Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: Bellicose 107 - Prospects 6
Date: Jun 08, 2022

#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Davis looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kovolak lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Davis tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kovolak swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kovolak is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Davis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#It looks like Oleg Kovolak has been cut.
Davis fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kovolak scores with a jab to the body.
Davis cracks Kovolak with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL2#
Kovolak forces Davis back against the cage and clinches.
Davis blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kovolak.
Kovolak blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Davis lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kovolak backwards.
Kovolak leaning against his opponent.
Kovolak fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Davis lands with a light punch inside.
Davis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Davis misses with the head strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovolak stalling against the cage. #T1#
Davis wants to stall.
Davis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kovolak pushes Davis back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kovolak has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Davis seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kovolak can turn it around.
Davis blocking some punches.
Kovolak blocking some punches.
Davis definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Davis swings wildly with an uppercut but Kovolak uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Davis.
Davis letting Kovolak take a breather here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Davis.
Davis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kovolak blocks a body shot from Davis.
Davis throws a punch but it's blocked by Kovolak.
Davis letting Kovolak take a breather here.
Kovolak misses with some punches. #T2#
A nice left hand lands by Kovolak.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kovolak.
Kovolak throws a punch but it's blocked by Davis.
Davis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kovolak throws a head punch that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Kovolak.
Kovolak stalling against the cage.
Davis throws a punch but it's blocked by Kovolak.
Kovolak lands a left hand.
Kovolak can't find room to land a body shot as Davis controls the action.
Davis swings wildly with an uppercut but Kovolak uses good head movement to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Davis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Stalling in the clinch from Kovolak.
Kovolak's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T3#
Kovolak leaning his opponent against the cage.
Kovolak scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Davis lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kovolak's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Davis misses with some punches.
Kovolak blocks an uppercut.
Davis lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Davis tries a body shot but Kovolak blocks it.
Kovolak wants to stall.
Kovolak displaying some good clinch control by pressing Davis up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kovolak. #T4#
Davis lands on the inside with an uppercut. #CUT#That has opened up Oleg Kovolak's cut even more.
Davis misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Davis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kovolak will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Davis up against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Davis.
Kovolak lands a shoulder strike.
Kovolak prevents a body shot from Davis.
Davis prevents a body shot from Kovolak.
Kovolak lands with a right to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kovolak blocks a body shot from Davis.
Davis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kovolak tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kovolak swings wildly with an uppercut but Davis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Davis misses with a short punch on the inside.
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 Danny Davis will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Oleg Kovolak's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Davis tries to clinch there but Kovolak circles away.
Davis throws a hook but Kovolak blocks it.
Davis sets himself, and Kovolak steps forward looking for the clinch! Davis avoids it this time.
Kovolak looks to score with a jab to the body but Davis is just out of range.
Kovolak tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Davis was well out of range. Poor timing from Kovolak.#CL2#
Kovolak gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kovolak blocks an uppercut.
Kovolak will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Davis up against the cage.
Kovolak lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kovolak tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kovolak throws a punch but it's blocked by Davis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Davis digs a right hand into Kovolak's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kovolak's gas tank.
Oleg Kovolak seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A left hand lands to the body for Davis.
A short right from Davis.
A short right from Davis.
Kovolak is breathing heavily.
Davis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Davis lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kovolak backwards. #T1#
Kovolak lands a left hand.
Kovolak blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Davis has a couple of punches blocked by Kovolak.
Davis lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kovolak backwards.
Davis working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Davis avoiding damage.
Kovolak misses with a hook from the clinch.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kovolak 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.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Davis.
Davis lands a right hand.
A shot in the inside from Davis. #ROC#Kovolak is rocked!
A head punch on the inside from Davis fails to land.
Kovolak is still on wobbly legs! Can Davis finish him?
Davis lands a left hand. #CUT#The cut above Oleg Kovolak's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Davis lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Kovolak to his knees! Davis keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Danny Davis!
After the big win, Danny Davis made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors FUClothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: Bellicose 104 - Prospects 5
Date: Jun 01, 2022

#R1#
Bippus misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bippus is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bippus throws a head kick that misses.
Bippus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bippus walks into a jab.
Brutal takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT#It looks like Bertil Brutal has been cut.
Bippus pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bippus takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Brutal smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bippus throws a sloppy head kick and Brutal moves out of range easily. #KD#
Bippus lands a big head kick that sends Brutal tumbling to the mat! Bippus takes a step backwards and waves Brutal back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bippus tries a head kick but it misses.
Brutal lands a slapping body shot.
Bippus looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Brutal lands with a nice body punch.
Bippus pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Brutal ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Brutal lands a nice looking body shot.
Bippus looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bippus lands with a kick to the temple. Brutal shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #ROC#Brutal is rocked!
Bippus throws a head kick but Brutal moves out of range.
Bippus throws a hook but Brutal avoids it easily.
Bippus walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Brutal throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bippus stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bippus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Brutal counters with a stiff right hand.
Brutal bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bippus's head.
Brutal scores with a jab. Bippus acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brutal fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bippus looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bippus scores with a leg kick.
Brutal looks to land a combination but Bippus avoids it well.
Brutal 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.
Brutal thuds a left hand into Bippus's body.#T2#
Brutal fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Brutal avoids the head kick by Bippus.
Bippus throws a poor cross that misses
and Brutal connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bippus throws a head kick that misses.
Brutal looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Good standup being displayed there by Brutal as he connects with a hook.
Brutal lands with an overhand left.
Brutal throws a right and a left that Bippus avoids nicely.
Bippus throws a head kick but Brutal moves out of range.
Brutal connects with a jab.
A shot to the body from Bippus misses
and Brutal counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Brutal lands with an overhand left.
Bippus takes one on the button.
Bippus tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brutal connects with a jab.#T3#
Brutal blocks a head kick by Bippus.
A little jabbing left from Brutal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A swing and a miss from Bippus.
A nice side step and Brutal releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice body punch from Brutal.
Bippus with a jab.
Bippus misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brutal lands with a shot to the body.
A nice leg kick from Bippus, right into the meat of the thigh. #CL2#
Brutal moves into the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bippus.
Bippus letting Brutal take a breather here.
Brutal stalling the fight.
Bippus swings wildly with an uppercut but Brutal uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bippus looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Brutal holding his opponent close, against the cage. #T4#
Bippus looking to throw knees to the head but Brutal is blocking nicely.
Bippus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brutal dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Bippus struggles to land a body shot inside as Brutal controls his hands.
Bippus swings wildly with an uppercut but Brutal uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brutal stalls.
Bippus throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Brutals head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bippus tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Brutal tries to throw a body punch but Bippus avoids it by throwing Brutal back against the cage.
Bippus has a couple of punches blocked by Brutal.
Brutal is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bertil Brutal will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bertil Brutal's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Brutal on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A combination from Brutal does no damage.
Bertil Brutal seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bippus misses with a head kick.
Bippus takes one to the side of the head.
Brutal listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bippus wants to land a leg kick but Brutal is out of range.
Bippus tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brutal swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bippus.
Brutal changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bippus misses with a hook
and Brutal counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bippus throws a head kick that misses.
Bippus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bippus misses with a combination
and Brutal counters with a three punch combo that has Bippus backing up. Bippus nods at Brutal to acknowledge the strikes.#T1##CL2#
Brutal clinches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bippus.
Bippus throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Brutal blocks it with crossed arms.
Brutal taking a breather.
Brutal content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brutal.
Brutal will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Bippus up against the cage.
Bippus misses with the head strike.
Bippus stalls.
Brutal lands with a left to the head. #T2#
Brutal lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bippus backwards.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Brutal takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Brutal keeps control of Bippus as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Brutal stalling against the cage.
Bippus misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Brutal breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bippus throws a push kick but Brutal slaps the foot to one side.
Brutal avoids the head kick by Bippus.
Nice straight punches there by Brutal. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Brutal.
Brutal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brutal lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bippus backs up against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bippus misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brutal is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bippus with a body shot.
Brutal keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T3#
Brutal lands a nice looking body shot.
Brutal clobbers Bippus with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A big left from Bippus misses.
A punch lands to the side of Bippus 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Brutal throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bippus stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nice uppercut there from Brutal.
Bippus tries to clinch there but Brutal circles away.
Brutal cracks Bippus with a good jab.
Bippus tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brutal connects with a body shot that sends Bippus's belly button to the back.
A head kick by Bippus misses
and Brutal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bippus throws a lazy right hand but Brutal sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A head kick misses from Bippus.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bippus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Brutal. #T4#
Brutal scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Brutal fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Brutal clobbers Bippus with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Brutal with a hook.
Bippus walks into a stiff left hand from Brutal.
A jab from Brutal finds it's way through Bippus's defenses.
Brutal tests Bippus's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bippus misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brutal works the jab nicely.
Bippus looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bippus looks to throw a body kick
and Brutal cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brutal scores with a body shot.
Bippus fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bertil Brutal showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bertil Brutal's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bippus misses with a low kick.
Brutal avoids the head kick by Bippus.
Bippus sets himself, and Brutal steps forward looking for the clinch! Bippus avoids it this time.
Bippus ducks right into an uppercut from Brutal.
Brutal checks a leg kick.
Brutal lands a really nice looking cross but Bippus seems unphased.
Bippus avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bippus throws a head kick but Brutal moves out of range.
Brutal slips under a jab from Bippus.
Brutal throws out a counter right but Bippus avoids it with no problem.
Bippus moves forwards but Brutal connects with a nice, crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab lands there for Brutal.
Bippus takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Brutal throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bippus on the side of the head. #CL2#
Brutal darts in and clinches Bippus up against the cage.
Bertil Brutal seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
Brutal dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Bippus working hard to break the clinch.
Brutal's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Bippus looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Brutal displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bippus up against the cage.
Brutal stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bippus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bippus trying to land knees to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Brutal.
Bippus tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T2##BC#
Bippus breaks from the clinch.
Brutal ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bippus is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Brutal is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bippus with a body shot.
Bippus throws a sloppy head kick
and Brutal counters with a right hand to the body.
Bippus lands with a good body shot.
Zeeble Bippus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Brutal scores with a hook to the body. Bippus takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Brutal lands a nice shot to the body.
Bippus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Brutal paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A jab from Brutal finds it's way through Bippus's defenses.
Brutal scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brutal jabs Bippus to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Brutal throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T3#
Brutal scores with a decent looking hook.
Brutal lands with a nice body punch.
Brutal connects with a looping right hand.
Bippus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Brutal manages to avoid it.
Brutal steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bippus.
Brutal bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Brutal swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bippus throws a lazy head kick
enabling Brutal to counter with a crisp jab.
Brutal doesn't manage to clinch there - Bippus circles away.
Bippus tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Brutal manages to circle out of the way.
Bippus's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Brutal connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bippus scrambles back to his feet.
Bippus throws a poor cross that misses
and Brutal makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bippus tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bippus throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Brutal tries to counter with a clinch but Bippus shakes him off and moves away.
Bippus pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T4#
Brutal lands with a good body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brutal lands a jab.
Brutal lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Bertil Brutal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Brutal lands a nice looking body shot.
Brutal scores with a nice right hand.
Bippus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A head kick by Bippus misses
and Brutal counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bippus drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Brutal tries to close the distance and clinch but Bippus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A punch lands to the side of Bippus 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Brutal feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bippuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bippus throws a head kick that misses
and Brutal counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bertil Brutal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Brutal 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bertil Brutal!
Bertil Brutal 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.
In defeat, Zeeble Bippus stepped up to the mic, saying 'Sh!t, F%@$!! Cu#@!!'.

