Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: DMMA 388: Barbosa v Easterly
Date: Jan 26, 2025

#R1#
McNab ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Soprano moves away.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by McNab.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Soprano tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McNab wants to lay and pray for a moment but Soprano keeps working.
McNab looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Soprano is avoiding damage well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McNab working the head and body with strikes.
McNab is staying tight to Soprano's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Soprano is looking for a sweep.#T1#
McNab controlling the position from side mount.
McNab working the ground and pound.
McNab passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Soprano!
Soprano gets back to half guard.
McNab is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Soprano is not content to let McNab control the position.
Still in half guard, McNab seems content to control.
Soprano makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Soprano.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McNab's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T2#
McNab trying to control but Soprano is working from the bottom.
Soprano wants to sweep here but McNab controlling him for the moment.
McNab trying to control but Soprano is working from the bottom.
McNab is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
McNab is working Soprano over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
McNab postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Soprano is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
McNab throwing strikes but missing.
McNab trying to control but Soprano is working from the bottom. #T3#
Soprano looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McNab trying to control the position from guard on top but Soprano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McNab tries to free his leg and advance position but Soprano is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Soprano working for a triangle but McNab defends it easily.
Soprano keeping moving, preventing McNab from controlling successfully.
McNab might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Soprano haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McNab controls from within his opponent's guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Soprano 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#
Soprano looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
McNab wants to control but Soprano is keeping busy.
Soprano wants to pass the guard but McNab is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McNab is pressing down on Soprano's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cameron McNab dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
McNab throws a looping overhand right but Soprano ducks down to avoid it. #TD2#
McNab looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Soprano!
McNab wants to lay and pray for a moment but Soprano keeps working.
Soprano takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Soprano is not content to let McNab control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soprano takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
McNab controls the position from side control.#T1#
Soprano tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A lull in the action here.
Soprano is looking for a sweep.
McNab takes a little break here. Soprano wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Cameron McNab has got the better of the ground game so far.
McNab cracks Soprano with an elbow. That is naaassty.
McNab lands a nice forearm strike.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Soprano is working to avoid the ground and pound but McNab connects with a decent elbow.
Soprano is looking to regain half guard here but McNab keeps moving and retains side control.
McNab has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McNab scores with punches from side control.
McNab remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
McNab wants to lay and pray for a moment but Soprano keeps working.
McNab cracks Soprano with an elbow. That is naaassty.#ROC2#Soprano is rocked!
Soprano is looking to reverse the position.
Oh Soprano is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Soprano is working hard here to advance position.
Soprano manages to get back to half guard.
McNab drops an elbow to the side of Soprano's head. #T3#
McNab scores with a big shot! Soprano's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Soprano! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cameron McNab!

Event: DMMA 388: Barbosa v Easterly
Date: Jan 26, 2025

#R1#
Jones slips under a jab from Long.
Sloppy strikes from Long. Those never looked like landing.
It looked like Jones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Crimson Crow Combat in the buildup to the fight.
Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Long.
Jones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL2#
Long pushes Jones up against the cage in a clinch.
Long stalling.
Jones lands a damaging elbow.
Jones lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Long lands a good knee to the midsection. Jones won't want to take too many of those.
Long is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#BC#
Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Long scores with a jab to the jaw.
Long misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Long.
Richard Long seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Long walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Long moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Long tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Jones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've been informed that Long has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Long connects with a leg kick.
Long tried to score with a low kick but Jones checks it.#T2#
Jones misses with a looping right.
Long ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Long slips a straight right by Jones.
Long lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Long.
A chopping leg kick lands by Long.
Long lands a jab to the head. #T3#
Long throws a leg kick
and Jones counters with a nice uppercut.
Jones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Long thows a leg kick but Jones checks it
and Jones counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Long to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Jones!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jambalaya Jones!
A victorious Jambalaya Jones thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 388: Barbosa v Easterly
Date: Jan 26, 2025

#R1#
Wog takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CUT2#It looks like Porridge Wog has been cut.
Kent swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wog misses the shot to the body.
Kristian Kent seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kent tests Wog's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wog ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kent moves away.#CL#
Wog rushes Kent and presses him up against the cage.
Kent stops a takedown attempt from Wog.
Wog has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kent is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Wog fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Porridge Wog. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wog tries for a takedown but Kent manages to get underhooks.
Kent stops a takedown attempt from Wog.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wog is trying to pull guard but Kent has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Wog jumps guard and drags Kent to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SU2#
Kent gets to his feet. Wog looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Kent misses with a wild combination. #T1#
Kent scores with a one two! Wog had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Wog takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #ROC2#Wog is rocked!
Wog misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kent.
Oh Wog is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wog looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kent scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Wog doesn't seem bothered though.
and Kent counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Wog! He's just covering up as Kent starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kristian Kent!

Event: DMMA 388: Barbosa v Easterly
Date: Jan 26, 2025

#R1#
Jones checks the leg kick.
Bond throws out a leg kick but Jones moves out of range and Bond only half commits.
Jones swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bond throws a leg kick #TD#
and Jones counters with a shoot takedown. Bond fights it but they end up in guard.
Bond looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bond looking to control but Jones passes into half guard. #SUB#
Jones is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bond defends it well.
Jones takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bond is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bond is pressing down on Jones's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SU#
Jones gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T1#
Bond checks a leg kick nicely.
Bond throws a body kick that misses.
Jones looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bond misses with a low kick as Jones jumps back.
Bond lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bond feints and then cracks Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones down.
Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bond sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jones walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bond.#CL#
Bond tries to keep at a distance but Jones has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bond blocks a body shot from Jones.
Bond blocks the elbow strike.
Bond avoids the elbow strike from Jones, against the cage.
Jones is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bond to keep the fight standing.
Jones throws an elbow but it misses.
Jones misses with an elbow over the top.
Jones throws an elbow but it's blocked. #T2#
Jones throws an elbow but it misses. #TD2#
Bond has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Jones uses from the top position.
Jones throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bond works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bond working for a triangle but Jones defends it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bond is trying to control the position but Jones postures up.
Jones wants to get up but he can't break Bond's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Bond being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Bond had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jones defends it easily.#T3#
Jones postures up.
Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Bond is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Bond is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jones wants to control from the top but Bond keeps moving. #SUB2#
Bond has his foot on Jones's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jones works his way back into a safe position though.
Jones is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jones stopping the sweep attempt from Bond.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jones distracts Bond with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jones scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Bond is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jones defends well.
Jones trying to stand up but can't free himself from Bond's guard.
Bond keeping full guard, as Jones tries to pass. #SUB2#
Bond throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Jones is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Bond has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Jones is looking to defend but Bond has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Jones! Bond pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Jones taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Matt Bond!

Event: RFL - Stack Shot
Date: Jan 25, 2025

#R1#
Horace shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hauser defends it nicely.
Hauser lands a right hook to the body.
Hauser throws a looping overhand right but Horace ducks down to avoid it.
Horace ducks under a wild hook from Hauser.
Horace misses with a leg kick
letting Hauser counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horace throws a series of punches but Hauser moves out of range.
Horace throws a right and a left that Hauser avoids nicely.
Hauser swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hauser cracks Horace with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The fighters circle momentarily. Horace darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT#It looks like Alvin Hauser has been cut.
Alberte Horace seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Horace is defended easily by Hauser.
Horace misses with a takedown attempt
and Hauser counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alberte Horace. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hauser pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hauser darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL#
Horace moves into the clinch.
Hauser misses with a punch to the body.
Horace scores a nice knee to the body.
Hauser is trying to maintain a safe position but Horace gets an underhook and turns Hauser into the cage.
Horace pressing his opponent against the cage.
Hauser struggles to land a body shot inside as Horace controls his hands. #T2#
Hauser misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Horace pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hauser loads up on a big right hand but Horace slips the punch.#CL#
Horace gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hauser wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #TD#
Horace manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Horace has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Hauser doesn't defend quickly enough and Horace has managed to lock this one up! Can Hauser escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Horace on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Alberte Horace!

