Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 29, 2025

#R1#
Wheels fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD#
Magomedov gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Magomedov is working for a kimura but Wheels is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Wheels actively working from the bottom here.
Magomedov is trying to control. Wheels wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is just content to waste time from the top position. Wheels takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Wheels working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Magomedov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Magomedov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wheels swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Wheels keeps moving. #SUB2#
Wheels is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Wheels keeps moving. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Wheels working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Wheels looking for a guillotine here but Magomedov defends easily. #SUB#
Magomedov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Wheels manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Magomedov has Wheels in his guard.#REVB#
Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Wheels is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Wheels is aware though and is defending well.#T3##SUB#
Magomedov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Magomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magomedov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Magomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Wheels trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Wheels won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Wheels missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wheels is one step ahead there. #ES#
Magomedov pushes Wheels off and scrambles back to his feet. #TD#
Magomedov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Wheels looking for a guillotine here but Magomedov defends easily. #SUB#
Magomedov drops back looking for a leg! Wheels is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Wheels manages to kick Magomedov off! Magomedov jumps back into Wheels's guard.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Larry Wheels dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Wheels scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#TD#
Magomedov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Wheels is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Wheels manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Magomedov wants to work for an arm triangle but Wheels is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Wheels looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1##SUB2#
Wheels looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Magomedov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wheels is just riding it out for now. Magomedov eventually gives up the hold.
Wheels moves into full guard.
Wheels keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Magomedov has gone for a leg lock! Wheels slips out almost immediately though and dives into Magomedov's guard.#REVB##T2#
Magomedov wants to sweep here but Wheels controlling him for the moment.
Wheels trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Magomedov looking to control.
Wheels has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wheels postures up in Magomedov's guard and throws a big left but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magomedov looking to control but Wheels passes into half guard. #T3#
Magomedov trying to control here.
Magomedov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Magomedov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Wheels on the ground.
Magomedov is in trouble now - Wheels has advanced to mount!
Wheels in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Magomedov tries to lock up and control but Wheels gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov is desperately trying to improve his position but Wheels has a good base and remains in mount.
Wheels looking to ground and pound but Magomedov is blocking nicely.
Wheels looking to ground and pound but Magomedov is blocking nicely. #T4#
Magomedov holds on to Wheels as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Wheels avoids the attempt from Magomedov to control.
Wheels sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Wheels sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#SUB2#
Wheels has control of Magomedov's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Magomedov regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Magomedov wants to hold on but Wheels pushes him away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Wheels trying to control from half guard but Magomedov is working away.
Larry Wheels has got the better of the ground game so far.
Wheels not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Larry Wheels showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3##TD#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Wheels is trying to defend but Magomedov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
Magomedov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Wheels looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Magomedov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but Wheels defending well. #T1##SUB2#
Wheels looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Magomedov is working for a kimura but Wheels is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Wheels looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Wheels looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Wheels actively working from the bottom here.
Wheels takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Wheels looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Magomedov moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Wheels.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wheels has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Magomedov is trying to get an arm triangle but Wheels is defending well. #T3#
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Wheels is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The strikes coming from Magomedov are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB#
Magomedov is trying to get an arm triangle but Wheels is defending well. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wheels has escaped the position, nice work there.
Wheels tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Magomedov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Magomedov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Wheels is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Magomedov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Wheels is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wheels has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wheels gets back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gadzhi Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Wheels 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:29
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Larry Wheels!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 29, 2025

#R1#
Gallegos throws a right and a left that Fury avoids nicely.
Nice shot by Fury.
Fury tries to clinch but Gallegos moves out of range.
Gallegos is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Some wild striking there from Gallegos. #CL#
Fury clinches with his opponent.
Gallegos makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fury is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Gallegos is keeping busy.
Fury wants to stall.
Maybe Fury would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.
Fury lands with a light punch inside.
Fury can't break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fury is looking to control Gallegos's arms but Gallegos gets an underhook and turns him. Now Fury has his back to the cage.
Fury taking a breather.
Gallegos prevents Fury from breaking the clinch.
Gallegos throws a punch but it's blocked by Fury.
Fury blocks an uppercut.
Gallegos working aggressively here. #T1#
Fury is trying to break the clinch but Gallegos is controlling him.
Fury wants to break free but Gallegos has control.
A frustrated look appears on Fury's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Fury scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Fury. #BC2#
Gallegos's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gallegos tries to clinch up but Fury circles away and keeps his distance.
Fury throws a quick counter head kick but Gallegos was just out of range.#TD2#
Gallegos shoots in and bounces Fury off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Fury pushes a forearm under Gallegos's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Gallegos is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 26, 2025

