Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: HZN 19 Shredder v Shakes
Date: May 04, 2024

#R1#
Trejo throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kovacs attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Trejo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Trejo takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kovacs keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Trejo.
Kovacs lands a jab-cross combination.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kovacs.
Trejo with a nice calf kick.
Kovacs's corner calls for a 1-2. Kovacs obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kovacs throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Trejo.
Kovacs throws a hook but Trejo avoids it easily.#KD2#
Trejo lands a big head kick that sends Kovacs tumbling to the mat! Trejo takes a step backwards and waves Kovacs back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Kovacs is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Andor Kovacs has been cut.
Trejo drops Kovacs with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Kovacs! Trejo dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Danny Trejo!
During a confident post fight interview, Danny Trejo thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Andor Kovacs was interviewed post fight and said 'Tnough lost , i want bum phillps next'.

Event: CCC 24 : Gretel vs Laguera
Date: Apr 27, 2024

#R1#
Dickinson scores with the left hand. Tarlah knows he should have avoided that one.
Dickinson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT#It looks like Balink Tarlah has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dickinson. Tarlah does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Tarlah on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dickinson throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Tarlah counters with a nice double leg into side control. Dickinson won't be happy with that.
Tarlah working away.
Dickinson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tarlah wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dickinson wants to control but Tarlah postures up.
Dickinson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tarlah misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Dickinson wants to control but Tarlah postures up.
Dickinson is pushing Tarlah's head away, looking to escape. Tarlah manages to hold on to the position though.#T1#
Dickinson is trying to get back to half guard.
Tarlah wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dickinson keeps working.
Dickinson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tarlah wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dickinson keeps working.
Dickinson is looking for a sweep.
Dickinson gets back to half guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dickinson controlling the position well.
Dickinson wants to get back to his feet.
Tarlah wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dickinson keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dickinson wants to land a leg kick but Tarlah is out of range.
Tarlah is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dickinson with a body shot.
Dickinson throws a sloppy head kick
and Tarlah makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Dickinson stalks Tarlah and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tarlah's face. Tarlah staggers backwards, shaken.
Dickinson looks to throw the jab but Tarlah is out of range.
Tarlah lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Dickinson shoots in for a takedown but Tarlah shows good takedown defense.
It seemed like Tarlah was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Dickinson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tarlah.
Tarlah checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tarlah bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tarlah takes a kick to the side of the head.
Tarlah avoids the head kick by Dickinson.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tarlah! But no joy.
Tarlah slips a jab and a cross from Dickinson.
Despite the aggression on Tarlah's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Sean Dickinson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dickinson misses with a series of wild punches.
Dickinson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tarlah.
Tarlah now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T4#
Dickinson throws a body shot but no joy.
Tarlah lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Sean Dickinson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tarlah slaps away a takedown attempt from Dickinson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dickinson throws a looping overhand right but Tarlah ducks down to avoid it.
Dickinson lands a right hook to the body.
Dickinson feints and then cracks Tarlah's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tarlah down.
Dickinson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tarlah.
Tarlah is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tarlah avoids the head kick by Dickinson.
Dickinson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A nice side step and Tarlah releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sean Dickinson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Balink Tarlah's cut.
That's time! Dickinson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Good work by Tarlah as he checks the leg kick.
As Dickinson backs off Tarlah throws a huge counter combo but Dickinson manages to avoid it all.
Dickinson misses with a right hand
and Tarlah cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dickinson misses with a head kick.
Tarlah moves out of range as Dickinson strikes.
Dickinson tries to work over Tarlah's front leg with a kick but Tarlah checks it.
Tarlah appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sean Dickinson is winning the standup battle so far.
Dickinson motions for Tarlah to come forward. Dickinson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tarlah swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tarlah on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarlah moves away from the strike by Dickinson.
Dickinson works the jab nicely.
Dickinson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tarlah can do to turn this around?
Tarlah defending well as Dickinson loads up on a big left hand.
Tarlah changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
Dickinson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tarlah takes one on the button.
Nice uppercut lands for Dickinson. That snapped Tarlah's head back.
A head kick misses from Dickinson.
Dickinson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dickinson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dickinson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tarlah circles away quickly and effectively.
Tarlah let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tarlah dodges the punch combination from Dickinson.
A countering left hand to the body from Tarlah misses.#T2#
Tarlah avoids the head kick by Dickinson.
Dickinson misses with a double jab
and Tarlah counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dickinson throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Tarlah counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tarlah is standing up over Dickinson. Dickinson looks to escape but Tarlah dives into side control.
Dickinson pushes Tarlah away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Tarlah gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
You can see the frustration on Dickinson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Tarlah wants to control but Dickinson is keeping him busy. #ES#
Dickinson sneaks out the side door and pushes Tarlah away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T3#
Dickinson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tarlah moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tarlah throws out a counter right but Dickinson avoids it with no problem.
Dickinson throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Tarlah counter with a right hand.
Tarlah keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tarlah unleashes a big counter combination but Dickinson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Dickinson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tarlah.
Tarlah slips a straight right by Dickinson.
Tarlah tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tarlah takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tarlah closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Dickinson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tarlah checks it well.
A countering left hand to the body from Tarlah misses.
Sean Dickinson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dickinson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tarlah defends well and Dickinson ends up having to push Tarlah into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
And Tarlah tries to counter it with a takedown but Dickinson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dickinson scores with a shoulder strike. #T4##BC#
Dickinson breaks the clinch.
A slow jab from Dickinson misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Tarlah on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dickinson throws a leg kick which misses Tarlah's front leg but catches the back leg as Tarlah tries to avoid it.
Dickinson throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Tarlah counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tarlah 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.
Dickinson wants to sweep here but Tarlah controlling him for the moment.
Tarlah controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tarlah is continuing to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sean Dickinson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Balink Tarlah's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Dickinson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tarlah was well out of range. Poor timing from Dickinson.
Dickinson lands a nice shot that snaps Tarlah's head back.
Dickinson looks to land a combination but Tarlah avoids it well.
Tarlah let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Dickinson lands a jab to the nose.
Tarlah takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dickinson throws a series of punches but Tarlah avoids them all with ease.
Dickinson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tarlah. Tarlah circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dickinson looks to land a right hand but Tarlah moved out of range.
A big right from Dickinson misses.
Dickinson falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Tarlah counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T1#
Tarlah 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.
Tarlah preventing the sweep.
Dickinson wants to get back to his feet but Tarlah passes into half guard.
Dickinson is not content to let Tarlah control the position.
Dickinson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tarlah is working away from the top position though.
Dickinson is looking for a sweep. Tarlah is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dickinson has hold of Tarlah's hands but Tarlah slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Tarlah looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dickinson tries to kick Tarlah off but Tarlah keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tarlah trying to control from half guard but Dickinson is working away.
Tarlah looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Tarlah seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dickinson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tarlah missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dickinson throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Dickinson tries to kick Tarlah off but Tarlah keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dickinson throws a hook to the side of Tarlah's head but Tarlah sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A countering left hand to the body from Tarlah misses.
Sean Dickinson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Dickinson lands a jab-cross combination.
Dickinson throws a nice looking combination but Tarlah bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dickinson misses with a series of wild punches.
Tarlah let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Dickinson throws out a loose jab but Tarlah uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tarlah slips a jab and a cross from Dickinson.
Tarlah throws out a counter right but Dickinson avoids it with no problem.
Dickinson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A countering left hand to the body from Tarlah misses.
Dickinson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Dickinson wants to slow Tarlah down by chopping away at his legs. #T4#
Dickinson swings for the body but Tarlah moves out of range.
It seemed like Tarlah was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dickinson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Tarlah counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dickinson shoots in and drives through. Tarlah sprawls well.
Dickinson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tarlah counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dickinson thinking.
Dickinson misses with a hook
and Tarlah counters with a lovely 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!
Dickinson throws a leg kick that misses.
Tarlah appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tarlah blocks a head kick by Dickinson.
Balink Tarlah has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dickinson works the jab nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sean Dickinson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dickinson, 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sean Dickinson!
Sean Dickinson looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'I beat this bum . Now give me another bum'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 17, 2024

#R1##KD#
Schrute drops Lei with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Lei looks back up at him and smiles so Schrute waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Lei is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Frito Lei has been cut.
Lei looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Are you kidding me?! Schrute ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Lei clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dwight Schrute!
An out of breath Dwight Schrute thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Frito Lei stepped up to the mic, saying 'I need a drink!'.

