Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: The Island Season 11, 170 lbs, Round 1
Date: Oct 08, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lafayette throws a looping overhand right but Heats ducks down to avoid it.
Lafayette looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lafayette misses with a two punch combination.
Good exchange - Lafayette coming out on top.
A jab from Lafayette finds it's way through Heats's defenses.
Lafayette throws an overhand right that lands on Heats's shoulder, as Heats tries to avoid the shot.
Heats seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Lafayette drives through and clinches with Heats against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lafayette.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lafayette lands a hook that snaps the head of Heats backwards.
Lafayette softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lafayette lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Heats backwards. #T1#
Lafayette gets through Heats's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Heats is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lafayette to keep the fight standing.
Lafayette lands with a left to the head.
Lafayette lands with a left to the head.
Lafayette misses with a hook to the ribs.
Heats is trying to pull guard but Lafayette turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Lafayette works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Heats's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lafayette lands a shoulder strike.
Lafayette lands a right hand that snaps the head of Heats backwards.
Heats tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lafayette just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gilbert Heats. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lafayette scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
Lafayette works on Heats's body with a couple of short punches.
Lafayette lands with a right 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!
Lafayette lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Heats backwards.
Lafayette lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Heats backwards.
Heats's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lafayette lands a nice shot to the body.
Heats blocks a body shot from Lafayette.
Lafayette throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lafayette lands with a light punch inside.
Lafayette lands a left hand.
Lafayette lands a right hand that snaps the head of Heats backwards. #T3#
Lafayette lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lafayette tries to work over Heats's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice left hand lands by Lafayette.
Lafayette lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lafayette lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Heats backwards.
Lafayette lands a hook that snaps the head of Heats backwards.
Lafayette lands a shoulder strike.
Lafayette lands a shoulder strike.
Lafayette digs a right hand into Heats's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Heats's gas tank.
Lafayette lands an uppercut.
Lafayette lands with a left to the head. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lafayette pushes Heats back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lafayette lands with a light punch inside.
Lafayette lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Heats.
Lafayette throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Heatss head.
Heats's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lafayette pushes Heats back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Lafayette - that landed with a thud.
Lafayette lands with a right to the head.
Lafayette softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lafayette softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lafayette throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rene Lafayette dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Lafayette moves into range and clinches up with Heats.
Lafayette presses Heats against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lafayette has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lafayette goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lafayette lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lafayette cracks Heats with a nice body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lafayette.
Lafayette lands an uppercut.
Lafayette digs a right hand into Heats's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Heats's gas tank.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left hand lands to the body for Lafayette.
Lafayette scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Lafayette. #T1#
Lafayette lands a body punch in the clinch.
Heats fails to pull guard.
Rene Lafayette seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Lafayette working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A hook to the body from Lafayette.
Lafayette presses Heats against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lafayette makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lafayette lands with a right to the head.
Heats jumps guard but Lafayette stands there with Heats around his waist. Heats gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lafayette lands a body shot.
Lafayette lands an uppercut.#T2#
Lafayette lands a nice uppercut.
Lafayette pushes Heats back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lafayette lands a body shot in the clinch.
Heats tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lafayette smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gilbert Heats. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Heats on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lafayette connects with a body shot.
Heats walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Donk. Lafayette catches Heats right on the button with a cross.#T3#
Lafayette scores with a jab to the body.
Lafayette connects with a crisp jab.
A lazy left from Lafayette finds it's target.
Heats walks into a jab.
Lafayette scores with a jab to the body.
Lafayette dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lafayette stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Heats walks into a stiff left hand from Lafayette.
Lafayette digs a good body shot into Heats's ribs.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lafayette throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Heats tries to counter by clinching up but Lafayette breaks away and moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Lafayette.
As Lafayette tries to get set, Heats tries to push him back and clinch up but Lafayette manages to avoid the attempt.
Lafayette swings for the body but Heats moves out of range. #CL2#
Heats tries to keep at a distance but Lafayette has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lafayette scores with a nice hook to the head.
Heats jumps guard but Lafayette stands there with Heats around his waist. Heats gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lafayette lands with a left to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rene Lafayette showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Lafayette clinches.
Lafayette lands a hook that snaps the head of Heats backwards.
Heats is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lafayette to keep the fight standing.
Lafayette lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lafayette works on Heats's body with a couple of short punches.
A shot in the inside from Lafayette.
Heats tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lafayette just stands there and leans against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lafayette scores with a hook to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Lafayette.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lafayette is leaning against Heats and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lafayette lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Lafayette lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Heats.
Heats is trying to pull guard but Lafayette turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gilbert Heats. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lafayette lands a right hand that snaps the head of Heats backwards.
Lafayette lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lafayette lands a body shot.
Lafayette scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lafayette stalling.
A nice left hand lands by Lafayette.
Lafayette makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Heats tries to pull guard but Lafayette forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Lafayette. #T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Lafayette.
Lafayette lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lafayette working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lafayette digs a right hand into Heats's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Heats's gas tank.
Heats takes a shot to the head.
Lafayette is leaning against Heats and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lafayette digs a right hand into Heats's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Heats's gas tank.
Lafayette scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lafayette digs a right hand underneath Heats's ribcage. Heats let out a lung full of air as it connected.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lafayette. #T3#
Lafayette scores with a shoulder strike.
Lafayette gets through Heats's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lafayette lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short left from Lafayette.
Heats's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lafayette lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Heats or not.
A nice left hand lands by Lafayette.
Lafayette lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Heats or not.
Lafayette lands a left hand that snaps the head of Heats backwards.
Rene Lafayette is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lafayette pushes Heats back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Lafayette softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lafayette lands a hook that snaps the head of Heats backwards.
Lafayette lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Heats tries to pull guard but Lafayette forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Heats tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lafayette smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Lafayette pushes Heats up against the cage in a clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rene Lafayette comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lafayette 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight for Rene Lafayette!
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight for Rene Lafayette!
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight for Rene Lafayette!

Rene Lafayette wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Rene Lafayette rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: ROCK FC 4
Date: Oct 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Mendoza chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Benedetti can pounce on him.
Benedetti cracks a nice hook into Mendoza's ribs.
Benedetti throws a leg kick which misses Mendoza's front leg but catches the back leg as Mendoza tries to avoid it.
Benedetti lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Benedetti connects with a high kick. #CUT#It looks like Chad Mendoza has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benedetti looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Benedetti throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Mendoza decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Benedetti's guard.#T1#
Mendoza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Benedetti is keeping the position for now.
Mendoza throwing strikes from guard but Benedetti blocks nicely.
Mendoza stopping the sweep attempt from Benedetti.
Mendoza forces his way into half guard.
Mendoza is trying to control the action in half guard but Benedetti is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Mendoza throwing shots but Benedetti is blocking nicely.
Mendoza not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Mendoza throwing shots but Benedetti is blocking nicely.
Benedetti is pressing down on Mendoza's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Benedetti is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Benedetti controls Mendoza momentarily but Mendoza frees himself. #T2#
Mendoza postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Benedetti pulls Mendoza in close to prevent any damage.
Benedetti keeping moving, preventing Mendoza from controlling successfully.
My spies in London MMA Club inform me that Mendoza has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Benedetti controlling the position.
Mendoza working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Benedetti not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Mendoza cracks Benedetti with a solid left hand.
Mendoza has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Mendoza throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Benedetti works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mendoza drops back looking for a leg! Benedetti is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Benedetti manages to kick Mendoza off! Mendoza jumps back into Benedetti's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Benedetti is trying to control the position but Mendoza postures up. #T3#
Mendoza wants to pass the guard but Benedetti is keeping the position.
Benedetti tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mendoza postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Mendoza trying to control the position from guard on top but Benedetti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Benedetti has Mendoza pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Benedetti lands a head kick! #T4#
Benedetti paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Benedetti clobbers Mendoza with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Benedetti fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mendoza tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mendoza stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Benedetti.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rafael Benedetti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Chad Mendoza's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Benedetti fakes the leg kick and cracks Mendoza in the body.
Benedetti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mendoza can do to turn this around?
Benedetti paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Benedetti throws a front kick that sends Mendoza stumbling back into the cage.
Benedetti connects with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benedetti uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mendoza has time to react.
Rafael Benedetti is winning the standup battle so far.
Benedetti fakes the leg kick and cracks Mendoza in the body. #T1#
Mendoza sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Benedetti dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mendoza. That did some damage!
Benedetti lands a high kick!
Benedetti throws a shot to the body.
Benedetti scores with a kick to the body. #T2#
Mendoza stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Benedetti.
Benedetti takes a swing at Mendoza's ribcage but misses.
Mendoza changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Benedetti throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Benedetti lands with a hook. Mendoza tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Benedetti throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #T3#
Benedetti throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Good exchange - Benedetti coming out on top.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Benedetti.
Mendoza takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Benedetti throws a sloppy head kick and Mendoza moves out of range easily.
Mendoza tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T4#
Benedetti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Benedetti lands a body shot.
Jab by Benedetti.
A head kick misses from Benedetti.
Benedetti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mendoza.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rafael Benedetti dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Chad Mendoza's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Benedetti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mendoza moves away.
Benedetti seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Benedetti just misses with a punch to the body.
Mendoza with the counter takedown but Benedetti avoids it easily.
A solid body kick from Benedetti.
Chad Mendoza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mendoza on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping body kick lands there for Benedetti.
Benedetti fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mendoza has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Mendoza crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Benedetti - the referee stops the clock and Mendoza gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Benedetti. Mendoza manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Benedetti lands a leg kick that knocks Mendoza off balance momentarily.
Mendoza has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Benedetti.
Benedetti throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Benedetti lands a head kick! #T2#
Benedetti bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mendoza's head.
Benedetti lands a head kick!
Benedetti throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T3#
Benedetti lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Benedetti ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Benedetti throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rafael Benedetti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mendoza with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Benedetti to score with a decent uppercut.
Mendoza moves out of range of the body kick from Benedetti.
Mendoza changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T4#
Benedetti connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
An inside leg kick lands from Benedetti.
Benedetti connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#That has opened up Chad Mendoza's cut even more.
Benedetti buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Benedetti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rafael Benedetti showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Benedetti, 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 30:25
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:25
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rafael Benedetti!
Our winner, Rafael Benedetti, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Empire: XVI
Date: Oct 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Emelianenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Emelianenko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Emelianenko is trying to defend but Magomedov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Magomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Magomedov tries to pass to full mount but Emelianenko defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov working Emelianenko over with strikes.
Magomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Magomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Emelianenko tries to kick Magomedov off but Magomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Magomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Magomedov lands strikes from half guard.
Magomedov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Emelianenko tries to kick Magomedov off but Magomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magomedov has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Viking Bizorkers in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Magomedov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Emelianenko.#TD#
Emelianenko gets caught napping as Magomedov dives in and scores a takedown. Emelianenko manages to retain guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Emelianenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Magomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Emelianenko is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Emelianenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Emelianenko's guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Emelianenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov stops Emelianenko from standing up. #T4#
Emelianenko keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Emelianenko is looking to stand up but Magomedov isn't so interested in that idea.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov throws a strike but Emelianenko rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khalabib Magomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD2#
and Emelianenko counters with a takedown into side control.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet but Emelianenko is dominant here and he's now got Magomedov's back!
Emelianenko biding his time, controlling Magomedov.
Magomedov is trying to get back to his feet but Emelianenko has full control of the position and if anything, Magomedov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Emelianenko is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Khalabib Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Magomedov is trying to get back to his feet but Emelianenko has full control of the position and if anything, Magomedov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Emelianenko can do to turn this around?
Emelianenko controls the action.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Magomedov trying to get back to his feet but Emelianenko is in full control for now.
Emelianenko controlling from the back.
Magomedov is trying to get back to his feet but Emelianenko has full control of the position and if anything, Magomedov has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T3#
Emelianenko is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Magomedov is trying to stand back up.
Emelianenko biding his time, looking for the opening. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Magomedov is trying to stand back up.
Emelianenko keeps control of the position easily here as Magomedov tries to buck him off.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khalabib Emelianenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
A combination from Magomedov does no damage.
Emelianenko with the counter takedown but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Emelianenko stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Emelianenko wants it to stay on the feet.
And Emelianenko tries to counter it with a takedown but Magomedov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nice takedown defense from Emelianenko. No joy for Magomedov on that attempt. #TD#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Emelianenko is trying to defend but Magomedov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES2#
Emelianenko kicks Magomedov off and gets back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Emelianenko tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khalabib Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Emelianenko defends it nicely.
Emelianenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Magomedov defends it well.
Magomedov misses with a takedown #TD2#
and Emelianenko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Magomedov!
Emelianenko takes a little break here. Magomedov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Magomedov is looking to get back to his feet here but Emelianenko is keeping cool and he's managed to take Magomedov's back.#T2#
Magomedov is trying to stand back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Magomedov trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Emelianenko trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Magomedov doesn't escape.
Magomedov wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Emelianenko controlling the position well here. Magomedov rolled but Emelianenko kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Khalabib Emelianenko comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Emelianenko 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khalabib Emelianenko!
Khalabib Emelianenko took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Translator: I have a lot of respect for Patrick Star, we had a great fight and I wish him all the best.'.