Event: Bellicose 104 - Prospects 5
Date: Jun 01, 2022

#R1#
Nice body punch from Logan.
Logan cracks Cooper with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Cooper is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cooper is looking to clinch but Logan is avoiding it.
Logan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Cooper.
Cooper tries to clinch but Logan moves away
and Logan counters with a straight right hand.
Good exchange - Logan coming out on top.
Logan scores with a decent looking hook.
Logan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
As Logan looks to move away, Cooper throws a big counter combo but Logan just gets out of the way.#CL#
Cooper clinches up against the cage.
Cooper drops down looking for an ankle pick but Logan pulls his leg out and moves away.
Cooper definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Cooper tries to close the distance and clinch but Logan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Logan connects with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cooper fails with an attempt to clinch.
Logan doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Cooper throws a right and a left that Logan avoids nicely.
Cooper misses with a body shot.
Jab by Logan.
Cooper is looking to clinch but Logan is avoiding it. #T1#
Cooper tries to clinch
and Logan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cooper fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cooper will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Logan digs a good hook to Cooper's body.
Logan scores with a head kick. Cooper tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Logan lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Cooper at a distance.
Cooper wants to clinch
and Logan counters with a nice uppercut.
Cooper tries to clinch but Logan moves away
and Logan counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Cooper thinking.
Danga de danga de dang - Logan scores with a four punch combination!
Logan is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Cooper had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Logan lands with an overhand left.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cooper tries to clinch but Logan moves away
and Logan counters with a stiff right hand.
Logan ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cooper wants to clinch.#CL2#
Logan clinches with his opponent. #T2#
Logan makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Logan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Logan works on Cooper's body with a couple of short punches.#TD#
Cooper turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Logan is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Cooper goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Logan rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Cooper's guard! Nice work there by Logan! #SUB#
Cooper is looking for a triangle here but Logan uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Cooper looks to move to half guard but instead Logan has passed into mount! Damn!
Logan sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Logan working for a submission but Cooper is keeping him at bay. #T3#
Cooper is looking to improve his position but Logan isn't that keen on the idea.
Logan controlling from the full mount.
Cooper keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Cooper sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Cooper is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Logan looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Cooper is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Cooper is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Logan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Logan's back!#SUB#
Cooper looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Logan is controlling Cooper 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard.
Logan controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Logan tries to stand but Cooper is controlling from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hoe Logan dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Cooper walks into a stiff left hand from Logan.
Logan lands a leg kick that knocks Cooper off balance momentarily.
Cooper shoots in for a takedown but Logan shows good takedown defense.
Logan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Logan with a nice cross.
Cooper tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Cooper tries to clinch up but Logan circles away and keeps his distance.
Logan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Logan rushes Cooper and presses him up against the cage.
Cooper has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Logan avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Logan lands an uppercut.
Logan lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Cooper wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Cooper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cooper looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Cooper tries for a takedown. No joy.
Cooper changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Logan fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hoe Logan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Logan throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cooper stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hoe Logan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Cooper will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Logan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Cooper tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Logan counters with a nice body shot.
Cooper darts in trying to clinch
and Logan counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Cooper fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Logan is out of range.
Cooper moves to clinch but Logan breaks away
and Logan counters with a stiff right hand.
Cooper tries to close the distance and clinch but Logan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Logan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Cooper moves in looking to clinch but Logan pushes him off.
Logan throws a head kick that misses.
Cooper went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Cooper tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Logan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Cooper tries to close the distance and clinch but Logan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nice shot lands for Logan.#T2#
Cooper tries to clinch
and Logan counters with a nice uppercut.
Logan dodges the punch combination from Cooper.
Cooper tries to clinch but Logan moves away
and Logan counters with a three punch combo that has Cooper backing up. Cooper nods at Logan to acknowledge the strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Logan jabs Cooper to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Logan falls off balance throwing a combination
and Cooper counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cooper is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Logan throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Cooper.
Logan moves out of range as Cooper strikes.
Logan appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Cooper with a poor takedown #CL2#
and Logan counters by clinching up.
Cooper is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Logan gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Cooper drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Logan gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Logan lands a shot to the body.#T3#
Logan working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Cooper goes for a takedown in the clinch but Logan prevents it.
Cooper is working for takedown but Logan is calmly controlling the position for now.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Logan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cooper's elbow.
Logan works on Cooper's body with a couple of short punches.
Logan prevents the takedown attempt.
Logan lands a nice uppercut.
Logan softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Logan scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC2#Cooper is rocked!
Logan lands with a light punch inside.
Oh Cooper is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A short uppercut from Logan.
Hoe Logan seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Cooper tries to score a body lock takedown but Logan shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Logan dips a shoulder and cracks Cooper with a mighty uppercut! Cooper falls back against the cage and Logan unloads with a barrage of strikes! Cooper is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Logan screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hoe Logan!
Our winner, Hoe Logan, 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: AWC 2022 - Semi Finals B
Date: Jun 01, 2022

#R1##TD#
Aphelios closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Sandwhich did well to prevent Aphelios getting side control.
We've been hearing good reports from Aphelios's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Aphelios not doing much here.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sandwhich can do anything to dispel that myth.
Aphelios takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Aphelios is controlling the pace.
Aphelios takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandwhich is staying active underneath Aphelios, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sandwhich won't allow Aphelios to pass to mount.
Aphelios prevents Sandwhich from improving his position.
Aphelios missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Sandwhich wants to get back to full guard.
Aphelios thows a huge punch but Sandwhich dodges it nicely.
Aphelios throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Aphelios stalling.
Aphelios 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.
Sandwhich regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Aphelios.
Aphelios missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Aphelios looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Aphelios throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sandwhich working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aphelios lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Sandwhich utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Aphelios throws a strike but Sandwhich rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Sandwhich postures up.
Sandwhich passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Aphelios manages to get to full guard.
Sandwhich really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Aphelios. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3#
Aphelios controls Sandwhich momentarily but Sandwhich frees himself.
Sandwhich preventing the sweep.
Aphelios striking off his back but it's not causing Sandwhich any problems.
Aphelios controls Sandwhich momentarily but Sandwhich frees himself.
Aphelios looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sandwhich is one step ahead there.
Aphelios working a defensive guard here. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Aphelios manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sandwhich manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Aphelios is in close to Sandwhich's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Sandwhich can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Aphelios controls the pace.
Aphelios throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sandwhich pulls Aphelios in close to prevent any damage.
Sandwhich utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aphelios is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Icarus Aphelios dominated that round.
That's time! Aphelios's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD#
Aphelios shoots in and bounces Sandwhich off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Aphelios throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Aphelios is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sandwhich can do to turn this around?
Aphelios controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aphelios lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Aphelios trying to control but Sandwhich is working from the bottom. #T1#
Sandwhich working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Aphelios.
Aphelios is working Sandwhich over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Sandwhich avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Aphelios postures up in Sandwhich's guard and throws a big left but Sandwhich blocks it.
Aphelios 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.
Aphelios is working Sandwhich over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Aphelios is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aphelios throws a big elbow that misses.
Aphelios stands and throws Sandwhich's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T2#
Aphelios trying to control the position but Sandwhich is working away.
Sandwhich managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Aphelios.
Aphelios looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Sandwhich is avoiding damage well.
Aphelios working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Sandwhich is not content to let Aphelios control the position.
Aphelios working the strikes but Sandwhich uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Sandwhich avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Aphelios.
Aphelios scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Aphelios missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sandwhich is refusing to be controlled, as Aphelios sits in half guard.
Aphelios throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Nice strikes from Aphelios there.
Sandwhich 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.
Aphelios lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Aphelios thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nice strikes from Aphelios there.
Icarus Aphelios overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Aphelios throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Aphelios is trying to control. Sandwhich wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Aphelios thows a huge punch but Sandwhich dodges it nicely.
Aphelios is trying to control the action in half guard but Sandwhich is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sandwhich is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Aphelios scores with a couple of nice shots.
Still in half guard, Aphelios seems content to control.
Sandwhich is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Aphelios scores with a couple of nice shots.
Aphelios not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Aphelios throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Aphelios controlling the action here.
Sandwhich blocking the ground and pound attempt from Aphelios.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aphelios is trying to control the action in half guard but Sandwhich is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Icarus Aphelios dominated that second round.
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##CL2#
Sandwhich closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sandwhich working aggressively here.
Sandwhich swings wildly with an uppercut but Aphelios uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sandwhich stops a takedown attempt from Aphelios.
Aphelios managing to block the knees to the body from Sandwhich.
Aphelios avoiding damage as Sandwhich throws knees to the body.
Sandwhich trying to land knees to the body. #TD#
Aphelios manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Aphelios lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sandwhich has momentary wrist control but Aphelios slips an elbow through the middle.
Aphelios throwing strikes from guard but Sandwhich blocks nicely.
Aphelios lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1#
Sandwhich preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sandwhich avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Aphelios advances position into side control!
Aphelios tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Sloppy strikes there by Aphelios.
Aphelios 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.
Aphelios is working Sandwhich over with some ground and pound from side control.
Sandwhich on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T2#
Aphelios is trying to ground and pound but Sandwhich uses the momentary lack of control by Aphelios to regain half guard.
Aphelios not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Aphelios lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Sandwhich avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Aphelios.
Aphelios thows a huge punch but Sandwhich dodges it nicely.
Aphelios throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Aphelios is looking to take a break and control but Sandwhich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
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. Aphelios connects with a nice short shot to Sandwhich's temple.
Aphelios throwing shots but Sandwhich is blocking nicely.
Aphelios is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Knuckle Sandwhich has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Aphelios is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Aphelios throwing shots but Sandwhich is blocking nicely.
Aphelios is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Sandwhich keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4#
Sandwhich blocking the ground and pound attempt from Aphelios.
Sandwhich trying to hold on to Aphelios's head to control him but Aphelios postures up.
Aphelios is trying to control. Sandwhich wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sandwhich takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Aphelios looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Sandwhich blocking the ground and pound attempt from Aphelios.
Sandwhich is looking to control Aphelios's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sandwhich avoid being mounted?
Aphelios wants to control but Sandwhich is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sandwhich has hold of Aphelios's hands but Aphelios slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Aphelios not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Icarus Aphelios is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Well, if Aphelios is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.