Event: CCC 20 : Nagibatel vs Martinez
Date: Apr 14, 2024

#R1#
Martinez scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Javier Martinez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nagibatel will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Martinez scores with a jab.
Martinez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nagibatel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Martinez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nagibatel tried to counter with a leg kick but Martinez avoided it.#CL2#
Martinez rushes Nagibatel and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Nagibatel breaks from the clinch.
Martinez has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibatel thows a leg kick but Martinez checks it #TD2#
and Martinez counters with a nice double leg into side control. Nagibatel won't be happy with that.
Martinez is looking to take a break and control but Nagibatel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1##ES#
Nagibatel throws Martinez to one side and escapes!
Martinez shoots in for a double leg but Nagibatel sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Martinez moves into the clinch.
Nagibatel stalling the fight.
Nagibatel stalling the fight.
Martinez pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC#
Nagibatel pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Martinez is looking to clinch but Nagibatel is avoiding it. #CL2#
Martinez moves into the clinch successfully. #T2#
Martinez lands an elbow that stopped Nagibatel in his tracks for a moment.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Nagibatel takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Martinez pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#TD2#
Martinez has Nagibatel pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Martinez pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Nagibatel tumbling to the mat - Martinez dives into Nagibatel's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Martinez postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Martinez scoring with punches to the head and body.
Nagibatel is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Martinez is controlling him.
Martinez trying to control the position from guard on top but Nagibatel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Martinez won't allow Nagibatel to get back to his feet. #T3#
Nagibatel keeping moving, preventing Martinez from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nagibatel swats away the attempt to clinch by Martinez.
Nagibatel appears to be looking for a big counter.
Martinez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nagibatel.
Nagibatel misses with a two punch combination. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Martinez checks a leg kick nicely.
Martinez tries to clinch there but Nagibatel circles away.
Nagibatel looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Martinez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nagibatel paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Martinez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
As Martinez backs away, Nagibatel returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lyoha Nagibatel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Javier Martinez.
A nice leg kick from Nagibatel, right into the meat of the thigh.
Martinez moves in looking to clinch but Nagibatel pushes him off.
Nagibatel circles away from the clinch attempt
and Nagibatel counters with an outside leg kick.
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 Lyoha Nagibatel will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Martinez wants to clinch.
Nagibatel stuffs the takedown attempt from Martinez. Martinez gets slowly back to his feet.
Martinez fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martinez throws a looping overhand right but Nagibatel ducks down to avoid it.
Nagibatel tries to land a leg kick but Martinez saw it coming and moves away.
Nagibatel does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #T1##CL2#
Martinez has taken the fight to the clinch.
Martinez throws an elbow that misses.
Nagibatel looking to stall.
Martinez is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Nagibatel is defending well for now.
Nagibatel stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Nagibatel dodges an elbow strike from Martinez. #BC#
Nagibatel pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nagibatel scores with a jab to the head.
Martinez blocks a jab.
Nagibatel fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Martinez has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Martinez goes for a double leg but Nagibatel avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nagibatel continues to drive forward.#T2#
Nagibatel throws a low kick but Martinez moves out of range easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Martinez looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nagibatel with a nice calf kick.
Nagibatel fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Martinez.
Nagibatel tried to score with a low kick but Martinez checks it.
Martinez misses with a straight left.
Nagibatel scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T3#
Martinez checks a leg kick nicely.
Martinez tries to clinch but Nagibatel moves out of range.
Martinez tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Nagibatel counters with a nice low kick that buckles Martinez's knee momentarily.
Martinez is looking to clinch but Nagibatel is avoiding it.
Nagibatel fires out a quick counter leg kick but Martinez just manages to avoid it.
Martinez moves in looking to clinch but Nagibatel pushes him off.
Lyoha Nagibatel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nagibatel swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Martinez scores with a nice strike.#T4#
Nagibatel misses with a leg kick
and Martinez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Martinez shoots in looking for a takedown. Nagibatel tries to sprawl out of it but Martinez keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nagibatel manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lyoha Nagibatel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Javier Martinez.
Nagibatel lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Martinez tries to clinch up
enabling Nagibatel to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lyoha Nagibatel dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Martinez works the jab nicely.
Martinez tries to close the distance and clinch but Nagibatel swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Nagibatel lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Martinez has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Martinez and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Nagibatel misses with a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Martinez! But no joy.
Nagibatel pivots, looking for a leg kick but Martinez is out of range and Nagibatel settles back down.
Nagibatel takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lyoha Nagibatel is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibatel is looking to chop away at Martinez's legs.
Martinez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nagibatel.
Nagibatel is looking to counter punch.
Martinez tries to clinch but Nagibatel moves out of range.
Nagibatel feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T1#
Nagibatel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nagibatel fires out a quick counter leg kick but Martinez just manages to avoid it.
Nagibatel fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Martinez has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Martinez moves in looking to clinch but Nagibatel pushes him off.
Nagibatel moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nagibatel misses with a low kick.
Martinez might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Nagibatel scoring well with a low kick there.
Nagibatel bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Martinez's head.
Nagibatel misses with a low kick.
Nagibatel throws a leg kick but Martinez moved away.#T2#
Martinez is looking to clinch but Nagibatel is avoiding it.
Nagibatel throws a leg kick but Martinez moved away.#CL2#
Martinez moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Nagibatel escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nagibatel tries a low kick but Martinez avoids it.
Martinez throws a lazy right hand but Nagibatel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Martinez tries to clinch but Nagibatel moves out of range.
Nagibatel appears to be looking for a big counter.
Martinez's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A jab from Martinez does it's job there.
Martinez wants to clinch
and Nagibatel counters with a leg kick.
Martinez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Martinez checks a leg kick.
Martinez fails with an attempt to clinch.
Martinez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nagibatel. Nagibatel obviously looking to wear him down.
Martinez throws a hook to the side of Nagibatel's head but Nagibatel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Martinez checks the leg kick nicely there.
Martinez drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Nagibatel defends it well.
Nagibatel slips under a jab.
Nagibatel fires out a quick counter leg kick but Martinez just manages to avoid it.
Nagibatel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Martinez can do to turn this around?
Martinez lands with a cross. #T4#
Nagibatel pivots, looking for a leg kick but Martinez is out of range and Nagibatel settles back down.
Martinez tries to clinch up but Nagibatel circles away and keeps his distance.
Nagibatel swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Good exchange - Martinez coming out on top.
Martinez tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Nagibatel counters with a nice leg kick.
You can see that Martinez has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Martinez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nagibatel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lyoha Nagibatel clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Nagibatel cracks Martinez with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nagibatel misses with a leg kick.
Martinez is looking to clinch.
Martinez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nagibatel moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Martinez checks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibatel throws a solid leg kick but Martinez takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Nagibatel.
Nagibatel throws out a leg kick but Martinez moves out of range and Nagibatel only half commits.
Martinez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nagibatel manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
As Martinez backs away, Nagibatel returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Nagibatel takes one on the button.
Martinez darts in looking for a takedown but Nagibatel gets double underhooks and turns Martinez into the cage.
Nagibatel half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nagibatel motions for Martinez to come forward. Nagibatel throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Martinez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nagibatel defends well and Martinez ends up having to push Nagibatel into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Martinez is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Nagibatel throws a hook but Martinez blocks it.
Nagibatel throws a leg kick that misses.
Nagibatel tries a low kick but Martinez avoids it.
Nagibatel circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nagibatel tried to counter with a leg kick but Martinez avoided it.#T2#
Nagibatel throws out a leg kick but Martinez moves out of range and Nagibatel only half commits.
Martinez is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Martinez wants to clinch.
Martinez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nagibatel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nagibatel will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
And Martinez tries to counter it with a takedown but Nagibatel pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nagibatel circles away from the clinch attempt.
Martinez has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Nagibatel.#T3#
Nagibatel circles away from the clinch attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Nagibatel on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nagibatel avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nagibatel fires out a quick counter leg kick but Martinez just manages to avoid it.
Martinez looks to clinch
and Nagibatel counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Martinez tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Nagibatel counters with an outside leg kick.
Martinez is looking to clinch but Nagibatel is avoiding it.
Nagibatel throwing a counter right hand but Martinez manages to avoid it.
Nagibatel lands with a thumping leg kick.
Martinez throws a lazy right hand but Nagibatel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD2#
Martinez throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Nagibatel tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Martinez is in Nagibatel's guard.

Nagibatel kicks Martinez off and gets to his feet. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Martinez is looking to clinch but Nagibatel is avoiding it.
Nagibatel stuffs the takedown attempt from Martinez. Martinez gets slowly back to his feet.
Nagibatel throws a big counter combination but Martinez scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Lyoha Nagibatel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Javier Martinez.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nagibatel.
Nagibatel fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Martinez.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nagibatel fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Martinez has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Martinez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nagibatel manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lyoha Nagibatel had his way with Javier Martinez in that round.
That's time! Nagibatel's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Martinez checks a leg kick.
Nagibatel throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Martinez swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nagibatel throws a leg kick
enabling Martinez to counter with a crisp jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Martinez looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nagibatel lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martinez looks to land a right hand but Nagibatel moved out of range.
Martinez doesn't manage to clinch there - Nagibatel circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Nagibatel misses the target.#T1#
A slow jab from Nagibatel misses its intended target.
Martinez throws a hook but Nagibatel blocks it.
Nagibatel appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Martinez takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nagibatel leaves Martinez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nagibatel appears to be looking for a big counter.
Martinez is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A big right from Martinez misses.
Nagibatel misses with a low kick.
Nagibatel fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
Nagibatel moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Martinez doesn't manage to clinch there - Nagibatel circles away.
Nagibatel lands with a straight right. Martinez didn't see that one coming.
It looks like Nagibatel has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Nagibatel misses with a low kick as Martinez jumps back.
Martinez gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD#
and Nagibatel counters with a crisp one two that drops Martinez! Nagibatel thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Martinez to his feet! Martinez is in big trouble!#ROC#Martinez is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nagibatel fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Martinez to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Martinez looks to clinch but Nagibatel throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Martinez taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Lyoha Nagibatel!
Lyoha Nagibatel retains his middleweight title!
A relieved looking Lyoha Nagibatel 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: CCC 20 : Nagibatel vs Martinez
Date: Apr 14, 2024

#R1#
Schrute drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Schrute takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Long misses with a hook.
Schrute slips under a jab.
Long throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Long throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Schrute stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A slow jab from Schrute misses its intended target.
Long defending well as Schrute loads up on a big left hand.
Schrute misses the jab.
Schrute takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Long uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schrute.
Nice body punch from Long. #KD#
Long sends Schrute crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Long is motioning to the referee to let Schrute up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#CUT#It looks like Dwight Schrute has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Long connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#ROC#Schrute is rocked!
Long fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Schrute to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Schrute looks to clinch but Long throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Schrute taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Tian Long!
Tian Long thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 04, 2024