Event: Empire: XIII
Date: Sep 12, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Warren throws a hook to the side of Rue's head but Rue sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rue tries to counter with a takedown but Warren is quick to defend against it.
Warren throws a nice looking combination but Rue bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Warren misses with the combination.
Rue attempts a counter takedown but Warren avoids it well and moves away.
Ben Warren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Warren lands a right hook to the body.
Warren looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rue tries to counter with a takedown but Warren is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Warren misses with a series of wild punches.
Rue drops down looking for a counter takedown but Warren sprawls and moves away.
Rue takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T1#
Decent striking displayed by Warren there.
Warren falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
so Rue counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Rue wants to control from the top but Warren keeps moving.
Rue really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Rue stays in close to Warren's body and controls the position.
Rue trying to control the position from guard on top but Warren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Warren is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Rue is controlling him.
Rue advances to half guard. #T2#
Rue wants to pass to mount but Warren is defending the position.
Rue passes the guard and advances to mount!
Rue tries to control but Warren wriggling away. #SUB#
Rue swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Warren is now in Rue's guard. A big mistake from Rue there, giving up the dominant position!
Warren must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Rue controlling the position.
Warren wanted to stand there but Rue had control of the position. #T3#
My spies in PEAK MMA Fight Club inform me that Warren has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rue wants to sweep here but Warren controlling him for the moment.
Warren trying to stand up but can't free himself from Rue's guard.
Rue will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Rue looking for a sweep. Not yet Rue, not yet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Warren misses with a few strikes there.
Warren tries to bum rush Rue with a series of wild strikes but Rue uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Warren looks to land a combination but Rue avoids it well.
Good work by Rue as he checks the leg kick.
Rue appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Warren tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Warren misses with a looping right.
Some wild striking there from Warren.
Rue drops down looking for a counter takedown but Warren sprawls and moves away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Warren throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Rue counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rue.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ben Warren 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#
Warren bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rue's head backwards.
Warren tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Warren throws a series of punches but Rue avoids them all with ease.
Rue tries to counter with a takedown but Warren is quick to defend against it.
A big right from Warren misses.
Rue half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Warren misses with a wild combination.
Rue half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Warren has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Warren throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Rue counters with a shoot takedown. Warren fights it but they end up in guard. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Warren manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Warren wants to get back to striking at distance but Rue won't allow it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rue. #TD#
Rue pulls guard effortlessly.
Rue 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##T1#
Rue stops Warren from getting back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Warren has one foot on Rue's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Warren misses with a double jab.
Rue tries to counter with a takedown but Warren is quick to defend against it.
A combination from Warren does no damage.
Rue drops down looking for a counter takedown but Warren sprawls and moves away.
Warren misses with a combination #TD#
and Rue counters with a shoot takedown. Warren fights it but they end up in guard.
Rue wants to control from the top but Warren keeps moving.
Rue is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Warren is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T2#
Rue stays in close to Warren's body and controls the position.
Rue pushes down on Warren's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rue looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Rue is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Warren is just riding it out for now. Rue eventually gives up the hold.
Rue trying to control the action but Warren is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Rue is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Rue is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Rue is trying to work for a kimura but Warren is defending well.
Maurice Rue overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#ES2#
Warren manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Rue keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T4##BC2#
Warren breaks from the clinch.
Warren misses with a two punch combination.
Rue drops down looking for a counter takedown but Warren sprawls and moves away.
Warren loads up on a big right hand but Rue slips the punch.
Rue changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Warren throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rue changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Warren throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rue.
Rue changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Warren scores with a leg kick.
Warren swinging wildly here.
Warren lands with a nice body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ben Warren showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Warren throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Warren lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rue circles away quickly and effectively.
Rue attempts a counter takedown but Warren avoids it well and moves away.
Warren lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Warren feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rues jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Warren will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rue drops down looking for a counter takedown but Warren sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rue uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Warren.
Ben Warren seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Warren misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Rue counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Warren is defending against the submission attempts here by Rue.
Rue trying to control the action but Warren is working from the bottom. #T1#
Warren is trying to stand back up but Rue is controlling him
Rue takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Rue seems to be working for a kimura but Warren defends the submission attempt.
Warren is trying to stand back up but Rue is controlling him #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rue wants to pass the guard but Warren is defending well.
Warren wants to get back to his feet.
Rue wants to pass the guard but Warren is defending well.
Rue stops Warren from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ben Warren is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Warren misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Rue counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rue. #SUB#
Rue drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Warren dives on top into guard.#REVB##SU2#
Rue is working an open guard so Warren takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
A combination from Warren does no damage. #T3#
Donk. Warren catches Rue right on the button with a cross.
Warren throws a series of punches but Rue avoids them all with ease.
Rue changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Warren throws a combination that misses #TD#
so Rue counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Warren takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rue pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Warren is keeping the position for now.
Warren wants to stand up but Rue is controlling him.
Rue trying to control the position from guard on top but Warren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Rue passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Rue thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #ES2#
Warren bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Rue moves away from the strike by Warren.
Rue displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Warren throws out the jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ben Warren comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Warren 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ben Warren!
Ben Warren seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Maurice Rue stepped up to the mic, saying 'Mad respect for Buster, we had a good fight and I wish him all the best. I would also like to thank my fans for always being with me regardless of the outcome.'.

