Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: BC FIGHT NIGHT 12
Date: Oct 02, 2024

#R1#
Jackson lands with an uppercut that bounces Green off the cage and back into range.
Jackson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jackson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nice uppercut there from Green.
A left and a right from Green both land. Nice combination.
A head kick misses from Jackson.
Jackson is breathing heavily.
Jackson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jackson wants it to stay on the feet.
Green feints a kick and comes over the top with a right hand, followed by a left hook - both land, sending Jackson crashing to the mat! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Draymond Green!

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 90
Date: Sep 07, 2024

#R1#
Messi slips under a jab.
Jackson looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!#TD2#
Messi shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Messi showed some decent athleticism there.
Messi not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Messi lands with a punch from half guard.
Messi stops Jackson from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Messi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Jackson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Well, if Messi is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Messi uses his free foot to push down on Jackson's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Jackson. #SUB2#
Jackson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Messi. #T2#
Messi controlling from the full mount.
Let's hope that Messi has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Messi pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#SUB2#
Messi is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Jackson has managed to escape the submission attempt. #T3#
Messi landing strikes from the mount.
BOOM! Messi connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Messi lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Messi looking to finish Jackson with some ground and pound. This is bad for Jackson!#SUB2#
Jackson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Messi.
Messi unloading with bombs!
Messi with the ground and pound from mount. #T4##SUB2#
Jackson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Messi.
Messi looking to control and managing it successfully.
Jackson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Leonard Messi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Messi shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Jackson's guard.
Messi showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Jackson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Messi postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Messi thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Jackson is working an open guard so Messi takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
Messi closes the distance and clinches. #T1##BC2#
Messi breaks the clinch.
Duane Jackson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Messi scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ROC2#Jackson is rocked!
Messi looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Oh Jackson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
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. Messi connects with a nice short shot to Jackson's temple.
Ground and pound from Messi.
Messi looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Messi is continuing to stall.
We've been informed that Messi has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SU2#
Messi stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Jackson to get to his feet. #CL2#
Messi forces Jackson back against the cage and clinches.
Messi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Jackson wants to get back to striking at distance but Messi won't allow it. #TD2#
Messi drags the fight down to the ground.
Messi is adopting a defensive guard.
Jackson prevents Messi from getting back to his feet.
Messi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Messi is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Jackson seems to have got his legs back now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Messi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Jackson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Leonard Messi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Messi throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Messi wants to pass to mount but Jackson is defending the position.
Messi with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Messi is working for a submission of some sort. #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.
Messi works his way into side control.
Messi working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Messi is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Jackson's shoulder. That is not cool.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Messi is working Jackson over with some ground and pound from side control.
Messi tries to move to mount but Jackson blocks the move with his legs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Leonard Messi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Messi looks for the body kick but Jackson saw that one coming.
Jackson throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and Messi counters by clinching up.
Messi stalling against the cage.
Messi slows down the pace here. #TD2#
Messi decides to pull guard.
Jackson won't allow Messi to get back to his feet.
Messi trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Messi seems keen to control Jackson's posture.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Messi can do anything to dispel that myth.
Messi looking for a sweep. Not yet Messi, not yet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Messi trying to control the position here.
Messi bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jackson's guard. #REVB##SU2#
Messi gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Messi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Messi lands with a hook. Jackson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL2#
Messi clinches with his opponent. #TD2#
Messi works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Messi manages to pass to side control. #T2##REVR##SUB2#
Messi is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jackson defends it well.
Messi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#T3##SUB2#
Messi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Messi lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SU2#
Messi gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Duane Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Jackson gets tackled into the cage by Messi. Messi maintains the clinch.
Duane Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Messi goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jackson prevents it. #TD2#
Messi is trying to trip Jackson. He has hold of a leg but Jackson is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Messi persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Messi controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Messi pushing down on Jackson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Messi uses his free foot to push down on Jackson's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Jackson. #SU2#
Messi stands up from mount. Strange move.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Jackson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Messi to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Messi is standing up over Jackson. Jackson looks to escape but Messi dives into side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Duane Jackson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Messi 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 28:29
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 27:29
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leonard Messi!
Leonard Messi opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 76
Date: Aug 10, 2024