#R1#
Kovacs checks a leg kick.
A jab from Cannabino misses.
Cannabino misses with a low kick.
No joy there for Kovacs, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kovacs 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.
Cannabino attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kovacs connects with a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Cannabino.
Kovacs throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Kovacs lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Cannabino throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sloppy strikes from Kovacs. Those never looked like landing.
Cannabino misses with a low kick.
Cannabino throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cannabino throws a lazy right hand but Kovacs sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kovacs checks a leg kick.
Kovacs appears to be looking for a big counter.
Cannabino bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cannabino tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
Kovacs tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Cannabino takes a swing at Kovacs's ribcage but misses.
Cannabino tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Cannabino connects with a solid leg kick.
Emporio Cannabino seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kovacs connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kovacs bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A bone on bone clash there as Kovacs blocks the leg kick.
Kovacs is looking for a counter combo.
Kovacs throws a head kick but Cannabino moves out of range.
Cannabino does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Cannabino throws a lazy right hand but Kovacs sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cannabino misses with a kick to the body.
Cannabino throws a lazy right hand but Kovacs sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cannabino jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kovacs lands a jab to the nose.
Cannabino throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kovacs lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT#It looks like Emporio Cannabino has been cut.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kovacs throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cannabino tries to work over Kovacs's front leg with a kick but Kovacs checks it.
Kovacs swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kovacs takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kovacs tests Cannabino's chin there with a solid looking shot.#KD2#
Cannabino lands a big head kick that sends Kovacs tumbling to the mat! Cannabino takes a step backwards and waves Kovacs back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Cannabino looks to land a left hand but Kovacs moved out of range nicely.
Kovacs thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cannabino throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kovacs counters with a series of strikes. Cannabino will be more careful next time no doubt.
Cannabino ducks right into an uppercut from Kovacs.
Cannabino throws a leg kick but Kovacs sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kovacs closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Kovacs looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Cannabino misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kovacs misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Kovacs bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab from Kovacs finds it's way through Cannabino's defenses.
Cannabino throws a leg kick which misses Kovacs's front leg but catches the back leg as Kovacs tries to avoid it.
Kovacs tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A bone on bone clash there as Kovacs blocks the leg kick.
Kovacs throws a head kick that misses.
Kovacs with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cannabino fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kovacs connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Cannabino's hands.
Kovacs tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Cannabino lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Cannabino lands a jab to the head.
Cannabino takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Cannabino tried to score with a low kick but Kovacs checks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cannabino tries a low kick but Kovacs avoids it.#T4#
Cannabino ducks right into an uppercut from Kovacs.
Cannabino throws an overhand right that lands on Kovacs's shoulder, as Kovacs tries to avoid the shot.
Cannabino blocks a head kick by Kovacs.
Kovacs lands a head kick!
Kovacs on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Cannabino. Cannabino obviously looking to wear him down.
Kovacs throws a head kick that misses.
Cannabino throws a jab when Kovacs was well out of range.
Cannabino throws out a loose jab but Kovacs uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cannabino throws a sloppy body shot
and Kovacs counters with a series of strikes. Cannabino will be more careful next time no doubt.
A bone on bone clash there as Kovacs blocks the leg kick.
Cannabino ducks under a wild hook from Kovacs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kovacs keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Cannabino takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Cannabino walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kovacs checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Cannabino just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKovacs.
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 Andor Kovacs will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Emporio Cannabino's cut.
That's time! Kovacs's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A swing and a miss from Kovacs.
Cannabino throws a low kick but Kovacs avoids it.
Kovacs tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cannabino defends well and Kovacs ends up having to push Cannabino into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cannabino tries a quick counter leg kick but Kovacs is wise to it.
Cannabino just leaning against Kovacs, taking a breather.
Cannabino misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cannabino misses with the head strike.
Kovacs blocking some punches.
Kovacs blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Cannabino.
Cannabino tries to work over Kovacs's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Cannabino breaks the clinch.
Cannabino gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kovacs.
Cannabino gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Cannabino wants to slow Kovacs down by chopping away at his legs.
Kovacs swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Andor Kovacs is winning the standup battle so far.
Kovacs avoids the body shot from Cannabino. #T1#
Cannabino ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovacs moves away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Cannabino.
Andor Kovacs is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Cannabino throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kovacs.
Kovacs was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cannabino tries to land a front kick but Kovacs steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Cannabino misses with a leg kick
and Kovacs counters with a straight right hand.
Kovacs connects with a high kick.
Cannabino looks to score with a jab to the body but Kovacs is just out of range.
Cannabino steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kovacs.
Cannabino was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kovacs checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kovacs throws a big counter combination but Cannabino scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kovacs throws a sloppy head kick and Cannabino moves out of range easily.
Kovacs throws a half hearted mid kick.
Decent striking displayed by Cannabino there.
Cannabino bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kovacs's head.#ROC2#Kovacs is rocked!
Cannabino moves out of range of the body kick.
Kovacs misses with a straight left.
Kovacs clobbers Cannabino with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kovacs fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Cannabino is out of range.
Kovacs blocks a head kick by Cannabino.
Kovacs lands a jab-cross combination.
Cannabino chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Cannabino misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kovacs counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cannabino throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Cannabino misses with a head kick.
Cannabino misses with a low kick.
Kovacs is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kovacs ducks under a wild hook from Cannabino.
Cannabino attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kovacs was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cannabino shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kovacs.
Kovacs looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Cannabino throws a shot from downtown. Kovacs moves away and avoids it.
Kovacs uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cannabino.#T3#
Kovacs throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kovacs's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Kovacs misses with a wild combination.
Cannabino uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kovacs.
A leg kick checked by Kovacs.
Kovacs throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cannabino sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kovacs. Cannabino does a little dance to reset his feet.
A slapping leg kick lands for Cannabino.
Cannabino takes a swing at Kovacs's ribcage but misses.
Cannabino tries a low kick but Kovacs avoids it.
The fighters circling - Cannabino throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Cannabino looks to move away, Kovacs throws a big counter combo but Cannabino just gets out of the way.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Cannabino in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Kovacs throws a poor cross that misses
and Cannabino counters with a straight right hand.
Kovacs throws a shot from downtown. Cannabino moves away and avoids it.
Kovacs blocks a leg kick.
Kovacs lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#T4#
Cannabino throws a leg kick which misses Kovacs's front leg but catches the back leg as Kovacs tries to avoid it.
Kovacs misses with a wild combination.
Kovacs jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kovacs swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kovacs bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Cannabino's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kovacs with the inside leg kick.
Cannabino throws a body punch but Kovacs moves out of range.
A jab lands there for Cannabino.
Kovacs moves out of range of the strikes.
Kovacs throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Cannabino. That's going to slow Kovacs down.
Cannabino finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jab by Cannabino.
Cannabino throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Emporio Cannabino will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Emporio Cannabino's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Cannabino throws a lazy head kick
and Cannabino takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kovacs is looking to chop away at Cannabino's legs.
Kovacs throws an overhand right that lands on Cannabino's shoulder, as Cannabino tries to avoid the shot.
Cannabino digs a good body shot into Kovacs's ribs.
Jab, jab by Kovacs - just one landing.
Cannabino scores with a leg kick.
Kovacs checks a low kick from Cannabino.
Kovacs checks a low kick from Cannabino.
Kovacs bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Cannabino's head backwards.
Kovacs checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cannabino uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kovacs.
Cannabino pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kovacs is out of range and Cannabino settles back down.
Kovacs throwing a counter right hand but Cannabino manages to avoid it.
Kovacs throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cannabino stuffs the takedown attempt from Kovacs. Kovacs gets slowly back to his feet. #T1#
Cannabino misses with a leg kick
and Kovacs cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A low kick from Cannabino misses
and Kovacs counters with a head kick. That will keep Cannabino thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cannabino, as that shot connected.
Cannabino takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nice body kick there by Kovacs.
Cannabino slips under a jab from Kovacs.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cannabino.
Cannabino misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kovacs will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kovacs lands with a nice combination. Cannabino backs away looking to recover.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head kick misses from Kovacs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Cannabino. That's going to slow Kovacs down.
Kovacs looks to land a combination but Cannabino avoids it well. #T2#
Kovacs throws a head kick but Cannabino moves out of range.
Cannabino lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice leg kick from Cannabino, right into the meat of the thigh.
Cannabino uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kovacs.
Cannabino with a nice calf kick.
Cannabino misses with a looping right.
Cannabino pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kovacs is out of range and Cannabino settles back down.
Kovacs swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Cannabino misses with a kick to the body.
Kovacs bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kovacs misses with a head kick.
Kovacs checks a low kick from Cannabino.
Nice straight punches there by Kovacs. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kovacs.
Cannabino lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kovacs's sensitive parts.
Cannabino takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Cannabino scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kovacs doesn't seem bothered though.
Kovacs avoids the head kick by Cannabino.
Cannabino misses with a low kick as Kovacs jumps back.
Kovacs tried to counter with a leg kick but Cannabino avoided it.
Cannabino sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
An inside leg kick from Kovacs misses.
Cannabino bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cannabino throws a lazy right hand but Kovacs sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cannabino lands with a right hand.
Kovacs fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Cannabino has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Cannabino misses with a wild combination.
Kovacs takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kovacs throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T4#
Cannabino stalks Kovacs and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kovacs's face. Kovacs staggers backwards, shaken.
Cannabino takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kovacs throws a lazy head kick
and Cannabino counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kovacs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cannabino moves away.
Cannabino fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Cannabino lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kovacs's sensitive parts.
Cannabino has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kovacs throws a series of strikes that have Cannabino backpedaling.
Cannabino lands with an uppercut that bounces Kovacs off the cage and back into range.
Cannabino tests Kovacs's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oh Kovacs is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cannabino moves forwards but Kovacs connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Cannabino cracks Kovacs with a hook to the temple - Kovacs is on wobbly legs here! Cannabino swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Kovacs falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Cannabino wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Emporio Cannabino!
After winning the bout, Emporio Cannabino thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Andor Kovacs was interviewed post fight and said 'Tnough lost , i want bum phillps next'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 28, 2024

#R1#
Kovacs throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Oliveira throwing a counter right hand but Kovacs manages to avoid it.
We've been hearing reports that Oliveira has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Some wild striking there from Kovacs.
Kovacs has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Oliveira walks into a jab.
Kovacs throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovacs dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kovacs swinging wildly here. #T1#
Kovacs pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Oliveira slips a straight right by Kovacs.
Oliveira looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kovacs misses with a low kick as Oliveira jumps back.
Oliveira was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Good standup being displayed there by Kovacs as he connects with a hook.
Kovacs looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kovacs tries to bum rush Oliveira with a series of wild strikes but Oliveira uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T2#
Kovacs throws a jab but it's blocked by Oliveira.
Kovacs just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromOliveira.
Kovacs misses with the combination.
Some bone on bone action there as Oliveira checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Oliveira is looking to counter with head kicks.
The fighters circling - Kovacs throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Oliveira wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kovacs misses with the combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Oliveira misses the target.
Kovacs misses with a straight right. #T3#
Kovacs with a nice cross.
Kovacs connects with a nice looking jab.
Kovacs lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Oliveira circles away quickly and effectively.
Oliveira defending well as Kovacs loads up on a big left hand.
Oliveira tries to counter with a takedown but Kovacs is quick to defend against it.
Oliveira dodges the punch combination from Kovacs.
Oliveira throws a quick counter head kick but Kovacs was just out of range.
A big left from Kovacs misses. #T4#
Kovacs throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kovacs lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kovacs.
Kovacs throws a jab when Oliveira was well out of range.
It looked like Oliveira wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Oliveira uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kovacs.
Oliveira avoids a punch combination nicely.
Oliveira lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kovacs chopping away at his opponent's legs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Andor Kovacs 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#
Kovacs lunges at Oliveira with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Oliveira's hand.
A swing and a miss from Kovacs.
Oliveira is looking to counter punch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kovacs.
Kovacs misses with a wild body shot.
Oliveira is looking to counter with head kicks.
Kovacs is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oliveira.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliveira avoids a punch combination nicely.
Oliveira swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kovacs has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kovacs waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Oliveira.#T1#
Oliveira is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kovacs.
Oliveira displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kovacs throws out the jab.
Kovacs lands with an uppercut that bounces Oliveira off the cage and back into range.
Kovacs lands an overhand right.
Kovacs throws a sloppy head kick and Oliveira moves out of range easily.
Oliveira ducks right into an uppercut from Kovacs.
Kovacs scores with a jab to the head. #T2#
Kovacs misses with a series of wild punches.
Kovacs lands with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kovacs rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Oliveira moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kovacs misses with a looping left.
Kovacs throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andor Kovacs is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Kovacs throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Oliveira.
A little feinted left hand from Oliveira on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kovacs loads up on a big right hand but Oliveira slips the punch.
Oliveira is looking to counter the offense by Kovacs and move into the clinch.
Kovacs stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Andor Kovacs seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kovacs misses with a looping left.
Oliveira was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kovacs throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Oliveira cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kovacs throws a hook but Oliveira blocks it.
A little feinted left hand from Oliveira on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kovacs misses with a few strikes there.
Oliveira swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4#
Kovacs throws an overhand right that lands on Oliveira's shoulder, as Oliveira tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Oliveira wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kovacs throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Oliveira.
Kovacs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Oliveira moves away.
Oliveira slips a jab from Kovacs.
Kovacs throws a shot from downtown. Oliveira moves away and avoids it.
Oliveira swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Oliveira keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kovacs.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Oliveira might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kovacs throws a leg kick that misses.
Oliveira is looking to counter punch.
Oliveira moves away from the strike by Kovacs.
A little feinted left hand from Oliveira on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Andor Kovacs showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Kovacs fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The fighters circling - Kovacs throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Oliveira looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Kovacs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kovacs just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromOliveira.
Kovacs throws a shot from downtown. Oliveira moves away and avoids it.
Oliveira throws a counter high kick but Kovacs was just alert enough to avoid it.
Kovacs will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Oliveira throws a counter high kick but Kovacs was just alert enough to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Kovacs misses the target.
Kovacs throws a nice looking combination but Oliveira bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1#
Oliveira moves out of range as Kovacs strikes.
Kovacs scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Oliveira moves out of range as Kovacs strikes.
Kovacs misses with a looping right.
Oliveira was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kovacs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oliveira throwing a counter right hand but Kovacs manages to avoid it.
Andor Kovacs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kovacs scores with a head kick.
The fighters circling - Kovacs throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Oliveira throws a counter high kick but Kovacs was just alert enough to avoid it.#T2#
Kovacs stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kovacs throws a hook but Oliveira blocks it.
Oliveira is looking to counter punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Kovacs misses the target.
Oliveira slips a straight right by Kovacs.
Kovacs tries to bum rush Oliveira with a series of wild strikes but Oliveira uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Oliveira looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Kovacs misses with a hook
and Oliveira cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kovacs misses with the combination.
Oliveira is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Oliveira ducks under a wild hook from Kovacs.
Kovacs swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Oliveira.
Kovacs throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kovacs misses with a straight left.
Kovacs jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oliveira throws a counter high kick but Kovacs was just alert enough to avoid it.
Kovacs scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T4#
Kovacs throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kovacs just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromOliveira.
Oliveira uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kovacs.
An attempted straight right counter from Oliveira misses the target.
Kovacs throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kovacs catches Oliveira with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Oliveira takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kovacs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Oliveira moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Oliveira misses the target.
Andor Kovacs is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Oliveira takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 24:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 24:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Andor Kovacs!
Andor Kovacs decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: CCC 14 : Shima vs Kallio
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Anstey throws a hook but Tarlah blocks it.
Tarlah appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Anstey shoots in and drives through. Tarlah sprawls well.
Anstey misses with a combination #TD2#
and Tarlah decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Anstey's guard.
Tarlah is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tarlah wants to control from the top but Anstey keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anstey keeping full guard, as Tarlah tries to pass. #T1#
Anstey controls Tarlah momentarily but Tarlah frees himself.
Tarlah stays in close to Anstey's body and controls the position.
Anstey keeping moving, preventing Tarlah from controlling successfully.
Anstey has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Anstey keeping moving, preventing Tarlah from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Anstey just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Anstey misses with a jab, cross combination.
As Anstey backs off Tarlah throws a huge counter combo but Anstey manages to avoid it all.
Anstey scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Anstey rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tarlah moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A nice side step and Tarlah releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Corwin Anstey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tarlah uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anstey.
Anstey lands a jab to Tarlah's midsection.
We've been told by Anstey's head coaches at Sparks mma that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tarlah slips under a jab from Anstey.
Anstey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tarlah was well out of range. Poor timing from Anstey.
Anstey misses with a body shot.
Tarlah appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Tarlah uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anstey.
Tarlah takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Anstey looks to land a combination but Tarlah avoids it well.
Tarlah unleashes a big counter combination but Anstey bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Anstey swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tarlah counters with a left to the body.
Anstey throws a combination that misses
and Tarlah counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Anstey thinking.
Anstey misses with a wild body shot.
Tarlah is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Anstey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tarlah was well out of range. Poor timing from Anstey.#T4#
Anstey connects with a looping right hand.
Anstey jabs Tarlah right on the nose. Tarlah blinks but takes it well.
Anstey is looking to wear down Tarlah with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Anstey swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tarlah counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Anstey thinking.
Anstey swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tarlah connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Anstey lands a really nice looking cross but Tarlah seems unphased.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Anstey throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tarlah counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anstey throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tarlah counters with a right hand to the body.
Anstey misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Corwin Anstey dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
No joy there for Anstey, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The fighters circling - Anstey throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A countering left hand to the body from Tarlah misses.
Anstey throws a hook but Tarlah avoids it easily.
Tarlah looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tarlah defending well as Anstey loads up on a big left hand.
Corwin Anstey is winning the standup battle so far.
Anstey lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anstey misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Tarlah counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Tarlah tries to pass to full mount but Anstey defends it.
Tarlah not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Tarlah trying to control the action but Anstey is working from the bottom.
Tarlah stalling.
Anstey is not content to let Tarlah control the position.
Anstey tries to roll over but Tarlah keeps him under control.
Tarlah passes the guard and advances to mount! #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tarlah 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.
Tarlah can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Anstey is looking to escape.
Tarlah tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Anstey tries to reverse the position but Tarlah maintains control.
Tarlah controlling the position easily from mount.
Tarlah can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Anstey is looking to escape. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tarlah looking to control and managing it successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tarlah prevents Anstey from getting the reversal.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tarlah trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tarlah controlling from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Balink Tarlah will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Anstey misses with a series of wild punches.
Anstey throws a combination that misses
and Tarlah counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Anstey misses with a two punch combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tarlah! But no joy.
Anstey fails to land with a series of punches.
Tarlah keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tarlah is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Anstey with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anstey misses with a head kick.
Tarlah let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Anstey waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tarlah.
Tarlah is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Tarlah has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Anstey misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tarlah.
It seemed like Tarlah was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tarlah slips a straight right by Anstey.
Corwin Anstey is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tarlah dodges the punch combination from Anstey.
Anstey misses with a series of wild punches.
A nice side step and Tarlah releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tarlah takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T2#
Tarlah showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Anstey.
A little jabbing left from Tarlah on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Anstey missing with a left hand there. Tarlah was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Anstey throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tarlah.
Tarlah is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Anstey with a body shot.
Anstey throws a right hand that Tarlah ducks under and follows up with a left that Tarlah also avoids with ease.
Tarlah lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Anstey throws a combination that misses
and Tarlah counters with a one-two to the body. #T3#
Tarlah takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Anstey misses with a hook #TD2#
and Tarlah counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Anstey is trying to maintain the position but Tarlah is very close to passing his half guard.
Tarlah controlling the action here.
Anstey is looking for a sweep. Tarlah is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Anstey is working hard here to advance position.
Tarlah missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Tarlah trying to control the pace.
Tarlah is keen to just control but Anstey is a slippery customer.
Tarlah looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Anstey throws a right and a left that Tarlah avoids nicely.
Anstey throws a right and a left that Tarlah avoids nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anstey lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Anstey throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Tarlah counter with a right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Corwin Anstey showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Anstey 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: CCC 12 : Soares vs Nagibatel
Date: Mar 16, 2024