#R1#
Chavan pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Hodge back to the cage. Chavan follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Chavan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Chavan scores with a head kick. Hodge tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
A nice inside leg kick there by Chavan. That's going to slow Hodge down.
Hodge shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Chavan as he avoids it easily.
Hodge tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Chavan swivels and escapes.
Chavan lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Chavan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Chavan lands a jab-cross combination.
Hodge changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Chavan tries to avoid it but Hodge manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Chavan to the ground. Chavan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Shubham Chavan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Slade Hodge.
Hodge looks for a takedown but Chavan sprawls well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hodge misses with a takedown attempt
and Chavan counters with a nice body shot.
Chavan throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CUT#It looks like Slade Hodge has been cut.
Hodge shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Chavan pinned against the cage. Chavan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1##CL2#
Hodge instigates a clinch.
Hodge is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Chavan gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC#
Chavan manages to break the clinch.
Hodge darts in looking for a takedown but Chavan gets double underhooks and turns Hodge into the cage.
Chavan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#TD2#
Hodge scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Hodge with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Let's hope that Hodge 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.#T2#
Hodge not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Hodge controlling the action here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Chavan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hodge fails to land the takedown.
Hodge on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#CL2#
Hodge has Chavan up against the cage in a clinch. #TD2#
Hodge is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Chavan can't fight it off and eventually Hodge manages to take the fight to the floor. Chavan looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T4#
Hodge is stalling in the full guard.
Chavan on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Chavan tries to get out of the position.#ES#
Chavan wriggles free and stands up.
Hodge walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Chavan checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Chavan thumps Hodge with a low kick.
Hodge tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hodge fails with a takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shubham Chavan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Slade Hodge's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Hodge looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
As Hodge tries to get set, Chavan tries to push him back and clinch up but Hodge manages to avoid the attempt.
Hodge has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
A left and a right from Chavan both land. Nice combination.
Chavan slaps away a takedown attempt from Hodge, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Chavan is looking for a counter combo.
Chavan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Shubham Chavan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Slade Hodge.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hodge dives in and grabs Chavan's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chavan pushes down on Hodge's head and hops out.#TD2#
Hodge closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Chavan quickly recovers to half guard.
Chavan knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hodge on the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hodge is pressing down on Chavan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Chavan is holding on for now.
Hodge is breathing heavily.
Hodge sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Chavan is refusing to be controlled, as Hodge sits in half guard.
Hodge content to control rather than advance.
Slade Hodge has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hodge is pressing down on Chavan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Chavan is holding on for now. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hodge is controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Chavan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hodge can do to turn this around?
Chavan circles away from the clinch attempt.
Chavan throws a big counter combination but Hodge scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Hodge manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Chavan on his heels. He'll look to pass Chavan's guard now, I'm sure.
Hodge sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Hodge trying to move into half guard but instead Chavan has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Chavan wants to get up but he can't break Hodge's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
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.#SU#
Chavan decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Chavan misses with a double jab.
Chavan throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #TD2#
Hodge throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Chavan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hodge is in Chavan's guard.
Hodge sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
Hodge sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Chavan's guard.
Hodge with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hodge thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Chavan's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hodge wants to advance to full mount but Chavan doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Hodge is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shubham Chavan dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Slade Hodge's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Hodge scores with a takedown into Chavan's guard.
Hodge not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hodge pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chavan is keeping the position for now.
Hodge is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hodge with a nice head shot there.#T1#
Hodge pushing down on Chavan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hodge not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Hodge keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hodge not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hodge controlling the pace.
Hodge landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hodge is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hodge works his foot free and advances to mount.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Hodge tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chavan trying desperately to get to his feet.
Hodge controlling from mount. #T3#
A nice elbow there by Hodge.#SUB2#
Hodge has isolated one of Chavan's arms. Chavan looking to fight him off but Hodge twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Slade Hodge!
Slade Hodge was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 7
Date: Feb 10, 2024