#R1#
Jackson is looking to land body kicks.
Jackson looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
A solid leg kick lands there for Dibiassi.
Jackson misses with a leg kick
and Dibiassi counters with a stiff right hand.
Dibiassi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jackson.
Dibiassi lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Jackson backs up against the cage.
Jackson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick and Dibiassi moves out of range easily.
Good leg kick by Dibiassi.
Jackson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dibiassi.
We've been told by Jackson's head coaches at BANZAI COMBAT ACADEMY MONTREAL that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Dibiassi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jackson. That did some damage!
Dibiassi lands a nice shot to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dibiassi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dibiassi thumps Jackson with a low kick.#T1#
Jackson walks into a stiff left hand from Dibiassi.
Dibiassi lands with a kick to the temple. Jackson shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Jackson misses with a head kick.
A combination from Dibiassi does no damage.
Dibiassi feints a jab promting Jackson to slip. Dibiassi then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Jackson slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Jackson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dibiassi lands a jab-cross combination.
Dibiassi shoots in and drives through. Jackson sprawls well.
A quick step to the side and Jackson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch combination from Jackson misses.
Jackson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dibiassi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dibiassi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dibiassi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T2#
Jackson misses with a combination
and Dibiassi counters with a stiff right hand.
Jackson misses with a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dibiassi! But no joy.
Dibiassi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dibiassi connects with the punch.
Dibiassi connects with a leg kick.
Jackson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dibiassi connects with the punch.
Dibiassi feints and then cracks Jackson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jackson down.
Dibiassi lands with a good body shot.
A lazy left from Dibiassi finds it's target.
Jackson misses with a kick to the body
and Dibiassi counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Dibiassi.
Jackson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Dibiassi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Dibiassi tries a quick counter leg kick but Jackson is wise to it.
A punch combination from Dibiassi misses.
Jackson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dibiassi.
Dibiassi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dibiassi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dibiassi moves away from the strike by Jackson.
A head kick by Jackson misses
and Dibiassi counters with a one-two to the body.
Dibiassi shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense.
A left and a right from Dibiassi both land. Nice combination.
Dibiassi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Jackson had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jackson sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#T4#
Dibiassi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jackson to score with a decent uppercut.
Duane Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dibiassi.
Jackson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dibiassi with a hook.
Jackson throws a lazy uppercut
and Dibiassi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dibiassi thows a body kick. Jackson tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Jackson misses with a head kick.
Dibiassi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A lazy left from Dibiassi finds it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dibiassi lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Jackson throws a hook to the side of Dibiassi's head but Dibiassi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jackson throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Dibiassi to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Dibiassi dominated that round.
That's time! Jackson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Jackson throws a head kick but Dibiassi moves out of range.
Dibiassi is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Dibiassi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dibiassi.
Jab by Dibiassi.
Jackson misses with a kick to the body
and Dibiassi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jackson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Dibiassi scores with a hook.
Dibiassi uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dibiassi scores with a spinning back kick!
Jackson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Dibiassi's corner calls for a 1-2. Dibiassi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice leg kick from Dibiassi, right into the meat of the thigh.
A left and a right from Dibiassi both land. Nice combination. #ROC2#Jackson is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dibiassi stuns Jackson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Oh Jackson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Dibiassi!
Dibiassi lands a high kick!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jackson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dibiassi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Jackson gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Dibiassi counter with a right hand.
Jackson throws a lazy head kick
and Dibiassi counters with a left and a right that stings Jackson.
Jackson throws a lazy body kick
and Dibiassi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jackson throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Dibiassi to counter with a crisp jab.
Dibiassi takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Dibiassi lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Dibiassi throws a sloppy head kick and Jackson moves out of range easily.
Dibiassi blocks a head kick by Jackson.
Dibiassi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jackson doesn't seem bothered though.
Jackson thows a leg kick but Dibiassi checks it
and Dibiassi counters with a low kick, right behind Jackson 's knee.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jackson throws a lazy head kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Dibiassi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jackson circles away quickly and effectively.
Jackson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Dibiassi counters with an inside leg kick.
Dibiassi lands an overhand right.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dibiassi. That's going to slow Jackson down.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Jackson might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dibiassi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dibiassi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jackson tries to score with a low kick but Dibiassi moves his leg out of the way.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick
and Dibiassi counters with an inside leg kick.
Jackson has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#T2#
Dibiassi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dibiassi throws a one two combo.
Dibiassi lands a really nice looking cross but Jackson seems unphased.
Jackson takes a kick to the side of the head.
Jackson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dibiassi.
Jackson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dibiassi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dibiassi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jackson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dibiassi lands with an overhand left.
Dibiassi lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Jackson backs up against the cage.
A cross from Dibiassi lands.
Jackson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dibiassi.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses
and Dibiassi counters with a left and a right that stings Jackson.
Jackson throws a chopping leg kick but Dibiassi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Dibiassi connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jackson momentarily.
Sloppy strikes from Jackson. Those never looked like landing.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick
and Dibiassi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Joey Dibiassi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jackson misses with a kick to the body
and Dibiassi counters with a stiff right hand.
Dibiassi connects with an inside leg kick.
Dibiassi lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Jackson throws a head kick but Dibiassi moves out of range. #T3#
Dibiassi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson lands a front kick.
Duane Jackson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jackson moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Jackson misses with a hook. Dibiassi ducked under it nicely.
Dibiassi blocks a head kick by Jackson.
Dibiassi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dibiassi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Jackson ducks right into an uppercut from Dibiassi.
Duane Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jackson tries to land a body kick
and Dibiassi counters with a nice uppercut.
Dibiassi misses with a two punch combination.
Jackson swings widly with a right hand
and Dibiassi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jackson looks to land a left hand but Dibiassi moved out of range nicely.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dibiassi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jackson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jackson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Dibiassi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A nice leg kick from Jackson, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dibiassi is looking to slow Jackson down with leg kicks.
A lazy body kick from Jackson
and Dibiassi counters with a straight right hand.
Jackson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dibiassi throws a fast counter high kick but Jackson manages to duck under it in time.#T4#
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick
and Jackson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dibiassi checks the leg kick nicely there.
Dibiassi avoids the head kick by Jackson.
Some wild striking there from Jackson.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses
and Dibiassi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dibiassi avoids the head kick by Jackson.
Dibiassi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jackson lands a right hook to the body.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little jabbing left from Dibiassi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jackson seems to have got his legs back now.
Dibiassi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A head kick misses from Jackson.
Dibiassi throws out a counter right but Jackson avoids it with no problem.
Dibiassi misses with a double jab.
Jackson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jackson.
Dibiassi is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Dibiassi lands a nice shot that snaps Jackson's head back.
Dibiassi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joey Dibiassi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Jackson tries to land a leg kick but Dibiassi saw it coming and moves away.
Jackson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A jab from Jackson misses.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Jackson takes one to the side of the head.
An inside leg kick lands from Dibiassi.
Dibiassi throws a series of strikes that have Jackson backpedaling.
Jackson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick
and Dibiassi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Dibiassi. That one must have hurt.
Jackson misses with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dibiassi lands a leg kick that knocks Jackson off balance momentarily.
Dibiassi fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jackson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Dibiassi jabs Jackson right on the nose. Jackson blinks but takes it well.
Dibiassi takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick
and Dibiassi counters with a straight right hand.
Dibiassi lands a head kick!
Jackson misses with a head kick.
Jackson throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Dibiassi counter with a right hand.
Dibiassi moves out of range as Jackson strikes.
Jackson looks to land a body kick but Dibiassi moved away.
Dibiassi tries to bum rush Jackson with a series of wild strikes but Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jackson shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Dibiassi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jackson.#T2#
Jackson stuffs the takedown.
Jackson misses with a left hand
and Dibiassi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dibiassi fails to land with a series of punches.
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!
Jackson walks into a left hand.
Jackson throws a head kick but Dibiassi moves out of range.
Jackson throws a combination that misses
and Dibiassi counters with a series of strikes. Jackson will be more careful next time no doubt.
Sloppy strikes from Jackson. Those never looked like landing.
A combination from Dibiassi does no damage.
Dibiassi is working the combinations to good effect here.
Dibiassi avoids the head kick by Jackson.
Jackson fails to land with a series of punches.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick
and Dibiassi counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #T3#
Dibiassi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target.
Dibiassi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jackson with a body shot.
Jackson looks for the body kick but Dibiassi saw that one coming.
Dibiassi scores with a leg kick.
Dibiassi scores with a leg kick.
Jackson throws a head kick but Dibiassi moves out of range.
Jab from Jackson.
Dibiassi sizes up Jackson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dibiassi blocks a head kick by Jackson.
Jackson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses
and Dibiassi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Duane Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Horrible takedown attempt by Dibiassi or perhaps it was just good defense by Jackson, which made it look bad.
Jackson looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick and Dibiassi moves out of range easily.
Dibiassi scoring well with a low kick there.
Jackson throws a body kick that misses
and Dibiassi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dibiassi is looking to slow Jackson down with leg kicks.
Jackson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dibiassi checks it well.
A head kick by Jackson misses
and Dibiassi counters with an outside leg kick.
Dibiassi connects with a high kick.
Jackson misses with a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Dibiassi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dibiassi lunges at Jackson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jackson's hand.
Joey Dibiassi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dibiassi fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Dibiassi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dibiassi 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Dibiassi!