Event: ROCK FC 1
Date: Sep 12, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling eachother endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Mendoza doesn't manage to clinch there - Sigurdsson circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sigurdsson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#It looks like Chad Mendoza has been cut.
Sigurdsson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mendoza moves away.#T1#
Sigurdsson's corner calls for a 1-2. Sigurdsson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've been hearing reports that Sigurdsson has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD2#
Mendoza drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Mendoza content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Mendoza wants to control from the top but Sigurdsson keeps moving.
Mendoza controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2##SUB2#
Mendoza thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Mendoza is in close to Sigurdsson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Mendoza tries to free his leg and advance position but Sigurdsson is retaining full guard.
Mendoza showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Sigurdsson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Mendoza is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Mendoza sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Mendoza works over Sigurdsson with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Mendoza missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mendoza accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mendoza passes Sigurdsson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mendoza missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sigurdsson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mendoza on the ground.
Mendoza slips a nice elbow through Sigurdsson's hands, connecting with Sigurdsson's forehead.#SUB2#
Mendoza maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Sigurdsson could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Mendoza has cracked it and Sigurdsson is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Mendoza!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Chad Mendoza!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nurmagomedov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mendoza's head.
Nurmagomedov 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.
No joy there for Nurmagomedov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nurmagomedov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mendoza drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Nurmagomedov defends it well.
Islam Nurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A combination from Nurmagomedov does no damage.
Mendoza with the counter takedown but Nurmagomedov avoids it easily.
Nurmagomedov scores with a punch to the head.
Nurmagomedov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov throws a series of punches but Mendoza moves out of range.
Mendoza changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nurmagomedov looks to land a combination but Mendoza avoids it well.
Mendoza is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mendoza shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Nurmagomedov lands a glancing blow to the side of Mendoza's head.
Mendoza has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mendoza there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mendoza has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mendoza there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nurmagomedov misses with an uppercut.
Mendoza tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nurmagomedov misses with a double jab.
Mendoza with the counter takedown but Nurmagomedov avoids it easily.
Nurmagomedov throws a series of punches but Mendoza avoids them all with ease.
Mendoza with the counter takedown but Nurmagomedov avoids it easily.
Nurmagomedov works Mendoza's body with a nice hook.#T2#
Mendoza dodges the punch combination from Nurmagomedov.
Mendoza with the counter takedown but Nurmagomedov avoids it easily.
Nurmagomedov misses with a wild combination.
Mendoza changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nurmagomedov throws a combination. Mendoza tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagomedov throws a good cross that connects. #T3#
Nurmagomedov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nurmagomedov looks to land a combination but Mendoza avoids it well.
Nurmagomedov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mendoza.
Nurmagomedov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nurmagomedov throws a right and a left that Mendoza avoids nicely.
Mendoza is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nurmagomedov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nurmagomedov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
and Mendoza counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T4#
Mendoza lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Mendoza trying to control but Nurmagomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mendoza thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Mendoza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nurmagomedov is keeping the position for now.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mendoza is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Mendoza wants to control from the top but Nurmagomedov keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Islam Nurmagomedov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nurmagomedov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
The fighters circling - Nurmagomedov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mendoza feints the counter takedown.
A slow jab from Nurmagomedov misses its intended target.
Nurmagomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov misses with the combination. #T1#
Nurmagomedov misses with a double jab.
Nurmagomedov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Mendoza on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nurmagomedov throws a series of punches but Mendoza moves out of range.
Nurmagomedov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mendoza moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mendoza is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nurmagomedov tries to bum rush Mendoza with a series of wild strikes but Mendoza uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
And Mendoza tries to counter it with a takedown but Nurmagomedov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nurmagomedov swinging wildly here. #T2#
Nurmagomedov throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Mendoza counters with a nice double leg into side control. Nurmagomedov won't be happy with that.
Nurmagomedov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mendoza on the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Mendoza is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nurmagomedov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mendoza in side control, throwing shots but Nurmagomedov defends.
Nurmagomedov being controlled for a moment.
Mendoza is putting a hurting on Nurmagomedov here, landing some big shots from side control. #T3#
Nurmagomedov is not content to let Mendoza control the position. #SUB2#
Mendoza is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nurmagomedov has escaped the position, nice work there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
An elbow from Mendoza crashes against the mat.
Mendoza trying to control the position but Nurmagomedov is working away.
Mendoza throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Mendoza in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Mendoza has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nurmagomedov is not content to let Mendoza control the position. #T4#
Mendoza happy to just control the position for now.
Mendoza wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nurmagomedov keeps working.
My spies in London MMA Club inform me that Mendoza has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nurmagomedov tries to escape but Mendoza is in control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Islam Nurmagomedov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Nurmagomedov lands with a nice body punch.
Nurmagomedov throws a right and a left that both miss.
And Mendoza tries to counter it with a takedown but Nurmagomedov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sloppy strikes from Nurmagomedov. Those never looked like landing.
Nurmagomedov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nurmagomedov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Nurmagomedov looks to land a combination. Mendoza sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov throws a hook but Mendoza blocks it.
Mendoza is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nurmagomedov throws a nice looking combination but Mendoza bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Mendoza feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Mendoza is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Nurmagomedov looks to land a combination but Mendoza avoids it well.
Mendoza with the counter takedown but Nurmagomedov avoids it easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nurmagomedov, as that shot connected.
Nurmagomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Mendoza is just out of range.
Mendoza with the counter takedown but Nurmagomedov avoids it easily.
Islam Nurmagomedov is winning the standup battle so far.
Nurmagomedov throws a series of punches but Mendoza moves out of range.
Mendoza changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nurmagomedov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mendoza. #T2#
Nurmagomedov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nurmagomedov throws a right and a left that Mendoza avoids nicely.
Mendoza feints the counter takedown.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A left and a right from Nurmagomedov both land. Nice combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov misses with a two punch combination.
Mendoza slips a jab from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov tries to bum rush Mendoza with a series of wild strikes but Mendoza uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mendoza changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mendoza avoids the body shot from Nurmagomedov.
Mendoza feints the counter takedown.#T3#
Nurmagomedov lands a jab-cross combination.
Nurmagomedov misses with a combination #TD2#
so Mendoza counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Mendoza engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Nurmagomedov keeping moving, preventing Mendoza from controlling successfully.
Mendoza postures up and lands a big shot to Nurmagomedov's brow. #T4#
Mendoza passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Mendoza trying to control the position but Nurmagomedov is working away.
Nurmagomedov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Mendoza trying to control the action but Nurmagomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mendoza looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mendoza cracks Nurmagomedov with an elbow. That is naaassty.

And that's the end of the fight!
Islam Nurmagomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nurmagomedov, 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Islam Nurmagomedov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Heats sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Sloppy strikes from Looter. Those never looked like landing.
Looter goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Looter fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Heats.
Looter misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Heats dodges the punch combination from Looter.
Heats is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Looter.
Looter is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Heats.
Heats tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Looter manages to circle out of the way.
Looter lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Looter throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Heats.
Looter throws a solid leg kick but Heats takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Looter.
Heats seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Crunch! Looter slams his shin into Heats's torso.#T1#
Heats walks into a jab.
Looter loads up on a big right hand but Heats slips the punch.
Heats is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Looter.
Looter throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Heats tries to counter by clinching up but Looter breaks away and moves out of range.
Heats is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Looter.
Looter fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Heats wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Looter misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Heats is looking to counter the offense by Looter and move into the clinch.
Looter throws a hook but Heats blocks it.
Martin Looter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Heats takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Heats checks a low kick from Looter.#T2#
Looter misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Looter looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Heats tries to counter by clinching up but Looter breaks away and moves out of range.
Looter has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Heats is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Heats moves out of range as Looter strikes.
Looter looks for the body kick but Heats saw that one coming.
Heats tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Looter manages to circle out of the way.
A jab from Looter misses.
Heats seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Heats uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Looter.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Looter fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Heats is out of range.
Looter lets loose with a powerful body kick. Heats will feel that in the morning.
Looter ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Looter looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T3#
Heats avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Looter throws a right and a left that Heats avoids nicely.
Looter throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Looter thumps Heats with a low kick.
Looter throws a body punch but Heats moves out of range.
Heats wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A low kick lands for Looter.
Heats slips a jab from Looter.
Heats seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Heats takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Looter punishes Heats's body with a nice straight punch.
Looter throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Heats. #T4#
Heats takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Looter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Heats was well out of range. Poor timing from Looter.
Heats tries to counter by clinching up but Looter breaks away and moves out of range.
Looter looks to land a left hand but Heats moved out of range nicely.
Heats is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Looter.
Looter throws a leg kick but Heats sees it coming and checks it nicely.
As Looter tries to get set, Heats tries to push him back and clinch up but Looter manages to avoid the attempt.
Looter scores with a nice head shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Looter throws a right and a left that both miss.
Looter cracks Heats with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Looter throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Heats counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Heats pushing down on Looter's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Martin Looter 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#
Looter throws the kick towards the body but Heats avoids it.
Looter is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Gilbert Heats is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Looter tried to score with a low kick but Heats checks it.
Looter misses with a looping left.
Looter lands with a straight right. Heats didn't see that one coming.
Looter swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Heats wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Looter pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Martin Looter seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Looter lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Heats circles away quickly and effectively.
Heats tries to counter by clinching up but Looter breaks away and moves out of range.
Heats avoids the body shot from Looter.
Heats tries to counter by clinching up but Looter breaks away and moves out of range.
Looter throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Heats tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Looter manages to circle out of the way.#T1#
Heats moves out of range of the strikes.
Looter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Heats was well out of range. Poor timing from Looter.
Looter scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Looter just misses with a punch to the body.
Looter throws a leg kick which misses Heats's front leg but catches the back leg as Heats tries to avoid it.
Looter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Looter moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A low kick lands for Looter.
Looter throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Looter misses with a jab, cross combination.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T2#
Nice uppercut lands for Looter. That snapped Heats's head back.
Looter throws the left hand but Heats avoids the punch easily.
As Looter tries to get set, Heats tries to push him back and clinch up but Looter manages to avoid the attempt.
Heats doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A chopping leg kick lands by Looter.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Looter.
Looter lands with a kick to the temple. Heats shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Looter looks to score with a jab to the body but Heats is just out of range.
Heats wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Looter lands a leg kick that knocks Heats off balance momentarily.
Looter tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Looter paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Looter throws a good cross that connects.
Looter throws a left and a right that both miss #CL#
and Heats counters by clinching up.
Heats jumps guard but Looter stands there with Heats around his waist. Heats gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC2#
Looter pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Looter uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Looter scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Looter tries a head kick but it misses.
Heats wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A swing and a miss from Looter.#T4#
Heats moves away from the strike by Looter.
Heats moves out of range of the body kick from Looter.
Looter misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Looter gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Heats has Looter pressed against the cage, preventing Looter from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A frustrated look appears on Looter's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Looter is trying to break free.
Heats fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Heats jumps guard but Looter stands there with Heats around his waist. Heats gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Martin Looter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Heats avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Looter lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Heats moves out of range of the leg kick from Looter.
Looter misses with a looping right.
Heats wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Looter misses with a low kick.
Heats tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Looter manages to circle out of the way.
Looter throws a leg kick but Heats sees it coming and moves out of range.
Heats tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Looter manages to circle out of the way.
Looter chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Looter waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Heats.
A low kick from Looter is predictable there #TD#
and Heats counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Looter!
Looter is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Looter really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Heats. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1##SUB#
Heats is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Looter is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Heats thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Heats goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Looter rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Heats's guard! Nice work there by Looter!
Heats trying to control the position here.
Heats looking to hit a scissor sweep but Looter is one step ahead there.
Heats trying to keep a closed guard but Looter is proving a slippery customer. #T2##SUB#
Heats is looking to cinch up a triangle. Looter throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Heats's body to avoid the submission. Heats has instead reached around Looter's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Heats arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gilbert Heats!

