Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: Gc162
Date: Aug 12, 2017

#R1#
Saraste punishes Man's body with a nice straight punch.
Saraste is trying hard to land a takedown here. Man sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Man looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Man feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB#
Man thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Man throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Man stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Saraste swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Man working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Saraste has Man pulled in close to control his posture.
Man postures up in Saraste's guard and throws a big left but Saraste blocks it.
Man will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Man got a little sloppy there for a moment and Saraste has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Man has managed to get both his arms back between Saraste's legs - danger averted.
Saraste is trying to control the position but Man postures up.
Saraste keeping full guard, as Man tries to pass.
Man lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Man won't allow Saraste to get back to his feet.
Man keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Saraste's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Man throwing strikes but missing.
Man postures up in Saraste's guard and throws a big left but Saraste blocks it.
Man looking to pass the guard.
Man working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Man throwing strikes from guard but Saraste blocks nicely.
Connects with an elbow from the bottom, proving to the judges that he's still active off his back.
Man keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Saraste's head.
Saraste pulls Man in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Man drops back looking for a leg! Saraste is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Saraste manages to kick Man off! Man jumps back into Saraste's guard.
Saraste manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Man manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T2##SUB#
Saraste avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Saraste is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Saraste scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Man is looking to cinch up a triangle. Saraste throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Man's body to avoid the submission. Man has instead reached around Saraste's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Man arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Skeng Man!
After the big win, Skeng Man made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Urban Fighter and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: Gc 158
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Saraste gets a takedown into half guard.
Saraste throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Saraste missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Saraste is looking for a kimura but Sauced is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Saraste to get the leverage.
Saraste is looking to take a break and control but Sauced is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sauced keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sauced controlling the position for now.
Sauced has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Saraste is working away from the top position though.
Saraste is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Sauced! #T1#
Saraste throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Saraste throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Sauced because Saraste loaded up on that one.
Saraste throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Saraste putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#CUT2#
It looks like Stew Sauced has been cut.
Saraste wants to control the pace but Sauced is squirming around nicely.
Saraste tries to push Sauced's head away but Sauced is holding on tight.
Saraste postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Sauced looks a forlorn figure.
Saraste postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Sauced in real trouble here! The ref calls for Sauced to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Konstantin Saraste!
Konstantin Saraste very nearly forgot to thank MayheM sportswear amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: ABW 39
Date: Jul 04, 2017

#R1##CL#
Gamztkhanov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Gamztkhanov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Wrecking Ball prevents it.
Wrecking Ball stops a takedown attempt from Gamztkhanov. #BC2#
Wrecking Ball pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wrecking Ball looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A shot to the liver by Wrecking Ball. Beautiful body shot.#CL2#
Wrecking Ball drives through and clinches with Gamztkhanov against the cage. #TD#
Gamztkhanov has Wrecking Ball pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Gamztkhanov pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Wrecking Ball tumbling to the mat - Gamztkhanov dives into Wrecking Ball's guard.#SUB#
Gamztkhanov has gone for a leg lock! Wrecking Ball slips out almost immediately though and dives into Gamztkhanov's guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wrecking Ball scoring with punches to the head and body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wrecking Ball is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Gamztkhanov working for a triangle but Wrecking Ball defends it easily.
Wrecking Ball stands up over Gamztkhanov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1#
Wrecking Ball postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Gamztkhanov covers up, he's hurt! Wrecking Ball keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Wrecking Ball and the ref steps in to end the fight! Wrecking Ball can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boon Wrecking Ball!
Boon Wrecking Ball decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 129
Date: Jun 26, 2017

#R1#
Provenza takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dog Iii misses with an attempted mid kick.
Provenza with a poor takedown
and Dog Iii counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Dog Iii scores with a hook.
Dog Iii cracks Provenza with a good jab.
Provenza ducks under a wild hook from Dog Iii.
Dog Iii throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Provenza counter with a right hand.
Dog Iii slips under a jab.
Dog Iii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Provenza on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dog Iii. Dog Iii obviously looking to wear him down.
Dog Iii throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Provenza sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dog Iii misses with a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A low kick from Dog Iii misses #TD2#
and Provenza counters with a shoot takedown. Dog Iii fights it but they end up in guard.
Dog Iii seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Provenza in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dog Iii pulls Provenza in to control the position.
Dog Iii is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Provenza in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Dog Iii working a defensive guard here.
Dog Iii has momentary wrist control but Provenza slips an elbow through the middle.
Provenza stopping the sweep attempt from Dog Iii.
Dog Iii keeping full guard, as Provenza tries to pass.
Provenza working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Provenza postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Provenza accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Provenza working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dog Iii's head.
Dog Iii controls Provenza momentarily but Provenza frees himself.
Dog Iii has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Provenza thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Dog Iii wants to sweep here but Provenza controlling him for the moment.
Provenza has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Provenza postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Provenza lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Provenza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dog Iii is keeping the position for now.
Dog Iii managing to control the position.
Dog Iii is trying to keep Provenza in close. #T3#
Provenza missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dog Iii has his hands on Provenza's head, controlling the position.
Provenza won't allow Dog Iii to sweep him here.
Dog Iii avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dog Iii pulls Provenza in close to prevent any damage.
Dog Iii wants to sweep but no luck.
Provenza with a flurry of punches that miss.
Provenza throwing strikes from guard but Dog Iii blocks nicely.
Dog Iii looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Provenza is fighting to break Dog Iii's control of his arms but Dog Iii is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Provenza throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dog Iii works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dog Iii is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Provenza with a flurry of punches that miss.
Provenza passes Dog Iii's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Nice strikes from Provenza there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Provenza is pressing down on Dog Iii's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dog Iii is holding on for now.
Provenza throwing shots but Dog Iii is blocking nicely.
Dog Iii is controlling Provenza's trapped leg to prevent Provenza from advancing to side control.
Dog Iii avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Provenza.
Provenza missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dog Iii makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dog Iii.
Dog Iii manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Provenza manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Provenza lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
That's time! Dog Iii's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Dog Iii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Provenza.
It looked like Dog Iii wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dog Iii thuds his right hand into Provenza's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Provenza throws out a powerful jab.
Provenza takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dog Iii lands a really nice looking cross but Provenza seems unphased.
Provenza goes for a double leg but Dog Iii avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dog Iii continues to drive forward.
Provenza throws a poor cross that misses
and Dog Iii counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Provenza misses with a wild body shot.
Dog Iii appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#TD2#
Provenza shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Provenza was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
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!
Provenza working away.#SUB2#
Provenza tries for a kimura but Dog Iii is defending well.
Dog Iii wants to control but Provenza postures up.#T1#
Dog Iii tries to bench press Provenza off him but Provenza keeps the position.
Dog Iii wants to control but Provenza postures up.
Dog Iii parries the strikes from Provenza easily there. Provenza is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Dog Iii to escape.
Provenza throws an elbow but Dog Iii slips to the side and avoids it well.
The strikes coming from Provenza are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Dog Iii tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Provenza wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Provenza tries for a kimura but Dog Iii is defending well.
Dog Iii sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Provenza thows a huge punch but Dog Iii dodges it nicely.
Dog Iii is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dog Iii is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Provenza's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Provenza's back!
Provenza tries to escape but Dog Iii has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T2#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Dog Iii controlling the positon.
Provenza manages to reverse the position and now he's in Dog Iii's guard. Nice work there by Provenza.
Provenza connects with a couple of short punches.
Provenza working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dog Iii's head.
Provenza preventing the sweep.
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!
Provenza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dog Iii is keeping the position for now.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Provenza has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dog Iii is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Provenza thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dog Iii working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Provenza.
Dog Iii pulls Provenza in to control the position. #T3#
Dog Iii looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Provenza throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Provenza drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dog Iii dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Dog Iii trying to control but Provenza is working from the bottom.
Dog Iii is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Dog Iii is sitting in close to Provenza's body. Provenza has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Dog Iii is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Dog Iii is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Provenza.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 129
Date: Jun 26, 2017

#R1#
Pulis misses with a hook.
Pulis stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pulis wants it to stay on the feet.
Pulis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lazaro walks into a left hand.
Pulis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lazaro.
Pulis throws a hook but Lazaro blocks it.#CL2#
Pulis has managed to clinch. #BC#
Lazaro breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pulis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lazaro.
It seemed like Pulis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lazaro moves out of range of the strikes.
Pulis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lazaro manages to avoid it.
Lazaro is looking to clinch.
It seemed like Pulis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pulis drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Lazaro right on the button. Lazaro goes down! Pulis follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Pulis gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jasper Pulis!