And that's the end of the fight!
Icarus Aphelios showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Aphelios, 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Icarus Aphelios!

Event: AWC 2022 - Quarter Finals C
Date: May 15, 2022

#R1#
Phoenix throws out a leg kick but Burdon moves out of range and Phoenix only half commits.
Phoenix has his takedown stuffed
and Burdon counters with a nice uppercut.
Phoenix lands a nice hook to Burdon's body. Burdon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Phoenix takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT2#It looks like Simon Phoenix has been cut.
Phoenix on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Burdon takes a swing at Phoenix's ribcage but misses.
Phoenix throws out a loose jab but Burdon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Phoenix definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Burdon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Phoenix. Phoenix circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Burdon throws a lazy right hand but Phoenix sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A thudding body kick lands there by Phoenix!
Phoenix throws a body kick that misses.
Burdon 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.
Burdon works Phoenix's body with a nice hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burdon slips under a jab.
Phoenix throws a body shot but no joy.
Phoenix cracks Burdon with a good jab.
Burdon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Phoenix.#T1#
Burdon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A head kick misses from Phoenix.
John Burdon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Burdon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Phoenix with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Burdon to score with a decent uppercut.
Burdon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burdon misses with an uppercut.
Burdon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Phoenix.
Burdon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Phoenix misses with an uppercut
enabling Burdon to counter with a crisp jab.
Phoenix shoots in but Burdon avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Phoenix misses with a leg kick
and Burdon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Phoenix fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Burdon is out of range.
Burdon scores with a sloppy right hand. Phoenix should have avoided that one. #ROC2#Phoenix is rocked!
Burdon knocks out Phoenix with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Burdon before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Burdon picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). John Burdon!
Our winner, John Burdon, 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: GC 430: Enchï¿½rya VS Saunders
Date: May 14, 2022

#R1#
Neviim slips under a jab from Mikkel.
Mikkel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Neviim scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT#It looks like Dan Mikkel has been cut.
Mikkel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Neviim.
Neviim backing away here, and Mikkel unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Mikkel defending well as Neviim loads up on a big left hand.
Neviim feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mikkels jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Neviim tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mikkel was well out of range. Poor timing from Neviim.
Mikkel thuds a left hand into Neviim's body.
Neviim uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mikkel.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Neviim. Mikkel does a little dance to reset his feet.
It seemed like Mikkel was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Neviim misses with a body punch
and Mikkel counters with an outside leg kick.
Neviim fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mikkel manages to avoid it.
Neviim takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've been informed that Mikkel has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Neviim throws a jab when Mikkel was well out of range.
Mikkel swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Mikkel fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Mikkel fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Neviim manages to avoid it.
Mikkel fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Neviim manages to avoid it.
Mikkel throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
Neviim is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Mikkel's half guard.
Mikkel is trying to get back to full guard.
Neviim thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Neviim is stalling here. Mikkel is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Neviim seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Mikkel has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T2#
Neviim sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Neviim has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Neviim moves into full guard.
Mikkel stays in close to Neviim's body and controls the position.
Neviim looking for a sweep. Not yet Neviim, not yet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Neviim is working hard here to advance position.
Neviim is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Neviim not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Neviim 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.
Mikkel 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.
Neviim pulls Mikkel in to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Neviim drives through with a takedown into guard.

Mikkel uses the cage to get back to his feet. #T4#
Mikkel misses the jab.
Neviim misses with a wild body shot.
Neviim tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mikkel was well out of range. Poor timing from Neviim.
Mikkel looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Neviim throws a body shot but no joy.
Mikkel throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Neviim throws a poor cross that misses
and Mikkel counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Neviim misses with a wild body shot.
Ezekiel Neviim seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Neviim bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Neviim misses with the combination.
Neviim lands a jab to Mikkel's midsection.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dan Mikkel will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dan Mikkel's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Neviim moves away from the strike by Mikkel.
A jab from Mikkel does it's job there.
Neviim scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mikkel doesn't seem bothered though.
Mikkel scoring well with a low kick there.
Neviim swings for the body but Mikkel moves out of range.
Mikkel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Mikkel was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dan Mikkel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mikkel scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Neviim uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mikkel.
A telegraphed right hand from Mikkel misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neviim scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A slow jab from Neviim misses its intended target.
It seemed like Mikkel was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Neviim throws a jab when Mikkel was well out of range.
Neviim misses with a body punch
and Mikkel cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Mikkel tries to clinch but Neviim moves out of range.
Neviim throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dan Mikkel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Neviim closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mikkel to the mat! Mikkel manages to get full guard.
Mikkel looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Mikkel avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Mikkel utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Neviim postures up in Mikkel's guard and throws a big left but Mikkel blocks it.
Neviim throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mikkel works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Neviim preventing the sweep.
Mikkel has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
Neviim connects with a couple of short punches.
Neviim keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Mikkel's head.
Mikkel has Neviim pulled in close to control his posture.
Neviim is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Neviim with a flurry of punches that miss.
Neviim is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Neviim won't allow Mikkel to sweep him here.
Neviim trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Neviim is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Neviim postures up.
Neviim won't allow Mikkel to sweep him here.
Neviim works over Mikkel with some ground and pound from guard.
Neviim controlling from the top position.
Mikkel controlling Neviim's posture.
Neviim slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Neviim 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.
Neviim lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Mikkel down. #T4#
Neviim working away.
Mikkel takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Neviim lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Mikkel down.
Neviim working the ground and pound.
Mikkel managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Neviim.
Neviim is chipping away with strikes.
Mikkel is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Neviim landing a few strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ezekiel Neviim dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Dan Mikkel's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Neviim misses with a right hand
and Mikkel counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Neviim throws a lazy right hand but Mikkel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mikkel connects with a single shot there.
Mikkel scoring well with a low kick there.
Mikkel throws out a leg kick but Neviim moves out of range and Mikkel only half commits.
Neviim throws a sloppy body shot
and Neviim takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Neviim takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Neviim avoids the head kick by Mikkel.
Neviim ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mikkel moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mikkel throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Neviim counter with a right hand.
Neviim throws a right hand that misses
and Mikkel counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mikkel takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Neviim takes a swing at Mikkel's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Mikkel ducks right into an uppercut from Neviim.
Neviim uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mikkel.
Neviim dips to his left and cracks Mikkel with an uppercut!
Neviim takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Neviim throws a lazy uppercut
and Mikkel counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Neviim throws a body shot but no joy.
Mikkel tries to clinch but Neviim is having none of it. #TD#
Neviim closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mikkel to the mat! Mikkel manages to get full guard.
Neviim postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Mikkel is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
Neviim is looking to work some ground and pound but Mikkel has wrist control.
Neviim tries to free his leg and advance position but Mikkel is retaining full guard.
Mikkel keeping moving, preventing Neviim from controlling successfully.
Mikkel has control of Neviim's left arm, preventing Neviim from doing any damage.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Neviim with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Neviim stands up over Mikkel, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Neviim throws a strike but Mikkel rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Mikkel must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Mikkel stopping the sweep attempt from Neviim.#T3#
Neviim has a closed guard, preventing Mikkel from standing up.
Neviim can't keep his opponent in guard - Mikkel advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Mikkel is pressing down on Neviim's thigh, looking to free his foot. Neviim is holding on for now.
Neviim is trying to get back to full guard.
Neviim gets full guard.#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.
Neviim wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Mikkel avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Neviim working a defensive guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Neviim is on top in guard. #REVR#
Neviim keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Mikkel's head.
Neviim connects with a couple of short punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ezekiel Neviim.
I think Neviim 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: RISE 50: Irrawaddy v Newton
Date: Apr 10, 2022

#R1#
Kamara ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Phoenix looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Phoenix slips under a jab from Kamara.
Kamara misses with a low kick.
Kamara looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Phoenix moves away.
Kamara throws a lazy right hand but Phoenix sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kamara just misses with a punch to the body.
Kamara lands a head shot.#CUT#It looks like Simon Phoenix has been cut.
Kamara throws the kick towards the body but Phoenix avoids it.
Kamara slips a straight right by Phoenix.
Phoenix throws a shot from downtown. Kamara moves away and avoids it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kamara.
Phoenix misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Kamara sends Phoenix crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Kamara is motioning to the referee to let Phoenix up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Phoenix is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kamara circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Phoenix tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Kamara wins by KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tagnarach Kamara!
A very excited looking Tagnarach Kamara 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: RISE 51: Ihantala v Svyatogor
Date: Apr 10, 2022

#R1##TD#
Aphelios closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Thibodeaux's guard.
Aphelios with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aphelios passes into half guard.
Aphelios content to control rather than advance.
Aphelios missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Aphelios's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aphelios performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Aphelios working Thibodeaux over with strikes. #T1#
Aphelios takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Thibodeaux looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Aphelios lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Aphelios passes to side control.
Thibodeaux takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Aphelios staying calm.
Aphelios scores with punches from side control.
Aphelios working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T2#
Thibodeaux on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Thibodeaux takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Aphelios takes a little break here. Thibodeaux wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Thibodeaux taking a bit of punishment here - Aphelios scoring with strikes.
Thibodeaux on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Aphelios is working Thibodeaux over with some ground and pound from side control.
Aphelios lands an elbow.
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!
Aphelios lands a decent elbow from side control.
Aphelios moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T3#
Thibodeaux gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Aphelios lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Thibodeaux taking shots to the head.
Aphelios looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aphelios looking to finish Thibodeaux with some ground and pound. This is bad for Thibodeaux!
Thibodeaux is bucking up trying to escape but Aphelios cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Aphelios 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.
Aphelios landing strikes from the mount and Thibodeaux is in trouble! #ROC#Thibodeaux is rocked!
Aphelios breaks from Thibodeaux's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Thibodeaux is still in real trouble! Can Aphelios finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aphelios postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Thibodeaux in real trouble here! The ref calls for Thibodeaux to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Icarus Aphelios!

