Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 17, 2022

#R1##TD#
Brunson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Breedon is trying to defend but Brunson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Breedon trying to control but Brunson postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brunson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Breedon's head.
Breedon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Brunson.
Breedon is looking to control Brunson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Breedon avoid being mounted?
Brunson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Breedon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Brunson pulls his head out easily.
Breedon is looking to improve his position.
Breedon is pressing down on Brunson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Brunson postures up in Breedon's guard and throws a big left but Breedon blocks it.
Breedon is trying to control the position but Brunson postures up.
Breedon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Breedon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Brunson. #SUB2#
Breedon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Brunson defends well.
Brunson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Breedon trying to keep a closed guard but Brunson is proving a slippery customer.
Brunson is looking to work some ground and pound but Breedon has wrist control.
Brunson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Breedon escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brunson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Brunson scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Breedon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Breedon escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brunson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Brunson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Breedon is on top in guard. #REVB#
Breedon trying to control the position from guard on top but Brunson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brunson wants to stand but Breedon is controlling the position. #T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Breedon in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Breedon trying to control but Brunson is working from the bottom.
Breedon stays in close to Brunson's body and controls the position.
Breedon in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Breedon trying to control but Brunson is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Brunson gets caught flat footed, as Breedon shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Breedon is standing up over Brunson. Brunson looks to escape but Breedon dives into side control. #REVR#
Breedon controlling the position from side mount.
Brunson defending against the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The ground and pound from Breedon seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Brunson wants to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Doyle Brunson will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Brunson tries to bum rush Breedon with a series of wild strikes but Breedon uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Brunson misses with a jab to the body
and Breedon counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Brunson thinking.
Brunson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Brunson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Breedon is fending him off so far but Brunson persists. Nope, Breedon circles away and we're back to standing.
Breedon has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Brunson counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Brunson.
Breedon is trying to drag Brunson to the mat but Brunson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
Breedon gets a trip takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Breedon seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Breedon is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1#
Breedon thows a huge punch but Brunson dodges it nicely.
Brunson is trying to stand up here but Breedon is controlling him well.
Breedon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Breedon wants to take a breather but Brunson is having none of it.
Brunson is trying to stand up here but Breedon is controlling him well.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Well, if Breedon is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Breedon is just content to waste time from the top position. Brunson takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Breedon connects with a couple of short punches.
Breedon sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Brunson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Breedon is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Brunson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Breedon sprawls well initially but Brunson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Nice strikes from Brunson there.
Breedon is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Brunson lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Breedon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Breedon is looking for a sweep. Brunson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Breedon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Brunson.
Breedon gets back to full guard.
Breedon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Breedon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Brunson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Breedon works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Breedon is pulling down on Brunson's head. It's preventing any offense from Brunson, at least for the moment.
Breedon wants to sweep but no luck.
Brunson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Brunson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Brunson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Breedon keeping moving, preventing Brunson from controlling successfully.
Breedon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brunson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Breedon wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doyle Brunson dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Brunson misses with a few strikes there.
A little jabbing left from Breedon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Breedon is trying hard to land a takedown here. Brunson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Brunson swinging wildly here.
Brunson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Breedon.
Brunson scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Breedon fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Brunson to the ground. Breedon is now in Brunson's guard.
Brunson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Breedon throwing strikes from guard but Brunson blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brunson wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Breedon manages to pass to side control.
Breedon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Brunson is trying to stand back up but Breedon is controlling him
Doyle Brunson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Breedon trying to pass the guard but Brunson defending well.
Brunson is trying to stand.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Brunson is refusing to be controlled, as Breedon sits in half guard.
Still in half guard, Breedon seems content to control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Brunson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Breedon.
Doyle Brunson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Breedon.
Breedon checks the leg kick nicely there.
Brunson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Breedon tries for a takedown but Brunson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Brunson misses with a series of wild punches.
Doyle Brunson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Brunson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Breedon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Brunson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Brunson lands with a good body shot.
Breedon shoots in and drives through. Brunson sprawls well.
Breedon darts in looking for a takedown but Brunson gets double underhooks and turns Breedon into the cage.
Brunson misses with a wild body shot.
Brunson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3#
Brunson misses the body punch
and Breedon counters with a one-two to the body.
Breedon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Breedon doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Brunson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Breedon at a distance.
Brunson lands a nice shot to the body.
Breedon shoots in looking for a takedown. Brunson tries to sprawl out of it but Breedon keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Brunson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Breedon avoids the body shot from Brunson.
Brunson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Breedon at a distance.
Breedon throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Brunson's waist but Brunson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Breedon off to one side.
Brunson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Brunson takes a swing at Breedon's ribcage but misses. #TD2#
Breedon shoots in and gets a takedown into Brunson's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Breedon stops Brunson from standing up.
Breedon wants to pass the guard but Brunson is keeping the position.
Tom Breedon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Breedon trying to control the position from guard on top but Brunson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Breedon postures up in Brunson's guard and throws a big left but Brunson blocks it.
Brunson wants to stand up but Breedon is controlling him.
Breedon trying to control the position from guard on top but Brunson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Breedon is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Doyle Brunson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Breedon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brunson.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doyle Brunson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Brunson, 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:27
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:28
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doyle Brunson!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 17, 2022

#R1#
Kueller throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Horrible takedown attempt by Brandis or perhaps it was just good defense by Kueller, which made it look bad.
Kueller fakes the leg kick and cracks Brandis in the body.
Brandis shoots for a takedown but Kueller saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Brandis takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Brandis walks into a left hand.
Brandis walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Kueller moves into the clinch successfully.
Kueller lands an elbow inside that Brandis shrugs off.
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!
Brandis tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kueller smiles and moves away.
Benjamin Kueller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fletch Brandis.
Kueller lands a jab.#ROC#Brandis is rocked!
Kueller avoids the body shot from Brandis.
Brandis takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Brandis walks into a stiff left hand from Kueller.
Brandis is still on wobbly legs! Can Kueller finish him?
Brandis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Brandis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Brandis seems to have recovered his senses.#CL#
Kueller has Brandis up against the cage in a clinch. #T1##BC#
Kueller breaks from the clinch.
Benjamin Kueller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brandis takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Nice straight punches there by Brandis. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Brandis.
Brandis swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It looks like Kueller has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#CL#
Kueller clinches up against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kueller lands an elbow inside that Brandis shrugs off. #CUT#It looks like Fletch Brandis has been cut.
Kueller lands a nice elbow.
Brandis is trying to pull guard but Kueller turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC#
Kueller breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Kueller has managed to clinch.
Kueller comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Brandis jumps guard but Kueller turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brandis fails to pull guard. #T2#
Brandis is trying to pull guard but Kueller turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC#
Kueller manages to break the clinch.
Brandis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Brandis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kueller lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Brandis circles away quickly and effectively.
Kueller lands with an overhand left.#CL#
Brandis gets tackled into the cage by Kueller. Kueller maintains the clinch.
Brandis fails to pull guard.
Brandis tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kueller smiles and moves away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kueller.
Brandis takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kueller throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Kueller has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Kueller breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Kueller connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kueller works the jab nicely.
Kueller is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Brandis takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kueller jabs Brandis right on the nose. Brandis blinks but takes it well.
Kueller drops Brandis with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Brandis! Kueller dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Benjamin Kueller!
Fletch Brandis spoke after the fight, saying 'I think I'm gonna drink a Miller Lite tonight and play some pool.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 16, 2022

#R1#
Kuznetsov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Adams moves out of range of the body kick from Kuznetsov.
Adams slips a jab and a cross from Kuznetsov.
Adams wants to counter the offense by Kuznetsov and move into the clinch position.
Kuznetsov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kuznetsov stuffs the takedown attempt from Adams. Adams gets slowly back to his feet.
Kuznetsov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kuznetsov connects with a body shot.
Kuznetsov clobbers Adams with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Adams's head but Adams sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kuznetsov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kuznetsov duly obliges.
Adams shoots in for a takedown but Kuznetsov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kuznetsov with a nice calf kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a series of wild punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Adams wants to clinch up but Kuznetsov keeps it at a distance.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Adams looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Kuznetsov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Adams on the side of the head. #ROC#Adams is rocked!
Kuznetsov looks for a left high kick but can't connect. Kuznetsov backs up to catch a breather... no he lunges forward with a huge flying knee that smacks Adams's temple! It sends Adams violently to the canvas! The crowd goes nuts as Kuznetsov celebrates and the doctors try to help Adams!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Flying Knee). Nikolai Kuznetsov!
Nikolai Kuznetsov opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.
The defeated AJ Adams had this to say: 'It was a tough loss um Im gonna recover and we on to the next '.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 16, 2022

#R1#
Hazlehurst keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Meuneix.
Meuneix throws a hook but Hazlehurst blocks it.
Hazlehurst swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD#
Hazlehurst decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Hazlehurst wants to pass to mount but Meuneix is defending the position.
Meuneix taking some punishment here, with Hazlehurst in his half guard.
Hazlehurst is controlling the pace.
Hazlehurst not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hazlehurst seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Meuneix is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Hazlehurst scores with a couple of nice shots.
Hazlehurst takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Hazlehurst has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Meuneix defend it? Hazlehurst steps over the head and cranks it - Meuneix is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Hazlehurst!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Daniel Hazlehurst!

