Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: RapidFC 39
Date: Aug 10, 2019

#R1#
Chan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kimura misses with the combination.
Kimura throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Chan moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Chan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kimura ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chan moves away.
Kimura takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kimura fails to land with a series of punches.
Ichirou Kimura seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chan throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Chan.
Chan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kimura tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kimura's corner calls for a 1-2. Kimura obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Chan has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Chan ducks right into an uppercut from Kimura.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big left from Kimura misses.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Chan, right into the meat. #T1#
Chan throws a lazy head kick
and Kimura connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chan throws a low kick but Kimura avoids it.
Kimura swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL2#
and Chan counters by moving into the clinch. #BC#
Kimura breaks the clinch.
Kimura lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chan circles away quickly and effectively.
Kimura avoids the head kick by Chan.
Chan plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Chan throws a head kick that misses.
Kimura looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chan fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kimura.
Chan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kimura throws a right and a left that Chan avoids nicely.
Kimura rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Chan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Chan misses with a head kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Kimura misses its target.#T2#
Chan scores with a leg kick.
Chan throws a head kick but Kimura moves out of range.
Chan throws a head kick that misses.
Kimura throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Kimura tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kimura throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kimura scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Chan avoids the body shot from Kimura.
Chan with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kimura. #CL2#
Chan moves into the clinch.#BC#
Kimura escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kimura swinging wildly here.
Chan cracks the inside of Kimura's front leg. #T3#
Chan plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kimura displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Chan feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kimura's calf.
Some wild striking there from Kimura.
Chan throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Chan rushes Kimura and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Chan breaks the clinch.
Kimura swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kimura digs a good hook to Chan's body.
Chan is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kimura.
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!
Kimura tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've been told by Kimura's head coaches at MMA Dojo (Top Gym in Tokyo*) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Sloppy strikes from Kimura. Those never looked like landing.
Kimura pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Kimura swinging wildly here.
Kimura is breathing heavily.
Chan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Chan scores with a head kick. Kimura tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kimura displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Chan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Chan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Chan lands a leg kick that knocks Kimura off balance momentarily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kimura. #CL2#
Chan drives through and clinches with Kimura against the cage. #BC#
Kimura breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#KD#
Kimura drops Chan with a beautiful combination! Chan stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Kimura is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Chan is rocked!
Kimura is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Chan lands a head kick!
Kimura throws a series of punches but Chan moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ichirou Kimura dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Kimura takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kimura misses with a wild body shot.
Kimura blocks a head kick by Chan.
Kimura swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chan counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kimura misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Chan.
Kimura swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chan counters with an outside leg kick.
Kimura blocks a head kick by Chan.
Chan lands with a slapping head kick.
Kimura throws a series of punches but Chan avoids them all with ease. #CL2#
Chan moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Chan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Chan rushes Kimura and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Chan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kimura's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Kimura throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1##CL2#
Chan closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Chan manages to break the clinch.
Chan tries a head kick but it misses.
Kimura throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Chan.
Kimura lands with a good body shot.
Kimura lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chan circles away quickly and effectively.
An inside leg kick lands from Chan.
Chan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Kimura. Those never looked like landing.
Kimura takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chan misses with a head kick.
Kimura checks a low kick from Chan.
Chan dodges the punch combination from Kimura.
Kimura misses with a two punch combination. #T2#
Kimura throws a shot from downtown. Chan moves away and avoids it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kimura tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chan was well out of range. Poor timing from Kimura.#CL2#
Chan has Kimura up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Kimura breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kimura checks a leg kick.
Chan slips a jab and a cross from Kimura.
Kimura throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ichirou Kimura is winning the standup battle so far.
Kimura stalks Chan and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Chan's face. Chan staggers backwards, shaken.
A head kick by Chan misses
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
and Kimura counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Kimura misses the target.
Chan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Chan throws a head kick that misses.
Kimura digs a good hook to Chan's body. #T3#
Chan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kimura.
Nice shot by Kimura.
Kimura lands with a nice body punch.
Chan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chan scores with a head kick.
Kimura swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kimura misses with a few strikes there.
Chan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Chan thumps Kimura with a low kick.#CL2#
Chan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kimura, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Kimura breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kimura swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T4#
Chan connects with a leg kick. Kimura looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
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!
Decent striking displayed by Kimura there.
Chan misses the shot to the body.
Kimura looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chan wants to counter with a clinch but Kimura pushes him away.
A punch combination from Kimura misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Chan.
Chan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kimura.
Chan misses the shot to the body.
Chan lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Kimura throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chan throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #ROC2#
Kimura is rocked!
Chan circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Kimura drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Chan follows Kimura to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jet Chan!
Our winner, Jet Chan, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: RFC Showdown in Tokyo 18
Date: Aug 03, 2019

#R1#
Jones Jr moves in looking to clinch but Maxwell pushes him off.
Maxwell swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is looking to clinch.
Jordan Jones Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Jones Jr gets a clinch.
Jones Jr lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Kevin Maxwell has been cut.
Jones Jr lands an elbow inside that Maxwell shrugs off.
Jones Jr creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Maxwell's defenses. #CUT2#
Kevin Maxwell's cut is getting worse.
Jones Jr keeps control of Maxwell as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Maxwell wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Jones Jr tries to land knees in the clinch but Maxwell avoids the damage to the body.
Nice elbow from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Jones Jr landing knees to the body.
Maxwell takes a knee to the side of the body.
Maxwell is breathing heavily.
Jones Jr connects with a nasty looking knee right to Maxwell's face.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones Jr lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#
Kevin Maxwell's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jones Jr. #CUT2#
Jeez, Kevin Maxwell's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Jones Jr obliges.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jones Jr.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Kevin Maxwell's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Jordan Jones Jr!
A victorious Jordan Jones Jr thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Kevin Maxwell stepped up to the mic, saying 'whack'.