#R1#
Nagibatel takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Gilbervan Soares seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Soares closes the distance and clinches.
Soares lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Soares blocks an uppercut.
Soares throws a punch but it's blocked by Nagibatel.
Soares misses with a punch on the inside.
Nagibatel blocks an uppercut.
Nagibatel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Soares presses Nagibatel against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Soares.
Nagibatel stops a takedown attempt from Soares.
Soares lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Soares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Soares misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Nagibatel breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Soares drives through with a takedown into Nagibatel's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Nagibatel wriggles free and stands up.
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!
Soares shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nagibatel sprawls well. Nagibatel wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Soares gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Soares tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nagibatel is able to avoid easily.
Nagibatel swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nagibatel drops his hands momentarily and Soares takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice jab there from Nagibatel. #TD#
Soares dives in and scores a takedown into Nagibatel's guard.
Soares working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Soares throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nagibatel works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nagibatel wants to get back to his feet but Soares is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Soares trying to control but Nagibatel is working from the bottom. #T2#
Soares throwing strikes from guard but Nagibatel blocks nicely.
Nagibatel keeping moving, preventing Soares from controlling successfully.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Nagibatel is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Soares with a lazy takedown attempt #KD2#
and Nagibatel counters with a crisp one two that drops Soares! Nagibatel thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Soares to his feet! Soares is in big trouble!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gilbervan Soares. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Soares throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Soares dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Soares darts in trying to clinch#KD2#
and Nagibatel counters with a head kick that drops Soares to the mat! Soares scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC2#Soares is rocked!#CL#
Soares has managed to clinch.
Soares tries a body shot but Nagibatel blocks it.
Soares has a couple of punches blocked by Nagibatel.
Soares misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Soares drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Soares is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Nagibatel is defending well.
Soares lands a nice shot to the body.
Soares tries to score a body lock takedown but Nagibatel shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nagibatel.
Nagibatel lands with a right to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nagibatel.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Soares is working for takedown but Nagibatel is calmly controlling the position for now.
Soares blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Soares - that landed with a thud.
Nagibatel scores with a shoulder strike.
Nagibatel misses with some punches. #BC2#
Nagibatel manages to break the clinch.
Soares tries to clinch up.
Soares looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Soares lands a nice shot to the body.
Nagibatel stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Nagibatel wants it to stay on the feet.
Soares fails to land the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lyoha Nagibatel will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Nagibatel throws a head kick that misses
and Soares counters with a left to the body.
Lyoha Nagibatel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A head kick by Nagibatel misses
and Soares counters with a left and a right that stings Nagibatel.
Soares shoots for a double leg takedown but Nagibatel sprawls well. He's pushed Soares's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gilbervan Soares is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Soares fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Soares throws a series of punches but Nagibatel moves out of range.
Nagibatel ducks right into an uppercut from Soares.
Soares dives in for a single leg takedown but Nagibatel sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nagibatel raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gilbervan Soares. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nagibatel's elbow.
Soares is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Nagibatel gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Soares goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nagibatel prevents it. #BC2#
Nagibatel breaks the clinch.
Soares tries to move into range but Nagibatel moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Nagibatel lands a lovely overhand right.
Soares looks to throw the jab but Nagibatel is out of range.
Nagibatel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Soares.
Soares gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Nagibatel counters with a nice uppercut.
Nagibatel throws a sloppy head kick and Soares moves out of range easily.
Nagibatel takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Soares throws a lazy head kick
and Nagibatel counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Soares to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Nagibatel!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Lyoha Nagibatel!
Lyoha Nagibatel is the new middleweight champion!
Lyoha Nagibatel seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CCC 12 : Soares vs Nagibatel
Date: Mar 16, 2024

#R1#
Schrute throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gibbersnout sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Schrute displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gibbersnout.
Gibbersnout ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gibbersnout shoots in for a takedown but Schrute shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Dwight Schrute seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gibbersnout shoots in looking for a takedown. Schrute tries to sprawl out of it but Gibbersnout keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Schrute manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Meebly Gibbersnout. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gibbersnout avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gibbersnout feinted with a counter takedown.
Gibbersnout tries to move into range but Schrute moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Schrute throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Gibbersnout pushes Schrute up against the cage in a clinch.
Schrute misses with some punches. #TD#
Gibbersnout lands a takedown into guard.
Schrute avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Gibbersnout throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Gibbersnout postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Schrute controlling Gibbersnout's posture.
Gibbersnout throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gibbersnout loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gibbersnout has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Gibbersnout drops back, looking for a kneebar! Schrute looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Schrute looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Schrute! #REVB#
Gibbersnout is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gibbersnout is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
Schrute throws an elbow but Gibbersnout slips to the side and avoids it well.
Schrute creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Gibbersnout sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Gibbersnout tries to improve position but can't.
Gibbersnout is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Schrute off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Gibbersnout working for the choke. #SUB#
Gibbersnout looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Gibbersnout has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Schrute has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Schrute has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Gibbersnout.#SUB#
Gibbersnout is looking for a choke. Schrute gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Schrute manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schrute loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Schrute preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Gibbersnout has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Schrute can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gibbersnout 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 fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schrute is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Gibbersnout is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Schrute is looking for a sweep. Gibbersnout is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Gibbersnout sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Schrute defending well though. #SUB#
Gibbersnout is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Schrute defends it well. #SUB#
Gibbersnout is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Schrute defends it well.
Schrute is looking to control Gibbersnout's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schrute avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Gibbersnout wants to work for an arm triangle but Schrute is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gibbersnout definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Gibbersnout is trying for a kimura here. Schrute looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Gibbersnout wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Meebly Gibbersnout!
A determined Meebly Gibbersnout didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!

Event: HRL70
Date: Mar 16, 2024

#R1#
Botev rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Momomoto counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Momomoto cracks Botev with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Botev has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Momomoto lands a nice shot that snaps Botev's head back.
Momomoto throws a good cross that connects.
Botev misses with a left hand
and Momomoto makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#KD#
Momomoto drops Botev with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Botev looks back up at him and smiles so Momomoto waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Botev is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Momomoto stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Botev is still on wobbly legs! Can Momomoto finish him?
Botev swings widly with a right hand
and Momomoto counters with a right hand from hell and Botev is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Riku Momomoto!
Riku Momomoto seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: HRL65
Date: Mar 02, 2024