Event: Ash Pres: Lindgren vs. Rizzo
Date: Aug 17, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Magomedsharipov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mendoza did well to prevent Magomedsharipov getting side control.
Mendoza is looking to improve his position.
Mendoza taking some punishment here, with Magomedsharipov in his half guard.
Mendoza manages to get to full guard.
Magomedsharipov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mendoza. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Mendoza has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Magomedsharipov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Mendoza lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Mendoza prevents Magomedsharipov from getting back to his feet.
Magomedsharipov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Magomedsharipov is looking to stand up but Mendoza isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Mendoza pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedsharipov is keeping the position for now.
Mendoza trying to control but Magomedsharipov is working from the bottom.
Magomedsharipov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mendoza is controlling him.
Magomedsharipov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mendoza.
Mendoza lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Mendoza's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Mendoza slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Mendoza trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedsharipov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mendoza working some strikes from top position.
Mendoza prevents Magomedsharipov from getting back to his feet.
Mendoza chips away with some ground and pound.#T2#
Mendoza keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Magomedsharipov's head.
Mendoza chips away with some ground and pound.
Mendoza stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedsharipov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magomedsharipov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mendoza is controlling him.
Mendoza lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Mendoza landing with the ground and pound.
Mendoza stops Magomedsharipov from standing up.
Mendoza lands a couple of elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mendoza prevents Magomedsharipov from getting back to his feet.
Mendoza tries to free his leg and advance position but Magomedsharipov is retaining full guard.
Mendoza trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Magomedsharipov wants to stand up but Mendoza is controlling him. #T3#
Magomedsharipov looks winded!
Mendoza trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedsharipov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mendoza 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.
Mendoza slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Mendoza content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Mendoza trying to control but Magomedsharipov is working from the bottom.
Magomedsharipov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mendoza controls the pace.
Mendoza chips away with some ground and pound.
Magomedsharipov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mendoza is controlling him.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedsharipov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Mendoza distracts Magomedsharipov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4#
Mendoza lands a couple of digs.
Magomedsharipov keeping moving, preventing Mendoza from controlling successfully.
Mendoza chips away with some ground and pound.
Mendoza wants to control from the top but Magomedsharipov keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mendoza scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Mendoza trying to control but Magomedsharipov is working from the bottom.
Magomedsharipov wants to stand up but Mendoza is controlling him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Mendoza's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Mendoza is pushing down on Magomedsharipov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Magomedsharipov is fighting to maintain full guard but Mendoza has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Mendoza wants to work for an arm triangle but Magomedsharipov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Mendoza seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chad Mendoza dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Magomedsharipov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Magomedsharipov connects with a nice short shot to Mendoza's temple.
The fighters are battling for position here. Mendoza manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Mendoza is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendoza is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Mendoza is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chad Mendoza overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Mendoza working a defensive guard here.
Mendoza looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Magomedsharipov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Mendoza is looking to cinch up a triangle. Magomedsharipov throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Mendoza's body to avoid the submission. Mendoza has instead reached around Magomedsharipov's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Mendoza arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Chad Mendoza!

