get back to his feet but Knight drags him back down.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Machado is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Freaky Fight Club, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Machado takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Machado wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Machado takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Machado pushes Knight away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Knight gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Machado takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T1#
Machado is pushing Knight's head away, looking to escape. Knight manages to hold on to the position though.
Knight lands a nice forearm strike.
Machado wants to get back to his feet but Knight is dominant here and he's now got Machado's back!
Machado is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Machado takes a big shot to the side of the head. #ROC2#Machado is rocked!
Machado is trying to stand back up.
Oh Machado is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Machado grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Knight is scoring with a succession of shots from the back. Machado is covering up - he's had enough and the ref steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xavier Knight!

Event: MILF 71 Stout VS Dakat 3
Date: Jun 01, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Knight scores with a takedown into Washington's guard.
Knight is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Knight lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Knight distracts Washington with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Knight wants to control from the top but Washington keeps moving. #SUB#
Washington working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Knight doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Washington is tightening it up a little... Knight has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Knight reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Knight taps out! Nice BJJ there by Washington!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Justice Washington!

Event: MILF 61 Reilly vs Leeuwenhoek
Date: May 19, 2024

#R1#
Ridley lands a slapping body shot.
Ridley connects with a right hand. Knight shakes it off.
A slow jab from Ridley misses its intended target.
Ridley paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ridley misses with a series of wild punches. #TD2#
Knight decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Knight throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Ridley to regain full guard.
Knight lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ridley manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Knight manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Knight 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.
Ridley keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Knight's head.
Ridley working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ridley throws an elbow that misses. Knight uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ridley's guard. Nice move by Knight!#REVB#
Knight is looking to work some ground and pound but Ridley has wrist control.#T1#
Knight pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ridley is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Knight stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Ridley has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Knight manages to get his head free but now Ridley has transitioned to an armbar! Knight grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Ridley! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Luke Ridley!
A relieved looking Luke Ridley thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: MILF 50 Pai vs Raikkonen
Date: May 04, 2024

#R1#
Knight looks to land a right hand but Sackson moved out of range.
Knight misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The fighters circling - Knight throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sackson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Knight throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sackson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Knight stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Xavier Knight seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knight tries for a takedown but Sackson circles away easily
and Sackson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Knight misses with a hook. Sackson ducked under it nicely.
Knight with a lazy takedown attempt
and Sackson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xavier Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Knight looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sackson moves out of range as Knight strikes.
Knight tries to clinch there but Sackson circles away.
A swing and a miss from Knight.#TD#
Knight shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Knight lands a nice short elbow.#T1#
Sackson pushes Knight off looking to stand but Knight dives back in and keeps control.
Sackson is not content to let Knight control the position.
Sackson is trying to stand back up but Knight is controlling him #ES2#
Sackson has one foot on Knight's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Knight wants to land a leg kick but Sackson is out of range.
Sackson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Knight fails with a takedown attempt. #TD#
Knight closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Sackson to the mat! Sackson manages to get full guard.

Sackson pushes Knight off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Knight shoots in for a takedown but Sackson shows good takedown defense. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knight dives in for a single leg takedown but Sackson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Knight looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Knight keeps control of Sackson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Knight wants to take the fight to the mat but Sackson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Knight has Sackson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sackson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Knight tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sackson avoids it.
Sackson wants to break free but Knight has control.
Sackson wants to break free but Knight has control.
Sackson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sackson working hard to break the clinch.#TD#
Knight gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Sackson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Knight scores with a couple of nice shots.
Sackson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sackson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Knight lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Knight is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Sackson tries to kick Knight off but Knight keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T3#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Knight connects with a nice short shot to Sackson's temple.
Sackson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Knight. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Knight scoring with strikes to the body and head. #ROC#Sackson is rocked!
Knight lands a big elbow - Sackson is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Knight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xavier Knight!

