Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: FFA 19: Jordon vs Hell
Date: May 12, 2017

#R1##TD#
Ribeiro gets caught flat footed, as Bishop shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Bishop tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribeiro is retaining full guard.
Ribeiro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bishop's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bishop trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribeiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ribeiro keeping full guard, as Bishop tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bishop showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bishop looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T1#
Ribeiro throws a poor cross that misses
and Bishop counters with a stiff right hand.
Bishop seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Ribeiro looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bishop is fending him off so far but Ribeiro persists. Nope, Bishop circles away and we're back to standing.
It looked like Bishop was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro looks winded!
Bishop lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #ROC#
Ribeiro is rocked!
Ribeiro is holding his hands too far apart here. Bishop throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Ribeiro is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jackson Bishop!
Jackson Bishop opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

Event: ABW Title Tour. QF 155 & 265
Date: May 04, 2017

#R1#
Aklaban takes a swing at Bloggs's ribcage but misses.
Aklaban throws a hook but Bloggs avoids it easily.
Bloggs shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Nice sprawl there from Aklaban as Bloggs shoots in.
Aklaban should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Aklaban lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bloggs circles away quickly and effectively.#TD2#
Aklaban fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bloggs sprawls well initially but Aklaban persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Aklaban connects with a nice short shot to Bloggs's temple.
Aklaban takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Aklaban has eaten all the pies!
Aklaban scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Aklaban lands a nice short elbow.
Aklaban has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Aklaban is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Aklaban scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Aklaban working over Bloggs with some ground and pound. Bloggs looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Aklaban 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. #T1#
Aklaban scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Bloggs is looking to improve his position.
Aklaban slips a nice elbow through Bloggs's hands, connecting with Bloggs's forehead.
Still in half guard, Aklaban seems content to control.
Aklaban working over Bloggs with some ground and pound. Bloggs looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bloggs really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Aklaban seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Aklaban connects with a nice short shot to Bloggs's temple.
Aklaban lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Bloggs is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Aklaban scores with a couple of nice shots.
Aklaban seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
Ground and pound from Aklaban.
Well, if Aklaban is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Aklaban is keen to just control but Bloggs is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Aklaban wants to work for an arm triangle but Bloggs is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Aklaban scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bloggs is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Aklaban in particular looking to stall.#T3#
Bloggs has hold of Aklaban's hands but Aklaban slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bloggs taking some punishment here, with Aklaban in his half guard. #SUB2#
Aklaban is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bloggs sees it coming and defends easily.
Bloggs is not content to let Aklaban control the position.#SUB2#
Aklaban wants to work for an arm triangle but Bloggs is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Aklaban working the head and body with strikes.
Bloggs taking some punishment here, with Aklaban in his half guard. #T4#
Aklaban is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
It looks like Aklaban might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Aklaban lands strikes from half guard.
Aklaban controlling the action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aklaban working Bloggs over with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Amir Aklaban dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Bloggs dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Aklaban misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bloggs closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT#
It looks like Amir Aklaban has been cut.
Bloggs fails with the takedown.
Aklaban tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Aklaban thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aklaban will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bloggs or perhaps it was just good defense by Aklaban, which made it look bad.
Aklaban is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bloggs shoots for a double leg takedown but Aklaban sprawls well. He's pushed Bloggs's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ackroyd Bloggs. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bloggs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aklaban.
Ackroyd Bloggs is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aklaban ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloggs moves away.
Bloggs defending well as Aklaban loads up on a big left hand.
As Aklaban tries to get set, Bloggs tries to push him back and clinch up but Aklaban manages to avoid the attempt.
A punch combination from Aklaban misses.
Bloggs staying out of range there.
Bloggs dives in and grabs Aklaban's left leg, looking for a takedown. Aklaban pushes down on Bloggs's head and hops out.#T1#
Bloggs tries a head kick but it misses.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD2#
Aklaban feints and as Bloggs raises his hands in defense, Aklaban changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Aklaban works over Bloggs with some ground and pound from guard.
Aklaban wants to control from the top but Bloggs keeps moving.
Aklaban is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Bloggs knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Aklaban on the ground.
Aklaban is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Bloggs will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Aklaban stands up over Bloggs, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Aklaban stands up over Bloggs, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Aklaban stands up over Bloggs, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Aklaban is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aklaban with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2#
Aklaban 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.
Aklaban postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Aklaban cracks Bloggs with a solid left hand.
Aklaban lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Aklaban's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Aklaban has gone for a leg lock! Bloggs slips out almost immediately though and dives into Aklaban's guard.#REVR#
Aklaban is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bloggs is controlling him. #T3#
Aklaban is adopting a defensive guard.
Bloggs trying to control the position from guard on top but Aklaban is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aklaban has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Aklaban has control of Bloggs's left arm, preventing Bloggs from doing any damage.
Aklaban's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bloggs preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Aklaban fails to land with a series of punches.
Bloggs thinks about countering with a head kick.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Aklaban.
Aklaban cracks Bloggs with a big right hand but Bloggs just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Aklaban scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bloggs to see if he's OK.
Aklaban looks up at the clock and then as Bloggs takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Aklaban smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Bloggs takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Aklaban working the ground and pound.
Aklaban controls the position.
Let's hope that Aklaban has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Amir Aklaban showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Amir Aklaban'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##CL#
Bloggs takes the fight into the clinch.
Aklaban misses with an elbow strike.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Bloggs stalling in the clinch but Aklaban improves position.
Maybe Bloggs would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.#TD2#
Aklaban has Bloggs pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Aklaban pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Bloggs tumbling to the mat - Aklaban dives into Bloggs's guard.
Aklaban stands up over Bloggs, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloggs keeping moving, preventing Aklaban from controlling successfully.
Aklaban content to stall in guard here.
Aklaban distracts Bloggs with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T1#
Bloggs wants to stand up but Aklaban is controlling him.
Bloggs has momentary wrist control but Aklaban slips an elbow through the middle.
Aklaban is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Aklaban postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Aklaban is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Aklaban postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Bloggs is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Aklaban, into his guard. #REVR#
Bloggs 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. #T2#
Aklaban controlling the position.
More stalling from Aklaban.#T3#
Bloggs with a flurry of punches that miss.
Aklaban looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bloggs is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bloggs uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aklaban.#CL#
Bloggs moves into the clinch.
Aklaban lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bloggs has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Aklaban blocks the elbow strike.
Aklaban misses with some punches.
Aklaban lands an elbow that stopped Bloggs in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#
It looks like Ackroyd Bloggs has been cut.
Aklaban effectively controlling the action here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aklaban. #T4#
Aklaban working aggressively here.
Aklaban swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Aklaban throws a head punch that misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Aklaban just misses with a elbow thrown towards Bloggs's brow.
Bloggs tries to pull guard but Aklaban won't allow it.
A shot in the inside from Aklaban.
Aklaban misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Bloggs gets control of Aklaban's arms and successfully pulls guard. Bloggs will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Bloggs has momentary wrist control but Aklaban slips an elbow through the middle.
Aklaban content to stall in guard here.
Aklaban wants to control from the top but Bloggs keeps moving.
Ackroyd Bloggs has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Amir Aklaban is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aklaban lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Amir Aklaban comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Aklaban 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 26:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Amir Aklaban!

