Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: BFC 19 : Dudayev Vs. Rodrigues
Date: Aug 22, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Drake closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Gilchrist quickly recovers to half guard.
Drake controlling the action here.
We've been hearing good reports from Gilchrist'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.
Drake trying to mount his opponent but Gilchrist defends it.
Gilchrist is concentrating on defense, preventing Drake from advancing position.
Drake takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Gilchrist looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Drake not doing much here.
Drake frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Gilchrist throwing hammer fists to the chest of Drake. What's that going to do exactly?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drake controlling his opponent.
Gilchrist swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. #SUB2#
Drake has hold of Gilchrist's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Gilchrist manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Gilchrist is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T1#
Drake controlling his opponent.
Drake looking to control but Gilchrist is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gilchrist is desperately trying to improve his position but Drake has a good base and remains in mount.
Drake trying to control but Gilchrist is having none of it.
Gilchrist tries to lock up and control but Drake gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gilchrist is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB2#
Drake quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Drake but it's paid off an Gilchrist is forced to tap! Nice work by Drake.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jake Drake!
Jake Drake seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Checkmate Championship 6
Date: Aug 08, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Komaroff doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hematopoye cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Bronson Komaroff has been cut.#KD2#
Hematopoye cracks Komaroff with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Komaroff looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Hematopoye finish him? #ROC2#Komaroff is rocked!
OH! Komaroff has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Hematopoye smells blood and charges in for the finish! Hematopoye unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Komaroff sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!

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

Event: BFC Syndicate 3
Date: Aug 08, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
William throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Olstein counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Olstein prevents William from standing back up. #SUB2#
Olstein is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Olstein is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Olstein is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. William doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Olstein.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Olstein is looking for a kimura but William is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Olstein to get the leverage. #T1##SUB2#
Olstein is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so William is just riding it out for now. Olstein eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Olstein is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
William is looking to escape.#SUB2#
Olstein is trying to work for a kimura but William is defending well. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Olstein is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, William has managed to free his arm - good work.
William is trying to stand. #SUB2#
Olstein is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, William has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Olstein is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Olstein is trying for a kimura here. William looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Olstein wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kurt Olstein!
Kurt Olstein decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: BFC Syndicate 3
Date: Aug 08, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It seemed like Waller was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller is having none of it.
Waller scores with a nice strike.
Waller misses with an uppercut.
Waller throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stenburg sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Waller keeps it at a distance.
Stenburg on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Waller lands a head shot.
Stenburg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Stenburg doesn't manage to clinch there - Waller circles away.
Waller throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Stenburg moves into the clinch successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Waller breaks the clinch.
Stenburg tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Waller counters with a straight right hand.
Stenburg definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Stenburg avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Stenburg staying out of range there.
Waller throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Waller misses with a double jab
and Stenburg counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Waller fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stenburg manages to avoid it.
It looked like Stenburg wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Waller keeps the fight on the outside.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller moves out of range.
Waller throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stenburg sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Waller keeps the fight on the outside.
Stenburg tries to clinch up
and Waller counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Waller is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Stenburg tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Waller counters with a right hand to the body.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller moves out of range.
Stenburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
Waller connects with a looping right hand.
Waller throws a looping overhand right but Stenburg ducks down to avoid it.
Stenburg went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Jack Waller is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Waller throws a big shot that misses.
Stenburg tries to clinch up but Waller circles away and keeps his distance.#T2#
Stenburg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Donk. Waller catches Stenburg right on the button with a cross.
Waller's coach down at HARDCORE MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Waller's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Waller swings for the body but Stenburg moves out of range.
Stenburg moves away from the strike by Waller.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Waller swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Waller keeps it at a distance.
Stenburg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Waller manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Stenburg darts in and clinches Waller up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Waller tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Stenburg's elbow.
Stenburg is trying to break free.
Waller lands an uppercut.
Stenburg wants to break free but Waller has control.
Stenburg swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Waller breaks the clinch.
Stenburg defending well as Waller loads up on a big left hand.
A quick step to the side and Stenburg tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Waller listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T3#
Stenburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
Waller looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Waller misses with a body shot.
Waller scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Stenburg doesn't manage to clinch there - Waller circles away.
Stenburg misses with a shot to the body
and Waller counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller is having none of it.
Waller swings for the body but Stenburg moves out of range.
Waller is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Stenburg had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Stenburg tries to move into range but Waller moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Waller swinging wildly here.
A swing and a miss from Waller.
Waller lands with a right hand.
Stenburg slips under a jab.
Waller swats away the attempt to clinch by Stenburg.
Waller is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Stenburg with a body shot.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Waller keeps it at a distance.#T4#
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller moves out of range.
Waller lands a really nice looking cross but Stenburg seems unphased. #CL#
Stenburg moves into the clinch successfully.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Waller lands a hook that snaps the head of Stenburg backwards.
Come on Waller - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Stenburg taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Stenburg is trying to force a seperation but Waller has the dominant position.
Stenburg tries a body shot but Waller blocks it.
A right hook to the body lands for Waller.
Waller goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Waller lands with a light punch inside.
Stenburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Waller digs a right hand into Stenburg's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Stenburg's gas tank.
Waller scores with a shoulder strike.
Waller blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Waller dominated that round.
That's time! Stenburg's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Waller looks to land a right hand but Stenburg moved out of range.
Waller circles away from the clinch attempt.
Waller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stenburg moves away.
Stenburg seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Waller lands with a hook. Stenburg tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Stenburg ducks under a wild hook from Waller.
Waller connects with a single shot there.
Stenburg tries to clinch up but Waller circles away and keeps his distance.
It seemed like Waller was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Stenburg is looking to clinch.
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Stenburg moves out of range as Waller strikes.
Waller swings for the body but Stenburg moves out of range.
As Waller looks to move away, Stenburg throws a big counter combo but Waller just gets out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Waller keeps the fight on the outside.
Waller now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Stenburg takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hale Stenburg is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Stenburg throws a right and a left that Waller avoids nicely.
Waller connects with a good right hand that stumbles Stenburg. Stenburg circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Waller lands the left hand.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Waller 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Waller misses with an uppercut. Stenburg saw that one coming.#T1#
Waller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stenburg has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Waller finds it's way round the side to connect with Stenburg's head.
Stenburg doesn't manage to clinch there - Waller circles away.
Waller circles away from the clinch attempt.
Waller looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Waller circles away from the clinch attempt.
Waller swings for the body but Stenburg moves out of range.
Waller keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Waller avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Waller throws out a counter right but Stenburg avoids it with no problem.
Waller has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stenburg throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Waller's waist but Waller gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Stenburg off to one side.
Waller swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Stenburg tries to clinch up but Waller circles away and keeps his distance.
Waller lands a right hook to the body.
Waller lands a nice hook to Stenburg's body. Stenburg takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Waller circles away from the clinch attempt.
Waller scores with the left hand. Stenburg knows he should have avoided that one.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Waller swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T2#
Stenburg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Waller has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Stenburg ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Stenburg swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Waller keeps the fight on the outside.
Waller lands an overhand right.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stenburg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Waller manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The fighters circle momentarily. Waller darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Waller throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Stenburg stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Stenburg closes the distance but Waller moves to the side
and Waller counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Waller works the jab nicely.
Waller misses with a straight right.
Waller misses with the combination.
Waller throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stenburg sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Stenburg seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Stenburg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Waller manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Stenburg fails to land the takedown.
A shot to the liver by Waller. Beautiful body shot.
Waller throws out a loose jab but Stenburg uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Waller swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Waller swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Stenburg moves in looking to clinch but Waller pushes him off.
The fight stays on the outside here - Stenburg looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A big right from Waller misses.
Waller misses with a lunging right hand
and Stenburg counters with a two punch combo.
Stenburg takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Waller throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Waller paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stenburg is looking to clinch but Waller is avoiding it. #T4#
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Waller keeps it at a distance.
Waller pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Stenburg misses the target.
Stenburg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stenburg doesn't manage to clinch there - Waller circles away.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Waller paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stenburg moves in looking to clinch but Waller pushes him off.
Waller misses with a body shot
and Stenburg counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Waller lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Stenburg circles away quickly and effectively.
Stenburg doesn't manage to clinch there - Waller circles away.
A jab from Waller does it's job there.
Waller lands with a nice combination. Stenburg backs away looking to recover.
The fight stays on the outside here - Stenburg looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Waller looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Stenburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
Stenburg wants to clinch but Waller slips to the side
and Waller counters with a stiff right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Waller showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Stenburg takes one on the button.
Waller misses with a body shot.
It looked like Stenburg wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Waller circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stenburg tries to clinch there but Waller circles away.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Waller keeps it at a distance.
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Stenburg is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Stenburg moves in looking to clinch but Waller pushes him off.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller moves away
and Stenburg takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenburg is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Stenburg looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A little jabbing left from Waller on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Waller swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stenburg slips under a jab.
Stenburg is looking to clinch but Waller is avoiding it.
Waller swats away the attempt to clinch by Stenburg.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Waller paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jack Waller seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Waller connects with a jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Waller darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Waller swats away the attempt to clinch by Stenburg.
Waller scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Waller's jab looks to have found its range, popping Stenburg under the eye.
Waller misses with a hook.
Stenburg avoids the body shot from Waller. #T2#
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Waller swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Waller scores with a three punch combo!
Stenburg avoids the body shot from Waller.
Stenburg swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Stenburg tries to clinch up.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller moves out of range.
Waller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stenburg was well out of range. Poor timing from Waller.
Waller lands a glancing blow to the side of Stenburg's head.
Stenburg throws a right hand that Waller ducks under and follows up with a left that Waller also avoids with ease.
Stenburg is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Waller ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller moves out of range.
Waller missing with a left hand there. Stenburg was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Waller loads up on a big right hand but Stenburg slips the punch.#T3#
A jab from Waller does it's job there.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller moves out of range.
Waller swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Stenburg makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Stenburg takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Waller misses with a straight right.
Stenburg tries to clinch up but Waller circles away and keeps his distance.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Waller! But no joy.
Stenburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Waller swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stenburg tries to clinch there but Waller circles away.
Stenburg takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Stenburg shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Waller pinned against the cage. Waller gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Waller missing with a left hand there. Stenburg was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Stenburg went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Waller cracks Stenburg with a good jab.#T4#
Stenburg avoids the body shot from Waller.
Waller throws a series of punches but Stenburg moves out of range.
Waller with a nice cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Stenburg tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Waller counters with a stiff right hand.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Waller keeps it at a distance.
Waller throws a lazy right hand but Stenburg sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Waller lands a jab to the head.
Stenburg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Decent striking displayed by Waller there.
Waller scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Stenburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
Waller throws a body punch but Stenburg moves out of range.
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Waller looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Stenburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Waller really 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.#R4#
Stenburg moves in looking to clinch but Waller pushes him off.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch but Waller swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Some wild striking there from Waller.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Waller keeps it at a distance.
Waller misses with a wild body shot.
Waller misses with a wild body shot.
Stenburg tries to clinch there but Waller circles away.
Stenburg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Stenburg uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Waller rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Stenburg counters with a nice uppercut.
Stenburg looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch but Waller swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch but Waller swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Waller scores with a jab to the jaw.
Waller missing with a left hand there. Stenburg was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
A big right from Waller misses.
Waller circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stenburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
Waller misses with a body shot.
Stenburg went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Waller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stenburg was well out of range. Poor timing from Waller.
Waller misses with a straight left.
As Waller looks to move away, Stenburg throws a big counter combo but Waller just gets out of the way.
Stenburg tries to clinch there but Waller circles away.
Stenburg moves away from the strike by Waller. #CL#
Stenburg has closed the distance and engaged Waller in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Stenburg fails to land.
Stenburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Waller - that landed with a thud.
Stenburg lands a left hand that snaps the head of Waller backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Waller.
Waller lands a right hand. #T2#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Waller.#BC2#
Waller breaks from the clinch.
Waller lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Waller punishes Stenburg's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Waller circles away from the clinch attempt.
Waller bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Waller getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Stenburg uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Waller.
Stenburg went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Waller misses with a jab, cross combination.
Stenburg is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Waller misses with an uppercut.
Waller fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stenburg manages to avoid it.
Stenburg tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Waller counters with a nice uppercut.
Stenburg tries to move into range but Waller moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Waller misses with an uppercut.
Stenburg moves in looking to clinch but Waller pushes him off.#T3#
Waller circles away from the clinch attempt.
Waller misses with a looping right.
Waller misses with a hook. Stenburg ducked under it nicely.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Waller paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Waller circles away from the clinch attempt
and Waller cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Waller swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jab from Waller.
Stenburg misses with a takedown attempt
and Waller counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Waller escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Waller swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4#
Stenburg ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Waller throws a hook to the side of Stenburg's head but Stenburg sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
As Waller looks to move away, Stenburg throws a big counter combo but Waller just gets out of the way.
Waller misses with a hook. Stenburg ducked under it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Waller misses the target.
Stenburg closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Waller darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Waller paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Waller. Stenburg does a little dance to reset his feet.
Stenburg is looking to clinch but Waller is avoiding it.
A little jabbing left from Waller on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Stenburg walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Waller lands a right hook to the body.
Stenburg closes the distance looking to clinch
and Waller counters with a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Waller dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R5#
Waller ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Stenburg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Waller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Waller scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Stenburg doesn't seem bothered though.
Stenburg wants to clinch.
Stenburg avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice shot lands for Waller.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Waller keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Stenburg moves into the clinch successfully.
Waller prevents a body shot from Stenburg.
Stenburg tries a body shot but Waller blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Stenburg.
Waller working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Waller lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Waller escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Waller swats away the attempt to clinch by Stenburg.
A little jabbing left from Waller on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Waller keeps it at a distance.
Stenburg tries to clinch up
and Waller counters with a straight right hand.
Waller misses with a right hand
and Stenburg counters with a straight right hand.
Waller throws a shot from downtown. Stenburg moves away and avoids it.
Stenburg uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Waller.
Waller lands with a cross.
Waller throws a body shot but no joy.
Waller misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T2#
Stenburg tries to clinch up.
Waller lunges at Stenburg with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Stenburg's hand.
Waller lands with a hook. Stenburg tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A left lands for Waller.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stenburg shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Waller as he jumps to the side.
Stenburg wants to clinch.
Stenburg moves out of range of the strikes.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller is having none of it.
Stenburg misses with the combination.
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Waller throws a jab but it's blocked by Stenburg. #T3#
Waller misses with a looping left.
Stenburg was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Waller swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller moves out of range.
Stenburg walks into a stiff left hand from Waller.
Nice cross by Waller.
Stenburg is looking to clinch.
Waller fails to land with a series of punches.
Waller connects with a body shot.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Waller paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stenburg is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Stenburg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Waller manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Stenburg slips a straight right by Waller.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller is having none of it. #T4#
Waller fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Waller is having none of it.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Waller paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stenburg tries to clinch up but Waller circles away and keeps his distance.
Waller swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jack Waller is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Waller throws a shot to the body.
Stenburg is looking to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Waller! But no joy.
Hale Stenburg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Waller lands a nice shot that snaps Stenburg's head back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stenburg throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Stenburg steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Waller.
Stenburg swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Waller counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Waller connects with a body shot.
Stenburg swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Stenburg connects with a nice looking jab.
Waller fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Waller comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Waller 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 44:50
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 44:50
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 44:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Waller!
Jack Waller is the new bantamweight champion!
Jack Waller managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Savage Fightwear, into his post fight interview.