Event: RISE X22
Date: May 29, 2022

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Shklyarskiy there.
Brandis swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A right-left combo lands from Brandis.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Brandis.
Shklyarskiy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Brandis.
Brandis shoots for a double leg takedown but Shklyarskiy sprawls well. He's pushed Brandis's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Brandis throws a series of punches but Shklyarskiy avoids them all with ease.
Some wild striking there from Brandis.
Brandis just misses with a punch to the body.
Shklyarskiy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brandis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Shklyarskiy lands with a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shklyarskiy throws an overhand right that lands on Brandis's shoulder, as Brandis tries to avoid the shot.
Shklyarskiy paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Shklyarskiy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Brandis counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Brandis moves away from the strike by Shklyarskiy. #T1#
Shklyarskiy missing with a left hand there. Brandis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shklyarskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Brandis.
Shklyarskiy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nice sprawl there from Shklyarskiy as Brandis shoots in.
Edmund Shklyarskiy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fletch Brandis.
Shklyarskiy moves out of range as Brandis strikes.
Shklyarskiy lands with a nice combination. Brandis backs away looking to recover.
Brandis misses with a double jab.
A shot to the liver by Shklyarskiy. Beautiful body shot.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Shklyarskiy enables Brandis to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Shklyarskiy manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Shklyarskiy is wriggling around but Brandis manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shklyarskiy is trying to stand.
Shklyarskiy wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Brandis seems to be working for a kimura but Shklyarskiy defends the submission attempt.
Shklyarskiy tries to get to full guard but Brandis has control of the leg. #T2##SUB2#
Brandis is working for a kimura but Shklyarskiy is defending it quite comfortably.
Shklyarskiy is trying to stand back up but Brandis is controlling him
Brandis controlling the action here.
Brandis prevents Shklyarskiy from improving his position.
Brandis is looking to take a break and control but Shklyarskiy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shklyarskiy trying to hold on to Brandis's head to control him but Brandis postures up.
Shklyarskiy wants to improve his position but Brandis is controlling well.
Shklyarskiy is not content to let Brandis control the position.#T3#
Shklyarskiy tries to get to full guard but Brandis has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Brandis is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Shklyarskiy sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Brandis is trying to work for a kimura but Shklyarskiy is defending well.
Shklyarskiy knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Brandis on the ground.#SUB2#
Brandis is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Shklyarskiy sees it coming and defends easily.
Brandis is trying to control. Shklyarskiy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Brandis is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Shklyarskiy pushes Brandis off looking to stand but Brandis dives back in and keeps control.
Brandis prevents Shklyarskiy from improving his position.
Shklyarskiy works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
Brandis's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Shklyarskiy on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Shklyarskiy tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Brandis is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Brandis trying to control the position from guard on top but Shklyarskiy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brandis might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Shklyarskiy haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Shklyarskiy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Brandis can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Shklyarskiy keeping moving, preventing Brandis from controlling successfully.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Shklyarskiy is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Brandis is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Edmund Shklyarskiy will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Shklyarskiy cracks Brandis with a good jab.
Brandis throws a combination that misses
and Shklyarskiy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Brandis moves out of range as Shklyarskiy strikes.
Brandis falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Shklyarskiy counter with a right hand.
The fighters circling - Brandis throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Shklyarskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Brandis.
Despite the aggression on Brandis's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Shklyarskiy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Brandis.
Shklyarskiy walks into a stiff left hand from Brandis.
Shklyarskiy scores with a jab to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shklyarskiy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fletch Brandis is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shklyarskiy misses with a wild combination.
Brandis moves out of range as Shklyarskiy strikes.
A jab from Brandis finds it's way through Shklyarskiy's defenses. #T1#
Brandis shoots in and drives through. Shklyarskiy sprawls well.
Shklyarskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brandis.
Brandis misses with a two punch combination.
Brandis's corner calls for a 1-2. Brandis obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Brandis dodges the punch combination from Shklyarskiy.
Brandis dives in and grabs Shklyarskiy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Shklyarskiy pushes down on Brandis's head and hops out.
Shklyarskiy is looking to counter punch.
Shklyarskiy just misses with a punch to the body.
Shklyarskiy is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Shklyarskiy misses with a hook. Brandis ducked under it nicely.
Brandis looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Edmund Shklyarskiy is winning the standup battle so far.
Shklyarskiy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Shklyarskiy swings for the body but Brandis moves out of range.
Brandis steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Shklyarskiy.
Brandis slips under a jab.
Shklyarskiy slips a jab and a cross from Brandis.
A big left from Shklyarskiy misses. #T2#
Shklyarskiy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Brandis throws a hook to the side of Shklyarskiy's head but Shklyarskiy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Brandis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Shklyarskiy missing with a left hand there. Brandis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Brandis unleashes a big counter combination but Shklyarskiy bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Brandis fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Edmund Shklyarskiy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fletch Brandis.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brandis loads up on a big right hand but Shklyarskiy slips the punch.
Brandis moves out of range of the strikes.
Brandis looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Shklyarskiy avoids the body shot from Brandis.
Shklyarskiy scores with a one two! Brandis had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Shklyarskiy dodges the punch combination from Brandis.
Brandis takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T3#
A big left from Shklyarskiy misses.
Shklyarskiy misses with a few strikes there.
Brandis with the counter takedown but Shklyarskiy avoids it easily.
Brandis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Brandis has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Brandis looks to score with a jab to the body but Shklyarskiy is just out of range.
Brandis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Shklyarskiy throws out the jab.
Shklyarskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brandis moves away.
Brandis with the counter takedown but Shklyarskiy avoids it easily.
Brandis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Shklyarskiy throws a hook but Brandis avoids it easily.
Shklyarskiy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Brandis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Shklyarskiy misses with a double jab
and Brandis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Shklyarskiy misses with an uppercut. Brandis saw that one coming.
Brandis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shklyarskiy moves away.#T4#
Shklyarskiy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Brandis swings for the body but Shklyarskiy moves out of range.
Shklyarskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shklyarskiy fails to land with a series of punches.
Shklyarskiy throws an overhand right that lands on Brandis's shoulder, as Brandis tries to avoid the shot.
Brandis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shklyarskiy lands a slapping body shot.
Brandis takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Brandis misses with a straight left.
Shklyarskiy misses with a body shot.
A punch lands to the side of Shklyarskiy 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Shklyarskiy, as that shot connected.
Shklyarskiy throws a nice looking combination but Brandis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Brandis looks to land a right hand but Shklyarskiy moved out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Shklyarskiy misses the target.
Brandis lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edmund Shklyarskiy dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Shklyarskiy takes a swing at Brandis's ribcage but misses.
Shklyarskiy swings for the body but Brandis moves out of range.
Shklyarskiy misses with a body shot.
Brandis throws out a counter right but Shklyarskiy avoids it with no problem.
Shklyarskiy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Brandis.
Brandis moves out of range of the strikes.
Brandis ducks under a wild hook from Shklyarskiy.
Brandis loads up on a big right hand but Shklyarskiy slips the punch.
Brandis misses with a takedown attempt
and Shklyarskiy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Shklyarskiy leaves Brandis with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A quick step to the side and Shklyarskiy tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shklyarskiy dips to his left and cracks Brandis with an uppercut!
Brandis ducks under a wild hook from Shklyarskiy.
Shklyarskiy dodges the punch combination from Brandis. #T1#
Brandis misses with a double jab.
Brandis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shklyarskiy manages to avoid it.
A big right from Brandis misses.
Nice body punch from Brandis.
Brandis takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Shklyarskiy lands a glancing blow to the side of Brandis's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Shklyarskiy. Brandis does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shklyarskiy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brandis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Shklyarskiy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Brandis swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sloppy strikes from Shklyarskiy. Those never looked like landing.
Brandis looks to land a combination but Shklyarskiy avoids it well.
Shklyarskiy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Edmund Shklyarskiy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Shklyarskiy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Brandis moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Brandis misses with a takedown attempt
and Shklyarskiy counters with a stiff right hand.
Edmund Shklyarskiy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fletch Brandis.
Shklyarskiy throws a lazy right hand but Brandis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Brandis.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shklyarskiy lands a jab to the nose.
Shklyarskiy throws an overhand right that lands on Brandis's shoulder, as Brandis tries to avoid the shot.
Shklyarskiy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Brandis is trying hard to land a takedown here. Shklyarskiy sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Shklyarskiy moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Brandis misses with a takedown attempt - Shklyarskiy sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Shklyarskiy missing with a left hand there. Brandis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shklyarskiy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Brandis was well out of range. Poor timing from Shklyarskiy.
Shklyarskiy throws a combination that misses
and Brandis counters with a stiff right hand.
Shklyarskiy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Shklyarskiy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Shklyarskiy throws a nice looking combination but Brandis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Fletch Brandis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Shklyarskiy swinging wildly here.
Brandis walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Brandis throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Shklyarskiy connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Shklyarskiy takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Shklyarskiy just misses with a punch to the body.
Shklyarskiy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Shklyarskiy wants it to stay on the feet.
Shklyarskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Brandis is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Shklyarskiy slaps away a takedown attempt from Brandis, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Shklyarskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Brandis.
Brandis throws a looping overhand right but Shklyarskiy ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Brandis shoots for a double leg takedown but Shklyarskiy sprawls well. He's pushed Brandis's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Shklyarskiy looks to score with a jab to the body but Brandis is just out of range.
Shklyarskiy connects with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shklyarskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Brandis.
Brandis has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Shklyarskiy lands with a nice body punch.
Brandis doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Shklyarskiy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Brandis thows a left - swing and a miss!
Shklyarskiy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Brandiss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Shklyarskiy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Brandis looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Shklyarskiy throws a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Brandis.
Shklyarskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Brandis.
Edmund Shklyarskiy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Shklyarskiy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brandis can do to turn this around?
Brandis takes one on the button.

And that's the end of the fight!
Edmund Shklyarskiy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Shklyarskiy, 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edmund Shklyarskiy!
Edmund Shklyarskiy made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Fuck inbred alt right'.
Fletch Brandis was interviewed post fight and said 'I think I'm gonna drink a Miller Lite tonight and play some pool.'.

Event: GC 431: Kuznetsov VS Asmundsen
Date: May 21, 2022

#R1#
Asmundsen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kuznetsov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT#It looks like Trond Asmundsen has been cut.
Kuznetsov connects with a right hand. Asmundsen shakes it off.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that Asmundsen ducks under and follows up with a left that Asmundsen also avoids with ease.
Asmundsen moves out of range of the body kick from Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen cracks Kuznetsov with a good jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Asmundsen. Kuznetsov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Asmundsen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Asmundsen misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
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!
Asmundsen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kuznetsov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Asmundsen.
Nikolai Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov works over Asmundsen's head and body with a nice combination.
Asmundsen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Asmundsen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Asmundsen lands with a nice body punch.
Kuznetsov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Asmundsen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Asmundsen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Asmundsen slips a jab from Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
A big right from Asmundsen misses.
Asmundsen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Asmundsen is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kuznetsov rather than just go for the knockout.
Asmundsen works the jab nicely.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kuznetsov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick which misses Asmundsen's front leg but catches the back leg as Asmundsen tries to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sloppy strikes from Kuznetsov. Those never looked like landing.
Good leg kick by Asmundsen.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kuznetsov misses with a straight left.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Asmundsen with the counter takedown but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.#T2##TD2#
Asmundsen drives through with a takedown into Kuznetsov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Asmundsen with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kuznetsov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kuznetsov wants to stand but Asmundsen is controlling the position.
Asmundsen looking to sit in guard and control but Kuznetsov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Asmundsen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SU#
Kuznetsov stands up from Asmundsen's guard - Kuznetsov perhaps looking for a knockout.
Kuznetsov lands a head shot.
Kuznetsov throws a shot from downtown. Asmundsen moves away and avoids it.
Asmundsen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kuznetsov scores with a shot to the body. #T3#
Asmundsen checks a leg kick.
Kuznetsov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Asmundsen throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kuznetsov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Asmundsen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the side of Asmundsen's head but Asmundsen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD2#
Asmundsen fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kuznetsov to the ground. Asmundsen is now in Kuznetsov's guard.