Event: Angry Birds War 13
Date: Apr 29, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Murdock pushes Siompinong up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Murdock manages to break the clinch.
Murdock misses with a few strikes there.
Siompinong tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Murdock manages to circle out of the way.
Murdock misses with a double jab
letting Siompinong counter with a right hand.
Murdock looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Murdock misses with a series of wild punches.
As Murdock tries to get set, Siompinong tries to push him back and clinch up but Murdock manages to avoid the attempt.#CL2#
Murdock clinches up with Siompinong and pushes him back against the cage.
Siompinong's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murdock has Siompinong pressed against the cage.
Siompinong with a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Duke Murdock has been cut.
Siompinong with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Siompinong's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Murdock blocks an elbow strike from Siompinong. #T1#
Siompinong throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Murdock blocks it with crossed arms. #BC2#
Murdock escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice defenses there by Siompinong.
Siompinong tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Murdock manages to circle out of the way.
Murdock lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Siompinong backs up against the cage.
Murdock tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Siompinong was well out of range. Poor timing from Murdock.#CL2#
Murdock gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Siompinong lands a knee to the head.
Our sources have told us that Siompinong has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Murdock has Siompinong pressed against the cage.
Murdock is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
With the fighters up against the cage, Siompinong throws an elbow but misses.
Siompinong with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Siompinong misses with a knee to the head.
Murdock lands a right hand that snaps the head of Siompinong backwards. #T2#
Siompinong with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Murdock stalling the fight.
Murdock slows down the pace here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Siompinong using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Murdock has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #BC2#
Murdock manages to break the clinch.
Murdock looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Siompinong is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Murdock.
Murdock misses with a few strikes there.
Siompinong tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Murdock manages to circle out of the way.
Danga de danga de dang - Murdock scores with a four punch combination!
Murdock throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Murdock misses with the combination.
Siompinong wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T3#
Murdock throws a right and a left that both miss.
Siompinong feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Murdock pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Murdock swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Murdock throws a nice looking combination but Siompinong bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Murdock fails to land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Murdock instigates a clinch.
Siompinong is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Murdock looks winded!
Siompinong looking to throw knees to the head but Murdock is blocking nicely.
Murdock avoiding damage as Siompinong throws knees to the body.
Murdock makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Siompinong with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Siompinong with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Siompinong takes a shot to the head. #T4#
Siompinong with a knee to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murdock content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Siompinong misses with a knee strike.
Murdock stalling against the cage.
Siompinong tries to land knees in the clinch but Murdock avoids the damage to the body.
Siompinong trying to land knees to the body.
Murdock avoids the elbow strike from Siompinong, against the cage.
Siompinong is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Murdock is defending well for now.
Murdock slows down the pace here.
Murdock has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Siompinong tries a knee to the head but Murdock blocks it.
A right handed body shot lands from Murdock.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Duke Murdock dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Duke Murdock'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.
#R2#
Murdock misses with a double jab.
Siompinong seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Murdock misses with a jab, cross combination.
Siompinong is looking to counter the offense by Murdock and move into the clinch.
Duke Murdock is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Murdock throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Siompinong. #CL2#
Murdock drives through and clinches with Siompinong against the cage.
Siompinong landing knees to the head.
Siompinong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Murdock has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Murdock escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sloppy strikes from Murdock. Those never looked like landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Murdock fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Siompinong, pushing him back against the cage.
Murdock blocks an elbow strike from Siompinong.
Siompinong looking to throw knees to the head but Murdock is blocking nicely.
Siompinong tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Siompinong misses with an elbow strike. #T1#
Siompinong lands an elbow just above Murdock 's eye.
Murdock lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Murdock working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Siompinong with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Murdock lands a shot to the body.
Murdock lands a left hand that snaps the head of Siompinong backwards.
Murdock blocks an elbow strike from Siompinong.
Siompinong tries a knee to the head but Murdock blocks it.
Siompinong using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Murdock has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Murdock slows down the pace here.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Murdock. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Siompinong with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Murdock pressing his opponent against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Murdock.#T2#
Murdock lands a right hand that snaps the head of Siompinong backwards.
Murdock blocks an elbow strike from Siompinong.
Murdock lands with a right to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Murdock breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Murdock fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Siompinong manages to avoid it.
Siompinong wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Murdock misses with a jab, cross combination.
Murdock throws a series of punches but Siompinong moves out of range.
Siompinong steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murdock.
Siompinong is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Murdock.
Murdock misses with a jab, cross combination.
Siompinong is looking to counter the offense by Murdock and move into the clinch.
Murdock changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Murdock throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Siompinong.
As Murdock tries to get set, Siompinong tries to push him back and clinch up but Murdock manages to avoid the attempt.
Siompinong slips a jab and a cross from Murdock. #T3#
Siompinong showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Murdock.
Siompinong avoids a punch combination nicely.
Siompinong is looking to counter punch.
Some wild striking there from Murdock.
Siompinong tries to counter by clinching up but Murdock breaks away and moves out of range.#CL2#
Murdock has taken the fight to the clinch.
Siompinong tries a knee to the head but Murdock blocks it.
Siompinong trying to land knees to the body. #T4#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Siompinong. #CUT#
That has opened up Duke Murdock's cut even more.
Siompinong tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Murdock has Siompinong pressed against the cage.
Siompinong landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Murdock tries to circle away but Siompinong has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Murdock pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A punch combination from Murdock misses.
Siompinong avoids a punch combination nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Siompinong misses the target.#CL2#
Murdock closes the distance and pushes Siompinong back into the cage.
Siompinong scores with a knee to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Duke Murdock showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Duke Murdock's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Murdock lands a jab.
Murdock misses with the combination.
Siompinong seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Murdock misses with a double jab.
It looked like Siompinong was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Murdock will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Siompinong on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Duke Murdock seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from Murdock.
Siompinong tries to counter by clinching up but Murdock breaks away and moves out of range.
Murdock misses with the combination. #T1#
Murdock tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Siompinong was well out of range. Poor timing from Murdock.
Siompinong tries to counter by clinching up but Murdock breaks away and moves out of range.
Murdock misses with the combination.
Murdock throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Siompinong on the side of the head.
Murdock lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Siompinong circles away quickly and effectively.#CL2#
Murdock rushes Siompinong and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Murdock is trying to force a seperation but Siompinong has the dominant position.
Siompinong tries to land a knee to the head but Murdock blocks with his arms.
Siompinong tries to land a knee to the head but Murdock blocks with his arms. #T2#
Murdock is trying to force a seperation but Siompinong has the dominant position.
Siompinong lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Murdock takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Siompinong tries a knee to the head but Murdock blocks it.
Siompinong throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Siompinong misses with an elbow over the top.
Murdock lands a hook to the side of the head.
Siompinong with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Siompinong lands a nice knee to the body.
Siompinong with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Murdock misses with the head strike.
Sinetchay Siompinong has scored more points in the clinch so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Siompinong with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Murdock takes a knee right on the jaw!
Siompinong looking to throw knees to the head but Murdock is blocking nicely.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Siompinong missing with knees to the body. #T3#
Siompinong tries to land a knee to the head but Murdock blocks with his arms.
Murdock scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Murdock manages to break the clinch.
Some wild striking there from Murdock.
Siompinong is looking to counter the offense by Murdock and move into the clinch.
Murdock throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Siompinong seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Murdock looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Murdock misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Siompinong seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Murdock throws a right hand that Siompinong ducks under and follows up with a left that Siompinong also avoids with ease.
Murdock misses with the combination.
Siompinong is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Murdock.#T4#
Murdock lands a nice shot to the body.
Murdock misses with a double jab.
Siompinong uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murdock.
Siompinong tries to counter by clinching up but Murdock breaks away and moves out of range.
Siompinong slips a jab and a cross from Murdock.
Murdock throws a right hand that Siompinong ducks under and follows up with a left that Siompinong also avoids with ease.
Siompinong wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#CL2#
Murdock clinches.
Siompinong has Murdock pressed against the cage, preventing Murdock from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Siompinong misses with a knee to the head.
Sinetchay Siompinong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Duke Murdock is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Siompinong with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Duke Murdock comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Murdock 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Duke Murdock!