#R1#
Morales cracks Botev with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Botev swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Morales counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Morales moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Botev misses with a right hand
and Morales counters with a nice uppercut.
Botev throws a predictable looking body shot
and Morales counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Morales moves out of range of the strikes.
Morales doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Morales lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Morales lands with a straight right. Botev didn't see that one coming.
Botev takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Morales lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Botev throws a right hand that misses #KD2#
and Morales counters with a crisp one two that drops Botev! Morales thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Botev to his feet! Botev is in big trouble!#ROC2#Botev is rocked!
Morales is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Botev misses with a lunging right hand
and Botev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Oh Botev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Botev takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Botev seems to have got his legs back now.
Botev misses with a straight left.
Morales has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T1#
Botev throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Morales to counter with a crisp jab.
Botev misses with an uppercut
and Morales counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Morales cracks a nice hook into Botev's ribs.
Botev throws a left and a right that both miss
and Morales counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL#
Botev moves into the clinch successfully.
Morales is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC2#
Morales escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Botev walks into a stiff left hand from Morales.
Botev throws an off balance right hand
and Morales counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Morales lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Morales smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Botev misses with an uppercut
and Morales connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Botev throws a right hand that misses
and Morales counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Botev throws a lazy uppercut
and Morales counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Morales is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Botev had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Botev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Morales appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Botev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Morales is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Morales lands the left hand.
Botev swings widly with a right hand
and Morales counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Morales uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Botev.
Botev misses with a left hand
enabling Morales to counter with a crisp jab.
Botev throws a right hand that misses
and Morales counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Botev swings widly with a right hand
and Morales counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Botev misses with a body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Morales misses.
Botev is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Varban Botev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Botev gets the takedown into side control. #T3#
Botev controlling the position from side mount.
Morales is trying to get back to half guard.
Botev is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Morales will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Botev working the ground and pound.
Botev advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Botev lands a nice shot to the head. #T4#
Botev controlling from mount.
Morales tries to hold on but Botev pushes him away.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Botev cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Morales holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Botev tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Botev has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Morales taking shots to the head.
Botev lands a heavy elbow.
Botev dominating with strikes here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Botev lands a nice shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Botev controlling the position easily from mount.
Botev tries to control but Morales wriggling away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Omari Morales dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Morales fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Botev misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Morales counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Morales throws a good cross that connects.
Botev misses with a hook
enabling Morales to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Botev changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Morales looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Morales takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Botev working away.
Botev grinds an elbow into Morales's temple.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Botev in side control, throwing shots but Morales defends.
Varban Botev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Morales is being controlled here.
Botev seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Morales for as long as he can get away with.
Botev landing strikes. #T1#
Botev landing strikes.
Botev connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Morales some visible discomfort.
Morales wants to get back to his feet but Botev drags him back down.
Morales has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Botev slows the pace down.
Morales defending against the ground and pound.
Morales is trying to get back to half guard.
Botev cracks Morales with a big elbow.
Morales taking a bit of punishment here - Botev scoring with strikes.
Morales managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Botev.
Botev working the ground and pound.#T2#
Morales is trying to improve his position.
Botev grinds an elbow into Morales's temple.
Morales is working to avoid the ground and pound but Botev connects with a decent elbow.
Botev throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Botev grinds an elbow into Morales's temple.
Botev wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morales keeps working.
Botev tries to score with some ground and pound. Morales controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Botev lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Morales down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Botev working away.
The strikes coming from Botev are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Botev connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Morales some visible discomfort.
Botev controlling the position. #T3#
Botev has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Botev lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Botev throwing shots but missing, from side control.
You can see the frustration on Morales's face as Botev controls the position.
Botev in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Botev is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Morales takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Botev connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Morales some visible discomfort.
Botev scores with punches from side control. #T4#
Morales defending against the ground and pound.
Botev trying to control the action but Morales is working from the bottom.
Botev moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Botev working the ground and pound from side control.
Botev takes a little break here. Morales wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Botev scores with a couple of short elbows.
Botev working the ground and pound.
Botev landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Varban Botev dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Botev throws a lazy uppercut
and Morales counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Morales has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Morales jabs Botev to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Botev throws a poor cross that misses
and Morales counters with a series of strikes. Botev will be more careful next time no doubt.
Botev throws a poor cross that misses
and Morales counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Morales swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Botev.
Botev misses with a lunging right hand
and Morales counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Botev is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Morales's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Botev throws a lazy uppercut
letting Morales counter with a right hand.
Botev misses with a left hand
and Morales counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Morales fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Botev is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A shot to the body from Botev misses
and Morales counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Morales jabs at Botev's body.
Botev throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Morales to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Morales uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Botev has time to react.
Morales misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Botev moves to clinch but Morales breaks away
and Morales connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Botev moves into the clinch successfully.
Morales misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Morales is fighting off a takedown attempt but Botev is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Morales to the mat. Morales regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Morales tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Morales utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Botev trying to control but Morales is working from the bottom.
Botev working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Morales has momentary wrist control but Botev slips an elbow through the middle.#T2#
Botev not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Morales controls Botev momentarily but Botev frees himself.
Morales keeping full guard, as Botev tries to pass.
Botev loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Botev loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Botev stops Morales from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Botev lands a couple of elbows.
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!
Botev engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Morales takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
Morales utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Botev is looking to work some ground and pound but Morales has wrist control.
Botev won't allow Morales to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Botev misses with an uppercut
and Botev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Botev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Morales moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CL#
Botev has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Morales escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Botev tries to move into range but Morales moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Botev misses with an uppercut
and Botev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Botev misses with a hook
letting Morales counter with a right hand.
Botev throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Morales counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Morales cracks Botev with a good jab.
Botev's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Morales connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Botev scrambles back to his feet.
Botev rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Morales counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Omari Morales seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Botev has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Botev misses with a right hand
and Morales counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
The fighters circling - Botev throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Morales is looking for the big counter here.
Botev misses the shot to the body.
Jab by Morales.
Morales takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Omari Morales!
After the fight, Omari Morales was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: CCC 7 : Nogueira vs Zaire
Date: Feb 18, 2024

#R1#
Tarlah fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Shima avoids it really well and circles away.
Shima takes a swing at Tarlah's ribcage but misses.
Shima ducks under a wild hook from Tarlah.
Tarlah on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tarlah throws a right hand that misses
and Shima counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tarlah is defended easily by Shima.
As Tarlah looks to move away, Shima throws a big counter combo but Tarlah just gets out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarlah misses with a straight left.
Shima was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Shima throws an overhand right that lands on Tarlah's shoulder, as Tarlah tries to avoid the shot.
Shima throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shima looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A swing and a miss from Shima.
Tarlah takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tarlah is trying hard to land a takedown here. Shima sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Shima swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tetsuo Shima has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Balink Tarlah.
Shima misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Tarlah counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tarlah with the ground and pound but Shima uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Tarlah is looking to work some ground and pound but Shima has wrist control.
Tarlah throwing strikes from guard but Shima blocks nicely. #T2#
Tarlah 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.
Tarlah lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Shima is looking to stand up but Tarlah isn't so interested in that idea.
Tarlah throws a big right hand that misses.
Shima has his hands on Tarlah's head, controlling the position.
Shima keeping full guard, as Tarlah tries to pass. #T3##ES#
Shima pushes Tarlah off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Shima stuffs the takedown attempt from Tarlah. Tarlah gets slowly back to his feet.
Tarlah has a takedown stuffed.
Shima tries to bum rush Tarlah with a series of wild strikes but Tarlah uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tarlah dives in for a single leg takedown but Shima sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Shima waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tarlah.
Tarlah looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Shima cracks a nice hook into Tarlah's ribs.
Tarlah throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tarlah wants to clinch.
Tetsuo Shima is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Shima scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tarlah misses with a left hand
and Shima counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Shima throws a hook but Tarlah blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tetsuo Shima dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Shima bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Good exchange - Tarlah coming out on top.
Tarlah shoots and misses
and Shima counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Shima looks to land a left hand but Tarlah moved out of range nicely.
A slow jab from Tarlah misses its intended target.
Tetsuo Shima is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A combination from Shima does no damage.
Tarlah lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shima jabs Tarlah right on the nose. Tarlah blinks but takes it well.
Shima lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tetsuo Shima is winning the standup battle so far.
Shima takes a swing at Tarlah's ribcage but misses.
Shima throws a right and a left that both miss.#T1#
Tarlah misses with an uppercut.
Shima swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tarlah shoots in for a takedown but Shima shows good takedown defense.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tarlah looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Shima fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tarlah manages to avoid it.
Tarlah lands with a hook. Shima tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tarlah avoids the body shot from Shima.
Tarlah swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jab from Shima.
Tarlah bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Tarlah throws a big shot that misses.
Shima throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Tarlah on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Shima throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tarlah throws out a counter right but Shima avoids it with no problem.
Tarlah with a poor takedown
and Shima counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tetsuo Shima has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Balink Tarlah.
Shima fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tarlah throws the left hand but Shima avoids the punch easily.
Shima with a jab.
Tarlah uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Shima.
Tarlah tries to counter by closing the distance.
Shima throws a nice looking combination but Tarlah bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Tarlah gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T3#
Shima working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD2#
Tarlah turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Tarlah manages to end up in side control.
Tarlah working away.
Tarlah looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Shima is avoiding damage well.
Shima holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Shima tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sloppy strikes there by Tarlah.
Tarlah throws a strike aimed at the side of Shima's head but Shima avoids it well.
Tarlah wants to control but Shima is keeping him busy.
Shima dodges the ground and pound from Tarlah.#T4#
Tarlah misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Tarlah lands an elbow.
Tarlah wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shima keeps working.
Tarlah is putting a hurting on Shima here, landing some big shots from side control.
Tarlah scores with a couple of short elbows.
Shima wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Shima sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Shima is trying to stand up here but Tarlah is controlling him well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tetsuo Shima dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Tarlah avoids a punch combination nicely.
Shima just misses with a punch to the body.
Tarlah shoots in but no luck this time.
Shima is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tarlah can do to turn this around?
Tarlah jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A combination from Shima does no damage.
Tarlah misses with a takedown attempt
and Shima counters with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shima's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tarlah under the eye.
Shima ducks under a wild hook from Tarlah.
Shima misses with a hook.
Tarlah looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Tarlah pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Shima was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Shima scores with a jab to the body.
Shima lands with a nice body punch.
Shima swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Shima blocks a jab.
Shima takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Shima lands a jab to Tarlah's midsection.#CL#
Shima has Tarlah up against the cage in a clinch.
Shima slowing the pace effectively.#T2#
Tarlah changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Shima fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tetsuo Shima has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Balink Tarlah.
Tarlah misses with a straight left.
Tarlah moves out of range of the strikes.
Tarlah looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Shima swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Shima moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shima clobbers Tarlah with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Tarlah showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Shima.
Tarlah is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Tarlah throws the left hand but Shima avoids the punch easily.
Shima works over Tarlah's head and body with a nice combination.
Tarlah shoots in for a takedown but Shima shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tarlah is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Shima.
Shima is looking to counter punch.
Tarlah shoots in looking for a takedown but Shima manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tarlah's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Shima throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Shima stuffs the takedown attempt from Tarlah. Tarlah gets slowly back to his feet. #T4#
Shima jabs at Tarlah's body.
Tarlah lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Shima scores with a body shot.
Tarlah darts in trying to clinch
and Shima counters with a three punch combo that has Tarlah backing up. Tarlah nods at Shima to acknowledge the strikes.#ROC#Tarlah is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Balink Tarlah has been cut.
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!
Shima stuffs the takedown.
A quick step to the side and Shima tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tarlah cracks Shima with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tetsuo Shima clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Balink Tarlah's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Shima comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A combination from Shima does no damage.
Shima fails to land with a series of punches.
Tarlah looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Shima lands the left hand.
Tarlah dives in for a single leg takedown but Shima sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Shima appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sloppy strikes from Shima. Those never looked like landing.
A left lands for Shima.
Tarlah is still on wobbly legs! Can Shima finish him?
Shima misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Shima wobbles Tarlah with a right hand and the left hook that follows puts him on his rear! Shima dives in with a huge flying punch that connects right on the button and puts Tarlah to sleep! - What a violent and spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Tetsuo Shima!
Tetsuo Shima is the new welterweight champion!
As Tetsuo Shima got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Thanks for the chance to become champion, it feels great ,looking forward to my first defense.'.