Event: BFC HARDCORE 3
Date: Jul 24, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gilchrist fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Gilchrist tries to clinch up
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec leaves Gilchrist with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gilchrist misses with a takedown attempt - Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Gilchrist avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sonny Gilchrist. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gilchrist closes the distance and clinches up with Itzpapalotltotec, looking for a takedown. Gilchrist pushes Itzpapalotltotec against the cage but Itzpapalotltotec circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sonny Gilchrist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1##TD#
Itzpapalotltotec gets caught napping as Gilchrist dives in and scores a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec manages to retain guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is controlling Gilchrist's posture.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec working for a triangle but Gilchrist defends it easily.
Our spies down at at ZuccoTraining Ground inform us that Itzpapalotltotec has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Gilchrist stops Itzpapalotltotec from standing up.
Gilchrist content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Itzpapalotltotec seems keen to control Gilchrist's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gilchrist missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gilchrist can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Itzpapalotltotec is on top in guard. #REVB##T2##SUB#
Gilchrist looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Itzpapalotltotec is defending well. Gilchrist quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Itzpapalotltotec has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Gilchrist celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sonny Gilchrist!
Sonny Gilchrist really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Core Combat logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Checkmate Championship 2
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice cross by Komaroff.
We've been hearing reports that Plugger has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Komaroff is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#TD#
Plugger darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Komaroff looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB2#
Komaroff actively working from the bottom here.
Komaroff wants to control the action here but instead Plugger manages to pass to full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Plugger can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Komaroff is looking to escape. #SUB#
Plugger working for a submission but Komaroff is keeping him at bay. #T1#
Komaroff is trying to stand.#SUB#
Plugger working for a submission but Komaroff is keeping him at bay.
Komaroff is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Plugger wants to control the pace but Komaroff is squirming around nicely.
Plugger won't let Komaroff get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #T2#
Plugger is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Komaroff can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Plugger looking to control but Komaroff is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Komaroff's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Plugger is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Komaroff is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Komaroff flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Plugger anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Komaroff and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Plugger slips an arm under Komaroff chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Plugger has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Plugger is squeezing on Komaroff like an anaconda would it's prey. Komaroff fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Pull Plugger!