#R1#
Deshpande throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Left hook, right uppercut from Shanks.
Deshpande misses with a low kick.
Shanks lands a jab.
Nice shot by Shanks.
Deshpande showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Shanks. #KD2#
Oooh a lovely combination from Deshpande sends Shanks down but not out. Deshpande dives into side control looking to finish. #CUT2#It looks like Shoyoroll Shanks has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shanks is looking for a sweep.
Shanks gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Shanks gets full guard.#SUB#
Shanks has his foot on Deshpande's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Deshpande works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Shanks looking for a sweep. Not yet Shanks, not yet.
Deshpande really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Shanks. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Shanks looking for a triangle here. Deshpande is fighting it but it looks tight! Shanks pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Deshpande is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Shoyoroll Shanks!

Event: SUPREME 10
Date: Feb 04, 2024

#R1#
Francis misses with a body shot
and Bhosle counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Left hook, right uppercut from Bhosle.
Francis tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bhosle manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Francis throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bhosle counters with a nice body shot.
Bhosle fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Francis throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bhosle counters with a nice body shot.
Francis takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bhosle lands a nice hook to Francis's body. Francis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Francis throws a combination that misses
and Bhosle makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Francis is breathing heavily.
Francis misses with a hook
and Bhosle counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Francis thinking.
Francis swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bhosle counters with a right hand to the body.
Bhosle misses with the combination.
Bhosle avoids the head kick by Francis.
Francis on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #ROC2#Francis is rocked!
Jonny Francis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD2#
Bhosle catches Francis napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Francis to the canvas!
Oh Francis is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Bhosle controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bhosle's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Francis seems to have got his legs back now.
Bhosle is continuing to stall.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bhosle misses with a body shot.
Francis swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bhosle misses with a few strikes there.
Francis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bhosle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Francis scores with a one two! Bhosle had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT#It looks like Shivaji Bhosle has been cut.
A shot to the liver by Bhosle. Beautiful body shot.
Bhosle drops his hands momentarily and Francis takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T3#
Bhosle scores with a shot to the body.
Francis takes a body punch but keeps moving. #KD2#
Bhosle drops Francis with a left and a right! Oh, Francis is hurt - Bhosle dives into side control looking to finish!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bhosle just content to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Let's hope that Bhosle 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.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bhosle moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Francis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bhosle works Francis's body with a nice hook.
Francis misses with a series of wild punches.
Bhosle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Francis lands with a shot to the body.
Francis swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bhosle counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Francis badly! He tries to strike back but Bhosle puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Francis out cold! Oh man, Francis will never hear the end of this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Shivaji Bhosle!
In defeat, Jonny Francis stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll be back stronger than ever. And I'll come for you motherfucker.'.

Event: Newbie Tournament - Round 3
Date: Jan 14, 2024

#R1#
Fury takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fury throws a right hand that Barracuda ducks under and follows up with a left that Barracuda also avoids with ease.
Fury looks to land a combination but Barracuda avoids it well.
Barracuda throws a series of punches but Fury moves out of range.
As Barracuda backs off Fury throws a huge counter combo but Barracuda manages to avoid it all.
Barracuda is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Fury.#KD2#
Fury drops Barracuda with a left and a right! Oh, Barracuda is hurt - Fury dives into side control looking to finish! #ROC2#Barracuda is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barracuda is trying to get back to half guard.
Oh Barracuda is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Barracuda's coaches at Honu Arts have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SU2#
Fury stands up and beckons Barracuda to his feet.
Barracuda lands with a straight right. Fury didn't see that one coming.
Barracuda pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Barracuda throws a series of punches but Fury avoids them all with ease.
Phoenix Fury seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barracuda lands a nice looking body shot.
Fury throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Barracuda's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Fury dives in looking to finish as Barracuda flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Fury's strikes! Fury is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Barracuda's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Barracuda was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Phoenix Fury!