Event: FFA 17: Studge vs Waves
Date: Apr 28, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Bengal moves into the clinch.
Kovalenko is pushing Bengal up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Come on Kovalenko - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #BC2#
Bengal breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bengal shoots and misses
and Kovalenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kovalenko cracks Bengal with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kovalenko darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bengal looks to score with a jab to the body but Kovalenko is just out of range.
Kovalenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nice defenses there by Bengal.
Bengal throws a series of punches but Kovalenko avoids them all with ease.
Kovalenko tries to counter with a takedown but Bengal is quick to defend against it.
Bengal looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Bengal shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kovalenko as he jumps to the side.
Bengal tries for a takedown but Kovalenko sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Koslov Kovalenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stare Bengal.
Bengal shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kovalenko has been working on his balance at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Bengal.
Bengal thows a leg kick but Kovalenko checks it #TD#
and Kovalenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Kovalenko not doing much here.
Bengal trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kovalenko lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kovalenko controlling the action here.
Kovalenko is thwarting Bengal's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Kovalenko perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bengal wants to control but Kovalenko is keeping busy.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kovalenko in particular looking to stall.
Bengal trying to control but Kovalenko postures up.
Kovalenko controlling the action here.
Kovalenko missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kovalenko could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T3#
Kovalenko controlling the action here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bengal fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kovalenko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kovalenko lands with a straight right. Bengal didn't see that one coming.
Kovalenko lands with an uppercut that bounces Bengal off the cage and back into range.
Bengal falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Kovalenko counters with a single leg into guard. Bengal didn't expect that.
Kovalenko advances position into side control!
Kovalenko is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Bengal will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T4#
Kovalenko working away.
Kovalenko controls the position.
Kovalenko throws a strike aimed at the side of Bengal's head but Bengal avoids it well.
Kovalenko controlling the position.
Kovalenko scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bengal to see if he's OK.
Kovalenko controlling the position.
Bengal tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kovalenko wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kovalenko is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Bengal's shoulder. That is not cool.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Koslov Kovalenko dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kovalenko.
Kovalenko taking a breather here.
Kovalenko has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Kovalenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalenko in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Bengal is being controlled here. #T1#
Kovalenko grinds an elbow into Bengal's temple.
Kovalenko controlling the position.
Bengal is pushing Kovalenko's head away, looking to escape. Kovalenko manages to hold on to the position though.
Kovalenko in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Bengal seems a little lost for a moment, as Kovalenko dominates the positioning.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bengal tries to buck Kovalenko off but Kovalenko is having none of it.
Kovalenko creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Bengal trying to remain calm as Kovalenko controls from the top position.
Bengal taking punishment in the form of punches.
Bengal struggling a bit here.
You can see the frustration on Bengal's face as Kovalenko controls the position.
Kovalenko advances to mount.
Kovalenko looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Kovalenko lands a couple of good shots and Bengal has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Bengal wants to get back to his feet.
Kovalenko controlling from the back.
Kovalenko lands an elbow to the side of the head. #SUB#
Kovalenko working for the choke.
Kovalenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bengal can do to turn this around?
Bengal trying to control the hands but Kovalenko won't let him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Kovalenko just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Kovalenko has Bengal flattened out and is raining down punches.
Kovalenko controlling the position well here. Bengal rolled but Kovalenko kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Kovalenko seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bengal for as long as he can get away with.
Kovalenko lands a shot to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bengal tries to escape the position.
Bengal breaks Kovalenko's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Koslov Kovalenko dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Bengal dives in and grabs Kovalenko's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kovalenko pushes down on Bengal's head and hops out.
Kovalenko attempts a counter takedown but Bengal avoids it well and moves away.
Kovalenko throws a right and a left that Bengal avoids nicely.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bengal is defended easily by Kovalenko.
Kovalenko feinted with a counter takedown.
Bengal has a takedown stuffed.
Koslov Kovalenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stare Bengal.
Bengal misses with a takedown
and Kovalenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalenko scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bengal in his tracks.
Bengal throws a lazy head kick
and Kovalenko counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bengal takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A head kick by Bengal misses #TD#
and Kovalenko counters with a single leg into guard. Bengal didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Bengal looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1#
Kovalenko is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kovalenko passes into half guard.
Kovalenko content to control rather than advance.
Kovalenko's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Bengal tries to kick Kovalenko off but Kovalenko keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kovalenko is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Further stalling from Kovalenko.
Koslov Kovalenko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kovalenko continues to hold on tight.#SUB#
Kovalenko is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bengal has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kovalenko working the head and body with strikes. #T3#
Kovalenko trying to control the pace.
Kovalenko continues to stall.
Kovalenko winds up and cracks Bengal with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nice strikes from Kovalenko there.
Bengal is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kovalenko drops an elbow to the side of Bengal's head.
Kovalenko is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#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.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Kovalenko manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bengal on his heels. He'll look to pass Bengal's guard now, I'm sure.
Kovalenko might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kovalenko controlling from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Koslov Kovalenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kovalenko, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Koslov Kovalenko!
Stare Bengal was interviewed post fight and said 'poor wrestlers'.

