MMA Tycoon Game
Help!

Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 04, 2019
#R1#
Ragozin shoots and misses
and Miyata counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Miyata stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Miyata wants it to stay on the feet.
Ragozin with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Miyata counters with a nice double leg into side control. Ragozin won't be happy with that.
Kira Miyata has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vitaly Ragozin.
Miyata controlling the position.
Ragozin really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Miyata. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Miyata continues to stall.
Miyata working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragozin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Ragozin's face as Miyata controls the position. #T1#
More hug and hope from Miyata.
We've been hearing that Miyata has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Ragozin tries to bench press Miyata off him but Miyata keeps the position.
Ragozin taking punishment in the form of punches.
Ragozin seems a little lost for a moment, as Miyata dominates the positioning.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyata has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Miyata scoring with punches from side control.
Ragozin is trying to control Miyata's posture but Miyata avoids it.
Miyata looks up at the clock and then as Ragozin takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Miyata smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Miyata is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Miyata'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.
Ragozin is looking for a sweep.#T3#
A lull in the action here.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB#
Miyata wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ragozin, who protects the arm well.
Miyata has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Miyata grinds an elbow into Ragozin's temple.
Ragozin being controlled for a moment.
Ragozin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Miyata wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Ragozin tries to escape but Miyata is in control.
Ragozin takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #ROC#
Ragozin is rocked!
Ragozin taking punishment in the form of punches.
Ragozin is still in real trouble! Can Miyata finish him?
Miyata remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #SUB#
Miyata in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Ragozin is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kira Miyata!
After winning the bout, Kira Miyata thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: GC 251     
Date:   Oct 17, 2018
#R1#
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Jernit misses with a leg kick.
Miyata checks the leg kick nicely there.
Miyata moves out of range as Jernit strikes.
Miyata misses the shot to the body.
Jernit blocks a jab.
Jernit throws a body punch but Miyata moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target. #TD2#
Jernit gets caught napping as Miyata dives in and scores a takedown. Jernit manages to retain guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Jernit controlling the position.
Miyata pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jernit is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Jernit keeps moving.
Jernit is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
Jernit wants to sweep here but Miyata controlling him for the moment.
Miyata content to stall in guard here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Jernit tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Miyata slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jernit has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Runts Academy in the buildup to the fight.
Jernit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jernit takes a swing at Miyata's ribcage but misses.
Miyata looks to land a right hand but Jernit moved out of range.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jernit.
Miyata lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jernit throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jernit lands a nice leg kick that just misses Miyata's sensitive parts.
Miyata fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Miyata shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Miyata showed some decent athleticism there.
Miyata missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Jernit is trying to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Miyata seems content to control.#SUB2#
Miyata is working for an americana but Jernit has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Miyata was thinking about the submission.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Jernit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Jernit controlling the position.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Jernit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miyata won't allow Jernit to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jernit trying to control the position.
Miyata content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Miyata is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Miyata is pushing down on Jernit's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jernit is fighting to maintain full guard but Miyata has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Miyata is looking to stall here but Jernit recovers full guard.
Miyata is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Miyata trying to control but Jernit is working from the bottom.
Miyata postures up.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Jernit keeps moving.
Jernit wants to sweep here but Miyata controlling him for the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Miyata stopping the sweep attempt from Jernit.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Jernit.
Miyata has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Jernit's head but Jernit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jernit slips a jab from Miyata.
Jernit is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jernit does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Jernit slips under a jab from Miyata.
A slow jab from Jernit misses its intended target.
Jernit looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jab from Miyata.
Miyata slips under a jab.
Jernit slaps away a takedown attempt from Miyata, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Jernit is looking to counter punch.
Jernit lands an overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jernit throws a big shot that misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jernit. That's going to slow Miyata down.
Jernit looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Miyata fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T1#
Jernit is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jernit is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jernit throws a right hand that Miyata ducks under and follows up with a left that Miyata also avoids with ease.
Jernit connects with a good right hand that stumbles Miyata. Miyata circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Jernit slips a straight right by Miyata.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata fails with a takedown attempt.
Bunt Jernit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
Jernit connects with a single shot there.
Jernit takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jernit thuds a left hand into Miyata's body.
Bunt Jernit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miyata will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jernit tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Miyata manages to circle out of the way.#T2#
Jernit cracks Miyata with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jernit throws a good cross that connects.
Miyata digs a good body shot into Jernit's ribs.
Jernit avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Bunt Jernit is winning the standup battle so far.
Jernit misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Miyata counters with a nice double leg into side control. Jernit won't be happy with that.
Jernit tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jernit wants to control but Miyata postures up.
Miyata postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Jernit is not content to let Miyata control the position.
Miyata throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T3#
Miyata tries to advance to mount but can't.
Jernit is looking to reverse the position.
Miyata working away.
Jernit knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Miyata on the ground.
Miyata landing a few strikes.
Miyata working the head and body with strikes.
Kira Miyata has got the better of the ground game so far.
Miyata misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Miyata working the ground and pound from side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Jernit manages to work his way to half guard, despite Miyata's best efforts.
Jernit wants to get back to full guard.
Jernit avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Miyata.
Miyata seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4#
Jernit is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Miyata jumps into side control!
Jernit tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Miyata wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Jernit is not content to let Miyata control the position.
Miyata scores with punches from side control.
Jernit sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Miyata has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Miyata passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Jernit!
Miyata tries to control but Jernit wriggling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kira Miyata will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Jernit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Miyata swings away with a body shot that misses #CL#
and Jernit counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Jernit.
Miyata lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jernit backwards.
Jernit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Miyata.
A short uppercut from Jernit.
Jernit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Jernit misses with a body punch.
Jernit lands with a short shot to the head.
Jernit lands a right hand.
Miyata goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jernit prevents it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jernit.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jernit.
Jernit lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jernit lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Miyata breaks the clinch.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata takes a swing at Jernit's ribcage but misses.
Miyata tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1#
Miyata checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jernit throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Jernit sizes up Miyata with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jernit misses with an uppercut.
Jernit loads up on a big right hand but Miyata slips the punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Jernit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miyata lands a head shot.
Miyata displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jernit throws out the jab.
Miyata changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Miyata connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Miyata misses with an uppercut
and Jernit counters with a left to the body.
Miyata connects with a jab.
Jernit moves out of range as Miyata strikes.
Jernit misses with a straight left.
Jernit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jernit fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miyata scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T2#
Miyata tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jernit defends well and Miyata ends up having to push Jernit into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Miyata avoids the head kick by Jernit.
Jernit connects with a nice looking jab.
Nice sprawl there from Jernit as Miyata shoots in.
It looked like Jernit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bunt Jernit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
Jernit will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Miyata's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jernit under the eye.
Jernit bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Miyata's head backwards.
Miyata throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Miyata swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Jernit counter with a right hand.
Jernit turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A low kick from Jernit is predictable there
and Miyata counters with a left to the body.
Jernit lands with a cross.
The fighters circling - Miyata throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miyata dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Jernit is out of range.
Miyata swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Jernit.
Miyata drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Jernit defends it well.
Miyata with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Miyata misses with a double jab
and Jernit counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nice body punch from Miyata.
Miyata walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jernit checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Miyata's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jernit attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jernit misses with a double jab
and Miyata counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Jernit saw that one coming.
Jernit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jab from Jernit.
Miyata uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jernit.
Miyata missing with a left hand there. Jernit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jernit is looking to counter the offense by Miyata and move into the clinch.
Jernit pivots, looking for a leg kick but Miyata is out of range and Jernit settles back down.
Miyata shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T4#
Miyata tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jernit defends well and Miyata ends up having to push Jernit into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jernit misses with a series of wild punches.
Miyata takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jernit gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Miyata.
Jernit throws a right and a left that both miss.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Miyata is defended easily by Jernit.
A shot to the body from Jernit misses
and Miyata counters with a stiff right hand.
Jernit clobbers Miyata with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Miyata moves out of range of the leg kick from Jernit.#TD2#
Miyata scores with a takedown into Jernit's guard.
Miyata in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bunt Jernit clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Miyata throws a hook but Jernit blocks it.
Jernit takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A shot to the liver by Jernit. Beautiful body shot.
Jernit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Miyata sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jernit connects with a looping right hand.
Good shot there by Miyata.
Jernit lands a head shot.
Jernit tries a head kick but it misses.
Miyata takes a jab right on the kisser.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jernit.
Jernit jabs Miyata right on the nose. Miyata blinks but takes it well.
Miyata throws a lazy right hand but Jernit sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jernit fires out a quick counter leg kick but Miyata just manages to avoid it.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Jernit.
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!
Jernit fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Miyata moves away from the strike by Jernit.
Jernit moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Jernit appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1#
Jernit lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jernit.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jernit.
Miyata bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jernit's head.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jernit.
Jernit pivots, looking for a leg kick but Miyata is out of range and Jernit settles back down.
Miyata has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jernit clobbers Miyata with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Miyata doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jernit counters with a low kick, right behind Miyata 's knee.
Jernit lands a head shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Jernit tried to score with a low kick but Miyata checks it.
Miyata throws an off balance right hand #CL#
and Jernit counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Jernit tries a knee to the head but Miyata blocks it. #TD2#
Miyata has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Jernit clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#ES#
Miyata has his opponent's back but Jernit is looking to stand. He manages to get to his feet and shakes off Miyata. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Miyata has his takedown stuffed
and Miyata takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jernit takes a swing at Miyata's ribcage but misses.
Good exchange - Jernit coming out on top.
Jernit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Miyata.
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
and Jernit counters with a straight right hand.
Jernit avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Miyata connects with a right hand. Jernit shakes it off.
Miyata scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jernit in his tracks.
Miyata lands the left hand.
Miyata connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jernit momentarily.
Jernit defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Miyata.
Bunt Jernit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Miyata.
Jernit appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jernit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Miyata sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Jernit misses with an uppercut.
Jernit tries to score with a low kick but Miyata moves his leg out of the way.
Jernit is looking to score with low kicks.
That kick from Jernit tenderised Miyata's leg. Miyata is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jernit buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Miyata throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jernit.
Jernit throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Jernit throws a hook but Miyata avoids it easily.
Jernit motions for Miyata to come forward. Jernit throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Jernit.
Miyata misses with a takedown attempt
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Miyata misses with a hook. Jernit ducked under it nicely.
Miyata misses with a straight left. #T4#
Miyata misses with a hook.
Jernit looks to land a right hand but Miyata moved out of range.
Miyata feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jernits jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Miyata moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jernit wants to land a leg kick but Miyata is out of range.
Jernit throws a leg kick but Miyata checks it.
Jernit pivots, looking for a leg kick but Miyata is out of range and Jernit settles back down.
Jernit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyata.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jernit throws a head kick that misses.
Miyata checks a leg kick.
Miyata digs a good body shot into Jernit's ribs.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jernit.
Jernit rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Miyata cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jernit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
Jernit tried to counter with a leg kick but Miyata avoided it.
Jernit lands a really nice looking cross but Miyata seems unphased.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bunt Jernit had his way with Kira Miyata in that round.
That's time! Jernit's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Miyata blocks a low kick nicely.
A good leg kick by Jernit.
Jernit lands with a right hand.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Jernit.
Jernit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jernit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD2#
Miyata dives in and scores a takedown into Jernit's guard.
Miyata in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Miyata looking to pass the guard.
Miyata slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Jernit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jernit lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
Jernit passes Miyata's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Jernit is looking to advance position but Miyata won't allow it.
Miyata tries to roll over but Jernit keeps him under control.
Jernit wants to lay and pray for a moment but Miyata keeps working.
Miyata has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Jernit is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Miyata is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Miyata trying to hold on to Jernit's head to control him but Jernit postures up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Miyata manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Jernit trying to control the position from guard on top but Miyata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miyata is controlling Jernit's posture.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Jernit pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Miyata is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Miyata stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Miyata scores with a shot to the body.
Jernit connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jernit lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jernit moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Jernit lands a head shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Jernit, right into the meat.
Miyata fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Miyata slips a straight right by Jernit.
Miyata blocks a head kick by Jernit.
Miyata let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD2#
Miyata manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Jernit on his heels. He'll look to pass Jernit's guard now, I'm sure.
Jernit has his hands on Miyata's head, controlling the position. #T4#
Jernit wants to sweep here but Miyata controlling him for the moment.
Jernit trying to keep a closed guard but Miyata is proving a slippery customer.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Jernit keeps moving.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jernit controls Miyata momentarily but Miyata frees himself.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata being controlled here momentarily.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Bunt Jernit.
I think Jernit has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 48:48
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 48:47
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Bunt Jernit!