Event: MILF Playoff R2 Heavyweights
Date: Apr 17, 2024

#R1#
Knight darts in looking for a takedown but Reilly gets double underhooks and turns Knight into the cage.
Reilly can't find room to land a body shot as Knight controls the action.
Reilly lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Reilly pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Knight definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A swing and a miss from Knight.
The fighters circle momentarily. Reilly darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Knight has his takedown stuffed
and Reilly counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Knight ducks under a wild hook from Reilly.
Knight half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Knight is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Reilly.
Knight fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xavier Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Reilly checks a leg kick.
Reilly has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Knight is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD#
Knight closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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!
Knight lands with a punch from half guard.
Reilly wants to control but Knight is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Knight throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knight wants to lay and pray for a moment but Reilly keeps working.
Knight throwing shots but Reilly is blocking nicely. #T1#
Reilly has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Knight is working away from the top position though.
Knight trying to control from half guard but Reilly is working away.
Knight thows a huge punch but Reilly dodges it nicely.
Knight seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Reilly tries to get to full guard but Knight has control of the leg.
Ground and pound from Knight.
Knight not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Knight lands with a punch from half guard.
Knight is looking to take a break and control but Reilly is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Knight looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Reilly with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Knight wants to control but Reilly is keeping him busy.
Reilly slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Reilly is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Reilly avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Knight postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Knight throwing strikes from guard but Reilly blocks nicely.
Reilly being controlled here, momentarily. #T3##SUB2#
Reilly is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Knight is aware though and is defending well.
Reilly is trying to keep Knight in close.
Knight is looking to work some ground and pound but Reilly has wrist control.
Knight trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Knight postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Knight wants to pass the guard but Reilly is keeping the position.
Knight postures up in Reilly's guard and throws a big left but Reilly blocks it.
Knight stands up over Reilly, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Reilly looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Knight throws a big elbow that misses.
Knight trying to control but Reilly is working from the bottom.
Knight throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Reilly controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Knight waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Reilly.
Knight misses with a right hand
and Reilly counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gregor Reilly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Reilly steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Knight.
Knight throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Reilly swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Reilly catches Knight with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Knight uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Reilly.
A big right from Knight misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Reilly. That snapped Knight's head back.
Xavier Knight seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reilly throws a hook to the side of Knight's head but Knight sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Reilly.
Knight takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
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 Xavier Knight will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Knight takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Gregor Reilly seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Reilly scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Knight misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Reilly scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Reilly with a jab.
Knight doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Reilly counters with a two punch combo. #ROC2#Knight is rocked!
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. Reilly moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Knight! Reilly continues to tee off on Knight, landing with a left and a right! Reilly connects with a right hand that leaves Knight sleeping against the cage! What a finish by Reilly!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Gregor Reilly!
Gregor Reilly decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: MILF Playoff R1 Lightweights
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Gers.
Knight displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gers. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Knight.
Gers on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Gers tries to get out of the position.
Knight cracks Gers with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Gers is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gers pushes Knight away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Knight gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Knight looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Knight lands an elbow. #ROC2#Gers is rocked!
Gers struggling a bit here.
Oh Gers is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Knight working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Gers manages to get back to half guard.
Gers taking some punishment here, with Knight in his half guard.
Knight lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Gers! More strikes land and this one is all over! Knight jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xavier Knight!