Event: BFC FIGHT NIGHT 3
Date: Jul 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Vergys gets tackled into the cage by Stenburg. Stenburg maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Stenburg breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Stenburg has Vergys up against the cage in a clinch.
Vergys is trying to pull guard but Stenburg has him pressed against the cage.
Vergys is looking to take this one to the mat.
Stenburg lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Stenburg's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Stenburg forces Vergys back against the cage and clinches.
Stenburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
Vergys has Stenburg pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Stenburg manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackie Vergys. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stenburg avoiding damage.
Vergys goes for a takedown attempt but Stenburg pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Hale Stenburg seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Stenburg moves into the clinch.
Stenburg lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Stenburg lands with a short shot to the head. #T1##BC2#
Stenburg's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Stenburg closes the distance and pushes Vergys back into the cage.
Stenburg digs a right hand into Vergys's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Vergys's gas tank.
Vergys has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Stenburg avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Stenburg. #BC2#
Stenburg breaks the clinch. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vergys tries to score a body lock takedown but Stenburg shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vergys looking for a takedown. #BC2#
Stenburg breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Stenburg closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Vergys creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Stenburg lands an uppercut.
Stenburg lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vergys wants to take the fight to the mat but Stenburg manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Stenburg as the two fighters clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Vergys is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Stenburg can't fight it off and eventually Vergys manages to take the fight to the floor. Stenburg looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Vergys is breathing heavily.#T2#
Stenburg wants to stand up but Vergys is controlling him.
Vergys loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've been hearing that Vergys has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Stenburg wants to stand up but Vergys is controlling him.
Vergys throws an elbow that misses. Stenburg uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Vergys's guard. Nice move by Stenburg!#REVB##SU2#
Stenburg gets to his feet - Vergys follows without any prompting. #CL2#
Stenburg instigates a clinch.
Stenburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Stenburg.#T3#
Stenburg pushes Vergys back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Stenburg is pressed up against the cage. Vergys has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Stenburg down to the mat. Stenburg avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Stenburg has Vergys up against the cage in a clinch.
Vergys changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Stenburg fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Stenburg moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Stenburg breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Stenburg has closed the distance and engaged Vergys in a clinch.
Stenburg works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Stenburg is leaning against Vergys and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2#
Stenburg escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Stenburg moves into the clinch successfully.
A left hand lands to the body for Stenburg. #T4##BC2#
Stenburg manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Stenburg has managed to clinch.
Stenburg lands a hook that snaps the head of Vergys backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stenburg digs a right hand underneath Vergys's ribcage. Vergys let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Stenburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vergys backwards.
A hook to the body from Stenburg.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Stenburg.
Stenburg is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Vergys is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Stenburg to keep the fight standing.
Vergys drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Stenburg lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Stenburg manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Stenburg closes the distance and clinches.
A short right from Stenburg.
A short body shot lands from Stenburg as the two fighters clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hale Stenburg dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Stenburg moves into the clinch.
Stenburg lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Stenburg. #BC2#
Stenburg's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Stenburg instigates a clinch.
Vergys has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Stenburg avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vergys is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vergys is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackie Vergys. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short body shot lands from Stenburg as the two fighters clinch. #BC2#
Stenburg escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Stenburg has taken the fight to the clinch.
Vergys tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vergys backwards.
Stenburg lands with a light punch inside.
Stenburg pushes Vergys back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stenburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vergys tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Stenburg stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T1#
Vergys can't get the takedown. #BC2#
Stenburg manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Stenburg rushes Vergys and presses him up against the cage.
Stenburg effectively controlling the action here.
Stenburg lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Stenburg escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Stenburg has managed to clinch.
Stenburg pushes Vergys back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Vergys is looking for a takedown.
Vergys tries to stall but Stenburg uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Stenburg lands a left hand. #BC2#
Stenburg escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Stenburg moves into the clinch.
Vergys changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Stenburg fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Stenburg has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Stenburg has Vergys up against the cage in a clinch. #T2#
Stenburg lands with a right to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stenburg lands with a short shot to the head.
Stenburg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vergys changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Stenburg fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Stenburg closes the distance and pushes Vergys back into the cage.#BC2#
Stenburg breaks from the clinch.
Stenburg wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL2#
Stenburg has taken the fight to the clinch.
Stenburg presses Vergys against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Stenburg scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Good body shot from Stenburg.
Stenburg lands a left hand that snaps the head of Vergys backwards.
Stenburg lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#Vergys is rocked!
A shot in the inside from Stenburg.
Oh Vergys is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Stenburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
Stenburg is working Vergys over against the cage.
Hale Stenburg seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Stenburg lands a body punch in the clinch. #KD2#
Stenburg drops Vergys onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Vergys is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The referee calls for Stenburg to work.
Vergys drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Stenburg gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Stenburg pushes Vergys back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #TD2#
Stenburg gets control of Vergys's arms and successfully pulls guard. Stenburg will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Vergys trying to control but Stenburg is working from the bottom. #ES2#
Stenburg is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Vergys seems to have got his legs back now.#T4#
Stenburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Stenburg gets underhooks to prevent Vergys's takedown attempt.
Stenburg working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Stenburg will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Vergys up against the cage.
Stenburg pushes Vergys back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Stenburg.
Stenburg lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Stenburg scores with a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Stenburg jumps guard.
Stenburg is looking to stand up but Vergys isn't so interested in that idea.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#ES2#
Stenburg manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Stenburg pushes Vergys back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Stenburg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hale Stenburg showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3##CL2#
Vergys tries to keep at a distance but Stenburg has taken the fight into the clinch.
Stenburg lands a right hand.
Stenburg lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Vergys wants to take the fight to the mat but Stenburg manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vergys tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vergys looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackie Vergys. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vergys's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Stenburg gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vergys.
Stenburg scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Stenburg breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Stenburg has managed to clinch. #T1#
Stenburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vergys backwards.
Vergys has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Stenburg avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Stenburg cracks Vergys with a nice body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Stenburg.
Stenburg pushes Vergys back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A left hand lands to the body for Stenburg.
Vergys is working for takedown but Stenburg is calmly controlling the position for now.
Stenburg gets through Vergys's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Stenburg makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vergys tries for a takedown but Stenburg manages to get underhooks.
A hook to the body from Stenburg.
Stenburg lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Stenburg throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vergyss head.
Stenburg dips a shoulder and cracks Vergys with a mighty uppercut! Vergys falls back against the cage and Stenburg unloads with a barrage of strikes! Vergys 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 - Stenburg screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hale Stenburg!
Hale Stenburg is the new bantamweight champion!
Hale Stenburg gave a mention to Core Combat in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: BFC 11: Hammer Vs. Payakaroon
Date: Jun 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
William lands with a kick to the temple. Picogram shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#It looks like Hydrogen Picogram has been cut.
Picogram throws a right and a left that both miss.
Picogram swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
William throws a head kick that misses.
Picogram digs a good hook to William's body.
Picogram fails to land the takedown.
Picogram tries to clinch but fails miserably
and William counters with a series of strikes. Picogram will be more careful next time no doubt.
Picogram lands a nice shot that snaps William's head back.
William leaves Picogram with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Some wild striking there from William.
William checks the leg kick nicely there.
Picogram fails to land the takedown.
Kelly William has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hydrogen Picogram.#T1#
Picogram fails with a takedown attempt.
William tries to counter with a takedown but Picogram is quick to defend against it.
Picogram shoots in for a takedown but William shows good takedown defense.
Picogram shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has William pinned against the cage. William gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Picogram takes a head kick and keeps coming.
William needs to keep his hands up - Picogram had a free shot at his head there.
William lands with a thumping leg kick.
Picogram with a poor takedown #KD#
and William counters with a head kick that drops Picogram to the mat! Picogram scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#Picogram is rocked!
William lands a monster head kick that reverborates around the arena! The crowd goes wild as Picogram crumples to the floor! William milks the crowd's applause and if that isn't knockout of the night, I will be very surprised!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Kelly William!
Kelly William 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: BFC 11: Hammer Vs. Payakaroon
Date: Jun 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gilchrist shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Henry sprawls well. Henry wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gilchrist gets slowly back to his feet.
Henry swings for the body but Gilchrist moves out of range.
Henry lands a head shot.
Gilchrist uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Henry.
Gilchrist half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Gilchrist decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gilchrist is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Henry is just riding it out for now. Gilchrist eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Gilchrist wants to work for an arm triangle but Henry is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've been hearing good reports from Gilchrist'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.
Henry is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Henry is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Gilchrist passes to side control. #SUB#
Gilchrist is working to tighten his grip on Henry's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Henry has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Gilchrist is really squeezing tight and eventually Henry passes out! Gilchrist breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sonny Gilchrist!
After the big win, Sonny Gilchrist made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Core Combat and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
John Henry spoke after the fight, saying 'Hang down your head John Henry'.

Event: BFC BLOODBATH 1
Date: Jun 19, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Royce cracks Luger with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CUT2#It looks like Lug Luger has been cut.
A decent looking cross lands there for Royce.
Luger looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Royce tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Luger was well out of range. Poor timing from Royce.
Luger tries to counter with a takedown but Royce is quick to defend against it.
Luger walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#KD2#
Royce catches Luger napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Luger to the canvas! #ROC2#Luger is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Luger looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Oh Luger is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Luger will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Luger wants to control the position but Royce says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Luger seems to have got his legs back now.
Luger is looking to control Royce's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Luger avoid being mounted?
Luger flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Luger punching from the bottom.
Royce wants to stand up but Luger is controlling the position. #T1#
Royce blocks the strikes from Luger.
Royce seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up. #SUB#
Luger looking for submissions off his back.
Luger missing with punches from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Luger tries to roll over but Royce keeps him under control.
Luger throws a strike from the bottom but Royce passes into side control! #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Luger misses with an elbow from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Luger's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Luger is trying to work for a sweep but Royce has mounted him!
Luger is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.#SU2#
Royce stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Royce scores with a jab to the body.
Luger takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Royce works over Luger's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT2#Lug Luger's cut is getting worse.#KD2#
A jab-cross combination lands for Royce and sends Luger crashing to the mat! Royce follows him down to the mat - Luger regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC2#Luger is rocked!
Luger is breathing heavily.#T3#
Luger flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Luger 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.
Luger flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Luger on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Luger tries to get out of the position.#SUB#
Luger is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Royce pulls his head out easily. #SU2#
Royce decides to stand and escape the position.
Royce ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Luger's jaw. Luger's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Royce does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jason Royce!