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 66
Date: Jul 20, 2024

#R1#
A low kick from Jackson misses #TD#
and Haley counters with a single leg into guard. Jackson didn't expect that.
Jackson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Haley is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Haley is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Jackson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Haley. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Haley drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Haley jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Haley wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving. #SUB#
Haley postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Jackson is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Haley, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Haley looking for a triangle here. Jackson is fighting it but it looks tight! Haley pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Jackson is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Lukas Haley!

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 49
Date: Jun 22, 2024

#R1#
Lee throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jackson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jackson looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Decent striking displayed by Lee there.
A telegraphed right hand from Jackson misses the target.
Jackson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#KD2#
Lee steps into range and cracks Jackson with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Jackson flops backwards and Lee dives into his guard looking to finish! #ROC2#Jackson is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oh Jackson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lee is looking to work some ground and pound but Jackson has wrist control.#SU2#
Lee stands and steps away. Jackson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
We've been told by Jackson's head coaches at BANZAI COMBAT ACADEMY MONTREAL that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lee circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Jackson tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Lee wins by KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nathan Lee!

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 36
Date: May 26, 2024

#R1#
Haley misses with a combination
and Jackson counters with a stiff right hand.
Jackson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Haley fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Haley really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Jackson misses with a body kick.
Jackson misses with a series of wild punches.
Jackson stuffs the takedown.
The fight stays on the outside here - Haley looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Haley fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Haley misses with a few strikes there.
Jackson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Haley misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jackson feints a counter leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lukas Haley. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Jackson misses with a head kick.
Haley is looking to clinch.
Duane Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Haley walks into a jab.
Jackson misses with a head kick.
Haley seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#TD#
Haley shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Haley looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
Haley's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Haley's shoulder, as Haley tries to avoid the shot.
Haley seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD#
Haley closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Haley wants to pass to mount but Jackson is defending the position. #SU#
Haley decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Jackson throws a head kick but Haley moves out of range. #TD#
Haley scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SU#
Haley decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Haley throws a head kick but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson throws a counter combo.#TD#
Haley drives through with a takedown into Jackson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Haley looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Haley has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
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 Lukas Haley will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Haley bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Haley controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Further stalling from Haley.
Jackson is breathing heavily.#T1#
Jackson stops Haley from passing to mount.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Haley controlling the position from side mount. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Haley darts in looking for a takedown but Jackson gets double underhooks and turns Haley into the cage.
Jackson throws a big counter head kick but Haley avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Haley blocks it with crossed arms.
Jackson tries to break the clinch but Haley is controlling the position. #BC#
Haley breaks from the clinch.
Haley dives in and grabs Jackson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jackson pushes down on Haley's head and hops out.
Haley fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lukas Haley. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jackson scores with a nice body kick. #TD#
Haley closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jackson's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Haley controlling from the top position. #SU#
Haley gets to his feet - Jackson follows without any prompting. #T3#
Haley has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jackson finds it's way round the side to connect with Haley's head.
Haley swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson tries a head kick but it misses.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
Jackson misses with a straight left.
Jackson looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Haley decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Jackson's guard.
Haley stays in close to Jackson's body and controls the position.
Jackson is trying to control the position but Haley postures up. #T4#
Haley controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Haley seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Jackson for as long as he can get away with.
Jackson has control of Haley's left arm, preventing Haley from doing any damage.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Haley showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
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 Lukas Haley will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Jackson looks to land a right hand but Haley moved out of range.
Lukas Haley is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Haley gets the takedown into side control.
Haley controlling from side mount.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Haley.
Jackson prevents Haley from moving into mount.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Haley decides to stand up, so the ref orders Jackson to his feet. #T1#
Haley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Haley fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #TD#
Haley drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet but Haley is dominant here and he's now got Jackson's back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Haley controlling from the back.#T2#
Jackson is trying to stand back up.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Haley seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T3#
Haley continues to stall.
Jackson trying to control the position but Haley manages to sink in the hooks.
Duane Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jackson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Haley.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Haley is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Lukas Haley is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lukas Haley!

Event: BC FIGHT NIGHT 5
Date: Apr 24, 2024

#R1#
Jackson scores with a jab. De Rabat acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jackson falls off balance throwing a combination
and De Rabat counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jackson walks into a jab.
Jackson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by De Rabat.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick and De Rabat moves out of range easily.
A cross from De Rabat lands.
Jackson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#TD2#
Jackson gets caught flat footed, as De Rabat shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.

