Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: SMASH: Mettovaara vs Saitoh
Date: Jun 01, 2025

#R1##CL2#
Matikainen moves into the clinch.
Matikainen goes for a takedown attempt but Garrone pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Matikainen looking for a takedown.
Garrone working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Matikainen breaks from the clinch.
Jab by Garrone.
A leg kick checked by Matikainen.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Garrone, as that shot connected.
Garrone misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garrone looks to land a combination but Matikainen avoids it well.
A combination from Garrone does no damage.
Matikainen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It looked like Garrone was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Matikainen.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Matikainen.
Francesco Garrone has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DaMatti Matikainen.#T1#
A punch combination from Garrone misses.
Matikainen just misses with a punch to the body.
Matikainen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Garrone sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL2#
Matikainen clinches with his opponent.
Matikainen is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Garrone to keep the fight standing.
Garrone wants to get back to striking at distance but Matikainen won't allow it. #BC2#
Matikainen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Matikainen closes the distance and clinches up with Garrone, looking for a takedown. Matikainen pushes Garrone against the cage but Garrone circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Garrone misses with a hook
and Matikainen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Garrone missing with a left hand there. Matikainen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Matikainen wants to counter the offense by Garrone and move into the clinch position.
A combination from Garrone does no damage.
Matikainen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Matikainen wants to clinch
and Garrone counters with a right hand to the body.
Matikainen wants to clinch but Garrone slips to the side
and Garrone counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Garrone lands with a hook. Matikainen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
No joy there for Garrone, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Matikainen shoots in and drives through. Garrone sprawls well.
Matikainen shoots for a double leg takedown but Garrone sprawls well. He's pushed Matikainen's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Matikainen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Good standup being displayed there by Garrone as he connects with a hook.
Matikainen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Garrone.
Matikainen ducks under a wild hook from Garrone.
Garrone throws a right hand that Matikainen ducks under and follows up with a left that Matikainen also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Matikainen clinches up against the cage.
Matikainen keeps control of Garrone as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Garrone has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Garrone wants to get back to striking at distance but Matikainen won't allow it. #T3#
Matikainen missing with knees to the body.
Garrone has had enough of the clinch but Matikainen keeps him there for the moment.
Matikainen has Garrone pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Garrone manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Matikainen decides to pull guard.
Garrone sitting in guard here, content to control.
Matikainen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Matikainen is looking for a triangle but Garrone pushes his legs off easily.
Garrone stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Matikainen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Matikainen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Garrone is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Matikainen controlling from the top position. #T4#
Matikainen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Matikainen won't allow Garrone to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Garrone looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Matikainen tries to free his leg and advance position but Garrone is retaining full guard.
Garrone trying to control the position here.
Garrone wants to control but Matikainen passes easily into half guard.
Garrone is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at California Top Team, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Garrone tries to get to full guard but Matikainen has control of the leg.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Francesco Garrone dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Garrone keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Matikainen moves away from the strike by Garrone. #CL2#
Matikainen closes the distance and clinches.
Garrone tries to circle away but Matikainen has him pinned against the cage.
Matikainen wants to take the fight to the mat but Garrone manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Matikainen is looking for a takedown.
Francesco Garrone has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DaMatti Matikainen.
Matikainen keeps control of Garrone as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Garrone is trying to force a seperation but Matikainen has the dominant position.
Garrone blocks an elbow strike.
Matikainen tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garrone is trying to break the clinch but Matikainen has him pressed against the cage.
Garrone wants to get back to striking at distance but Matikainen won't allow it.
Garrone wants to get back to striking at distance but Matikainen won't allow it.
Matikainen dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Garrone is trying to push Matikainen away but Matikainen has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T1##TD2#
Matikainen decides to pull guard.
Garrone has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Matikainen pulls Garrone in close to prevent any damage.
Matikainen keeping moving, preventing Garrone from controlling successfully.
Garrone advances position into side control!
Garrone trying to control the position but Matikainen is working away.
Garrone misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
You can see the frustration on Matikainen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Matikainen is not content to let Garrone control the position.
Garrone is really struggling to control Matikainen but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Matikainen is looking to regain half guard here but Garrone keeps moving and retains side control.
Garrone working away.
Matikainen has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Garrone taking a breather here.
Garrone wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matikainen keeps working. #T3#
Matikainen struggling a bit here.
Matikainen is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Matikainen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Matikainen manages to get back to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Matikainen is trying to get back to full guard.
Matikainen is looking to control Garrone's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Matikainen avoid being mounted?#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Garrone wants to free his trapped foot but Matikainen is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Garrone is working hard here to advance position.
Matikainen wants to improve his position but Garrone is controlling well.
Garrone content to control rather than advance.
Garrone is trying to control the action in half guard but Matikainen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Matikainen doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Garrone counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Garrone stuffs the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Francesco Garrone dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Matikainen slips a jab and a cross from Garrone.
Matikainen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Garrone misses with a wild body shot.
Garrone misses with a low kick.
Garrone scores with a decent looking hook.
Garrone cracks a nice hook into Matikainen's ribs.
A big right from Garrone misses.
Garrone connects with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Garrone throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Matikainen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Matikainen moves into the clinch successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garrone has had enough of the clinch but Matikainen keeps him there for the moment.
Garrone can't break the clinch.
Matikainen tries to land a knee to the head but Garrone blocks with his arms. #TD2#
Matikainen successfully pulls guard.
Garrone not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Garrone pushing down on Matikainen's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Garrone wants to stand up but Matikainen has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Matikainen moves into full guard.
Garrone is fighting to break Matikainen's control of his arms but Matikainen is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Garrone trying to control but Matikainen is working from the bottom.
Garrone is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Matikainen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Garrone defends it easily.
Garrone wants to control from the top but Matikainen keeps moving. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Garrone passes Matikainen's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Garrone is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Matikainen wants to get back to full guard.
Garrone wants to pass to mount but Matikainen is defending the position.
Matikainen wants to improve his position but Garrone is controlling well.
Garrone is thwarting Matikainen's attempts to control the position.
Garrone is trying to control. Matikainen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Garrone is looking to stall here but Matikainen recovers full guard.
Garrone is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Garrone slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Garrone is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Matikainen can do to turn this around?
Matikainen seems a little lost for a moment, as Garrone dominates the positioning.
DaMatti Matikainen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Matikainen is looking to regain half guard here but Garrone keeps moving and retains side control.
Garrone working away.
Garrone moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Francesco Garrone is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Garrone working away.#T4#
Garrone tries to move into full mount but can't pass Matikainen's legs.
You can see the frustration on Matikainen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Matikainen prevents Garrone from moving into mount.
Matikainen is looking to regain half guard here but Garrone keeps moving and retains side control.
Garrone wants to control but Matikainen is keeping him busy.
Matikainen wants to get back to his feet.
Garrone controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Francesco Garrone showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Garrone, 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Francesco Garrone!

Event: Just Fight 9
Date: May 28, 2025

#R1#
Ibarra clobbers Theorist with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#It looks like Conspiracy Theorist has been cut.
Theorist avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ibarra misses with a jab, cross combination.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Ibarra bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Theorist showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ibarra.
Ibarra looks to land a combination but Theorist avoids it well.
Theorist avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibarra looks to land a left hand but Theorist moved out of range nicely.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ibarra lands a two punch combo.
Ibarra throws a head kick that half lands.
Ibarra looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
Ibarra throws a wild body kick that Theorist sees coming a mile off.
Ibarra lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Theorist circles away quickly and effectively.
Theorist takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ibarra turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ibarra fails to land with a series of punches.
Ibarra looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A slow jab from Ibarra misses its intended target.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ibarra lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Theorist circles away quickly and effectively.
A slow jab from Ibarra misses its intended target.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ibarra throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Ibarra.
Ibarra throws a head kick but Theorist moves out of range. #T2#
Ibarra lands a jab to Theorist's midsection.
A big left from Ibarra misses.
Ibarra throws a lazy uppercut
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Ibarra.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ibarra goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Good shot there by Ibarra.
Ibarra throws a big shot that misses.
A punch combination from Ibarra misses.
Ibarra connects with a crisp jab.
Ibarra rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Theorist moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Ibarra tries a head kick but it misses.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3#
Ibarra waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Theorist.
Ibarra jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Ibarra bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Elian Ibarra seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ibarra swinging wildly here.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ibarra swinging wildly here.
Ibarra lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Theorist circles away quickly and effectively.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Ibarra swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
As Ibarra backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Ibarra manages to avoid it all.
Ibarra misses with a few strikes there. #T4#
Theorist shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ibarra misses with a two punch combination.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Theorist moves out of range of the body kick.
Ibarra digs a good body shot into Theorist's ribs.
Ibarra throws a series of punches but Theorist avoids them all with ease.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ibarra throws a combination that misses
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Ibarra.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ibarra throws a series of punches but Theorist avoids them all with ease.
Ibarra fails to land with a series of punches.
A low kick from Ibarra misses
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Ibarra.
Ibarra swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Elian Ibarra dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Conspiracy Theorist's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Theorist showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ibarra.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Ibarra bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ibarra misses with an uppercut.
Theorist sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Theorist dodges the punch combination from Ibarra.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Theorist staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibarra looks to land a combination but Theorist avoids it well.
Elian Ibarra is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ibarra misses with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
Ibarra throws a right hand that Theorist ducks under and follows up with a left that Theorist also avoids with ease.#T1#
Ibarra swinging wildly here.
Some wild striking there from Ibarra.
Ibarra lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ibarra, as that shot connected.
Ibarra misses with a hook.
A head kick misses from Ibarra.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A big right from Ibarra misses. #T2#
Ibarra swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Ibarra backing up. Ibarra nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Ibarra throws a big shot that misses.
As Ibarra backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Ibarra manages to avoid it all.
Ibarra throws a lazy uppercut
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Ibarra backing up. Ibarra nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
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!
Ibarra attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ibarra jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Theorist blocks a head kick by Ibarra.
Ibarra throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CUT#That has opened up Conspiracy Theorist's cut even more.
Ibarra throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As Ibarra backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Ibarra manages to avoid it all.
Ibarra throws a combination that misses
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Ibarra will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ibarra misses with a few strikes there. #T3#
Ibarra looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Ibarra swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Theorist slips a straight right by Ibarra.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Theorist blocks a head kick by Ibarra.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ibarra is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Theorist can do to turn this around?
Theorist ducks under a wild hook from Ibarra.
Ibarra throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Nice jab there from Ibarra.
Ibarra throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
Ibarra misses with a double jab
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T4#
Ibarra throws a sloppy head kick
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Ibarra.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ibarra swinging wildly here.
Ibarra throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ibarra misses with a body punch
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
A swing and a miss from Ibarra.
Ibarra throws a shot from downtown. Theorist moves away and avoids it.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Ibarra bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Theorist moves out of range as Ibarra strikes.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Ibarra misses with a body shot
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Ibarra.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Elian Ibarra will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Conspiracy Theorist'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.#R3#
No joy there for Ibarra, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Ibarra swings away with a body shot that misses
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Ibarra will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ibarra throws a hook but Theorist avoids it easily.
Ibarra throws a nice looking combination but Theorist bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ibarra. That's going to slow Theorist down.
Ibarra misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A head kick misses from Ibarra.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Ibarra misses.
Ibarra misses with an uppercut
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo. #ROC2#Ibarra is rocked!
Ibarra throws a shot from downtown. Theorist moves away and avoids it.
Ibarra pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Ibarra scores with a nice strike.
Ibarra throws a head kick but Theorist moves out of range.
Ibarra throws the left hand but Theorist avoids the punch easily.
As Ibarra backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Ibarra manages to avoid it all.
Ibarra tries a head kick but it misses.
Ibarra throws a combination. Theorist tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Ibarra goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ibarra tries to bum rush Theorist with a series of wild strikes but Theorist uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Theorist avoids a kick to the body.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ibarra misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T2#
Ibarra throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ibarra tries to land a front kick but Theorist steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Ibarra bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ibarra throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
Ibarra misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ibarra throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ibarra tries to land a front kick but Theorist steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ibarra throws a half hearted mid kick.
Theorist is working the combinations to good effect here.
Ibarra throws a big shot that misses.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Ibarra throws the left hand but Theorist avoids the punch easily.#T3#
Ibarra swings for the body but Theorist moves out of range.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Theorist dodges the punch combination from Ibarra.
As Ibarra backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Ibarra manages to avoid it all.
Theorist dodges the punch combination from Ibarra.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Theorist might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Ibarra has got the better of the exchanges.
Ibarra rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Good work by Theorist as he checks the leg kick.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Theorist uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ibarra.
A swing and a miss from Ibarra.
As Ibarra backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Ibarra manages to avoid it all.#T4#
Ibarra throws a predictable looking body shot
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Ibarra will be more careful next time no doubt.
Theorist slips under a jab from Ibarra.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Ibarra throws a low kick but Theorist avoids it.
Ibarra misses with a low kick.
Ibarra throws a right and a left that Theorist avoids nicely.
Ibarra throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ibarra misses with a combination
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ibarra pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ibarra throws a right and a left that Theorist avoids nicely.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Elian Ibarra clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Conspiracy Theorist's cut.
That's time! Ibarra's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
A slow jab from Ibarra misses its intended target.
Some wild striking there from Ibarra.
Ibarra lands a jab to the head.
Ibarra goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Ibarra bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ibarra throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibarra throws a body shot but no joy.
Ibarra throws a left and a right that both miss
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
Ibarra throws a series of punches but Theorist avoids them all with ease.
Theorist throws a counter combo.#T1#
Left hook, right uppercut from Ibarra.
A combination from Ibarra does no damage.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Ibarra moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ibarra misses with a body shot
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Ibarra.
A head kick by Ibarra misses
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Ibarra.
Oh Ibarra is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ibarra throws a sloppy head kick
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes that really hurt Ibarra! The ref looks into his eyes and sees nobody home - he's called the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Conspiracy Theorist! Conspiracy Theorist retains his lightweight title!
A very excited looking Conspiracy Theorist made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: GAMMA#1162 Fred v Kurt
Date: May 10, 2025