Event: BFC 10: Cole Vs. Canoe
Date: Jun 13, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Liszorr swats away the attempt to clinch by Stenburg.
Liszorr throws the left hand but Stenburg avoids the punch easily.
Stenburg moves in looking to clinch but Liszorr pushes him off.#CL2#
Stenburg forces Liszorr back against the cage and clinches.
Stenburg pushes Liszorr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Liszorr wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Liszorr has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Stenburg lands a shoulder strike.
Liszorr is trying to break the clinch but Stenburg has him pressed against the cage.
Liszorr wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Liszorr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Liszorr moves out of range.
Liszorr ducks right into an uppercut from Stenburg.
Stenburg tries to clinch up.
Stenburg is looking to clinch but Liszorr is avoiding it. #T1##TD2#
Stenburg gets the takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stenburg tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Liszorr struggling a bit here.#SU2#
Stenburg decides to stand back up.
Stenburg tries to clinch there but Liszorr circles away.
Liszorr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch but Liszorr swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
Stenburg shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Liszorr is trying to defend but Stenburg finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Stenburg is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Liszorr trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
Stenburg looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Liszorr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Liszorr tries to roll over but Stenburg keeps him under control.
Stenburg content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Liszorr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stenburg pulls his head out easily.
Liszorr holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB#
Liszorr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stenburg pulls his head out easily.
Stenburg tries to stand but can't do so whilst Liszorr controls his leg. #T3##SUB#
Liszorr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stenburg really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Liszorr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Liszorr actively working from the bottom here.
Liszorr is trying to get back to full guard.
Liszorr is trying to maintain the position but Stenburg is very close to passing his half guard.
Stenburg wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Liszorr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Stenburg wants to stand but Liszorr has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Stenburg missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Liszorr tries to roll over but Stenburg keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Liszorr is trying to maintain the position but Stenburg is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Liszorr actively working from the bottom here.
Liszorr is staying active underneath Stenburg, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SU2#
Stenburg decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #CL2#
Stenburg forces Liszorr back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Liszorr has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Stenburg is trying to keep an underhook but Liszorr manages to get the takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Stenburg has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Liszorr is on him like a limpet, forcing Stenburg back against the cage.
Stenburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hale Stenburg dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Stenburg tries to clinch up but Liszorr circles away and keeps his distance.#TD#
Liszorr feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB#
Liszorr drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Stenburg manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Liszorr has Stenburg in his guard.#REVB#
Stenburg tries to stand but Liszorr is controlling from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Liszorr has his foot on Stenburg's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Stenburg works his way back into a safe position though.
Hale Stenburg has got the better of the ground game so far.
Liszorr wants to sweep but no luck.
Stenburg wants to stand and escape but instead Liszorr has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Stenburg has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#ES2#
Stenburg has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Liszorr has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T1#
A hook to the body from Stenburg.
Liszorr takes an elbow to the forehead.
Nice body punch from Stenburg - that landed with a thud.
A nice right hand lands inside from Stenburg.
Stenburg lands a shot to the body.
Liszorr is looking for a takedown.
A nice left hand lands by Stenburg.
Stenburg goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Liszorr is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Liszorr tries to pull guard but Stenburg forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Stenburg.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Stenburg.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A right hand to the body from Stenburg.
Stenburg is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T2#
Stenburg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Stenburg lands a right hand. #BC2#
Stenburg manages to break the clinch.
Liszorr circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Liszorr moves out of range.
Liszorr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Liszorr circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stenburg ducks under a wild hook from Liszorr.
Stenburg doesn't manage to clinch there - Liszorr circles away.
Liszorr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Stenburg is looking to clinch but Liszorr is avoiding it.
Liszorr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Liszorr swats away the attempt to clinch by Stenburg.#T3#
Stenburg closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Liszorr counters with a single leg into guard. Stenburg didn't expect that.
Stenburg controls Liszorr momentarily but Liszorr frees himself.
Liszorr controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Stenburg is looking to stand up but Liszorr isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB#
Liszorr drops back, looking for a kneebar! Stenburg looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Stenburg looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Stenburg! #REVB##T4##SU2#
Stenburg decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Stenburg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Liszorr throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Liszorr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Liszorr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Stenburg shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Stenburg was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Liszorr is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Stenburg stands up and we're back to a striking position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Liszorr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stenburg ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Stenburg is looking to clinch but Liszorr is avoiding it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hale Stenburg showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Liszorr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Stenburg wants to clinch.
Stenburg doesn't manage to clinch there - Liszorr circles away.
Liszorr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Stenburg sprawls and moves away.
Hale Stenburg seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Liszorr circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stenburg tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
and Liszorr counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #ES2#
Stenburg has one foot on Liszorr's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Stenburg is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Liszorr feinted with a counter takedown.
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Liszorr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Liszorr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Liszorr paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1#
Liszorr circles away from the clinch attempt.
Liszorr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Stenburg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Liszorr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Stenburg wants to clinch.#CL2#
Stenburg clinches with his opponent.
Liszorr tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Stenburg smiles and moves away.
Stenburg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Stenburg tries to clinch up but Liszorr circles away and keeps his distance.
Stenburg darts in trying to clinch#TD#
and Liszorr counters with a takedown into side control. #T2##SUB#
Liszorr is trying to get an arm triangle but Stenburg is defending well.
Stenburg is trying to control Liszorr's posture but Liszorr avoids it. #T3#
Liszorr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stenburg keeps working. #SUB#
Liszorr tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Liszorr looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Mosqaine Liszorr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Liszorr is trying to get an arm triangle but Stenburg is defending well. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Liszorr is trying to get an arm triangle but Stenburg is defending well. #SUB#
Liszorr tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Liszorr has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Stenburg wants to control but Liszorr postures up.
Hale Stenburg is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stenburg is trying to get back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mosqaine Liszorr showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Stenburg 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 28:29
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hale Stenburg!
Hale Stenburg gave a mention to Core Combat in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: Checkmate Hunting Gold RD#1
Date: May 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Beach Boy forces Komaroff back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Beach Boy gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Beach Boy working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Komaroff is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Beach Boy pulls his head out easily.
Komaroff is looking to improve his position.
Beach Boy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Komaroff with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Komaroff is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Beach Boy scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB2#
Komaroff actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Beach Boy working Komaroff over with strikes.
Beach Boy drops an elbow to the side of Komaroff's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Beach Boy has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Beach Boy trying to control but Komaroff is having none of it.
Komaroff is trying to escape the mount. #T1#
Beach Boy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Komaroff is looking to escape.
Beach Boy with a couple of short strikes.#ROC#Komaroff is rocked!
Komaroff tries to hold on but Beach Boy pushes him away.
Komaroff is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Beach Boy postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Komaroff badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Beach Boy around the waist but Beach Boy pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Beach Boy is the winner by TKO! Beach Boy jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anderson Beach Boy!
In his post fight interview, Anderson Beach Boy started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: HFC 19 - Qanar vs Vanorden
Date: May 16, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gilchrist shoots in for a takedown but Shigochiyo shows good takedown defense.
Gilchrist shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Shigochiyo but Shigochiyo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Gilchrist dives in for a single leg takedown but Shigochiyo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Teshima Shigochiyo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sonny Gilchrist.
Shigochiyo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gilchrist is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Shigochiyo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gilchrist's guard.
Shigochiyo wants to control from the top but Gilchrist keeps moving.

Gilchrist has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Shigochiyo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Gilchrist looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Shigochiyo passes into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gilchrist looks to move to half guard but instead Shigochiyo has passed into mount! Damn!
Gilchrist is trying desperately to improve position.
Gilchrist regains half guard.

Shigochiyo is trying to work for a kimura but Gilchrist is defending well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Shigochiyo seems to be looking for submissions.

Gilchrist is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shigochiyo pulls his head out easily.
Gilchrist trying to control but Shigochiyo postures up.
Shigochiyo passes into side control, despite Gilchrist's attempt to control the position.
Gilchrist tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Shigochiyo is looking to take a break and control but Gilchrist is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gilchrist seems a little lost for a moment, as Shigochiyo dominates the positioning.
Gilchrist manages to get back to half guard.

Gilchrist looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Shigochiyo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gilchrist has managed to free his arm - good work.

Shigochiyo seems to be working for a kimura but Gilchrist defends the submission attempt.
Gilchrist is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
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.

Gilchrist looking for submissions off his back.
Shigochiyo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gilchrist keeps working.