Event: NYF 100: Sillalahi vs Edison
Date: Jan 18, 2025

#R1#
Blades cracks Burton with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Blades plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Blades ducks under a wild hook from Burton.
Blades throws a quick inside leg kick.
Blades scores with a nice body kick.
Burton loads up on a big right hand but Blades slips the punch.
Burton throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Blades sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Burton throws a right and a left that Blades avoids nicely. #TD2#
Burton closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Blades quickly recovers to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burton sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Burton is pressing down on Blades's thigh, looking to free his foot. Blades is holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Burton passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Blades!
Burton pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Burton wants to control the pace but Blades is squirming around nicely.
Burton tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Blades wants to try and get back to his feet.#T2#
Burton trying to control but Blades is having none of it.
Burton tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Blades wants to try and get back to his feet.
Burton fails to move to back control.
Burton controlling his opponent. #T3#
Burton trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Blades wants to try and get back to his feet.
Burton controlling the position easily from mount.
Blades is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Burton content just to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burton trying to control but Blades is having none of it. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Burton might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Blades haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Burton controlling from the full mount.
Burton looking to control but Blades is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Burton won't let Blades get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Burton dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Burton scores with a jab. Blades acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Burton throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Blades.
Burton swings for the body but Blades moves out of range.
Blades throws a body punch but Burton moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Burton! But no joy.
Blades takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Blades connects with a solid leg kick.
Burton throws a shot to the body.
Burton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Blades jabs at Burton's body.
Blades lands with a thumping leg kick.
Blades fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Burton scores with a one two! Blades had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT2#It looks like Pablo Blades has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blades avoids the body shot from Burton.
Burton stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Blades.
Blades feints and then cracks Burton's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Burton down.
Burton scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Blades connects with an inside leg kick.
Pablo Blades is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Blades lands a leg kick that knocks Burton off balance momentarily.
An inside leg kick from Blades misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Burton.
Burton is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Blades rather than just go for the knockout.
A combination from Burton does no damage.
Blades tries a low kick but Burton avoids it.
Burton misses with a straight left.
Blades tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Burton. Blades does a little dance to reset his feet.
No joy there for Burton, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Blades punishes Burton's body with a nice straight punch.
Burton throws a right and a left that Blades avoids nicely.
Burton's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Burton duly obliges.
Blades scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Burton has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Burton throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Blades.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burton throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Blades. #T2#
Burton takes one to the side of the head.
Burton misses with a double jab.
Burton connects with a single shot there.
Burton takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Blades tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Burton is able to avoid easily.
Burton looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Blades walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Blades throws a leg kick but Burton sees it coming and moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Burton.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Blades.
Burton takes a swing at Blades's ribcage but misses.
Burton's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Burton scores with a shot to the body.
Pablo Blades is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Burton tries to bum rush Blades with a series of wild strikes but Blades uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
No joy there for Burton, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Blades lands a nice leg kick that just misses Burton's sensitive parts.
Blades misses with a wild body shot.
Burton looks to land a combination but Blades avoids it well. #T3#
Blades throws a leg kick but Burton sees it coming and moves out of range.
Burton doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A good leg kick by Blades.
Blades ducks under a wild hook from Burton.
Blades throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Burton misses with the combination.
Blades stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Blades moves out of range as Burton strikes.
Burton throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Blades lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Blades.
Burton misses with the combination.
Burton looks to land a combination but Blades avoids it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Burton decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.

Blades has one foot on Burton's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T4#
Burton just misses with a punch to the body.
Blades pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Burton back to the cage. Blades follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Burton lands a jab to the head.
Burton throws a right hand that Blades ducks under and follows up with a left that Blades also avoids with ease.
Pablo Blades seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A chopping leg kick lands by Blades.
Burton slips under a jab.
Burton throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Burton fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A low kick lands for Blades.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Burton on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Burton misses with a body shot.
Burton misses with the combination.
As Burton backs away, Blades returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Pablo Blades will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Pablo Blades's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Blades moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Blades keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Burton.
We've been told by Blades's head coaches at California Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Burton throws a series of punches but Blades moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Burton.
Blades is looking for a counter combo.
Burton misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Blades connects with a nice looking jab.
Blades goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Burton slips under a jab from Blades.
Burton takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blades tries to work over Burton's front leg with a kick but Burton checks it.
Burton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blades.
Blades connects with a jab.
Blades throws a sloppy head kick and Burton moves out of range easily.
Burton is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Burton misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Burton takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Burton swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Blades is looking for a counter combo.
Pablo Blades is winning the standup battle so far.
Blades walks into a jab.
Burton swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Blades counters with a nice kick to the body.
Blades throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Despite the aggression on Burton's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Burton's corner calls for a 1-2. Burton obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Blades throws a nice looking combination but Burton bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Burton loads up on a big right hand but Blades slips the punch.
Blades is looking to slow Burton down with leg kicks.
Burton misses with a double jab.
Burton with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Blades misses with a jab, cross combination.
Burton takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
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!
Burton takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Blades throws a leg kick which misses Burton's front leg but catches the back leg as Burton tries to avoid it.
Sloppy strikes from Burton. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
A combination from Burton does no damage.
Burton is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Burton throws a body shot but no joy.
A telegraphed right hand from Burton misses the target.
Blades misses with a two punch combination.
Nice defenses there by Blades.
Blades throws a leg kick but Burton moved away.
Blades lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Blades scores with a leg kick.
Burton pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Blades back to the cage. Burton follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Blades scores with a head kick. Burton tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Burton rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Blades counters with a nice body kick.
Burton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Blades throws a head kick that half lands.
Blades cracks Burton with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Some wild striking there from Blades. #T3#
Burton lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Blades uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Burton.
Danga de danga de dang - Burton scores with a four punch combination!
A punch combination from Burton misses.
Burton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Blades dodges the punch combination from Burton.
Blades throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
An inside leg kick lands from Blades.
A looping hook to the body misses from Burton. Blades does a little dance to reset his feet.
Blades lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Burton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blades.
Blades throwing a counter right hand but Burton manages to avoid it.
Burton misses with a jab, cross combination.
Blades throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
Burton gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Blades slips under a jab from Burton.
An attempted straight right counter from Blades misses the target.
Blades throws a push kick but Burton slaps the foot to one side.
A clash of legs there as Burton blocks the low kick.
Blades takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Blades loads up on a big right hand but Burton slips the punch.
Burton throws a shot to the body.
Blades connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice body punch from Burton.
Blades throws a nice inside leg kick.
Burton takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Burton looks to score with a jab to the body but Blades is just out of range.
Blades appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#TD2#
Burton drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Burton tries to move into full mount but can't pass Blades's legs.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Pablo Blades.
I think Blades has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 29:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: RFL - Terror in the Tundra
Date: Jan 18, 2025

#R1#
Kangasmaki throws a right hand that Lee ducks under and follows up with a left that Lee also avoids with ease.
And Lee tries to counter it with a takedown but Kangasmaki pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lee shoots in for a takedown but Kangasmaki shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lee gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Kangasmaki counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Sim Lee has been cut.
Kangasmaki throws a series of punches but Lee avoids them all with ease.
Lee takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lee shoots in for a takedown but Kangasmaki shows good takedown defense.
Aki Kangasmaki has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sim Lee.
Kangasmaki throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Lee's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Kangasmaki dives in looking to finish as Lee flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Kangasmaki's strikes! Kangasmaki is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Lee's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Lee was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aki Kangasmaki!

Event: RFL - Terror in the Tundra
Date: Jan 18, 2025

#R1##CL2#
Three moves into the clinch successfully.
Three tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Three avoiding damage as Cruz throws knees to the body.
Cruz wants to take the fight to the mat but Three manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Cruz looking for a takedown.
Cruz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Three fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cruz tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cipriano Cruz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Three misses with a hook from the clinch.
Three misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cruz is trying to drag Three to the mat but Three just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Three fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz blocking some punches.
Three fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Three looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Three misses with a punch on the inside.
Three pushes Cruz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cruz blocking some punches.
Three lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Three.
Cruz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cruz wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Three has him pressed against the cage.
Three lands with a short shot to the head.
Cruz tries for a takedown but Three manages to get underhooks.
Cruz is trying to pull guard but Three has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cruz.
Three lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Three.
Cruz misses with a knee to the head.
Three throws a punch but it's blocked by Cruz. #TD#
Cruz jumps guard.
Three missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Three prevents Cruz from getting back to his feet.
Three postures up in Cruz's guard and throws a big left but Cruz blocks it.
Three throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cruz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cruz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cruz working a defensive guard here. #T2#
Three working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Cruz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Cruz avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Three throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Three missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Three throws a big elbow that misses.
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!
Cruz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Three throwing strikes from guard but Cruz blocks nicely.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Three accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Cruz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Three in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Three postures up in Cruz's guard and throws a big left but Cruz blocks it.
Three loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Three throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Three postures up in Cruz's guard and throws a big left but Cruz blocks it.
Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Cruz, not yet.
Cruz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Three got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cruz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Three has managed to get both his arms back between Cruz's legs - danger averted.
Three won't allow Cruz to sweep him here.
Cruz can't keep his opponent in guard - Three advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Three missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Cruz avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Three.
Three with the ground and pound but Cruz uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Three missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Three with a flurry of punches that miss.
Three missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Cruz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Cruz is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Three with a flurry of punches that miss.
Three postures up in Cruz's guard and throws a big left but Cruz blocks it.
Three loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Three wants to pass the guard but Cruz is keeping the position.
Three postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Three throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Three got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cruz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Three has managed to get both his arms back between Cruz's legs - danger averted.
Three throws an elbow that misses. Cruz uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Three's guard. Nice move by Cruz!#REVR#
Cruz tries to free his leg and advance position but Three is retaining full guard.
Three wants to sweep but no luck.
Three throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sir Three 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#
Cruz throws a sloppy head kick and Three moves out of range easily.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Three. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Three tries to close the distance and clinch but Cruz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Three has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Three gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Cruz is looking for a takedown.
Three misses with a short punch on the inside.
Three tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Three misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cruz.
Three misses with the head strike.
Cruz looking for a takedown.
Three throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Cruz manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Three closes the distance and clinches.
Cruz blocks an uppercut.
Cruz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cruz trying to stall but Three improves his position. #BC#
Cruz manages to break the clinch.
Three tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1##CL2#
Three rushes Cruz and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A short uppercut from Three.
Three misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Cruz jumps guard.
Three postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Three connects with a couple of short punches.
Three throws a strike but Cruz rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Cruz tries to free his leg and advance position but Three is retaining full guard.
Cruz stopping the sweep attempt from Three.
Three will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Three doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Three keeping full guard, as Cruz tries to pass.
Three thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Three tries to strike from the bottom.
Three trying to strike off his back.
Three doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #T2#
Three throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Three trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Three is striking from the bottom but Cruz uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Three punching from the bottom.
Three is pressing down on Cruz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Three will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Cruz stands up out of Three's guard for a moment - Three manages to land a nice upkick.
Cruz landing with the ground and pound.
Three trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Three has a closed guard, preventing Cruz from standing up.
Three doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Cruz moves into range and clinches up with Three.
Three scores with a shot to the side of Cruz's head. #T3#
Cruz just leaning against Three, taking a breather.
Three lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cruz backwards.
Sir Three seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Three misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cruz can't find room to land a body shot as Three controls the action.
Three misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cruz misses with the head strike.
Three throws a punch but it's blocked by Cruz.
Three lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Three.
Three swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cruz tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Three smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cipriano Cruz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Three clinches up against the cage.
Three keeps control of Cruz as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Cruz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Three drives through and clinches with Cruz against the cage. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Three. #BC#
Cruz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cruz swats away the attempt to clinch by Three.#CL2#
Three clinches up with Cruz and pushes him back against the cage.
Three fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Three throws a punch but it's blocked by Cruz.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head punch on the inside from Three fails to land.
Three lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Cruz fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Three misses with a short punch on the inside.
Three swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Three misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Three fails to land.
Cruz tries to pull guard but Three holds him up against the cage and eventually Cruz drops back down to his feet.
Three has a couple of punches blocked by Cruz.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sir Three showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Three misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cruz drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cruz blocks an uppercut.
Three misses with the head strike. #BC#
Cruz manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Three gets tackled into the cage by Cruz. Cruz maintains the clinch.
Cruz blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Cruz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Cruz gets tackled into the cage by Three. Three maintains the clinch.
Three lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Cruz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cruz shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
Three drives through and clinches with Cruz against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cruz. #T1##TD#
Cruz pulls guard.
Three postures up in Cruz's guard and throws a big left but Cruz blocks it.
Three throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cruz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Three accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Three stands up over Cruz, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Cruz wants to get back to his feet but Three is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Three throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Three missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Three with a flurry of punches that miss.
Three throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cruz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cruz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Three throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Three accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Three throws a big elbow that misses.
Three throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cruz works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
Three trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Three postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Cruz, not yet.
Cruz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cruz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Three lands a couple of digs.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Three accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Three throwing strikes but missing.
Cruz avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Cruz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Three throws a big elbow that misses.
Three throws a big right hand that misses.
Cruz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Three loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Cruz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Three.
Three postures up in Cruz's guard and throws a big left but Cruz blocks it.
Three landing some decent shots from guard.
Cruz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Three.
Cruz avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Three trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Cruz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Three is one step ahead there.
Three missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Three throws a big right hand that misses.
Three throws an elbow that misses. Cruz uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Three's guard. Nice move by Cruz!#REVR#
Three throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Cruz slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Three.#T4#
Cruz is taking a breather. Three says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Three tries to get to full guard but Cruz has control of the leg.
Three is striking from the bottom but he's now found himself mounted! Oh dear - not enough focus on defense there.
Three is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sir Three has got the better of the ground game so far.
Cruz wants to control the pace but Three is squirming around nicely.
Cruz blocks Three's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cruz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Three is desperately trying to improve his position but Cruz has a good base and remains in mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sir Three comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Three 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sir Three!