Bunt Jernit is the new featherweight champion!
A very excited looking Bunt Jernit made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: GC 245     
Date:   Sep 26, 2018
#R1#
Miyata shoots in for a double leg but Ho sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Miyata takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Miyata dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Ho as Miyata shoots in.
Ho fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Miyata.
Ho on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ho ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.#TD#
Miyata closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES2#
Ho sneaks out the side door and pushes Miyata away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good standup being displayed there by Ho as he connects with a hook.
Ho's jab looks to have found its range, popping Miyata under the eye.
Miyata drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ho scores with a jab.
A jab from Ho finds it's way through Miyata's defenses.
Ho scores with a jab to the body.
Miyata bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ho lands with a hook. Miyata tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ho has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A swing and a miss from Miyata.
A head kick misses from Ho. #T1#
Ho lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ho misses with an uppercut. Miyata saw that one coming.
Miyata walks into a left hand.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Ho.
Phat Ho is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miyata misses the jab.
Ho scoring well with a low kick there.
Ho on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ho takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Miyata misses with a straight right.
Decent striking displayed by Ho there.
Miyata avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ho throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Miyata lands with a straight right. Ho didn't see that one coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miyata takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Miyata moves away from the strike by Ho.
Ho throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Miyata misses with a straight left.
Ho let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T2#
Ho throws a hook to the side of Miyata's head but Miyata sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ho feints and then cracks Miyata's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Miyata down.
Miyata avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD#
Miyata shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Ho desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Miyata is looking for a kimura but Ho is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Miyata to get the leverage.
Ho slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Miyata throws a big elbow that misses. #ES2#
Ho is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T3#
Miyata throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hos head. #BC2#
Ho manages to break the clinch.
Phat Ho seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata lunges at Ho with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ho's hand.
Miyata fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ho looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Ho's shoulder, as Ho tries to avoid the shot.
Ho scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Miyata moves out of range of the leg kick from Ho.
Miyata tries for a takedown but Ho sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ho lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Miyata has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Miyata and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ho throws a leg kick but Miyata checks it.
Miyata goes for a double leg but Ho avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ho continues to drive forward.
Ho misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Miyata tries to counter with a takedown but Ho is quick to defend against it.
Ho with a hook.
Ho lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Miyata misses with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ho scores with a jab to the jaw.#T4#
Miyata shoots in looking for a takedown but Ho manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Miyata's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Miyata throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ho throws an off balance right hand
and Miyata counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ho moves out of range as Miyata strikes.
Ho fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Miyata has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Miyata ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ho moves away.
Miyata misses the jab.
Ho scores with a leg kick.
Ho thows a left - swing and a miss!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Miyata is defended easily by Ho.
Miyata fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ho avoids it really well and circles away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Miyata takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Phat Ho dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Good shot there by Ho.
Ho has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Miyata misses with a straight right.
Ho throws a leg kick but Miyata sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Miyata rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ho moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Miyata blocks a head kick by Ho.
Ho tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Miyata was well out of range. Poor timing from Ho.
Miyata fails with the takedown
and Ho connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Horrible takedown attempt by Miyata or perhaps it was just good defense by Ho, which made it look bad.
Ho looks to throw the jab but Miyata is out of range.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ho.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata slips under a jab.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Miyata.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jab, jab by Ho - just one landing.
Ho scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T1#
Ho ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Miyata moves away.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ho as he avoids it easily.
Ho lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Ho slips the punch.
Ho looks to land a left hand but Miyata moved out of range nicely.
Miyata looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ho looks to land a left hand but Miyata moved out of range nicely.
Ho wants to land a leg kick but Miyata is out of range.
Ho throws a jab but it's blocked by Miyata.
A big left from Miyata misses.
Ho connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ho moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ho delivers a nice body kick.
Miyata moves into range and connects with a jab.
Miyata swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ho! But no joy.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big left from Ho misses.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
Miyata with a hook.
Miyata scores with a nice strike.
Ho displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miyata throws out the jab.
Ho will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ho cracks Miyata with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ho stuffs the takedown attempt from Miyata. Miyata gets slowly back to his feet.
Ho slaps away a takedown attempt from Miyata, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ho stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ho wants it to stay on the feet.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown but Ho shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Miyata looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Ho moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Miyata uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ho.
Ho throws the left hand but Miyata avoids the punch easily.
Miyata fails to land the takedown.
Miyata fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ho.#T3#
The crowd cheers as Ho lands an impressive looking overhand right. Miyata doesn't seem phased though.
Miyata takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Ho.
Miyata takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ho uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Miyata has time to react.
Ho misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Ho fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ho avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Miyata fails to land the takedown.
Miyata fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ho buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ho.#TD#
Miyata feints and as Ho raises his hands in defense, Miyata changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#ES2#
Ho manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Ho blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ho tries to throw a body punch but Miyata avoids it by throwing Ho back against the cage. #T4#
Ho lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Miyata tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Miyata has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ho is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Miyata working hard to break the clinch.
Miyata's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Ho escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Miyata throws a big shot that misses.
Ho throws a leg kick but Miyata sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Miyata walks into a straight right hand from Ho.
A big left from Ho misses.
Miyata with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ho wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Miyata takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD#
Miyata looking to score a takedown here. Ho is defending well but Miyata drives through and ends up in Ho's guard.#ES2#
Ho has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Miyata is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Miyata is looking to take this one to the mat.
Miyata blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Phat Ho showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Ho scores with a jab.
Miyata displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ho throws out the jab.
Ho looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Miyata moves out of range as Ho strikes.
Miyata throws a jab when Ho was well out of range.
Ho throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ho defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Ho slips the punch.
Ho swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Miyata gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ho.
Nice defenses there by Ho.
Miyata throws a right hand that misses
and Ho counters with an outside leg kick.
Ho feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Miyatas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ho pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ho throws a leg kick but Miyata sees it coming and moves out of range.
Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ho clobbers Miyata with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Miyata on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ho. Ho obviously looking to wear him down.
Miyata is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ho moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T1#
Miyata walks into a left hand.
Miyata dives in for a single leg takedown but Ho sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Ho misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Ho scores with a nice body kick.
Miyata misses the jab.
Miyata takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Miyata throws a jab when Ho was well out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Ho. No joy for Miyata on that attempt.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Ho uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ho's corner calls for a 1-2. Ho obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ho connects with a crisp jab.
Miyata on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Miyata throws the left hand but Ho avoids the punch easily.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Ho displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miyata throws out the jab.
Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyata jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
Miyata ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ho moves away.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ho as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata closes the distance and clinches up with Ho, looking for a takedown. Miyata pushes Ho against the cage but Ho circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Miyata walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice shot lands for Ho.
Miyata misses with an uppercut.
Miyata closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ho circles away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A jab from Ho does it's job there.
Nice shot lands for Ho.
A jab from Ho misses.
Ho tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Miyata is able to avoid easily.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Ho uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ho throws a head kick that Miyata semi-blocks.
Miyata shoots in but Ho avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ho lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T3#
Ho smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Phat Ho seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ho.
Miyata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ho takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by Ho.
Ho pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Miyata wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Miyata throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ho lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ho does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Miyata fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ho avoids it really well and circles away.
Ho throws a solid leg kick but Miyata takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ho.
Ho misses with a head kick.
Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ho cracks the inside of Miyata's front leg. #T4#
Ho does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Miyata moves away from the strike by Ho.
Ho throws a hook to the side of Miyata's head but Miyata sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Miyata moves out of range of the leg kick from Ho.
Ho scores with a punch to the head.
Miyata lands a jab to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ho swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ho.
Ho scores with a jab to the jaw.
Miyata lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ho at a distance.
Ho takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Miyata uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ho.
Ho tests Miyata's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ho throws a big shot that misses.
Miyata tries to counter with a takedown but Ho is quick to defend against it.
Nice shot by Ho.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ho.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Phat Ho really dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
A swing and a miss from Ho.
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Ho saw that one coming.
Miyata closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ho circles away.
Ho throws a low kick, looking for Miyata's leg but Miyata calmly moves out of range.
Miyata will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Miyata takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ho swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Ho slips the punch.
Ho is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Miyata with a body shot.
Miyata swings widly with a right hand
enabling Ho to counter with a crisp jab.
Miyata blocks a low kick nicely.
Ho 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.
Miyata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Miyata bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ho connects with a body shot.
Ho scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ho lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Miyata moves forwards but Ho connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Ho throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ho.
Miyata drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Miyata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice jab there from Ho.
A head kick by Ho misses #TD#
and Miyata decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Ho's guard.#ES2#
Ho is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #BC2#
Ho's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Miyata shoots in looking for a takedown. Ho tries to sprawl out of it but Miyata keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ho manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ho ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Miyata moves away.
Miyata throws a leg kick
and Ho counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
A low kick from Ho is predictable there #TD#
and Miyata counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Miyata.
Ho looking for a sweep. Not yet Ho, not yet.
Ho pulls Miyata in to control the position.
Ho is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ho pulls Miyata in close to prevent any damage.
Miyata working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Phat Ho has got the better of the ground game so far.
Miyata lands a couple of digs.
Miyata preventing the sweep.
Ho 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#
Miyata wants to improve his position but Ho is controlling well. #T3#
Ho keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Miyata trying to control from the bottom.
Miyata wants to get back to full guard.
Miyata trying to hold on to Ho's head to control him but Ho postures up.
Ho seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Ho is taking a breather. Miyata says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#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.
Miyata gets full guard.
Miyata is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ho tries to stand but Miyata is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Miyata looking for a guillotine here but Ho defends easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Miyata is on top in guard. #REVR#
Ho keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Phat Ho dominated that fourth round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Nice sprawl there from Ho as Miyata shoots in.
Miyata misses the shot to the body.
Ho works the jab nicely.
Ho looks to land a right hand but Miyata moved out of range.
Miyata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ho sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ho! But no joy.
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Miyata keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ho throws out a leg kick but Miyata moves out of range and Ho only half commits.
Miyata throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ho counters with a slapping leg kick.
Ho bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ho throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ho catches Miyata with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ho throws a hook but Miyata avoids it easily.
Miyata fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ho lands a jab to the head. #T1#
Ho defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Miyata.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ho scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Miyata throws a hook but Ho blocks it.
Ho keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ho bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice sprawl there from Ho as Miyata shoots in.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ho.
Miyata's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ho connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Miyata scrambles back to his feet.
Ho works the jab nicely.
Miyata swings away with a body shot that misses
and Ho connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ho looks to land a left hand but Miyata moved out of range nicely.
Miyata walks into a left hand.
Ho misses the shot to the body.
Kira Miyata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##TD#
Miyata gets a takedown into half guard.
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!
Ho wants to get back to his feet.
Miyata wants to free his trapped foot but Ho is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ho makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ho.
Ho wants to sweep but no luck.
Phat Ho is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Miyata is looking to work some ground and pound but Ho has wrist control.
Ho is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ho 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#
Miyata makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Miyata.#T3#
Ho slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Ho slips nicely into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ho in particular looking to stall.
Ho is keen to just control but Miyata is a slippery customer.
Ho works his way into side control. #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.
Miyata tries to improve position but can't.
Ho happy to just control the position for now.
Miyata manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ho perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ho seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Miyata does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Miyata moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ho's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ho advances to half guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 45:50
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 45:50
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Phat Ho!

Phat Ho is the new featherweight champion!
Phat Ho seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: Gc 240     
Date:   Sep 08, 2018
#R1##TD#
Miyata looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Yaj controlling the position.
Miyata working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yaj has his hands on Miyata's head, controlling the position.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Yaj keeps moving.
Miyata throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Yaj works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Yaj's guard. #SUB#
Miyata is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Yaj has managed to free his arm - good work.
Yaj is holding on to half guard well.#T1#
Yaj wants to get back to full guard but Miyata has mounted him!
Yaj is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Miyata lands a big shot there that rocks Yaj but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Miyata trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We've been hearing that Miyata has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Miyata lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Miyata punishing his opponent with strikes.
Yaj tries to hold on but Miyata pushes him away. #T2#
Miyata cracks Yaj with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Miyata thowing shots but they're missing.
Miyata throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Yaj because Miyata loaded up on that one.
Yaj regains half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Miyata is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Yaj has managed to free his arm - good work.
Miyata is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Miyata throwing shots but Yaj is blocking nicely. #T3#
Miyata is keen to just control but Yaj is a slippery customer.
Miyata working the head and body with strikes.
Nice strikes from Miyata there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miyata trying to control the action but Yaj is working from the bottom.
Yaj trying to control but Miyata postures up.
Yaj is holding on to half guard well.
Miyata thows a huge punch but Yaj dodges it nicely. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Miyata drops an elbow to the side of Yaj's head.
Yaj is concentrating on defense, preventing Miyata from advancing position. #SUB#
Yaj is defending against the submission attempts here by Miyata.
Yaj slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Miyata trying to control but Yaj is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Yaj is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata 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#
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Yaj manages to avoid it.
Miyata throws a good cross that connects.
Yaj throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata misses with a shot to the body
and Yaj makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Miyata really felt that one!
A swing and a miss from Miyata.
Miyata lands a jab.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Yaj does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Yaj's shoulder, as Yaj tries to avoid the shot.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Yaj moved out of range nicely.
Yaj appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Yaj's head but Yaj sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch lands to the side of Miyata 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Miyata shoots in for a double leg but Yaj sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Miyata misses with a hook. Yaj ducked under it nicely.
Yaj steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Miyata.
Miyata blocks the body kick.
Miyata takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
Yaj misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Yaj throws a sloppy head kick and Miyata moves out of range easily.
Eon Yaj is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Yaj is out of range.
Miyata is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Yaj can do to turn this around?
Miyata catches Yaj with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD#
Miyata scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Yaj prevents Miyata from moving into mount.
Miyata trying to control the action but Yaj is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Miyata wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Yaj, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Miyata working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
Miyata works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Miyata tries to score with some ground and pound. Yaj controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Yaj dodges the ground and pound from Miyata.#SUB#
Miyata is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Yaj has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Miyata tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T3#
Miyata working away.
Yaj tries to bench press Miyata off him but Miyata keeps the position.
Yaj avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Miyata.
Miyata is chipping away with strikes.
Yaj manages to work his way to half guard, despite Miyata's best efforts.
Miyata trying to control from half guard but Yaj is working away.
Miyata looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T4#
Miyata winds up and cracks Yaj with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Miyata sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Yaj defending well though.
Yaj controlling the position for now.
Yaj wants to control but Miyata is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Miyata is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Miyata 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yaj moves away.
Yaj lands a high kick! #CUT2#
It looks like Kira Miyata has been cut.
Yaj with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Miyata to score with a decent uppercut.
Miyata scores with a nice strike.
Yaj misses with a hook.
Miyata feinted with a counter takedown.
Miyata throws a big shot that misses.
Yaj throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Miyata's head.#TD#
Miyata decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Yaj manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Miyata is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Miyata accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Yaj keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully. #T1#
Yaj has Miyata pulled in close to control his posture.
Yaj is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Miyata missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Miyata postures up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Miyata fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Eon Yaj seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Miyata misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Yaj just misses with a punch to the body.
Eon Yaj has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Yaj throws a head kick but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Yaj avoids it well and moves away.
Yaj takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Miyata throws a lazy right hand but Yaj sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Miyata fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yaj throws a low kick but it's checked well by Miyata.
Yaj throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range.
Miyata lands a jab to Yaj's midsection.
Miyata scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Miyata digs a good hook to Yaj's body.
Yaj ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Miyata moves away.#TD#
Miyata gets the takedown into side control. #T3##SUB#
Miyata wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Yaj, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Miyata goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Yaj rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Miyata's guard! Nice work there by Yaj! #SUB#
Miyata throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Yaj trying to control but Miyata is working from the bottom.
Yaj scoring with punches to the head and body. #T4##SUB#
Miyata throws his legs up looking for a submission but Yaj uses it to pass to side control.
Miyata tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Yaj connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Miyata some visible discomfort.
Miyata tries to buck Yaj off but Yaj is having none of it.
Yaj lands some shots froms side control.
Yaj is working Miyata over with some ground and pound from side control. #SUB2#
Yaj is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Miyata knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Eon Yaj.
I think Miyata has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kira Miyata!

A relieved looking Kira Miyata thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: GC 233     
Date:   Aug 18, 2018
#R1#
Hughes swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Hughes tries to sprawl but Miyata drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Hughes controlling the position well.
Hughes has hold of Miyata's hands but Miyata slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Hughes is doing well to control the position and prevent Miyata from advancing to side control.
Miyata stalling.
Hughes wants to control but Miyata is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hughes knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Hughes has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Miyata is working away from the top position though.
Miyata keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hughes is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Miyata winds up and cracks Hughes with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Miyata is thwarting Hughes's attempts to control the position.
Hughes blocking the ground and pound attempt from Miyata.
Hughes has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Miyata is working away from the top position though.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hughes is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Miyata is staying active.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Hughes is concentrating on defense, preventing Miyata from advancing position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Hughes saw that one coming.
Hughes throws out a counter right but Miyata avoids it with no problem.
Hughes pivots, looking for a leg kick but Miyata is out of range and Hughes settles back down.
Hughes throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Miyata jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hughes.
Hughes takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Miyata shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hughes defends it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Hughes on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T3#
Miyata takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Miyata fails with the takedown.
Miyata moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hughes shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hughes.
Bronson Hughes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hughes.
Miyata closes the distance and clinches up with Hughes, looking for a takedown. Miyata pushes Hughes against the cage but Hughes circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hughes avoids it really well and circles away.
Miyata blocks a jab.
Miyata was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Hughes.
Miyata uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hughes.
Hughes thows a left - swing and a miss!
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Hughes avoids it well and moves away.
Miyata lands the left hand.
Hughes ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Miyata blocks a jab.#T4#
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hughes.
Hughes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Miyata was well out of range. Poor timing from Hughes.
Hughes misses the jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hughes throws a big shot that misses.
Hughes misses with a low kick.
Hughes swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Miyata displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hughes throws out the jab.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Miyata jabs Hughes to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Miyata stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Miyata takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Hughes on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Miyata's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hughes under the eye.
Hughes has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Miyata finds it's way round the side to connect with Hughes's head.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown but Hughes shows good takedown defense.
Hughes changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Miyata takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Miyata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hughes throws a hook but Miyata blocks it.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Hughes avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Miyata drives through with a takedown into Hughes's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Kira Miyata will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Hughes throws an off balance right hand
and Miyata connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hughes lunges at Miyata with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Miyata's hand.
Hughes clobbers Miyata with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hughes has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Hughes looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Miyata is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Hughes is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Miyata.
Hughes tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Miyata dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hughes misses with a straight right.
Hughes misses with a hook.
Hughes lands with a cross.
Miyata ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hughes moves away.
Hughes jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A slow jab from Miyata misses its intended target.
It seemed like Hughes was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hughes defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata moves out of range of the strikes.
It looks like Miyata has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Hughes gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hughes throws a leg kick #TD#
and Miyata counters with a single leg into guard. Hughes didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Hughes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Miyata postures up in Hughes's guard and throws a big left but Hughes blocks it. #T1#
Miyata controlling from the top position.
Hughes is pulling down on Miyata's head. It's preventing any offense from Miyata, at least for the moment.
Miyata with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hughes is on top in guard. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hughes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Miyata works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hughes cracks Miyata with a solid left hand.#T2#
Hughes is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hughes throws a big elbow that misses.
Hughes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Miyata working a defensive guard here.
Hughes with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hughes working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hughes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Miyata works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Miyata looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Miyata is trying to control the position but Hughes postures up.
Hughes landing some decent shots from guard.
Hughes distracts Miyata with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kira Miyata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Miyata wants to sweep here but Hughes controlling him for the moment.
Hughes chips away with some ground and pound.
Hughes is in close to Miyata's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hughes must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Miyata wants to sweep but no luck.
Miyata is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hughes trying to control but Miyata is working from the bottom.
Hughes working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Miyata's head.
Hughes cracks Miyata with a solid left hand.
Hughes controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hughes working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Miyata's head.#T4##SUB#
Miyata throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hughes throws a big elbow that misses.
Hughes makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hughes works over Miyata with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Miyata throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Miyata is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hughes throwing strikes but missing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bronson Hughes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Hughes slips a straight right by Miyata.
Miyata moves out of range of the strikes.
Hughes lands a head shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Miyata darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hughes misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Miyata counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hughes smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Hughes throws a shot from downtown. Miyata moves away and avoids it.
Hughes throws a hook to the side of Miyata's head but Miyata sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from Hughes misses.
Hughes keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hughes is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hughes drops his hands momentarily and Miyata takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hughes connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Miyata scrambles back to his feet.
Hughes throws a body shot but no joy.
Hughes throws a hook but Miyata blocks it.
Miyata works the jab nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hughes throws a hook to the side of Miyata's head but Miyata sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Miyata gets a double leg takedown into Hughes's guard.#T1#
Hughes trying to control the position.
Miyata missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hughes tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hughes trying to control the position here.
Hughes utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hughes has his hands on Miyata's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Hughes had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Miyata defends it easily.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hughes keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Miyata drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hughes dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Hughes is in close to Miyata's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Miyata is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hughes defends well.
Hughes is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hughes throws an elbow that misses. Miyata uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hughes's guard. Nice move by Miyata!#REVR##T3#
Hughes trying to control the position.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Hughes keeps moving.
Miyata is in close to Hughes's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Miyata is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Miyata passes Hughes's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Miyata prevents Hughes from improving his position.
Miyata seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hughes does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Miyata tries to pass to full mount but Hughes defends it. #T4#
Hughes keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Miyata throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Hughes has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Miyata. Oh but Hughes has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Miyata goes limp - he's gone! Hughes jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bronson Hughes!
Bronson Hughes is the new featherweight champion!
Bronson Hughes looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'It feels so good to have this title back around my waist. It's been a long time coming. I want to thank my team, and my family for all of their support.'.