#R1#
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.
Posey on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT#It looks like Buster Posey has been cut.
Posey pivots, looking for a leg kick but Jones is out of range and Posey settles back down.
A quick step to the side and Jones tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jones ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Posey moves away.
Posey takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Posey misses with a head kick.
Posey on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Jones darts in and clinches Posey up against the cage.
Jones is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Posey to keep the fight standing.#T1#
Jones is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Posey to keep the fight standing.
Jones lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
I was talking to Jones's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Jones tries to pull guard but Posey holds him up against the cage and eventually Jones drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kim Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Posey obliges.
Jones misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jones is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Posey to keep the fight standing.
Knees in the clinch landing for Posey .
Jones is breathing heavily.
Posey is trying to break the clinch but Jones has him pressed against the cage. #BC2#
Posey breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Posey misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Jones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Posey scores with a nice strike.
Jones scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T2#
Posey lands a jab to the nose.
Posey has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Posey swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jones.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones lands with a kick to the ribs.
A cross from Posey lands.
Nice defenses there by Jones.#T3#
A slow jab from Jones misses its intended target.
Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Posey sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little jabbing left from Posey on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A jab from Posey misses.
Jones throws a shot from downtown. Posey moves away and avoids it.
Jones waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Posey .
Posey throws out a counter right but Jones avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Jones staying out of range there.
Jones misses with a head kick.
Posey missing with a left hand there. Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little feinted left hand from Jones on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Posey scores with a jab.
Posey misses with a looping left.
It looked like Jones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Buster Posey will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Buster Posey 's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Posey pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jones is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Posey throws a looping overhand right but Jones ducks down to avoid it.
Jones missing with a left hand there. Posey was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jones throws an overhand right that lands on Posey 's shoulder, as Posey tries to avoid the shot.
Posey is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jones with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Posey misses with a body kick.
Jones misses with a body kick.#T1#
Jones is looking to clinch. #CL#
Jones clinches.
Jones has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Jones tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Posey has had enough of the clinch but Jones keeps him there for the moment.
Jones tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Posey missing with knees to the body.
Jones lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Posey is trying to break free.
Jones misses with a punch to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jones.
Jones working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Posey misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jones.
Jones blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jones scores with a hook to the body.
Posey is breathing heavily.#T2#
Jones can't find room to land a body shot as Posey controls the action.
Jones lands a shoulder strike.
Jones tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kim Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Jones manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Jones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Posey is aware though and is defending well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Posey tries to stand but Jones is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Jones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jones looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3##SUB#
Jones looking for a guillotine here but Posey defends easily. #SUB#
Jones is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Posey defends well.
Jones working a defensive guard here.
Posey has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Jones is proving hard to escape from. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Jones is looking for a triangle but Posey pushes his legs off easily.
Posey wanted to stand there but Jones had control of the position. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Jones has his foot on Posey 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Posey works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Posey gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jones is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Posey .
Posey is trying to counter with his kicks.
The crowd cheers as Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Posey doesn't seem phased though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kim Jones dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Buster Posey 's cut.
That's time! Jones's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Jones uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jones uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Posey .
Jones loads up on a big right hand but Posey slips the punch.
Posey moves away from the strike by Jones.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Posey looks to land a left hand but Jones moved out of range nicely.
Posey misses with an uppercut
and Jones counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Posey tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jones is able to avoid easily.
Jones is looking to counter punch.
Jones throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jones thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Posey if he has to take too many more of those.
Posey takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jones goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T2#
Jones throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Posey stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jones throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Posey takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A big left from Jones misses.
Posey swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A punch lands to the side of Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T3#
Jones bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Posey blocks a head kick by Jones.
Jones lands a jab to the nose.
Jones catches Posey with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jones throws a leg kick but Posey sees it coming and moves out of range.
Posey is trying to counter with his kicks.#T4#
Jones cracks Posey with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nice defenses there by Posey .
Jones takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jones is looking to counter punch.
Jones tries to clinch up
and Posey counters with a straight right hand.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kim Jones!
In his post fight interview, Kim Jones started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: GC 528 Rihard VS Freeman
Date: May 10, 2025

#R1#
Arni shoots in looking for a takedown. Brown tries to sprawl out of it but Arni keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Brown manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Brown tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Arni paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Arni is looking for the big counter here.#CL#
Brown clinches with his opponent.
Arni blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brown misses with the head strike.
Arni tries to pull guard but Brown forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Brown goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Brown misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown tries a body shot but Arni blocks it. #BC2#
Arni breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Arni goes for a double leg but Brown avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Brown continues to drive forward.
Brown swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Zay Brown has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Johhanes Arni.#CL2#
Arni closes the distance and clinches.
Arni blocks a body shot from Brown.
Brown really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1#
Brown gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Arni.
Brown tries to work over Arni's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Brown misses with some punches.
Arni has had enough of the clinch but Brown keeps him there for the moment.
A nice left hand lands by Brown.
Brown fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brown fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brown throws a punch but it's blocked by Arni.
Brown tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arni's elbow.
Brown has a couple of punches blocked by Arni.
Arni has had enough of the clinch but Brown keeps him there for the moment.
Arni has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Brown avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Arni throws a knee to the head but misses.
Arni tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T2#
A right hook to the body lands for Arni.
Brown doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Brown tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Brown swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brown misses with a hook to the ribs.
Arni is trying to drag Brown to the mat but Brown just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Brown working aggressively here.
Arni using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Brown has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Arni misses with an elbow over the top.
Arni blocking some punches.
Arni tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Brown just stands there and leans against the cage.
Arni blocks a body shot from Brown.
Brown can't find room to land a body shot as Arni controls the action. #T3#
Brown can't find room to land a body shot as Arni controls the action.
Brown working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Arni jumps guard but Brown turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Brown misses with some punches.
Arni tries for a takedown. No joy.
Brown tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Brown struggles to land a body shot inside as Arni controls his hands.
Brown tries to throw a body punch but Arni avoids it by throwing Brown back against the cage.
Brown misses with a short punch on the inside.
Brown tries to throw a body punch but Arni avoids it by throwing Brown back against the cage.
Arni is trying to pull guard but Brown turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Brown misses with the head strike.
Arni is looking to control Brown's arms but Brown gets an underhook and turns him. Now Arni has his back to the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Brown fails to land.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T4#
Arni blocks a body shot from Brown.
Arni blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brown goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The referee is keeping an eye on Arni - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Brown misses with the head strike.
Brown misses with a hook from the clinch.
Brown tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Arni breaks the clinch.
Arni shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Brown but Brown pushes him off and we're back to square one.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brown tries to clinch up but Arni circles away and keeps his distance.
Arni keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Arni fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brown, pushing him back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zay Brown dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Brown looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Brown tries to clinch up but Arni circles away and keeps his distance.
Brown wants to clinch up but Arni keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Brown rushes Arni and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Arni working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Arni blocks a body shot from Brown. #TD2#
Arni jumps into guard, dragging Brown to the mat.
Brown has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Brown won't allow Arni to sweep him here.
Brown knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Arni on the ground.
Brown wants to control from the top but Arni keeps moving.
Arni has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Aleksandar Top Team. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arni has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Brown is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Arni can do to turn this around?
Arni looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brown is one step ahead there. #T1#
Arni managing to control the position.
Brown looking to pass the guard.
Brown trying to control but Arni is working from the bottom.
Brown is really struggling to control Arni but he's trying to hold on to the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Johhanes Arni seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arni tries to score a power double leg takedown but Brown sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Arni somewhat.
It looked like Brown was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Arni.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Brown blocks a head kick by Arni.
Brown appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Brown clinches with his opponent.
Brown tries a body shot but Arni blocks it.
Brown misses with a punch to the body.
Brown misses with some punches. #TD2#
Arni drags the fight down to the ground.
Brown stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Arni swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Arni 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#
Brown trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Brown wants to hold on but Arni pushes him away.#T3#
Arni lands a nice shot to the head.
Brown is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Brown in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Arni content just to control the position here.
Brown is desperately trying to improve his position but Arni has a good base and remains in mount.
Arni looking to control but Brown is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Brown on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Brown tries to get out of the position.
Brown really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Arni is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Brown to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Brown shrugs it off.
Arni controlling the pace for now.
Brown keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T4#
Brown is working hard here to advance position.
Brown wants to control but Arni is having none of it.
Brown is looking to get to half guard.
Arni has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Brown's face.
Brown tries to hold on but Arni postures up.#SUB2#
Arni working for a submission but Brown is keeping him at bay.
Arni avoids the attempt from Brown to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Arni sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brown tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Johhanes Arni 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! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Arni fails to land the takedown.
Johhanes Arni is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Arni tries to keep at a distance but Brown has taken the fight into the clinch.
Brown tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Arni's elbow.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Brown misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Arni fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown misses with a hook to the ribs.
Brown misses with some punches.
Arni wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brown.
Brown can't find room to land a body shot as Arni controls the action. #T1#
Brown can't find room to land a body shot as Arni controls the action. #TD2#
Arni is trying to trip Brown. He has hold of a leg but Brown is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Arni persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Brown pulls Arni in to control the position.
Brown working a defensive guard here.
Brown working a defensive guard but Arni passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arni lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Arni looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Brown is trying to control but Arni passes into side control!
Brown is trying to escape the position but Arni is controlling the position.
You can see the frustration on Brown's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Brown is working to avoid the ground and pound but Arni connects with a decent elbow.
Brown tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
Arni working away.
Arni controls the position.
Arni wants to control but Brown is keeping him busy.
Brown is working to avoid the ground and pound but Arni connects with a decent elbow.
Arni controls the position.
Arni is continuing to stall.
Brown is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Brown regains half guard.
Arni is taking a breather. Brown 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.
Arni's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Brown works his way to full guard. Good work.
Arni controlling from the top position.
Arni postures up. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Arni engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Brown working a defensive guard but Arni passes into half guard.
Arni winds up and cracks Brown with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Brown wants to control but Arni is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Arni tries to stand but can't do so whilst Brown controls his leg.
Arni is looking to advance position but Brown won't allow it.
Arni passes to full mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arni controlling from the full mount.
Brown is desperately trying to get back to half guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Johhanes Arni!