Event: MMAHelsinki - 125
Date: Jun 11, 2017

#R1##TD#
Kalashnikov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Kalashnikov working away.
Provenza is looking to regain half guard here but Kalashnikov keeps moving and retains side control.
A lull in the action here as Kalashnikov stalls from top position.
Kalashnikov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Provenza to see if he's OK.#SUB#
Kalashnikov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kalashnikov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Provenza gets back to half guard.
Kalashnikov controlling the action here.
Provenza is trying to maintain the position but Kalashnikov is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov working Provenza over with strikes. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nice strikes from Kalashnikov there. #T1#
Kalashnikov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Provenza trying to hold on to Kalashnikov's head to control him but Kalashnikov postures up.
Kalashnikov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kalashnikov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
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. Kalashnikov connects with a nice short shot to Provenza's temple. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Provenza defends it well.
Provenza taking some punishment here, with Kalashnikov in his half guard.
Kalashnikov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Provenza flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Provenza throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Provenza moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Provenza keeping moving, preventing Kalashnikov from controlling successfully.
Kalashnikov 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.#T2#
Provenza wants to sweep here but Kalashnikov controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kalashnikov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a solid left hand.
Kalashnikov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kalashnikov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Kalashnikov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kalashnikov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Provenza looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kalashnikov is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Provenza working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kalashnikov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kalashnikov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a solid left hand.#T3#
Provenza is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Kalashnikov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kalashnikov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Provenza's head.
Provenza working a defensive guard here.
Kalashnikov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Provenza's head.
Kalashnikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Provenza is retaining full guard.
Kalashnikov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kalashnikov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalashnikov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kalashnikov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Kalashnikov looks up at the clock and then as Provenza takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kalashnikov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kalashnikov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Provenza is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Kalashnikov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Provenza down.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a big right hand but Provenza just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Provenza gets back to half guard.
Kalashnikov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Provenza is trying to get back to full guard.
Kalashnikov is trying to control. Provenza wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Provenza wants to get back to full guard.
Kalashnikov is trying to control the action in half guard but Provenza is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kalashnikov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kalashnikov trying to control from half guard but Provenza is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalashnikov working over Provenza with some ground and pound. Provenza looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kalashnikov wants to pass to mount but Provenza is defending the position.
Provenza is not content to let Kalashnikov control the position.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Provenza doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kalashnikov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Provenza is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kalashnikov.
Provenza leaves Kalashnikov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Silvio Provenza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The crowd cheers as Provenza lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kalashnikov doesn't seem phased though.
Provenza looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kalashnikov is fending him off so far but Provenza persists. Nope, Kalashnikov circles away and we're back to standing.
Kalashnikov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kalashnikov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Kalashnikov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Provenza sprawls well initially but Kalashnikov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Kalashnikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kalashnikov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Kalashnikov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Provenza can do to turn this around?
Kalashnikov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Provenza with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T1#
Provenza wants to improve his position but Kalashnikov is controlling well. #SUB2#
Provenza actively working from the bottom here.
Kalashnikov controlling the pace.
Kalashnikov is trying to control the action in half guard but Provenza is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back.
Provenza is looking to improve his position.
Provenza on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Provenza wants to improve his position but Kalashnikov is controlling well. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2#
Provenza tries to get to full guard but Kalashnikov has control of the leg.
Kalashnikov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Kalashnikov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Provenza sees it coming and defends easily.
Provenza is staying active underneath Kalashnikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kalashnikov prevents Provenza from improving his position.
Kalashnikov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kalashnikov is trying to control. Provenza wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Provenza is looking to escape.
Provenza is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard.
Provenza is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalashnikov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kalashnikov controlling the action here.#T3#
Kalashnikov lands with a punch from half guard.
Provenza is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard.
Kalashnikov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Provenza missing with punches from the bottom.
Provenza is staying active underneath Kalashnikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Kalashnikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Provenza punching from the bottom.
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. Kalashnikov connects with a nice short shot to Provenza's temple.
Provenza is looking for a sweep. Kalashnikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Provenza taking some punishment here, with Kalashnikov in his half guard. #SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Provenza is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalashnikov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Provenza makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Provenza.
Kalashnikov is working Provenza over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kalashnikov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalashnikov lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Provenza looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Provenza manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kalashnikov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Provenza trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Provenza content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalashnikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Provenza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Provenza must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Provenza lands a couple of elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikhail Kalashnikov dominated that second round.
That's time! Kalashnikov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Provenza stuffs the takedown attempt from Kalashnikov. Kalashnikov gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Kalashnikov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Provenza to the mat! Provenza manages to get full guard.
Kalashnikov wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving. #SUB2#
Provenza escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kalashnikov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kalashnikov stands up over Provenza, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kalashnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Provenza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalashnikov cracks Provenza with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalashnikov wants to control from the top but Provenza keeps moving.
Provenza throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Provenza wants to stand but Kalashnikov is controlling the position.
Mikhail Kalashnikov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Provenza looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kalashnikov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T1#
Kalashnikov slips a nice elbow through Provenza's hands, connecting with Provenza's forehead.
Kalashnikov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kalashnikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kalashnikov trying to control from half guard but Provenza is working away.
Provenza is trying to stand back up but Kalashnikov is controlling him
Provenza is refusing to be controlled, as Kalashnikov sits in half guard.
Kalashnikov is nestled in close to Provenza, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Kalashnikov is trying to work for a kimura but Provenza is defending well.
Provenza trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kalashnikov manages to pass to mount!
Kalashnikov raining down shots from the mount!#T2#
Kalashnikov lands a heavy elbow. #ROC#
Provenza is rocked!
Kalashnikov looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Provenza covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mikhail Kalashnikov!
After winning the bout, Mikhail Kalashnikov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: gc153
Date: Jun 10, 2017

#R1##CL#
Saraste clinches.
Saraste blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Saraste tries to break the clinch but Dahlberg is controlling the position.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dahlberg.
Saraste is trying to break the clinch but Dahlberg is controlling him.#TD#
Saraste gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Dahlberg manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Saraste keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #TD#
Saraste gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
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!
Dahlberg is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dahlberg bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Saraste's guard. #REVB#
Dahlberg wants to stand but Saraste is controlling his posture from full guard.
Saraste might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Saraste working for a triangle but Dahlberg defends it easily.
Saraste seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Saraste is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dahlberg defends well.#T1#
Dahlberg postures up.
Dahlberg controlling from the top position.
Dahlberg pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Saraste is keeping the position for now.
Saraste looking for a sweep. Not yet Saraste, not yet.
Saraste is working hard here to advance position.
Dahlberg wants to control from the top but Saraste keeps moving.
Saraste manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dahlberg manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Saraste throwing strikes but missing. #ES2#
Dahlberg has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Saraste has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Saraste.
Dahlberg makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dahlberg is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Saraste is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Dahlberg stops a takedown attempt from Saraste.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Konstantin Saraste. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dahlberg fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Dahlberg pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Saraste closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dahlberg quickly recovers to half guard.
Saraste is looking to take a break and control but Dahlberg is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Saraste looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Dahlberg is trying to stand back up but Saraste is controlling him
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Saraste lands a nice short elbow.
Dahlberg tries to roll over but Saraste keeps him under control.
Dahlberg trying to control here.
Saraste missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #ES2#
Dahlberg kicks Saraste off and gets back to his feet.
Dahlberg showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Saraste.
Dahlberg throws a good cross that connects. #CUT2#
It looks like Konstantin Saraste has been cut.#T4#
Saraste wants to clinch
enabling Dahlberg to counter with a crisp jab.
Johan Dahlberg is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Saraste slips under a jab.
Saraste with a hook.
A chopping leg kick lands by Saraste.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saraste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dahlberg throws out the jab.
Saraste appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dahlberg throws the left hand but Saraste avoids the punch easily.
Saraste comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Saraste moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Dahlberg takes a swing at Saraste's ribcage but misses.
Saraste looks to land a left hand but Dahlberg moved out of range nicely.
Dahlberg throws a low kick but Saraste avoids it.
Dahlberg throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Dahlberg throws a series of punches but Saraste moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Johan Dahlberg dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Konstantin Saraste's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Saraste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dahlberg throws out the jab.
Saraste throwing a counter right hand but Dahlberg manages to avoid it.
Saraste takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dahlberg throws a big shot that misses.
Saraste dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Saraste drives through with a takedown into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Saraste accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Saraste lands a couple of elbows.
Dahlberg looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dahlberg is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Saraste looking to sit in guard and control but Dahlberg gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Saraste is looking for a triangle but Dahlberg pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Saraste working for a triangle but Dahlberg defends it easily. #T1#
Dahlberg stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Saraste swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Saraste wants to sweep here but Dahlberg controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Saraste had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dahlberg defends it easily.
Saraste is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Dahlberg is looking to improve his position. #T2#
Dahlberg keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Saraste takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dahlberg is looking for a sweep. Saraste is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dahlberg has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Dahlberg regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dahlberg looking for a sweep. Not yet Dahlberg, not yet.
Saraste throws a big right hand that misses.
Saraste throws an elbow that misses. Dahlberg uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Saraste's guard. Nice move by Dahlberg!#REVB##ES#
Saraste manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Johan Dahlberg seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A punch combination from Saraste misses.
Saraste throws a right and a left that Dahlberg avoids nicely.
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!
Saraste throws the left hand but Dahlberg avoids the punch easily.#T3#
Saraste looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Konstantin Saraste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Some wild striking there from Saraste.
Dahlberg stuffs the takedown attempt from Saraste. Saraste gets slowly back to his feet.
Saraste misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dahlberg swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Saraste misses with a straight right.
Dahlberg lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Dahlberg is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Saraste ducks right into an uppercut from Dahlberg.
Dahlberg throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Saraste misses the shot to the body.
Dahlberg is trying to counter with his kicks.
Dahlberg misses with an uppercut. Saraste saw that one coming.
Saraste ducks into an uppercut from Dahlberg and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Johan Dahlberg!