Event: SCF 5: Rhodes v. Joe
Date: Jan 13, 2024

#R1#
Bhosle throws a nice looking combination but Malboro bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Malboro walks into a left hand.
Bhosle really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD2#
Malboro closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Malboro lands in his opponent's guard.
Malboro throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bhosle has Malboro pulled in close to control his posture.
Bhosle definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bhosle on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bhosle tries to get out of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malboro wants to control from the top but Bhosle keeps moving.
Bhosle 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.#T1#
Malboro throws a big elbow that misses.
Malboro 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.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Malboro advances position into side control!
Malboro working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Bhosle takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #T2##SUB2#
Malboro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Malboro looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Bhosle is avoiding damage well.
Malboro controlling from side mount.
Bhosle defending against the ground and pound. #T3#
Bhosle managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Malboro.
Bhosle tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Malboro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bhosle is not content to let Malboro control the position.
Bhosle is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Malboro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Malboro shoots for a double leg takedown but Bhosle sprawls well. He's pushed Malboro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bhosle is looking for a counter combo.
Bhosle with a hook.#T4#
Malboro has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bhosle.#TD2#
Bhosle gets caught napping as Malboro dives in and scores a takedown. Bhosle manages to retain guard.
Bhosle will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Malboro looking to sit in guard and control but Bhosle gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Bhosle wants to control from the top but Malboro keeps moving.
Malboro is pulling down on Bhosle's head. It's preventing any offense from Bhosle, at least for the moment.
Malboro throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Roger Malboro will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Malboro closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bhosle's guard.
Malboro working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bhosle's head.
Bhosle is trying to control the position but Malboro postures up.
Malboro trying to control the position from guard on top but Bhosle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malboro showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bhosle looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Malboro's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bhosle swings away with a body shot that misses
and Malboro counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Shivaji Bhosle has been cut.
Bhosle scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Malboro shoots in and drives through. Bhosle sprawls well.#TD2#
Malboro looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bhosle wants to get back to full guard.
Malboro is stalling here. Bhosle is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Malboro seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Bhosle has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Roger Malboro has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bhosle 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#
Malboro is looking for a sweep.
Malboro keeps Bhosle under control for a moment.
Malboro is looking to regain half guard here but Bhosle keeps moving and retains side control.
Malboro is trying to buck Bhosle off.#T3#
Malboro is looking for a sweep.
Malboro looks to move to half guard but instead Bhosle has passed into mount! Damn!
Bhosle tries to control but Malboro wriggling away.
Bhosle sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Malboro is looking to get to half guard.
Malboro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bhosle keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bhosle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Malboro keeps working. #SUB2#
Malboro actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Roger Malboro will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Shivaji Bhosle's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Bhosle throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Malboro counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Shivaji Bhosle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Malboro is looking to clinch.
Bhosle will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Malboro wants to counter the offense by Bhosle and move into the clinch position.
Malboro with a poor takedown
letting Bhosle counter with a right hand.
Malboro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bhosle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Malboro sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A combination from Bhosle does no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Malboro closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Malboro working the ground and pound.
Malboro is looking to take a break and control but Bhosle is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Malboro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Malboro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bhosle knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bhosle tries to buck Malboro off but Malboro is having none of it.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Who's going to make the next move?
Bhosle trying to remain calm as Malboro controls from the top position.
Malboro's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Bhosle is trying to control Malboro's posture but Malboro avoids it.
Bhosle is not content to let Malboro control the position. #T3##SUB2#
Malboro wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bhosle, who protects the arm well. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bhosle is looking to score with low kicks.
Bhosle throws a low kick but it's checked well by Malboro.#TD2#
Malboro feints and as Bhosle raises his hands in defense, Malboro changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Malboro trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Malboro trying to control but Bhosle is working from the bottom. #T4#
Bhosle working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Malboro.
Malboro throwing strikes from guard but Bhosle blocks nicely.
Bhosle trying to keep a closed guard but Malboro is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Bhosle being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Roger Malboro is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Malboro darts in trying to clinch
and Bhosle counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Roger Malboro comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Malboro 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roger Malboro!