Event: FFA: Wednesday Night Delight 4
Date: Apr 26, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Ribeiro rushes Spiliopoulos and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Spiliopoulos goes for a takedown attempt but Ribeiro pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Ribeiro lands with a cross.
Ribeiro scores with a nice right hand.
Spiliopoulos takes a jab right on the kisser.
A jab from Ribeiro does it's job there.
Ribeiro lands a glancing blow to the side of Spiliopoulos's head.
Ribeiro fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD2#
Ribeiro gets the takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ribeiro scoring with punches from side control. #SUB2#
Ribeiro goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Spiliopoulos rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Ribeiro's guard! Nice work there by Spiliopoulos!
Ribeiro is trying to keep Spiliopoulos in close.
Spiliopoulos trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribeiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Spiliopoulos looking to pass the guard.
Ribeiro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ribeiro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Spiliopoulos trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribeiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Spiliopoulos passes Ribeiro's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Spiliopoulos is trying to control. Ribeiro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ribeiro wants to improve his position but Spiliopoulos is controlling well.
Ribeiro is looking to control Spiliopoulos's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ribeiro avoid being mounted?
Spiliopoulos moves into full mount! Ribeiro won't be happy about that!
Spiliopoulos fails to advance to Ribeiro's back.
Ribeiro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T3#
Spiliopoulos wants to take his opponent's back but Ribeiro doesn't allow it. #SUB#
Spiliopoulos is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Ribeiro has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Ribeiro!
Spiliopoulos working a defensive guard here.
Ribeiro advances position into side control!
Spiliopoulos is looking to reverse the position.#T4#
Ribeiro trying to control the action but Spiliopoulos is working from the bottom.
Spiliopoulos dodges the ground and pound from Ribeiro.
Spiliopoulos is looking for a sweep.
Ribeiro in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Ribeiro trying to control the position but Spiliopoulos is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ribeiro in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Ribeiro trying to control the position but Spiliopoulos is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jonas Ribeiro dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Spiliopoulos looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ribeiro!
A lull in the action here.
Spiliopoulos is looking to take a break and control but Ribeiro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Spiliopoulos wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ribeiro, who protects the arm well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro is not content to let Spiliopoulos control the position. #T1#
Spiliopoulos passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Ribeiro!
Spiliopoulos avoids the attempt from Ribeiro to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Spiliopoulos looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ribeiro working to try and regain half guard.
Spiliopoulos takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Spiliopoulos avoids the attempt from Ribeiro to control.
Ribeiro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Spiliopoulos haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Spiliopoulos jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ribeiro is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ribeiro and Spiliopoulos has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Ribeiro is trying to get back to half guard.
Spiliopoulos tries to move to mount but Ribeiro blocks the move with his legs. #T3#
Ribeiro is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Spiliopoulos is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ribeiro has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ribeiro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Spiliopoulos wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Spiliopoulos wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribeiro keeps working. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Spiliopoulos looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ribeiro is fending him off so far but Spiliopoulos persists. Nope, Ribeiro circles away and we're back to standing.
Ribeiro connects with a looping right hand.
Ribeiro has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T4#
Spiliopoulos on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ribeiro lands with a nice body punch.
Spiliopoulos takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Spiliopoulos misses with a takedown attempt - Ribeiro sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ribeiro tries to close the distance and clinch up but Spiliopoulos swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD#
Ribeiro gets caught napping as Spiliopoulos dives in and scores a takedown. Ribeiro manages to retain guard.
Spiliopoulos pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribeiro is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribeiro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Leonidas Spiliopoulos dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Spiliopoulos takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Spiliopoulos walks into a straight right hand from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro lands with a cross.
Ribeiro stuffs the takedown attempt from Spiliopoulos. Spiliopoulos gets slowly back to his feet.
Spiliopoulos takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ribeiro throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Spiliopoulos stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ribeiro lands with a hook. Spiliopoulos tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro's corner calls for a 1-2. Ribeiro obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Spiliopoulos will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Spiliopoulos drops his hands momentarily and Ribeiro takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Spiliopoulos swats away the attempt to clinch by Ribeiro.#T1#
Ribeiro lands a nice shot to the body. #CL2#
Ribeiro takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Ribeiro has clasped his hands together around Spiliopoulos's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Ribeiro is looking to take a break and control but Spiliopoulos is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ribeiro in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Ribeiro trying to control the position but Spiliopoulos is working away.
Ribeiro working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T2#
Ribeiro looking to control but instead Spiliopoulos has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Spiliopoulos wants to control but Ribeiro is keeping busy.
Spiliopoulos blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ribeiro.
Spiliopoulos is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ribeiro is just content to waste time from the top position. Spiliopoulos takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Ribeiro wants to control from the top but Spiliopoulos keeps moving. #T3#
Ribeiro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Spiliopoulos will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leonidas Spiliopoulos. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Spiliopoulos closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ribeiro quickly recovers to half guard.
Spiliopoulos wants to take a breather but Ribeiro is having none of it.
Ribeiro is looking to improve his position.
Spiliopoulos wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ribeiro keeps working.
Ribeiro is looking to get back to full guard here but Spiliopoulos has managed to pass to side control instead.#T4#
Ribeiro prevents Spiliopoulos from improving position.
Ribeiro is looking to regain half guard here but Spiliopoulos keeps moving and retains side control.
Ribeiro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spiliopoulos has control of an arm but Ribeiro manages to advance to Spiliopoulos's back!
Ribeiro thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jonas Ribeiro comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ribeiro 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jonas Ribeiro!