Event: MMAHelsinki - 123
Date: Jun 01, 2017

#R1#
Lazaro fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lazaro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lazaro takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
McKenna closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lazaro circles away.
Lazaro connects with a body shot that sends McKenna's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Lazaro pushes McKenna up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Lazaro jumps guard and drags McKenna to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
McKenna prevents Lazaro from getting back to his feet.
Lazaro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McKenna prevents Lazaro from getting back to his feet.
McKenna sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKenna won't allow Lazaro to sweep him here.
Lazaro utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
McKenna tries to free his leg and advance position but Lazaro is retaining full guard.
McKenna controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Lazaro is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Lazaro fails with a takedown attempt.
McKenna jabs Lazaro right on the nose. Lazaro blinks but takes it well.
Lazaro tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lazaro jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CUT2#
It looks like Gus McKenna has been cut.
A head kick misses from McKenna.
A lazy left from McKenna finds it's target.
Lazaro loads up on a big right hand but McKenna slips the punch.
As Lazaro backs away, McKenna returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lazaro fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lazaro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McKenna counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McKenna scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lazaro shoots in but McKenna avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T2#
Lazaro shoots in looking for a takedown but McKenna manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lazaro's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
McKenna seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Gus McKenna has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paulo Lazaro.
Lazaro swings and misses with a shot to the body
and McKenna makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice sprawl there from McKenna as Lazaro shoots in.
McKenna swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lazaro moves out of range as McKenna throws a body kick.
Lazaro tries to clinch but McKenna moves out of range.
McKenna motions for Lazaro to come forward. McKenna throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
McKenna drives through and clinches with Lazaro against the cage. #TD2#
Lazaro turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Lazaro manages to end up in side control.#ES#
McKenna sneaks out the side door and pushes Lazaro away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Paulo Lazaro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McKenna closes the distance and lands a one-two.
McKenna cracks Lazaro with a good jab.
McKenna throws a quick inside leg kick.
McKenna sizes up Lazaro with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lazaro ducks under a wild hook from McKenna.#T3#
McKenna keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lazaro wants to clinch
letting McKenna counter with a right hand.
Nice sprawl there from McKenna as Lazaro shoots in.
Lazaro shoots and misses
and McKenna counters with a stiff right hand.
Lazaro throws a jab but it's blocked by McKenna.
Lazaro has his takedown stuffed
and McKenna counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lazaro looks winded!
A solid leg kick lands there for McKenna.
McKenna lands a jab to Lazaro's midsection.
Lazaro closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lazaro rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McKenna moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Good exchange - McKenna coming out on top.
McKenna throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lazaro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McKenna's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and McKenna duly obliges.
McKenna steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lazaro.
McKenna throwing a counter right hand but Lazaro manages to avoid it.#T4#
McKenna tests Lazaro's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lazaro on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
McKenna turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lazaro takes one to the side of the head.
Lazaro on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice uppercut lands for McKenna. That snapped Lazaro's head back.
McKenna is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lazaro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKenna.
McKenna fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lazaro avoids it really well and circles away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lazaro wants to clinch.
McKenna lands a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gus McKenna dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gus McKenna's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Lazaro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McKenna moves away.
Lazaro misses with a looping right.
McKenna lands a jab to the head.
McKenna moves out of range of the strikes.
Lazaro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McKenna misses with a wild body shot.
Nice sprawl there from McKenna as Lazaro shoots in.
Lazaro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McKenna connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lazaro. Lazaro circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McKenna misses with a straight left.
Lazaro on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKenna throws a head kick but Lazaro moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by McKenna. That's going to slow Lazaro down.
A jab from Lazaro finds it's way through McKenna's defenses.
Gus McKenna is winning the standup battle so far.
Lazaro misses with an uppercut. #CL#
McKenna moves into the clinch.#T1##BC#
McKenna breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Danga de danga de dang - McKenna scores with a four punch combination!
McKenna keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lazaro.
Lazaro looks to score with a jab to the body but McKenna is just out of range.
McKenna is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lazaro can do to turn this around?
A clash of legs there as Lazaro blocks the low kick.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
McKenna throws a leg kick which misses Lazaro's front leg but catches the back leg as Lazaro tries to avoid it.
Lazaro drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
McKenna lands with a shot to the body.
Lazaro just misses with a punch to the body.
McKenna lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
McKenna tries a low kick but Lazaro avoids it.
Lazaro takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lazaro drops his hands momentarily and McKenna takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice shot lands for McKenna.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McKenna jabs Lazaro to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lazaro misses with a hook
and McKenna connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#
Lazaro is rocked!#T2#
McKenna throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Lazaro colapses and takes a barrage of punches from McKenna as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Lazaro is left battered and dazed whilst McKenna and his camp cheer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gus McKenna!
An out of breath Gus McKenna thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: OFC 288: Trees
Date: May 31, 2017

#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bryant.
Bryant throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Niederreiter throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bryant throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Niederreiter misses with a wild body shot.
Nino Niederreiter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Niederreiter bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Bryant tries to land a front kick but Niederreiter steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Niederreiter thumps Bryant with a low kick.
The fighters circling - Bryant throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Niederreiter dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bryant. That did some damage!
Bryant takes a jab right on the kisser.
Niederreiter displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bryant throws out the jab.
Niederreiter uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Niederreiter throws a head kick that misses.
Niederreiter lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bryant's sensitive parts.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bryant sizes up Niederreiter with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Niederreiter throws a half hearted mid kick.
Niederreiter looks to land a body kick but Bryant moved away.#T1#
Bryant lands an overhand right.
A low kick from Niederreiter is predictable there #TD#
and Bryant decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Niederreiter's guard.
Bryant in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bryant pushes down on Niederreiter's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Niederreiter is looking for a sweep. Bryant is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Niederreiter has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Niederreiter moves into full guard.
Bryant content to stall in guard here.
Bryant trying to control the position from guard on top but Niederreiter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB2#
Niederreiter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bryant defends it easily.
Bryant trying to control the position from guard on top but Niederreiter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Niederreiter has his foot on Bryant's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bryant works his way back into a safe position though.
Bryant lands a couple of digs.
Bryant lands a couple of elbows.
Bryant trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Niederreiter 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#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bryant is looking for a sweep. Niederreiter is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Niederreiter thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bryant's head.
Niederreiter is nestled in close to Bryant, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Niederreiter scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3##SUB2#
Niederreiter seems to be looking for submissions.
Bryant moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Niederreiter trying to control but Bryant is working from the bottom.
Bryant wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Niederreiter is now in half guard. #SUB#
Bryant looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ground and pound from Niederreiter.
Bryant wants to improve his position but Niederreiter is controlling well.
Niederreiter trying to pass the guard but Bryant defending well. #T4##SUB#
Bryant is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Niederreiter pulls his head out easily.
Niederreiter lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bryant wants to control but Niederreiter is keeping busy.
Niederreiter trying to control the action but Bryant is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nino Niederreiter dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Bryant looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Niederreiter lands with a kick to the ribs.
Bryant uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Niederreiter.
Bryant takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Bryant goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Niederreiter fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bryant checks it well.
Bryant will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Niederreiter throws out a counter right but Bryant avoids it with no problem.
Bryant throws a jab when Niederreiter was well out of range.
Niederreiter keeps Bryant at a distance using the push kick.
Bryant shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Niederreiter defends it nicely.
Bryant misses with a wild body shot.
Niederreiter is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bryant with a body shot.#TD#
Bryant manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Niederreiter on his heels. He'll look to pass Niederreiter's guard now, I'm sure.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Niederreiter working for a triangle but Bryant defends it easily. #SUB2#
Niederreiter is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Niederreiter not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Niederreiter lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bryant preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bryant manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Niederreiter manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Niederreiter keeping moving, preventing Bryant from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Niederreiter throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bryant trying to control the position from guard on top but Niederreiter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Bryant is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Bryant distracts Niederreiter with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Niederreiter working for a triangle but Bryant defends it easily.
Bryant trying to control but Niederreiter is working from the bottom.
Bryant is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bryant'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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Niederreiter is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bryant is aware though and is defending well.
Bryant postures up.
Bryant working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Niederreiter is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bryant is aware though and is defending well.
Niederreiter 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#
Niederreiter frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Bryant taking shots to the head.
Bryant wants to control but Niederreiter is having none of it.
Bryant is trying desperately to improve position.
Niederreiter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
Niederreiter can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bryant is looking to escape.
Niederreiter cracks Bryant with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Niederreiter is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Niederreiter fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bryant wants to control but Niederreiter is having none of it.
Bryant gets back to half guard.
Nino Niederreiter has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bryant is doing well to control the position and prevent Niederreiter from advancing to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nino Niederreiter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Niederreiter throws a body kick that misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Niederreiter.
Niederreiter misses with a left hand
and Bryant counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bryant fails to land with a series of punches.
Bryant misses the shot to the body.
Niederreiter feints a counter leg kick.
Niederreiter slips a jab and a cross from Bryant.
Niederreiter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Niederreiter scores with the left hand. Bryant knows he should have avoided that one.
Niederreiter throws out a powerful jab.
Bryant misses with an uppercut.
Niederreiter thinks about the counter body kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Niederreiter.
Niederreiter swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Niederreiter throws a front kick aimed at Bryant's knee but Bryant avoids it well.
Bryant thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bryant throws a body punch but Niederreiter moves out of range.
Jab, jab by Niederreiter - just one landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bryant takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nino Niederreiter seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Niederreiter thumps Bryant with a low kick.
Bryant 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.
Bryant will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Niederreiter throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bryant misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bryant drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Niederreiter scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bryant throws a big shot that misses.
Bryant ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Niederreiter moves away.
Bryant has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Niederreiter.#TD#
Bryant drives through with a takedown into guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Niederreiter looking for a guillotine here but Bryant defends easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bryant trying to control the position from guard on top but Niederreiter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB2#
Niederreiter is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bryant is aware though and is defending well.
Bryant works over Niederreiter with some ground and pound from guard.
Bryant stands up over Niederreiter, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Niederreiter looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bryant is one step ahead there.
Bryant postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Niederreiter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bryant defends it easily.
Bryant makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3#
Bryant tries to free his leg and advance position but Niederreiter is retaining full guard.
Bryant keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Niederreiter's head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bryant's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bryant postures up.
Niederreiter can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bryant controls the pace.
Niederreiter is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Bryant content to stall in guard here.
Bryant cracks Niederreiter with a solid left hand.
Niederreiter keeping moving, preventing Bryant from controlling successfully.
Niederreiter is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bryant keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Niederreiter's head.#SUB2#
Niederreiter is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bryant landing some decent shots from guard.
Nino Niederreiter is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bryant trying to control the position from guard on top but Niederreiter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Niederreiter looking for a guillotine here but Bryant defends easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bryant's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nickolas Bryant has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bryant not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Nino Niederreiter.
Well Niederreiter 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nino Niederreiter!