 

Event: GC 226     
Date:   Jul 25, 2018
#R1#
Miyata fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Less will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Miyata with a lazy takedown attempt
and Less makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Less dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Miyata. That did some damage!
A low kick from Less misses #TD#
and Miyata counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Less pulls Miyata in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyata looking to pass the guard.
Miyata sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Less's guard.
Less really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Miyata. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Miyata lands strikes from half guard.
Less tries to roll over but Miyata keeps him under control.#T1#
Less won't allow Miyata to pass to mount.
Less trying to control here.
Less blocking the ground and pound attempt from Miyata.
Miyata sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Less defending well though.
Less is looking for a sweep. Miyata is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Miyata is nestled in close to Less, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Miyata passes into side control, despite Less's attempt to control the position.
Miyata has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Miyata working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Less can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Miyata working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Less is not content to let Miyata control the position.
Miyata advances to mount.
Miyata with a couple of short strikes.
Miyata cracks Less with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Miyata can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Less is looking to escape.
Less tries to hold on but Miyata postures up.#T3#
Less is bucking up trying to escape but Miyata cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Miyata throws some wild stikes that Less manages to avoid easily.
Less really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Miyata throwing strikes here but Less is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Miyata trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Miyata avoids the attempt from Less to control.
Miyata looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Less wants to control but Miyata is having none of it.#T4#
Less is working to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Miyata is working for a guillotine from mount but Less frees his head quite easily.
Less is in a horrible position here. Miyata smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Miyata landing strikes from the mount and Less is in trouble!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Miyata looking to finish Less with some ground and pound. This is bad for Less!
Miyata lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Less hang on?
Less manages to regain half guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Less stuffs the takedown.
Less throws a leg kick that misses.
Less pushes Miyata away with a front kick.
Less throws a half hearted mid kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Less does a little dance to reset his feet.
Less misses with a low kick as Miyata jumps back.
Miyata throwing a counter right hand but Less manages to avoid it.
Less tried to score with a low kick but Miyata checks it.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Less walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL2#
Less closes the distance and clinches.
Less misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Less gets through Miyata's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Less looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Miyata lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Less backwards.
Less connects with a knee to the head.
Less lands a hook that snaps the head of Miyata backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Less lands a body shot in the clinch. #T1#
Less misses with a punch on the inside.
Less lands an elbow inside that Miyata shrugs off. #CUT2#
It looks like Kira Miyata has been cut.
Less lands a hook that snaps the head of Miyata backwards.
Less looking to throw knees to the head but Miyata is blocking nicely.
Less tries to throw a body punch but Miyata avoids it by throwing Less back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Miyata.
Less trying to land knees to the body.
Less with a knee to the head.
Miyata misses with some punches.
Less prevents a takedown attempt there.
Less missing with knees to the body.
Name Less seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Less lands an uppercut.
Less prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Less missing with knees to the body.
Miyata blocks an elbow strike from Less.
Miyata tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Miyata lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Miyata.
Miyata tries to break free but Less pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
Miyata dodges an elbow strike from Less.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyata has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Less after a bit of a struggle.
Miyata is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Less can do to turn this around?
Miyata misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Miyata throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lesss head.
Less lands an elbow inside that Miyata shrugs off.
Miyata swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Less throws a punch but it's blocked by Miyata.
A knee to the head by Less.
Less unloads a knee to the mid-section. Miyata lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #BC#
Miyata escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Less throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it.
Less takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Miyata is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Miyata connects with a right hand. Less shakes it off.
Less misses with a head kick.
Miyata throws a right hand that misses
and Less counters with a series of strikes. Miyata will be more careful next time no doubt. #T3#
Less has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Less there as he acknowledges the shot.
Miyata feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lesss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice takedown defense from Less. No joy for Miyata on that attempt.
Miyata thuds his right hand into Less's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Miyata fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A lazy body kick from Less #TD#
and Miyata counters with a shoot takedown. Less fights it but they end up in guard.
Miyata throws a big elbow that misses.
Miyata content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Less keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully.
Less is pulling down on Miyata's head. It's preventing any offense from Miyata, at least for the moment.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Less is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Miyata passes into half guard.
Miyata looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyata winds up and cracks Less with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Less is controlling Miyata's trapped leg to prevent Miyata from advancing to side control.
Miyata winds up and cracks Less with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Miyata working over Less with some ground and pound. Less looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Less keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Less trying to control but Miyata postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Name Less will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Kira Miyata's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Miyata lands with a good body shot.
Less stuffs the takedown attempt from Miyata. Miyata gets slowly back to his feet.
Less looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Less takes one to the chin there.
Name Less seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Less uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Miyata.
Less cracks Miyata with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Less lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Miyata swings for the body but Less moves out of range.
Less gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Less chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Less thows a body kick. Miyata tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T1#
Less ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Less throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Less throws a low kick, looking for Miyata's leg but Miyata calmly moves out of range.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Less avoids it well and moves away.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Less manages to avoid it.
Less misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Miyata counters with a shoot takedown. Less fights it but they end up in guard.
Less keeping full guard, as Miyata tries to pass.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Miyata accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Miyata postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Less avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Less is controlling Miyata's posture.
Miyata pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Less is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Less is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Miyata slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Less holding on.
Miyata is looking to take a break and control but Less is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Less takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #T3#
Less is looking for a sweep.
Less struggling a bit here.
Less tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Miyata wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Less parries the strikes from Miyata easily there. Miyata is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Less to escape.
Less tries to improve position but can't.
Miyata lands an elbow.
Miyata trying to control the action but Less is working from the bottom.
Less tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Miyata connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Less some visible discomfort. #SUB#
Miyata working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Miyata trying to control the action but Less is working from the bottom.
Less tries to bench press Miyata off him but Miyata keeps the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Less struggling a bit here.
Miyata trying to control the action but Less is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kira Miyata showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Miyata has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kira Miyata!

During a confident post fight interview, Kira Miyata thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: GAMMA#714 Kruger v Pagnozzi     
Date:   Jun 16, 2018
#R1#
Jab from Wallace.
Wallace avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Wallace has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Miyata goes for a double leg but Wallace avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wallace continues to drive forward.
Wallace drops his hands momentarily and Miyata takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Miyata throws a poor cross that misses
and Wallace counters with an outside leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Wallace.
Wallace fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Miyata has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Miyata fails to land the takedown.
Wallace appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Wallace paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Miyata throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wallace.
Miyata will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Miyata lands a two punch combo. #CUT#
It looks like Nathan Wallace has been cut.
Wallace with a nice cross.
Miyata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata throws a right hand that misses
and Wallace makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Miyata really felt that one!
Miyata connects with a right hand. Wallace shakes it off.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Wallace steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Miyata blocks a jab.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Wallace avoids it well and moves away.
Miyata avoids the body shot from Wallace. #TD#
Miyata closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Wallace did well to prevent Miyata getting side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Miyata sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wallace defending well though.
Miyata throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2##SUB#
Miyata seems to be working for a kimura but Wallace defends the submission attempt.
Miyata tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wallace knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #ES2#
Wallace kicks Miyata off and gets back to his feet.
Nathan Wallace is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
An inside leg kick lands from Wallace.
Miyata shoots for a takedown but Wallace saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Wallace throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Wallace connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Miyata slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Miyata rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wallace moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wallace thinks about the counter body kick.
Miyata staying out of range there.
Wallace fakes the leg kick and cracks Miyata in the body.
Wallace takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Miyata throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wallace.
Wallace looks to land a body kick but Miyata moved away.
Wallace scoring well with a low kick there.
Miyata takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wallace connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wallace goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Wallace throws a nice inside leg kick.
Miyata throws a jab when Wallace was well out of range.#T4#
Miyata uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wallace.
Wallace works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wallace throws out a powerful jab.
Wallace takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wallace cracks Miyata with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
and Wallace counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wallace throws the kick towards the body but Miyata avoids it.
Miyata throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wallace.
Nice uppercut lands for Wallace. That snapped Miyata's head back.
Miyata throws a poor cross that misses
and Wallace counters with a stiff right hand.
Miyata takes one to the chin there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wallace jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nathan Wallace dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nathan Wallace'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#
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Wallace tries a quick counter leg kick but Miyata is wise to it.
Wallace fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Miyata looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Miyata drops his hands momentarily and Wallace takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wallace scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Miyata throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Wallace keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miyata.
Miyata has a takedown stuffed.
Wallace has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wallace lands a jab to the nose.
Wallace swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Miyata throws a lazy right hand but Wallace sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Wallace avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wallace misses with a left hand
and Miyata counters with a nice uppercut.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Miyata crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Wallace - the referee stops the clock and Miyata gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Wallace. Miyata manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Wallace misses with a kick to the body.
Kira Miyata is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Miyata fails to land the takedown.
Wallace throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Wallace uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wallace scores with a jab to the body.
Miyata throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T2#
Wallace bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Donk. Miyata catches Wallace right on the button with a cross.
A slapping leg kick lands for Wallace.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyata takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Miyata is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wallace. Miyata does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miyata feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Wallaces jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Miyata slips under a jab.
Miyata displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Wallace lands with an uppercut that bounces Miyata off the cage and back into range.
Wallace lands a body shot.
Wallace scores with a push kick.
Wallace swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Miyata.#T3#
Miyata paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Wallace misses with a body kick.
A big right from Miyata misses.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
Wallace feints a counter leg kick.
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wallace scores with a punch to the head.
Wallace uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyata.
Miyata walks forward, straight into a front kick from Wallace.
A solid leg kick lands there for Wallace.
No joy there for Miyata, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T4#
Miyata throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Wallace counters with a big head kick but Miyata shrugs it off.
Wallace is looking to slow Miyata down with leg kicks.
Wallace with a jab.
Miyata is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wallace cracks Miyata with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Wallace throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Wallace scores with a crisp jab that stopped Miyata in his tracks.
Wallace cracks a nice hook into Miyata's ribs.
Wallace misses with a kick to the body.
Miyata ducks right into an uppercut from Wallace.
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Wallace digs a good body shot into Miyata's ribs.
Wallace misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nathan Wallace showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Nathan Wallace's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Wallace swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Wallace scores with a jab to the head.
The fighters circling - Wallace throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miyata takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Wallace.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Miyata.
Wallace tests Miyata's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata tests Wallace's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nathan Wallace seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wallace bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Miyata's head.#T1#
Wallace fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Miyata.
Miyata misses with a hook
and Wallace counters with a nice body shot.
Miyata lands a jab to the head.
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wallace.
Wallace keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Miyata will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Wallace looks to land a combination but Miyata avoids it well. #TD#
Miyata shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Wallace is trying to defend but Miyata finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Miyata trying to control from half guard but Wallace is working away.
Kira Miyata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nathan Wallace is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Wallace is trying to stand up here but Miyata is controlling him well.
Wallace blocking the ground and pound attempt from Miyata.
Wallace is trying to stand up here but Miyata is controlling him well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've been hearing that Miyata has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Wallace won't allow Miyata to pass to mount.
Miyata missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Miyata is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Wallace is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Miyata darts in looking for a takedown but Wallace gets double underhooks and turns Miyata into the cage. #T3#
Miyata doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Wallace counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Wallace uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wallace throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Miyata on the side of the head.
Miyata misses with a takedown
and Wallace counters with a stiff right hand.
Miyata tries to score a power double leg takedown but Wallace sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Miyata somewhat.
Nice jab there from Miyata. #T4#
Wallace scores with a sloppy right hand. Miyata should have avoided that one.
A jab lands there for Wallace.
Wallace connects with a single shot there.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Wallace's head but Wallace sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Miyata steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Wallace. That one must have hurt.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Wallace is just out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wallace catches Miyata with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Miyata moves forwards but Wallace connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wallace fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wallace scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nathan Wallace!

Our winner, Nathan Wallace, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: GAMMA#710 Bubba v Kruger     
Date:   May 26, 2018
#R1#
Miyata dips to his left and cracks Haze with an uppercut!
Miyata gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Haze scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Haze lands a right hook to the body.
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Haze.
Haze misses with an uppercut. Miyata saw that one coming.
Haze misses the body punch
and Haze takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Haze misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Miyata on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The fighters circling - Miyata throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Haze was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Haze saw that one coming.#TD2#
Miyata drives through with a takedown into guard.
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!
Miyata controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Miyata scoring with some ground and pound. #T1#
Miyata wants to control from the top but Haze keeps moving.
Haze is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Miyata working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Miyata keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Haze's head.
Miyata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Haze swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Haze trying to keep a closed guard but Miyata is proving a slippery customer.
Haze is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Miyata is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Miyata stopping the sweep attempt from Haze.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Miyata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Haze swivels though and keeps the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Haze is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Miyata is looking for a triangle but Haze pushes his legs off easily.
Miyata keeping full guard, as Haze tries to pass.
Haze loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Haze trying to control the position from guard on top but Miyata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Haze postures up and lands a big shot to Miyata's brow.
Miyata is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3##SUB2#
Miyata had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Haze defends it easily.#SUB2#
Miyata working for a triangle but Haze defends it easily.
Haze working some strikes from top position.
Haze stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Miyata swivels though and keeps the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Miyata is on top in guard. #REVB#
Haze wants to control but Miyata passes easily into half guard. #T4#
Miyata throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Haze to regain full guard.
Miyata is pushing down on Haze's leg trying to pass to half guard. Haze is fighting to maintain full guard but Miyata has managed to sneak the leg through.
Haze wants to improve his position but Miyata is controlling well.
Miyata is thwarting Haze's attempts to control the position.
Miyata uses his free foot to push down on Haze's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Haze.
Haze is trying desperately to improve position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Miyata looks to land a combination. Haze sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Miyata shoots in but no luck this time.
Kira Miyata is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Haze connects with a body shot.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Haze is just out of range.
Miyata takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Haze lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Miyata uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Haze.
Haze swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Haze throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jerry Haze is winning the standup battle so far.
Miyata misses with a wild combination.
Miyata throws a lazy right hand but Haze sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Haze.
Nice body punch from Miyata.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Haze wants to slow Miyata down by chopping away at his legs. #T1#
Haze uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Miyata takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Haze throws a front kick that sends Miyata stumbling back into the cage.
Haze darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A slow jab from Haze misses its intended target.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Haze.
Crunch! Haze slams his shin into Miyata's torso.
Haze lands with a good body shot.
Haze is looking to land body kicks.
Some wild striking there from Miyata.
Nice shot by Haze.
A combination from Miyata does no damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Haze throws a shot from downtown. Miyata moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Haze jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It seemed like Miyata was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Miyata sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Miyata stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Miyata wants it to stay on the feet.
And Miyata tries to counter it with a takedown but Haze pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Haze scores with a crisp jab that stopped Miyata in his tracks.
Miyata takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Haze swings away with a body shot that misses
and Miyata connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Haze is just out of range.#TD#
Haze shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyata slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Miyata tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Miyata utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Haze chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Haze got a little sloppy there for a moment and Miyata has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Haze has managed to get both his arms back between Miyata's legs - danger averted.
Haze looking to pass the guard.
Miyata keeping moving, preventing Haze from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Miyata has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Haze can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Haze controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Miyata is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Miyata keeping moving, preventing Haze from controlling successfully. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Haze is fighting to break Miyata's control of his arms but Miyata is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Haze trying to control the position from guard on top but Miyata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haze trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Haze has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Haze trying to control but Miyata is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Miyata closes this distance looking for a takedown but Haze circles away.
Haze ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Miyata moves away.
Haze slips under a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jerry Haze dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Haze is out of range.
Miyata looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Haze moves into range and connects with a jab.
Haze throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata moves forwards but Haze connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Haze tries a head kick but it misses.
Miyata looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Haze darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Miyata slips under a jab from Haze.
Miyata has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Haze finds it's way round the side to connect with Miyata's head.
Haze shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Miyata but Miyata pushes him off and we're back to square one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata takes a swing at Haze's ribcage but misses.
Haze misses the body punch
and Miyata counters with a stiff right hand.
Miyata lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Haze backs up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata blocks the body kick.
Miyata with the counter takedown but Haze avoids it easily.#T1#
Haze throws a lazy body kick
and Miyata counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Miyata takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Miyata fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Miyata shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Haze eats them both and turns towards Miyata to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Haze looks to land a body kick but Miyata moved away.
Miyata with the counter takedown but Haze avoids it easily.
Haze avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Haze looks to land a body kick but Miyata moved away.
Miyata takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Haze misses the body punch
and Haze takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Haze looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Haze jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Miyata lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Haze backs up against the cage.
Good shot there by Miyata.
Miyata takes one to the chin there.
Miyata throws a good cross that connects. #T2#
Haze with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Haze stuns Miyata with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Haze scores with a jab to the head.
Miyata has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Miyata falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Haze decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Miyata's guard.
Haze trying to control the position from guard on top but Miyata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haze landing with the ground and pound.
Miyata working a defensive guard here.
Miyata has momentary wrist control but Haze slips an elbow through the middle.
Haze trying to control but Miyata is working from the bottom. #T3#
Haze working some strikes from top position.
Miyata trying to control the position.
Miyata looking to hit a scissor sweep but Haze is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Miyata has his foot on Haze's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Haze works his way back into a safe position though.
Haze cracks Miyata with a solid left hand.
Haze loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Haze distracts Miyata with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Miyata tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Haze lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Miyata is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Haze chips away with some ground and pound.
Haze scoring with some ground and pound.
Haze stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Miyata swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Haze with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Haze wants to control from the top but Miyata keeps moving. #SUB2#
Miyata is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Haze postures up and lands a big shot to Miyata's brow.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jerry Haze!