Event: Angry Birds War 10
Date: Apr 23, 2017

#R1##CL#
Aklaban has taken the fight to the clinch.
Aklaban lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zack backwards.
Aklaban fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Aklaban is trying to trip Zack. He has hold of a leg but Zack is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Aklaban persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Aklaban cracks Zack with a solid left hand.
Zack can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Aklaban controls the pace.
Zack looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zack is trying to keep Aklaban in close.
Aklaban scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zack has momentary wrist control but Aklaban slips an elbow through the middle.
Aklaban landing some decent shots from guard.
Zack is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zack trying to control the action but Aklaban is working from the bottom. #T1#
Aklaban is holding on to half guard well.
Aklaban continues to stall.#SUB2#
Zack is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Aklaban has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Aklaban gets full guard.
Aklaban can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Zack controls the pace.
Zack trying to control the position from guard on top but Aklaban is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aklaban lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Aklaban loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Aklaban postures up.
Aklaban controls from within his opponent's guard.
Aklaban chips away with some ground and pound.
Aklaban trying to control but Zack is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Aklaban's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Aklaban lands a couple of digs.
Aklaban postures up and lands a big shot to Zack's brow.
Aklaban trying to control the position from guard on top but Zack is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aklaban showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zack looks winded!#T4#
Aklaban with a nice head shot there.
Aklaban throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Aklaban looking to sit in guard and control but Zack gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Aklaban pulls Zack in close to his closed guard and prevents Zack from doing any damage or advancing position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zack throwing strikes but missing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Amir Aklaban dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Aklaban instigates a clinch.
Zack pressing his opponent against the cage.
Aklaban gets through Zack's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#TD#
Aklaban works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Zack is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Aklaban's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Aklaban has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Aklaban postures up and lands a big shot to Zack's brow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aklaban postures up and lands a big shot to Zack's brow.
Zack is breathing heavily.
Aklaban postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Aklaban controls from within his opponent's guard.
Aklaban working some strikes from top position.#T1#
Aklaban with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Aklaban working some strikes from top position.
Aklaban keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zack's head.
Aklaban landing some decent shots from guard. #ROC#
Zack is rocked!
Aklaban postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Zack is still in real trouble! Can Aklaban finish him?
Aklaban loads up on a big left hand. Zack felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Aklaban looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Zack can't hide his disappointment, as Aklaban celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Amir Aklaban!

Event: FFA 13: Khan vs Jackson
Date: Apr 01, 2017

#R1#
Kovalenko shoots in for a double leg but Ellesworth sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ellesworth throws a fast counter high kick but Kovalenko manages to duck under it in time.
James Ellesworth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ellesworth stuffs the takedown attempt from Kovalenko. Kovalenko gets slowly back to his feet.
Good leg kick by Ellesworth there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kovalenko on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ellesworth lands a leg kick that knocks Kovalenko off balance momentarily.
Kovalenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalenko throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ellesworth tries to close the distance and clinch but Kovalenko swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ellesworth takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kovalenko chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ellesworth can pounce on him. #T1#
Kovalenko throws a series of punches but Ellesworth avoids them all with ease.
Ellesworth takes a swing at Kovalenko's ribcage but misses.
Ellesworth tries to close the distance and clinch but Kovalenko swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ellesworth explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kovalenko is breathing heavily.
Ellesworth jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kovalenko tries to counter with a takedown but Ellesworth is quick to defend against it.
Kovalenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Kovalenko shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ellesworth defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Koslov Kovalenko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovalenko tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ellesworth defends well and Kovalenko ends up having to push Ellesworth into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
James Ellesworth is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ellesworth dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kovalenko. That did some damage!#T2#
Kovalenko avoids the head kick by Ellesworth.
Kovalenko attempts a counter takedown but Ellesworth avoids it well and moves away.
Ellesworth throws a body punch but Kovalenko moves out of range.
Kovalenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ellesworth.#KD2#
Ellesworth lands a big head kick that sends Kovalenko tumbling to the mat! Ellesworth takes a step backwards and waves Kovalenko back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#
It looks like Koslov Kovalenko has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!#KD2#
Ellesworth cracks Kovalenko with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Kovalenko looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Ellesworth finish him? #ROC2#
Kovalenko is rocked!
Ellesworth jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oh Kovalenko is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kovalenko tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kovalenko seems to have got his legs back now.
Kovalenko swats away the attempt to clinch by Ellesworth.
Kovalenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ellesworth.#T3#
Kovalenko misses with a wild body shot.
Ellesworth shapes to counter with a head kick.
Ellesworth tries to clinch but Kovalenko is having none of it.
Kovalenko swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kovalenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kovalenko throws a series of punches but Ellesworth avoids them all with ease.
Kovalenko uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ellesworth has time to react.
Kovalenko uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ellesworth tries to clinch up but Kovalenko circles away and keeps his distance.
Kovalenko chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ellesworth can pounce on him.
Ellesworth misses with an uppercut. Kovalenko saw that one coming.
Ellesworth has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Kovalenko on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T4#
Ellesworth tries a head kick but it misses.
Kovalenko scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ellesworth tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kovalenko paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ellesworth is looking to clinch.
Kovalenko shoots in and drives through. Ellesworth sprawls well.
Ellesworth keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ellesworth now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ellesworth dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kovalenko. That did some damage!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kovalenko blocks a jab.
Kovalenko takes a kick to the side of the head.
Ellesworth throws a sloppy head kick and Kovalenko moves out of range easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