Jackson pushes De Rabat off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson throws a head kick that misses
and De Rabat connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jackson throws a lazy uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
De Rabat connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jackson's hands.
Jackson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jackson wants it to stay on the feet.
Jackson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
De Rabat shoots in looking for a takedown but Jackson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing De Rabat's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jackson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
We've been told by Jackson's head coaches at BANZAI COMBAT ACADEMY MONTREAL that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jackson looks to throw a body kick
and Jackson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jackson is breathing heavily.#T1#
Jackson throws out a leg kick but De Rabat moves out of range and Jackson only half commits.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses.
Jackson throws a head kick but De Rabat moves out of range.
A lazy body kick from Jackson
and De Rabat counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Jackson is rocked!
De Rabat pounces like a tiger and cracks Jackson with a vicious hook! Jackson is down but not out! De Rabat follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Augier De Rabat!
Augier De Rabat really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that BANZAI COMBAT NUTRITION logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: BC FIGHT NIGHT 1
Date: Mar 20, 2024

#R1#
Jackson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dibiassi tries a head kick but it misses.
Dibiassi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Dibiassi misses with a two punch combination.
Jackson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Dibiassi avoids the head kick by Jackson.
Dibiassi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dibiassi slaps away a takedown attempt from Jackson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dibiassi tries to clinch up.
Donk. Dibiassi catches Jackson right on the button with a cross.
Dibiassi throws a right hand that Jackson ducks under and follows up with a left that Jackson also avoids with ease.
Jackson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A good leg kick by Jackson.
Dibiassi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dibiassi lands a jab.
Jackson misses with a body kick.
Jackson looks for the body kick but Dibiassi saw that one coming.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jackson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dibiassi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dibiassi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1#
Jackson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dibiassi pushes Jackson away with a front kick.
Jackson keeps the fight on the outside.
Jackson closes the distance and clinches up with Dibiassi, looking for a takedown. Jackson pushes Dibiassi against the cage but Dibiassi circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jackson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #TD2#
Dibiassi closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jackson's guard.

Jackson has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Dibiassi has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Dibiassi fails to pull guard. #BC#
Jackson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jackson throws a push kick but Dibiassi slaps the foot to one side.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dibiassi misses with a series of wild punches.
Jackson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson connects with a right hand. Dibiassi shakes it off.
Jackson throws a sloppy head kick and Dibiassi moves out of range easily.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jackson is breathing heavily.#T2##TD#
Jackson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Dibiassi is trying to defend but Jackson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Dibiassi is trying to escape back to his feet but Jackson uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Dibiassi is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Jackson is controlling him well.
Jackson misses with the ground and pound.
Dibiassi is trying to improve his position.
Dibiassi wants to get back to his feet but Jackson drags him back down.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Check out the look on Jackson's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
The strikes coming from Jackson are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Jackson misses with the ground and pound.#T3#
Jackson scoring with punches from side control.
Dibiassi is trying to get back to his feet.
Jackson has control of an arm but Dibiassi manages to advance to Jackson's back!
Jackson prevents Dibiassi from getting a body triangle.
Jackson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#ES#
Jackson is trying to shake Dibiassi off. He's managed it and has hopped back to his feet! Dibiassi won't be happy about giving up the dominant position.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jackson.
Jackson misses with a few strikes there.
Dibiassi flicks out a counter leg kick but Jackson steps away.
Jackson looks for a takedown but Dibiassi sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Duane Jackson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jackson is looking to score with low kicks.
Dibiassi misses with the combination.
We've been told by Jackson's head coaches at BANZAI COMBAT ACADEMY MONTREAL that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T4#
Dibiassi fails to land with a series of punches.
Dibiassi leaves Jackson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jackson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Jackson throws out a leg kick but Dibiassi moves out of range and Jackson only half commits.
Dibiassi defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jackson.
Dibiassi with a jab.
Dibiassi lets loose with a powerful body kick. Jackson will feel that in the morning.
Dibiassi blocks a head kick by Jackson.
Dibiassi tries to counter with a clinch but Jackson shakes him off and moves away.
Jackson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dibiassi's waist but Dibiassi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jackson off to one side.
Jackson attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Joey Dibiassi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dibiassi misses with a head kick.
Dibiassi blocks a head kick by Jackson.
Dibiassi is looking to clinch.
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 Duane Jackson will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Jackson does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A good leg kick by Dibiassi.
Jackson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.
Decent striking displayed by Jackson there.
Dibiassi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jackson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dibiassi avoids it really well and circles away.
Dibiassi feints and then cracks Jackson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jackson down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dibiassi checks a low kick from Jackson.
Jackson on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Jackson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
That kick from Jackson tenderised Dibiassi's leg. Dibiassi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dibiassi wants to clinch up but Jackson keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Dibiassi tries to clinch up but Jackson circles away and keeps his distance.
Good shot there by Dibiassi.
Jackson misses with a double jab.
Dibiassi bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Dibiassi falls off balance throwing a combination
and Jackson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dibiassi wants to clinch up but Jackson keeps it at a distance.
Dibiassi cracks Jackson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dibiassi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jackson avoids the head kick by Dibiassi.
Joey Dibiassi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jackson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dibiassi pinned against the cage. Dibiassi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A big right from Jackson misses.
Dibiassi wants to counter with a clinch but Jackson pushes him away.
Dibiassi throws a push kick but Jackson slaps the foot to one side.
Jackson lands an overhand right.#T2#
Dibiassi takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dibiassi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dibiassi throws a low kick but Jackson moves out of range easily.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses.
Dibiassi shapes to counter with a head kick.
Dibiassi throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
Dibiassi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson throws a low kick but Dibiassi avoids it.
Dibiassi scores with a kick to the midsection.#TD#
Jackson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dibiassi sprawls well initially but Jackson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Jackson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Jackson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3#
Jackson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jackson lands with a punch from half guard.
Jackson lands strikes from half guard.
Dibiassi is trying to stand back up but Jackson is controlling him
Jackson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dibiassi has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jackson 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.
Jackson sitting and controlling from the 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. Jackson connects with a nice short shot to Dibiassi's temple.
Dibiassi has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jackson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Jackson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Dibiassi won't allow Jackson to pass to mount.
Jackson stops Dibiassi from getting back to his feet.
Jackson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Jackson prevents Dibiassi from improving his position.
Jackson slips a nice elbow through Dibiassi's hands, connecting with Dibiassi's forehead.
Jackson working Dibiassi over with strikes.
Dibiassi is trying to stand back up but Jackson is controlling him
Nice strikes from Jackson there.
Jackson working the head and body with strikes.
Dibiassi is trying to stand up here but Jackson is controlling him well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Duane Jackson dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Jackson misses with a body kick.
A jab from Dibiassi misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Dibiassi.
Jackson throws a body kick that misses
enabling Dibiassi to counter with a crisp jab.
Dibiassi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dibiassi lands with a hook. Jackson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Jackson is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Jackson throws the kick towards the body but Dibiassi avoids it.
Nice body kick from Jackson.
Dibiassi moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Dibiassi moves out of range of the body kick.
Jackson looks for the body kick but Dibiassi saw that one coming.
Jackson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Dibiassi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Duane Jackson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dibiassi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dibiassi throws a leg kick that is checked
and Jackson counters with a one-two to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jackson is defended easily by Dibiassi.#T1#
Jackson shoots in looking for a takedown. Dibiassi tries to sprawl out of it but Jackson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dibiassi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Jackson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Dibiassi - the referee stops the clock and Jackson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Dibiassi. Jackson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Dibiassi avoids the head kick by Jackson.
Dibiassi sizes up Jackson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dibiassi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jackson circles away quickly and effectively.
Dibiassi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dibiassi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jackson - that will leave a mark!
Dibiassi moves out of range of the body kick.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses.
Dibiassi fails to land with a series of punches.
Dibiassi lunges at Jackson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jackson's hand. #T2#
Jackson moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Duane Jackson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dibiassi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jackson in his tracks.
Dibiassi scores with a nice strike.
Dibiassi tries to clinch there but Jackson circles away.
Jackson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dibiassi avoids it really well and circles away.
Jackson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dibiassi.
A head kick misses from Jackson.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Dibiassi. Jackson shrugs it off though.
Jackson throws a jab but it's blocked by Dibiassi. #T3#
Dibiassi checks a low kick from Jackson.
Jackson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Dibiassi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dibiassi cracks Jackson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Good work by Dibiassi as he checks the leg kick.
Dibiassi misses with a head kick.
Dibiassi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dibiassi looks to land a left hand but Jackson moved out of range nicely.
Dibiassi doesn't manage to clinch there - Jackson circles away.
Dibiassi blocks a head kick by Jackson.
Dibiassi throws a nice looking combination but Jackson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dibiassi takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Dibiassi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jackson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dibiassi scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Jackson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice uppercut there from Dibiassi.
Jackson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Dibiassi works the jab nicely.
Jackson shoots in but no luck this time.
Dibiassi throws a series of punches but Jackson avoids them all with ease.
Jackson throws a body kick that misses.
Jackson has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Jackson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Dibiassi moves out of range as Jackson throws a body kick.
Jackson closes the distance and clinches up with Dibiassi, looking for a takedown. Jackson pushes Dibiassi against the cage but Dibiassi circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dibiassi feints a jab promting Jackson to slip. Dibiassi then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Jackson slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Joey Dibiassi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dibiassi is looking to slow Jackson down with leg kicks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Dibiassi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jackson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Joey Dibiassi!