Event: Batoru FC 18
Date: Jul 06, 2019

#R1#
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kruschev sprawls well. Kruschev wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.
Kruschev throwing a counter right hand but Sakamoto manages to avoid it.
Kruschev thuds his shin into the meat of Sakamoto's side.
Sakamoto tries for a takedown but Kruschev sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sakamoto is defended easily by Kruschev.
Wally Kruschev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takuya Sakamoto.
A big left from Kruschev misses.
Sakamoto walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sakamoto ducks under a wild hook from Kruschev.
Sakamoto uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kruschev.
Nice defenses there by Sakamoto.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruschev works the jab nicely.
Kruschev looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sakamoto darts in looking for a takedown but Kruschev gets double underhooks and turns Sakamoto into the cage.
Kruschev quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Sakamoto fails with a takedown attempt.
Kruschev displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sakamoto.
A little feinted left hand from Kruschev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Kruschev throws a low kick but Sakamoto moves out of range easily.
Kruschev lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kruschev with a jab.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sakamoto uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kruschev.#TD2#
Sakamoto throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kruschev tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sakamoto is in Kruschev's guard.
Sakamoto tries to free his leg and advance position but Kruschev is retaining full guard.
Kruschev not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kruschev is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sakamoto is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sakamoto stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kruschev swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kruschev 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#
Sakamoto tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Kruschev has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Sakamoto tries to hold on but Kruschev postures up.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU#
Kruschev is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
A jab lands there for Kruschev.
Kruschev lands a jab to the head.
Kruschev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sakamoto sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sakamoto tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kruschev swivels and escapes.
Sakamoto slips a straight right by Kruschev.
Kruschev lands a jab-cross combination.
No luck for Sakamoto with that takedown attempt.
Kruschev tries a head kick but it misses.
Takuya Sakamoto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A bone on bone clash there as Sakamoto blocks the leg kick.
Sakamoto fails with a takedown attempt. #T3#
Kruschev takes a swing at Sakamoto's ribcage but misses.
A big left from Kruschev misses.
Kruschev misses with a looping right.
Sakamoto shoots for a takedown but Kruschev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kruschev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sakamoto bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sakamoto tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kruschev defends well and Sakamoto ends up having to push Kruschev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sakamoto shoots for a double leg takedown but Kruschev sprawls well. He's pushed Sakamoto's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Kruschev misses the target.
Kruschev tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sakamoto is able to avoid easily.
Sakamoto shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kruschev pinned against the cage. Kruschev gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kruschev connects with a solid leg kick.
Sakamoto moves out of range as Kruschev strikes.
And Sakamoto tries to counter it with a takedown but Kruschev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sakamoto takes one on the button.
Sakamoto tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kruschev sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sakamoto somewhat.
Kruschev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T4#
Kruschev defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sakamoto.
Sakamoto moves away from the strike by Kruschev.
Kruschev misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Sakamoto counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES#
Kruschev manages to escape and get back to his feet!
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!
Jab, jab by Kruschev - just one landing.
Kruschev lands with a straight right. Sakamoto didn't see that one coming.
Kruschev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kruschev scores with a head kick. Sakamoto tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Sakamoto staying out of range there.
Kruschev turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kruschev misses with a straight left.
Kruschev lands a really nice looking cross but Sakamoto seems unphased.
Kruschev lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sakamoto circles away quickly and effectively.
Kruschev scores with a jab.
Sakamoto fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck for Sakamoto with that takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wally Kruschev dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Sakamoto looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kruschev is fending him off so far but Sakamoto persists. Nope, Kruschev circles away and we're back to standing.
Sakamoto stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kruschev.
Sakamoto gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kruschev counters with a stiff right hand.
Sakamoto shoots for a takedown but Kruschev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Wally Kruschev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takuya Sakamoto.
Kruschev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kruschev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sakamoto can do to turn this around?
Sakamoto uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kruschev.
Wally Kruschev is winning the standup battle so far.
Kruschev cracks Sakamoto with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sakamoto shoots for a double leg takedown but Kruschev sprawls well. He's pushed Sakamoto's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sakamoto fails to land the takedown.
Kruschev misses with a body shot.
Sakamoto closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kruschev circles away.
Kruschev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sakamoto doesn't seem bothered though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Kruschev misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kruschev.
Kruschev cracks Sakamoto with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kruschev stuffs the takedown.
Kruschev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sakamoto sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kruschev connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sakamoto. Sakamoto circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
Sakamoto ducks right into an uppercut from Kruschev.
Kruschev stuffs the takedown attempt from Sakamoto. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.
A left lands for Kruschev.
Kruschev throws a body shot but no joy.
Sakamoto avoids the head kick by Kruschev.
Kruschev misses the shot to the body.
Kruschev misses the shot to the body.
Kruschev misses with a straight right.
Sakamoto shoots in looking for a takedown. Kruschev tries to sprawl out of it but Sakamoto keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kruschev manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kruschev looks to throw the jab but Sakamoto is out of range.
Kruschev connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Takuya Sakamoto is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sakamoto has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kruschev finds it's way round the side to connect with Sakamoto's head.
Sakamoto with a lazy takedown attempt
and Sakamoto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kruschev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kruschev throws a hook to the side of Sakamoto's head but Sakamoto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Kruschev misses the target.
Sakamoto on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kruschev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sakamoto sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kruschev connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sakamoto slips under a jab.
Kruschev stalks Sakamoto and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Sakamoto's face. Sakamoto staggers backwards, shaken.
Kruschev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Kruschev finds it's way through Sakamoto's defenses.
Kruschev connects with a looping right hand.
Sakamoto closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kruschev circles away.
Kruschev lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Sakamoto shoots in but Kruschev avoids the takedown attempt easily.
No luck for Sakamoto with that takedown attempt.
Kruschev lands a front kick.
Sakamoto fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Kruschev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kruschev throws a front kick that sends Sakamoto stumbling back into the cage.
Kruschev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kruschev swings for the body but Sakamoto moves out of range.
Kruschev lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kruschev looks to land a left hand but Sakamoto moved out of range nicely.
Sakamoto takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sakamoto takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sakamoto defending well as Kruschev loads up on a big left hand.
Sakamoto shoots in and drives through. Kruschev sprawls well.
A slow jab from Kruschev misses its intended target.
Sakamoto fails with the takedown.
No luck for Sakamoto with that takedown attempt.
Sakamoto is breathing heavily.
Sakamoto ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kruschev connects with a body shot.
Sakamoto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kruschev.
Sakamoto has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4#
Sakamoto on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kruschev. Kruschev obviously looking to wear him down.
Sakamoto slips under a jab.
Kruschev throws a good cross that connects.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kruschev connects with an inside leg kick.
Kruschev scores with a push kick.
Nice defenses there by Sakamoto.
Kruschev misses with an uppercut.
Kruschev connects with a nice looking jab.
Sakamoto looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Sakamoto tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kruschev sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sakamoto somewhat.
Kruschev feints and then cracks Sakamoto's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sakamoto down.
Kruschev misses with a few strikes there.
Kruschev lands with a cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Wally Kruschev 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#
Sakamoto uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kruschev.
Kruschev throws a one two combo.
Sakamoto moves out of range of the strikes.
Sakamoto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kruschev.
Kruschev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sakamoto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kruschev.
Sakamoto tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kruschev sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sakamoto somewhat.
Sakamoto stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kruschev.
A slow jab from Kruschev misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Sakamoto crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kruschev - the referee stops the clock and Sakamoto gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kruschev. Sakamoto manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kruschev lands with a shot to the body.
A big left from Kruschev misses.
Kruschev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sakamoto.
Sakamoto's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sakamoto steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kruschev. That one must have hurt.
Kruschev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Sakamoto throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kruschev's waist but Kruschev gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sakamoto off to one side. #TD2#
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES#
Kruschev has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Sakamoto is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#BC#
Kruschev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kruschev throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kruschev enables Sakamoto to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kruschev manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Sakamoto drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kruschev manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sakamoto has Kruschev in his guard.#REVR#
Sakamoto takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kruschev showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Sakamoto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kruschev can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU#
Kruschev gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T2#
Kruschev lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
Sakamoto shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Sakamoto showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB2#
Kruschev is defending against the submission attempts here by Sakamoto.
Sakamoto trying to pass the guard but Kruschev defending well.
Kruschev wants to get back to full guard.#ES#
Kruschev kicks off Sakamoto and gets to his feet. #T3#
Sakamoto shoots in looking for a takedown but Kruschev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sakamoto's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Wally Kruschev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takuya Sakamoto.
Sakamoto checks the leg kick.
Sakamoto drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kruschev defends it well.
Sakamoto takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kruschev wants to land a leg kick but Sakamoto is out of range.
Kruschev misses the jab.
Sakamoto drops his hands momentarily and Kruschev takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kruschev cracks Sakamoto with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sakamoto moves out of range as Kruschev strikes.
Kruschev missing with a left hand there. Sakamoto was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kruschev moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kruschev but Kruschev pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sakamoto changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kruschev tries to avoid it but Sakamoto manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kruschev to the ground. Kruschev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kruschev keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kruschev stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kruschev wants it to stay on the feet.#T4#
Kruschev lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sakamoto has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kruschev.#TD2#
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruschev trying to control from the bottom.
Kruschev tries to get to full guard but Sakamoto has control of the leg. #ES#
Kruschev pushes Sakamoto off and gets back to his feet.
Kruschev stuffs the takedown attempt from Sakamoto. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.
Some wild striking there from Kruschev.
Kruschev misses with a looping right.
Takuya Sakamoto has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kruschev scores with a decent looking hook.
Wally Kruschev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sakamoto moves out of range as Kruschev strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wally Kruschev showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kruschev 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:25
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:26
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wally Kruschev!
Wally Kruschev gave a mention to Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: FNF Summer Madness II
Date: Jul 05, 2019