Event: Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 40
Date: May 20, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Vanhanen has managed to clinch.
Taylor has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Vanhanen misses with some punches.
Taylor lands a right hand. #BC2#
Vanhanen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Taylor waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vanhanen.
Vanhanen throws a counter combo.#TD2#
Vanhanen throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Taylor tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Vanhanen is in Taylor's guard.
Vanhanen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Taylor keeping full guard, as Vanhanen tries to pass.
Taylor utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taylor tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Taylor has control of Vanhanen's left arm, preventing Vanhanen from doing any damage.
Vanhanen is looking to advance position but Taylor has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR##T1#
Vanhanen is trying to escape the mount.
Vanhanen wants to hold on but Taylor pushes him away.
Taylor blocks Vanhanen's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Taylor controlling from the full mount.
Vanhanen bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Taylor managing to control the position. #T2#
Vanhanen throws an elbow that misses. Taylor uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Vanhanen's guard. Nice move by Taylor!#REVR#
Vanhanen trying to control the position.
Taylor looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Vanhanen pulls Taylor in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Taylor won't allow Vanhanen to sweep him here.
Taylor advances to half guard.
Vanhanen trying to hold on to Taylor's head to control him but Taylor postures up.
Taylor performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Taylor continues to stall.
Vanhanen punching from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vanhanen flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Vanhanen takes a swing at Taylor's ribcage but misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vanhanen misses with a straight right.
Taylor throws out a loose jab but Vanhanen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Taylor catches Vanhanen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Taylor throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vanhanen counters with a stiff right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Glen Taylor will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Vanhanen moves into the clinch.
Vanhanen has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Taylor tries a body shot but Vanhanen blocks it.
Vanhanen takes a shot to the head.
Vanhanen tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Taylor prevents Vanhanen from breaking the clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Taylor content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Vanhanen misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Vanhanen breaks the clinch.
A jab from Vanhanen finds it's way through Taylor's defenses.
Affe Vanhanen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vanhanen misses with a hook. Taylor ducked under it nicely.
Taylor misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the liver by Taylor. Beautiful body shot.
Taylor misses with a looping right.
Taylor ducks under a wild hook from Vanhanen.
Vanhanen throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T1#
No joy there for Taylor, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vanhanen wants to counter the offense by Taylor and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Vanhanen has taken the fight to the clinch.
Vanhanen leaning against his opponent. #BC2#
Vanhanen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Taylor checks a low kick from Vanhanen.
Vanhanen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Taylor sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Taylor wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Vanhanen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Taylor lands an overhand right.
A jab from Taylor finds it's way through Vanhanen's defenses.
Vanhanen uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Taylor has time to react.
Vanhanen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Taylor takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Vanhanen lands a slapping body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vanhanen misses with a body shot.
No joy there for Taylor, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vanhanen's coach down at Russian Bears Training Center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Vanhanen's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#T2#
Vanhanen misses with a two punch combination.
Vanhanen throws a big shot that misses.
Taylor wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Vanhanen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Taylor moves away.
As Vanhanen tries to get set, Taylor tries to push him back and clinch up but Vanhanen manages to avoid the attempt.
Taylor on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Vanhanen 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 Taylor has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Taylor and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Vanhanen shoots in and drives through. Taylor sprawls well.
Taylor scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vanhanen doesn't seem bothered though.
Vanhanen is breathing heavily.
Vanhanen tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Taylor avoids the body shot from Vanhanen.
Vanhanen throws a right and a left that Taylor avoids nicely.
Taylor fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vanhanen manages to avoid it.
Vanhanen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vanhanen changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Taylor tries to avoid it but Vanhanen manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Taylor to the ground. Taylor escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Glen Taylor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Affe Vanhanen.#T3#
Vanhanen tries to bum rush Taylor with a series of wild strikes but Taylor uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Vanhanen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Taylor is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Vanhanen.
Vanhanen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A swing and a miss from Vanhanen.
Taylor throws a hook but Vanhanen blocks it.
Affe Vanhanen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vanhanen lands with a nice body punch.
Taylor lands a jab.
Vanhanen takes a swing at Taylor's ribcage but misses.
Taylor scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CUT#
It looks like Affe Vanhanen has been cut.
A nice combination there by Taylor.
Jab, jab by Taylor - just one landing.
Vanhanen looks for a takedown but Taylor sprawls well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vanhanen throws out a leg kick but Taylor moves out of range and Vanhanen only half commits.
Taylor seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Taylor cracks Vanhanen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#ROC#
Vanhanen is rocked!#T4#
Vanhanen tries to bum rush Taylor with a series of wild strikes but Taylor uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Taylor blocks a low kick nicely.
Taylor waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vanhanen.
Taylor scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Taylor dodges the punch combination from Vanhanen.
A big left from Vanhanen misses.
Taylor tries to counter by clinching up but Vanhanen breaks away and moves out of range.
Taylor throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Taylor throws the left hand but Vanhanen avoids the punch easily.
Vanhanen misses with a wild combination.
Taylor goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Glen Taylor will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Affe Vanhanen's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
The fighters circling - Vanhanen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Taylor thuds a left hand into Vanhanen's body.
Vanhanen misses with a series of wild punches.
Vanhanen slips under a jab.
Vanhanen throws a looping overhand right but Taylor ducks down to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vanhanen. Taylor does a little dance to reset his feet.
Taylor is looking to counter the offense by Vanhanen and move into the clinch.
Vanhanen misses with a low kick.
Taylor is looking to counter the offense by Vanhanen and move into the clinch.
Vanhanen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Taylor moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Vanhanen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taylor lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A left lands for Taylor.
Vanhanen throws a hook to the side of Taylor's head but Taylor sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vanhanen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vanhanen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Taylor tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Vanhanen manages to circle out of the way.#T1#
Vanhanen misses with a two punch combination.
Vanhanen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Taylor connects with a single shot there.
A jab from Vanhanen misses.
Taylor throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vanhanen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vanhanen misses with a series of wild punches.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vanhanen. Taylor does a little dance to reset his feet.
Taylor misses with a hook. Vanhanen ducked under it nicely.
Taylor uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vanhanen.
Taylor is looking to counter the offense by Vanhanen and move into the clinch.
Taylor lands a nice shot to the body.
Taylor looks to land a right hand but Vanhanen moved out of range.
Vanhanen throws a right hand that Taylor ducks under and follows up with a left that Taylor also avoids with ease.
Vanhanen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Vanhanen misses with a few strikes there. #T2#
Vanhanen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Taylor throws a nice looking combination but Vanhanen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Taylor displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vanhanen throws out the jab.
Jab by Taylor.
Taylor scores with a hook to the body. Vanhanen takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Vanhanen takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Affe Vanhanen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Taylor throws the left hand but Vanhanen avoids the punch easily.
Vanhanen takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Taylor thuds a left hand into Vanhanen's body.
Taylor throws a body shot but no joy.
Taylor scores with a jab.
Taylor scores with a nice right hand.
Taylor misses with a hook.#T3#
Nice uppercut lands for Taylor. That snapped Vanhanen's head back.
The fighters circling - Taylor throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Taylor scores with a nice head shot.
Taylor moves out of range as Vanhanen strikes.
Taylor steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vanhanen.
Taylor fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vanhanen manages to avoid it.
Taylor is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vanhanen can do to turn this around?
Taylor lands a nice shot to the body.
Glen Taylor is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vanhanen takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Vanhanen takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Taylor throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Taylor scores with a nice head shot.
Vanhanen throws a hook but Taylor avoids it easily.
Vanhanen is looking to clinch but Taylor is avoiding it.
As Vanhanen tries to get set, Taylor tries to push him back and clinch up but Vanhanen manages to avoid the attempt.#T4#
Vanhanen ducks under a wild hook from Taylor.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vanhanen misses with a double jab.
Taylor lands a glancing blow to the side of Vanhanen's head.
Vanhanen looks to score with a jab to the body but Taylor is just out of range.
Vanhanen pivots, looking for a leg kick but Taylor is out of range and Vanhanen settles back down.
Vanhanen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Vanhanen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Taylor throws a lazy right hand but Vanhanen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vanhanen tries to move into range but Taylor moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A clash of legs there as Taylor blocks the low kick.
Taylor misses with an uppercut.
Vanhanen misses with a takedown attempt - Taylor sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Taylor wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Taylor lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!