Event: WOVA Fight Night: Grit
Date: May 09, 2025

#R1#
Zaladin misses with a lunging right hand
and Manuelsio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zaladin misses with a right hand
and Manuelsio connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zaladin misses with a right hand
and Manuelsio counters with a big right hand! Oh Zaladin is in trouble here! Manuelsio follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aeweaoi Manuelsio!
Aeweaoi Manuelsio seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SMASH: Morrison vs Longabaugh
Date: May 04, 2025

#R1#
Cheese throws a low kick but Matikainen moves out of range easily.
Matikainen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Matikainen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Cheese sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Matikainen somewhat.
Matikainen slips a jab from Cheese.
As Cheese backs off Matikainen throws a huge counter combo but Cheese manages to avoid it all.
Cheese throws a lazy right hand but Matikainen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Matikainen shoots in but Cheese avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Cheese was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nacho Cheese has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DaMatti Matikainen.
Some bone on bone action there as Matikainen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Matikainen looks for a takedown but Cheese sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cheese misses with a hook
and Matikainen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cheese connects with a good right hand that stumbles Matikainen. Matikainen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT#It looks like DaMatti Matikainen has been cut.
Cheese connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Matikainen momentarily.
Cheese fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matikainen manages to avoid it.#T1#
Cheese throws a body punch but Matikainen moves out of range.
Matikainen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fighters circling - Cheese throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nacho Cheese seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Matikainen slips under a jab.
Matikainen is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cheese sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A nice leg kick lands there from Matikainen.
Cheese misses with a hook.
Cheese displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Matikainen.
Matikainen ducks under a wild hook from Cheese.
Matikainen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cheese misses with a lunging right hand
and Matikainen counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Matikainen with the inside leg kick.
Matikainen slips under a jab from Cheese.
Despite the aggression on Matikainen's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T2##KD#
Cheese lands a big head kick that sends Matikainen tumbling to the mat! Cheese takes a step backwards and waves Matikainen back to his feet - he wants the finish!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab from Cheese misses.
Matikainen fails with the takedown.
Cheese throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cheese misses the shot to the body.
Cheese bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Cheese connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#ROC#Matikainen is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up DaMatti Matikainen's cut even more.#CL2#
Matikainen has closed the distance and engaged Cheese in a clinch.
Cheese misses with the head strike.
Cheese misses with a hook from the clinch.
Matikainen tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Cheese misses with some punches.
Matikainen can't get the takedown. #T3#
Matikainen blocks a body shot from Cheese.
Cheese has a couple of punches blocked by Matikainen.
Matikainen is trying to pull guard but Cheese turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Matikainen can't get the takedown.
Matikainen blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Matikainen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Matikainen fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cheese, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Matikainen manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Matikainen is looking to stand up but Cheese isn't so interested in that idea.
Matikainen 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#
Matikainen thows a huge punch but Cheese dodges it nicely.
Matikainen stops Cheese from getting back to his feet. #T4##SU2#
Matikainen stands up and beckons Cheese to join him on the feet.
Nacho Cheese is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cheese tries a head kick but it misses.
Matikainen moves away from the strike by Cheese.
Cheese throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Matikainen counters with a left and a right that stings Cheese.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cheese throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cheese moves out of range of the body kick from Matikainen.
Cheese throws out a powerful jab.
Matikainen shoots in looking for a takedown but Cheese manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Matikainen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Cheese is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Matikainen.
Matikainen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cheese.
We've been told by Cheese's head coaches at Fireball Zone that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Cheese throws a sloppy head kick and Matikainen moves out of range easily.
Cheese jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fight stays on the outside here - Matikainen looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nacho Cheese dominated that round.
The cut man is working on DaMatti Matikainen's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Cheese throws a hook but Matikainen blocks it.
Matikainen ducks under a wild hook from Cheese.
Matikainen staying out of range there.
Nacho Cheese is winning the standup battle so far.
Cheese throws a looping overhand right but Matikainen ducks down to avoid it.
Cheese waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Matikainen.
Matikainen dives in and grabs Cheese's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cheese pushes down on Matikainen's head and hops out.
Matikainen closes the distance and clinches up with Cheese, looking for a takedown. Matikainen pushes Cheese against the cage but Cheese circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Cheese throws the left hand but Matikainen avoids the punch easily.
Cheese pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
DaMatti Matikainen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Matikainen slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cheese throws a jab but it's blocked by Matikainen.
Matikainen moves away from the strike by Cheese.
Matikainen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Matikainen wants to counter the offense by Cheese and move into the clinch position.
Cheese throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1##CL2#
Matikainen clinches up with Cheese and pushes him back against the cage.
Matikainen fails to pull guard.
Nacho Cheese has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DaMatti Matikainen.
Cheese trying to control the position but instead, Matikainen has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cheese into the cage.
Matikainen taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Matikainen prevents a body shot from Cheese.
Cheese lands a right hand.
Matikainen drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC2#
Matikainen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cheese throws a body shot but no joy.
Matikainen scores with a nice head shot.#CL2#
Matikainen clinches with his opponent.
Matikainen tries to pull guard but Cheese won't allow it. #T2#
Matikainen is trying to pull guard but Cheese has him pressed against the cage.
Matikainen goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cheese prevents it.
Cheese misses with a punch to the body.
Cheese dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Cheese misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cheese lands a hook that snaps the head of Matikainen backwards.
Cheese is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Matikainen can do to turn this around?
Matikainen wants a takedown.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Matikainen.
Cheese avoiding damage.
Cheese is trying to maintain a safe position but Matikainen gets an underhook and turns Cheese into the cage.
Cheese lands a right hand that snaps the head of Matikainen backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cheese throws a punch but it's blocked by Matikainen.
Cheese just leaning against Matikainen, taking a breather. #T3##TD2#
Matikainen has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Cheese uses from the top position. #SU#
Cheese gets to his feet. Matikainen looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Cheese throws a hook to the side of Matikainen's head but Matikainen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Matikainen gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Cheese gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Matikainen.
Matikainen is trying to pull guard but Cheese turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Matikainen is trying to stall.
Cheese misses with a hook from the clinch.
Matikainen tries to pull guard but Cheese forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A body shot lands from Cheese.
Cheese displaying some good clinch control by pressing Matikainen up against the cage.
Cheese is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T4#
Cheese gets through Matikainen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Cheese gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Matikainen.
Cheese throws a punch but it's blocked by Matikainen.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Matikainen as Cheese tries to tie him up. #TD2#
Matikainen has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Cheese uses from the top position.
Cheese tries to stand but Matikainen is controlling from the bottom. #SU#
Cheese gets to his feet. Matikainen looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Cheese slaps away a takedown attempt from Matikainen, before circling back to the center of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nacho Cheese dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on DaMatti Matikainen's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Cheese throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cheese scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
No joy there for Cheese, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL2#
Matikainen gets a clinch.
Cheese misses with a punch to the body.
Cheese can't find room to land a body shot as Matikainen controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cheese.
Matikainen drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cheese pulls his leg out and moves away.
Matikainen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Matikainen slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matikainen just misses with a punch to the body.
As Matikainen tries to get set, Cheese tries to push him back and clinch up but Matikainen manages to avoid the attempt.
Cheese lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Matikainen circles away quickly and effectively.
Cheese bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Matikainen's head backwards.
Matikainen shoots in for a takedown but Cheese shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nacho Cheese has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DaMatti Matikainen.
Matikainen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cheese.#T1#
Matikainen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Matikainen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Cheese fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matikainen manages to avoid it.
Matikainen tries to counter with a clinch but Cheese shakes him off and moves away.
Cheese throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Matikainen counters with a series of strikes. Cheese will be more careful next time no doubt.
Cheese misses with an uppercut
and Matikainen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cheese lands with a right hand.
A jab from Cheese misses.
Cheese connects with the punch.
Matikainen closes this distance looking for a takedown but Cheese circles away.#CL2#
Cheese gets tackled into the cage by Matikainen. Matikainen maintains the clinch.
Cheese swings wildly with an uppercut but Matikainen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cheese misses with the head strike. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cheese.
Cheese is leaning against Matikainen and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Matikainen blocks an uppercut.
Matikainen blocking some punches.
Cheese tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cheese lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Matikainen backwards.
Cheese has Matikainen pushed against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Cheese fails to land.
Cheese swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Matikainen wants a takedown but no success here.
Cheese tries a body shot but Matikainen blocks it.
Cheese misses with a punch on the inside.
Matikainen jumps guard but Cheese stands there with Matikainen around his waist. Matikainen gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Matikainen blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Cheese makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Cheese working aggressively here.
Cheese misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cheese works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Cheese throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Matikainens head.
Stalling in the clinch from Cheese.
Cheese swings away with an uppercut that misses.
DaMatti Matikainen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Matikainen has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cheese avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Matikainen has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cheese after a bit of a struggle.
Cheese misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cheese lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Cheese lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Matikainen backwards.
Cheese lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cheese has a couple of punches blocked by Matikainen.
Cheese prevents a body shot from Matikainen. #T4#
Cheese tries a body shot but Matikainen blocks it.
Matikainen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cheese lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Cheese scores with a shoulder strike.
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!
Matikainen wants to break the clinch but can't.
Matikainen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Matikainen scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nacho Cheese has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Cheese tries a body shot but Matikainen blocks it.
Matikainen tries to break free but Cheese pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Matikainen breaks from the clinch.
Cheese misses with a straight left.
Matikainen slips a straight right by Cheese.
Matikainen steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Cheese.
Matikainen has his takedown stuffed
and Cheese cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cheese lands a jab to Matikainen's midsection.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nacho Cheese showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Cheese, 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SMASH: Morrison vs Longabaugh
Date: May 04, 2025