#R1##CL#
Mohammed gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Mohammed. #BC#
Mohammed's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mohammed swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Dikoume decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Mohammed's guard.
Mohammed pulls Dikoume in close to prevent any damage.
Dikoume works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Dikoume is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Dikoume is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mohammed is trying to stand back up but Dikoume is controlling him #T1#
Mohammed is not content to let Dikoume control the position.#SUB2#
Dikoume is trying to work for a kimura but Mohammed is defending well.
Dikoume with the ground and pound but Mohammed uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Mohammed keeping moving, preventing Dikoume from controlling successfully.
Dikoume is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dikoume tries to free his leg and advance position but Mohammed is retaining full guard.
Dikoume trying to control the position from guard on top but Mohammed is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mohammed throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Dikoume counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Dikoume is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Dikoume is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Mohammed is staying active underneath Dikoume, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T3##SUB2#
Dikoume is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mohammed sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Dikoume is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dikoume is just content to waste time from the top position. Mohammed takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Dikoume pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mohammed is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Dikoume has gone for a leg lock! Mohammed slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dikoume's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Dikoume had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mohammed defends it easily.#T4#
Mohammed 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. #SU#
Mohammed decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Mohammed looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mohammed misses with a few strikes there.
Dikoume feints the counter takedown.
Dikoume moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Mohammed jabs Dikoume right on the nose. Dikoume blinks but takes it well.#CL#
Mohammed gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
Mohammed pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mohammed misses with the combination.
Dikoume changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malek Mohammed dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Mohammed swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Dikoume counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mohammed! #ES#
Mohammed explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #CL#
Mohammed closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Dikoume takes a shot to the head.
Mohammed lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mohammed makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Mohammed breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #KD#
Mohammed lands a left and a right that send Dikoume crashing to the mat, dazed. Mohammed thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Dikoume is rocked!#CL#
Mohammed moves into the clinch.#BC#
Mohammed manages to break the clinch.
Mohammed throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dikoume.
And Dikoume tries to counter it with a takedown but Mohammed pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL#
Mohammed closes the distance and clinches.
Mohammed working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
Mohammed escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mohammed will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Mohammed jabs Dikoume to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sloppy strikes from Mohammed. Those never looked like landing.
Mohammed scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL#
Mohammed closes the distance and clinches.
Mohammed lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mohammed lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mohammed lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Mohammed breaks from the clinch.
Mohammed throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Dikoume counters with a shoot takedown. Mohammed fights it but they end up in guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mohammed wants to stand but Dikoume is controlling the position.
Dikoume trying to control the position from guard on top but Mohammed is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Dikoume postures up in Mohammed's guard and throws a big left but Mohammed blocks it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mohammed can't keep his opponent in guard - Dikoume advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Dikoume is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dikoume sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mohammed defending well though.
Mohammed is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Dikoume is looking for a kimura but Mohammed is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dikoume to get the leverage.
Mohammed is not content to let Dikoume control the position.#T3##SUB2#
Dikoume seems to be looking for submissions.
Dikoume is looking to take a break and control but Mohammed is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mohammed controlling the position for now.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB2#
Dikoume wants to work for an arm triangle but Mohammed is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Mohammed trying to control here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Mohammed clinches up with Dikoume and pushes him back against the cage.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#BC#
Mohammed escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mohammed throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Dikoume counters with a shoot takedown. Mohammed fights it but they end up in guard.
Mohammed keeping moving, preventing Dikoume from controlling successfully.
Mohammed looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dikoume trying to control the position from guard on top but Mohammed is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marcel Dikoume has got the better of the ground game so far.
Mohammed utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mohammed looking for a sweep. Not yet Mohammed, not yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Malek Mohammed dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A right-left combo lands from Mohammed.
Dikoume dodges the punch combination from Mohammed.
Dikoume changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL#
Mohammed moves into range and clinches up with Dikoume.#BC#
Mohammed pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mohammed misses with the combination.
Dikoume drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mohammed defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dikoume takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL#
Mohammed forces Dikoume back against the cage and clinches.
Mohammed lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mohammed lands with a left to the head.
Mohammed is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dikoume can do to turn this around?#T1##BC#
Mohammed's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mohammed falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Dikoume counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mohammed! #SUB2#
Dikoume is trying to get an arm triangle but Mohammed is defending well.
Mohammed is not content to let Dikoume control the position.
Mohammed takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #SUB2#
Dikoume is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mohammed is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dikoume looking to control but instead Mohammed has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T2#
Mohammed wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Dikoume is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Mohammed to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Dikoume prevents Mohammed from getting back to his feet.
Dikoume in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dikoume tries to free his leg and advance position but Mohammed is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Dikoume drops back, looking for a kneebar! Mohammed looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Mohammed looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Mohammed! #REVR#
Dikoume is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Mohammed off and has taken his back!#T3##ES#
Mohammed manages to escape to his feet. #CL#
Mohammed clinches up with Dikoume and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Mohammed is fighting off a takedown attempt but Dikoume is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Mohammed to the mat. Mohammed regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Dikoume throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mohammed works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Mohammed wants to stand but Dikoume is controlling the position.
Dikoume is pushing down on Mohammed's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mohammed is fighting to maintain full guard but Dikoume has managed to sneak the leg through.
Dikoume seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mohammed does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dikoume seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T4#
Mohammed regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dikoume sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dikoume looking to pass the guard.
Dikoume takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dikoume is looking to advance position but Mohammed has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dikoume is trying desperately to improve position.
Dikoume is just holding on here. Mohammed manages to take his back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Malek Mohammed showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mohammed, 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malek Mohammed!

Event: Friday Night Summer Madness
Date: Jun 28, 2019

#R1#
Jones Jr closes the distance but Norris moves to the side
and Norris counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jones Jr tries to clinch there but Norris circles away. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Norris on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Jones Jr using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Norris has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Norris blocks the elbow strike.
Jones Jr tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Jones Jr throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Norris is trying to break the clinch but Jones Jr is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Norris is defending well for now.
Jones Jr with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jones Jr misses with an elbow over the top.
Norris blocks the elbow strike.
Jones Jr is stalling here. #T1#
The referee is keeping an eye on Jones Jr - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Jones Jr unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Jones Jr using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Norris has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Jones Jr misses with a knee strike.
Jones Jr scores a nice knee to the body.
Norris is trying to break the clinch but Jones Jr has him pressed against the cage.
Norris blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Norris is looking to break free of the clinch but Jones Jr has double underhooks.
Jones Jr trying to land knees to the body.
Jones Jr with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jones Jr tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #BC#
Norris manages to break the clinch. #T2#
Norris circles away from the clinch attempt
and Norris connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jordan Jones Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Jones Jr closes the distance and clinches.
Knees in the clinch landing for Jones Jr. #BC#
Norris breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Jones Jr takes the fight into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Norris managing to block the knees to the body from Jones Jr.
A knee to the head by Jones Jr. #CUT2#
It looks like Chuck Norris has been cut.
Jones Jr trying to land knees to the body.
Jones Jr lands a damaging elbow.
A knee to the head by Jones Jr. #T3##BC#
Norris breaks the clinch.
Jones Jr fails with an attempt to clinch.
Norris looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jones Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Norris circles away.
As Jones Jr backs away, Norris returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jones Jr moves to clinch but Norris breaks away
and Norris cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Norris gets tackled into the cage by Jones Jr. Jones Jr maintains the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a damaging elbow.
Jones Jr tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Norris avoids it.
Jones Jr tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Jones Jr misses with a knee strike.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Norris blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T4#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Jones Jr takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Norris blocks an elbow strike.
Norris blocks the elbow strike.
Jones Jr looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Norris blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Norris avoiding damage as Jones Jr throws knees to the body.
Norris is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Jones Jr tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Norris avoids it.
Norris blocks an elbow strike from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr has Norris pressed against the cage, preventing Norris from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Norris managing to block the knees to the body from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jordan Jones Jr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Chuck Norris'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#
Jones Jr tries to clinch there but Norris circles away. #CL2#
Jones Jr clinches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Jones Jr just misses with a elbow thrown towards Norris's brow.
Jones Jr misses with an elbow strike.
Jones Jr misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Norris.
Jones Jr lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Norris blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Norris stalling against the cage.
Norris takes an elbow to the forehead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr tries to land knees in the clinch but Norris avoids the damage to the body.
Jordan Jones Jr seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Jones Jr throws an elbow that misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Jones Jr throws an elbow but misses.
Jones Jr missing with knees to the body.
Jones Jr throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Norris blocks it with crossed arms. #T1#
Norris blocks an elbow strike.
Jones Jr stalling.
Norris blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jones Jr tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Jones Jr throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Jones Jr is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Norris is defending well for now.#BC#
Norris breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jones Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Norris circles away.
As Jones Jr looks to move away, Norris throws a big counter combo but Jones Jr just gets out of the way.
Chuck Norris is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jones Jr is looking to clinch but Norris is avoiding it. #CL2#
Jones Jr pushes Norris up against the cage in a clinch.
Jones Jr throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Jones Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Norris is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Norris blocks an elbow strike.
Norris on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T2#
Norris blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jones Jr tries to land knees in the clinch but Norris avoids the damage to the body.
Jones Jr throws a knee to the head but misses.
Jones Jr looking to stall.
Jones Jr tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Norris avoids it.
Jones Jr throws a knee to the head but misses.
Jones Jr pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Jones Jr lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Jones Jr missing with knees to the body.
Norris dodges an elbow strike from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr trying to stall but Norris improves his position.
Norris managing to block the knees to the body from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr misses with an elbow over the top.#T3#
Norris wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Jones Jr tries a knee to the head but Norris blocks it. #BC#
Norris breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jones Jr tries to clinch
and Norris connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Norris keeps the fight on the outside.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Norris went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Norris swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones Jr.#CL2#
Jones Jr closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Jones Jr using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Norris has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Norris has had enough of the clinch but Jones Jr keeps him there for the moment.#BC#
Norris escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Norris gets tackled into the cage by Jones Jr. Jones Jr maintains the clinch.
Jones Jr landing knees to the body. #T4#
Norris takes an elbow to the forehead.
Jones Jr misses with an elbow over the top.
Jones Jr lands a damaging elbow.
A frustrated look appears on Norris's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Jones Jr is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jones Jr connects with a nasty looking knee right to Norris's face.
Norris blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Norris working hard to break the clinch.
Norris is looking to control Jones Jr's arms but Jones Jr gets an underhook and turns him. Now Norris has his back to the cage.
Norris looking to slow down the pace here.
Norris can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.
Norris on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Jones Jr tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Norris avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jordan Jones Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Chuck Norris's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Jones Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up but Norris swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Norris throws a quick counter kick to the body but Jones Jr avoids it.
Jones Jr tries to clinch up but Norris circles away and keeps his distance.
Norris feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Norris pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL2#
Jones Jr pushes Norris up against the cage in a clinch.
Norris can't break the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Jones Jr throws an elbow but misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Jones Jr just misses with a elbow thrown towards Norris's brow.
Jones Jr missing with knees to the body.
Jones Jr taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norris takes an elbow to the forehead.
Norris looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Jones Jr looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Jones Jr misses with an elbow over the top.#BC#
Norris breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1##CL2#
Jones Jr clinches up against the cage.
Norris avoids the elbow strike from Jones Jr, against the cage. #BC#
Norris manages to break the clinch.
Jones Jr tries to clinch but Norris moves out of range. #CL2#
Jones Jr forces Norris back against the cage and clinches.
Norris managing to block the knees to the body from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr throws an elbow that misses.
Jones Jr tries to land a knee to the head but Norris blocks with his arms.
Nice elbow from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr has Norris pressed against the cage, preventing Norris from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Norris's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A nice leg kick lands there from Norris. #CL2#
Jones Jr darts in and clinches Norris up against the cage.#T2#
Norris lands an uppercut.
Norris managing to block the knees to the body from Jones Jr.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jones Jr.
Norris tries to break free but Jones Jr pushes him back against the cage.
Jones Jr is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Norris is defending well for now.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr keeps control of Norris as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Norris is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Norris blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jones Jr lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Jones Jr landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Jones Jr pushes off an throws an elbow but Norris leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Norris is trying to break the clinch but Jones Jr has him pressed against the cage. #T3#
Norris takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2#
Chuck Norris's cut is getting worse.
Jones Jr creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Norris is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Norris dodges an elbow strike from Jones Jr.
Norris managing to block the knees to the body from Jones Jr.
Norris avoiding damage as Jones Jr throws knees to the body.
Jones Jr with a knee to the head.
Norris tries to circle away but Jones Jr has him pinned against the cage.
Jones Jr is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Jones Jr throws a knee to the head but misses.
Jones Jr takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jones Jr throws an elbow that misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Jones Jr throws an elbow but misses. #T4#
Jones Jr creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Jones Jr lands an elbow inside that Norris shrugs off.
Norris working hard to break the clinch.
Jones Jr landing knees to the head. #CUT2#
Chuck Norris's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Jones Jr pushes off an throws an elbow but Norris leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Norris is trying to force a seperation but Jones Jr has the dominant position.
Jones Jr with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC#
Norris breaks the clinch.
Jones Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jones Jr wants to clinch but Norris slips to the side
and Norris counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jones Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jordan Jones Jr!
A relieved looking Jordan Jones Jr thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 18, 2019