Event: Trash boys 12
Date: Aug 12, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Verdum looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Adosanya instigates a clinch. #TD#
Verdum gets control of Adosanya's arms and successfully pulls guard. Verdum will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Verdum tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Verdum working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Adosanya doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Adosanya manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Verdum looking to hit a scissor sweep but Adosanya is one step ahead there.
Adosanya really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Verdum. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Verdum had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Adosanya defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verdum controls Adosanya momentarily but Adosanya frees himself. #T1#
Verdum wants to sweep but no luck.
Adosanya is looking to stand up but Verdum won't let him. #SUB#
Verdum looking for subs off his back but Adosanya has passed one foot through into half guard.
Verdum is trying to maintain the position but Adosanya is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Adosanya wants to stand up but Verdum is controlling the position. #SU2#
Adosanya decides to stand and escape the position. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Adosanya doesn't manage to clinch there - Verdum circles away.
Verdum shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Adosanya but Adosanya pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Verdum shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fabreze Verdum. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Adosanya moves into the clinch.
Verdum is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Adosanya gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Verdum changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Adosanya fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Verdum shoots in for a double leg but Adosanya sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Palestine Adosanya is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Verdum is breathing heavily.
Adosanya wants to clinch.
Verdum looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Adosanya drives through and clinches with Verdum against the cage.
Adosanya lands an elbow inside.
Adosanya lands a right hand that snaps the head of Verdum backwards.
Adosanya scores with a shot to the side of Verdum's head. #T3#
Adosanya lands a damaging elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Adosanya creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Adosanya just misses with a elbow thrown towards Verdum's brow.
Adosanya lands a left hand that snaps the head of Verdum backwards.
Adosanya lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Verdum jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Adosanya walks away with a smile on his face. Verdum gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Adosanya throws a nice head kick!
Verdum is trying hard to land a takedown here. Adosanya sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL2#
Adosanya rushes Verdum and presses him up against the cage.
A short right from Adosanya.
Adosanya lands a damaging elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Adosanya comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Adosanya.
Adosanya lands an elbow that stopped Verdum in his tracks for a moment.
Adosanya comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A short left from Adosanya.
Nice elbow from Adosanya.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Adosanya.
Adosanya pushes Verdum back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Verdum takes an elbow to the forehead.
Verdum tries for a takedown. No joy.
Adosanya is leaning against Verdum and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Adosanya lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#It looks like Fabreze Verdum has been cut.
Adosanya lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Adosanya lands an elbow just above Verdum 's eye.
Adosanya lands a nice uppercut.
Adosanya lands with a short shot to the head.
Adosanya putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Verdum in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Adosanya lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Adosanya scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Adosanya pushes Verdum back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Verdum takes an elbow to the forehead.
Adosanya lands with a right to the head. #ROC2#Verdum is rocked!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Adosanya.
Oh Verdum is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Adosanya lands with a short shot to the head.
Adosanya creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Verdum with a big uppercut! Verdum tries to clinch up but Adosanya pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Verdum to the mat! Verdum covers up and Adosanya unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Palestine Adosanya!
A relieved looking Palestine Adosanya 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: Trash Boys 11
Date: Aug 05, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Lesnor gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Zuma stops Lesnor from standing up.
Zuma controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lesnor is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Zuma is controlling him.
Zuma forces his way into half guard.
Zuma prevents Lesnor from improving his position.
Zuma passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Lesnor!
Zuma moves to the back.
Zuma is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lesnor is trying to get back to his feet but Zuma has full control of the position and if anything, Lesnor has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Zuma controlling from the back.
Let's hope that Zuma has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
It looks like Zuma 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.#T1##SUB2#
Zuma is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Lesnor has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Zuma has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Lesnor taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Zuma doesn't care though - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Monte Zuma!
Monte Zuma is the new heavyweight champion!
Monte Zuma decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 05, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Turner misses with a straight left.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Turner scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Turner scoring with punches from side control. #SU2#
Turner decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Turner misses with the combination.
Junior Turner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turner rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Heats moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Turner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Heats was well out of range. Poor timing from Turner.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heats takes a jab right on the kisser.
Turner fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Heats manages to avoid it.
Turner fails to land with a series of punches. #T1#
Heats slips under a jab.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Turner digs a good body shot into Heats's ribs.
Heats uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turner.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Turner swings for the body but Heats moves out of range.
Heats tries to counter with a takedown but Turner is quick to defend against it.
Turner ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Heats moves away.
Heats drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turner sprawls and moves away.
Heats on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Heats slips a jab from Turner.
Heats keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Turner lands a slapping body shot. #T2#
Turner throws a nice looking combination but Heats bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Turner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Heats was well out of range. Poor timing from Turner.
Heats tries to counter with a takedown but Turner is quick to defend against it.
Nice shot lands for Turner.
Turner throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Heats appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Turner misses with a body shot.
Heats ducks under a wild hook from Turner.
Turner misses with a wild body shot.
Heats takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Heats keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Turner.#T3#
Turner catches Heats with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Turner misses with a body shot.
Turner throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Heats attempts a counter takedown but Turner avoids it well and moves away.
Turner digs a good hook to Heats's body.
Turner misses with a hook. Heats ducked under it nicely.
Heats drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turner sprawls and moves away.
Turner throws a right and a left that Heats avoids nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Turner. Heats does a little dance to reset his feet.
Heats appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Turner throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Heats tries to counter with a takedown but Turner is quick to defend against it.#T4#
Turner misses with a few strikes there.
Heats drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turner sprawls and moves away.
A jab lands there for Turner.
Turner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Heats.
Heats feinted with a counter takedown.
Turner swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Turner misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters circling - Turner throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Turner throws a jab when Heats was well out of range.
Heats attempts a counter takedown but Turner avoids it well and moves away.
Turner shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Heats eats them both and turns towards Turner to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Turner throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Junior Turner dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Danga de danga de dang - Turner scores with a four punch combination!
Turner lands with a nice body punch.
Turner jabs Heats to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Turner throws a right and a left that both miss.
Heats feinted with a counter takedown.
Turner is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Heats rather than just go for the knockout.
Heats keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Turner.
Turner lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turner swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Heats appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
The crowd cheers as Turner lands an impressive looking overhand right. Heats doesn't seem phased though.
Turner throws a body punch but Heats moves out of range.
Heats tries to counter with a takedown but Turner is quick to defend against it.#T1#
A nice combination there by Turner.
Heats on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Turner. Heats does a little dance to reset his feet.
Turner uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Heats takes one on the button.
Turner throws a right hand that Heats ducks under and follows up with a left that Heats also avoids with ease.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Turner looks to score with a jab to the body but Heats is just out of range.
Turner throws a series of punches but Heats avoids them all with ease.
Turner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Heats.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T2#
Turner misses the shot to the body.
We've been informed that Turner has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Turner with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Turner fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Heats manages to avoid it.
Heats half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turner scores with a punch to the head.
Turner throws the left hand but Heats avoids the punch easily.
Heats appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Turner fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Heats manages to avoid it.
Turner swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Turner misses with an uppercut. Heats saw that one coming.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Turner misses the jab.
Heats half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
Turner feints a jab promting Heats to slip. Turner then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Heats slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Heats avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Heats takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Turner throws a lazy right hand but Heats sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Turner misses the shot to the body.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Turner!
Gilbert Heats is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Turner misses with a body shot.
Junior Turner seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Turner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Heats.
Heats feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
Turner misses with an uppercut. Heats saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Turner. Heats does a little dance to reset his feet.
Turner throws a good cross that connects.
Heats avoids the body shot from Turner.
Turner throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Heats feinted with a counter takedown.
Turner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Heats was well out of range. Poor timing from Turner.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Turner throws a jab when Heats was well out of range.
Turner misses with a hook.
Turner just misses with a punch to the body.
Heats attempts a counter takedown but Turner avoids it well and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Junior Turner showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Turner bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Heats's head backwards.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Heats. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
A big right from Turner misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Turner. Heats does a little dance to reset his feet.
Heats appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Turner has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Turner misses the shot to the body.
Heats avoids the body shot from Turner.
Heats uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turner.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turner looks to throw the jab but Heats is out of range.
Heats half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Turner jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Turner takes a swing at Heats's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Heats takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Heats blocks a jab.
Turner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Heats was well out of range. Poor timing from Turner.
Heats appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Heats takes a jab right on the kisser.
Turner rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Heats moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Heats changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Heats uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Turner.
Heats drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turner sprawls and moves away.
Turner lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Turner throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Heats.
Heats feinted with a counter takedown.
Turner misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Turner tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Heats was well out of range. Poor timing from Turner.
Turner throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Heats feinted with a counter takedown.
Heats takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Turner connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Turner ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Turner jabs at Heats's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Heats takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Turner looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Heats feinted with a counter takedown.#T3#
A punch combination from Turner misses.
Turner throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Heats slips under a jab.
Heats drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turner sprawls and moves away.
Turner misses the shot to the body.
Turner looks to score with a jab to the body but Heats is just out of range.
Turner throws a body shot but no joy.
Turner just misses with a punch to the body.
A slow jab from Turner misses its intended target.
Turner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Heats. #T4#
Turner scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Turner swinging wildly here.
Heats tries to counter with a takedown but Turner is quick to defend against it.
Heats uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turner.
Turner thows a left - swing and a miss!
Turner throws a hook but Heats blocks it.
Heats tries to counter with a takedown but Turner is quick to defend against it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Turner gets the takedown into side control.
Turner takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Heats manages to get back to half guard.
Gilbert Heats has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Junior Turner is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Heats is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turner pulls his head out easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Junior Turner comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Turner 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 Bart Greer scores the fight 24:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 24:30
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Junior Turner!
Our winner, Junior Turner, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Trash boys 9
Date: Jul 29, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Emelianenko takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Star throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Emelianenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Star wants to get back to his feet but Emelianenko passes into half guard. #REVB#
Star wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Well, if Emelianenko is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Star tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Emelianenko keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Star manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Star escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Emelianenko gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Star throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've been hearing good reports from Emelianenko's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Emelianenko advances position into side control!#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
You can see the frustration on Star's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Star is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Star is looking for a sweep.
Emelianenko controls the position from side control.
Star looking for a sweep but Emelianenko has passed into full mount! Oh no!#T3#
Emelianenko controlling the pace for now.
Star working to try and regain half guard.
Emelianenko tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Star is looking to get to half guard.
Star is still trying to improve position.
Emelianenko sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Star wants to hold on but Emelianenko pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khalabib Emelianenko 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##CL2#
Star instigates a clinch.
Emelianenko prevents the takedown attempt.
Star has had enough of the clinch but Emelianenko keeps him there for the moment.
Star fails to pull guard.
Emelianenko keeps control of Star as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD#
Emelianenko works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Star looking for subs off his back but Emelianenko has passed one foot through into half guard.
Emelianenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Star can do to turn this around?
Emelianenko takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Star is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Emelianenko jumps into side control!#T1#
Emelianenko controls the position.
Star tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Star throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Emelianenko controlling his opponent.
Star is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Star's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Emelianenko controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Star is desperately trying to improve his position but Emelianenko has a good base and remains in mount.
Emelianenko controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Star keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Emelianenko sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Star keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khalabib Emelianenko dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Star misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Emelianenko counters with a takedown into side control.
Star being controlled for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Star tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Emelianenko is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Star's shoulder. That is not cool.
Star is trying to get back to half guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Star throws a shot to the body. #CL2#
Star has taken the fight to the clinch.
Star's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD#
Emelianenko has hold of one of Star's legs. Star is fighting the takedown attempt but Emelianenko gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Star looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Emelianenko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Star is keeping the position for now.
Emelianenko content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Star wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Emelianenko is now in half guard.
Emelianenko stalling.
Star tries to get to full guard but Emelianenko has control of the leg.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Emelianenko slows the pace down in half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Khalabib Emelianenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Emelianenko tries to keep at a distance but Star has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Emelianenko wants the takedown. Star is fighting it off but Emelianenko persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Star's guard against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Star can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Emelianenko controls the pace.#SUB2#
Star has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Emelianenko can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khalabib Emelianenko clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Star misses with a combination #TD#
so Emelianenko counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Emelianenko is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Emelianenko seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Star for as long as he can get away with.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Star is looking to sweep but instead, Emelianenko has passed into half guard.
Star trying to control here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Star misses with a combination #TD#
and Emelianenko counters with a shoot takedown. Star fights it but they end up in guard.
Emelianenko engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Star not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Emelianenko has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Star isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Emelianenko stacks Star on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Emelianenko!
Star tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Emelianenko has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Star's body. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Star trying to get back to his feet but Emelianenko is in full control for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Emelianenko keeps control of the position as Star tries to break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Khalabib Emelianenko had his way with Patrick Star in 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Star misses with a combination #TD#
and Emelianenko counters with a shoot takedown. Star fights it but they end up in guard.
Emelianenko won't allow Star to get back to his feet.
Emelianenko content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Star is looking for a triangle but Emelianenko pushes his legs off easily. #T1#
Emelianenko slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Star wants to stand but Emelianenko is controlling the position.
Emelianenko is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#CL2#
Star moves into the clinch.
Emelianenko lands a hook that snaps the head of Star backwards.
Emelianenko lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Star's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD#
Emelianenko lands a takedown into guard.
Emelianenko is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Emelianenko tries to free his leg and advance position but Star is retaining full guard.
Emelianenko engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3##SUB2#
Star throws his legs up looking for a submission but Emelianenko uses it to pass to side control.
Star is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
The referee asks Emelianenko politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Emelianenko prefers to stall for the moment though.
Emelianenko continues to stall.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Emelianenko's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Star tries to score a power double leg takedown but Emelianenko sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Star somewhat.
Star fails with the takedown#TD#
and Emelianenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Star is looking for a triangle here but Emelianenko uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Khalabib Emelianenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Emelianenko, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 50:45
Judge Josh West scores the fight 50:45
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khalabib Emelianenko!
Khalabib Emelianenko retains his lightweight title!
Post fight, Khalabib Emelianenko stared into the camera and said 'Translator: I have a lot of respect for Patrick Star, we had a great fight and I wish him all the best.'.

Event: Trash boys 9
Date: Jul 29, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hymen wants to clinch but Rue slips to the side#TD2#
and Rue counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hymen tries to kick Rue off but Rue keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Rue wants to free his trapped foot but Hymen is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hymen knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Rue on the ground.
Rue trying to control the action but Hymen is working from the bottom.
My spies in Clone's gym inform me that Rue has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rue might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hymen haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Rue trying to advance position but Hymen counters by regaining guard.
Rue trying to control the position from guard on top but Hymen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hymen wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Rue pushes down on Hymen 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Rue prevents Hymen from standing back up.
Hymen is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Hymen is defending against the submission attempts here by Rue.
Hymen wants to get back to full guard but Rue has passed into side control.
Rue wants to control but Hymen is keeping him busy.
Hymen wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.#T2#
Rue wants to control but Hymen is keeping him busy.
Rue advances nicely into full mount. #SUB2#
Rue is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Hymen to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Hymen shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Rue throws some shoulder strikes here and then postures up. Oh, he's gone for an armbar! Hymen has his hands clasped together but Rue breaks the hold and Hymen is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over! That was lightning fast by Rue!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Maurice Rue!