Event: MILF 32
Date: Mar 16, 2024

#R1#
Knight is looking to clinch but Ridley is avoiding it. #TD#
Knight drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Ridley is looking for a sweep.
Knight cracks Ridley with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Ridley is looking for a sweep.
Ridley is trying to control Knight's posture but Knight avoids it.
Knight cracks Ridley with a big right hand but Ridley just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Knight working the body and head with strikes.
Ridley parries the strikes from Knight easily there. Knight is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Ridley to escape.
Ridley is trying to get back to half guard.
An elbow from Knight crashes against the mat.
Ridley defending against the ground and pound.
Ridley is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Ridley is trying to control Knight's posture but Knight avoids it.
Knight lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Ridley avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Knight.
Knight working the head with strikes.
Ridley tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Knight cracks Ridley with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Ridley is not content to let Knight control the position.
Knight throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Knight in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
The strikes coming from Knight are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T2#
Check out the look on Knight's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Knight scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Ridley to see if he's OK.
Ridley gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Ridley is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Knight pulls his head out easily.
Ridley is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Knight's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Knight's back!
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!#SUB2#
Ridley looking to break Knight's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Knight remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Ridley will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Ridley lands shots from the back.
Knight definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Knight covering up well and avoiding damage.
Knight trying to control the hands but Ridley breaks the grip. #T3#
Ridley struggling to land strikes to the head as Knight covers up.
Ridley connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Knight to escape the position.
Ridley has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Knight has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Ridley.
Knight trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB2#
Knight defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ridley's arms. #SUB2#
Ridley is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Ridley looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ridley punches Knight on the ear. #T4#
Ridley is trying to control but Knight is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Knight is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Knight wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Ridley.
Ridley tries to control but Knight wriggling away.
Ridley punching from mount but Knight doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Ridley is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Knight is trying desperately to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ridley landing shots from mount.
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 Xavier Knight will probably get the nod.
That's time! Knight's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A big right from Knight misses.
Knight tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ridley sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Knight somewhat.#TD#
Knight shoots in and bounces Ridley off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Ridley looking to hit a scissor sweep but Knight is one step ahead there.
Ridley bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Knight's guard. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ridley tries to free his leg and advance position but Knight is retaining full guard.
Knight seems keen to control Ridley's posture.
Ridley postures up in Knight's guard and throws a big left but Knight blocks it. #T1#
Ridley postures up in Knight's guard and throws a big left but Knight blocks it.
Ridley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Ridley drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Knight dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Ridley lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Ridley pushes down on Knight's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Xavier Knight overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Knight trying to control from the bottom.
Ridley wants to take a breather but Knight is having none of it.
Ridley is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ridley connects with a nice short shot to Knight's temple.
Knight avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ridley.
Knight on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Knight tries to get out of the position.
Knight has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ridley is working away from the top position though.
Ridley trying to control from half guard but Knight is working away.
Knight is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ridley's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ridley's back!
Ridley tries to escape the position.
Even with his hooks in, Knight manages to miss with strikes from the back. #T3#
Knight avoiding Ridley 's attempts to control his hands.
Knight scores with strikes from the back.
Ridley can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ridley manages to reverse the position and now he's in Knight's guard. Nice work there by Ridley.
Ridley wants to control from the top but Knight keeps moving.
Ridley pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Knight is keeping the position for now.
Knight keeping moving, preventing Ridley from controlling successfully. #T4#
Ridley looking to pass the guard.
Ridley throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ridley missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Knight preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Knight controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Knight working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ridley.
Knight looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ridley loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Luke Ridley will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Knight misses with an uppercut.
Ridley lands an overhand right.
Ridley bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ridley! But no joy.
Ridley cracks a nice hook into Knight's ribs.
Knight tries for a takedown but Ridley circles away easily
and Ridley counters with a nice body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Knight.
Knight looks for a takedown but Ridley sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xavier Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ridley bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Knight's head backwards.
Knight misses with a low kick.
Nice body punch from Ridley.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knight shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ridley as he avoids it easily.
Ridley ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#TD2#
Ridley gets a double leg takedown into Knight's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ridley wants to control from the top but Knight keeps moving.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ridley throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Ridley trying to control the position from guard on top but Knight is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ridley throws a big elbow that misses.
Ridley won't allow Knight to sweep him here.
Knight working a defensive guard here.
Ridley throws a strike but Knight rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Ridley is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ridley manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Knight manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T2##SUB2#
Ridley postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Knight is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Ridley, into his guard. #REVR#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ridley holds on and takes a little breather.
Knight trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ridley throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Ridley is trying to control the position but Knight postures up.
Knight throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Knight scoring with punches to the head and body. #T3##SUB2#
Knight avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Knight trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Knight missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Knight throws a big right hand that misses.
Knight cracks Ridley with a solid left hand.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ridley is on top in guard. #REVB#
Ridley wants to control from the top but Knight keeps moving.
Ridley postures up. #T4#
Ridley throws a big elbow that misses.
Ridley working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ridley trying to control the position from guard on top but Knight is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ridley slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ridley misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Ridley landing strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Knight is not content to let Ridley control the position. #SUB2#
Ridley tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luke Ridley comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ridley 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 28:30
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: MILF 26
Date: Mar 06, 2024