#R1#
Bull misses with a double jab.
A jab from Bull misses.
Bull connects with a nice looking jab.
Sakamoto shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bull defends it nicely.
Sakamoto throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bull's waist but Bull gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sakamoto off to one side.
Bull appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bull tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sakamoto was well out of range. Poor timing from Bull.
Sakamoto fails with the takedown
and Bull counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Balder Bull has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takuya Sakamoto.
Bull goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Sakamoto fails with the takedown
and Bull connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sakamoto takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sakamoto looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bull is fending him off so far but Sakamoto persists. Nope, Bull circles away and we're back to standing.
Bull swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sakamoto.
Bull misses with a hook. Sakamoto ducked under it nicely.
Sakamoto fails with the takedown.#T1#
Sakamoto gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bull counters with a stiff right hand.
Sakamoto tries for a takedown but Bull circles away easily
and Bull counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Sakamoto on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sakamoto looks winded!
Bull throws an overhand right that lands on Sakamoto's shoulder, as Sakamoto tries to avoid the shot.
Sakamoto blocks a jab.
Sakamoto shoots in but Bull avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Balder Bull is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sakamoto fails with the takedown
letting Bull counter with a right hand.
Sakamoto tries for a takedown but Bull circles away easily
and Bull counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sakamoto tries for a takedown but Bull sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sakamoto doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bull cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bull scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#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!
Sakamoto with a poor takedown
and Bull counters with a nice body shot.
Sakamoto moves forwards but Bull connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CUT#
It looks like Takuya Sakamoto has been cut.
Sakamoto takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bull scores with a jab to the head. #KD#
Bull lands a big uppercut and Sakamoto crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Sakamoto looks OK. Bull waves Sakamoto back to his feet!#ROC#
Sakamoto is rocked!
Sakamoto with a poor takedown
and Bull counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sakamoto is still on wobbly legs! Can Bull finish him?
Bull lands a right hook to the body.
Sakamoto seems to have recovered his senses.
Sakamoto takes a body punch but keeps moving. #KD#
Bull cracks Sakamoto with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Sakamoto looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Bull finish him?
A shot to the liver by Bull. Beautiful body shot.
Bull definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bull connects with a combination that backs up Sakamoto into the cage. Bull lands a flurry of punches that gets past Sakamoto's guard. Sakamoto is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! Bull bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Balder Bull!
After winning the bout, Balder Bull thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Sacrament II
Date: Jun 14, 2019

#R1##TD#
Sakamoto throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dikoume tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sakamoto is in Dikoume's guard.#SUB2#
Dikoume is looking to cinch up a triangle. Sakamoto throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Dikoume's body to avoid the submission. Dikoume has instead reached around Sakamoto's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Dikoume arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Marcel Dikoume!