And that's the end of the fight!
Glen Taylor showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Taylor, 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Glen Taylor!
Post fight, Glen Taylor took to the microphone: 'It's TIME, GAME TIME BITCHES!'.

Event: OFC 283: New Frontier
Date: May 10, 2017

#R1#
Woodley connects with a solid leg kick.
Woodley tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Muntz counter with a right hand.
Woodley tries to clinch but Muntz is having none of it.
Woodley fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Woodley connects with a leg kick. Muntz looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Woodley shoots in looking for a takedown. Muntz tries to sprawl out of it but Woodley keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Muntz manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Woodley throws a left and a right that both miss
and Muntz counters with a head kick. That will keep Woodley thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Muntz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Muntz throws a quick counter head kick but Woodley was just out of range.
Muntz seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Woodley misses with a double jab
and Muntz counters with a nice kick to the body.
Woodley will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nelson Muntz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyron Woodley.
Muntz lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Woodley falls off balance throwing a combination
and Woodley takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Woodley swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Muntz is looking to counter with a body kick.
Woodley fails to land the takedown.
Woodley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Muntz moves away.
Muntz went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tyron Woodley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Woodley's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Woodley duly obliges.
Woodley swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Muntz counters with a nice body kick.
Woodley looks winded!
Woodley throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Muntz counters with a nice body kick.
Woodley tries for a takedown but Muntz circles away easily
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Muntz thuds a left hand into Woodley's body.
Nelson Muntz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
An inside leg kick lands from Muntz. #T2#
Woodley with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Muntz to score with a decent uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Muntz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Woodley.
It looked like Muntz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Woodley misses with a combination
and Muntz makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Muntz throws a quick head kick that knocks Woodley silly! This fight is all over! What a finish! Muntz is up on the cage, taking in the applause from the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Nelson Muntz!
Nelson Muntz decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 116
Date: May 06, 2017

#R1#
Zahav is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Paulo Lazaro has been cut.
Some wild striking there from Lazaro.
Zahav circles away from the clinch attempt.
Zahav waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lazaro.
Zahav throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A big right from Lazaro misses.
Zahav throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lazaro.
Lazaro shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Zahav sprawls well. Zahav wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lazaro gets slowly back to his feet.
Zahav throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lazaro cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Zahav misses with the combination.
Lazaro showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Zahav.
Zahav fails to land with a series of punches. #KD#
Lazaro lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Zahav sprawling to the canvas. Lazaro follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Zahav hang on? #CUT#
It looks like Baruch Zahav has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lazaro seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Zahav wants to get back to his feet.
Lazaro scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T1#
Zahav blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lazaro.
Zahav is trying to maintain the position but Lazaro is very close to passing his half guard.
Lazaro 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.
Lazaro lands with a punch from half guard.
Zahav has hold of Lazaro's hands but Lazaro slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Zahav blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lazaro.
Nice strikes from Lazaro there.
Zahav is trying to stand up here but Lazaro is controlling him well.
Zahav looks winded!
Lazaro not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Lazaro lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Zahav is looking to escape.
Lazaro thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lazaro stops Zahav from getting back to his feet.
Zahav really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lazaro. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Lazaro sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Zahav defending well though.
Zahav on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Lazaro there.
Zahav told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Lazaro scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Zahav looks like he's trying to stand up.
Lazaro drops an elbow to the side of Zahav's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lazaro lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
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!
Lazaro is nestled in close to Zahav, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#ROC#
Zahav is rocked!
Lazaro looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Zahav can do anything to dispel that myth.
Lazaro working over Zahav with some ground and pound. Zahav looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Zahav is still in real trouble! Can Lazaro finish him?
Zahav is trying to stand back up but Lazaro is controlling him
Lazaro seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Zahav trying to hold on to Lazaro's head to control him but Lazaro postures up.
Zahav seems to have recovered his senses.
Zahav wants to get back to his feet.
Lazaro slips a nice elbow through Zahav's hands, connecting with Zahav's forehead.
Zahav on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Zahav has hold of Lazaro's hands but Lazaro slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Lazaro scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Lazaro takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Lazaro lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Zahav quite badly. Zahav pulls Lazaro in close trying to recover. Lazaro postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Zahav on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Zahav doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paulo Lazaro!
Paulo Lazaro really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that MayheM sportswear logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: gc147
Date: Apr 29, 2017

#R1#
Butcher stuns Saraste with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Saraste has his takedown stuffed
and Butcher counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Butcher blocks a low kick nicely.
Butcher throwing a counter right hand but Saraste manages to avoid it.
Butcher has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Westside Martial Arts in the buildup to the fight.
Saraste throws a combination that misses
and Butcher connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
It looks like Konstantin Saraste has been cut.
Saraste fails with the takedown
and Saraste takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slow jab from Saraste misses its intended target. #TD2#
Saraste fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Butcher to the ground. Saraste is now in Butcher's guard.
Butcher will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Butcher wants to sweep here but Saraste controlling him for the moment.
Saraste with a flurry of punches that miss.
Butcher preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Saraste won't allow Butcher to sweep him here.
Butcher is working hard here to advance position.
Saraste postures up. #T1#
Saraste connects with a couple of short punches.
Saraste is looking to work some ground and pound but Butcher has wrist control.
Butcher is pulling down on Saraste's head to control his posture.
Saraste looking to pass the guard.
Saraste throws a big elbow that misses.
Butcher looking to control.
Saraste told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Butcher is adopting a defensive guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Saraste makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Saraste throws a big elbow that misses.
Butcher keeping full guard, as Saraste tries to pass.
Saraste throwing strikes from guard but Butcher blocks nicely.
Saraste throwing strikes from guard but Butcher blocks nicely.
Saraste wants to control from the top but Butcher keeps moving.
Butcher tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Saraste content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Butcher trying to control the position.
Saraste has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Butcher keeping full guard, as Saraste tries to pass. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Saraste accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Saraste throwing strikes but missing.
Saraste chips away with some ground and pound.
Saraste lands a couple of digs.
Butcher utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Saraste trying to control but Butcher is working from the bottom.
Saraste with a nice head shot there.
Butcher looking to hit a scissor sweep but Saraste is one step ahead there.
Saraste scoring with punches to the head and body.
Saraste preventing the sweep. #T4#
Saraste looking to pass the guard.
Saraste scoring with some ground and pound.
Saraste trying to control but Butcher is working from the bottom.
Butcher preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Butcher working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Saraste.
Saraste trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Saraste preventing the sweep.
Saraste working some strikes from top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Saraste content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Butcher is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Saraste scoring with punches to the head and body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Konstantin Saraste dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Konstantin Saraste's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Saraste uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Butcher.
Saraste takes one on the button.
Saraste tries to bum rush Butcher with a series of wild strikes but Butcher uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Saraste loads up on a big right hand but Butcher slips the punch.
Butcher is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Saraste misses with a looping right.
Saraste throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Saraste has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Saraste throws a right and a left that Butcher avoids nicely.
Saraste misses with a double jab
and Butcher counters with a straight right hand.
Butcher lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Butcher waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Saraste.
Saraste is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Billy Butcher is winning the standup battle so far.
Saraste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Butcher moves away.
Butcher misses with an uppercut.
Butcher catches Saraste with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Butcher buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Saraste shoots and misses
enabling Butcher to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#
Saraste is rocked!#CL#
Butcher gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Saraste is still on wobbly legs! Can Butcher finish him?
Saraste being controlled against the cage.
Butcher lands a knee to the body.
Butcher has the Thai clinch. He lands a big knee to the head that stumbles Saraste - he's in trouble! Another big knee to the head from Butcher, and another! Saraste is out on his feet - the ref jumps in to save him and ends the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Billy Butcher!
Billy Butcher gave a mention to KnockOut in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: KOFC 41 - Jones vs Sionis
Date: Apr 26, 2017

#R1#
A jab from Colsoer misses.
Colsoer is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Reid.#CUT2#
It looks like Lenn Colsoer has been cut.
Colsoer fails in his attempt to clinch.
Reid throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Reid lands a nice leg kick that just misses Colsoer's sensitive parts.
Reid comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Colsoer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Reid scores with a kick to the midsection.
Lenn Colsoer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reid blocks a leg kick.#CL#
Colsoer has Reid up against the cage in a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Reid lands an uppercut.
Colsoer holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Reid goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Reid. #BC2#
Reid's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
No luck for Colsoer with that takedown attempt.
Colsoer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Colsoer throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Reid is trying to counter with his kicks.
Reid dips to his left and cracks Colsoer with an uppercut!
Jaheim Reid is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheers as Reid lands an impressive looking overhand right. Colsoer doesn't seem phased though.
Colsoer with a lazy takedown attempt
and Reid counters with a crisp right that sends Colsoer to the canvas! Reid follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jaheim Reid!
A very excited looking Jaheim Reid made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: KOFC 41 - Jones vs Sionis
Date: Apr 26, 2017