Event: CCC 4 : Dickinson vs Phillips
Date: Feb 10, 2024

#R1#
Anderson tries to bum rush Nagibatel with a series of wild strikes but Nagibatel uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A little jabbing left from Nagibatel on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Anderson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nagibatel defends it nicely.
Anderson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nagibatel throws out a counter right but Anderson avoids it with no problem.
Brownie Anderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nagibatel keeps the fight on the outside.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown but Nagibatel shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brownie Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Anderson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Anderson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nagibatel takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Anderson blocks a head kick by Nagibatel.
Anderson tries to counter with a takedown but Nagibatel is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Anderson scores with a takedown into Nagibatel's guard.
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.
Nagibatel keeping full guard, as Anderson tries to pass.
Nagibatel wants to stand but Anderson is controlling the position. #T2#
Nagibatel is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Anderson dives into side control.
Anderson wants to take a breather but Nagibatel manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Anderson.
Anderson trying to control the position from guard on top but Nagibatel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nagibatel wants to stand but Anderson is controlling the position. #T3#
Nagibatel is wriggling around but Anderson manages to pass to half guard.
Anderson is keen to just control but Nagibatel is a slippery customer.
Anderson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Anderson wants to take a breather but Nagibatel is having none of it. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Anderson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Nagibatel is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Anderson throws a low kick but Nagibatel avoids it.#TD#
Anderson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Nagibatel looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Anderson fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Anderson tries to advance to mount but Nagibatel denies him.
Nagibatel is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Anderson is controlling him well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson controlling the position from side mount.
Anderson trying to control the action but Nagibatel is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brownie Anderson dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Anderson.
Brownie Anderson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nagibatel is not content to let Anderson control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson is working Nagibatel over with some ground and pound from side control. #T1#
Nagibatel tries to escape but Anderson is in control. #SUB#
Anderson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Nagibatel pushes Anderson away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Anderson gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
A lull in the action here.
Anderson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Nagibatel for as long as he can get away with.
Anderson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nagibatel can do to turn this around?#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nagibatel is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Anderson asserts his dominance and retains side control.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Anderson works to advance to full mount. Nagibatel defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Nagibatel tries to buck Anderson 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.#T3#
Anderson working the ground and pound effectively.
Anderson throwing strikes here but Nagibatel is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Nagibatel is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Anderson looking to control but Nagibatel is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Nagibatel holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Anderson tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Anderson wants to control but Nagibatel has made it back to half guard. Nice work. #T4#
Anderson is trying to control. Nagibatel wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Anderson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Anderson thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nagibatel wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Anderson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brownie Anderson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nagibatel has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Anderson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nagibatel counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #TD#
Anderson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Nagibatel dodges the ground and pound from Anderson.
Anderson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Nagibatel will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Anderson prevents Nagibatel from escaping the position.#T1#
Anderson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nagibatel keeps working. #SUB#
Anderson goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Nagibatel rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Anderson's guard! Nice work there by Nagibatel!
Nagibatel looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nagibatel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Anderson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Anderson looking for a sweep. Not yet Anderson, not yet.
Anderson is adopting a defensive guard.
Nagibatel stopping the sweep attempt from Anderson.
Anderson is trying to control the position but Nagibatel postures up.
Nagibatel trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nagibatel controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Anderson avoids the head kick by Nagibatel.
Anderson shoots and misses
and Nagibatel counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Anderson fails with the takedown
and Nagibatel connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nagibatel fails to land with a series of punches.
Nagibatel stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Nagibatel wants it to stay on the feet.
Nagibatel looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brownie Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That kick from Anderson tenderised Nagibatel's leg. Nagibatel is trying to keep his angry face on.#T4#
Nagibatel fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Anderson on the side of the head.
Nagibatel leaves Anderson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Brownie Anderson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Anderson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Nagibatel scores with a counter punch that sends Anderson to the canvas! Nagibatel smells blood - he's punishing Anderson with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Anderson has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lyoha Nagibatel!
A very excited looking Lyoha Nagibatel made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
In defeat, Brownie Anderson stepped up to the mic, saying 'Fuck this,ill be back better'.

Event: HRL59
Date: Feb 10, 2024

#R1#
Wagon cracks Botev with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've been hearing reports that Botev has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Botev throws a jab but it's blocked by Wagon. #TD#
Botev bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Botev lands a few punches from side control.
Botev prevents Wagon from escaping the position.
Botev creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Wagon is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Wagon 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.
Wagon is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Botev in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Wagon looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Botev turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Varban Botev!
Varban Botev gave a mention to Furnace Performance ðŸ”¥ in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: CCC 3 : Hulk vs Kuznecov
Date: Feb 03, 2024

#R1#
Schrute lands a head shot.#CUT2#It looks like Okon Omoh has been cut.
A slow jab from Schrute misses its intended target.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute misses with an uppercut. Omoh saw that one coming.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Schrute misses the target.
Schrute misses with an uppercut. Omoh saw that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Omoh.
Schrute throws out a loose jab but Omoh uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schrute throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Omoh attempts a counter takedown but Schrute avoids it well and moves away.
A slow jab from Schrute misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Omoh steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Schrute.
Schrute throws a hook but Omoh avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Omoh.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Omoh uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Schrute.#T1#
Schrute jabs Omoh right on the nose. Omoh blinks but takes it well.
A swing and a miss from Schrute.
Schrute throws a lazy right hand but Omoh sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Omoh attempts a counter takedown but Schrute avoids it well and moves away.
Schrute swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Omoh uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schrute.
Omoh tries to counter with a takedown but Schrute is quick to defend against it.
Omoh ducks under a wild hook from Schrute.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Omoh steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Schrute.
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A jab from Schrute misses.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Schrute lands a nice shot that snaps Omoh's head back.
Schrute throws a hook to the side of Omoh's head but Omoh sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Omoh moves out of range of the strikes.
Dwight Schrute seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schrute throws a jab when Omoh was well out of range.
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
Schrute misses the jab.
Schrute throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Omoh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Schrute misses.
Omoh changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Schrute is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Omoh.
Schrute might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Omoh keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schrute.
Dwight Schrute is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schrute pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Schrute getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Omoh ducks under a wild hook from Schrute.
Omoh feinted with a counter takedown.
Schrute throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Omoh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Omoh attempts a counter takedown but Schrute avoids it well and moves away.
Schrute uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Omoh has time to react.
Schrute catches Omoh with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T3#
Schrute lands a jab to the head.
Omoh moves out of range as Schrute strikes.
Omoh avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Schrute throws the left hand but Omoh avoids the punch easily.
Omoh staying out of range there.
Omoh moves out of range as Schrute strikes.
Omoh feinted with a counter takedown.
Schrute throws an overhand right that lands on Omoh's shoulder, as Omoh tries to avoid the shot.
Omoh tries to counter with a takedown but Schrute is quick to defend against it.
Schrute scores with a decent looking hook.
A swing and a miss from Schrute.
Schrute misses with a hook.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute throws a hook but Omoh blocks it.
Omoh bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Schrute scores with a crisp jab that stopped Omoh in his tracks.
Schrute loads up on a big right hand but Omoh slips the punch.
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Omoh keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schrute.
Schrute throws a looping overhand right but Omoh ducks down to avoid it.
Omoh feinted with a counter takedown.
Omoh displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Schrute throws out the jab.
Schrute pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Omoh defending well as Schrute loads up on a big left hand.
Omoh ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Omoh tries to counter with a takedown but Schrute is quick to defend against it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Schrute throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute throws a shot from downtown. Omoh moves away and avoids it.
Schrute missing with a left hand there. Omoh was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dwight Schrute dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Okon Omoh's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Schrute throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Omoh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Omoh moves out of range of the strikes.
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schrute throws a hook but Omoh blocks it.
A swing and a miss from Schrute.
Schrute misses with an uppercut. Omoh saw that one coming.
Omoh takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Okon Omoh is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Schrute looks to throw the jab but Omoh is out of range.
Omoh attempts a counter takedown but Schrute avoids it well and moves away.
Schrute connects with a right hand. Omoh shakes it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schrute is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Omoh.
Omoh changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Schrute throws a hook but Omoh blocks it.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute throws a hook to the side of Omoh's head but Omoh sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Omoh attempts a counter takedown but Schrute avoids it well and moves away.
Schrute lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Schrute misses with a straight left.
Omoh attempts a counter takedown but Schrute avoids it well and moves away.
Schrute loads up on a big right hand but Omoh slips the punch.
Omoh tries to counter with a takedown but Schrute is quick to defend against it.
Schrute jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Omoh.
Schrute scores with a punch to the head.
Omoh looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Schrute throws a hook but Omoh blocks it.
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schrute connects with a looping right hand.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Omoh might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Omoh slips under a jab.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Schrute has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Omoh bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Omoh uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Schrute.
Schrute misses with a straight right. #T2#
Omoh moves out of range of the strikes.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute throws the left hand but Omoh avoids the punch easily.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Schrute throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Omoh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Omoh feinted with a counter takedown.
A slow jab from Schrute misses its intended target.
Omoh slips a jab from Schrute.
Omoh tries to counter with a takedown but Schrute is quick to defend against it.
The fighters circling - Schrute throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schrute misses with a straight left.
Schrute missing with a left hand there. Omoh was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Omoh ducks under a wild hook from Schrute.
Schrute throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Omoh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dwight Schrute seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Schrute throws out a powerful jab.#T3#
A jab from Schrute misses.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute throws out a loose jab but Omoh uses good head movement to avoid it.
Omoh feinted with a counter takedown.
Schrute misses with a straight right.
Omoh changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Schrute scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Schrute misses with an uppercut. Omoh saw that one coming.
Omoh tries to counter with a takedown but Schrute is quick to defend against it.
Schrute pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Schrute is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Omoh.
Nice defenses there by Omoh.
Schrute is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Omoh.
Omoh attempts a counter takedown but Schrute avoids it well and moves away.
Schrute with a hook.
Omoh keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schrute.
Schrute looks to land a right hand but Omoh moved out of range.
Omoh changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T4#
A big left from Schrute misses.
Decent striking displayed by Schrute there.
Nice defenses there by Omoh.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Schrute throws a jab but it's blocked by Omoh.
Omoh moves out of range of the strikes.
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schrute waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Omoh.
Schrute throws a hook but Omoh blocks it.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Omoh. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Schrute throws a big shot that misses.
Omoh blocks a jab.
Omoh feinted with a counter takedown.
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!
Omoh keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schrute.
Omoh changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Schrute misses the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dwight Schrute showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Okon Omoh's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Omoh slips a jab from Schrute.
Omoh avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Omoh tries to counter with a takedown but Schrute is quick to defend against it.
Schrute misses with a looping right.
Omoh changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Schrute throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Schrute throws a hook but Omoh blocks it.
Omoh feinted with a counter takedown.
Schrute throws the left hand but Omoh avoids the punch easily.
Omoh keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schrute.
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Omoh ducks under a wild hook from Schrute.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Omoh ducks under a wild hook from Schrute.
Schrute misses with a hook. Omoh ducked under it nicely.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Schrute as he connects with a hook.
Omoh avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Omoh steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Schrute.
Schrute jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Schrute throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Omoh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Omoh tries to counter with a takedown but Schrute is quick to defend against it.
Schrute throws a hook but Omoh blocks it.
Schrute throws a looping overhand right but Omoh ducks down to avoid it.
Schrute looks to throw the jab but Omoh is out of range.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
A swing and a miss from Schrute.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute throws a shot from downtown. Omoh moves away and avoids it.
Omoh needs to keep his hands up - Schrute had a free shot at his head there.
Omoh ducks under a wild hook from Schrute.
Omoh uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schrute.
Okon Omoh has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Schrute 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.
A swing and a miss from Schrute.
Schrute thows a left - swing and a miss!
Schrute throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schrute misses with a hook.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A punch lands to the side of Omoh 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Schrute throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Omoh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Schrute missing with a left hand there. Omoh was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Omoh feinted with a counter takedown.
Omoh staying out of range there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schrute throws a lazy right hand but Omoh sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Omoh attempts a counter takedown but Schrute avoids it well and moves away.#T3#
Schrute thows a left - swing and a miss!
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schrute misses with a hook.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute looks to land a right hand but Omoh moved out of range.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A swing and a miss from Schrute.
Omoh bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Omoh feinted with a counter takedown.
Schrute throws out a loose jab but Omoh uses good head movement to avoid it.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Omoh walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A slow jab from Schrute misses its intended target.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Omoh ducks under a wild hook from Schrute.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A jab from Schrute misses.
Omoh ducks under a wild hook from Schrute.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Omoh.
Omoh drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Omoh ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Omoh appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schrute misses with a hook.
Omoh changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice defenses there by Omoh.
Schrute misses with a straight right.
Nice defenses there by Omoh.
Omoh slips a straight right by Schrute.
Omoh feinted with a counter takedown.
Omoh blocks a jab.
Omoh attempts a counter takedown but Schrute avoids it well and moves away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Schrute missing with a left hand there. Omoh was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Omoh half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Omoh bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Schrute throws a hook but Omoh blocks it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 24:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 24:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 24:30