Event: FNF Carnage
Date: Jun 07, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Jones Jr moves into the clinch.
Jones Jr lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#
It looks like David Dennison has been cut.
Knees in the clinch landing for Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands a knee to the head.
Jones Jr prevents Dennison from breaking the clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Jones Jr obliges.
Dennison is breathing heavily.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Jones Jr obliges.
Jones Jr landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Dennison takes an elbow to the forehead.
Jones Jr lands an elbow that stopped Dennison in his tracks for a moment.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jones Jr lands a good knee to the midsection. Dennison won't want to take too many of those.
Jones Jr stalling in the clinch.
Nice elbow from Jones Jr. #CUT2#
David Dennison's cut is getting worse.
Dennison takes an elbow to the temple.
Knees to the body from Jones Jr.
Jones Jr lands an elbow just above Dennison 's eye. #CUT2#
David Dennison's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T1#
Jones Jr connects with a nasty looking knee right to Dennison's face.
Jones Jr lands a damaging elbow. #KD2#
Jones Jr drops Dennison with a big knee straight up the middle! Dennison is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC2#
Dennison is rocked!#CUT2#
Jeez, David Dennison's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at David Dennison's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Jordan Jones Jr!
Jordan Jones Jr thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Revelations II
Date: May 24, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Sakamoto closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Sakamoto is trying to get an arm triangle but Alela is defending well. #SUB2#
Sakamoto tries for a kimura but Alela is defending well.
Alela tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Alela pushes Sakamoto away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Sakamoto gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2#
Sakamoto swings around for an armbar but Alela sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Sakamoto's guard.#SUB2#
Sakamoto throws his legs up looking for a submission but Alela uses it to pass to side control.
Sakamoto is looking for a sweep.
Alela tries to stand but Sakamoto is controlling his head. #SUB#
Alela is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sakamoto knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Sakamoto is trying to improve his position.
We've been hearing that Alela has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Sakamoto sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Sakamoto looking for submissions off his back.
Alela trying to control from half guard but Sakamoto is working away. #SUB2#
Sakamoto looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Alela frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Alela tries to control but Sakamoto wriggling away. #T2#
Sakamoto is in all sorts of trouble here. #SU#
Alela is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Sakamoto takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sakamoto dives in for a single leg takedown but Alela sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sakamoto tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Alela swivels and escapes.
Alela defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sakamoto.
Sao Alela has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takuya Sakamoto.
Sakamoto walks into a stiff left hand from Alela.
A decent looking cross lands there for Alela.
Sakamoto slips under a jab.
Sakamoto bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Alela buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alela scores with a nice head shot.
Sakamoto shoots in and drives through. Alela sprawls well.
A little feinted left hand from Alela on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Takuya Sakamoto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alela lands with a right hand.
Alela throws a hook to the side of Sakamoto's head but Sakamoto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sakamoto fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Alela but Alela pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sakamoto is defended easily by Alela.#T3#
Alela tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Alela lands with a hook. Sakamoto tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Alela ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sakamoto fails to land the takedown.
A counter left hand to the body from Alela misses its target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sakamoto.
Sakamoto walks into a left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Alela misses the target.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Alela as he jumps to the side.
Alela lands with a straight right. Sakamoto didn't see that one coming.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown but Alela shows good takedown defense.
Sakamoto slips under a jab from Alela.
Alela stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Alela wants it to stay on the feet.
Alela dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sakamoto. That did some damage!
Alela scoring well with a low kick there.
Sakamoto looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Alela is fending him off so far but Sakamoto persists. Nope, Alela circles away and we're back to standing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alela looks to land a right hand but Sakamoto moved out of range.
Alela is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
Sakamoto takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Alela connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Alela scores with a jab. Sakamoto acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Sakamoto looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Alela slaps away a takedown attempt from Sakamoto, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sakamoto tries to score a power double leg takedown but Alela sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sakamoto somewhat.
Alela connects with a body shot.
Alela stuffs the takedown attempt from Sakamoto. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.
Alela connects with a body shot.
Alela lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sakamoto looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Alela is fending him off so far but Sakamoto persists. Nope, Alela circles away and we're back to standing.
An attempted straight right counter from Alela misses the target.
Alela stuffs the takedown attempt from Sakamoto. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.
Sakamoto looks winded!
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Alela sprawls well. Alela wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sao Alela dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown but Alela shows good takedown defense.
Sakamoto drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sakamoto moves out of range as Alela strikes.
Alela throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sakamoto stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Alela is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sakamoto can do to turn this around?
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Alela as he avoids it easily.
Sakamoto takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sakamoto displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Alela throws out the jab.
Sakamoto is trying hard to land a takedown here. Alela sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sao Alela has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takuya Sakamoto.
A jab from Alela finds it's way through Sakamoto's defenses.
Sao Alela is winning the standup battle so far.
Alela dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sakamoto. That did some damage!
Alela lunges at Sakamoto with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sakamoto's hand.
Alela feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sakamoto's calf.
Alela jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown but Alela shows good takedown defense.
Alela defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sakamoto.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Alela scores with a jab.
Alela is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Alela lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Takuya Sakamoto is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jab by Alela.
Alela lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Alela connects with a single shot there.
Alela connects with a leg kick. Sakamoto looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T1#
Sakamoto looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Alela thuds a left hand into Sakamoto's body.
Alela connects with an inside leg kick.
Sakamoto shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Alela pinned against the cage. Alela gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Alela throwing a counter right hand but Sakamoto manages to avoid it.
Alela connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sakamoto shoots for a double leg takedown but Alela sprawls well. He's pushed Sakamoto's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sakamoto is breathing heavily.
Sakamoto with a lazy takedown attempt
and Alela counters with a nice uppercut.
Sakamoto's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Alela throws a shot from downtown. Sakamoto moves away and avoids it.
Alela ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Alela lands a jab to the nose.
A nice leg kick lands there from Alela.
Alela scores with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alela works Sakamoto's body with a nice hook.
Alela scores with a nice right hand. #T2#
Alela cracks Sakamoto with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nice uppercut there from Alela.
Alela thuds his right hand into Sakamoto's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sakamoto has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#TD2#
Sakamoto dives in and scores a takedown into Alela's guard.#ES#
Alela has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Sakamoto off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Alela lands a glancing blow to the side of Sakamoto's head.
Sakamoto fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Alela avoids it really well and circles away.
Alela lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Alela connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sao Alela is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sakamoto gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sakamoto shoots in looking for a takedown. Alela tries to sprawl out of it but Sakamoto keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Alela manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown but Alela shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sakamoto on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T3##TD2#
Sakamoto throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Alela tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sakamoto is in Alela's guard.
Alela has Sakamoto pulled in close to control his posture.
Sakamoto tries to free his leg and advance position but Alela is retaining full guard. #ES#
Alela has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Sakamoto has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#BC#
Alela breaks from the clinch.
Alela throws a nice outside leg kick.
Alela scores with a nice head shot.
Alela leaves Sakamoto with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A big right from Alela misses.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown but Alela shows good takedown defense.
Sakamoto takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alela scores with a nice right hand.
Alela throws an overhand right that lands on Sakamoto's shoulder, as Sakamoto tries to avoid the shot.
Alela's corner calls for a 1-2. Alela obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Alela stuns Sakamoto with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Alela jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alela fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sakamoto has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T4#
Alela lands a lovely overhand right.
Sakamoto closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Alela cracks Sakamoto with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#TD2#
Sakamoto gets the takedown into side control.
Alela wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Sakamoto goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Alela rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Sakamoto's guard! Nice work there by Alela! #SU#
Alela stands up and waves to Sakamoto to follow him.
Alela lands a jab to the head.
Sakamoto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alela.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown attempt - Alela sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sakamoto tries to move into range but Alela moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown attempt
and Alela cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sao Alela dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sakamoto's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Alela connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Sakamoto scrambles back to his feet.
Sakamoto fails to land the takedown.
Alela throws a jab when Sakamoto was well out of range.
Alela cracks Sakamoto with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sakamoto staying out of range there.
Alela lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sakamoto will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Alela misses with an uppercut.
Sakamoto takes one to the chin there.
Sakamoto shoots for a double leg takedown but Alela sprawls well. He's pushed Sakamoto's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sao Alela has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Takuya Sakamoto.
Alela scores with a jab. Sakamoto acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Alela scores with the left hand. Sakamoto knows he should have avoided that one.
Nice takedown defense from Alela. No joy for Sakamoto on that attempt.
Alela defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sakamoto.
Alela was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Alela connects with a high kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alela connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sakamoto momentarily.
Sakamoto takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Alela throws a hook but Sakamoto blocks it.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Alela sprawls well. Alela wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Alela lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sakamoto's sensitive parts.
Alela looks to land a combination. Sakamoto sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Alela lands with a straight right. Sakamoto didn't see that one coming.
Sakamoto avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alela throws a jab but it's blocked by Sakamoto.
Alela swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alela stuffs the takedown attempt from Sakamoto. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.
Sakamoto fails with a takedown attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sakamoto.
Alela lands a jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Alela.
Alela lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice cross by Alela.#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!
Alela lands with a nice combination. Sakamoto backs away looking to recover.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sakamoto takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sakamoto takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sakamoto dives in and grabs Alela's left leg, looking for a takedown. Alela pushes down on Sakamoto's head and hops out.
A slapping leg kick lands for Alela.
Sakamoto uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alela.
Sakamoto drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Alela defends it well.
Sakamoto takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Alela throws out a powerful jab.
Alela throws a looping overhand right but Sakamoto ducks down to avoid it.
Sakamoto shoots for a takedown but Alela saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sakamoto has a takedown stuffed.
Sakamoto shoots in looking for a takedown. Alela tries to sprawl out of it but Sakamoto keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Alela manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Alela pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Alela lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T3#
Alela lands with a hook. Sakamoto tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sakamoto has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown
and Alela counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Alela fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Alela is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#TD2#
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Alela napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Sakamoto thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Alela is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alela wants to control but Sakamoto postures up.
Alela manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Sakamoto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T4##SUB2#
Sakamoto is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Alela is just riding it out for now. Sakamoto eventually gives up the hold.
Alela has his hands clasped together around Sakamoto's back. He's all about the action.#SUB2#
Sakamoto seems to be working for a kimura but Alela defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Sakamoto is trying to work for a kimura but Alela is defending well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sao Alela showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Alela 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 James Atkins scores the fight 30:25
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:25
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sao Alela!
Sao Alela decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Revelations II
Date: May 24, 2019

#R1#
Kluba fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dikoume looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dikoume closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kluba moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Kluba has knocked Dikoume down with a huge combo! Kluba steps away and waves a wobbly Dikoume back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kluba throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dikoume appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dikoume tries to move into range but Kluba moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kluba closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Dikoume! Kluba dives in looking to finish! Dikoume is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sebastian Kluba!
Sebastian Kluba 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: JBL The Culling
Date: Apr 27, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Jones Jr closes the distance and pushes Johnson back into the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Johnson as Jones Jr tries to tie him up.
Johnson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD#
Johnson pulls guard.
Johnson has control of Jones Jr's left arm, preventing Jones Jr from doing any damage.
Johnson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Jones Jr preventing the sweep.
Jones Jr would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Jones Jr really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Johnson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Johnson holds on and takes a little breather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr wants to get up but he can't break Johnson's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Johnson looking for a guillotine here but Jones Jr defends easily. #SUB#
Johnson is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1#
Jones Jr won't allow Johnson to get back to his feet.
Jones Jr wanted to stand there but Johnson had control of the position.
Jones Jr wants to stand and escape but instead Johnson has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Jones Jr is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Johnson dives into side control.
Johnson looks up at the clock and then as Jones Jr takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Johnson smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Johnson has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Jones Jr!
Jones Jr is trying to stand up.
Jones Jr is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Johnson has taken his back!
Jones Jr trying to get back to his feet but Johnson is in full control for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Johnson'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.#T2#
Jones Jr is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near. #SUB#
Johnson is looking for the choke from the back position but Jones Jr is controlling his hands well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones Jr is trying to stand back up.
The referee is taking a good look at Jones Jr as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Johnson!
Jones Jr is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones Jr is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Jones Jr is trying to stand back up. #T3#
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Johnson.
Johnson controls the position.#SUB#
Johnson is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Jones Jr wants to get back to his feet.
Johnson has good solid back control here. #SUB#
Johnson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T4#
Jones Jr trying to get back to his feet but Johnson is in full control for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones Jr is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB#
Johnson is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Jones Jr has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Jones Jr is trying to get back to his feet but Johnson has full control of the position and if anything, Jones Jr has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Johnson is riding his opponent, not letting Jones Jr buck him off. #SUB#
Jones Jr showing good submission defense here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Johnson trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Jones Jr doesn't escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Seamus Johnson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Jones Jr moves to clinch but Johnson breaks away #TD#
and Johnson counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Jones Jr pushes Johnson off but Johnson dives into side control.
Johnson scoring with punches and elbows.
The referee asks Johnson politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Johnson prefers to stall for the moment though.
Jones Jr tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Jones Jr is covering up but some of the strikes from Johnson are getting through and doing damage.
Jones Jr is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Johnson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
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!
Jones Jr is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Johnson.
Jones Jr is trying to stand back up. #T1##SUB#
Jones Jr wants to get back to his feet. He's half way up but Johnson drags him back down with a jolt, managing to get his forearm deep under Jones Jr 's chin! Jones Jr is in real trouble! His face is turning bright red and he's forced to tap! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Seamus Johnson!
A very excited looking Seamus Johnson 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: 420 Sorry, Amsterdam
Date: Apr 20, 2019