#R1##TD#
Westen closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Westen prevents Varis from improving his position.
Westen trying to pass the guard but Varis defending well.
Varis wants to get back to full guard but Westen has mounted him!
Westen controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Varis slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Varis manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Westen cracks Varis with a solid left hand.
Westen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Varis 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##T1#
Varis tries to pass the half guard into mount. Westen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Varis prevents Westen from standing back up. #SUB2#
Westen is defending against the submission attempts here by Varis.
Westen is looking for a sweep. Varis is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Westen keeping control of the position.
Varis is pressing down on Westen's thigh, looking to free his foot. Westen is holding on for now. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Varis is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Varis tries to pass to full mount but Westen defends it.
Varis prevents Westen from improving his position.
Westen wants to control but Varis is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Westen wants to improve his position but Varis is controlling well.
Varis is pressing down on Westen's thigh, looking to free his foot. Westen is holding on for now.
Varis passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Westen! #SUB2#
Varis looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Westen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Westen is looking to get to half guard.
Varis avoids the attempt from Westen to control.#SUB2#
Varis goes for an armbar but Westen turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Westen.
Varis working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Westen.
Varis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Westen is one step ahead there. #T4#
Westen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Varis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Varis is trying to control the position but Westen postures up. #SUB2#
Varis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Westen is aware though and is defending well.
Our spies down at at Banzai Combat Academy LA inform us that Varis has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Westen sitting in guard here, content to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Varis escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Westen gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Westen stopping the sweep attempt from Varis.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Janne Varis will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Westen has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Varis moves into the clinch.
Westen avoiding damage.
Westen is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Varis is defending well.
Varis drops down looking for an ankle pick but Westen pulls his leg out and moves away.
Westen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Varis sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Westen somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Braun Westen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Westen closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Westen lands in his opponent's guard.
Braun Westen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Westen won't allow Varis to sweep him here.
Westen trying to control the position from guard on top but Varis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Varis controls Westen momentarily but Westen frees himself.
Varis looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Westen trying to control but Varis is working from the bottom.
Varis looking for a sweep. Not yet Varis, not yet. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Varis looking for a guillotine here but Westen defends easily. #SUB2#
Varis working for a triangle but Westen defends it easily. #SUB2#
Varis escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Westen gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Varis lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Varis passes into half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Varis is looking for a kimura but Westen is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Varis to get the leverage.
Westen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Varis is fighting to break Westen's control of his arms but Westen is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Varis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Westen is keeping the position for now.
Varis passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Varis is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Westen is just riding it out for now. Varis eventually gives up the hold.
Westen works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
Westen pulls Varis in close to his closed guard and prevents Varis from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Westen working for a triangle but Varis defends it easily.
Westen wants to stand but Varis is controlling the position.
Varis preventing the sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Varis forces his way into half guard.
Westen keeping control of the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Janne Varis 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Varis throws a one two combo.
Janne Varis is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Westen tries to close the distance and clinch but Varis swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Westen gets a double leg takedown into Varis's guard.
Westen wants to control from the top but Varis keeps moving.
Varis is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Varis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Varis is trying to hold Westen in close to prevent damage but Westen has managed to pass into half guard. #T1#
Westen tries to pass to full mount but Varis defends it. #SUB2#
Varis looking for submissions off his back.
Westen missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Varis wants to control but Westen is keeping busy.
Varis is looking for a sweep. Westen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Varis is staying active underneath Westen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Westen is thwarting Varis's attempts to control the position.
Westen controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Westen blocks a jab.
It looked like Westen was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Varis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Westen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Westen misses with a takedown attempt - Varis sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL#
Westen closes the distance and clinches.#T3##BC#
Westen breaks the clinch.
Varis fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Westen avoids it really well and circles away.
Westen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Westen shoots in for a takedown but Varis shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Westen gets a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Varis manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Varis pulls Westen in to control the position. #T4#
Varis's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Westen trying to control the position from guard on top but Varis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Varis wants to sweep but no luck.
Westen has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Varis is proving hard to escape from.
Westen wants to pass the guard but Varis is keeping the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Westen stays in close to Varis's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Westen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Westen sets himself, and Varis steps forward looking for the clinch! Westen avoids it this time.
Braun Westen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Braun Westen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Westen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Varis.

And that's the end of the fight!
Braun Westen showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Varis 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Janne Varis!

Event: Just some fights 27
Date: Apr 30, 2025

#R1#
Theorist moves out of range of the strikes.
Theorist seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Theorist keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from St. Clair.
Theorist slips a jab and a cross from St. Clair.
Theorist moves away from the strike by St. Clair.
St. Clair swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair moves in looking to clinch but Theorist pushes him off.
Theorist appears to be looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
St. Clair swings away with a body shot that misses
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Theorist.
Theorist appears to be looking for a big counter.
Theorist checks a leg kick. #T1#
St. Clair lands with an uppercut that bounces Theorist off the cage and back into range.
St. Clair throws an overhand right that lands on Theorist's shoulder, as Theorist tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Theorist was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
St. Clair throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
St. Clair motions for Theorist to come forward. St. Clair throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Theorist was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
St. Clair thows a leg kick but Theorist checks it
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Theorist defending well as St. Clair loads up on a big left hand.
Theorist slips under a jab from St. Clair.
St. Clair lands a body shot.
Theorist has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Samoan Fight City Team in the buildup to the fight.
St. Clair throws a wild body kick that Theorist sees coming a mile off.
Theorist went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
St. Clair jabs Theorist to the body, keeping him at a distance.
St. Clair chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Theorist is working the combinations to good effect here.
Jab from St. Clair.#CUT2#It looks like Conspiracy Theorist has been cut.#T3#
Theorist keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Theorist throws a big counter combination but St. Clair scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
St. Clair wants to clinch
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
Raleigh St. Clair seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
St. Clair misses with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
St. Clair lands a leg kick that knocks Theorist off balance momentarily.
St. Clair tries to clinch
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair throws a leg kick
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
St. Clair closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Theorist breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
St. Clair wants to clinch
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair misses with an uppercut
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair misses with an uppercut
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
Jab from St. Clair.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conspiracy Theorist dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Conspiracy Theorist's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
St. Clair throws an off balance right hand
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair connects with a good right hand that stumbles Theorist. Theorist circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
St. Clair throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Theorist has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Theorist takes one on the chin but seems OK.
St. Clair closes the distance but Theorist moves to the side
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Theorist is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that St. Clair can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
St. Clair misses with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair. #T1#
St. Clair throws an off balance right hand
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair looks to throw a body kick
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
A low kick from St. Clair misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair misses with a leg kick
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Conspiracy Theorist is winning the standup battle so far.
St. Clair moves to clinch but Theorist breaks away
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
St. Clair throws an off balance right hand
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.#T2#
St. Clair throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair scores with a nice head shot.
St. Clair misses with a combination
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair misses with an uppercut
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair wants to clinch
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair misses the body punch
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair. #T3#
A low kick from St. Clair is predictable there
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
St. Clair has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
St. Clair displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
St. Clair lands a front kick.
St. Clair throws a leg kick
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair swings widly with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
St. Clair throws a lazy uppercut
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Conspiracy Theorist is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T4#
St. Clair throws a sloppy body shot
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair throws a lazy uppercut
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair lands with a right hand.
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair throws a leg kick that is checked
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
St. Clair throws a push kick but Theorist slaps the foot to one side.
Theorist throws a big counter combination but St. Clair scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conspiracy Theorist dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Conspiracy Theorist's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
St. Clair misses with a left hand
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A shot to the body from St. Clair misses
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair throws a leg kick
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair swings widly with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
St. Clair misses with a hook
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair throws an off balance right hand
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair misses with a left hand
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.#T1#
St. Clair throws a leg kick
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair throws a right hand that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair throws a body kick that misses
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair throws a lazy head kick
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair throws a right hand that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
St. Clair throws a sloppy head kick and Theorist moves out of range easily.
St. Clair throws a lazy body kick
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body. #T2#
St. Clair throws a body kick that misses
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair misses with an uppercut
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair throws a leg kick
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair throws a right hand that misses
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body. #T3#
Theorist takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
St. Clair throws a lazy uppercut
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair throws an off balance right hand
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
St. Clair throws a leg kick
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
St. Clair misses with a body punch
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo. #T4#
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair misses with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair throws a right hand that misses
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair throws a lazy uppercut
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
St. Clair misses with an uppercut
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conspiracy Theorist clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Conspiracy Theorist's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
St. Clair swings widly with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair scores with a crisp jab that stopped Theorist in his tracks.
St. Clair throws an off balance right hand
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair misses with a body shot
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair misses with a lunging right hand
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
St. Clair misses with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair throws an off balance right hand
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by St. Clair.
St. Clair lands a leg kick that knocks Theorist off balance momentarily.
St. Clair wants to clinch but Theorist slips to the side
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair misses the body punch
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair darts in trying to clinch
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body. #T2#
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot to the body from St. Clair misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair throws a right hand that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair misses with an uppercut
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
A low kick from St. Clair misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair misses with a jab to the body
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair throws an off balance right hand
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T3#
St. Clair misses with a lunging right hand
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair misses with a lunging right hand
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair throws a lazy uppercut
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair throws a right hand that misses
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
A low kick from St. Clair is predictable there
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
St. Clair sizes up Theorist with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
St. Clair misses with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body. #T4#
St. Clair throws a leg kick
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Theorist gets cracked there but stands up to it.
St. Clair throws a right hand that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair misses with a shot to the body
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
St. Clair misses with a hook
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conspiracy Theorist had his way with Raleigh St. Clair in that round.
The cut man is working on Conspiracy Theorist's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
St. Clair rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
A shot to the body from St. Clair misses
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair thows a leg kick but Theorist checks it
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair throws a lazy body kick
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair throws a leg kick
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
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!
St. Clair wants to clinch but Theorist slips to the side
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Theorist takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
St. Clair misses with a hook
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body. #T1#
St. Clair throws an off balance right hand
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair wants to clinch
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair misses with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair throws a body kick that misses
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
St. Clair misses with a lunging right hand
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt. #T2#
St. Clair throws a right hand that misses
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
Raleigh St. Clair has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
St. Clair throws a predictable looking body shot
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings St. Clair.
St. Clair scores with a jab. Theorist acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
St. Clair tries to clinch
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair throws a lazy head kick
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.#T3#
St. Clair misses with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
A lazy body kick from St. Clair
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
St. Clair throws a right hand that misses
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
A low kick from St. Clair misses
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
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!
St. Clair feints a jab promting Theorist to slip. St. Clair then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Theorist slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
St. Clair misses with a right hand
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body. #T4#
St. Clair misses with a body punch
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
St. Clair throws an off balance right hand
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. St. Clair will be more careful next time no doubt.
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
St. Clair misses with a hook
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has St. Clair backing up. St. Clair nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
St. Clair throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.

And that's the end of the fight!
Conspiracy Theorist showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Theorist, 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 50:42
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 50:43
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 50:42

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Conspiracy Theorist!
Conspiracy Theorist retains his lightweight title!
A victorious Conspiracy Theorist thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: GAMMA#1156 Kurt v Jai
Date: Apr 19, 2025

#R1#
Hulk shoots in but Posey avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hulk slips a straight right by Posey .
Hulk drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Posey defends it well.
Hulk shoots for a double leg takedown but Posey sprawls well. He's pushed Hulk's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hulk fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Buster Posey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Iranian Hulk.
Hulk shoots in looking for a takedown but Posey manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hulk's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hulk shoots in looking for a takedown. Posey tries to sprawl out of it but Hulk keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Posey manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
An attempted straight right counter from Posey misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Posey cracks Hulk with a good jab.#T1##TD2#
Hulk shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hulk was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Hulk wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Posey , who protects the arm well.
Hulk prevents Posey from escaping the position.
Posey dodges the ground and pound from Hulk.#ES#
Posey bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Posey throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hulk with a poor takedown
and Posey counters with a straight right hand.
Posey stuffs the takedown attempt from Hulk. Hulk gets slowly back to his feet.
Posey swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#KD#
Posey lands a big head kick that sends Hulk tumbling to the mat! Posey takes a step backwards and waves Hulk back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Hulk is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Iranian Hulk has been cut.
Posey closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Hulk out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Buster Posey !
Buster Posey 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: WOVA Fight Night: Unchained
Date: Apr 13, 2025