Event: CDFC 31: Havoc vs Special
Date: Mar 25, 2022

#R1#
Finn throws an overhand right that lands on Skabetti's shoulder, as Skabetti tries to avoid the shot.
Finn misses with an uppercut.
Finn pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Finn. Skabetti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Skabetti looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Skabetti slips a straight right by Finn.
Skabetti is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Skabetti throws a sloppy head kick and Finn moves out of range easily.
Finn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finn scores with a spinning back kick!
A jab from Finn does it's job there.
Finn dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Skabetti. That did some damage!#T1#
Finn fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A big left from Finn misses.
Finn misses with a low kick.
Skabetti is looking to counter punch.
Finn fakes the leg kick and cracks Skabetti in the body.
Finn lands a really nice looking cross but Skabetti seems unphased.
Finn swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Skabetti.
Finn lands a nice shot to the body.
Skabetti takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Finn looks to throw the jab but Skabetti is out of range. #T2#
Finn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Skabetti.
Skabetti lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Skabetti walks into a jab.
Finn misses with a hook.
Skabetti is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've been told by Skabetti's head coaches at in shig we trust that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Skabetti blocks a leg kick.
A jab from Finn misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finn throws a leg kick which misses Skabetti's front leg but catches the back leg as Skabetti tries to avoid it.
Skabetti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finn.
Skabetti thinks about countering with a head kick.
Finn tries to score with a low kick but Skabetti moves his leg out of the way.
Skabetti on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T3#
Finn takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Finn looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Finn is looking to clinch but Skabetti is avoiding it.
Nice body kick from Finn.
Skabetti defending well as Finn loads up on a big left hand.
Finn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Skabetti scores with a head kick. Finn tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT#It looks like Leon Finn has been cut.
Skabetti stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Finn.
Skabetti bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T4#
Finn swings and misses with a shot to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Skabetti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Finn.
Skabetti checks the leg kick nicely there.
It looked like Skabetti was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Finn.
Skabetti throws a low kick but Finn moves out of range easily.
Skabetti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finn.
Finn throws a right hand that Skabetti ducks under and follows up with a left that Skabetti also avoids with ease.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Finn connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Skabetti throws a head kick that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Leon Finn dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Leon Finn's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Finn lands with an uppercut that bounces Skabetti off the cage and back into range.
Finn scores with a jab to the head.
Finn just misses with a punch to the body.
Skabetti slips under a jab.
Skabetti keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Skabetti misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skabetti slips under a jab from Finn.
Skabetti staying out of range there.
Finn is looking to clinch. #T1#
Skabetti chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Finn can pounce on him.
Finn connects with a good right hand that stumbles Skabetti. Skabetti circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Finn tries to land a front kick but Skabetti steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Skabetti throws a head kick but Finn moves out of range.
Finn throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Skabetti counters with a nice body kick.
Skabetti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Skabetti circles away from the clinch attempt.
A head kick misses from Skabetti.
Finn throws a leg kick
and Skabetti counters with a good, hard body kick but Finn shrugs it off. #T2#
Finn throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Finn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Finn takes a swing at Skabetti's ribcage but misses.
It appears Skabetti was looking to counter with a kick there.#KD#
Skabetti lands a big head kick that sends Finn tumbling to the mat! Skabetti takes a step backwards and waves Finn back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Finn is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jab, jab by Finn - just one landing.
Finn is still on wobbly legs! Can Skabetti finish him?
Finn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Finn throws a front kick aimed at Skabetti's knee but Skabetti avoids it well.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Skabetti might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Skabetti pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Finn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Finn swings away with a body shot that misses
and Skabetti counters with a right, left combo that wobbles Finn badly! Skabetti follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks Finn out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Skabetti finished him against the cage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Metbal Skabetti!

Event: CDFC 30: Kvick vs Santa Perez
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1#
Ace tries to move into range but Brutal moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Brutal has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Sprawl & Brawl in the buildup to the fight.
Ace goes for a double leg but Brutal avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Brutal continues to drive forward.
Brutal lands with a shot to the body.
Brutal dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Brutal takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Brutal throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ace stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ace moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Brutal scores with a shot to the body.
Brutal feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Aces jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ace is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ace misses with a takedown attempt
and Ace takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ace or perhaps it was just good defense by Brutal, which made it look bad.
Bertil Brutal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Ace.
Brutal cracks Ace with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL#
Brutal darts in and clinches Ace up against the cage.
Ace looking for a takedown. #T1#
Brutal lands a body shot in the clinch.
Brutal stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A nice left hand lands by Brutal.
Brutal stalling.
Ace fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Brutal content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Brutal slows down the pace here.
Brutal lands a right hand. #T2##BC#
Brutal escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ace shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Brutal defends it nicely.
Brutal 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.
Ace doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Brutal to counter with a crisp jab.
Bertil Brutal is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Brutal scores with a punch to the head.
Brutal changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ace or perhaps it was just good defense by Brutal, which made it look bad.
Brutal is looking to counter punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brutal scores with a nice head shot.#T3#
Brutal scores with a jab.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Brutal just leaning against Ace, taking a breather.
Brutal taking a breather.#BC#
Brutal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ace drops his hands momentarily and Brutal takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Brutal connects with a body shot.
Brutal lands a jab to Ace's midsection.
Brutal wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ace takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T4##CL#
Brutal has Ace up against the cage in a clinch.
Brutal is stalling here.
Ace fails to pull guard.
Brutal lands a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brutal taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ace tries for a takedown. No joy.
Brutal is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Brutal.
Brutal gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bertil Brutal 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#
Ace tries for a takedown but Brutal circles away easily
and Brutal connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Brutal connects with a single shot there.
Brutal thuds a left hand into Ace's body.
Brutal lands with a right hand.
Brutal stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Brutal wants it to stay on the feet.
Brutal lands a jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Brutal. That snapped Ace's head back.
Brutal lands a jab.
Brutal lands a jab to Ace's midsection.
Brutal thuds his right hand into Ace's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brutal cracks a nice hook into Ace's ribs.
Brutal lands a right hook to the body. #T1#
Ace takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Brutal.
Ace is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Brutal scores with a body shot.
Brutal works Ace's body with a nice hook.
Ace fails with a takedown attempt.
Bertil Brutal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Ace.
Ace takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Brutal smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ace shoots and misses
and Brutal connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Brutal scores with a nice right hand. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brutal cracks Ace with an open hand slap.
Ace takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Brutal cracks a nice hook into Ace's ribs.
Brutal wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Brutal scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Brutal lands a nice shot to the body.
Brutal listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Brutal clobbers Ace with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ace misses with a takedown attempt - Brutal sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Brutal changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Brutal. #CUT#It looks like Bjj Ace has been cut.
Brutal lands a nice looking body shot. #T3#
The crowd cheers as Brutal lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ace doesn't seem phased though.
Brutal ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Brutal cracks Ace with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ace takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've been informed that Ace has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Brutal is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ace can do to turn this around?
Brutal works Ace's body with a nice hook.
A jab from Brutal does it's job there.
Brutal displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Brutal thuds his right hand into Ace's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ace tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Brutal swivels and escapes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ace tries for a takedown but Brutal sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ace is breathing heavily.
Brutal scores with a sloppy right hand. Ace should have avoided that one.
Brutal uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ace has time to react.
Ace with a lazy takedown attempt
and Brutal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ace is trying desperately to land a takedown but Brutal is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Ace.#T4#
Brutal clobbers Ace with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Brutal thuds his right hand into Ace's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ace shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Brutal as he avoids it easily.
Ace takes one to the side of the head. #CL#
Brutal closes the distance and clinches.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Brutal stalls.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Brutal lands with a light punch inside.
Brutal stalling the fight.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bertil Brutal dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Bjj Ace's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Brutal lands with a shot to the body.
Ace has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ace doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Brutal scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ace in his tracks.
Brutal lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ace at a distance.
Ace shoots in for a takedown but Brutal shows good takedown defense.
Brutal's corner calls for a 1-2. Brutal obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Brutal fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ace looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ace misses with a takedown #CL#
and Brutal counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Brutal.
Brutal stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brutal presses Ace against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Brutal dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T1#
Brutal slowing the pace effectively.
Brutal leaning his opponent against the cage.
A hook to the body from Brutal. #BC#
Brutal breaks from the clinch.
Brutal fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Brutal jabs at Ace's body.
Brutal fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Brutal lands with an overhand left.
Ace looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2#
Brutal throws a series of punches but Ace moves out of range.
Brutal scores with a jab to the head.
Brutal closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brutal scores with a jab to the body.
Ace shoots in but no luck this time.
Bertil Brutal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Ace.
Brutal scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CL#
Brutal clinches up with Ace and pushes him back against the cage.
Ace tries to pull guard but Brutal holds him up against the cage and eventually Ace drops back down to his feet.
Ace takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ace letting Brutal take a breather here.
Brutal taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #T3#
Brutal has Ace pushed against the cage.
Brutal is pushing Ace up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Brutal seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Brutal working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Brutal breaks the clinch.
Brutal scores with a decent looking hook.
Ace on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Brutal tests Ace's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Brutal lands a really nice looking cross but Ace seems unphased. #T4#
Brutal lands the left hand.
Ace shoots and misses
enabling Brutal to counter with a crisp jab.
Bertil Brutal is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ace ducks right into an uppercut from Brutal.
Brutal scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brutal lands a slapping body shot.
Brutal scores with a hook to the body. Ace takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Brutal thuds his right hand into Ace's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Brutal throws a combination. Ace tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Nice uppercut there from Brutal.
Nice cross by Brutal.
Brutal connects with a body shot.
Bjj Ace has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Brutal scores with a hook.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:24
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:24
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:24