#R1#
Sakamoto looks for a takedown but Thighpunch sprawls well.
A punch combination from Thighpunch misses.
Sakamoto changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown attempt - Thighpunch sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sakamoto with a poor takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a nice body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takuya Sakamoto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sakamoto shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sakamoto fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Thighpunch avoids it really well and circles away.
It seemed like Thighpunch was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab lands there for Thighpunch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakamoto throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Thighpunch's waist but Thighpunch gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sakamoto off to one side.
Thighpunch appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Thighpunch as Sakamoto shoots in.
Sakamoto fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Thighpunch cracks a nice hook into Sakamoto's ribs.
Thighpunch takes a swing at Sakamoto's ribcage but misses.
Thighpunch with a hook.
Thighpunch connects with a body shot that sends Sakamoto's belly button to the back.
Sakamoto walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sakamoto tries for a takedown but Thighpunch circles away easily
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sakamoto closes the distance and clinches up with Thighpunch, looking for a takedown. Sakamoto pushes Thighpunch against the cage but Thighpunch circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Thighpunch slaps away a takedown attempt from Sakamoto, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sakamoto is breathing heavily.
Sakamoto will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Thighpunch lands a nice looking body shot.
Thighpunch scores with a hook to the body. Sakamoto takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sakamoto shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a nice body shot. #T2#
Thighpunch lands a really nice looking cross but Sakamoto seems unphased.
Sakamoto takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Thighpunch leaves Sakamoto with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A nice side step and Thighpunch releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Thighpunch throws a jab but it's blocked by Sakamoto.
Sakamoto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Sakamoto gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Thighpunch throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A combination from Thighpunch does no damage.
Sakamoto shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thighpunch lands with a shot to the body.
Thighpunch throws a right hand that Sakamoto ducks under and follows up with a left that Sakamoto also avoids with ease.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
Sakamoto has his takedown stuffed
and Thighpunch counters with a series of strikes. Sakamoto will be more careful next time no doubt. #T3#
Sakamoto shoots and misses
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut.
Thighpunch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sakamoto tries for a takedown but Thighpunch circles away easily
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC2#
Sakamoto is rocked!
Thighpunch misses with a few strikes there.
Sakamoto fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A countering left hand to the body from Thighpunch misses.
Thighpunch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
Sakamoto fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Thighpunch sprawls well initially but Sakamoto persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Sakamoto is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Thighpunch is just riding it out for now. Sakamoto eventually gives up the hold.
Sakamoto wants to pass the guard but Thighpunch is defending well.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Thighpunch can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4##SUB#
Sakamoto is working for a kimura but Thighpunch is defending it quite comfortably.
Sakamoto prevents Thighpunch from improving his position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Sakamoto is trying to work for a kimura but Thighpunch is defending well.
Sakamoto is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Butch Thighpunch dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Sakamoto walks into a jab.
Thighpunch throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sakamoto feinted with a counter takedown.
Sakamoto looks for a takedown but Thighpunch sprawls well.
Thighpunch has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Sakamoto avoids the body shot from Thighpunch.
Sakamoto shoots in but Thighpunch avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sakamoto looks for a takedown but Thighpunch sprawls well.
Thighpunch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takuya Sakamoto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thighpunch throws a lazy right hand but Sakamoto sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakamoto shoots in but no luck this time.
Sakamoto blocks a jab.
Sakamoto ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sakamoto. #T1#
Sakamoto shoots in looking for a takedown but Thighpunch manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sakamoto's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD#
Sakamoto feints and as Thighpunch raises his hands in defense, Sakamoto changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sakamoto tries to free his leg and advance position but Thighpunch is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Sakamoto drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Thighpunch manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sakamoto has Thighpunch in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Sakamoto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Thighpunch defends well.#SUB#
Sakamoto is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Sakamoto looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Thighpunch wants to control from the top but Sakamoto keeps moving. #SUB#
Sakamoto working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Thighpunch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Thighpunch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sakamoto tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Thighpunch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Thighpunch really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sakamoto. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Thighpunch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sakamoto has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Thighpunch has managed to get both his arms back between Sakamoto's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Sakamoto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Thighpunch defends well.
Thighpunch must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Sakamoto is looking for a triangle but Thighpunch pushes his legs off easily. #T3##SUB#
Sakamoto looking for a guillotine here but Thighpunch defends easily. #SUB#
Sakamoto has his foot on Thighpunch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Thighpunch works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Sakamoto is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sakamoto looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Sakamoto has his foot on Thighpunch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Thighpunch works his way back into a safe position though.
Sakamoto wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Sakamoto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thighpunch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4##SUB#
Sakamoto had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Thighpunch defends it easily.#SUB#
Sakamoto is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Sakamoto is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Thighpunch is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Sakamoto has his foot on Thighpunch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Thighpunch works his way back into a safe position though.
We've been hearing good reports from Sakamoto'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.
Takuya Sakamoto overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Thighpunch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sakamoto has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Thighpunch has managed to get both his arms back between Sakamoto's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Sakamoto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thighpunch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
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 Takuya Sakamoto will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sakamoto walks into a jab.
Sakamoto takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sakamoto fails with the takedown.
Sakamoto uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch lands with a good body shot.
Sakamoto takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sakamoto takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sakamoto doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from Thighpunch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Thighpunch takes a swing at Sakamoto's ribcage but misses.
Thighpunch jabs Sakamoto right on the nose. Sakamoto blinks but takes it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sakamoto shoots for a takedown but Thighpunch saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T1#
Thighpunch stuffs the takedown attempt from Sakamoto. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takuya Sakamoto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sakamoto takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice sprawl there from Thighpunch as Sakamoto shoots in.
Thighpunch defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sakamoto.
Thighpunch now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A swing and a miss from Thighpunch.
Sakamoto darts in looking for a takedown but Thighpunch gets double underhooks and turns Sakamoto into the cage.
Sakamoto takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thighpunch with a nice cross.
Sakamoto takes one on the button.
Oh Sakamoto is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sakamoto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sakamoto seems to have got his legs back now.
Takuya Sakamoto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from Thighpunch misses the target. #T2#
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sakamoto manages to avoid it.
Sakamoto with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand.
Sakamoto looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thighpunch lands a nice looking body shot.
Thighpunch tests Sakamoto's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sakamoto gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A jab from Thighpunch finds it's way through Sakamoto's defenses.
Takuya Sakamoto is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown but Thighpunch shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sakamoto slips under a jab from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws an overhand right that lands on Sakamoto's shoulder, as Sakamoto tries to avoid the shot.
Sakamoto tries to counter with a takedown but Thighpunch is quick to defend against it.
A left lands for Thighpunch.
Sakamoto takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A big left from Thighpunch misses.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand. #T3#
Sakamoto drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice body punch from Thighpunch.
Sakamoto has a takedown stuffed.
Sakamoto walks into a straight right hand from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Thighpunch misses with a looping right.
Sakamoto shoots in looking for a takedown. Thighpunch tries to sprawl out of it but Sakamoto keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Thighpunch manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sakamoto moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4#
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sakamoto manages to avoid it.
Sakamoto throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Thighpunch's waist but Thighpunch gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sakamoto off to one side.
Thighpunch scores with a sloppy right hand. Sakamoto should have avoided that one.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown attempt - Thighpunch sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Sakamoto closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Thighpunch to the mat! Thighpunch manages to get full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thighpunch keeping full guard, as Sakamoto tries to pass. #SUB#
Sakamoto drops back, looking for a kneebar! Thighpunch looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Thighpunch looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Thighpunch! #REVB#
Thighpunch is staying tight to Sakamoto's torso, preventing him from escaping.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Gladitorius Maximus IV
Date: Apr 06, 2019