#R1#
Tupua pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Jackson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tupua blocks a body shot from Jackson.
Tupua is trying to break free.
Tupua tries to break the clinch but Jackson is controlling the position.
Tupua 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.
Jackson misses with a punch on the inside.
Tupua tries to break the clinch but Jackson is controlling the position.
Jackson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Jackson.
Jackson has a couple of punches blocked by Tupua.
Jackson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson scores with a shoulder strike.
Jackson lands a shoulder strike.
Tupua is trying to push Jackson away but Jackson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Tupua wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Jackson has him pressed against the cage.
Tupua working hard to break the clinch.
Tupua wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T1#
Jackson lands a shot to the body.
Jackson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tupua looks winded!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jackson.#CUT#It looks like Opetaia Far Tupua has been cut.
Jackson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Jackson on the inside.
Nice body punch from Jackson.
A right hand to the body from Jackson.
Good body shot from Jackson.
Jackson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tupuas head.
Nice body punch from Jackson - that landed with a thud.
Jackson scores with a shot to the side of Tupua's head. #ROC#Tupua is rocked!
Jackson lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Tupua to his knees! Jackson keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jaylin Jackson!
Jaylin Jackson thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WOVA Fight Night: Unchained
Date: Apr 13, 2025

#R1#
Spaliv shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Manuelsio counters with a nice uppercut.
Spaliv shoots for a double leg takedown but Manuelsio sprawls well. He's pushed Spaliv's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A little jabbing left from Manuelsio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Spaliv fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mika Spaliv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Manuelsio bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Spaliv's head backwards.#CUT2#It looks like Mika Spaliv has been cut.
Spaliv throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Manuelsio's waist but Manuelsio gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Spaliv off to one side.
Spaliv takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Spaliv with a lazy takedown attempt #KD2#
and Manuelsio counters with a nice right hand that sends Spaliv toppling to the canvas! Spaliv scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Manuelsio finish him?!#ROC2#Spaliv is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spaliv has his takedown stuffed
and Manuelsio counters with a crisp right that sends Spaliv to the canvas! Manuelsio follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aeweaoi Manuelsio!
During a confident post fight interview, Aeweaoi Manuelsio thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: GAMMA#1148 Buster v Wusan
Date: Mar 22, 2025

#R1#
Francis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice defenses there by Posey .
Posey tries to counter with a takedown but Francis is quick to defend against it.
Posey has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Samoan Fight City Team in the buildup to the fight.
Francis throws a looping overhand right but Posey ducks down to avoid it.
Francis throws a series of punches but Posey avoids them all with ease.
Francis with a hook.
Francis loads up on a big right hand but Posey slips the punch.
Posey changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Francis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Posey manages to avoid it.
Posey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Francis looks to land a left hand but Posey moved out of range nicely.
Francis bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T1#
Posey takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Francis throws the left hand but Posey avoids the punch easily.
Posey half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Posey slips a jab from Francis.
Posey changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Francis waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Posey .
Francis throws a leg kick but Posey checks it.
Posey drops down looking for a counter takedown but Francis sprawls and moves away.
Francis throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Francis. Posey shrugs it off though.
Francis misses with an uppercut.
Posey tries to counter with a takedown but Francis is quick to defend against it.#T2#
A jab from Francis finds it's way through Posey 's defenses.
Francis jabs Posey to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Francis throws a head kick that misses.
Posey attempts a counter takedown but Francis avoids it well and moves away.
Posey checks a low kick from Francis.
Francis tests Posey 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Francis swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Posey drops down looking for a counter takedown but Francis sprawls and moves away.
A big left from Francis misses.
Jayson Francis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Francis throws a jab when Posey was well out of range.
Francis has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Francis lands with a right hand.
Francis takes a swing at Posey 's ribcage but misses.
A jab lands there for Francis.
Francis throws a push kick but Posey slaps the foot to one side.
Posey attempts a counter takedown but Francis avoids it well and moves away.
Posey on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Francis throws a jab when Posey was well out of range.
Posey tries to counter with a takedown but Francis is quick to defend against it.
Francis misses with a body kick.
Posey drops down looking for a counter takedown but Francis sprawls and moves away.#T4#
Francis takes a swing at Posey 's ribcage but misses.
Francis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Posey half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Posey blocks a jab.
Posey attempts a counter takedown but Francis avoids it well and moves away.
Posey uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Francis.
Francis throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A jab from Francis misses.
Posey changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Posey checks the leg kick nicely there.
Posey half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Posey moves away from the strike by Francis.
Posey feinted with a counter takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jayson Francis dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Francis looks to throw the jab but Posey is out of range.
Francis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fighters circling - Francis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Posey half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Francis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Francis lands a lovely overhand right.
Francis with a nice calf kick.
Francis thuds a left hand into Posey 's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Francis pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Francis misses with a body kick. #T1#
Francis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Posey takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT2#It looks like Buster Posey has been cut.
Posey takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Francis wants to slow Posey down by chopping away at his legs.
Posey half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Posey walks forward, straight into a front kick from Francis.
Francis is looking to score with low kicks.
Francis throws a big shot that misses.
Posey ducks under a wild hook from Francis.
Posey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
Francis misses with a hook. Posey ducked under it nicely.
Francis throws a big shot that misses.
Nice shot lands for Francis.
Posey bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Francis throws a body shot but no joy.
A punch lands to the side of Posey 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The fighters circle momentarily. Francis darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Posey checks a leg kick.
Francis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Posey checks it well.
Francis uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Posey has time to react.
Posey checks a leg kick.
Posey on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Posey avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Posey moves out of range of the strikes.
Francis throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T4#
Francis thuds a left hand into Posey 's body.
Francis looks to throw the jab but Posey is out of range.
Francis misses with a looping right.
Posey 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.
Francis lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Francis misses with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Francis attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Francis connects with an inside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jayson Francis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Buster Posey '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. This is the final round!#R3#
Posey blocks a low kick nicely.
Francis throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Posey counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Francis! #SU#
Posey decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Jayson Francis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Posey takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Francis misses with a body kick.
Posey feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot lands for Francis.
Francis swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Posey .#T1#
Posey checks a leg kick.
Posey half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Francis connects with a single shot there.
Francis misses with the combination.
Posey changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Posey takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A slow jab from Francis misses its intended target.
Francis looks to land a right hand but Posey moved out of range.
Posey feinted with a counter takedown.#T2#
Francis looks to land a left hand but Posey moved out of range nicely.
Francis misses with an uppercut. Posey saw that one coming.
Posey feinted with a counter takedown.
Posey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Posey drops down looking for a counter takedown but Francis sprawls and moves away.
Francis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Posey feinted with a counter takedown.
Francis throws a sloppy head kick and Posey moves out of range easily.
Good leg kick by Francis.
Posey ducks under a wild hook from Francis.
Posey tries to counter with a takedown but Francis is quick to defend against it.#T3#
Francis throws a push kick but Posey slaps the foot to one side.
Francis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Francis throws a shot from downtown. Posey moves away and avoids it.
Posey attempts a counter takedown but Francis avoids it well and moves away.
Posey avoids the head kick by Francis.
Posey attempts a counter takedown but Francis avoids it well and moves away.
Francis throws a hook but Posey avoids it easily.
Posey half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice shot lands for Francis.
Francis throws the left hand but Posey avoids the punch easily.
Posey changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
An inside leg kick from Francis misses.
Posey feinted with a counter takedown.
Buster Posey is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T4#
Francis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Posey feinted with a counter takedown.
Francis looks for the body kick but Posey saw that one coming.
Francis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Posey feinted with a counter takedown.
Francis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Posey changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jayson Francis is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Francis throws a shot from downtown. Posey moves away and avoids it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Francis throws a shot from downtown. Posey moves away and avoids it.
Francis stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jayson Francis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Francis 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 25:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 25:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 25:30