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 4
Date: Jan 13, 2024

#R1#
Deshpande slips a straight right by Carp.
Aryan Deshpande seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Carp throws a lazy right hand but Deshpande sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Deshpande looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Deshpande comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Carp throws a hook but Deshpande blocks it.
Good shot there by Deshpande.
Deshpande scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Carp misses with a straight right.
Carp lands a nice shot that snaps Deshpande's head back.
Deshpande scores with a nice head shot.
Deshpande scores with a nice head shot.
Deshpande misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Deshpande tries to score with a low kick but Carp moves his leg out of the way.
Carp wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Carp throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Deshpande uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Carp.
Carp bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Deshpande's head.#T1#
Deshpande takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Good standup being displayed there by Deshpande as he connects with a hook.
Deshpande swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Carp counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Deshpande swings for the body but Carp moves out of range.
Carp lands with an overhand left.
Deshpande takes one on the button.
A big left from Carp misses.
Deshpande misses with a left hand
and Carp counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Deshpande misses with a jab to the body
and Carp counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#Deshpande is rocked!
Carp lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Deshpande up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs Carp from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Deshpande's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Common Carp!
During a confident post fight interview, Common Carp thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Newbie Tournament - Round 2
Date: Jan 07, 2024

#R1#
Fury shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
Black gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Black.
Fury's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Black.
A short right from Black on the inside.
Black tries to pull guard but Fury won't allow it.
Black lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Fury or not.
Nice body punch from Black.
Black tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Fury smiles and moves away.
Black listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL#
Black moves into range and clinches up with Fury.
Black cracks Fury with a nice body shot.
Black lands with a right to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Black cracks Fury with a nice body shot.#T1#
Black lands with a short punch from the clinch. #ROC#Fury is rocked!
Black lands a left hand that snaps the head of Fury backwards.
Fury is still on wobbly legs! Can Black finish him?
A shot in the inside from Black.
Black really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Black lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fury.
Black lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Black definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Black takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Black unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Fury! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Black is unloading with more strikes now! Fury drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Baron Black!

Event: Newbie Tournament - Round 1
Date: Dec 31, 2023

#R1#
Jab by Leo.
Fury fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Leo manages to avoid it.
Leo throws a lazy right hand but Fury sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fury lands with a shot to the body.
Fury is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Fury tried to score with a low kick but Leo checks it.
A little jabbing left from Leo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Leo misses with a right hand
and Fury counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Fury lands with a shot to the body.
Leo scores with a jab to the body.
Fury uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Leo.
Freaky Leo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Leo connects with a looping right hand. #CL2#
Leo moves into range and clinches up with Fury.
Leo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Fury wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Leo has him pressed against the cage.
Leo is struggling to control the position.
Leo stalls.
A short right from Leo. #T1#
Leo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fury can't break the clinch.
Leo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC2#Fury is rocked!
Leo is pushing Fury up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Oh Fury is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Leo just leaning against Fury, taking a breather.
Leo will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Fury up against the cage.
Fury working hard to break the clinch.
Fury seems to have got his legs back now.
Fury is trying to push Leo away but Leo has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Leo dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Leo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nice body punch from Leo. #T2#
Leo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Leo manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Leo throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Leo just leaning against Fury, taking a breather.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Freaky Leo.
Leo connects with a single shot there.
Good standup being displayed there by Leo as he connects with a hook.
A chopping leg kick lands by Fury.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Leo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Fury lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Fury.
Fury tries to bum rush Leo with a series of wild strikes but Leo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Fury lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Leo cracks Fury with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Fury tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Leo pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Fury is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Freaky Leo!

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 2
Date: Dec 30, 2023

#R1##TD#
Balrog shoots in and bounces Deshpande off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Balrog in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Deshpande is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Balrog drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Balrog jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Balrog is looking to work some ground and pound but Deshpande has wrist control.
Deshpande trying to keep a closed guard but Balrog is proving a slippery customer.
Deshpande really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Balrog. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balrog engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Deshpande can't keep his opponent in guard - Balrog advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Balrog is looking for a kimura but Deshpande is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Balrog to get the leverage. #SUB#
Balrog is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Deshpande doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Balrog.
Deshpande on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Balrog is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Balrog uses his free foot to push down on Deshpande's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Deshpande. #T2#
Balrog is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Deshpande can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Balrog controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Balrog is working for a guillotine from mount but Deshpande frees his head quite easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Balrog takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Balrog has control of Deshpande's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Deshpande regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Balrog is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T3#
Balrog controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Balrog has control of Deshpande's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Deshpande regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Deshpande holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Balrog tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Balrog controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Balrog is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Balrog takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Deshpande tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Deshpande wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Balrog.
Balrog looking to finish with strikes here! #SUB#
Balrog working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Deshpande looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Balrog! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Johannes Balrog!
Our winner, Johannes Balrog, 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: VF 11: Ross Vs. Whyte
Date: Dec 29, 2023