A relieved looking Jerry Haze thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: GAMMA#705 Springs v Malenko     
Date:   Apr 28, 2018
#R1#
Miyata fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ramos bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice takedown defense from Ramos . No joy for Miyata on that attempt.
A jab from Miyata does it's job there.
Miyata throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ramos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Miyata sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ramos .
Ramos scores with a jab.
Miyata closes the distance and clinches up with Ramos , looking for a takedown. Miyata pushes Ramos against the cage but Ramos circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ramos throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Miyata keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ramos .
Ramos on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ramos scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ramos .
A lazy left from Ramos finds it's target.
Miyata looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ramos is fending him off so far but Miyata persists. Nope, Ramos circles away and we're back to standing.
Tony Ramos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
Miyata scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ramos slips under a jab from Miyata.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Ramos is out of range.
Ramos feinted with a counter takedown.#T1#
Ramos misses with a looping right.
Ramos scores with a sloppy right hand. Miyata should have avoided that one.
Ramos shoots in but Miyata avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Miyata rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ramos cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ramos misses with a combination
and Miyata counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A big right from Ramos misses.
Miyata with the counter takedown but Ramos avoids it easily.
Miyata looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ramos tries to counter with a takedown but Miyata is quick to defend against it.
Ramos swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Miyata looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ramos misses with a jab, cross combination.
Miyata tries for a takedown but Ramos sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Miyata gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Ramos lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Miyata looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Ramos is looking to work some ground and pound but Miyata has wrist control.
Ramos throwing strikes from guard but Miyata blocks nicely.
Ramos preventing the sweep.
Miyata working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ramos .
Ramos throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Miyata works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ramos throws a big right hand that misses.
Ramos landing with the ground and pound.
Ramos landing with the ground and pound.
Ramos with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Miyata looking for a sweep. Not yet Miyata, not yet.
Miyata wants to control the position but Ramos says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Miyata trying to control from the bottom.
Miyata keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ramos wants to control but Miyata is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Miyata looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ramos trying to control the action but Miyata is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Miyata is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ramos pulls his head out easily.
Ramos sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ramos takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ramos in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Miyata looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ramos drops an elbow to the side of Miyata's head.
Miyata tries to roll over but Ramos keeps him under control.
Ramos passes to full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tony Ramos dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Miyata throws a body punch but Ramos moves out of range.
Ramos throws out a loose jab but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ramos misses with a straight right.
Ramos shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Miyata as he jumps to the side.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ramos .
Ramos shoots in looking for a takedown but Miyata manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ramos 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ramos uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyata.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ramos . Miyata does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ramos stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ramos wants it to stay on the feet.
A shot to the body from Ramos misses #TD2#
and Miyata counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Miyata.
Ramos is trying to hold Miyata in close to prevent damage but Miyata has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramos slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ramos is on top in guard. #REVR##T1#
Miyata managing to control the position.
Miyata controls Ramos momentarily but Ramos frees himself.
Miyata keeping full guard, as Ramos tries to pass.
Ramos being controlled here momentarily.
Miyata has momentary wrist control but Ramos slips an elbow through the middle.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ramos with a nice head shot there.
Ramos lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Miyata is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ramos is aware though and is defending well.
Miyata looking for a sweep. Not yet Miyata, not yet.
Miyata keeping moving, preventing Ramos from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ramos stopping the sweep attempt from Miyata.
Ramos working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ramos throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Miyata works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Miyata is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ramos is aware though and is defending well.
Miyata keeping moving, preventing Ramos from controlling successfully.
Miyata tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Ramos throws a big elbow that misses.
Ramos with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ramos is in close to Miyata's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ramos passes Miyata's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ramos seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ramos 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.
We've been hearing that Ramos has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Miyata trying to control from the bottom.
Ramos is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Miyata can do to turn this around?
Ramos prevents Miyata from improving his position.
Ramos is thwarting Miyata's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Ramos sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Miyata defending well though.
Ramos working the head and body with strikes.
Ramos missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Miyata moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ramos slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Ramos scoring with punches to the head and body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ramos wants to control from the top but Miyata keeps moving.
Miyata avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tony Ramos dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Ramos goes for a double leg but Miyata avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Miyata continues to drive forward.
Miyata swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ramos closes the distance and clinches up with Miyata, looking for a takedown. Ramos pushes Miyata against the cage but Miyata circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Miyata feints the counter takedown.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Miyata enables Ramos to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Miyata manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Ramos loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ramos throws a big elbow that misses.
Ramos throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Miyata had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ramos defends it easily.
Ramos is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramos is in close to Miyata's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T1#
Ramos tries to free his leg and advance position but Miyata is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Miyata has his foot on Ramos 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ramos works his way back into a safe position though.
Ramos scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ramos is in close to Miyata's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ramos scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ramos working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Miyata's head.
Ramos forces his way into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ramos in particular looking to stall.
Ramos wants to pass the guard but Miyata is defending well.
Kira Miyata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Miyata blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ramos .
Ramos looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Miyata is looking for a sweep. Ramos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ramos seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Miyata tries to roll over but Ramos keeps him under control.
Ramos missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Miyata is trying to control but can't. #T3#
Ramos not doing much here.
Ramos looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ramos throwing shots but Miyata is blocking nicely.
Ramos is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Ramos .
Ramos slips a nice elbow through Miyata's hands, connecting with Miyata's forehead.
Ramos takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Miyata makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Miyata.
Miyata wants to improve his position but instead Ramos has moved into half guard. #T4#
Ramos slips a nice elbow through Miyata's hands, connecting with Miyata's forehead.
Ramos lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ramos wants to free his trapped foot but Miyata is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ramos working over Miyata with some ground and pound. Miyata looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Ramos seems to be working for a kimura but Miyata defends the submission attempt.
Tony Ramos is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ramos is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tony Ramos !

 

Event: GAMMA#701 Shin v Laine 2     
Date:   Apr 07, 2018
#R1#
A big left from Miyata misses.
Castrello throws a low kick but Miyata moves out of range easily.
Castrello slips under a jab.
Castrello is looking to counter the offense by Miyata and move into the clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Miyata has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Castrello tries to score with a low kick but Miyata moves his leg out of the way.
Castrello really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Miyata slips under a jab from Castrello.
Castrello walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Miyata misses with a straight right.
Miyata checks a low kick from Castrello.
Castrello throws an off balance right hand
and Miyata counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Miyata throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Castrello is looking to land body kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Castrello lands a nice shot to the body.
Castrello scores with a decent looking hook.
Castrello missing with a left hand there. Miyata was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Miyata scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A left and a right from Castrello both land. Nice combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good leg kick by Castrello there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #T1#
Castrello misses with a hook
and Miyata counters with a straight right hand.
Castrello on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Castrello uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Miyata looks to land a right hand but Castrello moved out of range.
A cross from Castrello lands.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Castrello uses good head movement to avoid it.
Miyata lands with an overhand left.
Miyata tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Castrello defends well and Miyata ends up having to push Castrello into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Miyata dips to his left and cracks Castrello with an uppercut!
Castrello lands with a hook. Miyata tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by Castrello. #TD2#
Miyata looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Castrello is trying to maintain the position but Miyata is very close to passing his half guard.
Castrello manages to get to full guard. #T2#
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Castrello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miyata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Castrello swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Castrello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Castrello managing to control the position.
Miyata is looking to work some ground and pound but Castrello has wrist control.#T3#
Miyata with a flurry of punches that miss.
Miyata landing with the ground and pound.
Castrello managing to control the position.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Castrello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miyata content to stall in guard here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Castrello tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Castrello looks for the body kick but Miyata saw that one coming.
A countering left hand to the body from Miyata misses.
Castrello fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Miyata misses with a hook to the body
and Castrello connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Castrello scores with a crisp jab that stopped Miyata in his tracks.
Castrello looks to land a right hand but Miyata moved out of range.
Castrello displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Miyata.
Castrello wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
We've been told by Castrello's head coaches at The Beast that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Castrello connects with a body shot that sends Miyata's belly button to the back.#TD2#
Miyata shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Miyata showed some decent athleticism there.
Miyata missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kira Miyata will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Castrello lands a nice shot that snaps Miyata's head back.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Castrello moved out of range nicely.
Cullen Castrello is winning the standup battle so far.
Miyata with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Castrello to score with a decent uppercut.
Castrello connects with an inside leg kick.
Castrello throws a big shot that misses.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Castrello as he avoids it easily.
Miyata misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Castrello moves into the clinch successfully.
Castrello scores with a nice hook to the head.
Castrello unloads a knee to the mid-section. Miyata lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Miyata tries a body shot but Castrello blocks it.
Castrello lands a knee to the head.
Castrello is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Castrello tries a body shot but Miyata blocks it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Miyata is working for takedown but Castrello is calmly controlling the position for now.
Castrello misses with a punch to the body.
Castrello comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Miyata blocks an elbow strike from Castrello. #T1#
Castrello prevents a takedown attempt there.
Cullen Castrello has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
Miyata blocks an elbow strike from Castrello.
Miyata is looking for a takedown.
Castrello scores with a knee to the head.
Castrello tries to land knees in the clinch but Miyata avoids the damage to the body.
Castrello misses with a punch to the body.
Castrello doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Miyata wants to get back to striking at distance but Castrello won't allow it.
Castrello throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Miyatas head.
Castrello blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Miyata managing to block the knees to the body from Castrello.
Castrello blocks an uppercut.
Castrello is working Miyata over against the cage.
Castrello has Miyata pressed against the cage, preventing Miyata from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Miyata wants a takedown but no success here.
Miyata blocks the elbow strike.
A frustrated look appears on Miyata's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2#
Castrello pushes off an throws an elbow but Miyata leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Castrello tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Miyata takes an elbow to the temple.
Castrello working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Miyata takes an elbow to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Castrello.
Miyata drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Castrello gets the underhooks and prevents it. #BC2#
Miyata manages to break the clinch.
Castrello throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it.
Castrello tries a head kick but it misses.
Miyata misses the jab.
Miyata blocks a head kick by Castrello.
It seemed like Miyata was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Miyata fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Castrello loads up on a big right hand but Miyata slips the punch.
Miyata blocks the body kick.
Miyata throws out a counter right but Castrello avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Castrello tries to clinch but Miyata is having none of it.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A slow jab from Castrello misses its intended target.
Castrello throws a hook to the side of Miyata's head but Miyata sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Castrello misses with a straight right.
Miyata jabs at Castrello's body.
Miyata scores with a jab to the body.
Castrello avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Castrello lands with a thumping leg kick.
Castrello defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata throws a hook but Castrello blocks it.
Good exchange - Miyata coming out on top.
Castrello wants to clinch up but Miyata keeps it at a distance.
Miyata misses with a shot to the body
and Castrello counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Miyata shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Castrello pinned against the cage. Castrello gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Castrello lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Castrello avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Miyata will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Castrello's shoulder, as Castrello tries to avoid the shot.
Cullen Castrello is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miyata shoots in for a double leg but Castrello sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
As Miyata tries to get set, Castrello tries to push him back and clinch up but Miyata manages to avoid the attempt.
Castrello dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Miyata moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Castrello lands with a shot to the body.
Miyata misses with a right hand
and Castrello counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cullen Castrello dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Castrello. #TD2#
Miyata closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Castrello quickly recovers to half guard.
Castrello avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Miyata.
Castrello is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Miyata throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Miyata is looking to take a break and control but Castrello is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Castrello keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Miyata is thwarting Castrello's attempts to control the position.
Castrello is doing well to control the position and prevent Miyata from advancing to side control.
Castrello is trying to maintain the position but Miyata is very close to passing his half guard.
Miyata throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Castrello trying to control here.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Castrello is concentrating on defense, preventing Miyata from advancing position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Miyata missing with a left hand there. Castrello was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jab by Miyata.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Castrello scores with a jab to the head.
Castrello lands with a hook. Miyata tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Miyata throws a right hand that misses
and Castrello counters with an inside leg kick.
Miyata has his takedown stuffed
and Castrello counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Miyata looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Miyata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Castrello swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Miyata tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Miyata getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A big left from Miyata misses.
Miyata scores with a jab. Castrello acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Castrello misses with an uppercut.
Miyata fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Castrello swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Cullen Castrello has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.#T3#
Nice jab there from Miyata.
Miyata fails with a takedown attempt.
Miyata shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Castrello defends it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Castrello misses the target.#TD2#
Miyata shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Castrello is trying to defend but Miyata finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Castrello works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
Miyata chips away with some ground and pound.
Castrello keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully.
Castrello pulls Miyata in close to his closed guard and prevents Miyata from doing any damage or advancing position.
Miyata connects with a couple of short punches.
Castrello seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kira Miyata has got the better of the ground game so far.
Castrello looking for a sweep. Not yet Castrello, not yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata lands a couple of digs.
Castrello controlling Miyata's posture.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kira Miyata comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Miyata 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kira Miyata!