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

Event: Just some fights 19
Date: Mar 22, 2025

#R1#
Calvin with a poor takedown
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Calvin dives in and grabs Theorist's left leg, looking for a takedown. Theorist pushes down on Calvin's head and hops out.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Calvin tries for a takedown but Theorist sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Scott Calvin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Calvin with a jab.
Calvin misses with a double jab
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
Calvin 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.
Scott Calvin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Theorist avoids a punch combination nicely.
Calvin misses with a few strikes there.
Sloppy strikes from Calvin. Those never looked like landing.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Calvin tries for a takedown but Theorist circles away easily
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Calvin throws a body shot but no joy.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Theorist defending well as Calvin loads up on a big left hand.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Theorist displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Calvin.
As Calvin backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Calvin manages to avoid it all.#T1#
Calvin misses with a takedown attempt - Theorist sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Calvin misses with a body shot
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
Calvin closes the distance and clinches up with Theorist, looking for a takedown. Calvin pushes Theorist against the cage but Theorist circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Calvin. Theorist does a little dance to reset his feet.
Calvin goes for a double leg but Theorist avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Theorist continues to drive forward.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Calvin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#BC2#
Theorist manages to break the clinch.
Calvin misses with a left hand
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Calvin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Theorist was well out of range. Poor timing from Calvin.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Calvin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Calvin throws a combination that misses
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Calvin will be more careful next time no doubt.
Calvin shoots in but Theorist avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Calvin goes for a double leg but Theorist avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Theorist continues to drive forward.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Calvin drops down looking for an ankle pick but Theorist pulls his leg out and moves away. #T2#
A right-left combo lands from Calvin.
Calvin is breathing heavily.
Calvin throws a poor cross that misses
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Theorist moves away from the strike by Calvin.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Calvin misses with a combination
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
Calvin misses with a double jab
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Calvin will be more careful next time no doubt.
Calvin doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Calvin misses with a wild body shot.
Calvin tries for a takedown but Theorist circles away easily
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.#T3##TD#
Calvin shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Calvin showed some decent athleticism there.
Calvin wants to control but Theorist is keeping him busy.
Theorist pushes Calvin off looking to stand but Calvin dives back in and keeps control.
Nice strikes from Calvin there.
Calvin prevents Theorist from standing back up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Calvin lands a nice short elbow.
Calvin stops Theorist from getting back to his feet. #T4#
Calvin thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nice strikes from Calvin there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Calvin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Theorist keeps working.
Theorist is trying to stand back up but Calvin is controlling him
Theorist blocking the ground and pound attempt from Calvin.
Calvin winds up and cracks Theorist with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Calvin missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Calvin prevents Theorist from standing back up.
Calvin not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Theorist wants to get back to his feet.
Calvin thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Theorist has hold of Calvin's hands but Calvin slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Theorist tries to kick Calvin off but Calvin keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Calvin scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Calvin stops Theorist from getting back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conspiracy Theorist dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Calvin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Theorist stuffs the takedown.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Calvin misses the shot to the body.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Calvin darts in looking for a takedown but Theorist gets double underhooks and turns Calvin into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Scott Calvin. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Theorist breaks the clinch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Calvin or perhaps it was just good defense by Theorist, which made it look bad.
As Calvin backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Calvin manages to avoid it all.
Calvin misses with a takedown attempt
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Calvin darts in looking for a takedown but Theorist gets double underhooks and turns Calvin into the cage.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Calvin tries to score a body lock takedown but Theorist shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Theorist escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Calvin throws a sloppy body shot
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Calvin fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Theorist avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Theorist. No joy for Calvin on that attempt.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Scott Calvin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Calvin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Calvin throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Calvin might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Calvin looking to pass the guard.
Theorist has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Theorist wants to stand up but Calvin is controlling him.
Calvin throwing strikes from guard but Theorist blocks nicely.
Theorist wants to stand but Calvin is controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Calvin shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Theorist defends it nicely.#T2#
Theorist stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Theorist wants it to stay on the feet.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Calvin with a poor takedown
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #TD#
Calvin bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Theorist wants to get back to his feet but Calvin drags him back down.
Calvin working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Theorist is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Check out the look on Calvin's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Theorist tries to escape but Calvin is in control. #T3#
Calvin lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Theorist tries to escape but Calvin is in control.
Calvin creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Theorist sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Theorist wants to get back to his feet.
Calvin throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Theorist is trying to get back to his feet.
Calvin throws an elbow but Theorist slips to the side and avoids it well.
Calvin tries to score with some ground and pound. Theorist controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Theorist wants to get back to his feet but Calvin drags him back down.#T4#
Calvin misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Scott Calvin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Theorist takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Theorist is trying to get back to his feet.
Calvin misses with the ground and pound.
Theorist wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Calvin in side control lands a decent elbow.
Calvin working the ground and pound but Theorist is defending the strikes.
Theorist is pushing Calvin's head away, looking to escape. Calvin manages to hold on to the position though.
Calvin throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Theorist parries the strikes from Calvin easily there. Calvin is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Theorist to escape.
Theorist is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Calvin asserts his dominance and retains side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Scott Calvin will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Calvin darts in looking for a takedown but Theorist gets double underhooks and turns Calvin into the cage. #BC2#
Theorist breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Calvin throws a series of punches but Theorist moves out of range.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Calvin fails with a takedown attempt.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Calvin shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Calvin will be more careful next time no doubt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Scott Calvin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Calvin looks for a takedown but Theorist sprawls well.
Calvin shoots for a double leg takedown but Theorist sprawls well. He's pushed Calvin's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Calvin has his takedown stuffed
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
Calvin works over Theorist's head and body with a nice combination.
Calvin shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
Calvin is looking to wear down Theorist with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
Theorist slaps away a takedown attempt from Calvin, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Calvin darts in looking for a takedown but Theorist gets double underhooks and turns Calvin into the cage.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Calvin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#BC2#
Theorist's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Calvin fails with the takedown
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Calvin will be more careful next time no doubt.
Calvin misses with a takedown
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Calvin looks to score with a jab to the body but Theorist is just out of range.
Calvin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Calvin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Calvin gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Calvin. #T2#
Theorist displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Calvin.
Conspiracy Theorist is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Calvin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Calvin has his takedown stuffed
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
Calvin looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Theorist as he avoids it easily.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Calvin swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Calvin misses the body punch
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Calvin will be more careful next time no doubt.
Theorist displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Calvin.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Calvin gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown but Theorist shows good takedown defense. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Calvin. Theorist does a little dance to reset his feet.
Calvin shoots in but Theorist avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Calvin misses with a takedown
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Calvin fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Calvin tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Theorist defends well and Calvin ends up having to push Theorist into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Theorist gets underhooks to prevent Calvin's takedown attempt. #BC2#
Theorist breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Calvin shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Calvin looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T4#
Calvin shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Theorist but Theorist pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Theorist as he avoids it easily.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Calvin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Calvin shoots and misses
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Calvin misses with a takedown
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
Calvin fails with the takedown
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Calvin closes the distance and clinches up with Theorist, looking for a takedown. Calvin pushes Theorist against the cage but Theorist circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Calvin misses with a takedown
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Calvin throws a left and a right that both miss
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conspiracy Theorist really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Calvin fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Calvin has his takedown stuffed
and Theorist counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Calvin shoots for a double leg takedown but Theorist sprawls well. He's pushed Calvin's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Scott Calvin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Calvin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Theorist's waist but Theorist gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Calvin off to one side.
Calvin throws a lazy uppercut
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Theorist. No joy for Calvin on that attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Theorist as Calvin shoots in.
As Calvin backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Calvin manages to avoid it all.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Calvin tries for a takedown but Theorist sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Calvin shoots in but Theorist avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Calvin fails to land the takedown.#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Theorist as Calvin shoots in.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Calvin looks to throw the jab but Theorist is out of range.
Calvin tries to score a power double leg takedown but Theorist sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Calvin somewhat.
Theorist keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown but Theorist shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Calvin shoots in but no luck this time.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Theorist keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Calvin.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Calvin tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Theorist swivels and escapes.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T2#
Theorist slaps away a takedown attempt from Calvin, before circling back to the center of the mat.
As Calvin backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Calvin manages to avoid it all.
Theorist defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Calvin.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Calvin swinging wildly here.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Calvin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Theorist manages to avoid it.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Calvin goes for a double leg but Theorist avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Theorist continues to drive forward.#BC2#
Theorist breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Calvin with a poor takedown
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
Theorist defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Calvin.
Theorist slips a jab and a cross from Calvin.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Theorist stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Theorist wants it to stay on the feet.#T3#
Calvin looks to land a combination but Theorist avoids it well.
Calvin looks to score with a jab to the body but Theorist is just out of range.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Calvin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Calvin is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Theorist's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Calvin misses with a looping right.
Calvin fails with a takedown attempt.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Theorist as he avoids it easily.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Calvin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Theorist stuffs the takedown attempt from Calvin. Calvin gets slowly back to his feet.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Calvin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Theorist's waist but Theorist gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Calvin off to one side.
Calvin with a poor takedown
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Calvin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Calvin fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
As Calvin backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Calvin manages to avoid it all.#T4#
Calvin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Theorist circles away quickly and effectively.
Theorist stuffs the takedown.
Calvin dives in for a single leg takedown but Theorist sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.#BC2#
Theorist breaks from the clinch.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Theorist as he jumps to the side.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Theorist but Theorist pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Calvin tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Theorist defends well and Calvin ends up having to push Theorist into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC2#
Theorist pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Calvin fails with the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Conspiracy Theorist dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Calvin shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Theorist sprawls well. Theorist wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Calvin gets slowly back to his feet.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Calvin fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
As Calvin backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Calvin manages to avoid it all.
Calvin is trying hard to land a takedown here. Theorist sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Scott Calvin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Calvin shoots in but no luck this time.
Theorist defending well as Calvin loads up on a big left hand.
Calvin fails with a takedown attempt.
Theorist unleashes a big counter combination but Calvin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Theorist avoids a punch combination nicely.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Theorist is working the combinations to good effect here.
Calvin throws a left and a right that both miss
and Theorist counters with a two punch combo.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Calvin throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
As Calvin backs off Theorist throws a huge counter combo but Calvin manages to avoid it all.#T1#
Calvin darts in looking for a takedown but Theorist gets double underhooks and turns Calvin into the cage.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#BC2#
Theorist breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Calvin gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Calvin will be more careful next time no doubt.
Calvin misses the body punch
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Theorist leaves Calvin with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Calvin fails with the takedown
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Theorist as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Calvin drives through with a takedown into Theorist's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
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!
Theorist wants to get back to his feet but Calvin is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T2#
Calvin throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Calvin prevents Theorist from getting back to his feet.
Theorist working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Calvin.
Calvin won't allow Theorist to get back to his feet.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Calvin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Theorist swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Theorist wants to stand and escape but Calvin is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Calvin looks for a takedown but Theorist sprawls well.
Theorist throws a counter combo.
Theorist keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3#
Calvin closes the distance and clinches up with Theorist, looking for a takedown. Calvin pushes Theorist against the cage but Theorist circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Theorist stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Theorist wants it to stay on the feet.
Theorist is looking for the big counter here.
Theorist stuffs the takedown.
Calvin with a lazy takedown attempt
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Calvin with a poor takedown
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Calvin will be more careful next time no doubt.
Calvin shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Theorist as he avoids it easily.
Theorist lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Calvin tries for a takedown but Theorist circles away easily
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Calvin.
Calvin misses with a takedown
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Calvin dives in for a single leg takedown but Theorist sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Theorist throws a counter combo.#BC2#
Theorist manages to break the clinch. #T4#
Calvin shoots in and drives through. Theorist sprawls well.
Calvin with a poor takedown
and Theorist counters with a series of strikes. Calvin will be more careful next time no doubt.
Calvin misses with a takedown attempt
and Theorist counters with a three punch combo that has Calvin backing up. Calvin nods at Theorist to acknowledge the strikes.
Calvin gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Theorist counters with a left and a right that stings Calvin.
Calvin misses with a combination
and Theorist counters with a one-two to the body.
Calvin misses with a takedown attempt - Theorist sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Calvin misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Theorist is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Scott Calvin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Theorist avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Despite the aggression on Theorist's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.

And that's the end of the fight!
Conspiracy Theorist comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Theorist 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 46:50
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 46:50
Judge Roosa J�rvil�inen scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Conspiracy Theorist!
Conspiracy Theorist is the new lightweight champion!
After winning the bout, Conspiracy Theorist thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: GAMMA#1145 Hawk v Alexey
Date: Mar 15, 2025

#R1##TD#
Taïa shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Taïa showed some decent athleticism there.
Taïa is looking to take a break and control but King is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
King is trying to get back to full guard.
King is trying to maintain the position but Taïa is very close to passing his half guard.
King tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
King has hold of Taïa's hands but Taïa slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Taïa working King over with strikes.
Taïa 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.
Taïa looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks King with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
King is trying to maintain the position but Taïa is very close to passing his half guard.
Taïa winds up and cracks King with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
King is trying to get back to full guard.
King trying to control from the bottom.
King wants to improve his position but Taïa is controlling well.
Taïa lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
King wants to improve his position but Taïa is controlling well. #T1#
Taïa working King over with strikes.
Taïa is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, King is hurt! He's hurt bad - Taïa fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save King from any more punishment! Congratulations to Taïa! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Baariq Taïa!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 13, 2025

#R1#
Tupua throws a head kick but Brown moves out of range. #CL2#
Brown closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Brown misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tupua wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Brown lands a nice shot to the body.
Tupua wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Brown has him pressed against the cage.
Brown prevents Tupua from breaking the clinch.
Tupua's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Brown softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Brown works on Tupua's body with a couple of short punches.
Tupua wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Brown has him pressed against the cage.
Tupua wants to break the clinch but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown pushes Tupua back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Brown lands a left hand.
Tupua is trying to break free.
Brown cracks Tupua with a nice body shot.
Tupua is breathing heavily.
Brown softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Brown softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
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!
Brown lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tupua backwards. #T1#
A nice left hand lands by Brown.
Brown tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tupua's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Brown.#ROC2#Tupua is rocked!
Brown unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Tupua! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Brown is unloading with more strikes now! Tupua drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zay Brown!