Event: Trash boys 9
Date: Jul 29, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Peennice throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Adosanya.
Peennice misses with a double jab.
Peennice will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sloppy strikes from Peennice. Those never looked like landing.
Peennice misses with a two punch combination.
Peennice fails to land with a series of punches.
Peennice sets himself, and Adosanya steps forward looking for the clinch! Peennice avoids it this time.
Adosanya avoids a punch combination nicely.
Peennice swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Peennice has Adosanya up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Peennice breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Adosanya clinches up with Peennice and pushes him back against the cage.#T1##BC#
Peennice breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
No joy there for Peennice, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Peennice lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Adosanya circles away quickly and effectively.
Peennice tries to bum rush Adosanya with a series of wild strikes but Adosanya uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Adosanya is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Peennice went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Peennice looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Peennice fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Peennice throws a right and a left that both miss.
Peennice circles away from the clinch attempt.
Peennice misses with a series of wild punches. #CL2#
Adosanya forces Peennice back against the cage and clinches.
A frustrated look appears on Peennice's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Adosanya lands a body shot. #T2#
Adosanya lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Peennice is looking to break free of the clinch but Adosanya has double underhooks.
Peennice blocks an uppercut.
Adosanya throws a head punch that misses.
Adosanya swings wildly with an uppercut but Peennice uses good head movement to avoid it.
Adosanya throws a head punch that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Adosanya landing knees to the body.
Peennice is breathing heavily.
Adosanya throws a punch but it's blocked by Peennice.
Adosanya misses with a punch on the inside.
Adosanya swings wildly with an uppercut but Peennice uses good head movement to avoid it.
Adosanya lands a left hand that snaps the head of Peennice backwards.
Good body shot from Adosanya.
Adosanya misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Adosanya.
Adosanya lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
Peennice blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Peennice tries to break the clinch but Adosanya is controlling the position.
Adosanya lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Adosanya lands a left hand that snaps the head of Peennice backwards.
Adosanya's coach down at Clone's gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Adosanya's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
A short left from Adosanya.
Peennice blocks a body shot from Adosanya.
Adosanya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Peennice working hard to break the clinch.
Adosanya unloads a knee to the mid-section. Peennice lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Adosanya tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Adosanya putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Peennice in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Good body shot from Adosanya.
Adosanya lands a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Adosanya.
Adosanya lands a nice uppercut.
Adosanya misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Adosanya makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T4#
Adosanya misses with a punch on the inside.
Adosanya putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Peennice in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Adosanya pushes Peennice back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Adosanya misses with a hook from the clinch.
Adosanya misses with a punch to the body.
Knees to the body from Adosanya.
A nice right hand lands inside from Adosanya.
Still in the clinch, Adosanya scores with a nice short uppercut.
Adosanya makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Peennice blocks an uppercut.
Adosanya misses with a punch on the inside.
Peennice looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Adosanya lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Adosanya lands a hook to the side of the head.
Adosanya misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Adosanya fails to land.
Adosanya scores with a nice hook to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Palestine Adosanya dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Peennice misses with a series of wild punches.
Adosanya tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Adosanya clinches up with Peennice and pushes him back against the cage.
Peennice is trying to force a seperation but Adosanya has the dominant position.
Adosanya working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Adosanya misses with a short punch on the inside.
Peennice wants to break the clinch but can't.
Adosanya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Peennice can't break the clinch.
Adosanya keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Peennice's efforts to push away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adosanya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Adosanya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Adosanya throws a punch but it's blocked by Peennice.
Peennice blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A frustrated look appears on Peennice's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1#
Adosanya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Peennice is trying to break the clinch but Adosanya has him pressed against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Adosanya.
Adosanya tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Peennice can't break the clinch.
Adosanya scores with a shoulder strike.
Peennice blocks an uppercut.
Adosanya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Peennice is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Adosanya prevents Peennice from breaking the clinch.
Peennice blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Adosanya tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Adosanya scores with a nice hook to the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Adosanya misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Adosanya.
Adosanya working aggressively here.
Adosanya fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Peennice blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Adosanya.
Peennice blocks an uppercut.
Adosanya misses with a short punch on the inside.
Peennice tries to break free but Adosanya pushes him back against the cage.
Adosanya misses with the head strike.
Adosanya throws a punch but it's blocked by Peennice.
Adosanya throws a head punch that misses.
Peennice tries to break free but Adosanya pushes him back against the cage.
Adosanya misses with some punches.
Adosanya digs a right hand into Peennice's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Peennice's gas tank.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Peennice is defending well for now.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Adosanya keeps control of Peennice as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Adosanya has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Adosanya lands a right hand.
Adosanya swings wildly with an uppercut but Peennice uses good head movement to avoid it.
Palestine Adosanya seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Adosanya prevents Peennice from breaking the clinch.#T3#
Adosanya has a couple of punches blocked by Peennice.
Adosanya lands with a light punch inside.
Adosanya pushes Peennice back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Adosanya scores with a nice short uppercut.
Adosanya has a couple of punches blocked by Peennice.
Adosanya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Adosanya creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Adosanya misses with a short punch on the inside.
Adosanya lands a hook that snaps the head of Peennice backwards.
Peennice blocking some punches.
Peennice prevents a body shot from Adosanya.
Adosanya misses with a hook from the clinch.
Peennice blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Adosanya in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Adosanya tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Peennice blocking some punches. #T4#
Adosanya working aggressively here.
Peennice wants to get back to striking at distance but Adosanya won't allow it.
Adosanya misses with the head strike.
Peennice looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Peennice is trying to force a seperation but Adosanya has the dominant position.
Adosanya lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Adosanya misses with a short punch on the inside.
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!
Adosanya lands an uppercut.
Adosanya working aggressively here.
Peennice is trying to break the clinch but Adosanya is controlling him.
Still in the clinch, Adosanya scores with a nice short uppercut.
Adosanya struggles to land a body shot inside as Peennice controls his hands.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Adosanya.
Adosanya lands a left hand that snaps the head of Peennice backwards. #BC#
Peennice escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Adosanya gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Palestine Adosanya showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Peennice throws a right hand that Adosanya ducks under and follows up with a left that Adosanya also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Adosanya forces Peennice back against the cage and clinches.
Adosanya lands a left hand that snaps the head of Peennice backwards.
Still in the clinch, Adosanya scores with a nice short uppercut.
Adosanya has Peennice pressed against the cage, preventing Peennice from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Adosanya goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Adosanya.
Peennice blocks a body shot from Adosanya.
Adosanya has Peennice pressed against the cage, preventing Peennice from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Peennice has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A shot in the inside from Adosanya.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adosanya lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Peennice backwards. #ROC2#Peennice is rocked!
Adosanya misses with a hook from the clinch.
Oh Peennice is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Adosanya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Peennice seems to have got his legs back now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Adosanya misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Adosanya.
Adosanya swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Adosanya misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Adosanya.
Peennice working hard to break the clinch.
Peennice is trying to force a seperation but Adosanya has the dominant position.
Peennice looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Adosanya swings wildly with an uppercut but Peennice uses good head movement to avoid it.
Peennice wants to get back to striking at distance but Adosanya won't allow it.
Adosanya lands a right hand that snaps the head of Peennice backwards.
Peennice takes a knee to the side of the body.
Adosanya tries to work over Peennice's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Adosanya misses with the head strike.
Adosanya throws a punch but it's blocked by Peennice.
Adosanya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Peennice.
Adosanya working aggressively here. #T2#
Adosanya misses with some punches.
Peennice blocking some punches.
Adosanya throws a head punch that misses.
Peennice blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Adosanya misses with the head strike.
Adosanya lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Peennice backwards.
Adosanya keeps control of Peennice as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Adosanya swings wildly with an uppercut but Peennice uses good head movement to avoid it.
Adosanya swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Adosanya working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Adosanya crunches a lovely knee into Peennice's ribcage.
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!
Adosanya misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Peennice.
Adosanya misses with some punches.
Peennice prevents a body shot from Adosanya. #T3#
Peennice tries to break free but Adosanya pushes him back against the cage.
Adosanya struggles to land a body shot inside as Peennice controls his hands.
Adosanya utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Adosanya.
Adosanya lands with a short shot to the head.
Adosanya lands with a light punch inside.
Adosanya lands a body shot.
Peennice blocks an uppercut.
Peennice tries to circle away but Adosanya has him pinned against the cage.
Adosanya lands a right hand that snaps the head of Peennice backwards.
Adosanya lands a shoulder strike.
Peennice wants to break the clinch but can't.
Adosanya crunches a lovely knee into Peennice's ribcage.
Peennice blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Adosanya swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Peennice.
A frustrated look appears on Peennice's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Peennice can't break the clinch.
Adosanya lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Peennice backwards.
Adosanya working aggressively here.
Adosanya has Peennice pressed against the cage, preventing Peennice from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Adosanya fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Peennice on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Adosanya lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Peennice blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Adosanya has a couple of punches blocked by Peennice.
Adosanya misses with the head strike.
Peennice blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Adosanya keeps control of Peennice as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Yuge Peennice has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Palestine Adosanya is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A left hand lands to the body for Adosanya.

And that's the end of the fight!
Palestine Adosanya comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Adosanya 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 25:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 25:30
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Palestine Adosanya!
Post fight, Palestine Adosanya stared into the camera and said 'Mad respect for Yuge, we had a good fight and I wish him all the best. I would also like to thank my fans for always being with me regardless of the outcome.'.