Event: QFC Tournament 1184 Round 4
Date: Mar 07, 2024

#R1#
Jackson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wawrzyniak tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jackson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wawrzyniak.
Jackson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Wawrzyniak throws a hook but Jackson blocks it.
Jackson works over Wawrzyniak's head and body with a nice combination.
Jackson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Wawrzyniak jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wawrzyniak misses with a looping left.
Wawrzyniak fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wawrzyniak.
Wawrzyniak throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from Jackson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wawrzyniak tries to bum rush Jackson with a series of wild strikes but Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Wawrzyniak's shoulder, as Wawrzyniak tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Wawrzyniak on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Wawrzyniak jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jackson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wawrzyniak.
Jackson looks to land a combination but Wawrzyniak avoids it well.
Wawrzyniak swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jackson counters with a nice kick to the body.
Wawrzyniak throws out a loose jab but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Jackson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wawrzyniak slips a straight right by Jackson.
Jackson closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Wawrzyniak throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wawrzyniak looks to land a left hand but Jackson moved out of range nicely.
Jackson jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Wawrzyniak slips a jab and a cross from Jackson. #T2#
Wawrzyniak throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jackson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Wawrzyniak fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Wawrzyniak is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wawrzyniak swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jackson.
Jackson tries to land a leg kick but Wawrzyniak saw it coming and moves away.
A jab from Wawrzyniak misses.
Wawrzyniak misses with an uppercut
and Jackson counters with a two punch combo.
Jackson connects with a single shot there.
Wawrzyniak moves out of range of the strikes.
Wawrzyniak misses with a body shot.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wawrzyniak ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jackson misses with a few strikes there.
Wawrzyniak throws out a counter right but Jackson avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Jackson defending well as Wawrzyniak loads up on a big left hand.
Jackson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wawrzyniak throws a series of punches but Jackson avoids them all with ease.
Wawrzyniak throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wawrzyniak misses the shot to the body.
Jackson is looking for a counter combo.
Wawrzyniak misses with a wild body shot.
Wawrzyniak fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Wawrzyniak ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
Wawrzyniak looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wawrzyniak throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Jackson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jackson avoids the body shot from Wawrzyniak.
A left and a right from Wawrzyniak both land. Nice combination. #T4#
Jackson is looking to score with low kicks.
Jackson connects with a body shot that sends Wawrzyniak's belly button to the back.
Wawrzyniak fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jackson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wawrzyniak throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wawrzyniak blocks a jab.
A low kick lands for Jackson.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wawrzyniak tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jackson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wawrzyniak.
Jackson lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Nice cross by Wawrzyniak.
Wawrzyniak looks to score with a jab to the body but Jackson is just out of range.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wawrzyniak.
A little jabbing left from Wawrzyniak on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jackson throws a solid leg kick but Wawrzyniak takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jackson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tobiasz Wawrzyniak will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Jackson walks into a jab.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Wawrzyniak's shoulder, as Wawrzyniak tries to avoid the shot.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Jackson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Wawrzyniak blocks a head kick by Jackson.
A jab from Wawrzyniak misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wawrzyniak throws a hook to the side of Jackson's head but Jackson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from Jackson misses.
Wawrzyniak thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
Jackson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1#
Wawrzyniak misses the jab.
Jackson throws a jab when Wawrzyniak was well out of range.
Wawrzyniak throws an overhand right that lands on Jackson's shoulder, as Jackson tries to avoid the shot.
Wawrzyniak fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Wawrzyniak misses with a left hand
and Jackson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wawrzyniak digs a good body shot into Jackson's ribs.
Tobiasz Wawrzyniak seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jackson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tobiasz Wawrzyniak seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wawrzyniak with a nice cross.
Jackson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Wawrzyniak lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wawrzyniak thuds a left hand into Jackson's body.
A jab from Jackson does it's job there.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wawrzyniak throws out a loose jab but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wawrzyniak takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Jackson throwing a counter right hand but Wawrzyniak manages to avoid it.
Jackson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jackson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jackson throws an off balance right hand
and Wawrzyniak makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wawrzyniak. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wawrzyniak looks to land a left hand but Jackson moved out of range nicely.
Jackson moves away from the strike by Wawrzyniak.
An attempted straight right counter from Jackson misses the target.
Wawrzyniak throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jackson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wawrzyniak looks to land a right hand but Jackson moved out of range.#T3#
Jackson avoids the body shot from Wawrzyniak.
Jackson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Wawrzyniak. Those never looked like landing.
Wawrzyniak throws a lazy right hand but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wawrzyniak lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wawrzyniak thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wawrzyniak lands a jab.
Jackson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wawrzyniak misses with a looping left.
Wawrzyniak fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jackson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wawrzyniak throws a hook but Jackson blocks it.#T4#
Jackson moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Wawrzyniak slips under a jab from Jackson.
Jackson throws a leg kick but Wawrzyniak sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Wawrzyniak throws a shot from downtown. Jackson moves away and avoids it.
Danga de danga de dang - Wawrzyniak scores with a four punch combination!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wawrzyniak lands a body shot.
Wawrzyniak throws a right hand that misses
letting Jackson counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheers as Wawrzyniak lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jackson doesn't seem phased though.
Jackson throws a head kick that half lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wawrzyniak. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wawrzyniak thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tobiasz Wawrzyniak showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Wawrzyniak swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jackson defending well as Wawrzyniak loads up on a big left hand.