Kuznetsov wriggles free and stands up.
Kuznetsov slaps away a takedown attempt from Asmundsen, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Asmundsen takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Asmundsen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kuznetsov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kuznetsov punishes Asmundsen's body with a nice straight punch.
Kuznetsov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kuznetsov misses with a looping right.#T4#
Asmundsen moves away from the strike by Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Asmundsen has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Asmundsen lands a right hook to the body.
Kuznetsov sizes up Asmundsen with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kuznetsov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Asmundsen finds it's way round the side to connect with Kuznetsov's head.
Asmundsen lands a head shot.
Kuznetsov misses with a head kick.
Asmundsen misses with a body shot.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot.
Asmundsen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Asmundsen scores with a sloppy right hand. Kuznetsov should have avoided that one.
Asmundsen misses with a hook. Kuznetsov ducked under it nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Asmundsen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Asmundsen showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Trond Asmundsen's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Kuznetsov blocks a leg kick.
Asmundsen scores with a leg kick.
Asmundsen takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Asmundsen was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov dodges the punch combination from Asmundsen.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Asmundsen ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen lands a jab.
Asmundsen misses with a two punch combination.
Kuznetsov 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.
Asmundsen blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kuznetsov defends it well.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Asmundsen's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good leg kick by Asmundsen.
Kuznetsov 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.
Asmundsen slips a jab and a cross from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Asmundsen just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Asmundsen lands a nice shot to the body.
Kuznetsov stuns Asmundsen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kuznetsov throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD2#
Asmundsen scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.

Kuznetsov kicks Asmundsen off and gets back to his feet.
Asmundsen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A cross from Kuznetsov lands.
Asmundsen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kuznetsov manages to avoid it.
Kuznetsov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kuznetsov lands with a good body shot.
Asmundsen throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kuznetsov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Asmundsen takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#TD2#
Asmundsen feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Asmundsen won't allow Kuznetsov to get back to his feet. #T2#
Asmundsen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kuznetsov keeping moving, preventing Asmundsen from controlling successfully.
Asmundsen lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kuznetsov wants to stand but Asmundsen is controlling the position.
Nikolai Kuznetsov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Asmundsen looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Asmundsen trying to control the position from guard on top but Kuznetsov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kuznetsov throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
so Asmundsen counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Asmundsen sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Asmundsen prevents Kuznetsov from getting back to his feet.
Asmundsen trying to control but Kuznetsov is working from the bottom. #ES#
Kuznetsov has his feet on Asmundsen's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Asmundsen connects with an inside leg kick.#T4#
Kuznetsov thuds his shin into the meat of Asmundsen's side.
Kuznetsov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kuznetsov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
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!
Kuznetsov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A big left from Kuznetsov misses.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook. Asmundsen ducked under it nicely.
Asmundsen thumps Kuznetsov with a low kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Asmundsen or perhaps it was just good defense by Kuznetsov, which made it look bad.
Asmundsen takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Decent striking displayed by Kuznetsov there.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kuznetsov throws a leg kick which misses Asmundsen's front leg but catches the back leg as Asmundsen tries to avoid it.
Kuznetsov misses with a leg kick
and Asmundsen counters with a straight right hand.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is winning the standup battle so far.
Asmundsen lands a nice shot to the body.
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 Nikolai Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Trond Asmundsen's cut.
That's time! Kuznetsov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Asmundsen blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild body shot.
Kuznetsov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Asmundsen tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Asmundsen throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A punch lands to the side of Kuznetsov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kuznetsov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Asmundsen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kuznetsov on the side of the head.
Asmundsen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kuznetsov to score with a decent uppercut.
Kuznetsov looks to land a right hand but Asmundsen moved out of range.
Asmundsen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Asmundsen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Asmundsen moves out of range as Kuznetsov throws a body kick.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that Asmundsen ducks under and follows up with a left that Asmundsen also avoids with ease.#TD2#
Asmundsen feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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!
Kuznetsov wants to stand and escape but Asmundsen is having none of it. #T1#
Kuznetsov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Asmundsen seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Asmundsen trying to control the position from guard on top but Kuznetsov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Asmundsen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #ES#
Kuznetsov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Asmundsen tries to throw a body punch but Kuznetsov avoids it by throwing Asmundsen back against the cage. #T2#
Asmundsen swings wildly with an uppercut but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Asmundsen fails to land.
Asmundsen is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC#
Kuznetsov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuznetsov misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Asmundsen counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kuznetsov keeping full guard, as Asmundsen tries to pass.
Asmundsen seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Asmundsen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T3#
Kuznetsov keeping moving, preventing Asmundsen from controlling successfully. #ES#
Kuznetsov pushes Asmundsen off and scrambles back to his feet.
Kuznetsov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Asmundsen misses with a body shot.
Asmundsen with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Asmundsen ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.#T4#
Asmundsen lands a jab to the head.
Kuznetsov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jab from Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Asmundsen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kuznetsov scores with a head kick. Asmundsen tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kuznetsov misses with a hook.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Asmundsen ducks under a wild hook from Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen connects with a leg kick.
Kuznetsov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Asmundsen scores with a punch to the head.
A big right from Asmundsen misses.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Asmundsen moves out of range easily.
Kuznetsov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Asmundsen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Nikolai Kuznetsov did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Trond Asmundsen's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
A chopping leg kick lands by Kuznetsov.
Nice sprawl there from Kuznetsov as Asmundsen shoots in.
Asmundsen misses with a wild body shot.
Asmundsen throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Asmundsen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Asmundsen misses with a takedown attempt - Kuznetsov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Asmundsen misses with a wild body shot.
Asmundsen throws the left hand but Kuznetsov avoids the punch easily.
Asmundsen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Asmundsen with the counter takedown but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Asmundsen scores with a jab. Kuznetsov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Asmundsen throws a front kick aimed at Kuznetsov's knee but Kuznetsov avoids it well.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that Asmundsen semi-blocks.
Asmundsen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Asmundsen.
Asmundsen takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Asmundsen. Kuznetsov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Asmundsen scores with a jab to the head.
Asmundsen misses with a straight right.
Asmundsen swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Asmundsen on the side of the head.
Kuznetsov throws a hook but Asmundsen avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kuznetsov wants it to stay on the feet.
Nikolai Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Trond Asmundsen.
Decent striking displayed by Kuznetsov there.
Asmundsen misses with a two punch combination.
Asmundsen slips a jab from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2#
Kuznetsov throws out a loose jab but Asmundsen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Asmundsen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Asmundsen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Asmundsen connects with a body shot that sends Kuznetsov's belly button to the back.
Kuznetsov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Asmundsen.
Kuznetsov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Asmundsen.
Kuznetsov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Asmundsen.
A slow jab from Kuznetsov misses its intended target.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that Asmundsen ducks under and follows up with a left that Asmundsen also avoids with ease.
Asmundsen is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nice straight punches there by Asmundsen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Asmundsen.
Asmundsen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kuznetsov momentarily.
Kuznetsov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Asmundsen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Asmundsen lands with an overhand left.
A jab from Asmundsen finds it's way through Kuznetsov's defenses.
Asmundsen throws a shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Asmundsen.
A head kick misses from Asmundsen.
Asmundsen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#TD2#
Asmundsen drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.

Kuznetsov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Asmundsen is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Kuznetsov manages to break the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Asmundsen. Kuznetsov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kuznetsov is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kuznetsov avoids the body shot from Asmundsen.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight left. #T4#
Kuznetsov stuffs the takedown.
Kuznetsov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Asmundsen avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kuznetsov ducks under a wild hook from Asmundsen.
Kuznetsov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Asmundsen. That's going to slow Kuznetsov down.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses.
Kuznetsov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT#That has opened up Trond Asmundsen's cut even more.
Asmundsen staying out of range there.
Asmundsen stuns Kuznetsov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Asmundsen throws a series of punches but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov scores with a nice body kick.
Asmundsen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kuznetsov throws a jab when Asmundsen was well out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Nikolai Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Trond Asmundsen's cut.
That's time! Kuznetsov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Kuznetsov throws a sloppy head kick and Asmundsen moves out of range easily.
Kuznetsov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Asmundsen at a distance.
A big left from Asmundsen misses.
Asmundsen just misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetsov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Nice defenses there by Asmundsen.
Asmundsen with the counter takedown but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.
Kuznetsov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kuznetsov walks into a jab.
Asmundsen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Asmundsen moves out of range of the body kick from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Asmundsen misses with a series of wild punches.
Kuznetsov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Asmundsen in his tracks.
Asmundsen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Asmundsen with the counter takedown but Kuznetsov avoids it easily.#T1#
Kuznetsov misses with a looping left.
And Asmundsen tries to counter it with a takedown but Kuznetsov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kuznetsov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Asmundsen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kuznetsov lands a jab to Asmundsen's midsection.
Asmundsen cracks Kuznetsov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kuznetsov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Asmundsen takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Asmundsen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kuznetsov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Asmundsen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Asmundsen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Asmundsen takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Nice body kick there by Kuznetsov.
Asmundsen shoots and misses
and Kuznetsov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Asmundsen swings for the body but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kuznetsov avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
Asmundsen lands with a cross.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Asmundsen scores with a jab.
Kuznetsov swings for the body but Asmundsen moves out of range.
Asmundsen shoots for a double leg takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls well. He's pushed Asmundsen's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A head kick misses from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Asmundsen's ribcage but misses.
Asmundsen cracks Kuznetsov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Asmundsen lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kuznetsov throws a right hand that Asmundsen ducks under and follows up with a left that Asmundsen also avoids with ease.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Asmundsen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Trond Asmundsen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nikolai Kuznetsov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Kuznetsov tries to bum rush Asmundsen with a series of wild strikes but Asmundsen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Asmundsen listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#TD2#
Asmundsen drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Kuznetsov is wriggling around but Asmundsen manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Asmundsen wants to control but Kuznetsov is keeping him busy.
Asmundsen stops Kuznetsov from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Asmundsen seems to be looking for submissions.
Asmundsen thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kuznetsov wants to get back to his feet. #T4##ES#
Kuznetsov makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Asmundsen throws out a loose jab but Kuznetsov uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Asmundsen scores with a nice head shot.
Asmundsen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kuznetsov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Asmundsen throws a body shot but no joy.
Kuznetsov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Kuznetsov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Asmundsen takes a swing at Kuznetsov's ribcage but misses.
Kuznetsov thinks about countering with a head kick.
Kuznetsov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Asmundsen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kuznetsov with a hook.
Asmundsen throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kuznetsov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kuznetsov, 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 50:45
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 50:45
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kuznetsov!
Nikolai Kuznetsov is the new middleweight champion!
Nikolai Kuznetsov decided to call for a title shot in his post fight interview, which was very strange given the fact this fight was for a title and he's already the champion. I guess that's what getting punched in the head does for you.