Gilchrist looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Shigochiyo pushes past his half guard into mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shigochiyo avoids the attempt from Gilchrist to control.
Gilchrist has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.

Shigochiyo swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Gilchrist is now in Shigochiyo's guard. A big mistake from Shigochiyo there, giving up the dominant position!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Teshima Shigochiyo 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.

Shigochiyo shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Gilchrist wants to get back to full guard.
Shigochiyo wants to free his trapped foot but Gilchrist is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gilchrist wants to control but Shigochiyo passes into side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gilchrist looks to move to half guard but instead Shigochiyo has passed into mount! Damn!
Gilchrist working to try and regain half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Shigochiyo is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Gilchrist has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Shigochiyo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gilchrist can do to turn this around?
Gilchrist is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gilchrist is still trying to improve position.
Gilchrist tries to hold on but Shigochiyo pushes him away.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shigochiyo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gilchrist is looking to escape.
Gilchrist tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Teshima Shigochiyo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shigochiyo looking to control but Gilchrist is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gilchrist sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.

Shigochiyo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gilchrist has managed to free his arm - good work.
Shigochiyo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gilchrist does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Shigochiyo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gilchrist is pressing down on Shigochiyo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

Gilchrist has an active guard here but Shigochiyo has managed to pass into half guard.
Gilchrist wants to control but Shigochiyo passes into side.
Gilchrist tries to improve position but can't.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gilchrist manages to get back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Shigochiyo seems content to control.

Shigochiyo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gilchrist is just riding it out for now. Shigochiyo eventually gives up the hold.

Shigochiyo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.

Gilchrist looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Teshima Shigochiyo dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!

A momentary lapse in concentration from Gilchrist enables Shigochiyo to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Gilchrist manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Gilchrist working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shigochiyo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shigochiyo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

Gilchrist is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Shigochiyo drops back looking for a leg! Gilchrist is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gilchrist manages to kick Shigochiyo off! Shigochiyo jumps back into Gilchrist's guard.
Gilchrist wants to control but Shigochiyo passes easily into half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Gilchrist looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

Gilchrist actively working from the bottom here.
Gilchrist takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Shigochiyo is looking to take a break and control but Gilchrist is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

Gilchrist actively working from the bottom here.

Shigochiyo seems to be looking for submissions.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gilchrist wants to get back to full guard.

Gilchrist looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Shigochiyo pushes past his half guard into mount!
Gilchrist is squirming around, avoiding Shigochiyo's attempts to control the action.
Shigochiyo controlling from mount.
Gilchrist keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.

Shigochiyo is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Gilchrist to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Gilchrist shrugs it off.
Gilchrist regains half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Shigochiyo is looking for a kimura here.

Gilchrist looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

Gilchrist is defending against the submission attempts here by Shigochiyo.

Shigochiyo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gilchrist doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Shigochiyo.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.

Shigochiyo is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Shigochiyo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gilchrist defends it well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Teshima Shigochiyo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Shigochiyo 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Teshima Shigochiyo!
Teshima Shigochiyo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: HFC 18 - Rodrigues x Slingin
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1##CL2#
Stenburg has closed the distance and engaged Bisping in a clinch.
Stenburg is leaning against Bisping and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Stenburg works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Stenburg displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bisping up against the cage.
Stenburg lands a left hand. #BC#
Bisping breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bisping slips a jab and a cross from Stenburg.
Stenburg 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.#CL2#
Bisping gets tackled into the cage by Stenburg. Stenburg maintains the clinch.
Bisping prevents a body shot from Stenburg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenburg controlling the action here for a moment.
Stenburg tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bisping just stands there and leans against the cage.
Stenburg is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bisping to keep the fight standing.#T1#
Stenburg avoiding damage. #TD2#
Stenburg pulls guard. #SU#
Bisping stands up and waves to Stenburg to follow him.
Stenburg showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bisping.
Stenburg takes one on the button.#CL#
Bisping closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A body shot lands from Stenburg.
Stenburg misses with a punch to the body.
Bisping looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Stenburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Bisping uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bisping tries to break the clinch but Stenburg is controlling the position. #T2#
Stenburg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bisping backwards.
Bisping is trying to break the clinch but Stenburg has him pressed against the cage.
Stenburg avoiding damage.
Stenburg slowing the pace effectively.
Stenburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bisping backwards.
Stenburg lands a shoulder strike.
Bisping tries to break free but Stenburg pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Stenburg pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Stenburg gets a clinch.
Stenburg scores with a shot to the side of Bisping's head.
Stenburg tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Chael Bisping has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hale Stenburg.#BC2#
Stenburg's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3##CL2#
Stenburg takes the fight into the clinch.
Bisping wants to break the clinch but can't.
Stenburg jumps guard but Bisping stands there with Stenburg around his waist. Stenburg gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC2#
Stenburg's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bisping throws a right and a left that both miss.
Stenburg walks into a left hand.
Bisping swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stenburg lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Stenburg blocks a leg kick.#CL2#
Stenburg takes the fight into the clinch.
Stenburg slowing the pace effectively.
Stenburg fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Stenburg is leaning against Bisping and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T4#
Bisping tries to break free but Stenburg pushes him back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Stenburg.
Bisping tries to break free but Stenburg pushes him back against the cage.
Bisping is trying to force a seperation but Stenburg has the dominant position.
Bisping is trying to break free.
Stenburg lands with a left to the head.
Stenburg tries to work over Bisping's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Stenburg'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.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Stenburg.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stenburg scores with a shot to the side of Bisping's head.
Stenburg is working Bisping over against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hale Stenburg 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##CL2#
Stenburg has managed to clinch.
Stenburg is pushing Bisping up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Stenburg has Bisping pushed against the cage.
Stenburg throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bisping is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Hale Stenburg seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Stenburg dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Stenburg scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stenburg has Bisping pressed against the cage, preventing Bisping from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Stenburg manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Stenburg dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T1#
Bisping tries to break the clinch but Stenburg is controlling the position.
Stenburg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bisping backwards.
Stenburg tries a body shot but Bisping blocks it.
Stenburg tries to pull guard but Bisping won't allow it.
Stenburg fails to pull guard.
Stenburg effectively controlling the action here.
Stenburg is trying to pull guard but Bisping turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Chael Bisping has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hale Stenburg.
Bisping looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Stenburg breaks the clinch.
Stenburg is looking to clinch but Bisping is avoiding it. #T2#
Bisping takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Stenburg fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bisping manages to avoid it.
Bisping misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bisping wants to clinch up but Stenburg keeps it at a distance.
Stenburg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bisping is trying hard to land a takedown here. Stenburg sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Stenburg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stenburg is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Stenburg closes the distance and pushes Bisping back into the cage.
Stenburg lands a right hand.
Stenburg presses Bisping against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Stenburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Stenburg lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Stenburg jumps guard and drags Bisping to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SU#
Bisping stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T3#
No luck for Bisping with that takedown attempt.
Stenburg tries to clinch there but Bisping circles away. #CL2#
Stenburg darts in and clinches Bisping up against the cage.
Bisping has had enough of the clinch but Stenburg keeps him there for the moment.
A bit of stalling here from Stenburg.
A short right from Stenburg on the inside.
Stenburg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Stenburg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Stenburg pulls Bisping into guard. #ES2#
Stenburg wriggles free and stands up.
Bisping will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T4##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Stenburg jumps into guard, dragging Bisping to the mat. #SU#
Bisping stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Hale Stenburg is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stenburg keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A nice combination there by Bisping.
Stenburg lands a nice looking body shot.
Bisping throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stenburg sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A shot to the liver by Bisping. Beautiful body shot.
Stenburg tries to clinch up but Bisping circles away and keeps his distance.
Stenburg throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bisping.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hale Stenburg 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! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
A punch combination from Stenburg misses.
Bisping scores with a one two! Stenburg had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT#
It looks like Hale Stenburg has been cut.
Stenburg swings for the body but Bisping moves out of range.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Bisping keeps it at a distance.
Stenburg leaves Bisping with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bisping sets himself, and Stenburg steps forward looking for the clinch! Bisping avoids it this time.
Bisping tries to bum rush Stenburg with a series of wild strikes but Stenburg uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bisping shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Stenburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bisping throws a jab but it's blocked by Stenburg.
Bisping closes the distance and clinches up with Stenburg, looking for a takedown. Bisping pushes Stenburg against the cage but Stenburg circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bisping. Stenburg does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bisping connects with a right hand. Stenburg shakes it off.
Bisping keeps the fight on the outside.
Bisping throws out a loose jab but Stenburg uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stenburg tries to bum rush Bisping with a series of wild strikes but Bisping uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1#
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch but Bisping swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Danga de danga de dang - Bisping scores with a four punch combination!
Chael Bisping is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Stenburg moves into the clinch.
Stenburg lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Stenburg's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bisping lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Stenburg circles away quickly and effectively.
Bisping is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#CL2#
Stenburg clinches up against the cage.
Stenburg lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Stenburg lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Stenburg manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Chael Bisping has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bisping is trying to break the clinch but Stenburg is controlling him.
Bisping is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Stenburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stenburg leaning against his opponent.
Stenburg tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Good body shot from Stenburg.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Stenburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Bisping uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stenburg lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bisping or not. #T3#
Stenburg lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Chael Bisping has been cut.
Stenburg throws a punch but it's blocked by Bisping.
Stenburg has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stenburg keeps control of Bisping as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Stenburg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A frustrated look appears on Bisping's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bisping is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bisping wants to get back to striking at distance but Stenburg won't allow it.
Stenburg keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bisping's efforts to push away.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Stenburg keeps control of Bisping as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T4##BC2#
Stenburg breaks from the clinch.
Stenburg throws a series of punches but Bisping avoids them all with ease.
Stenburg tries to clinch there but Bisping circles away.
Bisping misses the shot to the body.
Bisping throws a big shot that misses.
Bisping tries to close the distance and clinch up but Stenburg swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hale Stenburg is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bisping paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bisping swings widly with a right hand
and Stenburg counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL2#
Stenburg has taken the fight to the clinch.
Stenburg has Bisping pushed against the cage.#TD2#
Stenburg jumps guard and drags Bisping to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Bisping in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hale Stenburg!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Hale Stenburg made sure he mentioned Core Combat, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: HFC Bloodbath 1
Date: May 02, 2020