#R1#
Chavan checks a leg kick.#CL2#
Calhoun gets a clinch.
Calhoun should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#BC#
Chavan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jab from Chavan.#CUT#It looks like Maverick Calhoun has been cut.
Calhoun misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Chavan tried to counter with a leg kick but Calhoun avoided it.
Maverick Calhoun seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Calhoun moves into the clinch successfully.
Chavan misses with the head strike.
Chavan lands a left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chavan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chavan gets through Calhoun's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Calhoun leaning against his opponent.
Chavan has a couple of punches blocked by Calhoun.
A left hand lands to the body for Chavan.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Chavan creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1##BC#
Chavan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Calhoun closes the distance and clinches up with Chavan, looking for a takedown. Calhoun pushes Chavan against the cage but Chavan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ohhhhhhhhhh, brutal head kick from Chavan! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Shiva Chavan!
A pretty intense looking Shiva Chavan took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 13, 2023

#R1#
Woods tries for a takedown but Chavan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Chavan moves into range and clinches up with Woods.#TD2#
Chavan jumps into guard, dragging Woods to the mat. #SUB2#
Woods wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Chavan's closed guard. He's half up but Chavan has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Chavan pivots and extends the arm, Woods falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Chavan! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shubham Chavan!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 04, 2023

#R1#
Evensen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Evensen scores with a sloppy right hand. Bhosle should have avoided that one.
Evensen throws out a loose jab but Bhosle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bhosle is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bhosle is looking to score with low kicks.
Evensen wants to slow Bhosle down by chopping away at his legs.
Evensen throws a head kick that misses.
Evensen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bhosle looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Evensen's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bhosle under the eye.#CUT#It looks like Shivaji Bhosle has been cut.
Evensen lands with a big left! Bhosle is wobbled badly! Evensen comes in with a flurry of punches and drops Bhosle to the floor. The ref jumps in to save him from unneccessary punishment.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Seleucus Evensen!
Seleucus Evensen very nearly forgot to thank Big Dog Gains 160Q $49 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: VF 7: Khan Vs. Galanis
Date: Dec 01, 2023

#R1#
Barrel tries for a takedown but Chavan circles away easily
and Chavan counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like John Barrel has been cut.
Barrel tries for a takedown but Chavan circles away easily
and Chavan counters with a stiff right hand.
Barrel looks winded!
Both fighters circling a little - Chavan finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
John Barrel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chavan fakes the body blow, causing Barrel to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Barrel goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Shiva Chavan!
Shiva Chavan retains his heavyweight title!
An out of breath Shiva Chavan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, John Barrel stepped up to the mic, saying 'my balls are stinky'.