Kira Miyata seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: GAMMA#697 Defoe v Okah     
Date:   Mar 17, 2018
#R1#
Tural is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tural throws a shot from downtown. Miyata moves away and avoids it.
Miyata takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tural ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tural looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Miyata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tural throws a hook but Miyata avoids it easily.
Miyata fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tural looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jab from Tural.
Tural misses with a straight left.
Tural throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it.
Tural throws a body kick that misses.
Tural avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Miyata is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tural sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tural gets cracked there but stands up to it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Miyata throws a shot from downtown. Tural moves away and avoids it.
Tural throws a jab but it's blocked by Miyata. #T1#
Tural stuffs the takedown attempt from Miyata. Miyata gets slowly back to his feet.
Tural throws an overhand right that lands on Miyata's shoulder, as Miyata tries to avoid the shot.
Miyata fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tural looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Miyata lands a nice looking body shot.
Miyata bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Miyata takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tural throws a series of punches but Miyata moves out of range.
Tural throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
The fighters circling - Miyata throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tural.
Abi Tural is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big left from Tural misses.
Tural takes a swing at Miyata's ribcage but misses.
Tural lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Miyata circles away quickly and effectively.
Good exchange - Miyata coming out on top.#T2#
Miyata takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tural manages to avoid it.
Tural takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tural uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Miyata has time to react.
Tural ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Miyata moves away.
Tural misses with a straight left.
An attempted straight right counter from Miyata misses the target.
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
Tural throws out a counter right but Miyata avoids it with no problem.#TD#
Miyata closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Miyata is looking to take a break and control but Tural is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tural tries to get to full guard but Miyata has control of the leg.
Tural wants to control but Miyata is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Tural keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Miyata is looking for a kimura here.
Miyata tries to pass to full mount but Tural defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miyata is controlling the pace.
Tural regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Miyata. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Miyata throwing strikes from guard but Tural blocks nicely.
Miyata throws an elbow that misses. Tural uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Miyata's guard. Nice move by Tural!#REVB#
Tural sitting in guard here, content to control.
Miyata working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Miyata has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tural can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Abi Tural will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Nice defenses there by Miyata.
Miyata drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tural sprawls and moves away.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tural but Tural pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tural manages to avoid it.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tural but Tural pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tural looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
No luck for Miyata with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tural throws a front kick aimed at Miyata's knee but Miyata avoids it well.
Tural misses with a kick to the body
enabling Miyata to counter with a crisp jab.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tural.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Tural misses.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Tural uses good head movement to avoid it.
Miyata uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tural.
Tural tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
Miyata lands a nice shot to the body.
Miyata drops his hands momentarily and Tural takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Miyata lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Good leg kick by Tural there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tural takes one to the chin there.
Tural misses with a hook.
Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jab from Miyata.
It looks like Miyata has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Miyata throws a right and a left that both miss.
Miyata bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tural's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tural takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tural misses with a head kick.
Tural throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A counter left hand to the body from Miyata misses its target.
Miyata uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tural.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tural.
Tural throws a low kick, looking for Miyata's leg but Miyata calmly moves out of range. #T2#
Tural scores with a nice strike.
Tural is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Miyata.
Tural on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tural misses with a left hand
enabling Miyata to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#
Tural is rocked!
A big right from Tural misses.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tural is still on wobbly legs! Can Miyata finish him?#TD#
Miyata darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Tural has hold of Miyata's hands but Miyata slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Tural trying to control but Miyata postures up.
Miyata frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Tural is bucking up trying to escape but Miyata cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Miyata content just to control the position here.
Oooooh, big shot lands for Miyata! Tural is hurt baaadly! Miyata is firing away with more strikes - Tural is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kira Miyata!
A very excited looking Kira Miyata made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: GAMMA#692 Ridgeway v Diehard     
Date:   Feb 17, 2018
#R1#
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirowski was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Mirowski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Miyata is looking to score with low kicks.
Mirowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mirowski.
Mirowski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mirowski misses with a jab to the body
and Miyata counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mirowski connects with a body shot that sends Miyata's belly button to the back.
Mirowski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've been hearing reports that Miyata has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Mirowski moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Miyata throws an off balance right hand
and Mirowski cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mirowski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Miyata has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Miyata lands with a shot to the body.
Miyata misses with a lunging right hand
and Mirowski makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Miyata missing with a left hand there. Mirowski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mirowski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Karol Mirowski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Miyata fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Miyata fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nice body punch from Mirowski.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirowski was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Mirowski appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A clash of legs there as Mirowski blocks the low kick.
A jab from Miyata misses.
Mirowski tries a head kick but it misses.
Miyata throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirowski looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mirowski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Miyata.
A jab from Miyata misses.
Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirowski.
Miyata lands a really nice looking cross but Mirowski seems unphased.
Mirowski misses the shot to the body.
Mirowski throws a hook but Miyata avoids it easily.#T2#
Miyata rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mirowski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mirowski moves into range and connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata moves away from the strike by Mirowski.
Mirowski walks into a straight right hand from Miyata.
Miyata misses with an uppercut.
Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss!
Miyata throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mirowski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Mirowski takes a jab right on the kisser.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mirowski was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Mirowski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Miyata.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirowski.
Mirowski misses with an uppercut. #T3#
An inside leg kick lands from Mirowski.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Mirowski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Mirowski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mirowski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Mirowski misses with a low kick.
A jab from Mirowski misses.
Mirowski looks to throw the jab but Miyata is out of range.
Miyata swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mirowski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Miyata scores with a jab to the head.
Miyata is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirowski.
Mirowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Miyata is defended easily by Mirowski.#T4#
A swing and a miss from Mirowski.
Mirowski tries to move into range but Miyata moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Mirowski misses with a hook. Miyata ducked under it nicely.
Miyata fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Miyata lands a lovely overhand right.
Miyata throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good shot there by Mirowski.
Mirowski moves out of range as Miyata strikes.
Mirowski looks to throw the jab but Miyata is out of range.
Mirowski just misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Miyata scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mirowski doesn't seem bothered though.
Mirowski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Miyata to score with a decent uppercut.
Mirowski defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Kira Miyata will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Mirowski throws a series of punches but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata moves away from the strike by Mirowski.
A head kick misses from Mirowski.
Miyata throws a poor cross that misses
and Mirowski counters with an outside leg kick.
Mirowski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Nice defenses there by Mirowski.
Mirowski throws a hook but Miyata blocks it.
Nice defenses there by Mirowski.
A leg kick checked by Mirowski.
Mirowski was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Miyata walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirowski gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A cross from Mirowski lands.
Mirowski misses with a straight left.
Miyata misses with a straight right. #T1#
Mirowski thumps Miyata with a low kick.
Mirowski scores with a hook to the body. Miyata takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Mirowski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Miyata has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirowski lands with an uppercut that bounces Miyata off the cage and back into range.
Miyata keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirowski.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Mirowski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Miyata feinted with a counter takedown.
Miyata misses the jab.
Miyata scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A clash of legs there as Miyata blocks the low kick.
Karol Mirowski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Good work by Miyata as he checks the leg kick.
Mirowski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Miyata throws a shot to the body. #T2#
Miyata throws a big shot that misses.
A combination from Mirowski does no damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Mirowski throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Mirowski is out of range.
Mirowski drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Miyata displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirowski throws out the jab.
Mirowski blocks a head kick by Miyata.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirowski.
A bone on bone clash there as Mirowski blocks the leg kick.
Mirowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirowski fakes the leg kick and cracks Miyata in the body.
Mirowski keeps Miyata at a distance using the push kick.
Mirowski misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Mirowski throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
Miyata 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.
Mirowski throws the kick towards the body but Miyata avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Miyata misses the target.
Miyata throws an off balance right hand
and Mirowski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Miyata misses with a looping right.
A cross from Miyata lands.
Mirowski works Miyata's body with a nice hook.
Mirowski throws an off balance right hand
and Miyata counters with a series of strikes. Mirowski will be more careful next time no doubt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Miyata.
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirowski moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Mirowski uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from Miyata misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Miyata is defended easily by Mirowski.
Mirowski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T4#
Mirowski changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirowski counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Mirowski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Miyata finds it's way round the side to connect with Mirowski's head.
Miyata misses with a straight right.
Mirowski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Miyata.
Miyata is looking to counter punch.
Mirowski misses with an uppercut.
As Mirowski looks to move away, Miyata throws a big counter combo but Mirowski just gets out of the way.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Mirowski.
Miyata throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mirowski counters with a good low kick that Miyata was not able to check.
Mirowski misses the shot to the body.
Mirowski ducks right into an uppercut from Miyata.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karol Mirowski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mirowski lunges at Miyata with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Miyata's hand.
Mirowski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mirowski tries a quick counter leg kick but Miyata is wise to it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Miyata.
Mirowski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Miyata lands a right hook to the body.
Miyata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mirowski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Miyata moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Miyata throws the left hand but Mirowski avoids the punch easily.
A swing and a miss from Miyata.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirowski throws a right and a left that Miyata avoids nicely.
A big left from Miyata misses.
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miyata tries to score a power double leg takedown but Mirowski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Miyata somewhat.#T1#
Miyata misses with an uppercut
and Mirowski counters with a thumping low kick.
Miyata misses the shot to the body.
Mirowski looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mirowski moves into range and connects with a jab.
Mirowski scores with a jab to the head.
A jab from Mirowski does it's job there.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Mirowski is out of range.
Mirowski swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Miyata.
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mirowski takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Miyata walks forward, straight into a front kick from Mirowski.
Mirowski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Miyata tests Mirowski's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mirowski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Miyata's calf.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mirowski throws a hook but Miyata blocks it.
Miyata misses with a hook. Mirowski ducked under it nicely.
Mirowski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirowski is just out of range.
Mirowski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miyata throws out the jab.
Mirowski misses with a body shot.
Miyata is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mirowski.
Mirowski has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Miyata gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Miyata defending well as Mirowski loads up on a big left hand.
Mirowski dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Miyata. That did some damage!
Good standup being displayed there by Miyata as he connects with a hook.
Mirowski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Mirowski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Miyata throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A nice side step and Mirowski releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T3#
Mirowski 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.
Mirowski looks to land a right hand but Miyata moved out of range.
Miyata fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mirowski avoids it really well and circles away.
Miyata fails to land with a series of punches.
Mirowski staying out of range there.
A big left from Miyata misses.
Miyata misses with a straight right.
Miyata throws a leg kick
and Mirowski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Mirowski's head but Mirowski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Miyata staying out of range there.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirowski.
A big right from Miyata misses. #T4#
Miyata misses with an uppercut
and Mirowski counters with a right hand to the body.
Mirowski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mirowski manages to avoid it.
Miyata slips under a jab.
Mirowski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mirowski scores with a leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirowski checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mirowski throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Miyata stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Mirowski throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it.
Mirowski slips under a jab.
Miyata scores with a hook to the body. Mirowski takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Miyata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mirowski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mirowski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karol Mirowski really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Miyata throws a hook but Mirowski blocks it.
Mirowski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyata.
Mirowski slips a straight right by Miyata.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirowski misses the target.
Mirowski throws a quick inside leg kick.
Mirowski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Mirowski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Mirowski.
Mirowski blocks a low kick nicely.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Mirowski.
Miyata tries to counter with a takedown but Mirowski is quick to defend against it.
Mirowski gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata throws a poor cross that misses
and Miyata takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirowski is just out of range.
Mirowski ducks right into an uppercut from Miyata.
Miyata staying out of range there.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Mirowski avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Mirowski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Mirowski moves out of range of the strikes.
Mirowski lands with a shot to the body.
Miyata displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mirowski throws out the jab.
Mirowski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Miyata.
Mirowski looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Miyata misses the shot to the body.
Miyata chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Miyata is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Miyata lands with an uppercut that bounces Mirowski off the cage and back into range.
Mirowski misses the shot to the body.
Mirowski wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Miyata avoids the body shot from Mirowski.
Mirowski staying out of range there.
Mirowski throws out a counter right but Miyata avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Mirowski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mirowski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mirowski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
Miyata misses with a leg kick
and Mirowski makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Miyata throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Miyata takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice body punch from Mirowski.
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
Miyata lands with a nice body punch.
Mirowski on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Miyata fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mirowski avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Mirowski clinches with his opponent. #T3#
Miyata lands a hook that snaps the head of Mirowski backwards.
Mirowski tries to stall but Miyata uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A right hand to the body from Mirowski.
Mirowski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mirowski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mirowski working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirowski.
Mirowski working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mirowski looking to slow down the pace here.
Mirowski lands with a short shot to the head.
Miyata has had enough of the clinch but Mirowski keeps him there for the moment.
Mirowski digs a right hand into Miyata's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Miyata's gas tank.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Miyata is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Mirowski gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mirowski. #T4#
Mirowski lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Mirowski lands with a light punch inside.
Miyata wants to break the clinch but can't.
A short uppercut from Mirowski.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mirowski has a couple of punches blocked by Miyata.
Mirowski scores with a shoulder strike.
Mirowski working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Miyata.
Mirowski lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Miyata.
Mirowski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mirowski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Miyata lands a shoulder strike.
Miyata wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mirowski has him pressed against the cage.
Miyata doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Miyata goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mirowski prevents it.
Mirowski lands a nice uppercut.
Mirowski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mirowski working some nice short punches in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karol Mirowski dominated that fourth round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
A big right from Miyata misses.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Mirowski is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Miyata with a body shot.
Mirowski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Miyata with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A swing and a miss from Miyata.
Mirowski lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Miyata lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mirowski circles away quickly and effectively.
Mirowski swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Miyata.
Mirowski lunges at Miyata with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Miyata's hand.
Mirowski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mirowski lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Miyata at a distance.
Miyata connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mirowski swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Mirowski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
Miyata shoots in looking for a takedown. Mirowski tries to sprawl out of it but Miyata keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mirowski manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Miyata misses with a hook. Mirowski ducked under it nicely.
Mirowski throws a leg kick #TD#
and Miyata counters with a single leg into guard. Mirowski didn't expect that.
Mirowski managing to control the position.
Mirowski 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#
Still in half guard, Mirowski seems content to control.
Kira Miyata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Miyata tries to roll over but Mirowski keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Miyata with the active half guard here but Mirowski passes nicely into side control.
Miyata looks to move to half guard but instead Mirowski has passed into mount! Damn!
Miyata is desperately trying to improve his position but Mirowski has a good base and remains in mount.#T3#
Mirowski trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Miyata is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Mirowski prevents Miyata from getting the reversal.
Miyata wants to control but Mirowski is having none of it.
Miyata is looking to improve his position but Mirowski isn't that keen on the idea.
Mirowski sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Karol Mirowski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Mirowski's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Miyata bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mirowski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Kira Miyata.
Well Mirowski has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 46:49
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 47:48
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karol Mirowski!