Event: C382: Blaydes vs Jiang II
Date: Jan 12, 2025

#R1#
Valerio misses with a wild body shot.
Lalime throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Valerio on the side of the head.
Lalime moves in looking to clinch but Valerio pushes him off.
Lalime moves in looking to clinch but Valerio pushes him off.
Lalime fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lalime takes a jab right on the kisser.
Lalime tests Valerio's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#It looks like Ernesto Valerio has been cut.
Valerio throws a body shot but no joy.
Lalime lands a really nice looking cross but Valerio seems unphased. #CL2#
Valerio gets tackled into the cage by Lalime. Lalime maintains the clinch.
Valerio tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lalime just stands there and leans against the cage.
Valerio tries to pull guard but Lalime forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Valerio jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lalime walks away with a smile on his face. Valerio gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Valerio. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Lalime fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Valerio, pushing him back against the cage.
Valerio slowing the pace effectively.
Lalime lands a body shot in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Valerio fails to pull guard. #T1#
Lalime is leaning against Valerio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lalime scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right hook to the body lands for Lalime.
Valerio wants to stall.
Lalime scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD#
Valerio pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Valerio is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lalime defends well.
Lalime not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Valerio looking for a sweep. Not yet Valerio, not yet.
Valerio has a closed guard, preventing Lalime from standing up.
Lalime is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SU2#
Lalime gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T2#
Lalime doesn't manage to clinch there - Valerio circles away.
Lalime uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Valerio.
Lalime tries to counter with a clinch but Valerio shakes him off and moves away.
Valerio looks to score with a jab to the body but Lalime is just out of range.
Lalime's jab looks to have found its range, popping Valerio under the eye.
Anthony Lalime seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lalime looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Valerio cracks Lalime with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lalime tries to clinch there but Valerio circles away.
Valerio is looking to counter punch.
Lalime connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Valerio's hands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Lalime pushes Valerio up against the cage in a clinch.
Lalime tries a body shot but Valerio blocks it.
Lalime misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
Lalime managing to block the knees to the body from Valerio.
Lalime trying to stall but Valerio improves his position.
Lalime prevents Valerio from breaking the clinch.
Lalime throws a punch but it's blocked by Valerio.
Lalime fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lalime throws a punch but it's blocked by Valerio.
Lalime is pushing Valerio up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC#
Valerio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lalime scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lalime connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Valerio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lalime steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Valerio.#CL2#
Lalime clinches with his opponent.
Valerio tries to pull guard but Lalime holds him up against the cage and eventually Valerio drops back down to his feet.
Valerio is trying to pull guard but Lalime turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T4#
Lalime throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lalime working aggressively here.
Lalime lands a body punch.
Lalime lands a hook that snaps the head of Valerio backwards.
A bit of stalling here from Lalime.
Lalime swings wildly with an uppercut but Valerio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lalime lands with a left to the head.
Valerio fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Valerio tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lalime softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A hook to the body from Lalime.
Lalime misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Lalime - that landed with a thud.
Valerio jumps guard but Lalime stands there with Valerio around his waist. Valerio gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lalime makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lalime lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lalime lands a hook that snaps the head of Valerio backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthony Lalime dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ernesto Valerio's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lalime lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Valerio circles away quickly and effectively.
Lalime lands with a good body shot.
Valerio misses with an uppercut
and Lalime cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Lalime moves into range and clinches up with Valerio.#BC#
Valerio breaks the clinch. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Valerio is trying to pull guard but Lalime turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Valerio has had enough of the clinch but Lalime keeps him there for the moment.
Lalime misses with the head strike.
Lalime has a couple of punches blocked by Valerio.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A head punch on the inside from Lalime fails to land.
Lalime letting Valerio take a breather here.
Valerio tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lalime makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Valerio breaks from the clinch.
Valerio's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lalime under the eye.#T1#
Lalime tries to clinch
and Valerio counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL2#
Lalime has managed to clinch.
Lalime misses with a hook from the clinch.
Valerio is trying to pull guard but Lalime has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Valerio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short uppercut from Lalime.
Lalime lands a hook to the side of the head.
Valerio fails to pull guard.
Valerio looking to slow down the pace here.
Valerio fails to pull guard.
Lalime working aggressively here.
Lalime lands an uppercut.
Lalime swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lalime fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Valerio is trying to pull guard but Lalime has him pressed against the cage.
Lalime lands with a right to the head.
Valerio fails to pull guard.
Lalime throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Valerio stalling the fight.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lalime creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lalime misses with a punch to the body.
Lalime content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Valerio is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lalime to keep the fight standing.
Lalime stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Lalime lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Valerio backwards.
Lalime lands a right hand that snaps the head of Valerio backwards.
Lalime dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Lalime obliges.
Lalime lands a left hand.
Lalime has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lalime.
Lalime effectively controlling the action here.
Lalime working aggressively here.
Lalime tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lalime lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lalime working aggressively here. #T3#
Lalime is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Valerio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lalime's elbow.
Lalime has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Valerio seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Lalime can turn it around.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lalime creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Valerio tries to pull guard but Lalime won't allow it.
Lalime keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Valerio's efforts to push away.
Valerio jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lalime walks away with a smile on his face. Valerio gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lalime swinging wildly here.
Lalime throws a body shot but no joy.
Good exchange - Valerio coming out on top.
Lalime pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Valerio misses the target.#CL2#
Valerio gets tackled into the cage by Lalime. Lalime maintains the clinch.
Valerio is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Nice body punch from Lalime - that landed with a thud. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Valerio.
Lalime lands a shot to the body.
Lalime lands a left hand.
Valerio is trying to pull guard but Lalime turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Lalime has Valerio pressed against the cage.
Valerio is trying to break free.
Valerio blocks an uppercut.
Lalime swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Valerio tries to pull guard but Lalime holds him up against the cage and eventually Valerio drops back down to his feet.
Valerio tries to pull guard but Lalime won't allow it.
Lalime throws a punch but it's blocked by Valerio.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lalime lands a hook that snaps the head of Valerio backwards.
Lalime lands a body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC#
Valerio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #KD2#
Lalime drops Valerio with a beautiful combination! Valerio stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Lalime is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Valerio is rocked!#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthony Lalime showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ernesto Valerio's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Lalime gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Oh Valerio is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Valerio jumps guard but Lalime stands there with Valerio around his waist. Valerio gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Valerio seems to have got his legs back now.
Valerio tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Come on Lalime - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Valerio fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ernesto Valerio. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Valerio prevents a body shot from Lalime.
Valerio fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Valerio is looking to control Lalime's arms but Lalime gets an underhook and turns him. Now Valerio has his back to the cage.
Lalime softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lalime misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from Lalime.
Valerio jumps guard but Lalime turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Valerio has a couple of punches blocked by Lalime.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lalime.
Lalime pushes Valerio back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lalime. #T1#
Lalime pushes Valerio back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lalime digs a right hand into Valerio's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Valerio's gas tank.
Still in the clinch, Lalime scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lalime throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lalime.
Lalime is stalling here.
Lalime working aggressively here.
Lalime slows down the pace here.
Lalime content to slow the pace in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lalime.
Valerio throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Valerio tries to pull guard but Lalime forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lalime lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lalime.
Valerio blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lalime lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Valerio backwards. #T2#
Valerio takes a shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lalime lands a left hand that snaps the head of Valerio backwards.
Lalime makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Lalime. #TD#
Valerio drags the fight down to the ground.
Lalime's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lalime stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Valerio swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lalime controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lalime would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Valerio not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lalime is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3#
Lalime preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Valerio lands a jab to the nose.
Valerio lunges at Lalime with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lalime's hand.
Valerio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lalime.#CL2#
Lalime clinches up with Valerio and pushes him back against the cage.
Valerio tries to pull guard but Lalime holds him up against the cage and eventually Valerio drops back down to his feet.
Lalime avoiding damage as Valerio throws knees to the body.
Valerio tries to pull guard but Lalime forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Valerio is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lalime to keep the fight standing.
Lalime lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Come on Lalime - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Lalime tries to work over Valerio's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Lalime lands a hook that snaps the head of Valerio backwards.
Lalime is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #TD#
Valerio drags the fight down to the ground.
Lalime looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Valerio has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lalime can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lalime looking to pass the guard.
Ernesto Valerio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lalime 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.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anthony Lalime comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lalime has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: C380: Duran vs Spicoli III
Date: Jan 05, 2025