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

Event: CCC 2 :Blackadder vs Creenshaw
Date: Jan 26, 2024

#R1#
Knightley misses with an uppercut.
Tarlah misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Knightley throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tarlah sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Knightley lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Knightley connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Knightley leaves Tarlah with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Knightley throws a leg kick
and Tarlah counters with a stiff right hand.
Tarlah uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Knightley.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knightley keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tarlah.
Knightley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tarlah throws out the jab.
Knightley throws a hook but Tarlah blocks it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Knightley.
Ender Knightley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1##TD#
Tarlah closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tarlah lands in his opponent's guard.
Tarlah missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tarlah with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tarlah trying to control the position from guard on top but Knightley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Knightley is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Tarlah trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tarlah has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2#
Knightley looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tarlah lands a couple of elbows.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tarlah accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tarlah landing with the ground and pound.
Tarlah postures up in Knightley's guard and throws a big left but Knightley blocks it.
Tarlah postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Knightley wants to get back to his feet but Tarlah is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Knightley not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Knightley looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Tarlah missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #ES2#
Knightley wriggles free and stands up.
Knightley tries to land a leg kick but Tarlah saw it coming and moves away.
Knightley doesn't manage to clinch there - Tarlah circles away.
Tarlah takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD#
Tarlah darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Knightley wants to improve his position but Tarlah is controlling well.
Knightley keeping hold of Tarlah's head, controlling as best he can. #T4#
Tarlah lands strikes from half guard.
Knightley is holding on to half guard well.
Tarlah throwing shots but Knightley is blocking nicely. #ES2#
Knightley kicks off Tarlah and gets to his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL2#
Knightley drives through and clinches with Tarlah against the cage. #BC2#
Knightley manages to break the clinch.
Knightley connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Balink Tarlah has been cut.
Knightley shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Tarlah eats them both and turns towards Knightley to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Knightley misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Tarlah to counter with a crisp jab.
Knightley misses with a hook. Tarlah ducked under it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ender Knightley dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Balink Tarlah's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Tarlah shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Knightley sprawls well. Knightley wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tarlah gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Tarlah shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Knightley napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Balink Tarlah overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tarlah wants to control but Knightley is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarlah postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Knightley wants to get back to his feet.
Knightley tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Knightley is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tarlah's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Knightley wants to improve his position but Tarlah is controlling well.
Knightley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tarlah missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Knightley is looking to control Tarlah's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Knightley avoid being mounted?
Tarlah throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Knightley is refusing to be controlled, as Tarlah sits in half guard.
Knightley on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Tarlah takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Tarlah is taking a breather. Knightley 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.
Knightley wants to get back to his feet.
Knightley is not content to let Tarlah control the position.
Tarlah lands with a punch from half guard.
Tarlah is thwarting Knightley's attempts to control the position.
Tarlah sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Knightley is controlling Tarlah's trapped leg to prevent Tarlah from advancing to side control.#T3#
Knightley avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tarlah.
Tarlah is looking to take a break and control but Knightley is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Tarlah connects with a nice short shot to Knightley's temple.
Tarlah thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tarlah not doing much here.
Tarlah is thwarting Knightley's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Knightley keeping control of the position.
Knightley 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.
Tarlah throwing shots but Knightley is blocking nicely. #ES2#
Knightley pushes Tarlah off and gets back to his feet.
Knightley tries a low kick but Tarlah avoids it.#TD#
Tarlah shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Tarlah missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tarlah throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Balink Tarlah dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Balink Tarlah's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Tarlah takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Knightley thuds his right hand into Tarlah's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL#
Tarlah drives through and clinches with Knightley against the cage. #BC2#
Knightley manages to break the clinch.
Knightley swings widly with a right hand
enabling Tarlah to counter with a crisp jab.
Tarlah missing with a left hand there. Knightley was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tarlah takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD#
Tarlah shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Knightley napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An elbow from Tarlah crashes against the mat.
The strikes coming from Tarlah are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Tarlah working away.
Tarlah throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Tarlah creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Knightley sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T1#
Knightley is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Knightley wants to control but Tarlah postures up.
Tarlah lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Tarlah wants to control but Knightley is keeping him busy.
Knightley wants to get back to his feet.
Tarlah sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Knightley is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Tarlah working the body and head with strikes.
Tarlah wants to control but Knightley is keeping him busy. #T2#
Knightley is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Tarlah is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Tarlah 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.
Tarlah putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Knightley wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Tarlah.
Tarlah lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #T3#
Knightley is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
A nice elbow there by Tarlah.
Tarlah dominating with strikes here.
Tarlah with good strikes from the mount here!
Knightley is looking to improve his position but Tarlah isn't that keen on the idea.
Knightley tries to buck Tarlah off but he can't manage it.
Knightley wants to control but Tarlah is having none of it.#T4#
Tarlah landing shots from mount.
Tarlah looking to finish Knightley with some ground and pound. This is bad for Knightley!
Tarlah avoids the attempt from Knightley to control.
Tarlah prevents Knightley from getting the reversal.
Knightley tries to lock up and control but Tarlah gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tarlah throwing strikes here but Knightley is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Tarlah scoring with strikes but Knightley is staying in there.
Tarlah unloading with bombs!
Tarlah working Knightley over with strikes here. #ROC#Knightley is rocked!
Tarlah lands a big shot to the head and Knightley winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Balink Tarlah!
A very excited looking Balink Tarlah made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Nfld live 57
Date: Jan 13, 2024

#R1#
Martinez scores with a nice right hand.
Martinez shoots in but no luck this time.
Martinez fails with a takedown attempt.
Nagibatel looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Martinez darts in and clinches Nagibatel up against the cage.
Martinez displaying some good clinch control by pressing Nagibatel up against the cage.
Martinez throws an elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martinez wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Javier Martinez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Nagibatel escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Martinez with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nagibatel counters with a nice uppercut.
Nagibatel misses with a head kick. #T1#
Martinez connects with a single shot there.#CL#
Martinez forces Nagibatel back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Nagibatel escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Martinez lands with a cross.
Martinez throws a lazy uppercut
and Nagibatel counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Javier Martinez has been cut.
Nagibatel closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Javier Martinez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Martinez scores with a jab to the jaw.
Martinez misses with a hook. Nagibatel ducked under it nicely.
Nagibatel throws a head kick that misses
enabling Martinez to counter with a crisp jab.
It looks like Martinez has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#T2#
Martinez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nagibatel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nagibatel is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Martinez scores with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Martinez tries to clinch
and Martinez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Martinez lands a lovely overhand right.
Martinez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nagibatel.
Martinez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nagibatel.
Nagibatel swats away the attempt to clinch by Martinez.
Nagibatel walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T3#
Martinez is looking to clinch.
Nagibatel shapes to counter with a head kick.
Nagibatel rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Martinez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nagibatel uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Martinez.
Nagibatel looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Martinez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nagibatel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nagibatel keeps the fight on the outside.
Nagibatel throws a fast counter high kick but Martinez manages to duck under it in time.
Martinez scores with a jab.
Martinez is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Martinez tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nagibatel swivels and escapes.
Nagibatel looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Nagibatel takes one to the side of the head. #T4#
Martinez lunges at Nagibatel with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nagibatel's hand.
Martinez takes a kick to the side of the head.
Martinez has a takedown stuffed.
Nagibatel displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Martinez throws out the jab.
Martinez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nagibatel sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lyoha Nagibatel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nagibatel throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
No luck for Martinez with that takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Javier Martinez dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Javier Martinez's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Martinez takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Martinez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Martinez looks to land a left hand but Nagibatel moved out of range nicely.
Martinez tries to clinch up.
It seemed like Nagibatel was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Martinez fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martinez jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Martinez lands with a cross.
Martinez throws a hook but Nagibatel blocks it.#T1#
Martinez moves in looking to clinch but Nagibatel pushes him off.
Nagibatel looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Martinez.
Martinez slips under a jab.
Martinez lands a jab to the nose.
A swing and a miss from Martinez.
Martinez lands a really nice looking cross but Nagibatel seems unphased. #KD2#
Nagibatel lands a big head kick that sends Martinez tumbling to the mat! Nagibatel takes a step backwards and waves Martinez back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Martinez is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nagibatel takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Oh Martinez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Martinez blocks a head kick by Nagibatel. #T2#
Nagibatel throws a lazy head kick
and Martinez counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Martinez seems to have got his legs back now.
Martinez misses with a hook.
Martinez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nagibatel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Martinez swings widly with a right hand
and Nagibatel counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Martinez shoots for a takedown but Nagibatel saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Javier Martinez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice shot lands for Martinez.
Nagibatel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Martinez.
Nagibatel slips under a jab from Martinez.
Nagibatel throws out a counter right but Martinez avoids it with no problem.
Nagibatel tries a head kick but it misses. #T3#
Martinez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nagibatel's waist but Nagibatel gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Martinez off to one side.
Martinez looks to land a left hand but Nagibatel moved out of range nicely.
Martinez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nagibatel.
Nagibatel moves out of range of the strikes.
Martinez is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A head kick by Nagibatel misses
and Martinez counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nagibatel misses with a looping left.
Martinez thuds his right hand into Nagibatel's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL#
Martinez clinches up with Nagibatel and pushes him back against the cage.#T4#
Martinez misses with an elbow over the top.
Nagibatel blocks an elbow strike.
Martinez throws an elbow but it misses.
Martinez is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Martinez stalling in the clinch.
Martinez looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Nagibatel is pressed up against the cage. Martinez has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Nagibatel down to the mat. Nagibatel avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nagibatel on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Martinez throws a hook but Nagibatel avoids it easily.#TD#
Martinez drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Martinez prevents Nagibatel from getting back to his feet.
Martinez controls from within his opponent's guard.
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 Javier Martinez will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Javier Martinez's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Martinez misses with a hook.
Nagibatel closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nagibatel throws an overhand right that lands on Martinez's shoulder, as Martinez tries to avoid the shot.
Martinez blocks a jab.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Martinez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martinez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nagibatel sprawls well. Nagibatel wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Martinez gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Martinez lands a lovely overhand right.
Nagibatel looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Javier Martinez is winning the standup battle so far.
Nagibatel uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Martinez.
Nagibatel throws a shot from downtown. Martinez moves away and avoids it.
Martinez doesn't manage to clinch there - Nagibatel circles away.
Martinez cracks Nagibatel with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Martinez missing with a left hand there. Nagibatel was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Martinez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nagibatel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nagibatel looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Martinez shoots in for a takedown but Nagibatel shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Javier Martinez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Martinez lands with a right hand.
Nagibatel slips a straight right by Martinez.
Martinez misses with a hook. Nagibatel ducked under it nicely.
Martinez misses with a straight left.
Martinez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A telegraphed right hand from Martinez misses the target. #T3#
Nagibatel takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Martinez dives in for a single leg takedown but Nagibatel sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nagibatel is looking for the big counter here.#BC2#
Nagibatel breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Martinez loads up on a big right hand but Nagibatel slips the punch.
Nagibatel throws out a counter right but Martinez avoids it with no problem.
Martinez lands with a straight right. Nagibatel didn't see that one coming.#TD#
Martinez closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Nagibatel's guard.

Nagibatel scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Nagibatel ducks under a wild hook from Martinez.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Martinez is looking to clinch but Nagibatel is avoiding it.
Nagibatel throws a big counter head kick but Martinez avoids it with no problem.
Nagibatel takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T4#
Martinez fails to land the takedown.
Nagibatel throws out a counter right but Martinez avoids it with no problem.
A telegraphed right hand from Nagibatel misses the target. #CL#
Martinez pushes Nagibatel up against the cage in a clinch.
Martinez is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Martinez prevents a body shot from Nagibatel.
Lyoha Nagibatel has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nagibatel misses with a punch on the inside.
Nagibatel has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Martinez creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Martinez pushes off an throws an elbow but Nagibatel leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Martinez lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like Lyoha Nagibatel has been cut.
Nagibatel misses with a body punch.
Martinez throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.