#R1#
Sakamoto takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Takuya Sakamoto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie throws a hook to the side of Sakamoto's head but Sakamoto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Sakamoto has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#TD2#
Sakamoto manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Gracie on his heels. He'll look to pass Gracie's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
Gracie had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sakamoto defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Gracie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sakamoto defends well.#SUB2#
Sakamoto drops back looking for a leg! Gracie is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gracie manages to kick Sakamoto off! Sakamoto jumps back into Gracie's guard. #SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Sakamoto drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sakamoto jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakamoto stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Sakamoto thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sakamoto wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.#T1#
Sakamoto pushes down on Gracie's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Gracie actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Sakamoto wants to work for an arm triangle but Gracie is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Sakamoto is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Sakamoto is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gracie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sakamoto. #SUB2#
Sakamoto is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gracie defends it well. #SUB#
Gracie actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Sakamoto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2##SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Sakamoto is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gracie sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Sakamoto is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Sakamoto is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sakamoto pulls his head out easily. #T3##SUB2#
Sakamoto is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Sakamoto is working for a kimura but Gracie is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Sakamoto is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sakamoto pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Sakamoto is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Sakamoto is looking for a kimura here. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Gracie is defending against the submission attempts here by Sakamoto. #SUB#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Sakamoto is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Takuya Sakamoto dominated that round.
That's time! Gracie's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD2#
Sakamoto throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Gracie tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sakamoto is in Gracie's guard.#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Gracie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sakamoto defends well.#SUB#
Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Sakamoto thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Sakamoto drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sakamoto jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sakamoto thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Gracie looking for a guillotine here but Sakamoto defends easily.
Sakamoto passes into half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Sakamoto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Takuya Sakamoto has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Sakamoto is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well. #SUB#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sakamoto pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB#
Gracie is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Sakamoto is tapping! Great win for Gracie!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Breno Gracie!
Breno Gracie decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Rite of Passage
Date: Mar 22, 2019

#R1#
Pearse tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
and Dikoume counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dikoume.
Dikoume missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dikoume cracks Pearse with a solid left hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dikoume wants to control from the top but Pearse keeps moving.
Dikoume controlling from the top position.
Pearse trying to keep a closed guard but Dikoume is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dikoume scoring with some ground and pound.
Dikoume stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pearse swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1##ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Pearse manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Dikoume is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Dikoume is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Pearse gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Pearse working Dikoume over with knees to the body.
Dikoume is breathing heavily.
Pearse crunches a lovely knee into Dikoume's ribcage.#BC2#
Pearse manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Pearse clinches up with Dikoume and pushes him back against the cage.
Dikoume takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT2#
It looks like Marcel Dikoume has been cut.
Pearse lands a knee to the body.
Pearse landing knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pearse lands a good knee to the midsection. Dikoume won't want to take too many of those.
Pearse is pushing Dikoume up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Pearse obliges.
Pearse with a knee to the head. #T2#
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Pearse obliges.#TD2#
Pearse gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dikoume regains guard.
Dikoume keeping moving, preventing Pearse from controlling successfully.
Dikoume trying to control the position.
Dikoume might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pearse pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dikoume is keeping the position for now.
Pearse wants to stand but Dikoume has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Dikoume keeping moving, preventing Pearse from controlling successfully.
Pearse forces his way into half guard.#T3#
Dikoume is not content to let Pearse control the position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pearse working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Dikoume is looking to improve his position.
Pearse really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dikoume. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Dikoume wants to sweep but Pearse has passed to side control!
Dikoume is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Dikoume is trying to maintain the position but Pearse is very close to passing his half guard.
Pearse trying to pass the guard but Dikoume defending well.
Pearse is trying to control the action in half guard but Dikoume is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Dikoume is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pearse pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Dikoume actively working from the bottom here.
Pearse passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Dikoume! #T4##SUB2#
Pearse is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Dikoume has managed to escape the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Pearse is working for a guillotine from mount but Dikoume frees his head quite easily.
Dikoume is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Pearse wants to take Dikoume's back here but Dikoume is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Dikoume is wriggling around trying to escape.
Pearse trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dikoume regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Pearse is working for a kimura but Dikoume is defending it quite comfortably.
Dikoume flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Padraig Pearse dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Marcel Dikoume's cut.
That's time! Dikoume's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Pearse closes this distance looking for a takedown but Dikoume circles away.
Pearse is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Pearse closes the distance and clinches up with Dikoume, looking for a takedown. Pearse pushes Dikoume against the cage but Dikoume circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dikoume half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL2#
Dikoume gets tackled into the cage by Pearse. Pearse maintains the clinch.
Pearse landing knees to the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC2#
Pearse pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Pearse gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Dikoume is trying to drag Pearse to the mat but Pearse just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Pearse lands a nice knee to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dikoume wants to take the fight to the mat but Pearse manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Dikoume tries for a takedown but Pearse manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marcel Dikoume. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Pearse lands a knee to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Pearse obliges.#BC2#
Pearse breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1##CL2#
Pearse clinches up against the cage.
Pearse stalling the fight.
Pearse prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Pearse obliges.
Pearse lands a knee to the head. #TD2#
Pearse has clasped his hands together around Dikoume's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Pearse working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
You can see the frustration on Dikoume's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Pearse tries to stand but Dikoume is controlling his head.
Pearse tries to move to mount but Dikoume blocks the move with his legs. #T2#
Dikoume is trying to improve his position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB2#
Pearse looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Dikoume tries to improve position but can't.
Pearse trying to control the action but Dikoume is working from the bottom.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pearse working away.
Pearse tries to stand but Dikoume is controlling his head. #T3#
Dikoume is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Pearse is trying to get an arm triangle but Dikoume is defending well.
Dikoume gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Dikoume works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Dikoume looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Pearse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pearse stands and throws Dikoume's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Pearse has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Dikoume!
Pearse tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Dikoume is looking to improve his position but Pearse isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Dikoume wants to hold on but Pearse pushes him away.
Pearse has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pearse seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Dikoume is holding on tight.
Padraig Pearse has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pearse tries to control but Dikoume wriggling away.
Dikoume is looking to improve his position but Pearse isn't that keen on the idea.
Pearse controlling the position easily from mount.
Dikoume is working to get back to half guard.
Pearse trying to control but Dikoume is having none of it.
Dikoume can't escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Padraig Pearse showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Marcel Dikoume's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Dikoume stuffs the takedown.#CL2#
Pearse closes the distance and clinches.
Pearse lands a knee to the body.
Pearse with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Pearse's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Pearse gets a clinch.
Pearse lands a nice knee to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Pearse.
Padraig Pearse seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Pearse breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Pearse clinches.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dikoume drops down looking for an ankle pick but Pearse pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Pearse instigates a clinch. #T1#
Pearse stops a takedown attempt from Dikoume. #TD2#
Pearse has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dikoume clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
I really don't envy Dikoume right now. #SUB2#
Pearse looking for the choke from the back.
Pearse trying to control.
Dikoume wants to escape the position.
Dikoume just trying to survive but Pearse is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Dikoume is keeping busy.
Dikoume trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Dikoume showing good submission defense here. #T2##SUB2#
Pearse working for the choke.
Dikoume turns into Pearse and is now in his guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dikoume slips nicely into half guard.
Pearse is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dikoume lands with a punch from half guard.
Pearse trying to control but Dikoume postures up. #SUB#
Dikoume is looking for a kimura here. #T3##SUB#
Dikoume seems to be working for a kimura but Pearse defends the submission attempt.
Pearse is trying to maintain the position but Dikoume is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Dikoume is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Pearse as he works his way to full guard.
Dikoume looking to sit in guard and control but Pearse gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T4#
Pearse has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Dikoume is proving hard to escape from.
Dikoume looking for a sweep. Not yet Dikoume, not yet.
Dikoume is trying to keep Pearse in close.
Pearse stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dikoume swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pearse is stalling in the full guard.
Dikoume keeping moving, preventing Pearse from controlling successfully.
Marcel Dikoume has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Padraig Pearse is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Dikoume working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pearse doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Dikoume is tightening it up a little... Pearse has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Pearse reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Pearse taps out! Nice BJJ there by Dikoume!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Marcel Dikoume!

Event: JBL 19 Next Generation
Date: Mar 16, 2019

#R1#
Sakamoto tries for a takedown but Van circles away easily
and Van counters with a nice uppercut.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown but Van shows good takedown defense.
Nice sprawl there from Van as Sakamoto shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takuya Sakamoto. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Sakamoto looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Van is looking for a triangle but Sakamoto pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Van escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sakamoto gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Van is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sakamoto defends well.#SUB2#
Van has his feet on Sakamoto's thighs here. He's pushed Sakamoto 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! Sakamoto screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Candy Van!