#R1#
McBeth bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McBeth lands with a cross.
McBeth walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've been told by McBeth's head coaches at BronkÂ´s GYM that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Krakowski misses with a left hand
and McBeth counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McBeth staying out of range there.
McBeth throwing a counter right hand but Krakowski manages to avoid it.
Krakowski lands with a good body shot.
Krakowski misses with a body shot
enabling McBeth to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Bernard Krakowski has been cut.
McBeth avoids the body shot from Krakowski.
A jab from Krakowski misses.
It looked like McBeth wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A cross from McBeth lands.
Krakowski takes one on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Krakowski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McBeth.
McBeth throws out a loose jab but Krakowski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Krakowski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McBeth counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Krakowski is rocked!
McBeth throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Krakowski.
McBeth displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Krakowski throws out the jab.
McBeth lands a nice hook to Krakowski's body. Krakowski takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
McBeth lunges at Krakowski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Krakowski's hand.
McBeth connects with a crisp jab.
Krakowski is still on wobbly legs! Can McBeth finish him?
McBeth throws a hook but Krakowski blocks it.
Krakowski seems to have recovered his senses.
Krakowski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD#
and McBeth counters with a nice right hand that sends Krakowski toppling to the canvas! Krakowski scrambles and gets back to his feet - can McBeth finish him?!
A looping hook to the body misses from Krakowski. McBeth does a little dance to reset his feet.
McBeth drops Krakowski with a big left hand! Krakowski is injured, injured bad! McBeth jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mustafa McBeth!
Mustafa McBeth seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: RFL - New Years Revolution
Date: Jan 04, 2025

#R1#
Justice misses the jab.#TD#
Justice drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Justice tries to stand but Kangasmaki is controlling from the bottom.
Justice trying to control but Kangasmaki is working from the bottom.
Kangasmaki trying to control the position.
Justice is working Kangasmaki over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Justice wanted to stand there but Kangasmaki had control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Justice postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kangasmaki is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Justice, into his guard. #REVB#
Kangasmaki is looking to stand up but Justice won't let him. #T1##SU2#
Kangasmaki gets to his feet. Justice looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Kangasmaki throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Justice half committed to a counter leg kick.#TD#
Kangasmaki gets caught napping as Justice dives in and scores a takedown. Kangasmaki manages to retain guard.
Justice scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
Justice is stalling in the full guard.
Kangasmaki looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Justice avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Justice throws a big elbow that misses.
Justice lands a couple of elbows.
Justice tries to stand but Kangasmaki is controlling from the bottom.
Justice trying to control the position from guard on top but Kangasmaki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Kangasmaki looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3#
Justice pushing down on Kangasmaki's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Justice is pressing down on Kangasmaki's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kangasmaki is holding on for now.
Kangasmaki tries to roll over but Justice keeps him under control.
Kangasmaki has a hand on Justice's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Justice takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Justice looking to finish Kangasmaki with some ground and pound. This is bad for Kangasmaki!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Justice has hold of Kangasmaki's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Kangasmaki manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Kangasmaki is looking to improve his position but Justice isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Justice 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.
Justice can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kangasmaki is looking to escape.
Kangasmaki tries to hold on but Justice pushes him away.
Justice raining down hammerfists from mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Justice jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Kangasmaki manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Justice is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kangasmaki knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gunner Justice dominated that round.
That's time! Justice's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Kangasmaki misses with the combination. #TD#
Justice throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kangasmaki tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Justice is in Kangasmaki's guard.#SUB2#
Kangasmaki has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Justice can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Kangasmaki looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Justice passes into half guard.
Justice looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Justice seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Justice seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kangasmaki is trying to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB#
Justice is looking for a kimura but Kangasmaki is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Justice to get the leverage.
Kangasmaki is not content to let Justice control the position.
Justice is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #SUB2#
Kangasmaki looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Justice looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kangasmaki with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Justice lands strikes from half guard.
Kangasmaki is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Justice's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Justice's back!
Justice wants to escape the position. #T2#
Kangasmaki controlling from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Justice rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Gunner Justice overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kangasmaki prevents Justice from improving his position.
Kangasmaki wants to stand up but Justice is controlling the position. #SU2#
Kangasmaki decides to stand up.
Justice is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kangasmaki can do to turn this around?#T3#
Kangasmaki throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD#
Justice drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Justice working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Justice lands a decent elbow from side control.
Justice tries to advance to mount but Kangasmaki denies him.
Kangasmaki is working to avoid the ground and pound but Justice connects with a decent elbow.
Kangasmaki tries to buck Justice off but Justice is having none of it.#T4##SUB#
Justice tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Justice working the ground and pound from side control.
Kangasmaki taking punishment in the form of punches.
Justice is looking to take a break and control but Kangasmaki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kangasmaki manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gunner Justice dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Kangasmaki misses with a head kick.
Justice slips under a jab from Kangasmaki.#TD#
Justice closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kangasmaki to the mat! Kangasmaki manages to get full guard.
Justice slips nicely into half guard.
Justice seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Justice takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Justice wants to work for an arm triangle but Kangasmaki is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Justice takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Justice seems to be looking for submissions.
Justice prevents Kangasmaki from improving his position.#T1#
Kangasmaki is still trying to improve position.
Justice has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
You get the feeling that Kangasmaki really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Kangasmaki in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Justice trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Justice scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Justice in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #ROC#Kangasmaki is rocked!
Justice with a couple of short strikes.
Kangasmaki is still in real trouble! Can Justice finish him?#T2##SUB#
Justice jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Kangasmaki manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Justice tries for a kimura but Kangasmaki is defending well. #SUB#
Justice is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Kangasmaki looks calm but he's in trouble here. Justice gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Kangasmaki is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Justice lets go of the hold and Kangasmaki can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gunner Justice!
Gunner Justice made sure to mention his sponsor, Hype Nutrition in his post fight interview.

Event: C375: Chai vs Shida
Date: Dec 22, 2024

#R1#
Valerio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Juniorss's head.
Valerio takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Juniorss bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Juniorss is looking to counter punch.
Valerio misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Juniorss counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Ernesto Valerio has been cut.
Valerio wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Valerio misses with a right hand
and Juniorss counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Valerio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Juniorss.
A looping hook to the body misses from Valerio. Juniorss does a little dance to reset his feet.
Juniorss was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Valerio looks to score with a jab to the body but Juniorss is just out of range.
Juniorss blocks a jab.
Juniorss swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Valerio takes a swing at Juniorss's ribcage but misses.
Valerio misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Juniorss counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
A big right from Valerio misses.
Valerio misses the body punch
and Juniorss counters with a big right hand! Oh Valerio is in trouble here! Juniorss follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hamed Juniorss!