#R1##CL2#
William moves into the clinch.#BC2#
William breaks from the clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jones is defended easily by William.
William is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jones is looking to clinch.
William looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jones shoots in and drives through. William sprawls well.#CL2#
William pushes Jones up against the cage in a clinch.
William tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jones's elbow.
Jones tries to pull guard but William forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Camron Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones working aggressively here.
Jones is trying to pull guard but William has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
William breaks from the clinch.
Jones looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T1##CL2#
William fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jones, pushing him back against the cage.
Jones prevents a body shot from William.
William slowing the pace effectively.
Jones is trying to pull guard but William turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Jones fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Jones is trying to push William away but William has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
William misses with a body punch.
William throws an elbow that misses.
William landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
William misses with an elbow strike.
William lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Camron Jones has been cut.
William holding his opponent close, against the cage. #BC2#
William manages to break the clinch. #T2#
Jones throws a sloppy head kick and William moves out of range easily.
Jones throws the kick towards the body but William avoids it.#CL2#
William closes the distance and pushes Jones back into the cage.
Jones jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as William walks away with a smile on his face. Jones gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD2#
William shoots in and gets a takedown into Jones's guard.#ES#
Jones has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. William is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
William tries to throw a body punch but Jones avoids it by throwing William back against the cage.
Jones is trying to push William away but William has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Jones wants to take the fight to the mat but William manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Jones tries to score a body lock takedown but William shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
William escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Jones takes an elbow to the forehead. #T3#
Jones misses with a body punch.
William lands an elbow that stopped Jones in his tracks for a moment. #BC2#
William manages to break the clinch.
William shoots for a takedown but Jones saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
William blocks a head kick by Jones.
Jones closes the distance but William moves to the side
and William counters with a one-two to the body. #CL2#
William has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD#
Jones pulls guard.
William not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4#
Jones looking to hit a scissor sweep but William is one step ahead there. #SU2#
William stands and steps away. Jones gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kelly William dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Camron Jones's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Jones tries to clinch up but William circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Jones tries to keep at a distance but William has taken the fight into the clinch.
William tries to throw a body punch but Jones avoids it by throwing William back against the cage.
Jones goes for a takedown in the clinch but William prevents it.
Jones takes an elbow to the temple.
William has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
William misses with an elbow over the top.
A short right from Jones on the inside.
William wants to take the fight to the mat but Jones manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
William goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Jones breaks the clinch.
Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
As Jones backs off William throws a huge counter combo but Jones manages to avoid it all.#CL2#
William clinches up with Jones and pushes him back against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T1#
William lands an elbow inside that Jones shrugs off.
William lands a left hand.
Jones is trying to pull guard but William turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Jones with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Kelly William has been cut.
A knee to the head by William.
William tries a body shot but Jones blocks it. #TD2#
William pulls guard effortlessly.
Jones preventing the sweep.
Jones trying to control but William is working from the bottom.
Jones prevents William from getting back to his feet.
Jones stays in close to William's body and controls the position. #T2#
William wants to stand up but Jones is controlling him.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
William pulls Jones in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jones lands with a shot to the body.
Jones shoots for a double leg takedown but William sprawls well. He's pushed Jones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jones moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromWilliam.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Camron Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Jones closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into William's guard.#ES2#
William is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Jones presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T3#
Jones looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
William breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jones lands a two punch combo.
Jones misses with a takedown attempt - William sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jones fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jones shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as William sprawls well. William wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jones gets slowly back to his feet.
William is looking for the big counter here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD2#
William throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Jones was covering up waiting for the punch and William finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T4##SU2#
William gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Jones throws a leg kick but William moved away.
Jones throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kelly William seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
William throws a head kick that misses.
Jones fails with a takedown attempt.
William swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kelly William showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Jones tries for a takedown but William circles away easily
and William counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Jones is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Jones misses with an uppercut. William saw that one coming.
Jones tries to clinch but William moves out of range.
Jones tries to clinch but William is having none of it. #CL2#
William moves into the clinch successfully. #TD#
Jones has hold of one of William's legs. William is fighting the takedown attempt but Jones gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Jones is fighting to break William's control of his arms but William is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones is in close to William's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jones prevents William from getting back to his feet. #T1#
William is pulling down on Jones's head. It's preventing any offense from Jones, at least for the moment.
William keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Jones has gone for a leg lock! William slips out almost immediately though and dives into Jones's guard.#REVB#
Jones wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and William is now in half guard.
Kelly William has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Jones tries to roll over but William keeps him under control.
Jones has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. William is working away from the top position though.
William prevents Jones from improving his position.
Jones is looking to control William's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jones avoid being mounted?#T3#
Jones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SU2#
William stands up from half guard.
Jones tries to clinch up.
Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - William circles away.
William swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones.
Jones tries to clinch up.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#KD2#
William lands a big head kick that sends Jones tumbling to the mat! William takes a step backwards and waves Jones back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Jones goes for a double leg but William avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as William continues to drive forward.
Kelly William is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jones is looking to land body kicks.
A head kick misses from William.
Jones misses with a double jab. #CL2#
William closes the distance and pushes Jones back into the cage.
William is working Jones over against the cage.
William connects with a nasty looking knee right to Jones's face.
Jones drops down looking for an ankle pick but William pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Camron Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
William dives in and scores a takedown into Jones's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kelly William comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well William 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kelly William!
Kelly William managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Notorious, into his post fight interview.
Camron Jones was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll be back. That's all I gotta say right now.'.

Event: HFC KO 2 - Havoc vs Cabrera
Date: Apr 25, 2020

#R1#
Duarte throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Luger tries to counter with a takedown but Duarte is quick to defend against it.
Duarte connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Lug Luger has been cut.
Duarte looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Luger takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Duarte changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Duarte with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Duarte instigates a clinch.
Duarte pushes Luger back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Duarte stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
We've been hearing reports that Luger has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Luger is looking to take this one to the mat.#T1#
Duarte lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nice body punch from Duarte.
Luger is breathing heavily.
Duarte throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Duarte creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Duarte.
Still in the clinch, Duarte scores with a nice short uppercut.
Duarte scores with a shoulder strike.
Luger takes a shot to the head. #ROC2#
Luger is rocked!
Duarte effectively controlling the action here.
Oh Luger is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Duarte stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short body shot lands from Duarte as the two fighters clinch.
Luger seems to have got his legs back now.
Duarte works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
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!
Duarte has Luger pressed against the cage.
Duarte is stalling here.
Duarte effectively controlling the action here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Duarte.#T2#
Luger has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Duarte avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Duarte cracks Luger with a nice body shot.
Duarte leaning his opponent against the cage.
Duarte lands on the inside with an uppercut. #CUT2#
Lug Luger's cut is getting worse.
Luger letting Duarte take a breather here.
Duarte pushes Luger back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Luger being controlled against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Rogerio Duarte.#CL2#
Duarte moves into the clinch successfully.
Luger being controlled against the cage.#T3#
A nice left hand lands by Duarte.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Duarte manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Duarte continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Nice body punch from Duarte.
Duarte has Luger pressed against the cage.
Luger drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lug Luger. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Duarte scores with a shoulder strike.
Duarte effectively controlling the action here.#KD2#
Duarte drops Luger onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Luger is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Duarte lands on the inside with an uppercut. #CUT2#
Lug Luger's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Duarte is working Luger over against the cage.#T4##KD2#
Duarte drops Luger onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Luger is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Duarte pushes off and lands a massive hook that knocks Luger out cold! The fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rogerio Duarte!