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

Event: RISE 40: Philippe v Officer
Date: Mar 13, 2022

#R1#
Aphelios connects with a body shot.#TD#
Aphelios drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Aphelios wants to control from the top but Thibodeaux keeps moving.
Aphelios postures up and lands a big shot to Thibodeaux's brow.
Aphelios content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Aphelios with a flurry of punches that miss.
Aphelios throws an elbow that misses. Thibodeaux uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Aphelios's guard. Nice move by Thibodeaux!#REVB#
Aphelios throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thibodeaux wants to pass the guard but Aphelios is keeping the position.
Thibodeaux trying to control but Aphelios is working from the bottom.
Thibodeaux stands and throws Aphelios's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1#
Thibodeaux wants to control but Aphelios is keeping him busy.
Thibodeaux 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aphelios defending against the ground and pound.
Aphelios gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Aphelios blocking the ground and pound attempt from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux wants to control but Aphelios is keeping him busy.
Aphelios is looking to control Thibodeaux's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aphelios avoid being mounted?
Aphelios is looking for a sweep. Thibodeaux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Aphelios keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Aphelios works his way to full guard. Good work.
Aphelios utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
Thibodeaux wants to control from the top but Aphelios keeps moving.
Thibodeaux trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Thibodeaux trying to control the position from guard on top but Aphelios is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Thibodeaux enables Aphelios to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Thibodeaux manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
We've been hearing good reports from Aphelios's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Thibodeaux managing to control the position.
Aphelios throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Aphelios throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Aphelios's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Aphelios missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Aphelios trying to control the position from guard on top but Thibodeaux is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aphelios connects with a couple of short punches.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Thibodeaux can do anything to dispel that myth.
Thibodeaux pulls Aphelios in close to prevent any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Aphelios accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Aphelios with a flurry of punches that miss.
Aphelios is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Aphelios trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Aphelios landing with the ground and pound.
Aphelios throwing strikes but missing.
Thibodeaux keeping moving, preventing Aphelios from controlling successfully.
Aphelios throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Thibodeaux works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Thibodeaux is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aphelios moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Thibodeaux must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Thibodeaux looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Icarus Aphelios 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#
Thibodeaux gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Aphelios to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Aphelios trying to control the position from guard on top but Thibodeaux is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thibodeaux working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aphelios working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Aphelios wants to control from the top but Thibodeaux keeps moving. #T1#
Aphelios is in close to Thibodeaux's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Aphelios in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Aphelios throwing strikes from guard but Thibodeaux blocks nicely.
Aphelios won't allow Thibodeaux to sweep him here.
Aphelios throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Aphelios looking to sit in guard and control but Thibodeaux gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Aphelios throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Aphelios tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Thibodeaux throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Thibodeaux working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Aphelios is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Thibodeaux being controlled here momentarily.
Aphelios manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Thibodeaux manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Aphelios is looking to work some ground and pound but Thibodeaux has wrist control.
Aphelios trying to control but Thibodeaux is working from the bottom.
Aphelios postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T3#
Aphelios 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.
Aphelios missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Aphelios loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Aphelios throws an elbow that misses. Thibodeaux uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Aphelios's guard. Nice move by Thibodeaux!#REVB#
Thibodeaux throws a big right hand that misses.
Thibodeaux pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Aphelios is keeping the position for now.
Aphelios 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.
Aphelios keeping moving, preventing Thibodeaux from controlling successfully. #T4#
Thibodeaux controlling from the top position.
Thibodeaux tries to free his leg and advance position but Aphelios is retaining full guard.
Thibodeaux stopping the sweep attempt from Aphelios.
Thibodeaux is looking to work some ground and pound but Aphelios has wrist control.
Aphelios preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Aphelios drives through with a takedown into Thibodeaux's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Aphelios accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Aphelios is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Thibodeaux working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Aphelios.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Icarus Aphelios dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Thibodeaux gets caught napping as Aphelios dives in and scores a takedown. Thibodeaux manages to retain guard.
Aphelios trying to control but Thibodeaux is working from the bottom.
Aphelios won't allow Thibodeaux to sweep him here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Aphelios accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Aphelios throws an elbow that misses. Thibodeaux uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Aphelios's guard. Nice move by Thibodeaux!#REVB#
Thibodeaux's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Aphelios wants to sweep here but Thibodeaux controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thibodeaux trying to control but Aphelios is working from the bottom.
Aphelios looking to hit a scissor sweep but Thibodeaux is one step ahead there. #T1#
Thibodeaux trying to control but Aphelios is working from the bottom.
Aphelios tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Thibodeaux trying to control but Aphelios is working from the bottom.
My spies in ubergym inform me that Thibodeaux has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Thibodeaux looking to pass the guard.
Thibodeaux wants to control from the top but Aphelios keeps moving.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Thibodeaux postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Aphelios scores with a jab to the body.
Aphelios jabs Thibodeaux to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Aphelios misses the shot to the body.
Aphelios bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Thibodeaux's head.
Aphelios misses with a takedown attempt - Thibodeaux sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Thibodeaux shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Aphelios 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.
Thibodeaux trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Aphelios is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thibodeaux can do to turn this around?
Aphelios tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Aphelios pulls Thibodeaux in to control the position. #T3#
Aphelios working a defensive guard here.
Thibodeaux trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Thibodeaux throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Aphelios tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Thibodeaux drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Aphelios is looking for a sweep.
Aphelios manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Aphelios moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Thibodeaux in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Thibodeaux stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aphelios swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Aphelios wants to sweep but no luck.
Aphelios is trying to keep Thibodeaux in close.
Aphelios pulls Thibodeaux in to control the position.
Aphelios 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#
Aphelios not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aphelios is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Thibodeaux reverses the position - he's now on top in Aphelios's guard.
Laurenz Thibodeaux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Icarus Aphelios is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Aphelios wants to sweep but no luck.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Laurenz Thibodeaux.
Well Aphelios has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Icarus Aphelios!

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

#R1#
Phoenix takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The Kidd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Phoenix.
Phoenix throws an overhand right that lands on The Kidd's shoulder, as The Kidd tries to avoid the shot.
Phoenix lands a nice leg kick that just misses The Kidd's sensitive parts.
The Kidd works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Phoenix lands a leg kick that knocks The Kidd off balance momentarily.
Phoenix avoids the body shot from The Kidd.
Phoenix changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The Kidd bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Phoenix misses with a low kick as The Kidd jumps back.
The Kidd is looking for the big counter here.
Phoenix missing with a left hand there. The Kidd was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Phoenix definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The Kidd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Phoenix.
The Kidd looks to score with a jab to the body but Phoenix is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phoenix looks to score with a jab to the body but The Kidd is just out of range.
The Kidd scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Phoenix smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The Kidd misses with a looping left.
Phoenix ducks under a wild hook from The Kidd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Phoenix throws a poor cross that misses
and The Kidd counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Phoenix throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The Kidd doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
The Kidd looks to land a combination but Phoenix avoids it well.
Nice shot by The Kidd.
The Kidd will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Phoenix keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from The Kidd.
Phoenix throws a low kick but it's checked well by The Kidd.
Phoenix throws a jab but it's blocked by The Kidd.
Phoenix misses with a right hand
and The Kidd counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Phoenix thinking.
The Kidd scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The Kidd misses the jab.
The Kidd takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The Kidd checks a low kick from Phoenix.
Phoenix throws a leg kick but The Kidd sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Phoenix is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T2#
A swing and a miss from The Kidd.
The Kidd misses with a right hand
and Phoenix counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Phoenix throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Phoenix chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The Kidd uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Phoenix.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Phoenix.
The Kidd throws out a counter right but Phoenix avoids it with no problem.
The Kidd misses with a straight right.
Phoenix tries to land a front kick but The Kidd steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Phoenix lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The Kidd keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Phoenix fakes high and swings low for a body shot but The Kidd manages to avoid it.
The Kidd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Phoenix.
Phoenix needs to keep his hands up - The Kidd had a free shot at his head there.
Phoenix lands a nice leg kick that just misses The Kidd's sensitive parts.
The Kidd lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Phoenix throws a leg kick that misses. #T3#
Phoenix tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Kidd was well out of range. Poor timing from Phoenix.
Phoenix turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Phoenix ducks right into an uppercut from The Kidd.
Juice The Kidd is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Phoenix will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The Kidd misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The Kidd connects with a single shot there.
Phoenix throws a low kick but it's checked well by The Kidd.
The Kidd takes a swing at Phoenix's ribcage but misses.
The Kidd is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Phoenix had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
The Kidd misses with a series of wild punches.
Phoenix jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Nice defenses there by The Kidd.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Phoenix. The Kidd shrugs it off though.
Phoenix bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Phoenix takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Phoenix looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T4#
Phoenix looks to throw a body kick
and The Kidd cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The Kidd ducks under a wild hook from Phoenix.
Phoenix swings for the body but The Kidd moves out of range.
Phoenix looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
The Kidd has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Phoenix's corner calls for a 1-2. Phoenix obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Phoenix tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but The Kidd defends well and Phoenix ends up having to push The Kidd into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
The Kidd throws a punch but it's blocked by Phoenix.
The Kidd tries to throw a body punch but Phoenix avoids it by throwing The Kidd back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by The Kidd.
Phoenix digs a right hand underneath The Kidd's ribcage. The Kidd let out a lung full of air as it connected.#TD#
Phoenix manages to pull guard. #SUB#
The Kidd avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Phoenix has his feet on The Kidd's thighs here. He's pushed The Kidd off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! The Kidd screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Simon Phoenix!