Event: UCF 95: Hanma v Adunga Jr
Date: Dec 21, 2024

#R1#
Nice takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McNab misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nice.
Nice appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nice slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Nice misses the target.#CL#
Nice clinches up against the cage.
Nice misses with a body punch.
Nice lands a nice uppercut.
McNab looking to stall.
McNab blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice working aggressively here.
McNab is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nice lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McNab stalling the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice misses with a short punch on the inside.
McNab wants a takedown but no success here.
McNab looking to slow down the pace here.
A short right from Nice on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Nice fails to land. #T1#
McNab looking to slow down the pace here.
McNab is looking to take this one to the mat.
Jack Nice has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cameron McNab.
Nice tries to work over McNab's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McNab blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice misses with a punch on the inside.
Nice lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nice misses with a punch on the inside.
Nice tries to work over McNab's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nice gets underhooks to prevent McNab's takedown attempt.
Nice is pressed up against the cage. McNab has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Nice down to the mat. Nice avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
McNab throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've been told by Nice's head coaches at Ironbound MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
McNab misses with a takedown attempt
and Nice counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice leaves McNab with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nice is looking to counter punch.
McNab throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Nice counter with a right hand. #T2#
Nice tries to close the distance and clinch up but McNab swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McNab changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from McNab. Nice does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#CL#
Nice rushes McNab and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nice has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McNab after a bit of a struggle.
Nice lands with a short shot to the head.
Nice prevents a body shot from McNab.
McNab tries for a takedown but Nice manages to get underhooks.
McNab scores with a shot to the side of Nice's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McNab is trying to stall.
Nice lands an uppercut.
McNab missing with knees to the body.
Nice lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Nice fails to land.
McNab changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Nice fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Cameron McNab seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Nice was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McNab.#T3#
McNab fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nice manages to avoid it.
McNab throws a jab but it's blocked by Nice.
McNab throws a right hand that misses
and Nice counters with a right hand to the body.
Jack Nice is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McNab lands a slapping body shot. #CL#
Nice closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nice lands on the inside with an uppercut.
McNab blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice misses with a body punch.
McNab blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice misses with a short punch on the inside.
McNab blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice lands a left hand that snaps the head of McNab backwards.
McNab is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Nice is defending well.
McNab tries to score a body lock takedown but Nice shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Nice avoiding damage as McNab throws knees to the body.
Nice scores with a shot to the side of McNab's head. #T4#
Nice scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice lands with a left to the head.
Nice lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McNab or not.
McNab wants a takedown.
Nice tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McNab's elbow.
McNab looking to slow down the pace here.
McNab drops down looking for an ankle pick but Nice pulls his leg out and moves away.
McNab looks winded!
McNab scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nice doesn't seem bothered though.
McNab misses with a jab to the body
and Nice counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McNab tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nice sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McNab somewhat.
Nice was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Nice dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McNab misses with a shot to the body
and Nice counters with a nice uppercut.
McNab scores with a body shot.
Nice fails with an attempt to clinch.
McNab is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McNab throws a body punch but Nice moves out of range. #TD2#
McNab closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Nice did well to prevent McNab getting side control.
McNab not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nice is not content to let McNab control the position.
Nice is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Nice is trying to maintain the position but McNab is very close to passing his half guard.
We've been informed that McNab has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McNab trying to control the action but Nice is working from the bottom.
Nice is looking to control McNab's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nice avoid being mounted?
McNab trying to control from Nice's half guard. Nice has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
McNab slips nicely into half guard.
Nice wants to improve his position but McNab is controlling well. #T2#
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.
The fighters are battling for position here. Nice manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nice keeping moving, preventing McNab from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nice is looking for a triangle here but McNab uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
McNab trying to control the action but Nice is working from the bottom.
Nice regains half guard, as McNab was trying to land strikes.
Nice trying to control from the bottom. #T3#
Nice tries to roll over but McNab keeps him under control.
Nice trying to control here.
Nice tries to get to full guard but McNab has control of the leg.
Nice is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McNab's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McNab's back!
A lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on McNab's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
McNab breaks Nice's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #T4#
Nice is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nice keeping moving, preventing McNab from controlling successfully.
Cameron McNab has got the better of the ground game so far.
McNab is looking to work some ground and pound but Nice has wrist control.
McNab trying to control the position from guard on top but Nice is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McNab postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McNab trying to control but Nice is working from the bottom.
McNab preventing the sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Cameron McNab will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. 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#
McNab misses the shot to the body.
Nice takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice tries to close the distance and clinch up but McNab swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McNab lands with a straight right. Nice didn't see that one coming.
McNab misses with a straight right.
Cameron McNab seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McNab throws a sloppy body shot
and Nice counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Nice clinches.
Nice tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nice cracks McNab with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McNab has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Nice after a bit of a struggle.
McNab is looking for a takedown.
McNab is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Nice is defending well.
Jack Nice has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cameron McNab.
McNab tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
McNab takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#BC#
Nice breaks from the clinch.
McNab swats away the attempt to clinch by Nice.#T1#
McNab misses with a body shot
and McNab takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Cameron McNab has been cut.
McNab shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nice counters with a big right hand! Oh McNab is in trouble here! Nice follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Nice!
Jack Nice seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: C371: Cheese vs Walton III
Date: Dec 15, 2024

#R1#
Thibodeaux is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bagrov.
Bagrov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Thibodeaux throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bagrov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bagrov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Thibodeaux throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bagrov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bagrov blocks a jab.
Thibodeaux fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bagrov manages to avoid it.
Thibodeaux looks to score with a jab to the body but Bagrov is just out of range.
Bagrov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Thibodeaux fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bagrov manages to avoid it.
Thibodeaux misses with a leg kick #TD#
so Bagrov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.

Thibodeaux pushes Bagrov off and gets back to his feet.
Bagrov slips a jab from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bagrov moves away.
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!
Thibodeaux throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bagrov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Bagrov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Thibodeaux misses with a hook. Bagrov ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thibodeaux. Bagrov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bagrov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Thibodeaux throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Bagrov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Bagrov.
Bagrov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Bagrov is working Thibodeaux over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Bagrov is working Thibodeaux over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Bagrov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Thibodeaux is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bagrov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2#
Bagrov throwing strikes from guard but Thibodeaux blocks nicely.
Thibodeaux wants to stand and escape but Bagrov is having none of it.
Thibodeaux trying to control the position.
Bagrov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
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!
Bagrov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
An elbow from Bagrov crashes against the mat.
Bagrov lands a few punches from side control.
Thibodeaux is looking for a sweep.
Bagrov tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Thibodeaux taking a bit of punishment here - Bagrov scoring with strikes. #T3#
Thibodeaux tries to buck Bagrov off but Bagrov is having none of it.
Bagrov scoring with punches from side control.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Bagrov is working Thibodeaux over with some ground and pound from side control.
We've been hearing that Bagrov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thibodeaux tries to buck Bagrov off but Bagrov is having none of it.
Bagrov working the body and head with strikes.
Bagrov working the ground and pound from side control.
Bagrov looks up at the clock and then as Thibodeaux takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Bagrov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Bagrov lands a decent elbow from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thibodeaux is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Bagrov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Bagrov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Thibodeaux keeping his opponent close.
Thibodeaux tries to bench press Bagrov off him but Bagrov keeps the position. #T4#
Bagrov scores with a couple of short elbows.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thibodeaux tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bagrov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Thibodeaux wants to get back to his feet but Bagrov drags him back down.
Bagrov landing strikes.
Thibodeaux stops Bagrov from passing to mount.
Bagrov lands a few punches from side control.
You can see the frustration on Thibodeaux's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Thibodeaux is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Bagrov is staying active.
What's Thibodeaux going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Thibodeaux is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Danila Bagrov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Thibodeaux misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bagrov.
Bagrov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bagrov avoids the body shot from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux throws the left hand but Bagrov avoids the punch easily.
Bagrov feinted with a counter takedown.
Thibodeaux misses with a hook to the body #TD#
and Bagrov counters with a shoot takedown. Thibodeaux fights it but they end up in guard.
Thibodeaux wants to improve his position but instead Bagrov has moved into half guard.
Bagrov 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.
Bagrov working over Thibodeaux with some ground and pound. Thibodeaux looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bagrov is nestled in close to Thibodeaux, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#ES2#
Thibodeaux kicks off Bagrov and gets to his feet.
Thibodeaux misses with a straight right.
Bagrov tries to counter with a takedown but Thibodeaux is quick to defend against it.
Thibodeaux throws a leg kick #TD#
and Bagrov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.

Thibodeaux manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Bagrov keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bagrov tries to break free but Thibodeaux pushes him back against the cage.
Bagrov tries for a takedown. No joy. #T1##BC2#
Thibodeaux breaks from the clinch.
Bagrov moves out of range of the strikes.
Thibodeaux misses with a wild combination.
Bagrov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Thibodeaux sprawls and moves away.
Bagrov ducks under a wild hook from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux misses with a body shot.
Bagrov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Thibodeaux misses with a few strikes there.
Thibodeaux fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bagrov manages to avoid it.
Bagrov attempts a counter takedown but Thibodeaux avoids it well and moves away.
Thibodeaux swings for the body but Bagrov moves out of range.
Thibodeaux throws a jab but it's blocked by Bagrov.
Bagrov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T2#
Bagrov avoids the body shot from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux misses with a looping left.
Bagrov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A low kick from Thibodeaux misses #TD#
and Bagrov counters with a shoot takedown. Thibodeaux fights it but they end up in guard.
Thibodeaux has momentary wrist control but Bagrov slips an elbow through the middle.
Bagrov stopping the sweep attempt from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bagrov works over Thibodeaux with some ground and pound from guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thibodeaux preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bagrov landing with the ground and pound.
Bagrov passes into half guard.
Bagrov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bagrov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Thibodeaux with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T3#
Thibodeaux avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bagrov.
Bagrov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bagrov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bagrov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Bagrov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Bagrov stops Thibodeaux from getting back to his feet.
Bagrov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Thibodeaux trying to control from the bottom.
Bagrov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #ROC#Thibodeaux is rocked!
Bagrov working Thibodeaux over with strikes.
Thibodeaux is still in real trouble! Can Bagrov finish him?
Bagrov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thibodeaux can do to turn this around?
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. Bagrov connects with a nice short shot to Thibodeaux's temple.
Bagrov thows a huge punch but Thibodeaux dodges it nicely.
Bagrov is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Thibodeaux reverses the position - he's now on top in Bagrov's guard.
Thibodeaux seems to have recovered his senses.
Thibodeaux has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Bagrov is proving hard to escape from. #T4#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Danila Bagrov dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Thibodeaux throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Bagrov counters with a nice double leg into guard.