Event: RISE 53: Hunter v Assed
Date: Apr 17, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Shebu gets a takedown into half guard.
Shebu thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Brandis's head.
Nice strikes from Shebu there.
Shebu working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Brandis regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Shebu.
Brandis working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Shebu.
Shebu postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Shebu is in close to Brandis's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Shebu throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Brandis works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Shebu must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Shebu scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shebu throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Brandis working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Shebu.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brandis preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Brandis looking for a sweep. Not yet Brandis, not yet.
Shebu trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Shebu accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Shebu with a nice head shot there.
Shebu throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Brandis works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Shebu throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Brandis works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Brandis throws an off balance right hand
and Shebu counters with a right hand to the body. #TD2#
Shebu fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Brandis sprawls well initially but Shebu persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Shebu thows a huge punch but Brandis dodges it nicely.
Shebu not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Shebu working Brandis over with strikes. #SUB#
Brandis looking for submissions off his back.
Shebu not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Shebu winds up and cracks Brandis with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Shebu working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Brandis's thigh. Brandis counters though and makes it back to full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Shebu accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Shebu working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Shebu trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Brandis utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Shebu postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Shebu throws an elbow that misses. Brandis uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Shebu's guard. Nice move by Brandis!#REVR#
Brandis trying to control but Shebu is working from the bottom.
Shebu is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Brandis is controlling him.
Brandis wants to control from the top but Shebu keeps moving.
Shebu keeping full guard, as Brandis tries to pass.
Shebu keeping moving, preventing Brandis from controlling successfully. #T3#
Shebu wants to stand but Brandis is controlling the position.
Brandis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shebu is keeping the position for now.
Shebu has his hands on Brandis's head, controlling the position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Shebu closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Brandis to the mat! Brandis manages to get full guard.
Brandis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shebu is one step ahead there.
Shebu with a flurry of punches that miss.
Shebu missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T4#
Shebu throwing strikes from guard but Brandis blocks nicely.
Shebu trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Shebu with a flurry of punches that miss.
Shebu stopping the sweep attempt from Brandis.
Brandis preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Brandis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shebu doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shebu manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Brandis keeping full guard, as Shebu tries to pass.
Shebu cracks Brandis with a solid left hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brandis avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Shebu throwing strikes from guard but Brandis blocks nicely.
Shebu postures up and lands a big shot to Brandis's brow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tavon Shebu dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Shebu dives in and scores a takedown into Brandis's guard.
Brandis has momentary wrist control but Shebu slips an elbow through the middle.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Shebu accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Shebu throws a strike but Brandis rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Shebu looking for a sweep. Not yet Shebu, not yet.
Brandis trying to control the position from guard on top but Shebu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shebu controlling the position.
Shebu is continuing to stall.
Shebu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandis postures up.
Brandis stops Shebu from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shebu keeping moving, preventing Brandis from controlling successfully. #T1#
Brandis showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Shebu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Brandis preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Brandis controls Shebu momentarily but Shebu frees himself.
Shebu chips away with some ground and pound.
Shebu scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Shebu stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Brandis throws up his legs and catches Shebu in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Shebu tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Brandis! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Fletch Brandis!
Fletch Brandis thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: GC 426: Slugs VS Anderson
Date: Apr 16, 2022

#R1#
Kuznetsov throws the left hand but Murillo avoids the punch easily.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Murillo moves out of range.
Kuznetsov leaves Murillo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kuznetsov catches Murillo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Left hook, right uppercut from Kuznetsov.
A jab from Kuznetsov finds it's way through Murillo's defenses.
Murillo 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.
Kuznetsov cracks Murillo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Murillo slips a jab from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Murillo avoids the head kick by Kuznetsov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kuznetsov connects with a right hand. Murillo shakes it off.#KD2#
Kuznetsov lands a head kick that stumbles Murillo and the fighters go to the mat. #ROC2#Murillo is rocked!#SU2#
Kuznetsov stands and steps away. Murillo gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Oh Murillo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Murillo is looking to clinch.
Kuznetsov lands a big right hook! Murillo looks hurt but is still standing! Kuznetsov lands a left jab and another right hook! This time Murillo falls down and Kuznetsov dives in with a huge hammer fist! Murillo's eyes roll back! The referee calls for the bell and Kuznetsov runs up the cage to celebrate with his fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Nikolai Kuznetsov!
Nikolai Kuznetsov took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: CFC 474: Inarritu vs Dupree
Date: Apr 09, 2022

#R1#
Finau listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#TD2#
Hazlehurst shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Finau's guard.
Finau wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Finau wants to stand and escape but Hazlehurst is having none of it.
Finau is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Finau is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hazlehurst is trying to get back to full guard.
Finau trying to control the pace. #T1#
Finau continues to stall.
Finau's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hazlehurst tries to get to full guard but Finau has control of the leg.
Finau is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hazlehurst wants to improve his position but Finau is controlling well.
Finau looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hazlehurst tries for a takedown but Finau circles away easily
and Finau counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Finau enables Hazlehurst to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Finau manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Finau is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Hazlehurst trying to control but Finau is working from the bottom.
Finau is controlling Hazlehurst's posture.
Hazlehurst must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hazlehurst is looking to work some ground and pound but Finau has wrist control.
Finau will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Finau has control of Hazlehurst's left arm, preventing Hazlehurst from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hazlehurst lands a couple of elbows.
Finau has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Further stalling from Finau.#T4#
Finau looking for a sweep. Not yet Finau, not yet.
Finau wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
More hug and hope from Finau.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Finau looking for a sweep. Not yet Finau, not yet.
Finau is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Finau controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hazlehurst displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Finau throws out the jab. #TD2#
Hazlehurst closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vaai Finau dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Hazlehurst shoots in for a takedown but Finau shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice defenses there by Hazlehurst.
Finau missing with a left hand there. Hazlehurst was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hazlehurst fails with the takedown
and Finau counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Hazlehurst closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Finau to the mat! Finau manages to get full guard.
Finau looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hazlehurst stops Finau from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hazlehurst looking to pass the guard.
Finau is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hazlehurst looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Finau is pulling down on Hazlehurst's head to control his posture.
Finau wants to sweep here but Hazlehurst controlling him for the moment.
Finau seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hazlehurst wants to control from the top but Finau keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hazlehurst dives in for a single leg takedown but Finau sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Vaai Finau has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daniel Hazlehurst.
Finau throws a solid leg kick but Hazlehurst takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Finau.
Finau connects with a body shot.#TD2#
Hazlehurst shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Finau napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T2#
Finau manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Finau tries to get to full guard but Hazlehurst has control of the leg.
Finau gets back to full guard.
Hazlehurst working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hazlehurst content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hazlehurst stopping the sweep attempt from Finau.
Hazlehurst throws a big right hand that misses.
Hazlehurst stopping the sweep attempt from Finau.
Finau is trying to control the position but Hazlehurst postures up.
Hazlehurst postures up in Finau's guard and throws a big left but Finau blocks it.
Finau looking for a sweep. Not yet Finau, not yet.
Finau has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hazlehurst has passed into side control.
Finau tries to bench press Hazlehurst off him but Hazlehurst keeps the position. #T3#
Hazlehurst scoring with punches from side control.
Hazlehurst fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Finau can't do much from the bottom here.
Finau is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Finau's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hazlehurst throws a strike aimed at the side of Finau's head but Finau avoids it well.
Hazlehurst wants to control but Finau is keeping him busy.
Finau is looking for a sweep.
Finau is holding Hazlehurst down, trying to stall.
Finau tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hazlehurst wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Finau is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Finau is looking for a sweep.
Hazlehurst is looking to take a break and control but Finau is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Finau is looking to regain half guard here but Hazlehurst keeps moving and retains side control.
Daniel Hazlehurst has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Hazlehurst is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Finau is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Finau sneaks back into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Daniel Hazlehurst will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Finau is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hazlehurst.
Finau throws a shot from downtown. Hazlehurst moves away and avoids it.
A big right from Finau misses.
Hazlehurst takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hazlehurst closes the distance and clinches up with Finau, looking for a takedown. Hazlehurst pushes Finau against the cage but Finau circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hazlehurst tries to score a power double leg takedown but Finau sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hazlehurst somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finau scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Finau scores with a hook.#T1#
Finau throws a lazy uppercut
and Hazlehurst counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hazlehurst tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Finau defends well and Hazlehurst ends up having to push Finau into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vaai Finau has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daniel Hazlehurst.
Finau connects with a single shot there.
Finau loads up on a big right hand but Hazlehurst slips the punch.
Finau throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Hazlehurst closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Finau moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Finau controlling Hazlehurst's posture. #T2#
Hazlehurst won't allow Finau to sweep him here.
Hazlehurst wants to control from the top but Finau keeps moving.
Finau controlling Hazlehurst's posture.
Hazlehurst working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Finau is pulling down on Hazlehurst's head to control his posture.
Finau manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hazlehurst manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hazlehurst managing to control the position.
Finau controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Finau postures up.
Finau is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hazlehurst can do to turn this around?
Finau sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Finau connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hazlehurst momentarily. #TD2#
Finau gets caught flat footed, as Hazlehurst shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Finau wants to get back to his feet but Hazlehurst is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Finau holds on and takes a little breather.
Finau is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Finau takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vaai Finau showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Finau 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: RISE 41: Mogg v Ship
Date: Mar 13, 2022