Event: GAMMA#1143 Super v Kurt
Date: Mar 08, 2025

#R1#
Santo Amaro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hoddle uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle unleashes a big counter combination but Santo Amaro bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Santo Amaro throws a series of punches but Hoddle moves out of range.
As Santo Amaro backs off Hoddle throws a huge counter combo but Santo Amaro manages to avoid it all.
Santo Amaro tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hoddle is looking for the big counter here.
Santo Amaro feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hoddles jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Santo Amaro works Hoddle's body with a nice hook.
Santo Amaro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hoddle is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Santo Amaro scores with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santo Amaro misses with a low kick.
Hoddle is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Santo Amaro tried to score with a low kick but Hoddle checks it.
Hoddle unleashes a big counter combination but Santo Amaro bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Hoddle looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Santo Amaro looks to land a body kick but Hoddle moved away.#T1#
Santo Amaro misses with an attempted mid kick.
As Santo Amaro backs off Hoddle throws a huge counter combo but Santo Amaro manages to avoid it all.
Santo Amaro fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Hoddle is out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Santo Amaro. That's going to slow Hoddle down.
Santo Amaro swings for the body but Hoddle moves out of range.
Hoddle needs to keep his hands up - Santo Amaro had a free shot at his head there.
Santo Amaro's corner calls for a 1-2. Santo Amaro obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Santo Amaro misses with a body kick.
Hoddle takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hoddle walks into a stiff left hand from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Santo Amaro. Hoddle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Junqueiro Santo Amaro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Santo Amaro scores with a shot to the body.
Santo Amaro fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hoddle.
Hoddle moves out of range of the strikes.
Santo Amaro with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Santo Amaro bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Santo Amaro cracks Hoddle with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Santo Amaro connects with the punch.
Santo Amaro looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Santo Amaro jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Santo Amaro throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Santo Amaro. Hoddle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Despite the aggression on Hoddle's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Santo Amaro lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Santo Amaro misses with a kick to the body
and Hoddle counters with a series of strikes. Santo Amaro will be more careful next time no doubt.
Hoddle uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Santo Amaro scores with a decent looking hook.
Hoddle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Santo Amaro.
As Santo Amaro backs off Hoddle throws a huge counter combo but Santo Amaro manages to avoid it all.
Santo Amaro lands a jab to the head.
Santo Amaro digs a good hook to Hoddle's body.
Santo Amaro is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A bone on bone clash there as Hoddle blocks the leg kick.
As Santo Amaro backs off Hoddle throws a huge counter combo but Santo Amaro manages to avoid it all.
Santo Amaro throws a shot from downtown. Hoddle moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Hoddle walks into a left hand.
Hoddle takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hoddle moves away from the strike by Santo Amaro.
Hoddle is looking for the big counter here.
Santo Amaro connects with a jab.
Santo Amaro swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hoddle counters with a one-two to the body.
Hoddle stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro lands a jab to the nose.
Santo Amaro throws a body shot but no joy.
Santo Amaro misses with a looping right.
Hoddle avoids the body shot from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle is looking for the big counter here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Junqueiro Santo Amaro dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Santo Amaro throws a body shot but no joy.
Hoddle unleashes a big counter combination but Santo Amaro bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Santo Amaro catches Hoddle with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Hoddle avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Santo Amaro lands a leg kick that knocks Hoddle off balance momentarily.
Hoddle slips a jab from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle 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.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Hoddle checks a leg kick.
Hoddle unleashes a big counter combination but Santo Amaro bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Santo Amaro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Santo Amaro backs off Hoddle throws a huge counter combo but Santo Amaro manages to avoid it all.
Santo Amaro wants to slow Hoddle down by chopping away at his legs.
Santo Amaro throws a good cross that connects.
Santo Amaro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hoddle can do to turn this around?
Santo Amaro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hoddle sees it coming and avoids it easily.
As Santo Amaro backs off Hoddle throws a huge counter combo but Santo Amaro manages to avoid it all.#T1#
Santo Amaro chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Santo Amaro pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hoddle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Santo Amaro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hoddle.
Hoddle unleashes a big counter combination but Santo Amaro bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Hoddle slips under a jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Santo Amaro. That's going to slow Hoddle down.
Santo Amaro explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Hoddle's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Santo Amaro goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Hoddle throws a counter combo.
Santo Amaro is looking to slow Hoddle down with leg kicks.
Santo Amaro throws a leg kick that is checked
and Hoddle counters with a one-two to the body. #T2#
Santo Amaro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hoddle slips a straight right by Santo Amaro.
Hoddle is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Santo Amaro misses the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Santo Amaro. Hoddle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Santo Amaro is looking to slow Hoddle down with leg kicks.
Santo Amaro looks to land a body kick but Hoddle moved away.
As Santo Amaro backs off Hoddle throws a huge counter combo but Santo Amaro manages to avoid it all.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Santo Amaro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hoddle slips a jab from Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro tries to land a front kick but Hoddle steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Hoddle is looking for the big counter here.
Junqueiro Santo Amaro is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Santo Amaro lands a jab.#CL#
Santo Amaro fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hoddle, pushing him back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Santo Amaro lands a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Santo Amaro creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Hoddle breaks from the clinch.
Hoddle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hoddle moves out of range of the leg kick from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Santo Amaro lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Santo Amaro cracks a nice hook into Hoddle's ribs.
Hoddle blocks a low kick nicely.
Hoddle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T4#
Hoddle keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle is looking for the big counter here.
Santo Amaro throws a push kick but Hoddle slaps the foot to one side.
Santo Amaro throws a hook but Hoddle blocks it.
Hoddle is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Santo Amaro scores with a nice right hand.
Santo Amaro connects with a jab.
Santo Amaro with a nice calf kick.
Hoddle avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Santo Amaro throws a leg kick that is checked
and Hoddle counters with a two punch combo.
A slow jab from Santo Amaro misses its intended target.
Santo Amaro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hoddle is looking for the big counter here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Junqueiro Santo Amaro dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Santo Amaro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Junqueiro Santo Amaro is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Santo Amaro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hoddle.
Hoddle unleashes a big counter combination but Santo Amaro bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Hoddle walks into a stiff left hand from Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro wants to clinch up but Hoddle keeps it at a distance.
Santo Amaro throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Hoddle throws a counter combo.
Santo Amaro with a jab.
Santo Amaro misses with an uppercut. Hoddle saw that one coming.
Hoddle unleashes a big counter combination but Santo Amaro bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santo Amaro throws a jab but it's blocked by Hoddle.
Hoddle throws a counter combo.
Santo Amaro lands a jab to the nose.
Hoddle ducks under a wild hook from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T1#
Santo Amaro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hoddle.
Santo Amaro throws a chopping leg kick but Hoddle manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Santo Amaro tried to score with a low kick but Hoddle checks it.
Santo Amaro turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hoddle ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hoddle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Santo Amaro lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hoddle's sensitive parts.
Santo Amaro connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Santo Amaro feints and then cracks Hoddle's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hoddle down.
A swing and a miss from Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hoddle. #T2#
The crowd cheers as Santo Amaro lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hoddle doesn't seem phased though.
Santo Amaro misses the shot to the body.
Santo Amaro misses the jab.
Hoddle unleashes a big counter combination but Santo Amaro bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A swing and a miss from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Hoddle moves out of range of the body kick.
Hoddle avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Santo Amaro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hoddle is looking for the big counter here.
Santo Amaro smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A good leg kick by Santo Amaro.
Hoddle takes one to the side of the head. #T3#
Hoddle sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Santo Amaro misses with a body shot.
Hoddle is looking for the big counter here.
Santo Amaro looks to score with a jab to the body but Hoddle is just out of range.
Hoddle steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Santo Amaro.
Hoddle is looking for the big counter here.
Santo Amaro jabs Hoddle right on the nose. Hoddle blinks but takes it well.
Hoddle has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Santo Amaro loads up on a big right hand but Hoddle slips the punch.
As Santo Amaro backs off Hoddle throws a huge counter combo but Santo Amaro manages to avoid it all.
A big right from Santo Amaro misses.
Santo Amaro connects with a body shot.
Santo Amaro throws a front kick that sends Hoddle stumbling back into the cage.
Santo Amaro misses with an uppercut.
Hoddle is looking for the big counter here.#T4#
Santo Amaro stalks Hoddle and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Hoddle's face. Hoddle staggers backwards, shaken.
Santo Amaro scores with a nice body kick.
Santo Amaro stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A shot to the liver by Santo Amaro. Beautiful body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hoddle moves out of range of the body kick from Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Santo Amaro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hoddle moves away.
Santo Amaro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hoddle.
Santo Amaro keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:26
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:26
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Junqueiro Santo Amaro!
A relieved looking Junqueiro Santo Amaro thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Glen Hoddle stepped up to the mic, saying 'Junqueiro Santo Amaro is a bitch. A hoe. LOOK at him, he's on steroids. Juiced up to the gills. He's an Alister Overeem in the makings. he isn't good!!'.

Event: Old Man Li Needs His Juice
Date: Mar 08, 2025

#R1#
Kapusta closes the distance but Prescott moves to the side #TD#
and Prescott counters with a takedown into side control.
Prescott 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 Kapusta's shoulder. That is not cool.
Kapusta is trying to buck Prescott off.#SUB#
Prescott is working to tighten his grip on Kapusta's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Kapusta has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Prescott is really squeezing tight and eventually Kapusta passes out! Prescott breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Samuel Prescott!
During a confident post fight interview, Samuel Prescott thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Old Man Li Needs His Juice
Date: Mar 08, 2025

#R1##CL#
Viktor closes the distance and pushes Price back into the cage.#TD2#
Price is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Viktor can't fight it off and eventually Price manages to take the fight to the floor. Viktor looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Price looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Viktor keeping full guard, as Price tries to pass.
Viktor on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Viktor tries to get out of the position.
Viktor wants to stand and escape but Price is having none of it. #ES#
Viktor has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Price has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Viktor throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Viktor lands an elbow inside that Price shrugs off.
Viktor gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Price is trying to drag Viktor to the mat but Viktor just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Price jumps guard but Viktor turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Price takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#It looks like Chad Price has been cut.
Viktor lands an elbow that stopped Price in his tracks for a moment.
Viktor comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T1#
Viktor lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Viktor is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Balogh Viktor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chad Price.
Price blocks the elbow strike.
Price dodges an elbow strike from Viktor.
Price avoids the elbow strike from Viktor, against the cage.
Price blocks an elbow strike.
Viktor pushes off an throws an elbow but Price leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Price jumps guard but Viktor stands there with Price around his waist. Price gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Price takes an elbow to the forehead.
Price tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Viktor pushes off an throws an elbow but Price leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Viktor lands an elbow inside that Price shrugs off.
Viktor lands an elbow just above Price 's eye.
Viktor lands a damaging elbow. #ROC#Price is rocked!
Viktor throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Viktor pulls back and lands a big elbow that stuns Price! Viktor unloads with more strikes and Price sinks to his knees! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Balogh Viktor!
Balogh Viktor is the new featherweight champion!
A very excited looking Balogh Viktor made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: TOF 205
Date: Mar 02, 2025

#R1#
Kasparas misses with a left hand
and Pulkkinen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Gwendylyn Kasparas has been cut.
Pulkkinen with a nice calf kick.#KD#
Pulkkinen drops Kasparas with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kasparas looks back up at him and smiles so Pulkkinen waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Pulkkinen moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
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!
Pulkkinen staying out of range there.
Pulkkinen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Pulkkinen misses with a hook to the body #TD2#
and Kasparas counters with a nice double leg into side control. Pulkkinen won't be happy with that.
Kasparas lands a few punches from side control.
Pulkkinen controls the position for a moment.
Pulkkinen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kasparas wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kasparas tries to move to mount but Pulkkinen blocks the move with his legs.
The strikes coming from Kasparas are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T1#
The strikes coming from Kasparas are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Pulkkinen gets back to half guard.
Kasparas is trying to control. Pulkkinen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Pulkkinen avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kasparas.
Pulkkinen is trying is best to control the position here.
Kasparas is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Pulkkinen keeping moving, preventing Kasparas from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pulkkinen holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kasparas chips away with some ground and pound.
Kasparas trying to control the position from guard on top but Pulkkinen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pulkkinen wants to sweep but no luck.
Pulkkinen looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Kasparas throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#KD2#
Kasparas cracks Pulkkinen with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Kasparas has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Pulkkinen to stand back up!#CUT2#It looks like Sepi Pulkkinen has been cut.
Kasparas throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pulkkinen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD2#
Kasparas with a strong takedown there and he's ended up in side control. #ROC2#Pulkkinen is rocked!
Pulkkinen defending against the ground and pound.
Oh Pulkkinen is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pulkkinen struggling a bit here.
Kasparas wants to control but Pulkkinen is keeping him busy.
Pulkkinen seems to have got his legs back now.#T3#
Kasparas looking to control but instead Pulkkinen has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Kasparas missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Kasparas is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pulkkinen defends it well.
Kasparas stops Pulkkinen from getting back to his feet.
Kasparas thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Pulkkinen's head. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Pulkkinen slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kasparas tries to free his leg and advance position but Pulkkinen is retaining full guard.
Kasparas makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kasparas is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kasparas makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kasparas distracts Pulkkinen with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Pulkkinen can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kasparas controls the pace.
Kasparas wants to control from the top but Pulkkinen keeps moving. #T5##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Kasparas closes the distance and clinches.
Good body shot from Pulkkinen.
Pulkkinen struggles to land a body shot inside as Kasparas controls his hands.
Pulkkinen misses with a punch to the body.
Pulkkinen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Pulkkinen. #CUT#That has opened up Gwendylyn Kasparas's cut even more.
Pulkkinen lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kasparas backwards.
Pulkkinen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kasparas has a couple of punches blocked by Pulkkinen.
Kasparas fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T6#
Pulkkinen swings wildly with an uppercut but Kasparas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kasparas throws a knee to the head but misses.
Pulkkinen swings wildly with an uppercut but Kasparas uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pulkkinen working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Pulkkinen struggles to land a body shot inside as Kasparas controls his hands.
Kasparas misses with a punch on the inside.
Kasparas lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kasparas is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Pulkkinen to keep the fight standing.
Pulkkinen misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pulkkinen.
Pulkkinen pushes Kasparas back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Pulkkinen.
Kasparas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pulkkinen backwards. #T7#
Kasparas misses with some punches.
Kasparas prevents a body shot from Pulkkinen.
Kasparas goes for a takedown in the clinch but Pulkkinen prevents it.
Kasparas drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sepi Pulkkinen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gwendylyn Kasparas.
Pulkkinen lands with a right to the head. #CUT#The cut above Gwendylyn Kasparas's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
A nice right hand lands inside from Pulkkinen.
A head punch on the inside from Kasparas fails to land.
Kasparas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pulkkinen throws a head punch that misses.
Kasparas misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Pulkkinen.
Kasparas blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kasparas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pulkkinen cracks Kasparas with a nice body shot.#T8#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Pulkkinen creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #CUT#Gwendylyn Kasparas's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Pulkkinen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kasparas misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pulkkinen misses with a punch on the inside.
Kasparas lands with a short shot to the head.
Pulkkinen prevents a body shot from Kasparas.
A nice left hand lands by Pulkkinen.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Pulkkinen tries to throw a body punch but Kasparas avoids it by throwing Pulkkinen back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch on the inside from Kasparas fails to land.
Kasparas misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Kasparas fails to land.
Kasparas lands with a short shot to the head.
Pulkkinen misses with some punches. #T9#
Pulkkinen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pulkkinen lands an uppercut.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sepi Pulkkinen!
Sepi Pulkkinen decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SYN 1147 Inhanamoto vs. Bomber
Date: Mar 01, 2025