Thibodeaux scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Bagrov checks a low kick from Thibodeaux.
Bagrov attempts a counter takedown but Thibodeaux avoids it well and moves away.
Thibodeaux throws a right and a left that Bagrov avoids nicely.
Thibodeaux misses with a low kick as Bagrov jumps back.
Thibodeaux is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bagrov rather than just go for the knockout.
Thibodeaux swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD#
and Bagrov counters with a takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bagrov lands an elbow.
Thibodeaux struggling a bit here.
Bagrov scoring with punches and elbows.
Bagrov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Thibodeaux!
Bagrov unloading with bombs!
Thibodeaux is looking to get to half guard.#T1#
Thibodeaux is trying to stand up.
Bagrov lands a nice shot to the head.
Bagrov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Thibodeaux?
Bagrov breaks from Thibodeaux's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Thibodeaux is trying desperately to improve position.
Thibodeaux tries to hold on but Bagrov postures up.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Bagrov cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Bagrov is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Thibodeaux goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Bagrov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Danila Bagrov!
A very excited looking Danila Bagrov 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: UCF 93: Santoro v Chai
Date: Dec 14, 2024

#R1#
Kent thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kent bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lesage moves out of range of the strikes.
Lesage wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kent lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kent throws a left and a right that both miss
and Lesage counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kent uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lesage.
A jab from Kent misses.
Kent misses with a looping left.
A punch lands to the side of Kent 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Donk. Lesage catches Kent right on the button with a cross.
Kent throws a jab but it's blocked by Lesage.
Kent throws a right and a left that Lesage avoids nicely. #CL#
Lesage moves into range and clinches up with Kent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Kent pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kent works the jab nicely.
Nice defenses there by Kent.#T1#
Kent takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kent thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lesage uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kent.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kent checks a leg kick.
Lesage getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL#
Lesage closes the distance and pushes Kent back into the cage.#BC2#
Kent's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kent throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lesage sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kent throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lesage.
Kristian Kent seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kent tries to move into range but Lesage moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lesage looks to land a right hand but Kent moved out of range.
Lesage throws a low kick but Kent moves out of range easily.
Kent throws a lazy right hand but Lesage sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kent misses with an uppercut. Lesage saw that one coming.
Lesage tests Kent's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Lesage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
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!
Lesage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kent lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kent throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lesage lands with an uppercut that bounces Kent off the cage and back into range.
Lesage will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lesage showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kent.
Lesage scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kent circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lesage misses with a straight right.
Lesage takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lesage tries to clinch up but Kent circles away and keeps his distance.#T3#
Kent throws an overhand right that lands on Lesage's shoulder, as Lesage tries to avoid the shot.
Lesage throws a series of punches but Kent avoids them all with ease.
A big right from Kent misses.
Lesage feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kents jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Lesage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kent.
Kent lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kent might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Lesage throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kent stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lesage scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lesage tries to clinch but Kent is having none of it.
Kent misses with a lunging right hand
and Lesage counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big left from Kent misses.
A big right from Lesage misses.
Kent throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lesage looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#CL#
Lesage drives through and clinches with Kent against the cage. #T4##BC#
Lesage breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lesage is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kent.
A little jabbing left from Kent on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lesage lands with a straight right. Kent didn't see that one coming.
We've been informed that Kent has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Kent misses the jab.
Kent shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lesage works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kent lands a glancing blow to the side of Lesage's head.
Lesage lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lesage misses with a two punch combination.
Kent swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lesage throws a body punch but Kent moves out of range.
Kent lands with a cross.
Lesage connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kent's hands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Lesage closes the distance and clinches.
Lesage lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kent lands a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Robbie Lesage dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lesage slips under a jab from Kent.
Kent throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lesage tries to clinch up.
Lesage slips a jab from Kent.
A left lands for Kent.
Lesage moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kent on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lesage. Lesage obviously looking to wear him down.
A big left from Lesage misses.
Kent swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kent misses with a looping left.
Kent ducks under a wild hook from Lesage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kent takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice defenses there by Lesage.
Kent misses with a lunging right hand #CL#
and Lesage holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Lesage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kent wants to break the clinch but can't. #T1#
Kent wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kent lands a shot to the body.
Lesage lands a body punch in the clinch.
Lesage lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Our sources have told us that Lesage has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.#BC2#
Kent breaks from the clinch.
A lazy left from Kent finds it's target.
Kent throws a hook but Lesage blocks it.
Lesage tries to counter by clinching up but Kent breaks away and moves out of range.
Kent throws a good cross that connects.
Kent looks to land a right hand but Lesage moved out of range.
Lesage is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kent.
Lesage connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kent cracks Lesage with a good jab.
Lesage slips under a jab.
Lesage fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lesage slips under a jab.#T2#
Lesage throws an overhand right that lands on Kent's shoulder, as Kent tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd cheers as Kent lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lesage doesn't seem phased though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kent connects with a nice looking jab.
Kent scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lesage doesn't seem bothered though.
Kristian Kent seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lesage defending well as Kent loads up on a big left hand.
Lesage tests Kent's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lesage lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kent misses with a straight right.
Kent throws a lazy uppercut
and Lesage counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lesage connects with a jab.
Lesage lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lesage slips under a jab.
As Kent tries to get set, Lesage tries to push him back and clinch up but Kent manages to avoid the attempt.
Kent cracks Lesage with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Kent.
Lesage seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kent tries to bum rush Lesage with a series of wild strikes but Lesage uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kent. Lesage does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kent thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lesage swings widly with a right hand
letting Kent counter with a right hand.
Lesage uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kent.
Kent misses with the combination.
Lesage lands with a right hand.
Kent rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lesage counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kent scores with a decent looking hook.
Lesage throws a hook to the side of Kent's head but Kent sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little jabbing left from Kent on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big right from Lesage misses. #T4#
Lesage moves out of range as Kent strikes.
Lesage is looking to counter punch.
Kent is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lesage misses with a hook. Kent ducked under it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lesage tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kent! But no joy.
Lesage takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lesage throws a push kick but Kent slaps the foot to one side.
Kent moves out of range as Lesage strikes.
A punch combination from Kent misses.
Lesage is looking to counter the offense by Kent and move into the clinch.
Kent fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kent misses with a double jab
letting Lesage counter with a right hand.
Kent takes a swing at Lesage's ribcage but misses.
Kent works the jab nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kristian Kent showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kent keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kent uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lesage.
Lesage moves out of range as Kent strikes.
Lesage swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lesage lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kent at a distance.
Lesage takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lesage throws a body punch but Kent moves out of range.
Kent throws a lazy right hand but Lesage sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kent keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lesage.
Kent throws a shot from downtown. Lesage moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lesage drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kent connects with a crisp jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Kent misses the target.
Lesage fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kent. Lesage does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kent misses with an uppercut.
Lesage throwing a counter right hand but Kent manages to avoid it.
Lesage throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kent sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lesage misses with an uppercut
and Kent counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Kent throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kent thuds his right hand into Lesage's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nice jab there from Kent.
Kent pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kent throws a right and a left that Lesage avoids nicely.
Kent misses with a straight left.
Lesage seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Lesage ducks under a wild hook from Kent.
Kent has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kent lands with a shot to the body.
Lesage with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kent to score with a decent uppercut.
Lesage lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kent at a distance. #T2#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Lesage, as that shot connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lesage swings for the body but Kent moves out of range.
Lesage lands a head shot.#CL#
Lesage gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kent wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Lesage landing knees to the body.
Kent presses Lesage against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lesage stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short left from Kent.
Lesage presses Kent against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lesage misses with a punch on the inside.
Lesage lands with a right to the head.
Kent has Lesage pressed against the cage.
Lesage lands an uppercut.#T3#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kent taking a breather.
Lesage tries to work over Kent's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Lesage breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kent throws out a loose jab but Lesage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kent uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lesage.
Kent throws a counter combo.
Kent thows a left - swing and a miss!
No joy there for Kent, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kent looks to throw the jab but Lesage is out of range.
Lesage throws a big counter combination but Kent scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Lesage tests Kent's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A jab from Lesage finds it's way through Kent's defenses.
Lesage misses with a straight left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kent! But no joy.#T4#
Kent throws an overhand right that lands on Lesage's shoulder, as Lesage tries to avoid the shot.
Kent misses with a hook #CL#
and Lesage counters by moving into the clinch.
Kent displaying some good clinch control by pressing Lesage up against the cage.
Lesage tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kent blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lesage throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kents head.
Lesage misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lesage lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kent backwards.
Lesage pushes Kent back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
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!
Lesage scores with a shoulder strike.
Lesage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lesage misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Lesage fails to land.
Kent tries to stall but Lesage uses the opportunity to gain a better position.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Robbie Lesage.
I think Lesage has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robbie Lesage!