Karol Mirowski is the new bantamweight champion!
Karol Mirowski was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: GAMMA#688 Diehard v Bryune     
Date:   Jan 27, 2018
#R1#
Mirowski drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Karol Mirowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A low kick from Mirowski misses #TD2#
and Miyata counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mirowski!
Miyata wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mirowski keeps working.
Miyata working the ground and pound but Mirowski is defending the strikes.
Miyata is looking to take a break and control but Mirowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
I wouldn't like to be where Mirowski is right now.
Miyata tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
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.
Miyata prevents Mirowski from escaping the position.
Miyata is chipping away with strikes.
Miyata in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T1#
Mirowski defending against the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Miyata working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Miyata is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Mirowski is trying to escape and Miyata transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Mirowski is forced to tap! Nice work there by Miyata! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kira Miyata!
Kira Miyata is the new bantamweight champion!
A relieved looking Kira Miyata thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: GAMMA#683 Hoyce v Gunnar 2     
Date:   Jan 06, 2018
#R1#
Ricard scores with a jab. Miyata acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ricard looks to land a body kick but Miyata moved away.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Ricard is out of range.
Miyata misses with a shot to the body
letting Ricard counter with a right hand.
Ricard misses with a right hand #TD#
and Miyata counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Miyata scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Miyata tries to free his leg and advance position but Ricard is retaining full guard.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Ricard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miyata is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ricard keeping full guard, as Miyata tries to pass. #T1#
Miyata wants to control from the top but Ricard keeps moving.
Miyata wants to pass the guard but Ricard is keeping the position.
Miyata throwing strikes from guard but Ricard blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Miyata avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ricard pulls Miyata in close to prevent any damage.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ricard is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Miyata listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A punch lands to the side of Miyata 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ricard lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ricard swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ricard throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Miyata throws a big shot that misses.
Miyata misses with a hook to the body
enabling Ricard to counter with a crisp jab.
Ricard attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Ricard cracks the inside of Miyata's front leg.
Ricard throws a shot to the body.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Ricard moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Ricard defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Ricard doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ricard uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
Miyata moves out of range of the body kick from Ricard.
Ricard lands with a shot to the body.
Miyata misses with a left hand
enabling Ricard to counter with a crisp jab.
Miyata misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ricard.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Ricard ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Ricard scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Miyata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ricard sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Miyata misses the jab.
Ricard moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Miyata misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T4#
Ricard looks to land a left hand but Miyata moved out of range nicely.
Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Miyata slips a straight right by Ricard.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Ricard avoids it well and moves away.
Ricard jabs Miyata to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ricard throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ricard dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Miyata throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ricard looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ricard wants to land a leg kick but Miyata is out of range.
Ricard throws a lazy right hand but Miyata sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ricard throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Miyata slips under a jab.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Farboleous Ricard is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miyata throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A leg kick checked by Miyata.
Miyata throws out a powerful jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ricard, as that shot connected.
Ricard pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ricard with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Farboleous Ricard dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Miyata misses with a hook. Ricard ducked under it nicely.
Miyata ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ricard swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Miyata there.
Miyata throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ricard ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Miyata moves away.
A swing and a miss from Ricard.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Ricard is just out of range.
Miyata throws a shot from downtown. Ricard moves away and avoids it.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Ricard's shoulder, as Ricard tries to avoid the shot.
Ricard throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ricard throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Miyata swings widly with a right hand
and Ricard makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Ricard listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Miyata misses with a looping right.
Ricard misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
Ricard wants to land a leg kick but Miyata is out of range.
Miyata moves out of range of the leg kick from Ricard.
Ricard misses with a hook #TD#
and Miyata counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ricard is trying to control the position but Miyata postures up.
Ricard keeping full guard, as Miyata tries to pass.
Ricard pulls Miyata in close to his closed guard and prevents Miyata from doing any damage or advancing position.
Miyata is working Ricard over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ricard wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2##SUB2#
Ricard looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Ricard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miyata keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Ricard's head.
Miyata lands a couple of digs.
Ricard keeping full guard, as Miyata tries to pass. #SUB2#
Ricard working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Miyata doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Miyata manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Miyata trying to control but Ricard is working from the bottom.
Ricard controls Miyata momentarily but Miyata frees himself.
Ricard keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Miyata trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ricard missing with a left hand there. Miyata was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ricard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Miyata fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ricard keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Miyata wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ricard misses with a right hand
and Miyata counters with a straight right hand.
Ricard blocks a jab.
Miyata displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ricard throws out the jab.
Ricard attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A lazy left from Miyata finds it's target.
Miyata lands a body shot.
Ricard scores with a hook to the body. Miyata takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss!
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Ricard.
Miyata misses with a looping right.
The crowd cheers as Ricard lands an impressive looking overhand right. Miyata doesn't seem phased though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that second 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. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Ricard throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ricard uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyata.
Ricard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Ricard avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Miyata tests Ricard's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Miyata misses with a lunging right hand
and Ricard counters with a nice uppercut.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Ricard uses good head movement to avoid it.
Miyata misses with a lunging right hand
and Ricard counters with a nice body shot.
Ricard fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Miyata is out of range.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Miyata takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Miyata uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ricard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ricard counters with an outside leg kick.
Ricard lands a leg kick that knocks Miyata off balance momentarily.
Ricard throws a body kick that misses
and Miyata counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ricard, right into the meat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ricard throws a shot from downtown. Miyata moves away and avoids it.
Miyata is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T1#
Ricard jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Miyata blocks a jab.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Ricard avoids it well and moves away.
Ricard thumps Miyata with a low kick.
Ricard swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Ricard moved out of range nicely.
Miyata moves out of range of the strikes.
Farboleous Ricard seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ricard slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Miyata misses the shot to the body.
Miyata throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ricard throws out a counter right but Miyata avoids it with no problem.
Ricard pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Miyata stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ricard.
Ricard throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ricard blocks a jab.
Ricard gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Miyata.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Ricard is out of range.
Ricard flicks out a counter leg kick but Miyata steps away.#T2#
Some bone on bone action there as Miyata checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ricard throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ricard connects with a single shot there.
Miyata throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyata looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ricard let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ricard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Ricard misses with a body shot.
Miyata misses with a hook
and Ricard counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ricard fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Miyata tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ricard defends well and Miyata ends up having to push Ricard into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ricard scores with a jab to the head.
Ricard uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
Ricard lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Miyata shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Ricard is trying to defend but Miyata finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T3#
Miyata lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ricard keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ricard is trying to control but Miyata manages to pass to mount!
Miyata is landing with some decent strikes but Ricard is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Ricard taking shots to the head.
Ricard tries to lock up and control but Miyata gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Miyata prevents Ricard from getting the reversal.
Miyata has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Miyata cracks Ricard with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #T4#
Ricard wants to hold on but Miyata pushes him away.
Miyata raining down hammerfists from mount.
Miyata raining down shots from the mount!
Ricard tries to lock up and control but Miyata gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Miyata lands a heavy elbow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ricard taking shots to the head.
Ricard wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB#
Miyata working for a choke but Ricard is defending well.
Kira Miyata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Ricard fending off the submission attempt from Miyata.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Kira Miyata.
I think Miyata has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kira Miyata!

A victorious Kira Miyata thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: GAMMA#678 Bryant v Hoyce     
Date:   Dec 09, 2017
#R1#
Mirowski dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Miyata. That did some damage!
Miyata lands a nice hook to Mirowski's body. Mirowski takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Mirowski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mirowski lands a leg kick that knocks Miyata off balance momentarily.
Miyata stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirowski.
Miyata smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Karol Mirowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mirowski takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Miyata connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mirowski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Mirowski connects with the punch.
Mirowski looking to land some kicks to the body here. #CL#
Mirowski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Miyata, pushing him back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miyata is working for takedown but Mirowski is calmly controlling the position for now.
Mirowski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Miyata goes for a takedown attempt but Mirowski pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
A swing and a miss from Mirowski.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Mirowski's shoulder, as Mirowski tries to avoid the shot.
Mirowski throws a leg kick but Miyata checks it.
Miyata lands a nice shot to the body.
Miyata misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Miyata.#T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Miyata checks a leg kick.
Miyata misses with a hook to the body
and Mirowski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mirowski has been working on his boxing with his coaches at AK Beasties in the buildup to the fight.
Mirowski takes a swing at Miyata's ribcage but misses.
Mirowski is looking to slow Miyata down with leg kicks.
Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by Mirowski.
Mirowski cracks the inside of Miyata's front leg.
Miyata staying out of range there.
Mirowski connects with a leg kick. Miyata looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Mirowski throws a leg kick but Miyata moved away.
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Mirowski saw that one coming.
Mirowski tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2#
and Miyata counters with a single leg into guard. Mirowski didn't expect that. #ES#
Mirowski has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Miyata has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice left hand lands by Mirowski.
Mirowski stalling the fight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirowski.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirowski.
Mirowski throws a punch but it's blocked by Miyata. #BC2#
Miyata escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
Miyata stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirowski.
Miyata changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Miyata has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Miyata takes one to the chin there.
Miyata fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Karol Mirowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata throws a looping overhand right but Mirowski ducks down to avoid it.
Mirowski lands a really nice looking cross but Miyata seems unphased.
Miyata's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A jab lands there for Mirowski.
Mirowski throws a series of strikes that have Miyata backpedaling.
Miyata checks the leg kick nicely there.
Miyata throws a jab when Mirowski was well out of range.
Mirowski throws a leg kick that is checked
and Miyata counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Miyata gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Miyata misses with a low kick as Mirowski jumps back.
Karol Mirowski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Miyata connects with a body shot that sends Mirowski's belly button to the back.#T3#
Mirowski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mirowski ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD2#
Miyata shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Miyata was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Miyata is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mirowski has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mirowski prevents Miyata from improving position.
Miyata wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mirowski keeps working. #SUB2#
Miyata is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mirowski knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Mirowski stops Miyata from passing to mount. #T4#
Mirowski bucks up and tries to throw Miyata off but instead Miyata has got his back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mirowski trying to get back to his feet but Miyata is in full control for now. #SUB2#
Mirowski fending off the submission attempt from Miyata.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Miyata is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Mirowski has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Karol Mirowski 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#
Mirowski will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mirowski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Miyata closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Mirowski quickly recovers to half guard.
Miyata is just content to waste time from the top position. Mirowski takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Miyata throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mirowski works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Mirowski keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully.
Miyata prevents Mirowski from getting back to his feet.
Kira Miyata has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata chips away with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Mirowski wants to stand and escape but Miyata is having none of it.
Miyata advances to half guard.
Mirowski is trying to stand up here but Miyata is controlling him well.
Miyata passes to full mount!
Miyata punching from mount but Mirowski doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Miyata lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Mirowski hang on?
Miyata has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Mirowski's face.
Miyata is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Mirowski suckers Miyata into throwing a sloppy strike and uses the momentum to reverse the position beautifully! Mirowski is now in Miyata's guard! #SUB2#
Miyata looking for subs off his back but Mirowski has passed one foot through into half guard. #T2#
Miyata is trying to get back to full guard.
Miyata blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mirowski.
Mirowski tries to stand but can't do so whilst Miyata controls his leg.
Mirowski is trying to control. Miyata wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
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!
Mirowski missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Miyata tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Mirowski has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Mirowski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Mirowski trying to control but Miyata is having none of it.
Miyata is wriggling around trying to escape. #T4#
Mirowski wants to control the pace but Miyata is squirming around nicely.
Miyata is trying desperately to improve position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata tries to hold on but Mirowski pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kira Miyata will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Mirowski uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Mirowski throws a leg kick but Miyata sees it coming and moves out of range.
A leg kick checked by Miyata.
Mirowski connects with a body shot that sends Miyata's belly button to the back.
Miyata tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mirowski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Miyata can do to turn this around?
Mirowski on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Miyata stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mirowski.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mirowski.
Miyata jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mirowski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mirowski defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata throws a right and a left that Mirowski avoids nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirowski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Miyata slips a straight right by Mirowski.
Miyata feints the counter takedown.
Mirowski lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Mirowski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Miyata avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Miyata misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Miyata takes a swing at Mirowski's ribcage but misses.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata scores with a punch to the head.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Mirowski is just out of range.
Mirowski attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Mirowski.
A slow jab from Mirowski misses its intended target.
Mirowski looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Miyata takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mirowski throws out a loose jab but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Mirowski misses the target.
Miyata throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mirowski throws a body punch but Miyata moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Mirowski.
A quick step to the side and Mirowski tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mirowski throws a leg kick
and Miyata counters with a stiff right hand.
Miyata checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mirowski scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T2#
Mirowski lands with an overhand left.
Mirowski throws a quick inside leg kick.
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!
Mirowski swings away with a body shot that misses #TD2#
and Miyata counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mirowski!
Miyata throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Mirowski works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Miyata throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Mirowski looks like he's trying to stand up.
Mirowski is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Miyata scores with a couple of nice shots.
Miyata trying to mount his opponent but Mirowski defends it.
Mirowski on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Mirowski keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Mirowski is looking to escape.
Miyata throwing shots but Mirowski is blocking nicely.
Mirowski is looking to escape.
Miyata frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Miyata won't let Mirowski get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Mirowski trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Miyata throwing strikes but Mirowski uses the opportunity to regain half guard.#T4#
Miyata sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mirowski defending well though. #SUB2#
Miyata is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Miyata is keen to just control but Mirowski is a slippery customer.
Miyata is looking to stall here but Mirowski recovers full guard.
Miyata throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mirowski wants to stand up but Miyata is controlling him.
Miyata trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Karol Mirowski did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Miyata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata tries to score with a low kick but Mirowski moves his leg out of the way.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Mirowski fires out a quick counter leg kick but Miyata just manages to avoid it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Mirowski.
Mirowski throws a low kick, looking for Miyata's leg but Miyata calmly moves out of range.
Miyata drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mirowski defends it well.
Mirowski misses with a low kick as Miyata jumps back.
Mirowski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Miyata's calf.
Miyata avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mirowski with a hook.
Mirowski looks to throw the jab but Miyata is out of range.
Miyata blocks a leg kick.
Mirowski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
so Miyata counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Miyata trying to control but Mirowski is working from the bottom.
Miyata throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mirowski works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Miyata trying to control but Mirowski is working from the bottom. #T1#
Miyata passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Miyata is trying to get an arm triangle but Mirowski is defending well.
Miyata wants to control but Mirowski is keeping him busy.
Miyata looks up at the clock and then as Mirowski takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Miyata smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Miyata misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #T2#
Miyata working the ground and pound from side control.
Miyata 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 Mirowski's shoulder. That is not cool.
Mirowski dodges the ground and pound from Miyata.
Miyata tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Mirowski wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Miyata trying to control the position but Mirowski is working away.
Miyata tries to score with some ground and pound. Mirowski controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Miyata tries to move into full mount but can't pass Mirowski's legs. #SUB2#
Miyata swings around for an armbar but Mirowski sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Miyata's guard.#T3#
Miyata trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Miyata has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mirowski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Miyata is pulling down on Mirowski's head. It's preventing any offense from Mirowski, at least for the moment.
Miyata bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mirowski's guard. #REVB##T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Mirowski keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully.
Mirowski wants to stand and escape but Miyata is having none of it.
Miyata throws a big elbow that misses.
Miyata throwing strikes but missing.
Miyata controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Miyata accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
The fighters circling - Mirowski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
and Mirowski counters with a stiff right hand.
Mirowski throws a leg kick but Miyata moved away.
And Miyata tries to counter it with a takedown but Mirowski pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Miyata throws a jab when Mirowski was well out of range.
Mirowski thows a leg kick but Miyata checks it #TD2#
and Miyata decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Mirowski's guard.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Mirowski keeps moving.
Miyata looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata landing with the ground and pound. #T1#
Miyata stops Mirowski from standing up.
Miyata tries to free his leg and advance position but Mirowski is retaining full guard.
Miyata trying to control but Mirowski is working from the bottom. #ES#
Mirowski is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Miyata wants to break free but Mirowski has control.
Mirowski swings wildly with an uppercut but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it.
Miyata is working Mirowski over against the cage.#T2#
Miyata lands with a right to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Miyata.
Mirowski scores with a shot to the side of Miyata's head.
Miyata blocks a body shot from Mirowski.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mirowski.
Mirowski prevents a takedown attempt there.
Mirowski's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Miyata lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mirowski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Miyata drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mirowski pulls his leg out and moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mirowski.
Mirowski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Miyata takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mirowski blocks a jab.
Mirowski thinks about countering with a body kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Mirowski darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Mirowski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
Mirowski appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T3#
A jab from Miyata misses.
Mirowski ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
A little feinted left hand from Mirowski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Miyata gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mirowski connects with a solid leg kick.
Miyata missing with a left hand there. Mirowski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A cross from Miyata lands.
Mirowski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Mirowski lands a right hook to the body.
That kick from Mirowski tenderised Miyata's leg. Miyata is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mirowski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.
Miyata throws a shot to the body.
Mirowski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyata.
Mirowski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Miyata moves out of range as Mirowski strikes.
Karol Mirowski is winning the standup battle so far.
Miyata connects with the punch.#T4#
Miyata throws the left hand but Mirowski avoids the punch easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mirowski checks a leg kick.
Mirowski scores with a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Miyata checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mirowski misses the shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Mirowski.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mirowski.
Mirowski slips a straight right by Miyata.
Mirowski appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mirowski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirowski. Miyata does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miyata throws a big shot that misses.
Mirowski misses with a looping left.
Mirowski misses with a jab to the body
letting Miyata counter with a right hand.
Mirowski throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mirowski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Karol Mirowski.
I think Mirowski has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 48:47
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 48:47
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Karol Mirowski!