#R1##TD#
Buckeye gets a double leg takedown into Breedon's guard.
Buckeye is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Breedon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Buckeye landing with the ground and pound.
Breedon 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#
Breedon wants to pass the guard but Buckeye is defending well.
Breedon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buckeye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Breedon is trying to control the action in half guard but Buckeye is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Buckeye's coaches at Average Joeï¿½s Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Buckeye trying to control from the bottom.
Breedon is controlling the pace.
Breedon is thwarting Buckeye's attempts to control the position.
Buckeye landing small, sideways elbows. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buckeye tries to get to full guard but Breedon has control of the leg.
Breedon trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Buckeye stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buckeye wants it to stay on the feet.
Buckeye has his takedown stuffed
and Breedon counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Breedon stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Breedon wants it to stay on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Breedon. #TD2#
Breedon darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T3#
Buckeye gets full guard.#SUB#
Buckeye is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Breedon has his hands clasped together but Buckeye extends and breaks Breedon's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Buckeye.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jab Buckeye!
Jab Buckeye took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: AWC 2022 - Round 3 B
Date: Mar 10, 2022

#R1#
Thayer scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Thayer avoids a punch combination nicely.
Brandis lands a two punch combo.
Brandis throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Thayer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thayer steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Brandis.
Thayer displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Brandis. #TD2#
Thayer shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Thayer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Thayer is pressing down on Brandis's thigh, looking to free his foot. Brandis is holding on for now. #SU2#
Thayer decides to return to a standing position. #T1#
Thayer avoids a punch combination nicely. #TD2#
Thayer gets a takedown into half guard.
Thayer works his foot free and advances to mount.
Brandis tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Thayer misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym. #T2#
Thayer is trying to take his opponent's back.
Brandis is looking to improve his position but Thayer isn't that keen on the idea.
Thayer moves to the back position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Thayer controlling the positon.
Brandis covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Brandis is in bad spot here. #T3#
Brandis looking very determined here, making life difficult for Thayer.
Thayer keeps control of the position easily here as Brandis tries to buck him off. #SUB2#
Thayer tightening his grip on Brandis, looking for the choke. #SUB2#
Thayer is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Brandis is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Thad Thayer!
The defeated Fletch Brandis had this to say: 'I think I'm gonna drink a Miller Lite tonight and play some pool.'.

Event: CFC 464
Date: Mar 02, 2022

#R1#
Silva takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hazlehurst takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD2#
Hazlehurst drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB#
Silva had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hazlehurst defends it easily.#SUB#
Silva escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hazlehurst gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Silva throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Silva keeping moving, preventing Hazlehurst from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Silva is looking for a triangle here but Hazlehurst uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Silva is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Hazlehurst works to advance to full mount. Silva defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Hazlehurst controlling from the full mount.
Silva keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hazlehurst raining down hammerfists from mount.
Silva is desperately trying to improve his position but Hazlehurst has a good base and remains in mount.
Silva is squirming around, avoiding Hazlehurst's attempts to control the action. #T2#
Silva tries to reverse the position but Hazlehurst maintains control.
The referee warns Silva that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Silva keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hazlehurst controlling his opponent.
Silva's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Silva tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hazlehurst is landing with some decent strikes but Silva is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#T3#
Hazlehurst lands a couple of good shots and Silva has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Good control from Hazlehurst.
Silva manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hazlehurst's guard. Nice work there by Silva.
Silva trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hazlehurst wants to sweep here but Silva controlling him for the moment.
Hazlehurst has Silva pulled in close to control his posture.
Hazlehurst preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hazlehurst is looking to sweep but instead, Silva has passed into half guard. #T4#
Silva is keen to just control but Hazlehurst is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silva takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Silva trying to mount his opponent but Hazlehurst defends it.
Hazlehurst is controlling Silva's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Silva wants to control but Hazlehurst is keeping him busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Hazlehurst dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Nice shot by Silva.
Silva throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hazlehurst now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Silva misses with an uppercut
and Hazlehurst counters with a nice uppercut.
Silva scores with a nice right hand.
Hazlehurst keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hazlehurst takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #TD2#
Hazlehurst scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Silva is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Silva wants to get back to full guard but Hazlehurst has passed into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Silva is looking to regain half guard here but Hazlehurst keeps moving and retains side control.
Hazlehurst staying calm.
Hazlehurst trying to control the position but Silva is working away. #T1#
Silva wants to get back to his feet.
Silva tries to bench press Hazlehurst off him but Hazlehurst keeps the position.
Silva gets back to half guard.
Silva tries to roll over but Hazlehurst keeps him under control.
Hazlehurst wants to take a breather but Silva is having none of it.
Silva has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Hazlehurst looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Silva looking for submissions off his back.
Silva is trying to stand up here but Hazlehurst is controlling him well. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hazlehurst trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Silva looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Silva misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Hazlehurst working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Hazlehurst working the head and body with strikes.
Silva gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Silva looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hazlehurst with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Hazlehurst is in close to Silva's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hazlehurst must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hazlehurst slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hazlehurst makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hazlehurst works over Silva with some ground and pound from guard.
Hazlehurst works over Silva with some ground and pound from guard.
Hazlehurst distracts Silva with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Hazlehurst avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Silva is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hazlehurst is aware though and is defending well.
Hazlehurst with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hazlehurst stands and throws Silva's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hazlehurst lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T4#
Hazlehurst landing a few strikes.
Silva tries to improve position but can't.
Hazlehurst lands a decent elbow from side control.
Silva is working to avoid the ground and pound but Hazlehurst connects with a decent elbow. #ROC2#Silva is rocked!
A big shot lands for Hazlehurst! That's hurt Silva! Will he recover? Hazlehurst fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Daniel Hazlehurst!

Event: GC 419 Jospin vs. Moura
Date: Feb 26, 2022

#R1#
Kuznetsov misses with a left hand
and Castro counters with a nice uppercut.
Castro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Castro takes a jab right on the kisser. #CUT2#It looks like Fidelity Castro has been cut.
Kuznetsov lands a head shot.
Castro swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kuznetsov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Castro throws a looping overhand right but Kuznetsov ducks down to avoid it.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick but Castro moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Castro misses the target.
Kuznetsov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Castro tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kuznetsov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kuznetsov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Castro circles away quickly and effectively.
Castro tries a head kick but it misses.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Castro has time to react.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Castro takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kuznetsov pushes Castro away with a front kick.
Kuznetsov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T1#
The crowd cheers as Castro lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kuznetsov doesn't seem phased though.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kuznetsov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kuznetsov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL#
Castro closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Kuznetsov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kuznetsov misses with a straight right.
Kuznetsov slips under a jab.
Kuznetsov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Castro will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kuznetsov throws out a counter right but Castro avoids it with no problem.
Kuznetsov blocks a jab.
A left and a right from Castro both land. Nice combination.
A head kick by Kuznetsov misses
and Castro counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kuznetsov thinking.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Castro throws the left hand but Kuznetsov avoids the punch easily.
Kuznetsov shapes to counter with a head kick.
Castro takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kuznetsov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Castro under the eye.
Castro throws a low kick, looking for Kuznetsov's leg but Kuznetsov calmly moves out of range. #T2#
Kuznetsov lands a jab to the nose.
Kuznetsov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Castro slips a jab from Kuznetsov.#CL#
Castro closes the distance and clinches.
Castro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kuznetsov is trying to force a seperation but Castro has the dominant position.
Kuznetsov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC#
Castro breaks the clinch.
Castro tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kuznetsov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kuznetsov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kuznetsov cracks Castro with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Castro moves away from the strike by Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice uppercut lands for Castro. That snapped Kuznetsov's head back.
Kuznetsov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Castro moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Castro tries to close the distance and clinch but Kuznetsov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T3#
Kuznetsov lands with a good body shot.
Kuznetsov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A swing and a miss from Castro.
Castro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuznetsov.
Castro with a nice cross.
Castro lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kuznetsov circles away quickly and effectively.
Castro wants to clinch up but Kuznetsov keeps it at a distance.
Kuznetsov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kuznetsov swinging wildly here.
Castro was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kuznetsov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Castro lands a nice shot that snaps Kuznetsov's head back.
Castro gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kuznetsov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Castro had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Kuznetsov moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild combination.
Castro is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Castro gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Castro throws a hook but Kuznetsov blocks it.
No joy there for Kuznetsov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kuznetsov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kuznetsov throws a poor cross that misses
and Castro counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Castro tries to clinch there but Kuznetsov circles away.
Kuznetsov digs a good hook to Castro's body.
Kuznetsov lands with a right hand.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Castro has time to react.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Castro half committed to a counter leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kuznetsov checks a leg kick.
Kuznetsov misses the shot to the body.
Castro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Castro takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Kuznetsov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Fidelity Castro's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kuznetsov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kuznetsov scores with a decent looking hook.
Kuznetsov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Castro swinging wildly here.
Kuznetsov dips to his left and cracks Castro with an uppercut!
Kuznetsov cracks Castro on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Castro falls backwards against the cage. Kuznetsov follows up with more strikes that drop Castro to his knees. Kuznetsov keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Castro! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nikolai Kuznetsov!
Nikolai Kuznetsov got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!'