#R1#
Knight tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Rivera counters with a left and a right that stings Knight.
Rivera connects with the punch.
Rivera tries to bum rush Knight with a series of wild strikes but Knight uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Knight walks into a jab.
Rivera misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The fight stays on the outside here - Knight looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A nice side step and Rivera releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Knight tries for a takedown but Rivera sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Despite the aggression on Rivera's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Knight pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rivera is out of range and Knight settles back down.
Rivera displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Knight.
Knight wants to clinch
and Rivera counters with a series of strikes. Knight will be more careful next time no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Knight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xavier Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fight stays on the outside here - Knight looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rivera looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Knight tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rivera defends well and Knight ends up having to push Rivera into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T1#
Knight misses with a punch to the body.
Rivera gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Knight.
Rivera prevents the takedown attempt.
Rivera has Knight pushed against the cage.#TD2#
Rivera pulls Knight into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Knight throws a big right hand that misses.
Knight trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rivera wants to stand up but Knight is controlling him.
Knight with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
Rivera wants to stand but Knight is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rivera keeping full guard, as Knight tries to pass. #ES2#
Rivera scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Rivera swats away the attempt to clinch by Knight.
Rivera now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Knight shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A punch combination from Rivera misses.
Knight slips a jab and a cross from Rivera.
Knight slips a jab and a cross from Rivera.
Rivera tries to bum rush Knight with a series of wild strikes but Knight uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3#
Rivera avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rivera throws a counter combo.
Xavier Knight seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rivera rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Knight moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Knight looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#TD#
Knight dives in and scores a takedown into Rivera's guard.
Rivera keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully.
Knight is working Rivera over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Rivera keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully.
Rivera wants to stand and escape but Knight is having none of it.
Knight throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Knight trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Knight chips away with some ground and pound.
Knight 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.#T4#
Rivera is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Knight is controlling him.
Knight scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Knight lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Knight scoring with some ground and pound. #ROC#Rivera is rocked!
Knight connects with a couple of short punches.
Rivera is still in real trouble! Can Knight finish him?
Knight sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rivera's guard.
Knight lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Rivera! More strikes land and this one is all over! Knight jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xavier Knight!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 15, 2024

#R1#
Knight misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Knight showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Yoottawaree.
Knight shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Yoottawaree sprawls well. Yoottawaree wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Knight gets slowly back to his feet.
Knight is looking to clinch.
Xavier Knight seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No luck for Knight with that takedown attempt.
Sudarat Yoottawaree has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Xavier Knight.
Knight tries to clinch but Yoottawaree moves out of range.
Yoottawaree pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Yoottawaree lands a head kick!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knight tries to clinch but Yoottawaree is having none of it.
Knight looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Yoottawaree lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A swing and a miss from Knight.
Knight takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Yoottawaree could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Knight tries to close the distance and clinch but Yoottawaree swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Yoottawaree throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Knight closes the distance but Yoottawaree moves to the side
and Yoottawaree counters with a one-two to the body.
Yoottawaree avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A big right from Knight misses.
Knight is looking to clinch.
Sudarat Yoottawaree is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yoottawaree circles away from the clinch attempt.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Yoottawaree - that will leave a mark!
Yoottawaree looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Knight moves in looking to clinch but Yoottawaree pushes him off.
Knight is looking to clinch.
Knight tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Yoottawaree manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Knight avoids the head kick by Yoottawaree.
Knight shoots in and drives through. Yoottawaree sprawls well.
Knight looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Knight shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Yoottawaree as he avoids it easily.
Knight shoots for a takedown but Yoottawaree saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Knight tries to close the distance and clinch but Yoottawaree swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Yoottawaree.
Knight tries to clinch up.
Knight tries to clinch up.
Knight tries for a takedown but Yoottawaree sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knight tries to clinch up but Yoottawaree circles away and keeps his distance.
Yoottawaree misses with a head kick.
Yoottawaree throws a sloppy head kick and Knight moves out of range easily. #TD2#
Knight looking to score a takedown here. Yoottawaree is defending well but Knight drives through and ends up in Yoottawaree's guard.#SUB#
Yoottawaree is looking for a triangle but Knight pushes his legs off easily.
Yoottawaree is breathing heavily.
Yoottawaree working a defensive guard here.
Knight lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Yoottawaree wants to stand but Knight is controlling the position.
Knight makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knight trying to control the position from guard on top but Yoottawaree is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Knight working some strikes from top position.
Knight is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Knight connects with a couple of short punches.
Knight with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#ROC2#Yoottawaree is rocked!
Knight scoring with some ground and pound.
Oh Yoottawaree is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Knight postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Knight lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Knight slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Knight working some strikes from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Knight gets to his feet and stands over Yoottawaree, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Yoottawaree felt that one! Knight unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Yoottawaree from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xavier Knight!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 24, 2024