#R1#
Harakka swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nik misses with a body punch
and Harakka counters with a straight right hand.
Harakka throws a leg kick
and Nik counters with a stiff right hand.
Harakka throws the left hand but Nik avoids the punch easily.
Nik looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Harakka lands with a thumping leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Harakka misses.
Harakka throws a body punch but Nik moves out of range.
Harakka lands a slapping body shot.
Harakka keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Harakka is looking to score with low kicks.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Nik has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nik keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gustav Harakka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harakka is looking to chop away at Nik's legs.
Harakka looks to score with a jab to the body but Nik is just out of range.
Harakka throws a chopping leg kick but Nik manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nik! But no joy.
Harakka fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nik checks it well. #T1#
Nik throws a nice looking combination but Harakka bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Harakka is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nik.
Gustav Harakka is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nik chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Harakka can pounce on him.
Harakka throws a jab when Nik was well out of range.
Harakka throws out a powerful jab.
Harakka throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nik counters with a right hand to the body.
Nik takes one to the chin there.
Harakka tried to score with a low kick but Nik checks it.
Nik looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Harakka scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A low kick from Harakka is predictable there
letting Nik counter with a right hand.
Nik stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Harakka.
Nice defenses there by Nik.
Harakka swings for the body but Nik moves out of range.
Harakka swings for the body but Nik moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nik! But no joy.#T2#
Harakka misses with a leg kick.
Nik slips under a jab from Harakka.
Nik swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harakka pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Harakka attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nik looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Harakka tries to score with a low kick but Nik moves his leg out of the way.
As Harakka backs off Nik throws a huge counter combo but Harakka manages to avoid it all.
Harakka lands a nice shot to the body.
Nik blocks a low kick nicely.
Harakka goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nik with the counter takedown but Harakka avoids it easily.
Harakka throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Harakka is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nik.
Harakka with the inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Harakka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Harakka looks for the body kick but Nik saw that one coming.
Harakka scoring well with a low kick there. #T3#
Harakka uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nik has time to react.
Nik checks the leg kick nicely there.
Nik let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nik lunges at Harakka with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Harakka's hand.
Nik throws a body punch but Harakka moves out of range.
Harakka misses with a looping right.
Harakka tries to work over Nik's front leg with a kick but Nik checks it.
Harakka misses with a body kick.
Harakka cracks Nik with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Harakka feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Niks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice body kick from Harakka.
Harakka throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Nik to counter with a crisp jab.
Harakka misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from Nik on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Harakka tries to work over Nik's front leg with a kick but Nik checks it.
Nik throws a hook but Harakka avoids it easily.#T4#
Harakka misses with a wild body shot.
Harakka throws a poor cross that misses
and Nik counters with a left and a right that stings Harakka.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harakka takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Harakka avoids a punch combination nicely.
Harakka throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nik slips under a jab from Harakka.
Harakka lands with a shot to the body.
Harakka throws a leg kick
and Nik cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Harakka sizes up Nik with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Harakka misses with a hook
and Harakka takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Harakka lands with an overhand left.
Harakka looks to land a body kick but Nik moved away.
Nik steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Harakka.
Nik lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Nik.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gustav Harakka dominated that round.
That's time! Harakka's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Harakka rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nik counters with a straight right hand.
A slow jab from Harakka misses its intended target.
Harakka lands the left hand.
Nik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nik takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Harakka tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nik is able to avoid easily.
Nik now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nik on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Harakka. Harakka obviously looking to wear him down.
Harakka looks to throw the jab but Nik is out of range.
Harakka thows a left - swing and a miss!
Harakka lands with a good body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Harakka is predictable there
and Nik counters with a stiff right hand.
Harakka loads up on a big right hand but Nik slips the punch.
Harakka gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Harakka takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nik sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Nik might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Harakka has got the better of the exchanges.#T1#
A cross from Harakka lands.
Nik walks forward, straight into a front kick from Harakka.
Harakka misses with a leg kick
and Nik counters with a two punch combo.
Harakka tries to score with a low kick but Nik moves his leg out of the way.
Nik slips under a jab from Harakka.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nik! But no joy.
Harakka attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nik with the counter takedown but Harakka avoids it easily.
Nik avoids a kick to the body.
Nik cracks Harakka with an open hand slap.
Harakka fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nik has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nik misses with a takedown attempt - Harakka sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Harakka throws the left hand but Nik avoids the punch easily.
Harakka throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Harakka looks to land a left hand but Nik moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Harakka throws an off balance right hand
and Nik counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Harakka lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
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!#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Harakka doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Harakka prevents the takedown attempt.
Nik lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Harakka backwards.
Harakka prevents a body shot from Nik.
Harakka throws a head punch that misses.
Nik scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nik prevents a body shot from Harakka.
Harakka tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Harakka misses with a punch to the body.
Harakka misses with a punch to the body.
Harakka tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Harakka takes a shot to the head.
Nik jumps guard but Harakka stands there with Nik around his waist. Nik gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Gustav Harakka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleks Nik.#T3#
Nik tries to throw a body punch but Harakka avoids it by throwing Nik back against the cage.
Harakka working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Harakka is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nik can do to turn this around?
Nik has a couple of punches blocked by Harakka.
Nik blocks an uppercut.
Nik working aggressively here.
Harakka tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nik's elbow.
Nice body punch from Nik - that landed with a thud.
Nik blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Harakka lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Harakka misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nik is leaning against Harakka and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Harakka cracks Nik with a nice body shot.
Nik throws a punch but it's blocked by Harakka.
Nik softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nik blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Harakka struggles to land a body shot inside as Nik controls his hands.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Harakka lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Harakka lands a right hand. #T4#
Harakka tries to work over Nik's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Nik.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Harakka tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nik's elbow.
Nik fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harakka tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nik throws a head punch that misses.
A short body shot lands from Nik as the two fighters clinch.
Nik blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Harakka misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nik struggles to land a body shot inside as Harakka controls his hands.
Harakka digs a right hand into Nik's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nik's gas tank.
Harakka misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Harakka.
Nik blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Harakka tries to throw a body punch but Nik avoids it by throwing Harakka back against the cage.
Nik softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Harakka working aggressively here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nik.
Nik is trying to pull guard but Harakka turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Gustav Harakka will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Harakka throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A nice side step and Nik releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Harakka throws an off balance right hand
and Nik counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Harakka throws a right hand that misses
and Nik counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Harakka throws a body kick that misses.
Nik needs to keep his hands up - Harakka had a free shot at his head there.
Nik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Harakka.
Harakka swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Decent striking displayed by Harakka there.
Nik with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Harakka to score with a decent uppercut.
Gustav Harakka is winning the standup battle so far.
Harakka scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nik blocks a low kick nicely.
Harakka throws a shot from downtown. Nik moves away and avoids it.
Nik wants to counter the offense by Harakka and move into the clinch position.
Harakka throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nik moves away from the strike by Harakka.
Nik is looking for the big counter here.
Nik blocks the body kick.
It seemed like Nik was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Nik checks the leg kick.
Nik looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Harakka is looking to land body kicks.
Nik throws a counter combo.
Nik connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Harakka pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nik tries to counter by closing the distance.
Harakka throws a leg kick that misses.
Harakka lets loose with a powerful body kick. Nik will feel that in the morning.
Harakka misses with a leg kick
and Nik counters with a nice uppercut.
Harakka uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nik has time to react.
Nik stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Harakka.
Harakka is looking to score with low kicks.
Harakka misses with a body shot
and Nik counters with a series of strikes. Harakka will be more careful next time no doubt.
Harakka fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nik on the side of the head.
Harakka takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Harakka throws an off balance right hand
and Nik counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nik moves out of range as Harakka throws a body kick.
A lazy body kick from Harakka
enabling Nik to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Nik takes the fight into the clinch.
Harakka lands an uppercut.
Harakka misses with a punch to the body.
Harakka lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Harakka looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Nik makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Harakka lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nik lands with a short shot to the head.
Nik misses with the head strike.
Harakka prevents a body shot from Nik.
Nik's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nik tries to pull guard but Harakka holds him up against the cage and eventually Nik drops back down to his feet.
Nik blocking some punches.
Harakka can't find room to land a body shot as Nik controls the action. #T3#
Harakka works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Harakka misses with a body punch.
A short right from Nik.
Harakka swings wildly with an uppercut but Nik uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harakka lands a shoulder strike.
Nik misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Nik lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nik trying to control from half guard but Harakka is working away.
Harakka is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Harakka is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Harakka is controlling Nik's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Nik sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Harakka is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Aleks Nik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nik not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Harakka is controlling Nik's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Nik takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Nik thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Harakka's head.
Nik looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Aleks Nik.
I think Harakka has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anni Minnem�ki scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurstr�m scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gustav Harakka!
Gustav Harakka seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: ENIGMA 243
Date: Feb 23, 2025

#R1#
Kon misses with a looping right.
Piskor drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kon defends it well.
Sloppy strikes from Kon. Those never looked like landing.
Piskor is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Piskor shoots in for a takedown but Kon shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kon went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kon rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
so Piskor counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kon trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Piskor won't allow Kon to sweep him here.
Kon will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Piskor looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kon wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Piskor tries to free his leg and advance position but Kon is retaining full guard.
Piskor is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kon wants to hit a sweep here but Piskor passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kon there!
Kon is looking to improve his position but Piskor isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Kon tries to improve his position but Piskor has taken his back! Piskor has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Kon tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Piskor pushes Kon away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Zygfryd Piskor!
A relieved looking Zygfryd Piskor thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

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