James Ellesworth dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Koslov Kovalenko's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Ellesworth throws a push kick but Kovalenko slaps the foot to one side.
Kovalenko feinted with a counter takedown.
Ellesworth uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kovalenko.
Ellesworth flicks out a counter leg kick but Kovalenko steps away.
Ellesworth tries to clinch there but Kovalenko circles away. #CL2#
Ellesworth takes the fight into the clinch.
Kovalenko is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ellesworth lands a body punch.
Ellesworth scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Ellesworth avoiding damage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Ellesworth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ellesworth taking a breather.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ellesworth effectively controlling the action here.#T1#
Ellesworth utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Ellesworth lands a nice knee to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ellesworth creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kovalenko has been working on his balance at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Ellesworth.
Ellesworth utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Ellesworth softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ellesworth slowing the pace effectively.
Ellesworth utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Kovalenko takes a knee to the side of the body.
James Ellesworth seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ellesworth is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Ellesworth is stalling here. #T2#
Ellesworth scores a nice knee to the body.
Ellesworth working Kovalenko over with knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ellesworth landing some nice looking knees to the body.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Ellesworth unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Ellesworth putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Kovalenko in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Ellesworth leaning his opponent against the cage.
Ellesworth misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Ellesworth using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Ellesworth tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Ellesworth - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Ellesworth using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Ellesworth working Kovalenko over with knees to the body.
Ellesworth landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
The referee is keeping an eye on Ellesworth - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Ellesworth lands a nice knee to the body.
Ellesworth has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ellesworth effectively controlling the action here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by James Ellesworth.
An inside leg kick lands from Ellesworth. #T4#
Ellesworth scores with a jab to the head.
Kovalenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ellesworth looks to land a combination but Kovalenko avoids it well.
Ellesworth connects with a nice looking jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ellesworth fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kovalenko.
Kovalenko cracks Ellesworth with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kovalenko looks to throw the jab but Ellesworth is out of range.
Ellesworth dodges the punch combination from Kovalenko.
Ellesworth raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

James Ellesworth showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Koslov Kovalenko's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Ellesworth connects with a solid leg kick.
Ellesworth swings for the body but Kovalenko moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ellesworth looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kovalenko attempts a counter takedown but Ellesworth avoids it well and moves away.
Ellesworth thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kovalenko if he has to take too many more of those.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ellesworth jabs Kovalenko to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ellesworth feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kovalenko's calf.
Ellesworth plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kovalenko. #T1#
Ellesworth is looking to reverse the position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kovalenko lands a nice forearm strike.
Kovalenko scoring with punches from side control.
Kovalenko grinds an elbow into Ellesworth's temple.
Kovalenko sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Ellesworth is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kovalenko is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Kovalenko in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ellesworth can do anything to dispel that myth.
Ellesworth is trying to control Kovalenko's posture but Kovalenko avoids it.
Kovalenko happy to just control the position for now.
James Ellesworth is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Kovalenko in side control, throwing shots but Ellesworth defends.
Ellesworth is letting Kovalenko control him for a moment.
Kovalenko seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ellesworth for as long as he can get away with.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ellesworth takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Kovalenko controls the position.
Ellesworth is looking to regain half guard here but Kovalenko keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Kovalenko is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ellesworth is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
Kovalenko throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Kovalenko in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Ellesworth is looking for a sweep.
Check out the look on Kovalenko's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kovalenko lands a decent elbow from side control.
Ellesworth takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Kovalenko working away.
Kovalenko connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Ellesworth some visible discomfort.
Ellesworth is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kovalenko connects with a decent elbow.
Ellesworth wants to control but Kovalenko postures up.
Koslov Kovalenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Kovalenko looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kovalenko throws an elbow but Ellesworth slips to the side and avoids it well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ellesworth is letting Kovalenko control him for a moment.
Ellesworth tries to bench press Kovalenko off him but Kovalenko keeps the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Koslov Kovalenko showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ellesworth 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:29
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Ellesworth!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 27, 2017

#R1##TD#
Zinsou shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Siompinong is trying to defend but Zinsou finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Siompinong is trying to escape back to his feet but Zinsou uses the scramble to pass into side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Siompinong tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Siompinong is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Zinsou is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Zinsou controlling his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Siompinong can't escape the position.
Zinsou controlling from the full mount.
Zinsou takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here. #T1#
Zinsou keeps control of the position easily here as Siompinong tries to buck him off. #SUB#
Zinsou has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Siompinong has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Siompinong trying to control but not successfully.
Siompinong is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Zinsou is staying active.#SUB#
Zinsou has the hooks in. Siompinong is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Zinsou passes his arm under Siompinong's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Siompinong taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Yayi Zinsou!

Event: FFA 12: Bishop vs Studge
Date: Mar 25, 2017

#R1#
Ribeiro digs a good body shot into Cebu's ribs.
Nice uppercut there from Cebu.#TD#
Ribeiro drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Ribeiro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ribeiro passes Cebu's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ribeiro is looking to advance position but Cebu won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro moves into full mount! Cebu won't be happy about that!
Ribeiro controlling his opponent. #T1#
Ribeiro has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ribeiro misses with a head shot.
Ribeiro is landing with some decent strikes but Cebu is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Ribeiro sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Ribeiro throws some shoulder strikes here and then postures up. Oh, he's gone for an armbar! Cebu has his hands clasped together but Ribeiro breaks the hold and Cebu is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over! That was lightning fast by Ribeiro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jonas Ribeiro!