Jackson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wawrzyniak misses the shot to the body.
Wawrzyniak has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wawrzyniak throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson throws a quick counter head kick but Wawrzyniak was just out of range.
Wawrzyniak throws a shot from downtown. Jackson moves away and avoids it.
A big right from Jackson misses.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
and Wawrzyniak connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wawrzyniak ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
Jackson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson avoids the body shot from Wawrzyniak.
Wawrzyniak looks to throw the jab but Jackson is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Jackson misses the target.
Wawrzyniak throws a lazy right hand but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jackson takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Wawrzyniak misses with a hook. Jackson ducked under it nicely.
As Wawrzyniak backs away, Jackson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jackson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jackson throws the kick towards the body but Wawrzyniak avoids it.
A nice side step and Wawrzyniak releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Jackson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jackson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wawrzyniak! But no joy.
Jackson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jackson slips under a jab.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Jackson might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Jackson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wawrzyniak.
Jackson is looking to counter punch.
Wawrzyniak punishes Jackson's body with a nice straight punch.
Jackson slips under a jab.
Jackson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Wawrzyniak thuds a left hand into Jackson's body.
A left lands for Wawrzyniak.
Good standup being displayed there by Wawrzyniak as he connects with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jackson ducks right into an uppercut from Wawrzyniak.
Wawrzyniak waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jackson.
Jackson misses with a straight left.
It seemed like Wawrzyniak was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A shot to the liver by Jackson. Beautiful body shot.
Jackson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wawrzyniak throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Wawrzyniak throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wawrzyniak pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Jackson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T3#
Jackson slips a jab from Wawrzyniak.
Jackson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Wawrzyniak on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from Wawrzyniak.
Wawrzyniak throws a big shot that misses.
Wawrzyniak fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Wawrzyniak misses the target.
Jackson moves out of range as Wawrzyniak strikes.
Wawrzyniak scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jackson doesn't seem bothered though.
Wawrzyniak lands a slapping body shot.
Duane Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Jackson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wawrzyniak sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jackson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A lazy left from Wawrzyniak finds it's target.
Jackson throws out a powerful jab.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
and Wawrzyniak cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wawrzyniak connects with a looping right hand.
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!
Wawrzyniak uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jackson.
As Jackson backs off Wawrzyniak throws a huge counter combo but Jackson manages to avoid it all.
Jackson moves out of range of the strikes.
Jackson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Wawrzyniak bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wawrzyniak throws a shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Jackson.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tobiasz Wawrzyniak comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Wawrzyniak 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight for Tobiasz Wawrzyniak!
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight for Tobiasz Wawrzyniak!
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight for Tobiasz Wawrzyniak!

Tobiasz Wawrzyniak wins by unanimous decision!
A victorious Tobiasz Wawrzyniak thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: QFC Tournament 1184 Round 3
Date: Mar 06, 2024

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Welch or perhaps it was just good defense by Jackson, which made it look bad.
It looked like Jackson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jackson lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Welch has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Welch and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Welch showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jackson. #TD2#
Welch shoots in and gets a takedown into Jackson's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Welch wants to pass the guard but Jackson is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Welch is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Welch wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving. #ES#
Jackson has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Welch has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Welch tries for a takedown but Jackson manages to get underhooks.
Jackson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Welch prevents it. #TD2#
Welch has picked Jackson up - he's going for a ride! Welch dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Welch is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jackson is just riding it out for now. Welch eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Welch is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jackson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1##SUB2#
Welch seems to be looking for submissions.
Jackson is in trouble now - Welch has advanced to mount!
Welch content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Welch has hold of Jackson's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Jackson manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Welch controlling his opponent. #T2##SUB2#
Welch is working for a guillotine from mount but Jackson frees his head quite easily.
Jackson is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy. #SUB2#
Welch working for a guillotine from mount but Jackson is in no mood to give up.
Welch trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jackson is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Jackson is squirming around, avoiding Welch's attempts to control the action.
Welch won't let Jackson get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Jackson is squirming around, avoiding Welch's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Welch working for a guillotine from mount but Jackson is in no mood to give up. #T3#
Jackson wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here. #SUB2#
Welch goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Jackson is on top in guard.
Welch is trying to control the position but Jackson postures up.
Jackson preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Welch looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Jackson passes into half guard.
Welch tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet. #T4##SUB2#
Welch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Welch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Welch is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jackson pulls his head out easily.
Jackson tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Welch.
Jackson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Welch on the ground.
Welch is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jackson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jackson's back!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Welch looking for the choke but no joy.
Jackson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Welch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Baron Welch dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Jackson thuds his shin into the meat of Welch's side.
Jackson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#TD2#
Jackson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.