Event: TR30: 30 For 30
Date: Mar 09, 2022

#R1#
Wachtler tries to clinch up but Baker circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Baker moves into range and clinches up with Wachtler.
Baker's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Baker prevents a body shot from Wachtler.
The referee is keeping an eye on Baker - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Baker stalling the fight.
Baker receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
Wachtler lands a hook that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Baker goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wachtler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wachtler lands an uppercut.
Wachtler scores with a nice hook to the head.
A shot in the inside from Baker.
Good body shot from Wachtler.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Wachtler.
Baker can't find room to land a body shot as Wachtler controls the action.
Wachtler definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wachtler goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Baker pressing his opponent against the cage.
Baker doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Come on Baker - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #T1#
Wachtler lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Baker tries to throw a body punch but Wachtler avoids it by throwing Baker back against the cage.
Wachtler blocks a body shot from Baker.
Wachtler prevents a takedown attempt there.
A head punch on the inside from Baker fails to land.
Wachtler works on Baker's body with a couple of short punches.
Wachtler tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wachtler lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Baker or not.
Wachtler lands a body punch.
Baker looks winded!
Wachtler lands an uppercut.
Wachtler throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bakers head.
Wachtler lands a shoulder strike.
Wachtler tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baker's elbow.
Baker is trying to maintain a safe position but Wachtler gets an underhook and turns Baker into the cage.
Wachtler lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Wachtler goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wachtler tries a body shot but Baker blocks it.
Wachtler presses Baker against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Baker looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Wachtler lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wachtler scores with a hook to the body.
Wachtler softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wachtler.
A right handed body shot lands from Wachtler.
Wachtler lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Wachtler misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Baker's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wachtler throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bakers head.
Wachtler lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Baker.
Still in the clinch, Wachtler scores with a nice short uppercut.
Wachtler presses Baker against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Wachtler lands a right hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Wachtler is working Baker over against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wachtler creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Wachtler softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wachtler is working Baker over against the cage.
Wachtler lands a left hand.
Wachtler working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wachtler lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Wachtler lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Baker or not.
Wachtler scores with an uppercut up the middle.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wachtler creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Wachtler working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Wachtler lands a nice shot to the body.
Wachtler pushes Baker back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wachtler scores with a shot to the side of Baker's head.
Wachtler lands a body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Wachtler.
A right handed body shot lands from Wachtler.
Wachtler lands a hook that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Wachtler lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Wachtler.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baker takes a shot to the head.
Wachtler gets through Baker's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wachtler softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wachtler lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Still in the clinch, Wachtler scores with a nice short uppercut.
Wachtler lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Baker.#T4#
Nice body punch from Wachtler.
A short right from Wachtler.
Wachtler lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wachtler digs a right hand into Baker's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Baker's gas tank.
A nice left hand lands by Wachtler.
Wachtler lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Wachtler lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wachtler.
Wachtler lands a body punch in the clinch.
Wachtler scores with a shoulder strike.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Wachtler lands a nice shot to the body.
Baker takes a shot to the head. #ROC#Baker is rocked!
Wachtler lands a body shot in the clinch.
Baker is still on wobbly legs! Can Wachtler finish him?
Wachtler lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wachtler throws a big uppercut that drops Baker! More strikes from Wachtler and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Baker lies dazed against the cage as Wachtler celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Moritz Wachtler!

Event: NRC 15
Date: Mar 05, 2022

#R1#
Zues misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A telegraphed right hand from Zues misses the target.
Zues keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Zues throws a hook to the side of Neviim's head but Neviim sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD2#
Neviim throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Zues was covering up waiting for the punch and Neviim finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Neviim working some strikes from top position.
Zues on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Zues tries to get out of the position.
Neviim pushes down on Zues's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Zues is trying to stand up here but Neviim is controlling him well.
Neviim drops an elbow to the side of Zues's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neviim landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Zues knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Neviim on the ground.
Neviim performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Neviim working the head and body with strikes. #T1#
Zues looks like he's trying to stand up.
Neviim looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
My spies in Sprawl & Brawl inform me that Neviim has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Neviim lands a nice short elbow.
Zues wants to control but Neviim is keeping busy.
Zues has hold of Neviim's hands but Neviim slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Neviim is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
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. Neviim connects with a nice short shot to Zues's temple.
Zues is looking to get back to full guard here but Neviim has managed to pass to side control instead.
Neviim is putting a hurting on Zues here, landing some big shots from side control.
Neviim in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Zues looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Neviim lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T2#
Neviim slows the pace down.
Neviim tries to move into full mount but can't pass Zues's legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zues is trying to get back to his feet.
Neviim lands an elbow.
Zues is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #ROC2#Zues is rocked!
Neviim scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Zues is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Neviim can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ezekiel Neviim!
Ezekiel Neviim tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: NRC Fight Night 7
Date: Mar 02, 2022

#R1#
Nima misses the jab.
Nima misses with a wild body shot.
Nima avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nima 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.
Kovolak throws a body shot but no joy.
Nima looks to land a right hand but Kovolak moved out of range.
Kovolak misses with a left hand
and Nima counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nima misses with a looping left.
Nima misses with a straight left.
Nice body punch from Nima.
Nice straight punches there by Nima. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Nima.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nima tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovolak was well out of range. Poor timing from Nima.
Nima fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nima scores with a jab to the body.
Nima misses with an uppercut. Kovolak saw that one coming.
A counter left hand to the body from Kovolak misses its target.
Kovolak throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Nima lands a jab to Kovolak's midsection.
Nima swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Idi Nima seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nima ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovolak moves away.
Nima tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovolak was well out of range. Poor timing from Nima.
Kovolak misses with a lunging right hand
and Nima counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kovolak scores with a hook.
Nima ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovolak moves away.
Nima wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nima misses with a few strikes there.
Kovolak wants to clinch.
Nima unleashes a big counter combination but Kovolak bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kovolak avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kovolak lands a nice looking body shot.
Nima throws a body punch but Kovolak moves out of range. #T2#
Nima throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kovolak takes a shot right to the bread basket.
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!
Nima tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovolak was well out of range. Poor timing from Nima.
Nima with a hook.
Nima lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kovolak misses with a hook
and Nima counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fighters circling - Nima throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nima scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kovolak doesn't seem bothered though.
Kovolak ducks under a wild hook from Nima.
Nima lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kovolak circles away quickly and effectively.
An attempted straight right counter from Kovolak misses the target.
Kovolak tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nima was well out of range. Poor timing from Kovolak.#CL#
Kovolak fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nima, pushing him back against the cage.
Nima working hard to break the clinch.
Kovolak can't find room to land a body shot as Nima controls the action. #T3#
Nima trying to stall but Kovolak improves his position.
Come on Kovolak - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kovolak content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kovolak throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nimas head.
Kovolak lands an uppercut.
Kovolak lands a shoulder strike.
Kovolak lands with a right to the head.
Kovolak lands a right hand.
Kovolak misses with some punches.
Kovolak gets through Nima's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kovolak is struggling to control the position.#T4#
Kovolak stalling in the clinch.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Kovolak for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
I was talking to Kovolak's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kovolak can't find room to land a body shot as Nima controls the action.
Kovolak is stalling here.
Kovolak slows down the pace here.
Nima is trying to break free.
Nima blocking some punches.
Kovolak has Nima pressed against the cage.
Kovolak tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nima's elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Idi Nima dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kovolak waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nima.
It seemed like Nima was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nima swinging wildly here.
Kovolak swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Nima to counter with a crisp jab.
Kovolak moves out of range as Nima strikes.
Nima cracks Kovolak with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nima cracks Kovolak with an open hand slap.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Nima tries to break free but Kovolak pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovolak misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kovolak misses with the head strike.
Kovolak displaying some good clinch control by pressing Nima up against the cage.
Kovolak tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Nima tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kovolak's elbow.
Kovolak misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kovolak has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Nima prevents a body shot from Kovolak.
Nima has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kovolak misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kovolak takes a shot to the head.
Kovolak lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Nima as the two fighters clinch.
Nima blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nima misses with some punches.
Nima misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kovolak prevents a body shot from Nima.
Nima stalling in the clinch but Kovolak improves position. #T2#
Kovolak misses with the head strike.
Kovolak manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Kovolak takes a shot to the head.
Kovolak tries a body shot but Nima blocks it.
Kovolak stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Kovolak misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Nima breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kovolak tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nima was well out of range. Poor timing from Kovolak.
Nima swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nima with a nice cross.
Kovolak is looking to wear down Nima with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Nima takes a swing at Kovolak's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Nice jab there from Nima.
Nima throws a looping overhand right but Kovolak ducks down to avoid it.
Kovolak is looking to counter punch.
Nima throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kovolak on the side of the head.
Kovolak lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nima at a distance.
Nima thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kovolak swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A right-left combo lands from Nima. #CUT2#It looks like Oleg Kovolak has been cut.
Kovolak fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nima manages to avoid it.
Nima listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kovolak takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kovolak throws a body shot but no joy.
Nima connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kovolak throws a body shot but no joy.
Kovolak paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nima with a jab.#T4#
A shot to the body from Nima misses
and Kovolak cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kovolak takes a swing at Nima's ribcage but misses.
Nima lands a slapping body shot.
Nima fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kovolak looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nima swings for the body but Kovolak moves out of range.
Nima swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nima just misses with a punch to the body.
Kovolak throws a hook but Nima blocks it.
Nima appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nima throws an overhand right that lands on Kovolak's shoulder, as Kovolak tries to avoid the shot.
Nima swings for the body but Kovolak moves out of range.
Kovolak tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Nima manages to circle out of the way.
Nima throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nima swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nima ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovolak moves away.
Nima misses with a looping right.
It looked like Kovolak wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Idi Nima showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Oleg Kovolak's cut.
That's time! Kovolak's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Nima misses with the combination.
Nima jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nima misses with a wild body shot.
Nima cracks a nice hook into Kovolak's ribs.
Nima slips under a jab from Kovolak.
Jab by Kovolak.
Kovolak connects with a crisp jab.
Nima ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovolak moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovolak lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kovolak tests Nima's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nima throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kovolak on the side of the head.
Nima tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kovolak was well out of range. Poor timing from Nima.#T1#
Nima dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kovolak misses with a hook
and Nima counters with a left to the body.
Nima lands a body shot. #CL#
Kovolak moves into range and clinches up with Nima.
Oleg Kovolak has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short right from Kovolak.
Kovolak tries to throw a body punch but Nima avoids it by throwing Kovolak back against the cage.
Nima being controlled against the cage.
Kovolak lands with a light punch inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Kovolak.
Nima tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kovolak's elbow. #T2#
Kovolak misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kovolak swings wildly with an uppercut but Nima uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stalling in the clinch from Kovolak.
Kovolak prevents a body shot from Nima.
Kovolak swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kovolak tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nima's elbow.
The referee calls for Kovolak to work.
Kovolak stalling the fight.
Kovolak throws a head punch that misses.
Kovolak tries a body shot but Nima blocks it.
Kovolak blocks a body shot from Nima. #T3#
Kovolak swings wildly with an uppercut but Nima uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nima can't break the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kovolak takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Nima blocking some punches.
Nima blocks an uppercut.
A bit of stalling here from Kovolak.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kovolak.
Kovolak has a couple of punches blocked by Nima.
Nima misses with a body punch.
Kovolak pushes Nima back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Idi Nima is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Nima wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kovolak has him pressed against the cage.
Nima tries to throw a body punch but Kovolak avoids it by throwing Nima back against the cage.
Nima throws a head punch that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Kovolak.
Kovolak lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kovolak misses with the head strike.
Kovolak just leaning against Nima, taking a breather.
Oleg Kovolak has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#BC2#
Nima breaks the clinch.
Kovolak uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nima.
A little feinted left hand from Kovolak on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kovolak showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nima.
Nima swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kovolak.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oleg Kovolak showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nima 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: CDFC 25: Tarver vs Manfield
Date: Feb 19, 2022