Event: NYF 94: Zigaro vs Holton
Date: Dec 07, 2024

#R1#
Burton blocks a head kick by Pittman. #TD#
Burton bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Burton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pittman is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Pittman is pushing Burton's head away, looking to escape. Burton manages to hold on to the position though.
Burton happy to just control the position for now. #SUB#
Burton is trying to get an arm triangle but Pittman is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burton looking to control but instead Pittman has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Pittman is trying to stand. #SUB#
Burton looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Burton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pittman is just riding it out for now. Burton eventually gives up the hold.
Burton trying to control from half guard but Pittman is working away. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Burton perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A big left from Pittman misses.
Burton throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Burton swinging wildly here.
Burton lands a two punch combo.
Burton takes a swing at Pittman's ribcage but misses.
Pittman lands with a right hand.
Pittman lands a head kick!
Burton clobbers Pittman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Pittman avoids the body shot from Burton.
Burton misses with a series of wild punches.
Burton looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Pittman scores with a hook to the body. Burton takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #CL2#
Burton tries to keep at a distance but Pittman has taken the fight into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Burton fails to land.
Pittman scores with a shoulder strike.
Pittman lands with a light punch inside.
Burton throws a head punch that misses.
Pittman has Burton pressed against the cage.
Burton misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Burton pulls guard successfully.
Pittman seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T4#
Pittman looking to sit in guard and control but Burton gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Pittman wants to stand and escape but Burton is having none of it.
Pittman wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Burton manages to pass to side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Burton wants to pass the guard but Pittman is defending well.
Burton is trying to control the action in half guard but Pittman is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Burton stops Pittman from getting back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Burton dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Pittman misses with a looping right.
A punch combination from Burton misses.
Burton looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Burton slips a straight right by Pittman.
Pittman misses with a hook.
Burton is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Burton throws a hook but Pittman avoids it easily.
Burton scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Burton will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A combination from Burton does no damage.
Burton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pittman.
Pittman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Burton.
Pittman avoids the body shot from Burton.
Burton lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pittman circles away quickly and effectively.
It seemed like Pittman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD#
Burton scores with a takedown into Pittman's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Burton prevents Pittman from getting back to his feet.
Burton tries to free his leg and advance position but Pittman is retaining full guard. #T1#
Burton wants to control from the top but Pittman keeps moving.
Pittman wants to get back to his feet but Burton is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Burton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pittman is keeping the position for now.
Pittman wants to stand but Burton is controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Burton throws an overhand right that lands on Pittman's shoulder, as Pittman tries to avoid the shot.
Pittman misses with a kick to the body.
Burton half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Burton scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Grover Pittman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Burton works the jab nicely.
Burton is looking to wear down Pittman with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2##CL2#
Pittman gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Pittman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Burton backwards.
Pittman lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Pittman scores with a shot to the side of Burton's head.
Pittman prevents a body shot from Burton.
Burton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pittman can do to turn this around?
Pittman scores with a shot to the side of Burton's head.
Pittman slowing the pace effectively.
Pittman stalling. #BC#
Burton breaks the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Burton misses with a double jab.
Grover Pittman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burton takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Burton takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Burton ducks right into an uppercut from Pittman.
Pittman wants to clinch.
A big left from Burton misses.
Daniel Burton is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Burton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pittman moves away.
Burton swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Pittman throws a body punch but Burton moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Burton. Pittman does a little dance to reset his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pittman! But no joy.
A combination from Burton does no damage.
Burton throws a body shot but no joy.
Pittman staying out of range there.
Pittman connects with a solid leg kick.
Pittman is looking to clinch but Burton is avoiding it.
Burton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Burton takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Pittman lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Pittman connects with the punch.
Pittman scores with a head kick.
A head kick misses from Pittman.
A counter left hand to the body from Burton misses its target.
A thudding body kick lands there by Pittman!
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Burton shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Burton was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Pittman tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#T4#
Burton trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Pittman is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Pittman prevents Burton from getting a body triangle.
Daniel Burton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Burton is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Pittman is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Pittman is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Daniel Burton will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Pittman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
No joy there for Burton, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Burton takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Pittman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pittman, as that shot connected.
A head kick misses from Pittman.
Burton moves out of range of the strikes.
Burton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pittman.
Daniel Burton is winning the standup battle so far.
Pittman ducks under a wild hook from Burton.
Pittman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Pittman fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pittman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Burton lands a nice hook to Pittman's body. Pittman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Burton misses with an uppercut. Pittman saw that one coming.
Pittman throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Burton on 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!
Burton misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #TD#
Burton closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Pittman quickly recovers to half guard.
Pittman felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Burton trying to pass the guard but Pittman defending well. #T1#
Pittman is trying to stand up here but Burton is controlling him well.
Pittman is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Burton content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Pittman is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Burton moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Burton circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pittman misses with the body kick
and Burton counters with a left and a right that stings Pittman.
An inside leg kick lands from Pittman.
A big left from Pittman misses.
Pittman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Burton misses with a few strikes there.
Burton throws a right and a left that Pittman avoids nicely.
Burton blocks the body kick.
Pittman connects with a body shot that sends Burton's belly button to the back.
A lazy body kick from Pittman #TD#
and Burton counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Pittman!
Pittman is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Burton is controlling him well.
Burton staying calm.#T3#
Burton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pittman keeps working.
Pittman wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Burton tries to move to mount but Pittman blocks the move with his legs.
Pittman is not content to let Burton control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pittman misses with a looping right.
Pittman throws a leg kick which misses Burton's front leg but catches the back leg as Burton tries to avoid it.
Burton needs to keep his hands up - Pittman had a free shot at his head there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Burton. Pittman does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big left from Pittman misses.
Pittman thows a body kick. Burton tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Pittman takes one on the button.
Pittman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Burton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pittman.
As Pittman looks to move away, Burton throws a big counter combo but Pittman just gets out of the way.
Grover Pittman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Burton takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A combination from Burton does no damage.
Burton misses with a wild body shot.
Burton ducks under a wild hook from Pittman.
Pittman misses the body punch
and Burton counters with a left and a right that stings Pittman.
Pittman throws a sloppy head kick and Burton moves out of range easily.
Burton attempts a counter takedown but Pittman avoids it well and moves away.
Pittman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Burton changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Daniel Burton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Pittman ducks under a wild hook from Burton.
Burton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Daniel Burton.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Burton, 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 Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:27
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Daniel Burton!