Event: RISE 33: Lemieux v Hunter
Date: Feb 20, 2022

#R1#
Eternal is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Brandis scores with a jab to the head.
Eternal misses with a straight left.
Eternal tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Brandis manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Eternal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Eternal throws a hook to the side of Brandis's head but Brandis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Brandis ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Brandis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Eternal throws out the jab.
Brandis is looking for the big counter here.
Eternal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Brandis manages to avoid it.
Eternal throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brandis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Eternal throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Eternal looks to clinch
and Brandis counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eternal misses the body punch #KD2#
and Brandis counters with a crisp one two that drops Eternal! Brandis thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Eternal to his feet! Eternal is in big trouble!#ROC2#Eternal is rocked!
Eternal looks to land a right hand but Brandis moved out of range.
Oh Eternal is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Eternal throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Brandis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Eternal seems to have got his legs back now.
Eternal tries to clinch up.
Brandis ducks under a wild hook from Eternal.
Thanos Eternal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Decent striking displayed by Eternal there.
Eternal wants to clinch.#T1#
Brandis misses the shot to the body.
Brandis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Eternal.
Brandis is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Eternal misses with a straight left.
Eternal swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Eternal tries to clinch but Brandis is having none of it.
Brandis moves out of range of the strikes.
It seemed like Brandis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Brandis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A punch combination from Brandis misses.
Brandis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Eternal.
Eternal throws out a loose jab but Brandis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Eternal seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Brandis shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Eternal is backing up but Brandis catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Eternal covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Brandis Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fletch Brandis!
After winning the bout, Fletch Brandis thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: RISE 30: Choo v Svyatogor
Date: Feb 13, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Breedon.
Breedon remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Wiener is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Breedon asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Breedon in side control lands a decent elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wiener wants to get back to his feet.
Wiener is letting Breedon control him for a moment. #T1#
Wiener is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Breedon throws an elbow but Wiener slips to the side and avoids it well.
Wiener is not content to let Breedon control the position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Wiener tries to escape but Breedon is in control. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Wiener pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It seemed like Breedon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD2#
Wiener gets caught napping as Breedon dives in and scores a takedown. Wiener manages to retain guard.
Breedon throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Breedon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Breedon stops Wiener from standing up.
Breedon sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Breedon throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Wiener will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Breedon is pushing down on Wiener's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wiener is fighting to maintain full guard but Breedon has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Breedon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wiener is just riding it out for now. Breedon eventually gives up the hold.
Breedon performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Wiener pushes Breedon off looking to stand but Breedon dives back in and keeps control. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Wiener has hold of Breedon's hands but Breedon slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Wiener wants to get back to his feet.
Breedon is taking a breather. Wiener 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.
Wiener wants to get back to his feet.
Breedon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nice sprawl there from Wiener as Breedon shoots in.
Wiener pushes Breedon away with a front kick.
Wiener pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Wiener.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Breedon feints and as Wiener raises his hands in defense, Breedon changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Wiener really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Breedon is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #ES#
Wiener has his feet on Breedon's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Breedon dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD2#
Breedon drives through with a takedown into Wiener's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Breedon won't allow Wiener to get back to his feet.
Wiener keeping moving, preventing Breedon from controlling successfully.
Tom Breedon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Wiener is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Breedon slips nicely into half guard.
Wiener is refusing to be controlled, as Breedon sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wiener is trying to stand up here but Breedon is controlling him well.
Breedon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Breedon tries to pass to full mount but Wiener defends it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wiener is trying to stand back up but Breedon is controlling him
Wiener taking some punishment here, with Breedon in his half guard.
Wiener is trying to stand back up but Breedon is controlling him
Wiener is trying to escape back to his feet but Breedon uses the scramble to pass into side control. #SUB2#
Breedon has an Americana. Wiener didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Breedon is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Breedon hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Tom Breedon!

Event: RISE 26: Hunter v Philippe
Date: Feb 06, 2022

#R1##TD#
Brandis looking to score a takedown here. Bakiyev is defending well but Brandis drives through and ends up in Bakiyev's guard.
Brandis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bakiyev swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Brandis prevents Bakiyev from getting back to his feet.
Brandis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Brandis controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bakiyev is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandis forces his way into half guard.
Bakiyev looks like he's trying to stand up. #T1##SUB#
Brandis wants to work for an arm triangle but Bakiyev is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Brandis is working for a kimura but Bakiyev is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Brandis is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Brandis looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Brandis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
Bakiyev looks like he's trying to stand up.
Brandis is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Brandis passes the guard and advances to mount!
Bakiyev really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Brandis. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Brandis is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Bakiyev can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Brandis content just to control the position here.
Bakiyev felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Brandis wants to finish this one by submission but Bakiyev is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Brandis. #T4#
Brandis is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Bakiyev is in real trouble.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Brandis is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Bakiyev is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Fletch Brandis!
Fletch Brandis thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: CFC 455: Smith v Lacplesis
Date: Jan 23, 2022

#R1#
Maki's corner calls for a 1-2. Maki obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD2#
Hazlehurst scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Maki is looking to control Hazlehurst's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Maki avoid being mounted?
Hazlehurst is taking a breather. Maki 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.
Maki keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Maki blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hazlehurst.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hazlehurst trying to control the pace.
Maki trying to control here. #T1#
Hazlehurst throwing shots but Maki is blocking nicely.
Maki tries to roll over but Hazlehurst keeps him under control.
Hazlehurst content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Maki trying to control from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hazlehurst has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Maki finds it's way round the side to connect with Hazlehurst's head.
Jab, jab by Maki - just one landing.
Maki throws a one two combo.
Maki thuds his right hand into Hazlehurst's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2##TD2#
Hazlehurst drives through with a takedown into Maki's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Maki utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hazlehurst throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Maki works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Maki controlling Hazlehurst's posture.
Hazlehurst trying to control but Maki is working from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hazlehurst engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Hazlehurst postures up.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Hazlehurst trying to control the position from guard on top but Maki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Maki connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hazlehurst's hands.
The fighters circle momentarily. Maki darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Maki swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice defenses there by Hazlehurst.
Maki misses with a hook
and Hazlehurst connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Maki gets caught napping as Hazlehurst dives in and scores a takedown. Maki manages to retain guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maki keeping moving, preventing Hazlehurst from controlling successfully.
Maki seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T4#
Maki pulls Hazlehurst in close to prevent any damage.
Maki keeping moving, preventing Hazlehurst from controlling successfully.
Maki is pulling down on Hazlehurst's head to control his posture.
Maki will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maki keeping moving, preventing Hazlehurst from controlling successfully.
Hazlehurst missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Keijo Maki will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Maki lands a really nice looking cross but Hazlehurst seems unphased.
Maki connects with a body shot.
Daniel Hazlehurst seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hazlehurst looks for a takedown but Maki sprawls well.
Hazlehurst changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Maki tries to avoid it but Hazlehurst manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Maki to the ground. Maki escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Maki displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hazlehurst.
Keijo Maki has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daniel Hazlehurst.
Maki missing with a left hand there. Hazlehurst was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Maki is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hazlehurst can do to turn this around?
Hazlehurst takes one to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice cross by Maki.#TD2#
Hazlehurst shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Maki napping and manages to drive through into side control!
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!
Hazlehurst trying to control the action but Maki is working from the bottom.
Sloppy strikes there by Hazlehurst.#T1#
Hazlehurst misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #SUB2#
Hazlehurst tries for a kimura but Maki is defending well.
Maki is looking for a sweep.
Maki struggling a bit here.
Maki gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Hazlehurst tries to pass to full mount but Maki defends it. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Hazlehurst throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hazlehurst looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Maki with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Hazlehurst missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Hazlehurst looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Maki is looking for a sweep. Hazlehurst is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hazlehurst drops an elbow to the side of Maki's head.
Hazlehurst is trying to control. Maki wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Hazlehurst throwing shots but Maki is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Hazlehurst seems to be working for a kimura but Maki defends the submission attempt.
Hazlehurst throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Maki is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Maki scores with a jab to the jaw.
Maki works Hazlehurst's body with a nice hook.
Maki fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hazlehurst has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Maki.
Hazlehurst shoots in for a takedown but Maki shows good takedown defense.
Maki is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Maki stuns Hazlehurst with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD2#
Hazlehurst manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Maki on his heels. He'll look to pass Maki's guard now, I'm sure.#T4#
Hazlehurst wants to pass the guard but Maki is keeping the position.
Daniel Hazlehurst has got the better of the ground game so far.
Maki pulls Hazlehurst in close to his closed guard and prevents Hazlehurst from doing any damage or advancing position.
Maki utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Maki is adopting a defensive guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maki is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
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 Keijo Maki will probably get the nod.
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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Maki fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hazlehurst manages to avoid it.
Maki throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hazlehurst on the side of the head. #TD2#
Hazlehurst gets the takedown into side control.
Hazlehurst fails to land a wild elbow strike.
You can see the frustration on Maki's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hazlehurst throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Hazlehurst grinds an elbow into Maki's temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hazlehurst is looking to take a break and control but Maki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hazlehurst might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Maki haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T1#
Hazlehurst working away.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hazlehurst trying to control the position but Maki is working away.
Hazlehurst moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Keijo Maki is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hazlehurst wants to control but Maki is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hazlehurst.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Maki - that will leave a mark!
Hazlehurst shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hazlehurst takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A jab from Maki misses.
Maki misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Hazlehurst shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Maki pinned against the cage. Maki gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Keijo Maki has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daniel Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maki darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hazlehurst shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Maki as he avoids it easily.
Hazlehurst fails with the takedown
letting Maki counter with a right hand.
Hazlehurst slips a jab and a cross from Maki.
Keijo Maki is winning the standup battle so far.
Maki throws a series of punches but Hazlehurst moves out of range.
Hazlehurst shoots in and drives through. Maki sprawls well.
Nice straight punches there by Maki. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Maki.#T4#
Hazlehurst blocks a leg kick.
Maki misses the shot to the body.
Maki looks to throw the jab but Hazlehurst is out of range.
Hazlehurst doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Maki misses with an uppercut. Hazlehurst saw that one coming.
The crowd cheers as Maki lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hazlehurst doesn't seem phased though.
Maki throws a shot from downtown. Hazlehurst moves away and avoids it.
Daniel Hazlehurst has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Maki throws a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hazlehurst moves out of range of the strikes.
Maki cracks Hazlehurst with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maki throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hazlehurst counters with a straight right hand.
Maki slaps away a takedown attempt from Hazlehurst, before circling back to the center of the mat.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keijo Maki showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Maki, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: RISE 21: Brand v Breedon
Date: Jan 23, 2022