Jackson pushes Welch off and scrambles back to his feet.
Jackson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Jackson scores with a punch to the head.
Jackson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jackson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Welch fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jackson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jackson throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Welch shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jackson as he avoids it easily.
Duane Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Baron Welch.
Jackson throws a looping overhand right but Welch ducks down to avoid it.
Jackson lands with a straight right. Welch didn't see that one coming.
Welch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jackson throws out the jab.
Welch is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jackson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jackson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Welch's shoulder, as Welch tries to avoid the shot.
Jackson misses with a double jab. #T1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Jackson!
Jackson is looking to chop away at Welch's legs.
Welch changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jackson tries to avoid it but Welch manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jackson to the ground. Jackson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Welch looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jackson jabs Welch right on the nose. Welch blinks but takes it well.
Welch fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Welch is breathing heavily.
Jackson lands a nice looking body shot.
Welch checks the leg kick.
Welch tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jackson defends well and Welch ends up having to push Jackson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jackson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Welch fails to land the takedown.
Jackson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Welch can do to turn this around?
Welch shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jackson sprawls well. Jackson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Welch gets slowly back to his feet.
Duane Jackson is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice shot by Jackson.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jackson sizes up Welch with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nice uppercut lands for Jackson. That snapped Welch's head back.
Jackson connects with an inside leg kick.
Jackson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jackson is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Jackson lands with a slapping head kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD2#
Welch looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Welch stops Jackson from standing up.
Jackson trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#ES#
Jackson has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Welch has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Welch is looking for a takedown.
Welch tries to score a body lock takedown but Jackson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Jackson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Jackson wants a takedown but no success here. #T3##BC#
Jackson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jackson is looking to slow Welch down with leg kicks.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Duane Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson cracks Welch with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nice sprawl there from Jackson as Welch shoots in.
Welch takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Duane Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jackson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Welch shoots in looking for a takedown. Jackson tries to sprawl out of it but Welch keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jackson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jackson tries to bum rush Welch with a series of wild strikes but Welch uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Welch shoots in for a takedown but Jackson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jackson, as that shot connected.
A jab lands there for Jackson.
Welch takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Welch takes one to the chin there.
Jackson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Jackson scores with a jab to the head.
Jab, jab by Jackson - just one landing.
Welch shoots in looking for a takedown. Jackson tries to sprawl out of it but Welch keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jackson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice cross by Jackson.
Welch walks into a left hand.
Jackson is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#TD2#
Welch scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Jackson pushes Welch away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Welch gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2#
Welch working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#ES#
Jackson explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Duane Jackson dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Jackson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Welch shoots for a double leg takedown but Jackson sprawls well. He's pushed Welch's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jackson is looking to counter punch.
Jackson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Welch in his tracks.
An inside leg kick lands from Jackson.
Jackson looks to land a left hand but Welch moved out of range nicely.
Welch is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jackson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Welch has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jackson lands a head kick!
Welch shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jackson pinned against the cage. Jackson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Duane Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Baron Welch.
Jackson throws a jab but it's blocked by Welch.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jackson misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Welch or perhaps it was just good defense by Jackson, which made it look bad. #CL2#
Welch rushes Jackson and presses him up against the cage.
Welch takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jackson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Welch pulls his leg out and moves away.
Jackson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Welch. Welch circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
A head kick misses from Jackson.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Welch.
Welch gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jackson.
Welch shoots in looking for a takedown. Jackson tries to sprawl out of it but Welch keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jackson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Welch.
Jackson looks to land a left hand but Welch moved out of range nicely.
Jackson throws a leg kick but Welch sees it coming and moves out of range.
Welch shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jackson but Jackson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Jackson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jackson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Welch.
Jackson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2##TD2#
Welch closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Welch stalling. #SUB2#
Welch is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jackson is just riding it out for now. Welch eventually gives up the hold.
Welch wants to free his trapped foot but Jackson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson is trying to stand back up but Welch is controlling him
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Jackson pushes Welch off looking to stand but Welch dives back in and keeps control. #T3##SUB2#
Welch seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Jackson is defending against the submission attempts here by Welch.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jackson with a hook.
Jackson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jackson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Welch checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Welch with the counter takedown but Jackson avoids it easily.
Jackson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Welch fails to land the takedown.#T4#
Welch looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jackson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jackson swings for the body but Welch moves out of range.
Welch feints the counter takedown.
Baron Welch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jackson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Jackson throws a body punch but Welch moves out of range.
Welch takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Good standup being displayed there by Jackson as he connects with a hook.
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!
Jackson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A low kick lands for Jackson. #CL2#
Welch gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Jackson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Welch misses with the head strike.
Welch trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Jackson breaks from the clinch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight for Duane Jackson!
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight for Duane Jackson!
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight for Duane Jackson!

Duane Jackson wins by unanimous decision!
Duane Jackson made sure to mention his sponsor, BANZAI COMBAT NUTRITION in his post fight interview.

Event: QFC Tournament 1184 Round 2
Date: Mar 05, 2024

#R1#
Song staying out of range there.
Song looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jackson swinging wildly here.
Song has a takedown stuffed.
Duane Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson connects with an inside leg kick.
Song gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CUT2#It looks like Jacob Song has been cut.
Jackson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jackson cracks a nice hook into Song's ribs.
Jackson looks to land a right hand but Song moved out of range.
Song tries to counter with a takedown but Jackson is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Song walks forward, straight into a front kick from Jackson.
Jackson leaves Song with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jacob Song. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Song on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A cross from Jackson lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Song slips a straight right by Jackson.#T1#
Jackson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Song.
Jackson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jackson throws out a powerful jab.
Jackson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Jackson lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Jackson scores with the left hand. Song knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC2#Song is rocked!
Jackson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Crack! A monster head kick from Jackson and Song falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Jackson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Duane Jackson!
After the big win, Duane Jackson made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors BANZAI COMBAT NUTRITION and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: QFC Tournament 1184 Round 1
Date: Mar 04, 2024