#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Wrecking Ball. No joy for James on that attempt.
Wrecking Ball stuns James with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
James tries to keep at a distance but Wrecking Ball has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Wrecking Ball breaks the clinch.
James fails with a takedown attempt.
Wrecking Ball lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL#
Wrecking Ball takes the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wrecking Ball scores with a shot to the side of James's head. #BC#
Wrecking Ball breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Wrecking Ball, as that shot connected.
James shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Wrecking Ball as he avoids it easily.
Boon Wrecking Ball has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kevin James.
Wrecking Ball lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Wrecking Ball, right into the meat.
James gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Wrecking Ball counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wrecking Ball connects with a single shot there.
Wrecking Ball lands an overhand right.
Wrecking Ball stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Wrecking Ball wants it to stay on the feet.
Wrecking Ball looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
James looks winded!#TD#
Wrecking Ball drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Wrecking Ball distracts James with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Wrecking Ball advances position into side control!
Wrecking Ball is putting a hurting on James here, landing some big shots from side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wrecking Ball lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Wrecking Ball lands a few punches from side control.
Wrecking Ball landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
James tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Wrecking Ball tries for a kimura but James is defending well. #T2#
Wrecking Ball cracks James with a big elbow.
Wrecking Ball will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
James is working to avoid the ground and pound but Wrecking Ball connects with a decent elbow.
Wrecking Ball scoring with punches from side control.
James tries to improve position but can't.
Wrecking Ball working the ground and pound from side control.
James is working to avoid the ground and pound but Wrecking Ball connects with a decent elbow.
Wrecking Ball 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.
Wrecking Ball working the ground and pound.#SU#
Wrecking Ball stands up.
Wrecking Ball lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wrecking Ball jabs James right on the nose. James blinks but takes it well.
James looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wrecking Ball connects with a jab.#T3#
James takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice uppercut there from Wrecking Ball.#CUT#
It looks like Kevin James has been cut.
Wrecking Ball keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Wrecking Ball doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
James tries to break the clinch but Wrecking Ball is controlling the position. #BC#
Wrecking Ball escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wrecking Ball lands with a good body shot.
Wrecking Ball lands with a right hand.
James takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
James checks a leg kick.
Wrecking Ball scores with a jab to the head. #T4#
Wrecking Ball throws a chopping leg kick but James manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Wrecking Ball throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL2#
James takes the fight into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wrecking Ball throws a punch but it's blocked by James.
Wrecking Ball lands a body punch.
Wrecking Ball misses with a punch to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Wrecking Ball.
James blocks an elbow strike.
James wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC#
Wrecking Ball breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wrecking Ball connects with a leg kick. James looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
James moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#TD#
Wrecking Ball manages to get an easy takedown there - catching James on his heels. He'll look to pass James's guard now, I'm sure.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wrecking Ball working some strikes from top position.
Wrecking Ball makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boon Wrecking Ball dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kevin James's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A cross from Wrecking Ball lands.
James uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wrecking Ball.
Wrecking Ball is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Wrecking Ball throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
James changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Wrecking Ball is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
James throws a sloppy head kick
and James takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Wrecking Ball clinches with his opponent.
Wrecking Ball has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. James avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
James has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Wrecking Ball is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC#
Wrecking Ball's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sloppy strikes from Wrecking Ball. Those never looked like landing. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Good body shot from Wrecking Ball.
James is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
James escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
James checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
James throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wrecking Ball throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent James stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Wrecking Ball lands a nice leg kick that just misses James's sensitive parts.
Wrecking Ball fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches James on the side of the head.
James walks into a left hand.
Wrecking Ball is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that James can do to turn this around?
James waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wrecking Ball.
Wrecking Ball works James's body with a nice hook.
Wrecking Ball thuds a left hand into James's body.
Wrecking Ball scores with a body shot.
Wrecking Ball throws a front kick aimed at James's knee but James avoids it well.
Wrecking Ball misses with a low kick.
Boon Wrecking Ball seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Wrecking Ball has managed to clinch.
James has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
James is trying to break free.
Wrecking Ball throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jamess head. #BC#
Wrecking Ball breaks from the clinch.
Wrecking Ball scores with a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wrecking Ball throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and James counters with a takedown into side control. #T2#
Wrecking Ball manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Boon Wrecking Ball overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wrecking Ball drops an elbow to the side of James's head. #SU#
Wrecking Ball postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for James to stand up.
Wrecking Ball uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before James has time to react.
Boon Wrecking Ball is winning the standup battle so far.#TD#
James tries to sprawl but Wrecking Ball drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Wrecking Ball is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Wrecking Ball lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Wrecking Ball is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
James on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Wrecking Ball looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks James with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Wrecking Ball drops an elbow to the side of James's head. #SUB#
Wrecking Ball seems to be looking for submissions.
Wrecking Ball seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
James is trying to stand up here but Wrecking Ball is controlling him well.
James trying to hold on to Wrecking Ball's head to control him but Wrecking Ball postures up. #SU#
Wrecking Ball decides to stand up.
James on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T4#
Wrecking Ball throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
James has a takedown stuffed.
Wrecking Ball tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Wrecking Ball lands with a nice combination. James backs away looking to recover.
James takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
James on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Wrecking Ball tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
James checks a low kick from Wrecking Ball.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
James takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A cross from Wrecking Ball lands.#CL2#
James closes the distance and clinches.
James is trying to pull guard but Wrecking Ball turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Boon Wrecking Ball has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kevin James.#BC#
Wrecking Ball manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
James forces Wrecking Ball back against the cage and clinches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boon Wrecking Ball dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kevin James's cut.
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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
James dives in and grabs Wrecking Ball's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wrecking Ball pushes down on James's head and hops out.
James dives in and grabs Wrecking Ball's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wrecking Ball pushes down on James's head and hops out.
James takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
James walks into a left hand.
Wrecking Ball sizes up James with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Wrecking Ball scores with a hook to the body. James takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Wrecking Ball stuns James with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Wrecking Ball lands with an overhand left.
Wrecking Ball with a jab.
An inside leg kick from Wrecking Ball misses.
Wrecking Ball fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kevin James is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wrecking Ball works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
James has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wrecking Ball with a jab.
Wrecking Ball ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wrecking Ball throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
James looks for a takedown but Wrecking Ball sprawls well.
Boon Wrecking Ball has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kevin James.
James takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Wrecking Ball's corner calls for a 1-2. Wrecking Ball obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Wrecking Ball punishes James's body with a nice straight punch.
James takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wrecking Ball wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wrecking Ball throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Wrecking Ball lands a jab to James's midsection.
Wrecking Ball throws a low kick but James moves out of range easily. #CL#
Wrecking Ball rushes James and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Wrecking Ball throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jamess head.
Still in the clinch, Wrecking Ball scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
Wrecking Ball breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wrecking Ball throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab from Wrecking Ball.#T2#
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!
Wrecking Ball jabs James to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wrecking Ball connects with an inside leg kick.
Wrecking Ball lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wrecking Ball is looking to score with low kicks.
Wrecking Ball jabs at James's body.
Wrecking Ball delivers a nice body kick.
Wrecking Ball tried to score with a low kick but James checks it.#CL#
Wrecking Ball clinches with his opponent.
Wrecking Ball lands with a right to the head.
Wrecking Ball lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Wrecking Ball breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wrecking Ball cracks a nice hook into James's ribs.
An inside leg kick from Wrecking Ball misses.
Wrecking Ball lands a jab to the nose.#T3#
James tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Wrecking Ball defends well and James ends up having to push Wrecking Ball into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Wrecking Ball throws a leg kick but James checks it.
James drops his hands momentarily and Wrecking Ball takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL#
Wrecking Ball clinches up against the cage.
James misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Wrecking Ball. #BC#
Wrecking Ball escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Wrecking Ball gets a clinch.
Wrecking Ball gets underhooks to prevent James's takedown attempt. #TD#
Wrecking Ball pulls James into guard.
Boon Wrecking Ball is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
James must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
James throws an elbow that misses. Wrecking Ball uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in James's guard. Nice move by Wrecking Ball!#REVR#
Wrecking Ball seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T4#
Kevin James has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
James trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:25
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:25
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boon Wrecking Ball!
A victorious Boon Wrecking Ball thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Kevin James was interviewed post fight and said 'Tough opponent, my hats off to him. I want to thank both my sponsors and coaches'.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 113
Date: Apr 17, 2017

#R1#
Lazaro scores with a body shot.
Lazaro swinging wildly here. #CL2#
Klice rushes Lazaro and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Klice can't find room to land a body shot as Lazaro controls the action. #TD2#
Klice ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Klice no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Klice is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lazaro defends well.
Lazaro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Klice is keeping the position for now.
Klice looking for a sweep. Not yet Klice, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Klice working for a triangle but Lazaro defends it easily.
Klice looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lazaro is one step ahead there. #T1#
Lazaro landing with the ground and pound.
Lazaro throws a big right hand that misses.
Lazaro throws a big right hand that misses.
Klice punching to the body, from the bottom.
Klice lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Klice working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Klice is working Lazaro over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Klice chips away with some ground and pound.
Klice lands a couple of elbows.
Klice throws a big right hand that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Klice lands a couple of digs.
Klice trying to control but Lazaro is working from the bottom.
Lazaro knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Klice on the ground.
Klice throws a big right hand that misses.
Lazaro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Lazaro can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Klice controls the pace.
Klice throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Klice scoring with punches to the head and body.
Klice missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lazaro wants to stand up but Klice is controlling him.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Klice distracts Lazaro with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Klice prevents Lazaro from getting back to his feet.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Klice's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Klice is working Lazaro over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lazaro is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Klice lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Klice lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Klice connects with a couple of short punches.
Klice postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #ROC2#
Lazaro is rocked!#T3#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Klice's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Oh Lazaro is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Klice postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Lazaro covers up, he's hurt! Klice keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Klice and the ref steps in to end the fight! Klice can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Simbo Klice!
In his post fight interview, Simbo Klice started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 111
Date: Apr 15, 2017