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Breedon or perhaps it was just good defense by Brand, which made it look bad.
It looked like Brand was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Breedon.
No luck for Breedon with that takedown attempt.
Brand misses with a wild body shot.
Breedon shoots in and drives through. Brand sprawls well.
Daniel Brand has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Breedon.#TD2#
Breedon closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The referee asks Breedon politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Breedon prefers to stall for the moment though.
Brand pushes Breedon away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Breedon gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Brand trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Breedon throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Breedon taking a breather here.
Breedon prevents Brand from escaping the position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Breedon moves into full mount!
Brand knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Breedon on the ground.#T1#
Brand is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Breedon working the ground and pound effectively.
Brand tries to buck Breedon off but he can't manage it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Breedon content just to control the position here.
Brand's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Breedon sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Breedon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Brand is looking to escape.
Breedon has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Brand tries to buck Breedon off but he can't manage it. #T2#
Breedon lands a big shot there that rocks Brand but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Breedon misses with a head shot.#ES#
Brand bucks Breedon off and manages to get back to his feet!
Breedon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Breedon shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Brand is trying to defend but Breedon finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brand is looking to escape.
Brand keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Breedon trying to pass the guard but Brand defending well.
Breedon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Brand wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
Breedon wants to control but Brand is keeping him busy. #ES#
Brand manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Breedon keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Brand prevents a takedown attempt there.
Breedon tries for a takedown. No joy.
Breedon is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Brand is defending well.#TD2#
Breedon turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Sloppy strikes there by Breedon.
Brand is pushing Breedon's head away, looking to escape. Breedon manages to hold on to the position though.
Breedon takes a little break here. Brand wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Brand wants to get back to his feet.
Breedon lands a decent elbow from side control. #T4##SUB2#
Breedon thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #ES#
Brand sneaks out the side door and pushes Breedon away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
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!
Brand connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Breedon's hands.
Breedon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Breedon looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Brand wants to stand but Breedon is controlling the position.
Breedon scoring with some ground and pound.
Breedon slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Breedon is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Brand will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Brand takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tom Breedon will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Breedon misses with a takedown attempt - Brand sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Brand went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD2#
Breedon looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Brand is trying to stand.
Breedon wants to pass the guard but Brand is defending well.
Brand is trying to stand back up but Breedon is controlling him
Breedon wants to control but Brand is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Breedon is working for a submission of some sort.
Breedon prevents Brand from standing back up. #SUB2#
Breedon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Brand is just riding it out for now. Breedon eventually gives up the hold.
Brand tries to kick Breedon off but Breedon keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T1#
Breedon controlling the action here.
Brand is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Daniel Brand is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Breedon shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Brand's guard.
Breedon trying to control but Brand is working from the bottom.
Breedon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Brand wants to get back to his feet but Breedon is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T2#
Breedon postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Brand wants to stand but Breedon is controlling the position.
Breedon wants to control from the top but Brand keeps moving.
Breedon sitting in guard here, content to control.
Breedon trying to control but Brand is working from the bottom.
Breedon stops Brand from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Brand swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Breedon throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Brand's waist but Brand gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Breedon off to one side.
Breedon moves out of range of the strikes.
Tom Breedon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Breedon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Brand.#T3#
Breedon shoots in for a double leg but Brand sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Daniel Brand has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Breedon.
Brand looks to land a right hand but Breedon moved out of range.
Breedon avoids the body shot from Brand.
Breedon shoots in and drives through. Brand sprawls well.
Brand jabs at Breedon's body.
Breedon gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Brand cracks Breedon with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Brand lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Breedon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Brand sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Breedon somewhat.
Breedon shoots in but Brand avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Breedon is breathing heavily.
A big left from Brand misses.
As Brand backs off Breedon throws a huge counter combo but Brand manages to avoid it all.
Breedon dives in and grabs Brand's left leg, looking for a takedown. Brand pushes down on Breedon's head and hops out.
Breedon fails with the takedown.#T4#
Brand ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Breedon walks into a straight right hand from Brand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brand throws the left hand but Breedon avoids the punch easily.
Breedon tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Brand swivels and escapes.
Breedon misses with a takedown attempt
and Brand counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Breedon has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Brand finds it's way round the side to connect with Breedon's head.
Brand digs a good hook to Breedon's body.
Donk. Brand catches Breedon right on the button with a cross.#KD#
Brand steps into range and cracks Breedon with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Breedon flops backwards and Brand dives into his guard looking to finish! #ROC#Breedon is rocked!
Brand wants to stand but Breedon is controlling his posture from full guard.
Breedon is still in real trouble! Can Brand finish him?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Brand dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Brand paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Breedon seems to have recovered his senses.
Breedon shoots in but Brand avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Brand is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Breedon can do to turn this around?
Brand throws a nice looking combination but Breedon bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Brand cracks Breedon with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#KD#
Brand moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Breedon goes down! Can Brand finish him!?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brand wants to stand but Breedon is controlling his posture from full guard.
Brand stopping the sweep attempt from Breedon.#SU#
Brand stands up from Breedon's guard - Brand perhaps looking for a knockout.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Brand! Breedon is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Daniel Brand!

Event: GC 414 Keji vs. Son
Date: Jan 22, 2022

#R1#
The crowd cheers as La Vellei lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kuznetsov doesn't seem phased though.
Nikolai Kuznetsov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kuznetsov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but La Vellei was well out of range. Poor timing from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from La Vellei finds it's way round the side to connect with Kuznetsov's head.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook to the body
letting La Vellei counter with a right hand.
Nice uppercut there from La Vellei.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kuznetsov enables La Vellei to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kuznetsov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Kuznetsov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Kuznetsov gets caught flat footed, as La Vellei shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as La Vellei accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kuznetsov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
La Vellei throwing strikes but missing.
Kuznetsov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
La Vellei throws a big elbow that misses.
La Vellei postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kuznetsov being controlled here, momentarily.
La Vellei looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Kuznetsov is looking to stand up but La Vellei isn't so interested in that idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
La Vellei lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
La Vellei passes into half guard.
La Vellei wants to take a breather but Kuznetsov is having none of it.
La Vellei trying to mount his opponent but Kuznetsov defends it.
La Vellei is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
La Vellei is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kuznetsov defends it well.
La Vellei working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
La Vellei is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T2##SUB2#
La Vellei seems to be working for a kimura but Kuznetsov defends the submission attempt.
La Vellei not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ground and pound from La Vellei.
Kuznetsov is looking to escape.#SUB2#
La Vellei is working for a submission of some sort.
La Vellei takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#ES#
Kuznetsov has one foot on La Vellei's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T3#
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
La Vellei throws a counter combo.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
La Vellei lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kuznetsov backs up against the cage.
A punch combination from Kuznetsov misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Kuznetsov as he connects with a hook.
Kuznetsov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#TD2#
La Vellei changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kuznetsov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Kuznetsov is not content to let La Vellei control the position.
La Vellei is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Kuznetsov prevents La Vellei from improving position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
La Vellei sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Kuznetsov is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T4#
La Vellei wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kuznetsov keeps working. #SUB2#
La Vellei looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #ES#
Kuznetsov sneaks out the side door and pushes La Vellei away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Kuznetsov throws out a loose jab but La Vellei uses good head movement to avoid it.
La Vellei avoids the body shot from Kuznetsov.
La Vellei looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD2#
La Vellei closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kuznetsov to the mat! Kuznetsov manages to get full guard.

Kuznetsov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#BC#
Kuznetsov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
La Vellei thows a left - swing and a miss!
La Vellei has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses.
La Vellei uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kuznetsov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jean Cristopher La Vellei will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
The crowd cheers as Kuznetsov lands an impressive looking overhand right. La Vellei doesn't seem phased though.
La Vellei is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kuznetsov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
La Vellei throws a wild body kick that Kuznetsov sees coming a mile off.
Kuznetsov misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from La Vellei on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD2#
Kuznetsov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Jean Cristopher La Vellei has got the better of the ground game so far.
La Vellei throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
La Vellei wants to pass the guard but Kuznetsov is keeping the position.
La Vellei prevents Kuznetsov from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La Vellei postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
La Vellei chips away with some ground and pound.
La Vellei trying to control the position from guard on top but Kuznetsov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES#
Kuznetsov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. La Vellei is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T1#
Kuznetsov is struggling to control the position.#BC2#
La Vellei manages to break the clinch.
Kuznetsov scores with a head kick. La Vellei tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
La Vellei moves into range and connects with a jab.
La Vellei blocks the body kick.
Kuznetsov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD2#
La Vellei throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kuznetsov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. La Vellei is in Kuznetsov's guard.
Kuznetsov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
La Vellei connects with a couple of short punches.
La Vellei looking to pass the guard.
La Vellei throws a big elbow that misses.
Kuznetsov wants to stand and escape but La Vellei is having none of it. #T2#
La Vellei throws an elbow that misses. Kuznetsov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in La Vellei's guard. Nice move by Kuznetsov!#REVR#
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!
Kuznetsov stopping the sweep attempt from La Vellei.#SUB2#
La Vellei has his foot on Kuznetsov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kuznetsov works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
La Vellei looking for subs off his back but Kuznetsov has passed one foot through into half guard.
La Vellei tries to roll over but Kuznetsov keeps him under control.
La Vellei trying to control from the bottom. #T3#
La Vellei wants to get back to full guard.
La Vellei controlling the position well.
La Vellei is pressing down on Kuznetsov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
La Vellei managing to control the position.
La Vellei trying to control the position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
La Vellei tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB2#
La Vellei has his foot on Kuznetsov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kuznetsov works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
La Vellei looking for a guillotine here but Kuznetsov defends easily.
Kuznetsov postures up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kuznetsov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
La Vellei throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kuznetsov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
La Vellei feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kuznetsovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kuznetsov throws a big shot that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Nikolai Kuznetsov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Kuznetsov moves away from the strike by La Vellei.
La Vellei slips a jab and a cross from Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov lands a right hook to the body.
La Vellei blocks a jab.
Kuznetsov misses with a low kick as La Vellei jumps back.
La Vellei blocks a head kick by Kuznetsov.
La Vellei shoots in looking for a takedown. Kuznetsov tries to sprawl out of it but La Vellei keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kuznetsov dodges the punch combination from La Vellei.
La Vellei is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
La Vellei misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La Vellei shoots in looking for a takedown. Kuznetsov tries to sprawl out of it but La Vellei keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kuznetsov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nikolai Kuznetsov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kuznetsov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nikolai Kuznetsov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jean Cristopher La Vellei.
La Vellei ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Kuznetsov throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from La Vellei on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kuznetsov lands a jab to the head. #TD2#
La Vellei drives through with a takedown into Kuznetsov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Kuznetsov uses the cage to get back to his feet.
La Vellei takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
La Vellei throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
La Vellei takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
La Vellei closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kuznetsov to the mat! Kuznetsov manages to get full guard.
La Vellei looking to pass the guard. #ES#
Kuznetsov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
La Vellei throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #TD2#
La Vellei closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kuznetsov quickly recovers to half guard.
La Vellei takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
La Vellei trying to control from Kuznetsov's half guard. Kuznetsov has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T2#
Kuznetsov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
La Vellei looking to sit in guard and control but Kuznetsov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
La Vellei working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kuznetsov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kuznetsov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kuznetsov is looking to stand up but La Vellei won't let him. #SUB2#
La Vellei is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Kuznetsov rolls with it to try and escape but La Vellei cranks on the arm and Kuznetsov is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jean Cristopher La Vellei!
Jean Cristopher La Vellei thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: RISE 14: Veainu v Maestre
Date: Jan 02, 2022