Event: Total War 3
Date: Mar 10, 2017

#R1#
Aklaban gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Baumann.
Amir Aklaban seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baumann lands a really nice looking cross but Aklaban seems unphased.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Aklaban is defended easily by Baumann.
Baumann with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Baumann plants his feet and throws a brutal three punch combo that sends Aklaban swiftly into unconsciousness! Right, left, right! Boom, boom, boom! Aklaban face plants, battered and bloodied! He might never be the same again after that finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Adam Baumann!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 28, 2017

#R1#
Kasvi moves out of range of the strikes.
Aklaban swings widly with a right hand
and Kasvi counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Aklaban has eaten all the pies!
Aklaban misses with a right hand
and Kasvi counters with a straight right hand.
Kasvi scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Aklaban looks to land a right hand but Kasvi moved out of range.
Aklaban swings widly with a right hand
and Kasvi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kasvi lands a slapping body shot.
Aklaban is sent reeling backwards by a solid uppercut. He barely regains his balance and Kasvi moves in for the kill throwing a continuous barrage of punches that force the ref to step in.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jyrki Kasvi!
Jyrki Kasvi thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 27, 2017

#R1#
Miller moves to clinch but Dorkin breaks away
and Dorkin counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2#
Miller gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Miller blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Miller.
A hook to the body from Miller.
Miller leaning against his opponent.
Miller cracks Dorkin with a nice body shot.
Dorkin is breathing heavily.
Dorkin takes a shot to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Jamal Dorkin has been cut.
Dorkin could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Miller lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from Miller.
Miller creates a bit of distance and unloads a huge uppercut that knocks Dorkin out cold! The ref dives in to break up the two fighters! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Freddie Miller!

Event: FFA 8: Bishop vs Waves
Date: Feb 25, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Ribeiro clinches. #TD#
Brown ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Brown no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Ribeiro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
It looks like Ribeiro might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Ribeiro postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Brown is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ribeiro defends well.#T1##SUB#
Brown has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ribeiro is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Brown.
Ribeiro scoring with punches and elbows.
Ribeiro controlling the position.
Brown is looking to regain half guard here but Ribeiro keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A lull in the action here as Ribeiro stalls from top position.
Ribeiro scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Brown to see if he's OK.#T2#
Brown is trying to escape the position but Ribeiro is controlling the position.
Brown can't do much from the bottom here.
Brown is looking to regain half guard here but Ribeiro keeps moving and retains side control.
Ribeiro is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Brown's shoulder. That is not cool.
Brown pushes Ribeiro away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Ribeiro gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Ribeiro cracks Brown with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T3#
Brown tries to improve position but can't.
Ribeiro working the body and head with strikes.
Ribeiro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Brown dodges the ground and pound from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro is staying tight to Brown's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Brown struggling a bit here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Ribeiro connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Brown some visible discomfort.
Brown tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribeiro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Brown trying to remain calm as Ribeiro controls from the top position.
Ribeiro cracks Brown with a big right hand but Brown just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Brown tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ribeiro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ribeiro grinds an elbow into Brown's temple.
Brown throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribeiro throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Ribeiro controlling the position.
Ribeiro's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jonas Ribeiro 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#
Ribeiro fails with the takedown.
Brown looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A jab from Ribeiro finds it's way through Brown's defenses. #CL2#
Ribeiro pushes Brown up against the cage in a clinch.
Brown looks to throw an elbow but misses. #TD2#
Ribeiro has Brown pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Ribeiro pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Brown tumbling to the mat - Ribeiro dives into Brown's guard.#SUB#
Brown is looking for a triangle but Ribeiro pushes his legs off easily.
Ribeiro is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Brown is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ribeiro is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Ribeiro is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ribeiro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brown is keeping the position for now.
Brown wants to sweep here but Ribeiro controlling him for the moment.
Ribeiro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Ribeiro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ribeiro slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Brown escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ribeiro gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ribeiro wants to pass the guard but Brown is keeping the position.
Ribeiro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ribeiro keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Brown's head.#T3#
Ribeiro tries to free his leg and advance position but Brown is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Brown is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ribeiro defends well.
Ribeiro passes into half guard.
Ribeiro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ribeiro performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Brown looking for submissions off his back.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#CL2#
Ribeiro has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ribeiro lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Brown.
Brown has Ribeiro pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ribeiro manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Ribeiro is trying to trip Brown. He has hold of a leg but Brown is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Ribeiro persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Ribeiro slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ribeiro is pushing down on Brown's leg trying to pass to half guard. Brown is fighting to maintain full guard but Ribeiro has managed to sneak the leg through.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribeiro lands with a punch from half guard.
Ribeiro looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jonas Ribeiro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3##TD2#
Ribeiro scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
You can see the frustration on Brown's face as Ribeiro controls the position.
Brown prevents Ribeiro from moving into mount.
Brown misses with a strike from the bottom.#SUB2#
Ribeiro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ribeiro lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Brown down.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown wants to get back to his feet but Ribeiro is dominant here and he's now got Brown's back!
Brown trying to control the position but Ribeiro manages to sink in the hooks.
Brown is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Ribeiro. #T1#
Brown tries to escape but Ribeiro has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Ribeiro is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Ribeiro controlling from the back.
Ribeiro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ribeiro looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Brown is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #T2#
Brown grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Ribeiro scores with punches to the body.
Ribeiro throwing damaging strikes from the back! Brown could be in trouble here!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #T3#
Ribeiro lands a shot to the body.
Ribeiro lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Brown trying to control the hands but Ribeiro breaks the grip.
Ribeiro controlling from the back.#SUB2#
Brown won't enjoy being in this position. Ribeiro looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Brown is tapping - it's over boys! Ribeiro picks up the submission victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jonas Ribeiro!