#R1#
Provenza throws a hook to the side of Salazar's head but Salazar sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Provenza swinging wildly here.
Provenza misses with a looping right.
Salazar scores with a three punch combo!
Salazar misses with a series of wild punches. #TD#
Provenza drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Provenza wants to pass the guard but Salazar is keeping the position.
Provenza pushing down on Salazar's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Provenza is working for a submission of some sort.
Salazar is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Provenza scores with a couple of nice shots.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Provenza prevents Salazar from standing back up.
Salazar has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T1#
Ground and pound from Provenza. #SUB2#
Salazar looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura here.
Provenza is looking to pass Salazar's guard but actually Salazar recovers to full guard.
Salazar trying to strike off his back.
Provenza postures up and lands a big shot to Salazar's brow.
Provenza passes Salazar's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Salazar has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Provenza is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Provenza is working for a kimura but Salazar is defending it quite comfortably. #T2#
Salazar tries to get to full guard but Provenza has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Salazar trying to control here. #SUB#
Provenza wants to work for an arm triangle but Salazar is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Salazar is looking for a sweep. Provenza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Provenza scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Salazar trying to control here.
Salazar manages to get to full guard.
Provenza throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Salazar works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Provenza works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Provenza wants to free his trapped foot but Salazar is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Salazar tries to roll over but Provenza keeps him under control.
Provenza lands with a punch from half guard.
Provenza is thwarting Salazar's attempts to control the position.
Provenza prevents Salazar from improving his position.
Salazar is pressing down on Provenza's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Provenza keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Salazar's head.
Provenza lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Provenza lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Provenza got a little sloppy there for a moment and Salazar has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Provenza has managed to get both his arms back between Salazar's legs - danger averted.
Salazar throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Salazar has momentary wrist control but Provenza slips an elbow through the middle.
Salazar is trying to control the position but Provenza postures up. #SUB#
Provenza drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Salazar dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Provenza is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Provenza preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Provenza has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Salazar can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Salazar throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Provenza works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Salazar falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Provenza moves into the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Salazar. #TD#
Provenza pulls guard effortlessly.
Provenza lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Salazar throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Salazar working a defensive guard here.
Provenza prevents Salazar from getting back to his feet.
Provenza is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza is pushing down on Salazar's leg trying to pass to half guard. Salazar is fighting to maintain full guard but Provenza has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Provenza is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Salazar has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Provenza looking for a submission but Salazar manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Provenza scoring with some ground and pound. #T1##SUB#
Provenza postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Salazar is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Provenza, into his guard. #REVB#
Salazar with a nice head shot there.
Silvio Provenza overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Salazar stands and throws Provenza's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Provenza is looking for a sweep.
Salazar wants to control but Provenza is keeping him busy.
Provenza gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T2#
Provenza is looking to get back to is feet but Salazar passes into side control.
Provenza is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Provenza takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Salazar wants to stand but Provenza has his arm trapped. #SU2#
Salazar decides to stand back up. Salazar steps back and let's Provenza get back to his feet.
Provenza will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A left and a right from Salazar both land. Nice combination. #T3#
Salazar throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Provenza shoots in and gets a takedown into Salazar's guard.
Provenza works over Salazar with some ground and pound from guard.
Provenza stopping the sweep attempt from Salazar.#SUB2#
Salazar working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Provenza doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Provenza manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Salazar is breathing heavily.
Salazar tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Salazar has momentary wrist control but Provenza slips an elbow through the middle.
Provenza keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Salazar's head.
Provenza working some strikes from top position.
Provenza working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Salazar is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Provenza stands and throws Salazar's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Salazar struggling a bit here.
Provenza grinds an elbow into Salazar's temple. #ROC#
Salazar is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Provenza tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Salazar manages to get back to half guard.
Provenza trying to pass the guard but Salazar defending well. #SUB#
Provenza is working for a submission of some sort.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Silvio Provenza dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Some wild striking there from Salazar.
Provenza waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Salazar.
Salazar shoots for a double leg takedown but Provenza sprawls well. He's pushed Salazar's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Provenza feinted with a counter takedown.
Provenza misses the shot to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Salazar misses.
Salazar closes the distance looking to clinch
and Provenza makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Silvio Provenza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Salazar throws a series of punches but Provenza moves out of range.
Salazar looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL2#
Salazar clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Provenza has Salazar pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Salazar manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Provenza works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Provenza lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Provenza pushing down on Salazar's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Salazar trying to control but Provenza postures up.
Salazar takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Salazar is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Salazar won't allow Provenza to pass to mount. #SUB#
Provenza looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Salazar is looking for a sweep. Provenza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Provenza stops Salazar from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Provenza seems to be looking for submissions.
Ground and pound from Provenza. #T2#
Provenza blocks the strikes from Salazar.
Provenza looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Provenza scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Provenza looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Salazar with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Salazar is still in real trouble! Can Provenza finish him?#SUB#
Provenza is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Salazar has managed to free his arm - good work.
Provenza winds up and cracks Salazar with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Provenza wants to work for an arm triangle but Salazar is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Salazar is looking to improve his position.
Salazar has his hands clasped together around Provenza's back. He's all about the action.
Salazar seems to have recovered his senses.
Provenza is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Salazar can do to turn this around?
Salazar is looking for a sweep. Provenza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB#
Provenza is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Salazar defends it well. #SUB#
Provenza is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Salazar is looking to control Provenza's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Salazar avoid being mounted?
Provenza frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Silvio Provenza is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Salazar is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Provenza looking to control and managing it successfully.
You get the feeling that Salazar really doesn't like being in this position too much. #T4#
Salazar is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Provenza controlling from mount.
Salazar is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Salazar working to try and regain half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Provenza looking to control and managing it successfully.
Willie Salazar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

And that's the end of the fight!
Silvio Provenza showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Provenza, 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Silvio Provenza!
Silvio Provenza spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: OFC 276: Aquarius
Date: Apr 12, 2017