Event: JBL Friday Night Fights II
Date: Mar 08, 2019

#R1##TD2#
Jones Jr gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Ben to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Jones Jr wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Ben manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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. Ben connects with a nice short shot to Jones Jr's temple.
Jones Jr on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Jones Jr tries to get out of the position.
Ben controlling the action here.
Jones Jr wants to get back to his feet.
Ben seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ben drops an elbow to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Ben passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Jones Jr!
Ben landing punches.
Jones Jr is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy. #SUB2#
Jones Jr tries to buck Ben off so he can stand up but Ben has got his back now - this could be big trouble! He's slapped on a rear naked choke that looks really tight! Jones Jr falls backwards, slamming Ben to the mat but Ben holds on tight! Jones Jr is forced to tap and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Yowis Ben!

Event: Skrap Fights 25
Date: Feb 23, 2019

#R1#
Vazzappo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sakamoto was well out of range. Poor timing from Vazzappo.
Vazzappo with a jab.
Sakamoto fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Vazzappo's corner calls for a 1-2. Vazzappo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown but Vazzappo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Vazzappo throws a counter combo.
Sakamoto fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takuya Sakamoto. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Vazzappo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sakamoto. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakamoto engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Sakamoto drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Vazzappo manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sakamoto has Vazzappo in his guard.#REVB##T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Vazzappo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Vazzappo working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sakamoto's head.
Vazzappo postures up in Sakamoto's guard and throws a big left but Sakamoto blocks it.
We've been hearing good reports from Sakamoto'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.
Vazzappo throwing strikes but missing.
Sakamoto working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Vazzappo. #SUB#
Sakamoto looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Sakamoto working for a triangle but Vazzappo defends it easily.
Vazzappo wants to stand but Sakamoto is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB#
Vazzappo is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Sakamoto has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Vazzappo is looking to defend but Sakamoto has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Vazzappo! Sakamoto pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Vazzappo taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Takuya Sakamoto!
A relieved looking Takuya Sakamoto thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: JBL Test Your Might 1
Date: Feb 15, 2019

#R1#
Thighpunch looks to score with a jab to the body but Dikoume is just out of range.
Dikoume attempts a counter takedown but Thighpunch avoids it well and moves away.
Dikoume uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dikoume takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Thighpunch uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Thighpunch lands a right hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dikoume has time to react.
Thighpunch scores with a nice strike.#T1#
Thighpunch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dikoume was well out of range. Poor timing from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch scores with a nice head shot.
Thighpunch lands a nice shot to the body.
A big right from Thighpunch misses.
Dikoume on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Thighpunch throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Dikoume decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Thighpunch's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dikoume wants to control from the top but Thighpunch keeps moving.
Dikoume throws a big elbow that misses. #T2##SUB#
Dikoume drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dikoume jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Thighpunch is controlling Dikoume's posture.
Dikoume stopping the sweep attempt from Thighpunch.
Dikoume wants to control from the top but Thighpunch keeps moving.
Thighpunch really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dikoume. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dikoume keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Butch Thighpunch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dikoume appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dikoume takes a jab right on the kisser.
Thighpunch lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dikoume circles away quickly and effectively.
Thighpunch lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Thighpunch sizes up Dikoume with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Thighpunch throws a right and a left that both miss.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Dikoume moves out of range.
Dikoume half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4#
Thighpunch looks to throw the jab but Dikoume is out of range.
Dikoume appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dikoume walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Thighpunch lands with a shot to the body.
Dikoume takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've been informed that Thighpunch has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Thighpunch is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Dikoume had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thighpunch connects with a body shot that sends Dikoume's belly button to the back.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dikoume uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Butch Thighpunch dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Thighpunch throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dikoume stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Dikoume takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Thighpunch throws a hook but Dikoume blocks it.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Thighpunch lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dikoume at a distance.
A left and a right from Thighpunch both land. Nice combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2#
Thighpunch feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Dikoume sprawling to the canvas! Dikoume rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Thighpunch finish him?! #ROC2#
Dikoume is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Dikoume out cold! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Skrap Fights 16
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1#
Sakamoto walks into a jab.
Sakamoto takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dudley stuffs the takedown attempt from Sakamoto. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.
Dudley seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown attempt
and Dudley counters with a right hand to the body.
Dudley lands a jab to the head.
Dudley looks to land a left hand but Sakamoto moved out of range nicely.
Dudley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sakamoto was well out of range. Poor timing from Dudley.
Takuya Sakamoto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Sakamoto looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB2#
Sakamoto is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Dudley is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Dudley has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Dudley got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sakamoto has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dudley has managed to get both his arms back between Sakamoto's legs - danger averted.
Dudley trying to control the position from guard on top but Sakamoto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB2#
Sakamoto pushes a forearm under Dudley's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Dudley is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Takuya Sakamoto!
Takuya Sakamoto thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: GR 10: Kaiba vs Ortega
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Velasquez gets tackled into the cage by Jones Jr. Jones Jr maintains the clinch. #TD#
Velasquez tightens his grip and picks Jones Jr up, before dumping him to the ground. Jones Jr manages to land in guard.
Velasquez is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Velasquez is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Velasquez with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Velasquez lands a couple of elbows.
Velasquez postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Velasquez thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Jones Jr is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Velasquez is controlling him.
Velasquez working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Velasquez 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.
Jones Jr wants to stand up but Velasquez is controlling him.
Velasquez 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.#SUB#
Velasquez is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Velasquez stops Jones Jr from standing up.
Jones Jr is looking to stand back up but Velasquez counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Velasquez. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Velasquez trying to control from half guard but Jones Jr is working away.
Velasquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Velasquez drops an elbow to the side of Jones Jr's head. #SUB#
Jones Jr is defending against the submission attempts here by Velasquez.
Jones Jr scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Velasquez manages to mount him!
Velasquez loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Jones Jr scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Velasquez land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Velasquez stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stipe Velasquez!
During a confident post fight interview, Stipe Velasquez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Indestructible
Date: Jan 19, 2019

#R1#
Dikoume keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wendel.
Dikoume drops his hands momentarily and Wendel takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wendel misses with a combination #TD#
and Dikoume counters with a shoot takedown. Wendel fights it but they end up in guard.
Dikoume tries to free his leg and advance position but Wendel is retaining full guard.
Dikoume missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Dikoume drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dikoume jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Wendel can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Dikoume is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dikoume advances position into side control!#SUB#
Dikoume is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Wendel is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dikoume 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.#T1##SUB#
Dikoume is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wendel has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dikoume tries to move into full mount but can't pass Wendel's legs. #SUB#
Dikoume tries for a kimura but Wendel is defending well.
Wendel prevents Dikoume from moving into mount. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Dikoume is trying to get an arm triangle but Wendel is defending well. #SUB#
Dikoume working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Dikoume working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Dikoume creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Wendel sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Dikoume in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #SUB#
Dikoume is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Wendel is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Dikoume wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Wendel, who protects the arm well. #T3##SUB#
Dikoume looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Dikoume is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Wendel knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Dikoume is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Wendel knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dikoume thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Dikoume wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Wendel, who protects the arm well.
Wendel is trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Dikoume tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Dikoume postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marcel Dikoume 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#
Wendel throws a lazy right hand but Dikoume sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dikoume drops down looking for a counter takedown but Wendel sprawls and moves away.
A jab from Wendel misses.
Wendel shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Dikoume eats them both and turns towards Wendel to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Wendel lands a head shot.
Dikoume blocks a jab.
Dikoume drops down looking for a counter takedown but Wendel sprawls and moves away.
Dikoume has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Wendel throws a looping overhand right but Dikoume ducks down to avoid it.
Wendel throws a jab but it's blocked by Dikoume.
Mathias Wendel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dikoume takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wendel lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wendel fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mathias Wendel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dikoume gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1#
Wendel fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wendel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dikoume tries to counter with a takedown but Wendel is quick to defend against it.
Wendel throws a jab but it's blocked by Dikoume.
Wendel lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Wendel misses with an uppercut. Dikoume saw that one coming.
Dikoume half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dikoume takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dikoume staying out of range there.
Wendel cracks Dikoume with an open hand slap.
Wendel tests Dikoume's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nice straight punches there by Wendel. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Wendel.#ROC2#
Dikoume is rocked!#T2#
Dikoume moves away from the strike by Wendel.
Wendel with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wendel ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#KD2#
Wendel cracks Dikoume with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Wendel has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Dikoume to stand back up!
Oh Dikoume is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wendel throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dikoume stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wendel fakes the body blow, causing Dikoume to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Dikoume goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mathias Wendel!
Mathias Wendel decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

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