Event: FFA 7: Ekaku vs Smith
Date: Feb 18, 2017

#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Kovalenko. No joy for Bagov on that attempt.
Bagov tries for a takedown but Kovalenko circles away easily
and Kovalenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Kovalenko looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bagov is trying to maintain the position but Kovalenko is very close to passing his half guard.
Kovalenko trying to control the action but Bagov is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bagov wants to control but Kovalenko is keeping busy. #SUB#
Bagov actively working from the bottom here.
Bagov tries to roll over but Kovalenko keeps him under control.#T1#
Bagov is pressing down on Kovalenko's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kovalenko not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kovalenko wants to control from the top but Bagov keeps moving.
Kovalenko preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Bagov has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Kovalenko should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Bagov has tightened it up now! Kovalenko should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ali Bagov!
Ali Bagov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: FFA 5: Rising Up
Date: Feb 04, 2017

#R1#
Ribeiro tries to close the distance and clinch but Waves swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Waves ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Waves.
Ribeiro looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Ribeiro has managed to clinch.
Ribeiro jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Waves walks away with a smile on his face. Ribeiro gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Waves connects with a body shot.
Ribeiro moves in looking to clinch but Waves pushes him off.
Waves scores with a body shot.
Waves lands the left hand.
Ribeiro tries for a takedown but Waves circles away easily
and Waves counters with a stiff right hand.
Waves digs a good body shot into Ribeiro's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ribeiro closes the distance looking to clinch
and Waves connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Waves throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ribeiro wants to clinch up but Waves keeps it at a distance.
Waves lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Ribeiro falls backwards - clearly groggy! Waves dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Trent Waves!

Event: FFA 4: Mekovic vs Ekaku
Date: Jan 28, 2017

#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kovalenko.
Khan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Khan keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Koslov Kovalenko has been cut.
Kovalenko definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kovalenko could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Kovalenko takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kovalenko walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Khan! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Billy Khan!
Billy Khan is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 17, 2017

#R1#
Dorkin catches Adams with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dorkin throws a hook but Adams avoids it easily.
Dorkin throws a right hand that Adams ducks under and follows up with a left that Adams also avoids with ease.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Adams has a couple of punches blocked by Dorkin.
Dorkin blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Adams.
Dorkin can't break the clinch.
Adams lands a body shot in the clinch.
Dorkin looks winded!
Adams digs a right hand into Dorkin's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dorkin's gas tank.
Adams presses Dorkin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Adams digs a right hand underneath Dorkin's ribcage. Dorkin let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adams lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Adams lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dorkin or not.
Adams makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice body punch from Adams - that landed with a thud.
Adams lands a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Adams. #T1#
A short right from Adams on the inside. #ROC#
Dorkin is rocked!
Adams creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Dorkin with a big uppercut! Dorkin tries to clinch up but Adams pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Dorkin to the mat! Dorkin covers up and Adams unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Rodney Adams!
An out of breath Rodney Adams thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 15, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Coldbane clinches.
A hook to the body from Coldbane.
Aklaban drops down looking for an ankle pick but Coldbane pulls his leg out and moves away.
Coldbane looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#CL2#
Coldbane gets a clinch.
Coldbane lands a nice shot to the body.
Coldbane lands with a short shot to the head.
Aklaban tries to score a body lock takedown but Coldbane shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Aklaban is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amir Aklaban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aklaban is looking for a takedown.
Aklaban is breathing heavily.
Coldbane lands a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Coldbane.
Good body shot from Coldbane.
A right hand to the body from Coldbane.
Coldbane lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A right hand to the body from Coldbane.
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!
Coldbane lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Aklaban.
A short body shot lands from Coldbane as the two fighters clinch.
Aklaban really is a fat lump.
Coldbane lands with a light punch inside.
Coldbane lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Coldbane pushes Aklaban back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #KD2#
Coldbane drops Aklaban onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Aklaban is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2#
Aklaban is rocked!
Coldbane pushes Aklaban against the cage. Coldbane is working some dirty boxing. Coldbane pushes off with a quick right hook! Aklaban goes down! Aklaban tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Coldbane moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Coldbane!
After the fight, Jack Coldbane was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 12, 2017

#R1##TD2#
Aklaban decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Aklaban takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Aklaban working the head and body with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Jackson looking for submissions off his back.
Aklaban working over Jackson with some ground and pound. Jackson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Aklaban is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Aklaban looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Aklaban is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Aklaban sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Aklaban scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ground and pound from Aklaban.
Aklaban trying to control the pace.
Aklaban lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Aklaban perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Aklaban is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jackson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Aklaban lands with a punch from half guard.
Aklaban has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Aklaban lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jackson is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Aklaban is trying to work for a kimura but Jackson is defending well.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Aklaban connects with a nice short shot to Jackson's temple.
Aklaban winds up and cracks Jackson with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nice strikes from Aklaban there.
Aklaban is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC2#
Jackson is rocked!#SUB2#
Aklaban is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jackson sees it coming and defends easily.
Aklaban slips a nice elbow through Jackson's hands, connecting with Jackson's forehead.
Oh Jackson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jackson has hold of Aklaban's hands but Aklaban slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Aklaban lands a big elbow - Jackson is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Aklaban!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Amir Aklaban!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 10, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Coldbane rushes Dorkin and presses him up against the cage.
Dorkin has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Coldbane misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dorkin has had enough of the clinch but Coldbane keeps him there for the moment.
Coldbane looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Coldbane swings wildly with an uppercut but Dorkin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dorkin could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Dorkin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dorkin has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Coldbane doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Coldbane lands a hook that snaps the head of Dorkin backwards.
Dorkin wants to break free but Coldbane has control.
Coldbane doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from Coldbane. #CUT2#
It looks like Jamal Dorkin has been cut.
Coldbane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coldbane dips a shoulder and cracks Dorkin with a mighty uppercut! Dorkin falls back against the cage and Coldbane unloads with a barrage of strikes! Dorkin 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 - Coldbane screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Coldbane!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 08, 2017

#R1##CL#
Crazy Horse has closed the distance and engaged Aklaban in a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Crazy Horse.
Crazy Horse digs a right hand into Aklaban's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Aklaban's gas tank.
Aklaban looks winded!
A nice left hand lands by Crazy Horse.
Crazy Horse stops a takedown attempt from Aklaban.
Crazy Horse lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Crazy Horse creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Aklaban's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Aklaban drops to his knees and Crazy Horse pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chief Crazy Horse!
Chief Crazy Horse made sure to mention his sponsor, Kalashnikov Nutrition & Supplements (160Q) in his post fight interview.

Home

What is MMA Tycoon?

Forgot Details

MMA Affiliate Program