#R1#
That kick from Doe tenderised Knight's leg. Knight is trying to keep his angry face on.
Doe shoots in and drives through. Knight sprawls well.
Knight fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Doe fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Knight shoots in but no luck this time.
Knight shoots in but Doe avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xavier Knight. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Doe fails to land the takedown.
Knight closes the distance and clinches up with Doe, looking for a takedown. Knight pushes Doe against the cage but Doe circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Doe shoots in and drives through. Knight sprawls well.
Doe scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Doe gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knight is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Knight drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Doe gets the underhooks and prevents it. #TD#
Knight lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Doe is in trouble now - Knight has advanced to mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Doe working to try and regain half guard.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Knight cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Doe is trying desperately to improve position.
Knight is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Knight sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Doe trying desperately to get to his feet.
Knight can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Doe is looking to escape.
Knight postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Doe looks a forlorn figure. #T2#
Doe is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Knight lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Knight in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Knight scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Knight 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.
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!
Doe is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Knight trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Knight takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Doe is bucking up trying to escape but Knight cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Doe in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Knight working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Knight controlling the position easily from mount. #T3#
Knight landing punches.
Knight looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Knight landing strikes from the mount and Doe is in trouble!
Knight controlling his opponent.
Knight lands a nice shot to the head.
Doe looks winded!
Knight has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Doe's face. #ROC#Doe is rocked!
Knight controlling from mount.
Knight landing strikes from the mount and Doe is in trouble!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
BOOM! Knight connects with a massive shot to the dome! #T4#
Knight cracks Doe with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Doe is still in real trouble! Can Knight finish him?
Knight cracks Doe with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xavier Knight!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 19, 2024