Karol Mirowski retains his bantamweight title!
Karol Mirowski decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: GAMMA#673 Diehard v Shin     
Date:   Nov 11, 2017
#R1#
Miyata ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A jab from Miyata misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by World Citizen.
A jab from Miyata finds it's way through World Citizen's defenses.
Miyata fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and World Citizen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL#
Miyata gets tackled into the cage by World Citizen. World Citizen maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Miyata has World Citizen pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Miyata pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending World Citizen tumbling to the mat - Miyata dives into World Citizen's guard.
Miyata postures up in World Citizen's guard and throws a big left but World Citizen blocks it.
World Citizen wants to sweep here but Miyata controlling him for the moment.
World Citizen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Miyata throws a big elbow that misses.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Miyata working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. World Citizen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
World Citizen wants to sweep here but Miyata controlling him for the moment.
Miyata content to stall in guard here. #T1#
World Citizen looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
World Citizen wants to stand and escape but Miyata is having none of it.
Miyata wants to control from the top but World Citizen keeps moving.
World Citizen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Miyata won't allow World Citizen to sweep him here.
Miyata trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but World Citizen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Miyata shoots for a takedown but World Citizen saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Miyata connects with a body shot that sends World Citizen's belly button to the back.#CL#
World Citizen rushes Miyata and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
World Citizen misses with some punches.
World Citizen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Miyata drops to a knee looking for a takedown but World Citizen gets the underhooks and prevents it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from World Citizen.
Miyata lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of World Citizen backwards. #TD#
World Citizen pulls guard effortlessly.
Miyata has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
World Citizen pulls Miyata in close to his closed guard and prevents Miyata from doing any damage or advancing position.
Miyata stopping the sweep attempt from World Citizen.#SUB#
World Citizen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
World Citizen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Miyata is one step ahead there.
Miyata throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Miyata postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Miyata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. World Citizen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Miyata trying to control but World Citizen is working from the bottom.
World Citizen working a defensive guard here.
World Citizen is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
World Citizen is controlling Miyata's posture.
Miyata looking to pass the guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Miyata landing some decent shots from guard.
Miyata loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Miyata won't allow World Citizen to sweep him here.
World Citizen is adopting a defensive guard.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but World Citizen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Miyata is in close to World Citizen's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. World Citizen is keeping the position for now.
World Citizen is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Miyata tries to get to full guard but World Citizen has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kira Miyata will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Miyata scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but World Citizen manages to avoid it.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from World Citizen.
World Citizen throws a low kick but it's checked well by Miyata.#CL#
World Citizen moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Miyata breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
An inside leg kick lands from World Citizen.
World Citizen wants to clinch up but Miyata keeps it at a distance.
World Citizen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.
World Citizen is looking to clinch.
World Citizen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
World Citizen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Miyata shoots in but World Citizen avoids the takedown attempt easily.
World Citizen clobbers Miyata with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from World Citizen.#T1#
Miyata throws a body punch but World Citizen moves out of range.
World Citizen swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Miyata counters with a nice uppercut.
Nico World Citizen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
World Citizen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
A swing and a miss from World Citizen.
And Miyata tries to counter it with a takedown but World Citizen pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Miyata keeps the fight on the outside.
Miyata has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
World Citizen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kira Miyata seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Miyata takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nico World Citizen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by World Citizen.
Miyata checks the leg kick nicely there.
World Citizen is looking to chop away at Miyata's legs.
Miyata lands a straight punch to the body, keeping World Citizen at a distance.
World Citizen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Miyata's head backwards.
A big right from Miyata misses.
World Citizen connects with an inside leg kick.
Miyata takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
World Citizen with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miyata slips under a jab from World Citizen.#T2#
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but World Citizen was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
A right-left combo lands from World Citizen. #CUT#
It looks like Kira Miyata has been cut.
World Citizen moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Miyata lands a right hook to the body. #CL#
World Citizen moves into range and clinches up with Miyata.
Miyata drops to a knee looking for a takedown but World Citizen gets the underhooks and prevents it.
World Citizen is leaning against Miyata and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#TD2#
Miyata has clasped his hands together around World Citizen's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
World Citizen is trying to buck Miyata off.
World Citizen manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Miyata drops an elbow to the side of World Citizen's head.
World Citizen is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Gangsterdamage, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
World Citizen is concentrating on defense, preventing Miyata from advancing position.
Miyata stops World Citizen from getting back to his feet.
World Citizen wants to improve his position but Miyata is controlling well. #T3#
Miyata is trying to control. World Citizen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
World Citizen is trying to stand.
Miyata prevents World Citizen from improving his position.
Miyata trying to control from half guard but World Citizen is working away. #SUB2#
Miyata is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so World Citizen is just riding it out for now. Miyata eventually gives up the hold.
Miyata prevents World Citizen from standing back up. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Miyata trying to mount his opponent but World Citizen defends it.
World Citizen is holding on to half guard well.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
World Citizen throws the left hand but Miyata avoids the punch easily.
A jab from World Citizen finds it's way through Miyata's defenses.
Miyata misses with a straight left.
World Citizen lands a lovely overhand right.#TD2#
Miyata shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. World Citizen manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
World Citizen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
World Citizen working for a triangle but Miyata defends it easily.
Miyata throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nico World Citizen dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kira Miyata's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata walks into a straight right hand from World Citizen.
World Citizen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miyata throws out the jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for World Citizen.
World Citizen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The fighters circling - Miyata throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miyata takes one to the chin there.
Miyata misses with a hook. World Citizen ducked under it nicely. #CL#
World Citizen gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Miyata goes for a takedown in the clinch but World Citizen prevents it.
World Citizen is trying to pull guard but Miyata turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Miyata breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
World Citizen looks to land a combination but Miyata avoids it well.
Miyata cracks World Citizen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
World Citizen staying out of range there.
World Citizen wants to clinch up but Miyata keeps it at a distance.
World Citizen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
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!
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract World Citizen.#T1#
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
World Citizen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Miyata takes a swing at World Citizen's ribcage but misses.
Miyata throws a big shot that misses.
Miyata misses with a straight left.
A looping hook to the body misses from World Citizen. Miyata does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miyata scores with a decent looking hook.
World Citizen jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
World Citizen connects with a nice looking jab.
Miyata lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Miyata works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Miyata looks to land a right hand but World Citizen moved out of range.
World Citizen looks to land a left hand but Miyata moved out of range nicely.
Miyata feints the counter takedown.
World Citizen lands a jab to Miyata's midsection.
Miyata comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
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!
World Citizen moves to clinch but Miyata breaks away
and Miyata connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Miyata moves away from the strike by World Citizen.
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Miyata getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Miyata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. World Citizen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A low kick from World Citizen misses #TD2#
and Miyata counters with a single leg into guard. World Citizen didn't expect that.
World Citizen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but World Citizen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
World Citizen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Miyata defends well.
Miyata content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Miyata is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Miyata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. World Citizen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kira Miyata has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Miyata won't allow World Citizen to get back to his feet.
World Citizen is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Miyata controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Miyata tries to roll over but World Citizen keeps him under control.
World Citizen trying to control from half guard but Miyata is working away. #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.
World Citizen wants to pass to mount but Miyata is defending the position. #SUB2#
Miyata looking for submissions off his back.
Miyata is pressing down on World Citizen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
World Citizen looking to sit in guard and control but Miyata gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Miyata trying to control but World Citizen is working from the bottom.
Miyata in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kira Miyata comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Miyata 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kira Miyata!

Kira Miyata thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Nico World Citizen spoke after the fight, saying 'Yes, I want another one with 20cm or more reach advantage to give hype to.'.

 

Event: GAMMA#668 Diehard v Laine     
Date:   Oct 21, 2017
#R1#
Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss!
Keenan cracks Miyata with an open hand slap.
Miyata scores with a nice head shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Keenan, as that shot connected.
Miyata lands a right hook to the body.
Keenan lands a high kick!
Some bone on bone action there as Keenan checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Keenan lands with a nice body kick.
Miyata misses the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Keenan misses the target.
Miyata takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Miyata ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Keenan moves away.
Keenan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
An attempted straight right counter from Keenan misses the target.
Keenan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Miyata gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Keenan.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata scores with a body shot.
Keenan takes a swing at Miyata's ribcage but misses.
Miyata now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Keenan uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Miyata has time to react.
Miyata throws a looping overhand right but Keenan ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Good work by Miyata as he checks the leg kick.
Keenan blocks a low kick nicely.
Keenan swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Miyata to counter with a crisp jab.
Keenan misses with a straight right.
Keenan loads up on a big right hand but Miyata slips the punch.
A big right from Keenan misses.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown but Keenan shows good takedown defense.
Keenan misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata misses the body punch
letting Keenan counter with a right hand.
Keenan lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Keenan walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Miyata checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Keenan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Gareth Keenan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miyata lands a jab to the head.
Keenan is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Keenan connects with a single shot there.
Keenan throws out a loose jab but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Keenan throws a big shot that misses.
Keenan throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #T2#
Keenan lands a really nice looking cross but Miyata seems unphased.
Miyata shoots for a double leg takedown but Keenan sprawls well. He's pushed Miyata's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Keenan.
It looked like Keenan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Keenan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A low kick from Keenan is predictable there
and Miyata counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Miyata's jab looks to have found its range, popping Keenan under the eye.
Keenan tried to score with a low kick but Miyata checks it.
Keenan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Miyata's hands.
Miyata tried to score with a low kick but Keenan checks it.
Keenan throws a shot from downtown. Miyata moves away and avoids it.#TD2#
Miyata gets a double leg takedown into Keenan's guard.
Miyata controlling from the top position.
Keenan wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Keenan controls Miyata momentarily but Miyata frees himself.
Miyata controlling from the top position.
Miyata trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Miyata is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Keenan keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#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.
A big left from Miyata misses.
Keenan fires out a quick counter leg kick but Miyata just manages to avoid it.
Keenan avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Keenan ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Keenan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Keenan throws a body punch but Miyata moves out of range.
Keenan's jab looks to have found its range, popping Miyata under the eye.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Keenan.
Keenan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
A slow jab from Miyata misses its intended target.
Keenan connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Miyata momentarily.
Keenan misses with a body kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Miyata.
Gareth Keenan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
Miyata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Keenan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Keenan thinks about countering with a body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gareth Keenan dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Keenan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Miyata's hands.
Keenan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Miyata moves away.
Keenan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Miyata.
Keenan misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss!
Keenan lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Miyata takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Keenan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Keenan's head but Keenan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Miyata throws a looping overhand right but Keenan ducks down to avoid it.
Keenan throws a leg kick but Miyata moved away.
Keenan slips a jab from Miyata.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keenan throws the left hand but Miyata avoids the punch easily.
Miyata misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Miyata blocks a leg kick.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Keenan moved out of range nicely.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Miyata tries to score a power double leg takedown but Keenan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Miyata somewhat.#T1#
Miyata tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Keenan.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Keenan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Keenan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Miyata 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.
Keenan defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Keenan connects with a solid leg kick.
Keenan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.
It seemed like Miyata was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Keenan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Miyata can do to turn this around?
Keenan looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Keenan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Miyata connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Keenan misses with a hook.
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from Keenan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Keenan moves out of range as Miyata strikes.
Gareth Keenan is winning the standup battle so far.
A leg kick checked by Miyata.
Nice cross by Miyata.
Keenan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Miyata moves away.
Keenan ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Keenan is out of range.
Keenan misses with a hook. Miyata ducked under it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Keenan missing with a left hand there. Miyata was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Miyata is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Miyata takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Keenan was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Keenan misses with the body kick
and Miyata cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Miyata moves away from the strike by Keenan.
Keenan swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata throws a shot from downtown. Keenan moves away and avoids it.
Keenan looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
A shot to the liver by Miyata. Beautiful body shot.#T3#
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Keenan misses with a kick to the body.
Keenan misses with a hook. Miyata ducked under it nicely.
Miyata throws a nice looking combination but Keenan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Keenan's shoulder, as Keenan tries to avoid the shot.
Keenan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Keenan. That's going to slow Miyata down.
Keenan scoring well with a low kick there. #TD2#
Miyata manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Keenan on his heels. He'll look to pass Keenan's guard now, I'm sure.
Miyata looking to sit in guard and control but Keenan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Miyata managing to control the position.
Miyata tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Keenan is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Miyata keeping full guard, as Keenan tries to pass.
Miyata looking to hit a scissor sweep but Keenan is one step ahead there.
Miyata not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Miyata is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gareth Keenan dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Miyata looks for a takedown but Keenan sprawls well.
Miyata slips under a jab from Keenan.
Keenan throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Miyata.
Miyata avoids the body shot from Keenan.
Miyata connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Keenan scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Miyata throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Miyata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
That kick from Keenan tenderised Miyata's leg. Miyata is trying to keep his angry face on.
Miyata lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keenan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Keenan looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Miyata slips under a jab from Keenan.
Keenan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Keenan.
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Keenan saw that one coming.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Miyata.
It seemed like Miyata was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Keenan takes a swing at Miyata's ribcage but misses.
Miyata takes a swing at Keenan's ribcage but misses.
Keenan misses with a hook.
Miyata's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Keenan loads up on a big right hand but Miyata slips the punch.
Miyata throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Keenan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Keenan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Keenan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Keenan throws a shot from downtown. Miyata moves away and avoids it.
A jab from Keenan misses.
Keenan connects with a solid leg kick.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Keenan as he jumps to the side.
Keenan connects with a looping right hand.
Jab, jab by Miyata - just one landing.
Keenan tries to land a front kick but Miyata steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T2#
Miyata throws a lazy right hand but Keenan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Miyata throws the left hand but Keenan avoids the punch easily.
Keenan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Miyata.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Miyata throws a poor cross that misses
letting Keenan counter with a right hand.
Keenan avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
It appears Keenan was looking to counter with a kick there.
Miyata connects with a solid leg kick.
Miyata shoots and misses
letting Keenan counter with a right hand.
Gareth Keenan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
Keenan jabs at Miyata's body.
Miyata misses with a right hand
and Keenan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Keenan lands a body shot.
Keenan will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Keenan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
and Keenan counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T3#
Keenan loads up on a big right hand but Miyata slips the punch.
Miyata misses with a straight right.
Miyata missing with a left hand there. Keenan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Keenan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Miyata on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Keenan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Keenan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Keenan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Miyata misses with a lunging right hand
and Keenan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Keenan stuns Miyata with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A big left from Miyata misses.
Miyata checks a low kick from Keenan.
Miyata cracks Keenan with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Miyata checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Keenan connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Miyata momentarily.
Keenan looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Miyata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Keenan throws a jab but it's blocked by Miyata.
Keenan misses with a straight left.
Keenan staying out of range there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice leg kick lands there from Keenan.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Keenan was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Keenan misses with a body shot.
Miyata is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Keenan with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Miyata throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Keenan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Miyata staying out of range there.
A leg kick checked by Miyata.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Keenan was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Miyata throws a looping overhand right but Keenan ducks down to avoid it.
Keenan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Keenan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Keenan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Miyata counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Keenan thinking.
Keenan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Miyata on the side of the head.
A slow jab from Keenan misses its intended target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gareth Keenan clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
Keenan blocks a jab.
Keenan misses with a shot to the body
and Miyata counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A jab from Keenan does it's job there.
Miyata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Keenan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miyata.
Keenan looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Miyata displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Keenan throws out the jab.
Miyata swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Keenan moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Jab, jab by Keenan - just one landing.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Keenan manages to avoid it.
Miyata misses the jab.
Keenan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keenan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Miyata.
A clash of legs there as Miyata blocks the low kick.
Miyata changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Keenan cracks the inside of Miyata's front leg.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Keenan swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Miyata throws a looping overhand right but Keenan ducks down to avoid it.
Keenan connects with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Miyata throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Keenan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Miyata is in Keenan's guard.
Keenan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Miyata controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Keenan has his hands on Miyata's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Miyata stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Keenan has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Miyata manages to get his head free but now Keenan has transitioned to an armbar! Miyata grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Keenan! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gareth Keenan!
Gareth Keenan retains his featherweight title!
A very excited looking Gareth Keenan made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: GAMMA#665 Laine v Shin     
Date:   Sep 30, 2017
#R1#
Miyata staying out of range there.
Zhai ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Zhai wants to clinch but Miyata slips to the side
and Miyata counters with a straight right hand.
Zhai takes one to the chin there.
A jab from Miyata does it's job there.
Zhai swinging wildly here.
Miyata changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Zhai throws a leg kick #TD#
and Miyata counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Zhai throws Miyata to one side and escapes!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zhai looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Zhai ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Zhai misses with a hook.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Zhai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Zhai was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Zhai doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
Miyata bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zhai tries to move into range but Miyata moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Miyata dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Miyata connects with a single shot there.
Zhai bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zhai flicks out a counter leg kick but Miyata steps away.
Miyata scores with a jab.
Miyata lands a nice shot that snaps Zhai's head back.
Zhai throws a hook to the side of Miyata's head but Miyata sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A bone on bone clash there as Miyata blocks the leg kick.
Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by Zhai.
Zhai swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Miyata scores with the left hand. Zhai knows he should have avoided that one.
Miyata has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID290K) in the buildup to the fight.
The fighters circling - Zhai throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Zhai throws a head kick that half lands.
Miyata is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zhai looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Zhai takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Miyata throws a body punch but Zhai moves out of range.
Miyata moves out of range of the strikes.
Miyata throws a body punch but Zhai moves out of range.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Zhai's head but Zhai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Miyata throws a big shot that misses.
Zhai pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Zhai does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big right from Miyata misses.
Zhai misses with a leg kick.
Miyata throws out a powerful jab.
Miyata misses with a hook to the body
and Zhai cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Miyata scores with a crisp jab that stopped Zhai in his tracks.
Miyata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Zhai uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Miyata.
Zhai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zhai swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Zhai throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Miyata sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Miyata misses with a shot to the body
and Miyata takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Miyata misses with a looping right.
Miyata moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromZhai.
Zhai lands a leg kick that knocks Miyata off balance momentarily.
Decent striking displayed by Miyata there.
Miyata connects with an inside leg kick.
Miyata misses with a takedown attempt
and Zhai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zhai ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.#T4#
Zhai throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Miyata counters with a single leg into guard. Zhai didn't expect that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyata landing with the ground and pound.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Zhai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zhai not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Zhai managing to control the position.
Miyata looking to pass the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Miyata throws the left hand but Zhai avoids the punch easily.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata cracks Zhai with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Zhai moves forwards but Miyata connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Zhai dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Zhai throws a right and a left that both miss.
Zhai defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miyata fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Zhai holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Zhai is trying to stall.
Miyata blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Zhai prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Miyata is looking to take this one to the mat.
Miyata throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Zhais head.
Miyata tries for a takedown but Zhai manages to get underhooks.
Miyata blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Zhai digs a right hand into Miyata's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Miyata's gas tank.
Zhai working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Zhai lands a shoulder strike.
Miyata misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Zhai fails to land.
Miyata swings wildly with an uppercut but Zhai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Zhai scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right hook to the body lands for Zhai.
Zhai working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
Miyata breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Zhai connects with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Zhai uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Miyata blocks a jab.
Miyata drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zhai sprawls and moves away.
Zhai lands a head kick! #CUT2#
It looks like Kira Miyata has been cut.
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
Miyata moves away from the strike by Zhai.
The fighters circling - Miyata throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Zhai now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Zhai throws a jab but it's blocked by Miyata.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Miyata throws a hook but Zhai avoids it easily.
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
and Zhai counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Miyata stuns Zhai with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Zhai moves out of range of the strikes.
Zhai looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Miyata misses with an uppercut
and Zhai counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Miyata lands a really nice looking cross but Zhai seems unphased. #T3#
Zhai takes one to the side of the head.
Miyata motions for Zhai to come forward. Miyata throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Zhai staying out of range there.
Zhai stuffs the takedown.
Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by Zhai.
Zhai swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Miyata ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zhai moves away.
Zhai looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Zhai doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Zhai sprawls well. Zhai wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Miyata gets slowly back to his feet.
Miyata throws a predictable looking body shot
and Zhai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Miyata misses the shot to the body.
Zhai ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.#T4#
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
A head kick misses from Zhai.
Miyata throwing a counter right hand but Zhai manages to avoid it.
Miyata thuds a left hand into Zhai's body.
Miyata uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zhai.
Zhai swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Miyata tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Zhai momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zhai misses with an uppercut. Miyata saw that one coming.
Miyata tries to counter with a takedown but Zhai is quick to defend against it.
Zang Zhai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zhai walks into a jab.
Miyata misses with a right hand
and Zhai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zhai connects with the punch.
Zhai checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Zhai ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Zang Zhai showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kira Miyata's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Zhai doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Zhai lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Miyata ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Miyata connects with a body shot.
Zhai tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Miyata misses with a hook. Zhai ducked under it nicely.
A big left from Zhai misses.
Zhai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Miyata misses with a body punch
and Zhai counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Zhai avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Miyata swings widly with a right hand #CL2#
and Zhai counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A short left from Zhai. #T1#
Miyata drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Zhai.
Zhai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Zhai lands with a light punch inside.
Zhai taking a breather.
Zhai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Miyata is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Zhai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Zhai fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Miyata pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Miyata decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Miyata looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Zhai with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kira Miyata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Zhai makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Zhai.#T2#
Zhai looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Miyata stays in close to Zhai's body and controls the position.
Zhai has control of Miyata's left arm, preventing Miyata from doing any damage.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Zhai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zhai wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Zhai wants to control but Miyata passes easily into half guard. #T3#
Miyata wants to take a breather but Zhai is having none of it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Miyata prevents Zhai from improving his position.
Zhai avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Miyata. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Zhai cracks a nice hook into Miyata's ribs.
Zhai lands with an uppercut that bounces Miyata off the cage and back into range.#TD#
Miyata manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Zhai on his heels. He'll look to pass Zhai's guard now, I'm sure.
Zhai avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Zhai not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Miyata looking to pass the guard.
Miyata loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zhai keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully.
Zhai looking to control but Miyata passes into half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Zang Zhai.
I think Zhai 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Kira Miyata!