Event: Trash Boys 8
Date: Jul 22, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Guy gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Rue tries for a takedown but Guy manages to get underhooks.
Rue lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Guy backwards. #BC#
Guy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Guy's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Guy duly obliges.
Rue avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rue feints the counter takedown.
Rue is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Guy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rue circles away quickly and effectively.
Guy swinging wildly here.
Guy throws a series of punches but Rue moves out of range.
Rue drops his hands momentarily and Guy takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A combination from Guy does no damage.
Rue drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Guy defends it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rue bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A combination from Guy does no damage. #T1##CL#
Guy takes the fight into the clinch.
Guy wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Rue looking for a takedown.
Guy wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Guy gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rue.
Sick Guy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maurice Rue.
Guy tries to circle away but Rue has him pinned against the cage.
Guy has had enough of the clinch but Rue keeps him there for the moment.
Rue is trying to drag Guy to the mat but Guy just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Rue is looking for a takedown.
Rue is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD2#
Guy is fighting off a takedown attempt but Rue is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Guy to the mat. Guy regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Guy manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Rue has Guy pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Guy manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Rue looks winded!#T2#
Rue tries for a takedown. No joy.
Rue drops down looking for an ankle pick but Guy pulls his leg out and moves away.
Guy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And Rue tries to counter it with a takedown but Guy pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#KD#
Guy drops Rue with a beautiful combination! Rue stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Guy is looking for the KO!#ROC#Rue is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Maurice Rue has been cut.
Guy misses with a two punch combination.
Rue feints the counter takedown.
BOOM! Guy lands a beautiful left hook that drops Rue. Rue tries to recover but Guy is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Rue lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sick Guy!
Sick Guy retains his light heavyweight title!
Sick Guy decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Trash Boys 7
Date: Jul 19, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Bitch moves into range and clinches up with Lesnor.
Lesnor misses with a knee to the head.
Bitch is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lesnor is defending well.
Lesnor working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bitch drops down looking for an ankle pick but Lesnor pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL#
Bitch closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bitch has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Lesnor after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bummy Bitch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitch wants a takedown.
Lesnor lands with a left to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Bummy Bitch has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitch blocks an elbow strike from Lesnor.
Lesnor is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Bitch lands a takedown into guard.
Bitch wants to control from the top but Lesnor keeps moving. #T1#
Bitch stops Lesnor from standing up.
Bitch is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#ES2#
Lesnor has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Bitch off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T2#
Lesnor defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bitch.
Lesnor wants to counter the offense by Bitch and move into the clinch position.
Bitch pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bitch misses with a takedown attempt - Lesnor sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lesnor is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bitch misses with a body kick.
Lesnor is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL#
Bitch closes the distance and clinches.
Lesnor throws a punch but it's blocked by Bitch.
Bitch goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lesnor prevents it.
Lesnor throws an elbow but it misses. #T3#
Lesnor scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lesnor gets through Bitch's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Lesnor prevents a takedown attempt there.
Lesnor working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bitch is breathing heavily.
Lesnor lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bitch backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bitch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bitch.
Bitch wants a takedown but no success here.
Bitch blocks an elbow strike from Lesnor.
Lesnor lands a left hand.
Bitch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lesnor creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bitch's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lesnor gets through Bitch's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lesnor lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bitch backwards.
Lesnor prevents the takedown attempt. #T4#
Bitch goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lesnor prevents it.
Lesnor lands an uppercut.
Lesnor lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lesnor misses with a knee to the head.
Lesnor scores with a shot to the side of Bitch's head.
Lesnor lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bitch backwards.
A short left from Lesnor.
Lesnor pushes Bitch back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lesnor lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bitch backwards.
Lesnor lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bitch backwards.
Bitch avoids a wild elbow strike from Lesnor.
Lesnor lands with a short shot to the head.
Lesnor lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bitch has Lesnor pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Lesnor manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Lesnor lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Lesnor. #ROC2#Bitch is rocked!#CUT2#Bummy Bitch's cut is getting worse.
Lesnor throws a head punch that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brick Lesnor dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bummy Bitch's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bitch fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lesnor tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lesnor stuffs the takedown.#CL#
Bitch moves into the clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A short right from Lesnor.
Bitch drops down looking for an ankle pick but Lesnor pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bummy Bitch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bitch misses with a head kick.
Lesnor tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bitch fails with the takedown.#T1#
Bitch closes the distance and clinches up with Lesnor, looking for a takedown. Bitch pushes Lesnor against the cage but Lesnor circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lesnor wants to counter the offense by Bitch and move into the clinch position.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lesnor lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bitch backwards.
Lesnor scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bitch changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Lesnor fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL#
Bitch clinches up against the cage.
Lesnor scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Lesnor.
A short right from Lesnor on the inside. #T2#
Lesnor lands with a short head shot on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lesnor creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lesnor lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Oh Bitch is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A nice glancing elbow lands by Lesnor. #CUT2#Bummy Bitch's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Lesnor lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Bitch to his knees! Lesnor keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brick Lesnor! Brick Lesnor retains his heavyweight title!
In defeat, Bummy Bitch stepped up to the mic, saying 'Gay ass mf coudlnt do that again '.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 15, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Lok looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Heats is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lok works over Heats with some ground and pound from guard.
Lok slips nicely into half guard.
Lok will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Lok is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Heats defends it well.
Heats is looking for a sweep. Lok is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Heats is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lok pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lok seems to be looking for submissions.
Lok thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Heats's head.
Heats avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lok.
Lok knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Heats on the ground.#T1##SUB#
Lok is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Heats defends it well.
Heats tries to get to full guard but Lok has control of the leg.
Heats regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Heats is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Lok has his hands clasped together but Heats extends and breaks Lok's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Heats.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gilbert Heats!

Event: Trash Boys 6
Date: Jul 11, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Adosanya clinches with his opponent.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Adosanya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Henderson.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Henderson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Henderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Henderson avoiding damage as Adosanya throws knees to the body.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
Henderson avoiding damage as Adosanya throws knees to the body.
Adosanya's coach down at Clone's gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Adosanya's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Henderson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Henderson takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body. #T1#
Henderson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Henderson stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Adosanya missing with knees to the body.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Henderson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Henderson is trying to pull guard but Adosanya turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Henderson avoiding damage as Adosanya throws knees to the body.
Henderson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Adosanya landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.#T2#
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
Adosanya looks winded!
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
Henderson avoiding damage as Adosanya throws knees to the body.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
Adosanya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Henderson.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Henderson avoiding damage as Adosanya throws knees to the body.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Henderson takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Henderson trying to control the position but instead, Adosanya has worked for underhooks and has pushed Henderson into the cage.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.#T3#
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
Henderson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Henderson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Henderson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Adosanya missing with knees to the body.
Henderson is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Henderson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Adosanya pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nathan Henderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Henderson rushes Adosanya and presses him up against the cage.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Henderson wants a takedown but no success here. #T4#
Adosanya stops a takedown attempt from Henderson.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Adosanya landing knees to the body.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Henderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Henderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Henderson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Adosanya after a bit of a struggle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Palestine Adosanya 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##CL2#
Adosanya closes the distance and clinches.
Henderson avoiding damage as Adosanya throws knees to the body.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Henderson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Palestine Adosanya seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Henderson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adosanya missing with knees to the body.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
Adosanya is breathing heavily.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Adosanya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Henderson. #T1#
Adosanya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Henderson.
Henderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #TD#
Henderson jumps guard.
Adosanya prevents Henderson from getting back to his feet. #ES#
Henderson is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T2#
Adosanya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Henderson.
Henderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Henderson goes for a takedown attempt but Adosanya pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL#
Adosanya tries to keep at a distance but Henderson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.#T3#
Henderson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Henderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #TD#
Henderson pulls guard effortlessly.
Henderson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Adosanya has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Henderson wants to get back to his feet but Adosanya passes into half guard.
Henderson wants to get back to his feet. #SU2#
Adosanya decides to return to a standing position. #CL#
Henderson rushes Adosanya and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T4#
Adosanya utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Adosanya missing with knees to the body.
Henderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Henderson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Adosanya just stands there and leans against the cage.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Henderson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Henderson goes for a takedown attempt but Adosanya pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Palestine Adosanya showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Henderson gets tackled into the cage by Adosanya. Adosanya maintains the clinch.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Henderson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Adosanya unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
Knees to the body from Adosanya.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adosanya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Henderson.
Adosanya missing with knees to the body.
Adosanya crunches a lovely knee into Henderson's ribcage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body. #T1#
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Henderson can't get the takedown.
Henderson avoiding damage as Adosanya throws knees to the body.
Henderson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Henderson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Henderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Adosanya stops a takedown attempt from Henderson.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body. #T2#
Henderson jumps guard but Adosanya stands there with Henderson around his waist. Henderson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nathan Henderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Henderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Henderson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Adosanya misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Henderson. #TD#
Henderson pulls Adosanya into guard.
Henderson wants to stand and escape but Adosanya is having none of it. #SU2#
Adosanya gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #CL#
Henderson clinches.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.#T3#
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Adosanya prevents the takedown attempt.
Henderson looking to slow down the pace here.
Henderson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Adosanya is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Henderson is defending well for now.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body.
Henderson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Henderson managing to block the knees to the body from Adosanya.
Adosanya trying to land knees to the body. #T4#
Adosanya tries to land knees in the clinch but Henderson avoids the damage to the body.
Henderson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Adosanya crunches a lovely knee into Henderson's ribcage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Henderson is looking to control Adosanya's arms but Adosanya gets an underhook and turns him. Now Henderson has his back to the cage.
Adosanya missing with knees to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Henderson - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Adosanya tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Henderson avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Henderson is trying to maintain a safe position but Adosanya gets an underhook and turns Henderson into the cage.
Henderson goes for a takedown attempt but Adosanya pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Palestine Adosanya is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#CL#
Henderson clinches with his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Palestine Adosanya comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Adosanya 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Palestine Adosanya!
As Palestine Adosanya got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Mad respect for Nathan, we had a good fight and I wish him all the best. I would also like to thank my fans for always being with me regardless of the outcome.'.