Event: VF 5: Gilmore Vs. Tesla
Date: Nov 17, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Mcmahon dives in and scores a takedown into Chavan's guard.
Chavan pulls Mcmahon in close to prevent any damage.
Mcmahon scoring with punches to the head and body.
Mcmahon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chavan wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Mcmahon is now in half guard.
Chavan trying to hold on to Mcmahon's head to control him but Mcmahon postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mcmahon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Mcmahon not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Chavan tries to roll over but Mcmahon keeps him under control.
Chavan wants to control but Mcmahon is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Chavan desperately trying to maintain half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Chavan gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Chavan really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Chavan is breathing heavily.
Mcmahon trying to control but Chavan is working from the bottom.
Chavan can't keep his opponent in guard - Mcmahon advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Mcmahon controlling the pace. #T3#
Chavan is trying to get back to full guard.
Mcmahon looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Mcmahon thows a huge punch but Chavan dodges it nicely.
Chavan wants to improve his position but Mcmahon is controlling well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Chavan tries to bum rush Mcmahon with a series of wild strikes but Mcmahon uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A nice combination there by Chavan.
Chavan throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2#
Mcmahon closes the distance and pushes Chavan back into the cage.#TD2#
Mcmahon gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Mcmahon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU2#
Mcmahon stands up from guard. Let's bang!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alijah Mcmahon dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
Mcmahon forces Chavan back against the cage and clinches.
Chavan is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Our sources have told us that Chavan has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Mcmahon tries to land knees in the clinch but Chavan avoids the damage to the body.
Mcmahon wants a takedown.
Chavan wants to get back to striking at distance but Mcmahon won't allow it.
Chavan has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Mcmahon stalling against the cage.
Mcmahon wants a takedown.
Shubham Chavan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alijah Mcmahon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chavan letting Mcmahon take a breather here.
Mcmahon working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Chavan breaks from the clinch.
Mcmahon fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
A punch combination from Chavan misses.
Mcmahon fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mcmahon is breathing heavily.
Chavan misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mcmahon tries to clinch there but Chavan circles away.
Chavan lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Chavan walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Chavan misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Mcmahon rushes Chavan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Mcmahon jumps guard but Chavan stands there with Mcmahon around his waist. Mcmahon gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC#
Chavan breaks from the clinch. #T2#
Chavan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Shubham Chavan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Chavan just misses with a punch to the body.
Shubham Chavan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Mcmahon shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Mcmahon was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mcmahon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chavan keeps working. #SU2#
Mcmahon decides to stand back up.
Mcmahon tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mcmahon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Mcmahon fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Chavan to the ground. Mcmahon is now in Chavan's guard.
Chavan looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Mcmahon throws a big elbow that misses.
Mcmahon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Mcmahon postures up in Chavan's guard and throws a big left but Chavan blocks it.
Mcmahon passes Chavan's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mcmahon is taking a breather. Chavan 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.#SU2#
Mcmahon stands up and beckons Chavan to join him on the feet. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#CL2#
Mcmahon moves into the clinch.
Chavan lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Mcmahon tries for a takedown. No joy.
Chavan has had enough of the clinch but Mcmahon keeps him there for the moment.
Chavan tries to circle away but Mcmahon has him pinned against the cage.
Chavan taking a breather.
Nice body punch from Mcmahon - that landed with a thud.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC2#
Mcmahon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Chavan enables Mcmahon to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Chavan manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Mcmahon throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alijah Mcmahon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Mcmahon shoots in for a takedown and gets it.

Chavan kicks Mcmahon off and gets back to his feet.
Shubham Chavan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mcmahon shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Chavan sprawls well. Chavan wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mcmahon gets slowly back to his feet.
Chavan dodges the punch combination from Mcmahon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mcmahon moves forwards but Chavan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Chavan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mcmahon circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
Chavan throws a right and a left that Mcmahon avoids nicely.
A low kick lands for Mcmahon.
Mcmahon misses with a double jab.
Mcmahon tries to close the distance and clinch but Chavan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
Chavan gets caught flat footed, as Mcmahon shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Mcmahon in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SU2#
Mcmahon decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Chavan, up you get! #TD2#
Mcmahon bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.

Chavan explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
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!#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Mcmahon.
Mcmahon tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T2#
Chavan is trying to get back to half guard.#SU2#
Mcmahon stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Mcmahon shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Chavan as he avoids it easily.
Chavan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mcmahon circles away quickly and effectively.#T3#
Chavan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chavan sets himself, and Mcmahon steps forward looking for the clinch! Chavan avoids it this time.
Mcmahon shoots in for a double leg but Chavan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Shubham Chavan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alijah Mcmahon.
Chavan tries to bum rush Mcmahon with a series of wild strikes but Mcmahon uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mcmahon closes the distance and clinches up with Chavan, looking for a takedown. Mcmahon pushes Chavan against the cage but Chavan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
As Mcmahon looks to move away, Chavan throws a big counter combo but Mcmahon just gets out of the way.
Shubham Chavan is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Mcmahon.
Chavan is trying to control Mcmahon's posture but Mcmahon avoids it.
Mcmahon throws a strike aimed at the side of Chavan's head but Chavan avoids it well.#SUB2#
Mcmahon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T4##SUB2#
Mcmahon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mcmahon prevents Chavan from escaping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Shubham Chavan.
I think Mcmahon 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alijah Mcmahon!