Event: C368: Erdogan vs Chai II
Date: Dec 01, 2024

#R1#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski connects with a jab.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski misses with a head kick.
Thibodeaux lands a nice looking body shot.
Thibodeaux throws a hook to the side of Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski's head but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've been told by Thibodeaux's head coaches at Ludus Magnus that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a shot to the body.
Thibodeaux uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Thibodeaux throws a low kick but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves out of range easily.
Thibodeaux misses with a body shot.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Thibodeaux lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski circles away quickly and effectively.
Thibodeaux ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves away.
Thibodeaux scores with a punch to the head.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL2#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski forces Thibodeaux back against the cage and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski keeps control of Thibodeaux as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Thibodeaux pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski connects with a looping right hand.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Thibodeaux moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thibodeaux ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves away.#T1#
Thibodeaux thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Thibodeaux misses.
Thibodeaux throws a big shot that misses.
Thibodeaux lands the left hand.
Thibodeaux lands a jab to Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski's midsection.
Thibodeaux looks to score with a jab to the body but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski is just out of range.
Thibodeaux throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Thibodeaux throws a series of punches but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves out of range.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a low kick, looking for Thibodeaux's leg but Thibodeaux calmly moves out of range.
Thibodeaux throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski digs a good hook to Thibodeaux's body.
Thibodeaux misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Thibodeaux throws an overhand right that lands on Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski's shoulder, as Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski tries to avoid the shot.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thibodeaux.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski misses with the combination.
Thibodeaux throws a big counter combination but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Thibodeaux has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Thibodeaux fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Thibodeaux throws a lazy right hand but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Thibodeaux takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Thibodeaux swings away with a body shot that misses
and Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thibodeaux attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Thibodeaux misses the shot to the body.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Thibodeaux wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Thibodeaux to score with a decent uppercut.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws out a leg kick but Thibodeaux moves out of range and Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski only half commits.
Thibodeaux swings for the body but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves out of range.
Thibodeaux misses with an uppercut.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Thibodeaux's sensitive parts. #T3#
Thibodeaux uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Thibodeaux was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski tries a head kick but it misses.
Thibodeaux seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Nice body kick from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
The fighters circle momentarily. Thibodeaux darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Thibodeaux misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves into range and clinches up with Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux blocks a body shot from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Thibodeaux lands with a right to the head.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Thibodeaux is defending well for now.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thibodeaux is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Thibodeaux is pushing Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Thibodeaux is trying to break the clinch but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski is controlling him.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski struggles to land a body shot inside as Thibodeaux controls his hands. #T4#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski lands a shoulder strike.
A shot in the inside from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thibodeaux.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski working aggressively here.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Thibodeaux manages to break the clinch.
Thibodeaux throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves into the clinch.
Thibodeaux prevents a body shot from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski tries a knee to the head but Thibodeaux blocks it.
Thibodeaux on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Thibodeaux avoiding damage as Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws knees to the body.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thibodeaux misses with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fran Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Thibodeaux looks to score with a jab to the body but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski is just out of range.
Thibodeaux swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thibodeaux misses the shot to the body.
Thibodeaux fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski manages to avoid it.
Thibodeaux connects with a solid leg kick.
Thibodeaux throws a big shot that misses.
Thibodeaux motions for Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski to come forward. Thibodeaux throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a leg kick but Thibodeaux sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Thibodeaux thinks about countering with a body kick.
Thibodeaux will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Thibodeaux takes a swing at Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski misses with a straight right.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
August Thibodeaux is winning the standup battle so far.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a hook but Thibodeaux blocks it.
Thibodeaux ducks under a wild hook from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Thibodeaux misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T1#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a chopping leg kick but Thibodeaux manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a wild body kick that Thibodeaux sees coming a mile off.
Thibodeaux tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Thibodeaux throws a series of punches but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves out of range.
Thibodeaux ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A lazy left from Thibodeaux finds it's target.
Good shot there by Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Thibodeaux misses with a jab, cross combination.
Thibodeaux misses the shot to the body.
Thibodeaux throws a sloppy body shot
and Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thibodeaux throws the left hand but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski avoids the punch easily.
Thibodeaux dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski. That did some damage!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thibodeaux throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T2#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski thows a left - swing and a miss!
A counter left hand to the body from Thibodeaux misses its target.
Thibodeaux will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
August Thibodeaux seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thibodeaux misses with a low kick.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski was well out of range. Poor timing from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski manages to avoid it.
Thibodeaux missing with a left hand there. Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws the left hand but Thibodeaux avoids the punch easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Thibodeaux misses the target.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thibodeaux moves away.
Thibodeaux stuns Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - Thibodeaux scores with a four punch combination!
Thibodeaux is looking to wear down Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#CL2#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski has closed the distance and engaged Thibodeaux in a clinch.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski lands with a right to the head. #BC#
Thibodeaux escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.#T3#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thibodeaux.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski connects with a body shot.
Thibodeaux misses with an uppercut.
A chopping leg kick lands by Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Thibodeaux with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL2#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski clinches up against the cage.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski blocks a body shot from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Thibodeaux doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski has Thibodeaux pressed against the cage, preventing Thibodeaux from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Thibodeaux tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski's elbow.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thibodeaux managing to block the knees to the body from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fran Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Thibodeaux has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Thibodeaux is defending well for now.#T4#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski lands a left hand.
Thibodeaux lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thibodeaux swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Thibodeaux breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a shot from downtown. Thibodeaux moves away and avoids it.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Thibodeaux misses with an attempted mid kick.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Thibodeaux dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thibodeaux misses with a leg kick
letting Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski counter with a right hand.
Thibodeaux jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A decent looking cross lands there for Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a looping overhand right but Thibodeaux ducks down to avoid it.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Thibodeaux's hands.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Thibodeaux.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that August Thibodeaux will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Thibodeaux avoids the body shot from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski looks to throw the jab but Thibodeaux is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Thibodeaux on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Thibodeaux misses with a hook. Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski ducked under it nicely.
Thibodeaux keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski lands a jab-cross combination.
Thibodeaux misses with a low kick as Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski jumps back.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux scores with a spinning back kick!#CL2#
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski darts in and clinches Thibodeaux up against the cage.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thibodeaux taking a breather.
Thibodeaux has Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski pressed against the cage.
Thibodeaux misses with a body punch.
Thibodeaux is trying to maintain a safe position but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski gets an underhook and turns Thibodeaux into the cage.#T1#
Thibodeaux lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski swings wildly with an uppercut but Thibodeaux uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski scores with a nice hook to the head.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski misses with a hook from the clinch.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thibodeaux blocks a body shot from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a head punch that misses.
Thibodeaux taking a breather.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Thibodeaux avoids it.#BC#
Thibodeaux pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A punch combination from Thibodeaux misses.
Thibodeaux misses with a low kick as Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski jumps back.
Thibodeaux steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Thibodeaux checks a low kick from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Thibodeaux throws a hook but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski blocks it.#T2#
Thibodeaux misses with an uppercut.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski slips a jab and a cross from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski scores with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski ducks under a wild hook from Thibodeaux.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a hook but Thibodeaux blocks it.
Thibodeaux displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Thibodeaux throws a jab but it's blocked by Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Thibodeaux takes a swing at Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski's ribcage but misses.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski connects with an inside leg kick.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski misses with a low kick. #T3#
Thibodeaux scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Thibodeaux looks to throw the jab but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski is out of range.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws out a counter right but Thibodeaux avoids it with no problem.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski checks a low kick from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux sets himself, and Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski steps forward looking for the clinch! Thibodeaux avoids it this time.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Thibodeaux ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves away.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Thibodeaux moves out of range of the leg kick from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Thibodeaux swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Thibodeaux throws a body shot but no joy.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski scores with a nice strike.
Thibodeaux throws a body punch but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves out of range.
Jab from Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski connects with a crisp jab.
Thibodeaux jabs at Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski's body.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thibodeaux throws a low kick but Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski moves out of range easily.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski digs a good hook to Thibodeaux's body.
Thibodeaux swats away the attempt to clinch by Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Thibodeaux feints a jab promting Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski to slip. Thibodeaux then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a leg kick but Thibodeaux checks it.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski throws a leg kick which misses Thibodeaux's front leg but catches the back leg as Thibodeaux tries to avoid it.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thibodeaux.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski ducks under a wild hook from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux misses with an uppercut
and Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski looks to land a left hand but Thibodeaux moved out of range nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fran Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fran Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski!
A relieved looking Fran Stalinovskovichdaviddivitchski 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: C367: Dorado vs Monkey II
Date: Dec 01, 2024

#R1#
Valerio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Lima drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB#
Valerio has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Lima doesn't defend quickly enough and Valerio has managed to lock this one up! Can Lima escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Valerio on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ernesto Valerio!

Event: C367: Dorado vs Monkey II
Date: Dec 01, 2024

#R1#
Krakowski throws a lazy right hand but Kross sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Krakowski ducks under a wild hook from Kross.
Krakowski swinging wildly here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kross.
Kross scores with a spinning back kick!
Krakowski throws an overhand right that lands on Kross's shoulder, as Kross tries to avoid the shot.
Kross swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Krakowski throws a body punch but Kross moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Kross misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Kross has knocked Krakowski down with a huge combo! Kross steps away and waves a wobbly Krakowski back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Krakowski is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Bernard Krakowski has been cut.
Kross 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Krakowski misses with a lunging right hand
and Kross counters with a crisp right that sends Krakowski to the canvas! Kross follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kullo Kross!
A victorious Kullo Kross thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: UCF 89: Boytsov v Butcher
Date: Nov 30, 2024

#R1#
Madden has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Bond.
Bond throws a sloppy head kick and Madden moves out of range easily.
Nice sprawl there from Bond as Madden shoots in.#TD2#
Madden scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Madden looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Bond is defending against the submission attempts here by Madden.
Madden is taking a breather. Bond says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Bond actively working from the bottom here.
Madden controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bond trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bond desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T1#
Madden tries to pass to full mount but Bond defends it.
Bond is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Madden content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
It looks like Madden might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Bond is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Madden slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Madden is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Bond!
Bond is trying to escape the mount.
Bond is working hard here to advance position.
Madden takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bond really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Madden looking to control but Bond is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bond looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Madden controlling the pace for now.
Madden looking to control but Bond is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Madden takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bond wants to hold on but Madden pushes him away.
Madden controlling the pace for now.
Madden tries to control but Bond wriggling away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bond tries to lock up and control but Madden gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bond is squirming around, avoiding Madden's attempts to control the action.
Bond sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Madden is looking to take a break and control but Bond is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Madden wants to pass to mount but Bond is defending the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Madden uses his free foot to push down on Bond's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Bond.
Bond is squirming around, avoiding Madden's attempts to control the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Reese Madden dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Bond throws a head kick that half lands.
Madden checks a low kick from Bond.#TD2#
Madden shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Bond's guard.
Bond keeping moving, preventing Madden from controlling successfully.
Madden sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bond's guard.
Bond is staying active underneath Madden, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Bond is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Madden pulls his head out easily.
Madden has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Bond looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Madden sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Bond is defending against the submission attempts here by Madden.
Bond is looking for a sweep. Madden is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Madden wants to work for an arm triangle but Bond is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Madden wants to take a breather but Bond is having none of it. #SUB2#
Madden is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bond sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Madden is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bond is just riding it out for now. Madden eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Madden trying to advance position but Bond counters by regaining guard. #SUB#
Bond has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Madden doesn't defend quickly enough and Bond has managed to lock this one up! Can Madden escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Bond on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Matt Bond!

Event: GAMMA#1116 Hawk v Kurt
Date: Nov 30, 2024

#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Hall. Those never looked like landing.
Hall ducks right into an uppercut from Thulani.
Hall dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hall takes a swing at Thulani's ribcage but misses.
Thulani clobbers Hall with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hall lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Hall looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hall steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thulani.
Hall missing with a left hand there. Thulani was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Thulani swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hall connects with the punch.
Hall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thulani moves away.
Thulani staying out of range there.
Thulani appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hall lands a jab to Thulani's midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thulani lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Hall and sends Thulani crashing to the mat! Hall follows him down to the mat - Thulani regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC#Thulani is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Mandlenkosi Thulani has been cut.
Thulani told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Hall thows a huge punch but Thulani dodges it nicely. #T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hall in particular looking to stall.
Hall winds up and cracks Thulani with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Thulani blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hall.
Hall not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Thulani wants to improve his position but Hall is controlling well.
Hall thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Hall thows a huge punch but Thulani dodges it nicely.
Hall is pressing down on Thulani's thigh, looking to free his foot. Thulani is holding on for now.
Hall thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Hall missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2#
Hall thows a huge punch but Thulani dodges it nicely.
Hall drops an elbow to the side of Thulani's head.
Hall is pressing down on Thulani's thigh, looking to free his foot. Thulani is holding on for now.
Hall is keen to just control but Thulani is a slippery customer.
Thulani taking some punishment here, with Hall in his half guard.
Thulani controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hall is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Thulani wants to control but Hall is having none of it.
Hall with a couple of short strikes.#T3#
Thulani is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hall with shots to the head and body - Thulani looks very uncomfortable down there.
Hall unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Thulani wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Hall celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jed Hall!
Jed Hall really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Hype Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

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