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

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 31, 2023

#R1#
Schrute throws a shot from downtown. Montgomery moves away and avoids it.
A big right from Schrute misses.
Montgomery appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schrute throws a big shot that misses.
Montgomery drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CUT2#It looks like Rohan Montgomery has been cut.
Montgomery steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Schrute.
Schrute throws a shot from downtown. Montgomery moves away and avoids it.
A big left from Schrute misses.
Montgomery drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Nice defenses there by Montgomery.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schrute scores with a punch to the head.
Schrute throws a hook but Montgomery avoids it easily.
Montgomery feinted with a counter takedown.
Schrute looks to throw the jab but Montgomery is out of range.
Montgomery half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A jab from Schrute misses. #T1#
A big left from Schrute misses.
Montgomery walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Montgomery defending well as Schrute loads up on a big left hand.
Montgomery changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Montgomery avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Montgomery tries to counter with a takedown but Schrute is quick to defend against it.
Schrute scores with a jab to the jaw.
Montgomery defending well as Schrute loads up on a big left hand.
Montgomery half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Schrute throws a looping overhand right but Montgomery ducks down to avoid it.
Schrute throws a jab when Montgomery was well out of range.
Schrute darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Montgomery keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schrute.
Montgomery feinted with a counter takedown.
Schrute connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Schrute misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Montgomery drops his hands momentarily and Schrute takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Schrute lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Montgomery ducks under a wild hook from Schrute.
Dwight Schrute seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schrute throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Montgomery drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Schrute throws a hook to the side of Montgomery's head but Montgomery sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Schrute throws a hook but Montgomery avoids it easily.
Montgomery drops down looking for a counter takedown but Schrute sprawls and moves away.
Montgomery looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Schrute throws a jab when Montgomery was well out of range.
Schrute is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Schrute darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Schrute getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Montgomery uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schrute.
Montgomery feinted with a counter takedown.#T3#
Montgomery slips a straight right by Schrute.
Montgomery half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dwight Schrute is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schrute misses with a hook.
Schrute is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Montgomery had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.#KD2#
Schrute lands a big uppercut and Montgomery crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Montgomery looks OK. Schrute waves Montgomery back to his feet!#ROC2#Montgomery is rocked!
Schrute measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Montgomery! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Dwight Schrute!
A relieved looking Dwight Schrute 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: Nfld live 56
Date: Dec 30, 2023

#R1#
Adderley misses with a hook.
Nagibatel ducks under a wild hook from Adderley.
Adderley drops his hands momentarily and Nagibatel takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Adderley darts in trying to clinch
and Nagibatel counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adderley clobbers Nagibatel with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Adderley avoids the head kick by Nagibatel. #T1#
Nagibatel tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Adderley tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nagibatel swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nagibatel slips a straight right by Adderley.
Nagibatel slips a jab from Adderley.
Nagibatel lands with a cross.
Adderley throws a sloppy head kick and Nagibatel moves out of range easily.
Nagibatel appears to be looking for a big counter.
Adderley misses with a head kick.
Nagibatel is looking to counter with head kicks.#T2#
Adderley punishes Nagibatel's body with a nice straight punch.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Adderley throws a poor cross that misses
and Nagibatel counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hakeem Adderley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nagibatel defending well as Adderley loads up on a big left hand.
Nagibatel takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nagibatel looks to land a left hand but Adderley moved out of range nicely.
Adderley misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Nagibatel on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A combination from Adderley does no damage. #T3#
A low kick lands for Adderley.
Adderley connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL2#
Adderley has managed to clinch.
Adderley lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Nagibatel breaks the clinch.
Adderley fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nagibatel throws a lazy uppercut
and Adderley counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Nice uppercut there from Adderley.#T4#
Adderley throws a head kick that misses.
Nagibatel is looking to counter punch.
A slow jab from Adderley misses its intended target.
Adderley throws the left hand but Nagibatel avoids the punch easily.
Adderley lands an overhand right.
Adderley uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nagibatel.
Nagibatel plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nagibatel 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.

Hakeem Adderley dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nagibatel misses with a head kick.
Nagibatel misses with a hook.
A slow jab from Adderley misses its intended target.
Adderley thuds his right hand into Nagibatel's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL2#
Adderley moves into the clinch successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibatel misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Adderley breaks from the clinch.
Adderley wants to clinch up but Nagibatel keeps it at a distance.
Adderley doesn't manage to clinch there - Nagibatel circles away. #T1#
Adderley looks to land a right hand but Nagibatel moved out of range.
Adderley fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nagibatel on the side of the head.
Nagibatel avoids the head kick by Adderley.
Nagibatel thinks about countering with a head kick.
Nagibatel ducks under a wild hook from Adderley.
Nagibatel swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Adderley loads up on a big right hand but Nagibatel slips the punch.
Adderley tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Adderley takes a swing at Nagibatel's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Adderley chopping away at his opponent's legs. #KD#
Nagibatel lands a big head kick that sends Adderley tumbling to the mat! Nagibatel takes a step backwards and waves Adderley back to his feet - he wants the finish!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big left from Adderley misses.
Adderley tests Nagibatel's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A big left from Nagibatel misses.
Adderley wants to clinch.#T3#
Adderley tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nagibatel paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nagibatel connects with a jab.
Adderley is looking to clinch but Nagibatel is avoiding it.
Adderley fails in his attempt to clinch.
Adderley throws out a powerful jab.
Lyoha Nagibatel is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
Adderley connects with a body shot.
Adderley wants to clinch up but Nagibatel keeps it at a distance.
Nagibatel throws a quick counter head kick but Adderley was just out of range.
Nagibatel slips under a jab from Adderley.
Adderley lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Adderley misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nagibatel appears to be looking for a big counter.
The fighters circling - Adderley throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Adderley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nagibatel was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Hakeem Adderley will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Nagibatel misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL2#
Adderley moves into range and clinches up with Nagibatel.
Adderley blocks an uppercut.
Nagibatel blocks the elbow strike.
Nagibatel blocks an elbow strike from Adderley. #BC2#
Adderley breaks the clinch.
Nagibatel ducks right into an uppercut from Adderley.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adderley throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Nagibatel takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Adderley stalks Nagibatel and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Nagibatel's face. Nagibatel staggers backwards, shaken.
Nagibatel needs to keep his hands up - Adderley had a free shot at his head there.
Nagibatel takes one to the side of the head.
Nagibatel swats away the attempt to clinch by Adderley.
It looked like Nagibatel wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Adderley misses with a double jab
and Nagibatel counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hakeem Adderley is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Adderley throws a head kick that misses
and Nagibatel counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nagibatel ducks under a wild hook from Adderley.
Good exchange - Adderley coming out on top.#CL2#
Adderley takes the fight into the clinch.
Adderley comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT2#It looks like Lyoha Nagibatel has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nagibatel takes a knee right on the jaw!
Nagibatel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Adderley's elbow. #T3#
Adderley misses with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Adderley breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nagibatel getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Adderley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A big right from Adderley misses.
It looks like Nagibatel has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
The fighters circling - Nagibatel throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A head kick by Adderley misses
letting Nagibatel counter with a right hand.
Sloppy strikes from Adderley. Those never looked like landing. #T4#
Adderley scores with a hook.
Adderley throws a lazy uppercut #KD#
and Nagibatel counters with a nice right hand that sends Adderley toppling to the canvas! Adderley scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Nagibatel finish him?!#ROC#Adderley is rocked!
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!
Nagibatel tries to move into range but Adderley moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Adderley is still on wobbly legs! Can Nagibatel finish him?
Adderley throws a sloppy head kick and Nagibatel moves out of range easily.
Lyoha Nagibatel has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Adderley seems to have recovered his senses.
Adderley lands a slapping body shot.
Adderley lands a head kick. Nagibatel smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Nagibatel throws an off balance right hand
and Nagibatel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hakeem Adderley!
A relieved looking Hakeem Adderley 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: Nfld live 55
Date: Dec 23, 2023

#R1#
Tarlah misses with a looping left.#CL2#
Tarlah rushes Anstey and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Tarlah has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Anstey clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
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Anstey rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Anstey keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Tarlah not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Tarlah throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Tarlah misses with a head shot. Anstey uses the momentum to regain guard.
Tarlah lands a couple of digs.#T1#
Tarlah wants to control from the top but Anstey keeps moving.
Anstey 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.
Tarlah stays in close to Anstey's body and controls the position.
Tarlah stopping the sweep attempt from Anstey.
Tarlah is looking to advance position but Anstey has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Tarlah is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
Anstey trying to control but Tarlah is having none of it.
Tarlah avoids a series of strikes thrown by Anstey.
Anstey content just to control the position here.
The referee warns Tarlah that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Tarlah is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tarlah gets back to half guard.#T3#
Anstey works his foot free and advances to mount.
Anstey takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Anstey trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tarlah is wriggling around trying to escape. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Anstey can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tarlah is looking to escape.
Tarlah tries to hold on but Anstey pushes him away.
Anstey controlling the position easily from mount.
Tarlah is working to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anstey scores with a couple of good head shots there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Corwin Anstey dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
No joy there for Anstey, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CUT#It looks like Balink Tarlah has been cut.
Tarlah shoots for a double leg takedown but Anstey sprawls well. He's pushed Tarlah's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tarlah darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Anstey tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tarlah swivels and escapes.
Tarlah lands with an uppercut that bounces Anstey off the cage and back into range.
Anstey shoots in for a takedown but Tarlah shows good takedown defense.
Anstey with a lazy takedown attempt
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
and Tarlah connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Corwin Anstey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anstey fails with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Anstey shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T1#
Tarlah on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tarlah has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Anstey is working away from the top position though.
Anstey throws a strike but Tarlah avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Tarlah wants to sweep here but Anstey controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tarlah has Anstey pulled in close to control his posture.
Tarlah wants to sweep but no luck.
Corwin Anstey overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Anstey content to stall in guard here.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Anstey is defended easily by Tarlah.#TD2#
Tarlah fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Anstey sprawls well initially but Tarlah persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Anstey is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tarlah scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tarlah drops an elbow to the side of Anstey's head. #T4#
Tarlah with the ground and pound but Anstey uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Tarlah in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tarlah wants to control from the top but Anstey keeps moving.
Tarlah stopping the sweep attempt from Anstey.
Tarlah looking to pass the guard.
Anstey avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tarlah throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Anstey works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tarlah won't allow Anstey to sweep him here.
Tarlah throws an elbow that misses. Anstey uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Tarlah's guard. Nice move by Anstey!#REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Balink Tarlah showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Balink Tarlah's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Anstey closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tarlah circles away.
Anstey fails with the takedown.
Anstey tries for a takedown but Tarlah sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Corwin Anstey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tarlah throws the left hand but Anstey avoids the punch easily.
Tarlah tries to clinch there but Anstey circles away. #TD2#
Tarlah looking to score a takedown here. Anstey is defending well but Tarlah drives through and ends up in Anstey's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anstey looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tarlah is one step ahead there.
Tarlah wants to control from the top but Anstey keeps moving.
Tarlah must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Tarlah throwing strikes but missing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tarlah accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tarlah accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tarlah postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tarlah accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Anstey wants to sweep here but Tarlah controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tarlah displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Anstey. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tarlah throws a hook to the side of Anstey's head but Anstey sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Tarlah closes the distance and pushes Anstey back into the cage.
Tarlah gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Anstey.
Tarlah wants a takedown but no success here.
A bit of stalling here from Anstey. #TD2#
Tarlah gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Tarlah scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Tarlah throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Tarlah is keen to just control but Anstey is a slippery customer.
Tarlah thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Anstey's head.
Tarlah missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Anstey on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tarlah thows a huge punch but Anstey dodges it nicely.
Tarlah lands strikes from half guard.
Tarlah throws a strike but Anstey avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Anstey not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tarlah wants to control from the top but Anstey keeps moving.
Anstey has control of Tarlah's left arm, preventing Tarlah from doing any damage. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Anstey working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Anstey shoots and misses
and Tarlah cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Tarlah shoots in and bounces Anstey off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Tarlah stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Anstey swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Tarlah. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tarlah trying to control but Anstey is working from the bottom.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29

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

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