#R1#
Knight fails with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Haraguchi rushes Knight and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Knight drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Haraguchi stalling the fight.
Knight tries to score a body lock takedown but Haraguchi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Shin Haraguchi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Xavier Knight.
Haraguchi lands a nice uppercut.#TD#
Haraguchi has Knight pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Haraguchi pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Knight tumbling to the mat - Haraguchi dives into Knight's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knight wants to sweep here but Haraguchi controlling him for the moment.
Knight is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T1#
Haraguchi tries to free his leg and advance position but Knight is retaining full guard.
Haraguchi has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Knight is on top in guard. #REVB#
Haraguchi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Knight landing some decent shots from guard.
Haraguchi knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Knight on the ground.
Knight won't allow Haraguchi to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Haraguchi working for a triangle but Knight defends it easily.
Knight wants to control from the top but Haraguchi keeps moving. #ES#
Haraguchi is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T2##TD2#
Knight is trying to trip Haraguchi. He has hold of a leg but Haraguchi is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Knight persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Knight 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.
Knight content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Knight lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Knight chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Haraguchi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Knight is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Knight postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T3#
Knight working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knight lands a couple of elbows.
Knight with a nice head shot there.
Haraguchi on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Haraguchi tries to get out of the position.
Haraguchi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Knight wants to control from the top but Haraguchi keeps moving.
Knight is stalling in the full guard.
Haraguchi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Knight is one step ahead there.
Knight landing some decent shots from guard.
Haraguchi wants to get back to his feet but Knight is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #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.
Knight scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Knight passes Haraguchi's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Knight connects with a nice short shot to Haraguchi's temple.
Haraguchi is looking for a sweep. Knight is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Knight wants to lay and pray for a moment but Haraguchi keeps working.
Knight looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Knight is looking to take a break and control but Haraguchi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Knight has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Knight scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Knight controlling the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Knight prevents Haraguchi from standing back up.
Haraguchi is trying to get back to full guard.
Knight content to control rather than advance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Xavier Knight will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Haraguchi shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Haraguchi showed some decent athleticism there.
Knight is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Knight has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Haraguchi is working away from the top position though.
Knight regains full guard. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knight managing to control the position.
Knight's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T1#
Haraguchi wants to control from the top but Knight keeps moving.
Knight looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Knight is controlling Haraguchi's posture.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Knight fails with a takedown attempt.
Haraguchi stuffs the takedown attempt from Knight. Knight gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Haraguchi closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Haraguchi has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Knight regains guard immediately. #T2#
Knight pulls Haraguchi in close to his closed guard and prevents Haraguchi from doing any damage or advancing position.
Knight 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.
Knight keeping moving, preventing Haraguchi from controlling successfully.
Haraguchi preventing the sweep.
Haraguchi has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Knight is proving hard to escape from.
Haraguchi trying to control the position from guard on top but Knight is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Knight has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Knight shoots in and drives through. Haraguchi sprawls well.
Shin Haraguchi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Xavier Knight.#TD#
Haraguchi fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Knight to the ground. Haraguchi is now in Knight's guard.
Knight looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Haraguchi wants to control from the top but Knight keeps moving.
Haraguchi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Knight can do to turn this around?
Knight looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Knight keeping moving, preventing Haraguchi from controlling successfully. #T4#
Knight managing to control the position.
Knight 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.
Knight keeping moving, preventing Haraguchi from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Haraguchi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Knight lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shin Haraguchi dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Haraguchi drives through with a takedown into Knight's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Knight wants to sweep but no luck.
Haraguchi trying to control but Knight is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Haraguchi has gone for a leg lock! Knight slips out almost immediately though and dives into Haraguchi's guard.#REVB#
Knight is in close to Haraguchi's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Knight distracts Haraguchi with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knight trying to control but Haraguchi is working from the bottom.
Knight chips away with some ground and pound.
Knight cracks Haraguchi with a solid left hand.
Haraguchi trying to keep a closed guard but Knight is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
Haraguchi wants to sweep but no luck.
Knight trying to control but Haraguchi is working from the bottom.
Knight advances position into side control!
Knight in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Knight trying to control the action but Haraguchi is working from the bottom.
Knight is chipping away with strikes. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Haraguchi wants to get back to his feet but Knight drags him back down.
Haraguchi is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Knight creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Haraguchi is trying to get back to half guard.
Knight is looking to take a break and control but Haraguchi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Knight controls the position from side control.
Knight works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T3#
Knight laying and praying for a moment but Haraguchi takes advantage and regains half guard.
Knight tries to pass the half guard into mount. Haraguchi knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Haraguchi has hold of Knight's hands but Knight slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Knight scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Haraguchi is looking to improve his position.
Knight is pressing down on Haraguchi's thigh, looking to free his foot. Haraguchi is holding on for now.
Haraguchi makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Haraguchi.
Knight content to stall in guard here. #T4#
Knight slips nicely into half guard.
Knight slips a nice elbow through Haraguchi's hands, connecting with Haraguchi's forehead.
Knight slows the pace down in half guard.
Knight lands with a punch from half guard.
Haraguchi is trying to get back to full guard.
Knight wants to control but Haraguchi is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Knight seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Knight not doing much here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Xavier Knight comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Knight has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:29
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Xavier Knight!

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