Event: Trash Boys 6
Date: Jul 11, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rat.
Emelianenko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Rat throws a push kick but Emelianenko slaps the foot to one side.
Rat misses with a straight right.
Emelianenko feinted with a counter takedown.
Rat lunges at Emelianenko with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Emelianenko's hand.
Emelianenko has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Clone's gym in the buildup to the fight.
Rat throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Rat misses with a head kick.
Emelianenko half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Emelianenko takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rat lands a high kick!
Emelianenko takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Rat plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T1#
Rat looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Emelianenko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Mac Rat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rat throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Some wild striking there from Rat.
Emelianenko half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rat pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Emelianenko half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Emelianenko crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rat - the referee stops the clock and Emelianenko gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rat. Emelianenko manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Rat is looking to land body kicks.
Emelianenko drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rat sprawls and moves away.
Rat throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Emelianenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T2#
Emelianenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Rat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Emelianenko working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Emelianenko works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Emelianenko trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Rat looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rat trying to hold on to Emelianenko's head to control him but Emelianenko postures up.
Emelianenko perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3#
Rat is looking to improve his position.
Emelianenko working Rat over with strikes.
Rat gets back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Emelianenko sitting in guard here, content to control.
Emelianenko is in close to Rat's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Emelianenko showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Emelianenko has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Emelianenko passes Rat's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Emelianenko controlling the pace.
Emelianenko trying to control from half guard but Rat is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Emelianenko is controlling the pace.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mac Rat dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Rat scores with a push kick.
Rat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Emelianenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rat throws a wild body kick that Emelianenko sees coming a mile off.
Emelianenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rat scores with a nice strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Emelianenko moves out of range as Rat throws a body kick.
Rat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rat pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Rat tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rat throws a nice head kick!
Rat looks for the body kick but Emelianenko saw that one coming.
Rat pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rat bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Rat is looking to land body kicks.
Emelianenko tries to counter with a takedown but Rat is quick to defend against it.
Rat lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Rat misses with the body kick#TD#
and Emelianenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Emelianenko controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Emelianenko working some strikes from top position.
Emelianenko looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Emelianenko is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rat has an active guard here but Emelianenko has managed to pass into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Emelianenko working Rat over with strikes. #T3#
Emelianenko scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Rat is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nice strikes from Emelianenko there.
Rat is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Emelianenko scores with a couple of nice shots.
Emelianenko controlling the action here.
Emelianenko's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Emelianenko has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4#
Rat is looking to improve his position.
Emelianenko winds up and cracks Rat with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Emelianenko performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Emelianenko scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rat is looking to improve his position.
Rat won't allow Emelianenko to pass to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mac Rat will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Emelianenko moves out of range of the body kick from Rat.
Emelianenko tries to counter with a takedown but Rat is quick to defend against it.
Rat throws a big shot that misses.
Rat lands a front kick.
Rat is looking to land body kicks.
Emelianenko drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rat sprawls and moves away.
Rat throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Emelianenko.
Rat takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rat scores with a one two! Emelianenko had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Good shot there by Rat.
Rat misses the jab.
Emelianenko attempts a counter takedown but Rat avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Emelianenko dodges the punch combination from Rat.
Mac Rat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Emelianenko defending well as Rat loads up on a big left hand.
A head kick by Rat misses #TD#
and Emelianenko counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Emelianenko is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Emelianenko working Rat over with strikes.
Emelianenko lands with a punch from half guard.
Emelianenko content to control rather than advance. #T2#
Further stalling from Emelianenko.
Rat wants to get back to full guard.
Rat really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Emelianenko. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Rat is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Emelianenko scores with a couple of nice shots.
Emelianenko scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Rat on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #ROC#Rat is rocked!
Rat on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Rat is still in real trouble! Can Emelianenko finish him?
Emelianenko scores with a big shot! Rat's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Rat! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khalabib Emelianenko!
Khalabib Emelianenko retains his lightweight title!
An intense looking Khalabib Emelianenko took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Translator: I have a lot of respect for Mac Rat, we had a great fight and I wish him all the best.'.
The defeated Mac Rat had this to say: 'I CAME HERE!, I WANTED TO BLEED! HE WANTED TO WRESTLE!. ALEX, I DESERVE A REMATCH!'.

Event: Trash Boys 5
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rob lands with a shot to the body.
Rob falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Rue counters with a single leg into guard. Rob didn't expect that.
Rue advances to half guard.
Rob wants to improve his position but Rue is controlling well.
Rue wants to pass the guard but Rob is defending well.
Rue with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rob tries to roll over but Rue keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rue is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Rue really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Rue seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rob for as long as he can get away with.
Rue 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.#T1#
Rob trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Rue manages to pass to mount!
Rob is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB#
Rue is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Rob can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Rue controlling his opponent. #SUB#
Rue has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Rob is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Maurice Rue!
Healthy Rob was interviewed post fight and said 'Well, it's not like I really wanted to fight anyways. My opponent is racist so-.'.

Event: Trash Boys 4
Date: Jul 01, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Scampoli looks to land a combination but Lesnor avoids it well.
Scampoli misses with a double jab.
Scampoli misses with a series of wild punches.
Scampoli misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lesnor attempts a counter takedown but Scampoli avoids it well and moves away.
Scampoli falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Lesnor counters with a shoot takedown. Scampoli fights it but they end up in guard.
Scampoli is wriggling around but Lesnor manages to pass to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REVB#
We've been hearing good reports from Lesnor's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Lesnor keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Scampoli is trying to stand. #T1#
Lesnor controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scampoli is trying to stand back up but Lesnor is controlling him #SUB#
Lesnor seems to be working for a kimura but Scampoli defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lesnor working over Scampoli with some ground and pound. Scampoli looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Lesnor stops Scampoli from getting back to his feet.
Lesnor is taking a breather. Scampoli 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.
Lesnor uses his free foot to push down on Scampoli's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Scampoli.
Lesnor controlling his opponent. #T2#
Lesnor scoring with strikes but Scampoli is staying in there.
Scampoli is looking to get to half guard.
Scampoli looks winded!
Scampoli is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Lesnor landing shots from mount.
Lesnor controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Lesnor scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Lesnor takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Scampoli is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy. #T4#
Scampoli tries to hold on but Lesnor postures up.
Lesnor takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Lesnor's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brick Lesnor dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Scampoli throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Lesnor counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Scampoli!
Scampoli tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Lesnor avoids the attempt from Scampoli to control.
Lesnor looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lesnor is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Scampoli can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scampoli taking shots to the head. #T1#
Lesnor tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lesnor seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Scampoli for as long as he can get away with.
Scampoli trying desperately to get to his feet.
Lesnor controlling from mount.
We've been informed that Scampoli has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lesnor continues to stall.
Scampoli is working to get back to half guard.
Lesnor won't let Scampoli get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Scampoli is breathing heavily.#T3#
Lesnor putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Lesnor scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Scampoli?
Lesnor postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Scampoli looks a forlorn figure.
Lesnor controlling from the full mount.
Lesnor landing punches. #T4#
Scampoli is in a horrible position here. Lesnor smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Lesnor tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lesnor lands a couple of good shots and Scampoli has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Lesnor has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Scampoli's body.
Further stalling from Lesnor.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brick Lesnor dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Scampoli misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lesnor half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Scampoli throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Lesnor counters with a shoot takedown. Scampoli fights it but they end up in guard.
Lesnor is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Lesnor keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Scampoli's head.#SUB#
Lesnor thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lesnor showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Scampoli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Scampoli takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lesnor stands and throws Scampoli's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Scampoli seems a little lost for a moment, as Lesnor dominates the positioning.
Lesnor advances to full mount.
Lesnor controlling from the full mount. #T2#
Lesnor has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Lesnor looking for a guillotine from mount but Scampoli is having none of it.
Lesnor controlling the pace for now.
Lesnor has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Scampoli's face.
Lesnor has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Scampoli's face. #T3#
Lesnor tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lesnor punishing his opponent with strikes.
Lesnor controlling the pace for now.
Lesnor postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Scampoli looks a forlorn figure.
Lesnor controlling from mount. #T4#
Lesnor has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Scampoli's face.
Lesnor controlling from mount.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Lesnor.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scampoli tries to hold on but Lesnor postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brick Lesnor clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Lesnor blocks a low kick nicely.
Lesnor attempts a counter takedown but Scampoli avoids it well and moves away.
Lesnor walks forward, straight into a front kick from Scampoli.
Brick Lesnor is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Scampoli throws a sloppy head kick and Lesnor moves out of range easily.
Lesnor feinted with a counter takedown.
Scampoli looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lesnor half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Scampoli tries a head kick but it misses.
Lesnor tries to counter with a takedown but Scampoli is quick to defend against it.
A head kick by Scampoli misses #TD#
and Lesnor counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Lesnor with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scampoli is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T1#
Lesnor scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Lesnor slows the pace down in half guard.
Scampoli looks like he's trying to stand up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Lesnor controlling the action here.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Scampoli lands with a nice combination. Lesnor backs away looking to recover.
Scampoli misses with a series of wild punches.
Scampoli tries a head kick but it misses.
Scampoli misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lesnor half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Scampoli throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Lesnor counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Scampoli! #SUB#
Lesnor is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Scampoli knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
Lesnor cracks Scampoli with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Scampoli takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Lesnor working the body and head with strikes.
Lesnor scoring with punches and elbows.
Scampoli looks to move to half guard but instead Lesnor has passed into mount! Damn!
Lesnor content just to control the position here. #T4#
Scampoli taking shots to the head.
Lesnor tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The referee warns Scampoli that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brick Lesnor had his way with Christian Scampoli in that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Scampoli throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Lesnor counters with a takedown into side control.
Scampoli is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Lesnor lands some shots froms side control.
A lull in the action here.
Scampoli is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
More hug and hope from Lesnor.
Lesnor cracks Scampoli with a big right hand but Scampoli just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Lesnor controlling the position from side mount.
Lesnor cracks Scampoli with a big right hand but Scampoli just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Lesnor 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. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Scampoli tries to strike but it doesn't land. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Scampoli pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scampoli throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Lesnor counters with a nice double leg into side control. Scampoli won't be happy with that.
Scampoli bucks up and tries to throw Lesnor off but instead Lesnor has got his back!
Lesnor controlling the position well here. Scampoli rolled but Lesnor kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position. #T3#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Lesnor is stinking the place up with his stalling.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Scampoli trying to control the action but Lesnor just sinks the hooks in.
Can Scampoli hold on?! Lesnor is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Lesnor punches Scampoli on the ear.
Lesnor biding his time, controlling Scampoli.
Christian Scampoli has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Brick Lesnor is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Brick Lesnor showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lesnor, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 50:44
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 50:44
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 50:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brick Lesnor!
Brick Lesnor retains his heavyweight title!

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