#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Flux as Woodley shoots in.
Flux lands with a thumping leg kick.
Flux lands with a kick to the ribs.
Flux tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Woodley throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Flux counters with a nice kick to the body.
Tyron Woodley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Horrible takedown attempt by Woodley or perhaps it was just good defense by Flux, which made it look bad.
Flux misses with a body kick.
Woodley misses with a double jab
and Flux counters with a head kick. That will keep Woodley thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Woodley takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Woodley swings away with a body shot that misses
and Flux counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #CL2#
Woodley moves into range and clinches up with Flux.
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!
Flux scores with a shot to the side of Woodley's head.
Flux is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Flux gets through Woodley's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Flux.
Woodley is trying to force a seperation but Flux has the dominant position.
Flux lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
I was talking to Flux's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Flux misses with the head strike.
Woodley tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Woodley is trying to push Flux away but Flux has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Woodley is trying to break the clinch but Flux has him pressed against the cage.
Woodley is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Flux lands a nice uppercut.
Woodley is trying to break free.
A short left from Flux.
Woodley is trying to push Flux away but Flux has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Woodley has a couple of punches blocked by Flux. #BC2#
Woodley escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Flux moves to clinch but Woodley breaks away
and Woodley counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T2#
Woodley tries to land a front kick but Flux steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Woodley fails to land with a series of punches.
Flux stuffs the takedown attempt from Woodley. Woodley gets slowly back to his feet.
Dante Flux has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyron Woodley.
Woodley wants to clinch.
Flux is looking for a counter combo.
Flux fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Woodley misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Woodley looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD2#
Woodley closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Woodley misses with the ground and pound.
Woodley lands a decent elbow from side control. #T3#
Flux manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Flux works his way into side control.
Flux working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Woodley has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Woodley tries to buck Flux off but Flux is having none of it.
Woodley struggling a bit here.
Woodley tries to buck Flux off but Flux is having none of it.
Flux lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Woodley down.
Flux controls the position from side control.
Flux in side control, throwing shots but Woodley defends.
Flux working the head with strikes. #T4#
Flux trying to control the position but Woodley is working away.
Flux controls the position.
Woodley is looking to reverse the position.
Woodley is trying to control Flux's posture but Flux avoids it.
Woodley is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Woodley is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Flux tries to pass the half guard into mount. Woodley knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Flux is figuring out what he wants to do next.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dante Flux dominated that round.
That's time! Flux's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Woodley doesn't manage to clinch there - Flux circles away.
Flux is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Woodley can do to turn this around?
Flux slips a jab and a cross from Woodley. #CL2#
Woodley pushes Flux up against the cage in a clinch.
Woodley is trying to break the clinch but Flux is controlling him.
Woodley wants to break free but Flux has control.
Flux lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Flux fails to land.
Flux tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Flux working aggressively here.
Woodley tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Flux smiles and moves away.
Woodley rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Flux moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Woodley looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Flux is fending him off so far but Woodley persists. Nope, Flux circles away and we're back to standing.
Flux looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Woodley throws a right hand that Flux ducks under and follows up with a left that Flux also avoids with ease.
Flux checks a low kick from Woodley.
Woodley tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Flux manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Flux slips a jab and a cross from Woodley. #T1#
Nice straight punches there by Woodley. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Woodley.
Tyron Woodley is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Woodley misses with a takedown attempt
and Flux counters with a nice leg kick.
Dante Flux has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyron Woodley.
Woodley is breathing heavily.
Flux turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Flux scores with a sloppy right hand. Woodley should have avoided that one.
Woodley gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Flux counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Flux looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And Woodley tries to counter it with a takedown but Flux pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Flux throws a nice inside leg kick.
Woodley throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Flux counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Woodley!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Flux wants to control but Woodley is keeping him busy.
Dante Flux overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Woodley is pushing Flux's head away, looking to escape. Flux manages to hold on to the position though.
Flux trying to control the position but Woodley is working away. #T2#
Flux sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Woodley is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Woodley tries to escape but Flux is in control.
Woodley is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Woodley is trying to stand back up but Flux is controlling him
Flux seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Woodley does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Flux seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Flux slips a nice elbow through Woodley's hands, connecting with Woodley's forehead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Flux takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T3#
Flux trying to control from half guard but Woodley is working away.
Flux sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Woodley defending well though.
Flux blocks the strikes from Woodley.
Woodley trying to hold on to Flux's head to control him but Flux postures up.
Flux trying to mount his opponent but Woodley defends it.
Woodley wants to improve his position but Flux is controlling well. #SUB#
Flux is working for a submission of some sort.
Flux throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nice strikes from Flux there.
Flux perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Woodley wants to improve his position but Flux is controlling well.
Flux is trying to control the action in half guard but Woodley is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Flux scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Flux perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Woodley strikes from the bottom but Flux passes into mount!
Flux trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Flux landing strikes, looking to finish!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dante Flux dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Woodley circles away from the clinch attempt.
Woodley shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Flux as he avoids it easily.
Flux scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL#
Flux has taken the fight to the clinch.
Flux lands a nice uppercut.
Flux keeps control of Woodley as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Woodley can't find room to land a body shot as Flux controls the action.
Woodley tries for a takedown. No joy. #TD2#
Woodley has clasped his hands together around Flux's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Flux struggling a bit here.
Flux sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Flux manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Flux trying to keep a closed guard but Woodley is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
Flux looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Woodley preventing the sweep.
Flux working a defensive guard here.
Woodley won't allow Flux to sweep him here.
Woodley postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Woodley postures up in Flux's guard and throws a big left but Flux blocks it.
Flux looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Flux looking to control.
Flux preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Woodley distracts Flux with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Woodley throws a big right hand that misses.
Woodley loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Flux bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Woodley's guard. #REVR#
Flux stands and throws Woodley's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Tyron Woodley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Woodley tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Flux wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Flux working away.
Woodley is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Woodley throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land. #T3#
Woodley is trying to get back to half guard.
Flux works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Woodley tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Flux wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Flux wants to lay and pray for a moment but Woodley keeps working.
Woodley is looking for a sweep.
Flux moves into full mount!
Dante Flux is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Flux looking to control and managing it successfully.
Woodley is looking to improve his position but Flux isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Flux looking to control and managing it successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Woodley throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Flux controlling the pace for now.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dante Flux!

Event: gc144
Date: Apr 08, 2017

#R1#
Saraste blocks a head kick by Butcher.
Butcher has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Westside Martial Arts in the buildup to the fight.
Butcher throws a lazy right hand but Saraste sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big right from Butcher misses.
Butcher connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Saraste shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Butcher swinging wildly here.
Saraste misses with a shot to the body
letting Butcher counter with a right hand.
Butcher fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Saraste on the side of the head.
Saraste connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Saraste has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Saraste shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Butcher as he jumps to the side.
Butcher throws a poor cross that misses
and Saraste counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Butcher moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Saraste lands a nice looking body shot. #CL2#
Saraste instigates a clinch. #T1#
Saraste tries for a takedown but Butcher manages to get underhooks.
Saraste is working Butcher over against the cage.
Butcher has Saraste pressed against the cage.
Saraste throws a head punch that misses.
Saraste goes for a takedown attempt but Butcher pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Billy Butcher has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Konstantin Saraste.
Butcher connects with the punch.
Saraste misses with a double jab.
Butcher misses the jab.
Butcher takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Saraste throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Butcher lands with a thumping leg kick.
Saraste throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Saraste misses with a series of wild punches.
Saraste works over Butcher's head and body with a nice combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Saraste. Butcher does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Butcher wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Saraste shoots for a double leg takedown but Butcher sprawls well. He's pushed Saraste's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Butcher throwing a counter right hand but Saraste manages to avoid it.
Saraste has his takedown stuffed
and Butcher counters with a leg kick.
Saraste shoots in but no luck this time.
Saraste throws a right hand that Butcher ducks under and follows up with a left that Butcher also avoids with ease.
Butcher bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Saraste's head.#CUT#
It looks like Konstantin Saraste has been cut.
Butcher avoids a punch combination nicely.
Butcher tries to bum rush Saraste with a series of wild strikes but Saraste uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Saraste throws a jab but it's blocked by Butcher. #T3#
Saraste blocks a jab.
Butcher scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Saraste misses with an uppercut.
Butcher tried to counter with a leg kick but Saraste avoided it.
Butcher slips a straight right by Saraste.
And Butcher counters with a quick kick to the body but Saraste blocks it.
Saraste misses the jab.
Saraste throws a series of punches but Butcher avoids them all with ease.
Butcher smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Butcher's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Saraste connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Butcher scrambles back to his feet.
Saraste gets caught by a brutal right hook which buckles his knees! Saraste tries to backpedal with his spaghettilegs but Butcher is headhunting and goes for the kill. A jab and a right hook connect and Saraste buckles badly as his eyes roll back. The referee steps in and saves Saraste!! Saraste is complaining but he was clearly out on his feet. Butcher throws his mouthpiece into the crowd. Mmmm spit-tastic.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Billy Butcher!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Billy Butcher waved his t-shirt featuring KnockOut's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: MMAHelsinki - 109
Date: Apr 07, 2017

#R1#
Krustofski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Provenza gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Krustofski.
Provenza shoots for a takedown but Krustofski saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A punch combination from Provenza misses.
Krustofski slips a jab and a cross from Provenza.
Provenza shoots in for a double leg but Krustofski sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Krustofski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Provenza feints the counter takedown.
Provenza misses with a body shot.
Krustofski looks to score with a jab to the body but Provenza is just out of range.
Krustofski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Provenza.
Hyman Krustofski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Silvio Provenza.
Krustofski scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krustofski misses the shot to the body.
Krustofski throws a head kick that misses.
Krustofski scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Provenza takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Provenza fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Krustofski drops his hands momentarily and Provenza takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Provenza walks into a left hand.
Provenza tries to close the distance and clinch up but Krustofski swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little feinted left hand from Krustofski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Krustofski connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Provenza tumbling to the canvas! Krustofski pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Provenza was done - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Hyman Krustofski!
Hyman Krustofski thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: OFC 274: Shifter vs Coleman II
Date: Apr 02, 2017

#R1#
Imbula throws a lazy right hand but Woodley sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Imbula looks for the body kick but Woodley saw that one coming.
Tyron Woodley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice cross by Imbula.
Imbula misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Woodley.
Woodley misses with a head kick.
Woodley looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Imbula slips under a jab from Woodley.#TD2#
Woodley decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Imbula gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Imbula working a defensive guard here.
Woodley stands up over Imbula, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Woodley scoring with some ground and pound.
Imbula looking to control.
Woodley is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Woodley lands a couple of digs.#T1#
Imbula is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Woodley is in close to Imbula's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Imbula working a defensive guard here.
Woodley with a flurry of punches that miss.
Woodley loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Woodley is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Woodley landing some decent shots from guard. #ROC2#
Imbula is rocked!
Woodley is fighting to break Imbula's control of his arms but Imbula is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Oh Imbula is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Woodley is looking to work some ground and pound but Imbula has wrist control.
Imbula seems to have got his legs back now.
Woodley landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Woodley missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Imbula working for a triangle but Woodley defends it easily.
Imbula wants to sweep here but Woodley controlling him for the moment.
Woodley landing with the ground and pound.
We've been hearing good reports from Imbula's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Imbula working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Woodley.
Woodley chips away with some ground and pound.
Imbula is controlling Woodley's posture.#SUB#
Imbula is looking for a triangle but Woodley pushes his legs off easily. #T3#
Woodley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Imbula is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Woodley working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Woodley lands a couple of elbows.
Woodley scoring with some ground and pound.
Woodley lands a couple of elbows.
Woodley postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Woodley lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Woodley is looking to work some ground and pound but Imbula has wrist control.#SUB#
Imbula has his feet on Woodley's thighs here. He's pushed Woodley off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Woodley screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Cheik Imbula!
After winning the bout, Cheik Imbula thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

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