#R1#
Finn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Christ sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Christ swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from Christ. Those never looked like landing.
Finn throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Nice defenses there by Finn.
Christ loads up on a big right hand but Finn slips the punch.
Christ on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Finn thumps Christ with a low kick.
Christ throws an off balance right hand
and Finn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Finn shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Christ tries to bum rush Finn with a series of wild strikes but Finn uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Christ moves away from the strike by Finn.
A looping hook to the body misses from Finn. Christ does a little dance to reset his feet.
Christ throwing a counter right hand but Finn manages to avoid it.
Christ throws a series of punches but Finn moves out of range.
Finn swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Christ throws a right and a left that both miss.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Finn! But no joy.#T1#
Finn tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Christ manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Finn slips under a jab.
Finn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Christ moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Finn cracks Christ with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Christ uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finn.
Christ was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Christ throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Finn is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Finn takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Finn moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Finn will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Christ throws an off balance right hand
and Finn counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Christ lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Christ throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Finn sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Christ takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finn slips under a jab.
Christ throws a right and a left that both miss.
Finn fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Christ is out of range.
Christ appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Christ ducks under a wild hook from Finn.
Finn takes a swing at Christ's ribcage but misses.
Christ takes a swing at Finn's ribcage but misses.
Finn was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
An inside leg kick lands from Finn.
Christ bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Finn's head.
Jimmy Christ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Christ throws a right hand that misses
and Finn counters with a series of strikes. Christ will be more careful next time no doubt.
Finn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Christ.
Christ throws a combination that misses
and Finn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Christ throws a shot to the body.
Christ misses with a lunging right hand
letting Finn counter with a right hand. #T3#
Finn throws a body shot but no joy.
Finn fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Christ looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Finn misses with an uppercut.
Finn takes a jab right on the kisser.
Christ throws a lazy uppercut
and Finn counters with an outside leg kick.
Finn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Christ.
Christ is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Finn.
Finn swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Christ throws an overhand right that lands on Finn's shoulder, as Finn tries to avoid the shot.
A nice side step and Finn releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Christ throws a shot from downtown. Finn moves away and avoids it.
Christ uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finn.
A counter left hand to the body from Christ misses its target.
Christ is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Christ takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Christ swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T4#
A nice inside leg kick there by Finn. That's going to slow Christ down.
Christ misses the body punch
and Finn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Christ throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Finn.
Finn follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Christ missing with a left hand there. Finn was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Finn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Finn throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Finn connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A jab from Christ misses.
It seemed like Finn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Finn throws an off balance right hand
and Christ counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Christ throws an off balance right hand
and Finn counters with a leg kick.
Finn connects with a leg kick.
Christ looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Finn misses with a body shot.
Finn misses with an uppercut
and Christ cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Finn takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Leon Finn will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Finn throws a hook but Christ avoids it easily.
Finn lands with a good body shot.
Christ lands with a cross. #ROC#Finn is rocked!
Finn drops his hands momentarily. Christ doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Finn staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Finn doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jimmy Christ!
After winning the bout, Jimmy Christ thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: GDL 141: San VS Moen
Date: Feb 19, 2022

#R1#
Reynolds looks to land a body kick but Namnam moved away.
Namnam throws the left hand but Reynolds avoids the punch easily.
Reynolds throws a sloppy head kick
and Namnam counters with a stiff right hand.
Reynolds has his takedown stuffed
and Namnam counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A jab from Namnam does it's job there.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Reynolds.
Reynolds walks into a left hand.
Reynolds misses with a head kick.
A big right from Namnam misses.
Reynolds throws a fast counter high kick but Namnam manages to duck under it in time.
Reynolds throws a body kick that misses
and Namnam counters with a nice uppercut.
Reynolds lands with a slapping head kick.
Namnam stuns Reynolds with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jim Reynolds seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Namnam lands a glancing blow to the side of Reynolds's head.
Namnam steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Reynolds. That one must have hurt.
Reynolds throws a lazy head kick
and Namnam counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Reynolds drops his hands momentarily and Namnam takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Namnam lands a nice looking body shot.
Namnam cracks Reynolds with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Reynolds.#TD2#
Reynolds closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Namnam to the mat! Namnam manages to get full guard.
Reynolds looks winded!
Reynolds stays in close to Namnam's body and controls the position.
Namnam looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Reynolds postures up in Namnam's guard and throws a big left but Namnam blocks it. #T2#
Reynolds stands and throws Namnam's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Namnam's coaches at Sprawl & Brawl have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Namnam tries to buck Reynolds off but Reynolds is having none of it.
Reynolds is looking to take a break and control but Namnam is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Namnam tries to buck Reynolds off but Reynolds is having none of it.
Namnam wants to control but Reynolds postures up.
I wouldn't like to be where Namnam is right now. #T3##SUB2#
Reynolds goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Namnam has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Reynolds but great work by Namnam.
Reynolds is looking to reverse the position.
Reynolds is still trying to improve position.
Namnam trying to control the position but Reynolds is working away.
Reynolds is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Namnam asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T4#
The referee asks Namnam politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Namnam prefers to stall for the moment though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Namnam is looking to take a break and control but Reynolds is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Reynolds struggling a bit here.
Reynolds tries to get back to half guard but can't.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curry Namnam dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Reynolds throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Namnam throws a big counter combination but Reynolds scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Namnam avoids the head kick by Reynolds.
Reynolds dives in and grabs Namnam's left leg, looking for a takedown. Namnam pushes down on Reynolds's head and hops out.
Namnam moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Reynolds takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Curry Namnam is winning the standup battle so far.
Reynolds throws a sloppy head kick and Namnam moves out of range easily.
Namnam feints a jab promting Reynolds to slip. Namnam then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Reynolds slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Namnam cracks a nice hook into Reynolds's ribs.
Reynolds walks into a straight right hand from Namnam.#CL2#
Reynolds rushes Namnam and presses him up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Reynolds breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Namnam throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Reynolds stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Namnam, as that shot connected.
Namnam with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Reynolds pushes Namnam away with a front kick.
Nice cross by Namnam.#T1#
Reynolds takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Namnam bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Reynolds's head.
Reynolds tries a head kick but it misses.
Reynolds misses with a head kick.
Reynolds is breathing heavily.
Reynolds tries a head kick but it misses.
A head kick by Reynolds misses
and Namnam counters with a straight right hand.
Namnam stuns Reynolds with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Namnam looks to land a combination. Reynolds sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Namnam throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Namnam is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Reynolds can do to turn this around?
Reynolds takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Curry Namnam is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Namnam connects with a body shot that sends Reynolds's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Reynolds rushes Namnam and presses him up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Reynolds.
Namnam tries to stall but Reynolds uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #TD2#
Reynolds gets control of Namnam's arms and successfully pulls guard. Reynolds will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T2##SUB2#
Reynolds working for a triangle but Namnam defends it easily.
Namnam trying to control the position from guard on top but Reynolds is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Namnam wants to pass the guard but Reynolds is keeping the position.
Reynolds trying to control the position. #T3##SUB2#
Reynolds is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Namnam is aware though and is defending well.
Namnam is fighting to break Reynolds's control of his arms but Reynolds is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Namnam wants to control from the top but Reynolds keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Namnam lands a nice looking body shot. #CL2#
Reynolds closes the distance and clinches.
Namnam taking a breather.
Reynolds tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Reynolds is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Namnam gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T4##TD2#
Reynolds is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Namnam can't fight it off and eventually Reynolds manages to take the fight to the floor. Namnam looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Namnam wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Namnam keeping moving, preventing Reynolds from controlling successfully.
Namnam working a defensive guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curry Namnam dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Reynolds throws a head kick that misses.
Reynolds blocks a jab.
Reynolds wants to clinch up but Namnam keeps it at a distance.
Namnam blocks a head kick by Reynolds.
Namnam stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Namnam wants it to stay on the feet.
Reynolds takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL2#
Namnam tries to keep at a distance but Reynolds has taken the fight into the clinch.
Namnam tries a body shot but Reynolds blocks it.
Namnam misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reynolds is trying to pull guard but Namnam turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Reynolds breaks from the clinch.
Reynolds takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Namnam lands a jab to Reynolds's midsection.#T1#
A head kick misses from Reynolds.
Reynolds takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Reynolds throws a head kick that misses
and Namnam counters with a right hand to the body.
Reynolds darts in looking for a takedown but Namnam gets double underhooks and turns Reynolds into the cage.
Curry Namnam has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jim Reynolds.
Reynolds takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Namnam darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Reynolds tries to move into range but Namnam moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Namnam scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Namnam lands the left hand.
Namnam scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Reynolds misses with a takedown attempt
and Namnam counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Namnam fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Reynolds takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Namnam's jab looks to have found its range, popping Reynolds under the eye.
Namnam cracks a nice hook into Reynolds's ribs.
Namnam throws a combination. Reynolds tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Reynolds shoots in and drives through. Namnam sprawls well.#T2#
Reynolds takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Reynolds throws a head kick but Namnam moves out of range.
Reynolds drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Namnam scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Namnam throws a shot to the body.
Namnam scores with a jab.#CL2#
Reynolds instigates a clinch.
Namnam is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Reynolds misses with a knee to the head.
Namnam trying to control the position but instead, Reynolds has worked for underhooks and has pushed Namnam into the cage.
Reynolds tries a knee to the head but Namnam blocks it. #T3#
Namnam is trying to maintain a safe position but Reynolds gets an underhook and turns Namnam into the cage.
Reynolds has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Namnam being controlled against the cage.
Namnam lands with a light punch inside.
Reynolds keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Namnam's efforts to push away.
Reynolds tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Namnam smiles and moves away.
Curry Namnam is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Namnam slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Namnam connects with a body shot that sends Reynolds's belly button to the back.
Namnam feints a jab promting Reynolds to slip. Namnam then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Reynolds slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
A left and a right from Namnam both land. Nice combination.
Namnam lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Reynolds at a distance.
Namnam misses with a body shot.
Reynolds throws a head kick but Namnam moves out of range.
Namnam scores with a hook.
Reynolds misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Namnam scores with a body shot.
Jim Reynolds has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Reynolds misses with a takedown attempt
and Namnam counters with a right hand to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curry Namnam showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Namnam, 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curry Namnam!