Event: VF 5: Gilmore Vs. Tesla
Date: Nov 17, 2023

Anthony Smith really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 190.0, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Shivaji Bhosle was cancelled.

Event: VF 3: Roman Vs Chavan
Date: Nov 03, 2023

#R1#
Roman has his takedown stuffed
and Chavan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Roman takes one to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Jamarcus Roman has been cut.
Chavan lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Roman at a distance.
Roman leaves his chin hanging out and Chavan seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Roman crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Shiva Chavan!
Shiva Chavan is the new heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Shiva Chavan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: VF 3: Roman Vs Chavan
Date: Nov 03, 2023

#R1#
A right-left combo lands from Chavan. #CUT#It looks like Sammy Cohen has been cut.
Chavan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chavan scoring well with a low kick there.
Chavan bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Cohen's head.
Chavan throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Cohen's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Chavan dives in looking to finish as Cohen flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Chavan's strikes! Chavan is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Cohen's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Cohen was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shubham Chavan!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 03, 2023

#R1#
Surz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bhosle with the counter takedown but Surz avoids it easily.
Surz thumps Bhosle with a low kick.
Bhosle tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Surz was well out of range. Poor timing from Bhosle.
Surz shoots in looking for a takedown but Bhosle manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Surz's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bhosle now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#KD2#
A jab-cross combination lands for Bhosle and sends Surz crashing to the mat! Bhosle follows him down to the mat - Surz regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC2#Surz is rocked!
Surz is breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bhosle is controlling the pace.
Oh Surz is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Surz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bhosle is working away from the top position though.
Surz seems to have got his legs back now.#SU2#
Bhosle stands up and beckons Surz to join him on the feet. #T1#
Bhosle throws a right and a left that Surz avoids nicely.
Surz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bhosle manages to avoid it.
Bhosle lands a right hook to the body.
Surz throws a lazy head kick
and Surz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bhosle dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bhosle misses with a wild combination.
Surz is looking to counter with head kicks.
Surz takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bhosle is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Surz tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Surz checks a low kick from Bhosle.
Bhosle cracks Surz with a good jab.
Bhosle connects with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bhosle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Surz drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bhosle sprawls and moves away.
Bhosle lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bhosle misses with a low kick as Surz jumps back.
Bhosle circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Surz to the canvas! Surz doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Bhosle keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shivaji Bhosle!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 31, 2023

#R1#
Robles just misses with a punch to the body.
As Robles tries to get set, Parab tries to push him back and clinch up but Robles manages to avoid the attempt.
Robles gets cracked there but stands up to it. #KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Parab and sends Robles crashing to the mat! Parab follows him down to the mat - Robles regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC#Robles is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Leland Robles has been cut.
Parab seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Robles is still in real trouble! Can Parab finish him?
Parab really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Parab passes to side control.
Parab happy to just control the position for now.
Parab definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robles is looking to regain half guard here but Parab keeps moving and retains side control.
Robles seems to have recovered his senses.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Robles tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Parab wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Parab in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Robles is trying to control Parab's posture but Parab avoids it. #T1#
Robles is not content to let Parab control the position.
Robles stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Robles is not content to let Parab control the position. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Robles stops Parab from passing to mount.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Parab trying to control the position but Robles is working away.
Robles manages to get back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Parab seems content to control.
Robles wants to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Robles is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T3#
Good exchange - Parab coming out on top.
Parab displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Robles.
Parab changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#KD#
Parab drops his shoulder and cracks Robles with a huge uppercut! Robles goes down! Can Parab finish him?
Robles trying to keep a closed guard but Parab is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Robles has his foot on Parab's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Parab works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Parab drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Parab jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Robles is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Parab preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Parab is trying to get back to full guard.
Robles is thwarting Parab's attempts to control the position.
Parab moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aditya Parab dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Leland Robles's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Robles throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Parab is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Robles can do to turn this around?
Parab throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Robles on the side of the head.
Nice uppercut there from Parab.
Robles closes this distance looking for a takedown but Parab circles away.
Robles tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Parab paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Robles shoots in for a takedown but Parab shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Parab circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Robles to the canvas! Robles doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Parab keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aditya Parab!
A less than humble Aditya Parab misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

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