Event: Conquest XIV:Mentally v Cressb
Date: Apr 25, 2020

#R1##CL#
Abbot has managed to clinch.
Komaroff drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Abbot gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Abbot has Komaroff pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Komaroff manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Abbot lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#
It looks like Bronson Komaroff has been cut.
Abbot definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#BC#
Abbot escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice takedown defense from Abbot. No joy for Komaroff on that attempt.
Abbot seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Abbot lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abbot tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Komaroff.
Chuck Abbot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bronson Komaroff.#T1#
Abbot throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Komaroff's head.
Komaroff shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Abbot but Abbot pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Komaroff shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Abbot but Abbot pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Abbot attempts a counter takedown but Komaroff avoids it well and moves away.
Abbot stuffs the takedown attempt from Komaroff. Komaroff gets slowly back to his feet.
Abbot turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2##CL#
Abbot instigates a clinch.
Komaroff fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Komaroff wants a takedown. #BC#
Abbot breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Abbot feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Komaroff's calf.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Komaroff is defended easily by Abbot.#T3#
Abbot tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Komaroff swivels and escapes.
And Komaroff tries to counter it with a takedown but Abbot pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL#
Abbot closes the distance and clinches.
Komaroff drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Abbot gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Knees to the body from Abbot. #BC#
Abbot breaks from the clinch.
Abbot throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Komaroff counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Abbot! #SUB2#
Komaroff tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Komaroff wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Abbot, who protects the arm well. #T4##ES#
Abbot bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Abbot throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Komaroff is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Abbot's half guard.
Abbot is holding on to half guard well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Abbot manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chuck Abbot dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bronson Komaroff'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##CL#
Abbot closes the distance and pushes Komaroff back into the cage.
Abbot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Komaroff can do to turn this around?#BC#
Abbot breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Abbot shoots in for a takedown but Komaroff shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Abbot manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Komaroff on his heels. He'll look to pass Komaroff's guard now, I'm sure.
Abbot sitting in guard here, content to control.
Abbot looking to pass the guard.
Abbot with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abbot not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Komaroff is looking for a triangle but Abbot pushes his legs off easily.
Abbot throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Komaroff works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Abbot knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Komaroff on the ground.#T1##SU#
Abbot stands and steps away. Komaroff gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Komaroff keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Komaroff tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
Abbot gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Abbot lands an elbow inside. #BC#
Abbot breaks the clinch.
Abbot throws a series of punches but Komaroff avoids them all with ease.
Komaroff wants to counter with a clinch but Abbot pushes him away.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
Abbot misses with a head kick.
Komaroff tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Abbot swivels and escapes.
Abbot misses with the combination.
Abbot shoots in looking for a takedown. Komaroff tries to sprawl out of it but Abbot keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Komaroff manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Komaroff changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chuck Abbot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Abbot darts in looking for a takedown but Komaroff gets double underhooks and turns Abbot into the cage.
Komaroff stuffs the takedown attempt from Abbot. Abbot gets slowly back to his feet. #T3#
Abbot tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Komaroff feints the counter takedown.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Komaroff tries to pull guard but Abbot holds him up against the cage and eventually Komaroff drops back down to his feet.
Abbot gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Komaroff.
Komaroff can't get the takedown. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#BC#
Abbot breaks the clinch.
Komaroff darts in looking for a takedown but Abbot gets double underhooks and turns Komaroff into the cage.
Abbot fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Good leg kick by Abbot there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Abbot throws a right and a left that Komaroff avoids nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Abbot is looking to clinch.
Abbot moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chuck Abbot dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Bronson Komaroff's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Abbot displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Komaroff.
As Komaroff looks to move away, Abbot throws a big counter combo but Komaroff just gets out of the way.
Chuck Abbot is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Abbot closes the distance and clinches.
Abbot lands an elbow inside.
Abbot lands a damaging elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Komaroff goes for a takedown attempt but Abbot pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Chuck Abbot is winning the standup battle so far.
A combination from Abbot does no damage. #CL#
Abbot gets a clinch. #T1##BC#
Abbot breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A jab lands there for Abbot.
Abbot has a takedown stuffed.
Komaroff tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Abbot misses with a kick to the body. #CL#
Abbot clinches up against the cage.
Komaroff is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Abbot is defending well.
Chuck Abbot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bronson Komaroff.#BC#
Abbot manages to break the clinch.
Abbot throws a head kick that misses. #T2##TD2#
Komaroff shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES#
Abbot manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Abbot connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Abbot tries to clinch up but Komaroff circles away and keeps his distance.
Komaroff is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Komaroff on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Abbot. Abbot obviously looking to wear him down. #TD2#
Komaroff shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Abbot napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Komaroff swings around for an armbar but Abbot sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Komaroff's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Abbot content to stall in guard here.
Abbot throws a big right hand that misses.
Abbot showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Komaroff working for a triangle but Abbot defends it easily.
Abbot 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. #SUB2#
Komaroff working for a triangle but Abbot defends it easily. #T4##SUB2#
Komaroff is looking to cinch up a triangle. Abbot throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Komaroff's body to avoid the submission. Komaroff has instead reached around Abbot's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Komaroff arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bronson Komaroff!

Event: HFC 15 - Rodrigues vs Chomsli
Date: Apr 17, 2020

#R1#
Kassib swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kassib fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kassib throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Gilchrist counters with a takedown into side control.
Gilchrist trying to control the action but Kassib is working from the bottom.
Kassib is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Gilchrist stands up and beckons Kassib to his feet.
Kassib connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kassib tries a head kick but it misses.
Badiss Kassib seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kassib throws a one two combo.
Kassib misses with an uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kassib closes the distance looking to clinch #TD2#
and Gilchrist counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Gilchrist tries to free his leg and advance position but Kassib is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Gilchrist postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kassib is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Gilchrist, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Gilchrist is looking to cinch up a triangle. Kassib throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Gilchrist's body to avoid the submission. Gilchrist has instead reached around Kassib's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Gilchrist arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sonny Gilchrist!
Sonny Gilchrist made sure to mention his sponsor, Threads of HARDCORE in his post fight interview.