Event: TR21: Friday Night Lights
Date: Feb 18, 2022

#R1##CL#
Alkoun clinches up with Baker and pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Baker fails to land.
Baker working aggressively here.
Baker misses with a body punch.
Alkoun softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Alkoun misses with a short punch on the inside.
Alkoun misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Alkoun lands a hook that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Alkoun fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Alkoun softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Alkoun scores with a shot to the side of Baker's head.
Baker swings wildly with an uppercut but Alkoun uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baker tries to score a body lock takedown but Alkoun shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Alkoun lands a right hand.
Baker can't find room to land a body shot as Alkoun controls the action.
Alkoun scores with a shot to the side of Baker's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baker working aggressively here.
Alkoun lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Baker blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Alkoun lands a left hand.
Alkoun lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
Alkoun lands with a left to the head.
Baker goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Alkoun scores with a nice hook to the head.
Alkoun throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bakers head.
Alkoun lands with a short shot to the head.
Baker tries to throw a body punch but Alkoun avoids it by throwing Baker back against the cage.
Baker misses with a body punch.
Alkoun throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Alkoun misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baker trying to stall but Alkoun improves his position.
Baker has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Alkoun is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Baker misses with a punch on the inside.
Alkoun working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Alkoun as Baker tries to tie him up.
A body shot lands from Alkoun.
A short right from Alkoun on the inside.
Alkoun definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Alkoun lands a left hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baker looking for a takedown.
Adam Alkoun has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Barry Baker.#T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Alkoun.
Baker looks winded!
Alkoun lands a shot to the body.
Baker's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Alkoun scores with a nice hook to the head.
Alkoun scores with a shoulder strike.
Alkoun lands a left hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
A short uppercut from Alkoun.
Alkoun gets through Baker's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Alkoun lands an uppercut.
Alkoun lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Alkoun scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Alkoun lands a left hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Alkoun is working Baker over against the cage.
Alkoun lands with a right to the head.
Alkoun pushes Baker back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Alkoun lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Baker or not.
A nice right hand lands inside from Alkoun.
Alkoun pushes Baker back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Alkoun softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
Alkoun lands a right hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards. #ROC#Baker is rocked!
A shot in the inside from Alkoun.
Baker is still on wobbly legs! Can Alkoun finish him?
A quick uppercut on the inside from Alkoun.
Alkoun lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Alkoun lands a hook to the side of the head.
Alkoun creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Baker with a big uppercut! Baker tries to clinch up but Alkoun pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Baker to the mat! Baker covers up and Alkoun unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Adam Alkoun!

Event: NRC Fight Night 5
Date: Feb 16, 2022

#R1#
Neviim swats away the attempt to clinch by Gomes.
Gomes paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Gomes connects with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Neviim closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Gomes blocking the ground and pound attempt from Neviim.
Gomes has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Neviim is working away from the top position though.
Neviim lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gomes keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neviim working over Gomes with some ground and pound. Gomes looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Neviim is working for a submission of some sort.
Neviim thows a huge punch but Gomes dodges it nicely. #T1#
Gomes is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Neviim scores with a couple of nice shots.
Gomes wants to improve his position but Neviim is controlling well.
Gomes has hold of Neviim's hands but Neviim slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Neviim working Gomes over with strikes.
Neviim slips a nice elbow through Gomes's hands, connecting with Gomes's forehead.
Well, if Neviim is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Gomes's coaches at Besta-Fera Training Center have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Gomes trying to control but Neviim postures up. #T2#
Neviim throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Gomes to regain full guard.
Gomes lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Neviim has control of Gomes's left arm, preventing Gomes from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Neviim is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gomes is aware though and is defending well.
Neviim 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.
Gomes trying to control but Neviim is working from the bottom.
Neviim working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gomes.
Gomes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Neviim has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T3#
Neviim preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Neviim throws a couple of heel strikes.
Neviim not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gomes is working Neviim over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gomes stopping the sweep attempt from Neviim.
Neviim bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gomes's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Gomes has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Neviim doesn't defend quickly enough and Gomes has managed to lock this one up! Can Neviim escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Gomes on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Raphael Gomes!
A victorious Raphael Gomes thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: NRC Fight Night 5
Date: Feb 16, 2022

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Kovolak there.
Nyland has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nyland there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kovolak looks to score with a jab to the body but Nyland is just out of range.
Kovolak thuds a left hand into Nyland's body.
Nyland takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nyland closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kovolak circles away.
Nyland changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kovolak tries to avoid it but Nyland manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kovolak to the ground. Kovolak escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nyland takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nyland throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kovolak counters with a left to the body.
Nyland misses with a takedown attempt
and Kovolak connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've been informed that Kovolak has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ross Nyland. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovolak lands with an uppercut that bounces Nyland off the cage and back into range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nyland with a poor takedown #CL2#
and Kovolak moves into the clinch.
Kovolak lands a shot to the body.
Nyland is breathing heavily.
Kovolak lands a nice shot to the body.
Kovolak taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Kovolak taking a breather.#T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kovolak.
Kovolak lands a nice uppercut.
Kovolak content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kovolak scores with a shot to the side of Nyland's head.
Kovolak lands a body shot.
Kovolak lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nyland backwards.
Kovolak lands a left hand.
Kovolak lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kovolak lands a body shot.
Kovolak lands a shoulder strike.
Kovolak lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nyland backwards.
A shot in the inside from Kovolak.
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!
Kovolak lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nyland backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Kovolak. #T2#
A shot in the inside from Kovolak.
Kovolak lands with a short shot to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kovolak creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kovolak gets through Nyland's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC2#Nyland is rocked!
Kovolak lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nyland backwards.
Oh Nyland is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kovolak displaying some good clinch control by pressing Nyland up against the cage.
Nyland seems to have got his legs back now.
Kovolak pressing his opponent against the cage.
Kovolak continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Kovolak lands a nice shot to the body.
Kovolak is struggling to control the position.
Kovolak lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T3#
A hook to the body from Kovolak.
Kovolak lands a nice shot to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kovolak creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kovolak pressing his opponent against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Kovolak.
Nyland being controlled against the cage.
Kovolak dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Kovolak lands with a left to the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Oleg Kovolak.
Kovolak lands a jab to the nose.#T4#
Kovolak scores with a jab to the body.
Nyland takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kovolak with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nyland doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kovolak counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Danga de danga de dang - Kovolak scores with a four punch combination!
Kovolak dips to his left and cracks Nyland with an uppercut!
Kovolak getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nyland misses with an uppercut #CL2#
and Kovolak counters by moving into the clinch.
Kovolak lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kovolak slows down the pace here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Oleg Kovolak 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#
Kovolak lands with a shot to the body.
Nyland darts in trying to clinch
and Nyland takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kovolak paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nyland looks to land a left hand but Kovolak moved out of range nicely.
Nyland with a poor takedown
and Kovolak counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovolak misses with a series of wild punches.
Kovolak scores with a jab. Nyland acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kovolak has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kovolak. #T1#
Nyland dodges the punch combination from Kovolak.
Oleg Kovolak is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kovolak misses with a wild combination.
Kovolak lands a nice shot to the body.
Kovolak changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nyland misses with a takedown
and Kovolak counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kovolak throws a body shot but no joy.
Kovolak blocks a head kick by Nyland.
Kovolak is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kovolak lands a jab to Nyland's midsection.#CL2#
Kovolak has closed the distance and engaged Nyland in a clinch. #T2#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kovolak creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nyland is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kovolak is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ross Nyland. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovolak lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kovolak pushes Nyland back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kovolak stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A left hand lands to the body for Kovolak.
Kovolak effectively controlling the action here.
Nyland is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kovolak pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kovolak.
Kovolak throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nylands head.
A bit of stalling here from Kovolak.
Kovolak scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Kovolak works on Nyland's body with a couple of short punches.
Nyland working aggressively here.
A short left from Kovolak.
Nyland fails to pull guard.
Kovolak works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kovolak lands with a light punch inside.
Kovolak has Nyland pushed against the cage.
Kovolak lands a right hand.
Kovolak lands a shot to the body.
Kovolak lands with a short shot to the head.
Kovolak lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nyland backwards.
Kovolak lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kovolak manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T4#
Kovolak stalling.
Kovolak lands a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kovolak lands a left hand.
Kovolak holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kovolak digs a right hand into Nyland's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nyland's gas tank.
Kovolak lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kovolak lands a nice uppercut.
Kovolak prevents the takedown attempt.
Kovolak lands a left hand.
Kovolak is struggling to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Oleg Kovolak showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Kovolak lands with a nice combination. Nyland backs away looking to recover.
Kovolak connects with a body shot.
Oleg Kovolak seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kovolak fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kovolak 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.
Nyland wants to clinch
and Kovolak counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kovolak scores with a three punch combo!
Nyland wants to clinch up but Kovolak keeps it at a distance.
Kovolak throws out a counter right but Nyland avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Kovolak fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nyland, pushing him back against the cage.
Nyland is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kovolak is defending well.
Kovolak lands a shoulder strike.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kovolak throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nylands head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nyland misses with a body punch.
Nyland fails to pull the fight into his guard. #T1#
Kovolak digs a right hand into Nyland's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nyland's gas tank.
Nyland wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kovolak - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kovolak lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nyland backwards.
Nyland wants to break the clinch but can't.
A body shot lands from Kovolak.
Kovolak lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kovolak.
Kovolak lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kovolak pushes Nyland against the cage. Kovolak is working some dirty boxing. Kovolak pushes off with a quick right hook! Nyland goes down! Nyland tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Kovolak moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Oleg Kovolak!
After winning the bout, Oleg Kovolak thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: RISE 28: Brand v St Stone
Date: Feb 13, 2022

#R1#
Soares ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Soares checks a leg kick.
Phoenix is looking to land body kicks.
Phoenix lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Soares tries to clinch there but Phoenix circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Soares looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Phoenix throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Soares's waist but Soares gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Phoenix off to one side.
Phoenix definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Phoenix throws out a leg kick but Soares moves out of range and Phoenix only half commits.
Soares slips a jab and a cross from Phoenix.
Soares wants to counter with a clinch but Phoenix pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phoenix throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Soares jumps guard.
Soares keeping moving, preventing Phoenix from controlling successfully. #T1#
Phoenix is really struggling to control Soares but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Phoenix is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Phoenix passes Soares's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Soares looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Phoenix is trying to control the action in half guard but Soares is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Phoenix is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Soares looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Phoenix wants to lay and pray for a moment but Soares keeps working.
Phoenix throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Soares to regain full guard.
Soares keeping moving, preventing Phoenix from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Phoenix lying in Soares's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Soares decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Phoenix taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gabriel Soares!

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