#R1#
Brandis throws a body shot but no joy.
Brandis swinging wildly here.
Brand went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Good shot there by Brand.
Brandis throws a nice looking combination but Brand bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Brand misses with a jab, cross combination.
Brand takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Brand throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Brand throws an overhand right that lands on Brandis's shoulder, as Brandis tries to avoid the shot.
Brand connects with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandis misses with a shot to the body
and Brand cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab, jab by Brand - just one landing.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Brand! Brandis is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Daniel Brand!
Fletch Brandis was interviewed post fight and said 'I think I'm gonna drink a Miller Lite tonight and play some pool.'.

Event: CFC 448: Nagasaki v Da Silvia
Date: Dec 29, 2021

#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lewis has a couple of punches blocked by Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst blocking some punches.
Lewis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lewis working aggressively here.
Lewis blocks an uppercut.
Lewis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hazlehurst blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lewis misses with some punches.
Lewis working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lewis prevents a body shot from Hazlehurst.
Lewis pushes Hazlehurst back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hazlehurst tries to stall but Lewis uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lewis lands a hook that snaps the head of Hazlehurst backwards.
Lewis misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Lewis fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hazlehurst.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hazlehurst.
Lewis working aggressively here.
Lewis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lewis lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lewis lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hazlehurst backwards. #T1#
Hazlehurst holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Lewis lands a hook that snaps the head of Hazlehurst backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Hazlehurst.
Lewis throws a head punch that misses.
Lewis misses with some punches.
Hazlehurst blocks an uppercut.
Lewis lands a left hand.
Lewis gets through Hazlehurst's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hazlehurst blocks an uppercut.
Hazlehurst throws a head punch that misses.
Lewis swings wildly with an uppercut but Hazlehurst uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lewis swings wildly with an uppercut but Hazlehurst uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hazlehurst misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hazlehurst swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hazlehurst looking to stall.
Hazlehurst fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Lewis lands with a right to the head.
Hazlehurst scores with a shoulder strike.
Lewis throws a punch but it's blocked by Hazlehurst.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lewis lands with a short shot to the head.
Hazlehurst blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hazlehurst.
Lewis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lewis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hazlehurst blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lewis.
Lewis throws a head punch that misses.
Lewis blocks a body shot from Hazlehurst.
Lewis lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hazlehurst backwards.
Lewis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lewis lands a nice uppercut.
Lewis throws a head punch that misses.
Lewis misses with a punch on the inside.
Lewis misses with a punch on the inside.
Lewis lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hazlehurst is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Hazlehurst lands with a short shot to the head. #T3#
Lewis misses with the head strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lewis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Hazlehurst is leaning against Lewis and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lewis has a couple of punches blocked by Hazlehurst.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lewis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lewis.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
Hazlehurst takes a shot to the head.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hazlehurst lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lewis backwards.
Lewis blocks an uppercut.
Lewis lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hazlehurst tries to stall but Lewis uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Hazlehurst blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hazlehurst.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lewis.
Lewis swings wildly with an uppercut but Hazlehurst uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lewis.
Lewis working aggressively here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hazlehurst fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst looking to slow down the pace here.
A head punch on the inside from Lewis fails to land.
Hazlehurst blocking some punches.
Hazlehurst tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
Hazlehurst throws a punch but it's blocked by Lewis.
Hazlehurst throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lewiss head.
Hazlehurst blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hazlehurst misses with a body punch.
Lewis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lewis misses with a punch on the inside.
Lewis swings wildly with an uppercut but Hazlehurst uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hazlehurst blocking some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clive Staples Lewis dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lewis moves to clinch but Hazlehurst breaks away
and Hazlehurst counters with a straight right hand.
Hazlehurst goes for a double leg but Lewis avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lewis continues to drive forward.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hazlehurst.
Lewis lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lewis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hazlehurst avoiding damage.
Lewis lands an uppercut.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Lewis fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hazlehurst.
A short uppercut from Lewis.
Hazlehurst has a couple of punches blocked by Lewis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hazlehurst backwards.
Lewis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hazlehurst lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hazlehurst makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lewis throws a punch but it's blocked by Hazlehurst. #T1#
Hazlehurst stalling in the clinch but Lewis improves position.
Hazlehurst blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lewis blocks an uppercut.
Lewis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hazlehurst wants to stall.
Lewis scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hazlehurst has a couple of punches blocked by Lewis.
Lewis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Lewis fails to land.
Lewis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lewis lands with a short shot to the head.
Hazlehurst misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Lewis fails to land.
Lewis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hazlehurst blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lewis misses with some punches.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
Lewis working aggressively here. #T2#
Hazlehurst lands a shoulder strike.
Lewis misses with some punches.
Hazlehurst is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
Lewis swings wildly with an uppercut but Hazlehurst uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lewis blocks an uppercut.
Hazlehurst blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lewis.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hazlehurst blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lewis lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hazlehurst swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
Lewis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lewis working aggressively here.
Hazlehurst misses with some punches.
Lewis throws a punch but it's blocked by Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst misses with some punches.
Hazlehurst fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hazlehurst throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lewiss head. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hazlehurst.
A head punch on the inside from Lewis fails to land.
Lewis has a couple of punches blocked by Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst misses with a punch on the inside.
Lewis lands an uppercut.
Hazlehurst blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lewis blocks a body shot from Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst blocks an uppercut.
Hazlehurst content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lewis.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hazlehurst creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Hazlehurst lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst throws a punch but it's blocked by Lewis.
Hazlehurst blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hazlehurst works on Lewis's body with a couple of short punches.
Lewis is breathing heavily.
Lewis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hazlehurst backwards. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hazlehurst is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Lewis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hazlehurst blocking some punches.
Lewis has a couple of punches blocked by Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst misses with a punch to the body.
Hazlehurst working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hazlehurst misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lewis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lewis misses with a punch on the inside.
Hazlehurst lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lewis throws a head punch that misses.
Lewis lands with a left to the head.
Clive Staples Lewis seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A short uppercut from Hazlehurst. #CUT#It looks like Clive Staples Lewis has been cut.
Hazlehurst is trying to maintain a safe position but Lewis gets an underhook and turns Hazlehurst into the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Hazlehurst.
Lewis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The referee calls for Hazlehurst to work.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clive Staples Lewis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Clive Staples Lewis'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#
Hazlehurst swats away the attempt to clinch by Lewis.#CL2#
Lewis moves into the clinch.
Lewis swings wildly with an uppercut but Hazlehurst uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lewis throws a punch but it's blocked by Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst throws a punch but it's blocked by Lewis.
Hazlehurst has Lewis pushed against the cage.
Hazlehurst lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lewis blocking some punches.
Hazlehurst trying to control the position but instead, Lewis has worked for underhooks and has pushed Hazlehurst into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hazlehurst.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lewis.
Hazlehurst blocks an uppercut.
Lewis throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Lewis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lewis.
Hazlehurst blocks an uppercut.
Hazlehurst softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Hazlehurst fails to land.
Lewis makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hazlehurst misses with the head strike.
Lewis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hazlehurst backwards.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hazlehurst tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lewis.
Lewis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lewis lands with a short shot to the head.
Lewis working aggressively here.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
Lewis has a couple of punches blocked by Hazlehurst.
Lewis has a couple of punches blocked by Hazlehurst.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lewis throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Lewis lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hazlehurst backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lewis lands a hook that snaps the head of Hazlehurst backwards.
Lewis misses with some punches.
Lewis misses with a punch on the inside.
Hazlehurst's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lewis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lewis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hazlehurst misses with some punches.
Hazlehurst tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lewis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hazlehurst takes a shot to the head.
Hazlehurst doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lewis pushes Hazlehurst back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst blocking some punches.
Hazlehurst can't find room to land a body shot as Lewis controls the action.
Hazlehurst blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hazlehurst doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lewis misses with a punch on the inside.
Hazlehurst effectively controlling the action here.#T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lewis.
Lewis throws a punch but it's blocked by Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hazlehurst working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lewis scores with a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lewis.
Hazlehurst blocks an uppercut.
Hazlehurst throws a punch but it's blocked by Lewis.
Hazlehurst tries to work over Lewis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short left from Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst working some nice short punches in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lewis.
Lewis's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Hazlehurst tries to stall but Lewis uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Hazlehurst throws a head punch that misses.
Lewis swings wildly with an uppercut but Hazlehurst uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lewis working aggressively here.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T4#
Hazlehurst misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hazlehurst blocks an uppercut.
Hazlehurst throws a punch but it's blocked by Lewis.
Lewis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lewis pushes Hazlehurst back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hazlehurst.
Hazlehurst trying to stall but Lewis improves his position.
Hazlehurst is trying to stall.
Daniel Hazlehurst has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lewis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hazlehurst taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Lewis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lewis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hazlehurst misses with a punch on the inside.
Lewis misses with the head strike.
Lewis has a couple of punches blocked by Hazlehurst.
Lewis lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hazlehurst backwards.
Clive Staples Lewis is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Hazlehurst has Lewis pressed against the cage.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clive Staples Lewis!

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