Event: HFC Tournament Finals
Date: Mar 20, 2020

#R1#
Bataglia misses with a jab to the body #KD2#
and Stenburg counters with a crisp one two that drops Bataglia! Stenburg thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Bataglia to his feet! Bataglia is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Bataglia is rocked!
Bataglia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oh Bataglia is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Stenburg throws a series of punches but Bataglia moves out of range.
Stenburg throws a right and a left that Bataglia avoids nicely.
Bataglia seems to have got his legs back now.
Bataglia looks to throw the jab but Stenburg is out of range.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch but Bataglia swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Stenburg tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bataglia counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Stenburg thinking.
Stenburg wants to clinch.
Stenburg scores with a hook to the body. Bataglia takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
A jab from Bataglia misses.
Stenburg tries to clinch there but Bataglia circles away.
Stenburg closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bataglia counters with a stiff right hand.
Stenburg moves in looking to clinch but Bataglia pushes him off.
Bataglia was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bataglia lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Stenburg at a distance.
Stenburg walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Stenburg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bataglia manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Stenburg tries to clinch up
and Bataglia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bataglia swings widly with a right hand
and Stenburg counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
A slow jab from Bataglia misses its intended target. #CL2#
Stenburg rushes Bataglia and presses him 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!#BC2#
Stenburg pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Stenburg dives in and grabs Bataglia's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bataglia pushes down on Stenburg's head and hops out.
A punch combination from Stenburg misses.
Bataglia scores with a hook.
Hale Stenburg seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bataglia keeps the fight on the outside.
Stenburg walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bataglia is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Stenburg darts in trying to clinch
and Bataglia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bataglia takes a swing at Stenburg's ribcage but misses.
Bataglia definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Bataglia tries to keep at a distance but Stenburg has taken the fight into the clinch.#T3#
A short uppercut from Bataglia. #BC#
Bataglia breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Stenburg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bataglia manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Stenburg tries to clinch
and Bataglia makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bataglia 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.
Bataglia misses with a looping right.
Bataglia misses with a body shot.
Bataglia changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bataglia throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Stenburg.
Stenburg throws a counter combo.
Bataglia circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bataglia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4##CL2#
Stenburg has closed the distance and engaged Bataglia in a clinch.
Stenburg is trying to stall.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bataglia creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bataglia creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bataglia lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC#
Bataglia breaks from the clinch.
Stenburg tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bataglia counters with a left and a right that stings Stenburg.
Stenburg misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Stenburg swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Stenburg closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bataglia counters with a left to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenzo Bataglia dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Stenburg wants to clinch but Bataglia slips to the side
and Bataglia counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch but Bataglia swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bataglia is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bataglia circles away from the clinch attempt.
It looked like Bataglia wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hale Stenburg is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bataglia listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A punch lands to the side of Stenburg 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Stenburg closes the distance but Bataglia moves to the side
and Bataglia counters with a nice body shot.
Stenburg is looking to clinch.
Bataglia was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bataglia lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bataglia keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL2#
Stenburg closes the distance and pushes Bataglia back into the cage.
Bataglia is trying to break the clinch but Stenburg is controlling him.#BC#
Bataglia breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Bataglia moves out of range. #T1#
Bataglia jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bataglia is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bataglia connects with a single shot there.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bataglia swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stenburg fails to land the takedown.
Stenburg moves away from the strike by Bataglia.
Stenburg moves to clinch but Bataglia breaks away
and Bataglia cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Stenburg takes a swing at Bataglia's ribcage but misses.
Nice body punch from Bataglia.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bataglia swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T2#
Stenburg fails in his attempt to clinch.
Stenburg tries to clinch up.
Bataglia thuds a left hand into Stenburg's body.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Bataglia keeps it at a distance.
Stenburg fails to land with a series of punches.
Bataglia misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stenburg.
Bataglia misses with a straight right.
Stenburg moves to clinch but Bataglia breaks away
and Bataglia counters with a three punch combo that has Stenburg backing up. Stenburg nods at Bataglia to acknowledge the strikes.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Stenburg lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bataglia circles away quickly and effectively.
Stenburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bataglia scores with a nice right hand. #T3#
Bataglia circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bataglia cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Stenburg fails to land the takedown.
Bataglia swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Stenburg is looking to clinch.
Stenburg misses with a hook to the body
and Bataglia counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Stenburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bataglia ducks under a wild hook from Stenburg.
Bataglia connects with a nice looking jab.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bataglia swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bataglia misses with a straight right.
Lorenzo Bataglia is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
Jab by Bataglia.
Stenburg has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Stenburg there as he acknowledges the shot.
Stenburg tries to close the distance and clinch but Bataglia swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bataglia swings for the body but Stenburg moves out of range. #CL2#
Stenburg forces Bataglia back against the cage and clinches.
Stenburg presses Bataglia against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bataglia lands with a right to the head.
A short uppercut from Bataglia.
Stenburg has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bataglia working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Stenburg struggles to land a body shot inside as Bataglia controls his hands.
Bataglia goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Stenburg looking to stall.
Bataglia tries to throw a body punch but Stenburg avoids it by throwing Bataglia back against the cage.
Bataglia lands a nice shot to the body.
Stenburg is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bataglia is keeping busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lorenzo Bataglia dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Stenburg throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bataglia counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bataglia is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stenburg can do to turn this around?
A telegraphed right hand from Bataglia misses the target.
Stenburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bataglia lands a nice hook to Stenburg's body. Stenburg takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Stenburg lands a jab-cross combination.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Bataglia moves away
and Bataglia counters with a straight right hand.
Stenburg throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bataglia jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bataglia cracks Stenburg with an open hand slap.
Stenburg tries to clinch up
and Bataglia makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Stenburg with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nice uppercut there from Bataglia.
Stenburg falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bataglia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Stenburg takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bataglia feints a jab promting Stenburg to slip. Bataglia then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Stenburg slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Stenburg tries to clinch there but Bataglia circles away.
Bataglia swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Stenburg closes the distance but Bataglia moves to the side
and Bataglia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bataglia swings for the body but Stenburg moves out of range.
Stenburg moves to clinch but Bataglia breaks away
and Bataglia counters with a nice uppercut.
Bataglia scores with a three punch combo! #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stenburg tries to clinch up.
A shot to the liver by Bataglia. Beautiful body shot.
Stenburg scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Stenburg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bataglia manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
An attempted straight right counter from Bataglia misses the target.
Bataglia circles away from the clinch attempt.
A counter left hand to the body from Bataglia misses its target.
Bataglia uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Stenburg has time to react.#CL2#
Stenburg darts in and clinches Bataglia up against the cage.
Stenburg misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Stenburg breaks from the clinch.
Bataglia avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bataglia avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Stenburg wants to clinch up but Bataglia keeps it at a distance.
Bataglia circles away from the clinch attempt
and Stenburg takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Stenburg tries to clinch up
and Bataglia counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bataglia throws a jab when Stenburg was well out of range.
Bataglia keeps the fight on the outside.
Stenburg closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bataglia counters with a nice uppercut.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bataglia.#T4#
Bataglia circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bataglia counters with a nice body shot.
Stenburg wants to clinch
enabling Bataglia to counter with a crisp jab.
Bataglia misses with a body shot.
Hale Stenburg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bataglia circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bataglia counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jab by Bataglia.
Stenburg is looking to clinch but Bataglia is avoiding it.
Lorenzo Bataglia is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Stenburg tries to clinch but Bataglia moves away
and Stenburg takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lorenzo Bataglia showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bataglia 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lorenzo Bataglia!

Event: HFC Tournament Finals
Date: Mar 20, 2020

#R1##CL#
Gilchrist has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD#
Gilchrist turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Gilchrist manages to end up in side control.
Patterson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gilchrist wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Patterson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Patterson is not content to let Gilchrist control the position.
Patterson is looking to regain half guard here but Gilchrist keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Gilchrist is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Patterson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Gilchrist'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.
Patterson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Gilchrist decides to stand back up. Gilchrist steps back and let's Patterson get back to his feet.#T1##TD#
Gilchrist darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Gilchrist is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Patterson is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gilchrist trying to work for an americana but Patterson has managed to regain full guard. #SUB#
Gilchrist is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T2##SUB#
Gilchrist is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Gilchrist might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gilchrist wants to pass the guard but Patterson is keeping the position.
Patterson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gilchrist missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gilchrist trying to stand up but can't free himself from Patterson's guard.#T3#
Gilchrist postures up.
Patterson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Gilchrist drops back looking for a leg! Patterson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Patterson manages to kick Gilchrist off! Gilchrist jumps back into Patterson's guard. #SUB#
Gilchrist thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Patterson is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Patterson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gilchrist's guard.#T4#
Patterson passes into half guard. #SUB#
Gilchrist looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gilchrist won't allow Patterson to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Patterson has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Gilchrist defend it? Patterson steps over the head and cranks it - Gilchrist is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Patterson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Preston Patterson!
Preston Patterson looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'I know it's a shame for the 12th ranked fighter in the class to beat the 2nd ranked fighter and moves on to fight for the belt. But greatness and preparation speaks louder than any rankings could. 18 years old proving I belong in this organization every fight. '.

Event: HFC Tournament Finals
Date: Mar 20, 2020

#R1#
Stickmann throws a shot from downtown. William moves away and avoids it.
William tries to counter by clinching up but Stickmann breaks away and moves out of range.
We've been hearing reports that William has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
William shoots in but Stickmann avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Stickmann throws a leg kick that is checked#KD#
and William counters with a crisp one two that drops Stickmann! William thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Stickmann to his feet! Stickmann is in big trouble!#ROC#
Stickmann is rocked!
Stickmann dips to his left and cracks William with an uppercut!
Stickmann is still on wobbly legs! Can William finish him?#CL#
William has taken the fight to the clinch.
Stickmann is trying to break the clinch but William has him pressed against the cage.
William stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A frustrated look appears on Stickmann's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Stickmann seems to have recovered his senses.
William keeps control of Stickmann as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Nice elbow from William. #CUT#
It looks like Rod Stickmann has been cut.#TD#
William jumps into guard, dragging Stickmann to the mat.
William working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Stickmann.
William is looking to stand up but Stickmann isn't so interested in that idea.
Stickmann must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stickmann is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Stickmann postures up in William's guard and throws a big left but William blocks it. #T1#
William wants to stand and escape but Stickmann is having none of it. #SUB#
Stickmann got a little sloppy there for a moment and William has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stickmann has managed to get both his arms back between William's legs - danger averted.
Stickmann stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. William swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Stickmann trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Stickmann postures up in William's guard and throws a big left but William blocks it.
Stickmann missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
William is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Stickmann connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T2##CL#
William clinches with his opponent.
Stickmann throws an elbow but it misses.
William struggles to land a body shot inside as Stickmann controls his hands.
William tries to throw a body punch but Stickmann avoids it by throwing William back against the cage.
William lands a damaging elbow.
Stickmann tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Stickmann misses with an elbow strike.
Stickmann wants to break the clinch but can't.
William looking to throw knees to the head but Stickmann is blocking nicely. #BC#
William breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Stickmann looks to land a left hand but William moved out of range nicely.
William takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Stickmann lands a straight punch to the body, keeping William at a distance.
A slow jab from Stickmann misses its intended target.
William seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A left lands for Stickmann.
Stickmann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Stickmann throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and William counters with a head kick. That will keep Stickmann thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #T3#
Stickmann looks to score with a jab to the body but William is just out of range.
Stickmann is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
William ducks under a wild hook from Stickmann.
Jab from Stickmann.#ROC2#
William is rocked!#CL#
William takes the fight into the clinch.
Stickmann is trying to break the clinch but William is controlling him.
Stickmann drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Stickmann lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
William breaks from the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - William looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Stickmann looks to score with a jab to the body but William is just out of range.
William throws a big counter combination but Stickmann scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
William takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Oh William is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Stickmann.
William seems to have got his legs back now.
Rod Stickmann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Stickmann jabs at William's body.
William takes a shot right to the bread basket.
William has a takedown stuffed.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stickmann lands the left hand.
William is looking to clinch but Stickmann is avoiding it. #KD2#
Stickmann waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract William. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped William to the canvas! Can he finish him!?
Stickmann is fighting to break William's control of his arms but William is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
William keeping full guard, as Stickmann tries to pass. #SUB2#
Stickmann has gone for a leg lock! William slips out almost immediately though and dives into Stickmann's guard.#REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rod Stickmann dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rod Stickmann'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#
William lands a head kick. Stickmann smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Stickmann is looking to land body kicks.
Stickmann throws a series of punches but William avoids them all with ease.
Rod Stickmann seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
William is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Stickmann throws a hook to the side of William's head but William sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Stickmann fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops William to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! William looks to clinch but Stickmann throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! William taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Rod Stickmann!
After winning the bout, Rod Stickmann thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

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