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Jean.
Jean darts in looking for a takedown but Jackson gets double underhooks and turns Jean into the cage.
Jackson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#TD#
Jean turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Jean manages to end up in side control.
Jean grinds an elbow into Jackson's temple.
Jackson is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Jean controls the position.
Jean scoring with punches and elbows. #SU#
Jean decides to stand up, so the ref orders Jackson to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jean looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jackson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jean momentarily.
Jackson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jean has time to react.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jackson misses with a body kick.
Jean looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Duane Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Jackson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jean's sensitive parts.
Jackson with a nice cross.
Jackson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jackson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson tries to clinch there but Jean circles away.
Jackson with a nice cross.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jean appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Duane Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jackson throws a leg kick which misses Jean's front leg but catches the back leg as Jean tries to avoid it. #CL#
Jean rushes Jackson and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Jackson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jackson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Jean.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jean is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jackson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL#
Jean drives through and clinches with Jackson against the cage. #T2#
Jean has Jackson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Jackson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chris Jean. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Jackson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jackson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jackson lands a body shot.
A nice leg kick from Jackson, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jackson keeps the fight on the outside.
Jackson misses with a looping right.
Jean doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jackson misses the jab.
Jean shoots for a takedown but Jackson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nice body punch from Jackson.
Jackson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jackson stuns Jean with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jean is breathing heavily.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jackson tries a head kick but it misses.
Jackson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jean looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jackson connects with the punch.#T3#
Jackson misses with a body shot.
Jackson connects with the punch.
Jean shoots in but Jackson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That kick from Jackson tenderised Jean's leg. Jean is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL2#
Jackson instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Jackson jumps into guard, dragging Jean to the mat.
Jackson wants to stand up but Jean is controlling him. #ES2#
Jackson has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Jean is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#BC2#
Jackson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jackson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T4#
Jean takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jackson cracks a nice hook into Jean's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jean throws a big counter combination but Jackson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jackson scores with a head kick. Jean tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Jackson misses with a double jab.
Jackson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jean circles away quickly and effectively.
Jean is looking to counter the offense by Jackson and move into the clinch.
Jean has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jackson.
Jean takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jackson moves in looking to clinch but Jean pushes him off.
Jean fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Jackson scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jackson scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jackson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Duane Jackson dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Jackson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jackson swings for the body but Jean moves out of range. #CL2#
Jackson moves into the clinch.
Jackson tries to pull guard but Jean forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Jackson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Jean walks away with a smile on his face. Jackson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Jackson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jean is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jackson misses with a head kick. #TD#
Jean drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jackson tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Jackson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jean. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet. #T1#
Jean struggling to keep hold of the position.
Good control from Jean.
Jackson is covering up but some of the strikes from Jean are getting through and doing damage.
Jackson is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Jean tries to keep control of the position but Jackson is staying busy.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet.
Jean lands a shot to the body. #T2#
Jackson is trying to stand back up. #ES2#
Jackson is trying to get back to his feet. He's worked up on to his knees and now he's on his feet with his head on the canvas, trying to shake Jean off. It looks like it's working - Jean slides off, much to his dismay, and we're back to standing! Jackson displaying calm under pressure there.
Chris Jean is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jackson throws a series of strikes that have Jean backpedaling.
Jean bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jean fails to land with a series of punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jackson throws a body punch but Jean moves out of range.
Jean tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Jackson manages to circle out of the way.
Jackson thuds a left hand into Jean's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Jean takes the fight into the clinch. #T3##BC2#
Jackson breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Jackson closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Jackson jumps guard and drags Jean to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #ES2#
Jackson has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Jean is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Jackson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jean just stands there and leans against the cage.
Chris Jean has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Duane Jackson.
Jackson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jean struggles to land a body shot inside as Jackson controls his hands. #TD#
Jean is trying to trip Jackson. He has hold of a leg but Jackson is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Jean persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Jackson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Jean is standing up over Jackson. Jackson looks to escape but Jean dives into side control. #T4##SUB#
Jean tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Jackson wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Duane Jackson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Jean has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jean there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jackson tests Jean's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jean takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jackson.
Jackson scores with a nice strike.
Jackson tries to clinch #TD#
and Jean counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jean.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jean is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet but Jean is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SU#
Jean decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Jackson, up you get! #T1#
A nice leg kick from Jackson, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jackson throws out a powerful jab.
Jackson misses with a straight left.
Jean tries to clinch but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson tries to clinch but Jean is having none of it.
Jackson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Jean bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jackson misses with a straight right.
Jackson wants to clinch up but Jean keeps it at a distance.
Jackson lands a really nice looking cross but Jean seems unphased.
Jackson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jackson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Jackson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jean throws a nice looking combination but Jackson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL2#
Jackson moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Jean breaks from the clinch.
Jean looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab by Jackson.
Jackson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jackson throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Jean bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jean moves away.
Jean went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Jean rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jackson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Jean gets tackled into the cage by Jackson. Jackson maintains the clinch.
Jean jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Jackson walks away with a smile on his face. Jean gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2#
Jackson instigates a clinch.
Jean can't get the takedown. #BC2#
Jackson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jean wants to clinch.
Jackson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3#
Jean fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chris Jean. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jean chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jackson can pounce on him.
Jackson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jackson is looking to slow Jean down with leg kicks.
Jean doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Danga de danga de dang - Jackson scores with a four punch combination!
Jackson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jeans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jackson lands a front kick.
Jean walks into a straight right hand from Jackson.
Duane Jackson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jackson tries to clinch but Jean moves out of range.
Jackson lands a nice shot to the body.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jean shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jackson defends it nicely.#T4#
Jackson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jean scores with a head kick. Jackson tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Jackson lands with an uppercut that bounces Jean off the cage and back into range.
Jackson with a nice cross.
Jean doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jackson clobbers Jean with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Jackson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jean.
Jackson lands a jab to Jean's midsection.
Jackson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CL2#
Jackson clinches. #BC2#
Jackson breaks the clinch.
Jackson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Chris Jean has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jackson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jean manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Alec Ball scores the fight for Duane Jackson!
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight for Duane Jackson!
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight for Duane Jackson!

Duane Jackson wins by unanimous decision!

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