An out of breath Kira Miyata thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: GAMMA#663 McTearson v Cole     
Date:   Sep 16, 2017
#R1#
Dong Hyuk uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
Dong Hyuk throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Miyata counter with a right hand.
A left lands for Miyata.
Dong Hyuk throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Miyata scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Good leg kick by Dong Hyuk there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Dong Hyuk throws a chopping leg kick but Miyata manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Dong Hyuk misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata throws out a counter right but Dong Hyuk avoids it with no problem.
Dong Hyuk fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Miyata is out of range.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Dong Hyuk moved out of range nicely.
Miyata throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Miyata throws a shot from downtown. Dong Hyuk moves away and avoids it.
Dong Hyuk does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
We've been told by Dong Hyuk's head coaches at LOD: Top Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dong Hyuk slips under a jab.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Dong Hyuk.
Miyata throws a body punch but Dong Hyuk moves out of range.
Dong Hyuk appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Miyata scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Miyata lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Dong Hyuk slips the punch.
Dong Hyuk seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Miyata looks to land a right hand but Dong Hyuk moved out of range.
Dong Hyuk was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dong Hyuk displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miyata throws out the jab.
Dong Hyuk fires out a quick counter leg kick but Miyata just manages to avoid it.
Dong Hyuk lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A swing and a miss from Miyata.
A punch lands to the side of Miyata 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Miyata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dong Hyuk uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Miyata has time to react.
Miyata scores with a jab to the body.
Dong Hyuk misses with a low kick as Miyata jumps back.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Dong Hyuk's shoulder, as Dong Hyuk tries to avoid the shot.
Dong Hyuk swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Miyata throws the left hand but Dong Hyuk avoids the punch easily.
Miyata uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dong Hyuk.
Dong Hyuk throws a low kick, looking for Miyata's leg but Miyata calmly moves out of range.
Miyata defending well as Dong Hyuk loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Miyata connects with a body shot.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Miyata.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dong Hyuk throws a leg kick but Miyata moved away.
Dong Hyuk throws out a loose jab but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it.
Miyata scores with a body shot.
Miyata uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dong Hyuk.
Dong Hyuk defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miyata turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dong Hyuk closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Dong Hyuk is looking to score with low kicks.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Dong Hyuk is just out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dong Hyuk.
A slapping leg kick lands for Dong Hyuk.
Dong Hyuk lands a nice leg kick that just misses Miyata's sensitive parts.
Miyata stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dong Hyuk.
Miyata connects with a looping right hand.
Miyata scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T3#
Miyata getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dong Hyuk steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Dong Hyuk checks the leg kick.
Dong Hyuk on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Good work by Dong Hyuk as he checks the leg kick.
Dong Hyuk swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A big left from Miyata misses.
Dong Hyuk steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Dong Hyuk throws a jab but it's blocked by Miyata.
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Dong Hyuk uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Nice defenses there by Dong Hyuk.
Dong Hyuk throws a front kick aimed at Miyata's knee but Miyata avoids it well.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Dong Hyuk dodges the punch combination from Miyata.
Dong Hyuk on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T4#
Dong Hyuk moves out of range as Miyata strikes.
Miyata ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dong Hyuk moves away.
Dong Hyuk pivots, looking for a leg kick but Miyata is out of range and Dong Hyuk settles back down.
Miyata is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Dong Hyuk had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Dong Hyuk fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Miyata.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dong Hyuk manages to avoid it.
Dong Hyuk scoring well with a low kick there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A clash of legs there as Miyata blocks the low kick.
Dong Hyuk fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Miyata throws a body punch but Dong Hyuk moves out of range.
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Miyata throws the left hand but Dong Hyuk avoids the punch easily.
Dong Hyuk ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Dong Hyuk swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dong Hyuk avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Miyata misses with a hook
and Miyata takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Miyata is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dong Hyuk.
Dong Hyuk throws a leg kick but Miyata moved away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Dong Hyuk lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Miyata checks the leg kick.
Dong Hyuk swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Miyata tries a quick counter leg kick but Dong Hyuk is wise to it.
Miyata's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Miyata throws a chopping leg kick but Dong Hyuk manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Miyata lands a nice looking body shot.
Miyata on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dong Hyuk. Dong Hyuk obviously looking to wear him down.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Dong Hyuk might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Miyata scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dong Hyuk in his tracks.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Dong Hyuk is out of range.
Miyata has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Some bone on bone action there as Miyata checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A little jabbing left from Miyata on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dong Hyuk slips a jab from Miyata.
Dong Hyuk misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Miyata! But no joy.
Miyata takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dong Hyuk throws a leg kick but Miyata sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Dong Hyuk slips the punch.
Dong Hyuk lands with a nice body punch.
Dong Hyuk chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dong Hyuk throws a poor cross that misses
and Miyata cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Dong Hyuk looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Miyata misses the body punch
and Dong Hyuk counters with an inside leg kick.
Dong Hyuk throws a quick inside leg kick.
Dong Hyuk throws a leg kick that misses.
It seemed like Miyata was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Miyata walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Dong Hyuk checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Dong Hyuk tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Miyata is able to avoid easily.
Miyata lands a nice shot to the body.
Dong Hyuk works Miyata's body with a nice hook.
Dong Hyuk shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Miyata feints a counter leg kick.
Miyata throws a hook but Dong Hyuk blocks it.
Miyata scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Miyata throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Miyata connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dong Hyuk momentarily.
Miyata misses the shot to the body.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Dong Hyuk uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dong Hyuk fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Miyata checks it well.
Miyata thuds a left hand into Dong Hyuk's body.
Kira Miyata seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Dong Hyuk wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miyata swings for the body but Dong Hyuk moves out of range.
Dong Hyuk lands with an uppercut that bounces Miyata off the cage and back into range.
Dong Hyuk misses with an uppercut.
Dong Hyuk throws a lazy uppercut
and Miyata counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dong Hyuk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Miyata checks the leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Miyata on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dong Hyuk ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Dong Hyuk swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Miyata on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dong Hyuk. Dong Hyuk obviously looking to wear him down.
Dong Hyuk feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Miyata's calf.#CL#
Dong Hyuk takes the fight into the clinch.
Dong Hyuk lands with a short shot to the head.
Dong Hyuk tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Miyata's elbow.
Dong Hyuk doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dong Hyuk makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3#
Dong Hyuk working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Dong Hyuk as the two fighters clinch.
Dong Hyuk tries to work over Miyata's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Miyata's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Miyata staying out of range there.
Miyata lands a slapping body shot.
Miyata misses with a straight right.
Miyata blocks a leg kick.
Dong Hyuk lands with a hook. Miyata tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nice defenses there by Dong Hyuk.
Dong Hyuk throws a big shot that misses.
Dong Hyuk slips a straight right by Miyata.
Dong Hyuk throws a front kick aimed at Miyata's knee but Miyata avoids it well.
Dong Hyuk looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Dong Hyuk fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Dong Hyuk slips a jab from Miyata.
Dong Hyuk misses with the body kick
and Dong Hyuk takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Miyata checks a leg kick.
Miyata throws a hook but Dong Hyuk blocks it.
Dong Hyuk throws a front kick aimed at Miyata's knee but Miyata avoids it well.
Dong Hyuk misses with a body punch
and Miyata counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata scores with a shot to the body.
Dong Hyuk moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dong Hyuk tries to clinch there but Miyata circles away.
Dong Hyuk has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Miyata finds it's way round the side to connect with Dong Hyuk's head.
Dong Hyuk connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dong Hyuk fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Miyata.
Miyata checks a low kick from Dong Hyuk.
Dong Hyuk ducks right into an uppercut from Miyata.
Miyata swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Miyata takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Dong Hyuk cracks Miyata with a right hand to the side of the head.
Miyata avoids the body shot from Dong Hyuk.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shin Dong Hyuk dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Dong Hyuk looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Miyata connects with a right hand. Dong Hyuk shakes it off.
Dong Hyuk lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Miyata at a distance.
Miyata blocks a leg kick.
Dong Hyuk connects with a crisp jab.
Dong Hyuk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyata.
Dong Hyuk misses with a low kick.
Dong Hyuk wants to slow Miyata down by chopping away at his legs.
Dong Hyuk slips under a jab from Miyata.
A bone on bone clash there as Miyata blocks the leg kick.
Miyata now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dong Hyuk uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dong Hyuk ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Dong Hyuk takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Miyata takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Dong Hyuk cracks the inside of Miyata's front leg.
Dong Hyuk lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Miyata circles away quickly and effectively.
A little jabbing left from Miyata on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Dong Hyuk misses the target.
Miyata throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dong Hyuk moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Miyata misses with a straight left.
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
and Dong Hyuk counters with a straight right hand.
Miyata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dong Hyuk sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dong Hyuk throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Miyata blocks a jab.
Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by Dong Hyuk.
Dong Hyuk fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Dong Hyuk.
Dong Hyuk looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Dong Hyuk walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dong Hyuk.
Dong Hyuk keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A leg kick checked by Miyata.
Miyata swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Miyata tries a low kick but Dong Hyuk avoids it.#T2#
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Miyata fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dong Hyuk looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Miyata uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dong Hyuk has time to react.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miyata throws a hook but Dong Hyuk avoids it easily.
Dong Hyuk keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Miyata uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dong Hyuk.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Dong Hyuk uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dong Hyuk avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Dong Hyuk feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dong Hyuk takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dong Hyuk throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata misses with a head kick.
Miyata scores with a punch to the head.
Dong Hyuk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyata.
Miyata throws a lazy right hand but Dong Hyuk sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Miyata works the jab nicely.
Good work by Miyata as he checks the leg kick.
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Dong Hyuk misses with a low kick.
Miyata scores with a decent looking hook.
Dong Hyuk connects with a solid leg kick.
Dong Hyuk takes a swing at Miyata's ribcage but misses.
Dong Hyuk attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Good standup being displayed there by Miyata as he connects with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Dong Hyuk does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dong Hyuk half committed to a counter leg kick.
Miyata fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dong Hyuk. #CL#
Dong Hyuk has closed the distance and engaged Miyata in a clinch. #BC2#
Miyata breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dong Hyuk tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Miyata uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dong Hyuk.#T4#
Dong Hyuk swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Miyata misses with an uppercut.
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dong Hyuk.
Miyata tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice uppercut there from Dong Hyuk.
Miyata throws a head kick but Dong Hyuk moves out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Dong Hyuk.
Miyata throws a hook but Dong Hyuk blocks it.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Dong Hyuk throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Miyata throws a low kick, looking for Dong Hyuk's leg but Dong Hyuk calmly moves out of range.
Dong Hyuk fires out a quick counter leg kick but Miyata just manages to avoid it.
Miyata scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dong Hyuk scores with a sloppy right hand. Miyata should have avoided that one.
Dong Hyuk goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A clash of legs there as Miyata blocks the low kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kira Miyata.
I think Miyata 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Kira Miyata!

Our winner, Kira Miyata, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
In defeat, Shin Dong Hyuk stepped up to the mic, saying 'Back to the camp. Shit... Seems like I can make any fight a close fight.'.

 

Event: GAMMA#657 Shin v Mosby     
Date:   Aug 26, 2017
#R1#
Miyata moves out of range as Swann strikes.
Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Miyata has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID290K) in the buildup to the fight.
Swann tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Miyata was well out of range. Poor timing from Swann.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Swann on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
Swann on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Swann lands with a nice body punch.
Miyata cracks Swann with a right hand to the side of the head.
Miyata connects with a crisp jab.
A jab from Swann misses.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Swann is just out of range.
Nice jab there from Miyata.
Swann keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Swann throws a low kick but Miyata moves out of range easily.
Miyata walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Swann, as that shot connected.
Miyata defending well as Swann loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Swann's waist but Swann gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Miyata off to one side.
Swann moves forwards but Miyata connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Miyata throws a series of punches but Swann avoids them all with ease.
Swann misses with an uppercut. Miyata saw that one coming.
Miyata bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Swann's head backwards.
Swann throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range.
Good exchange - Miyata coming out on top.
Miyata lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Swann at a distance.
Swann throws a chopping leg kick but Miyata manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Miyata shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Swann defends it nicely.
Swann slips a jab from Miyata.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch.
Swann drops his hands momentarily and Miyata takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Miyata fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Swann checks it well.
Miyata takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Miyata throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Miyata lands a nice looking body shot.
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!
Swann swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata darts in looking for a takedown but Swann gets double underhooks and turns Miyata into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Swann throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it.
Swann will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
and Swann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Miyata lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Swann dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Miyata. That did some damage!
Swann swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Swann ducks right into an uppercut from Miyata.
Swann scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Miyata is defended easily by Swann.
Swann misses with a looping right.
Miyata on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Miyata scores with a jab.#T3#
Swann loads up on a big right hand but Miyata slips the punch.
Miyata drops down looking for a counter takedown but Swann sprawls and moves away.
Swann avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Miyata ducks right into an uppercut from Swann.
Swann lands a jab to the head.
Miyata shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Swann defends it nicely.
A jab from Miyata finds it's way through Swann's defenses.
Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Miyata shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Miyata.
Miyata working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T4#
Swann seems a little lost for a moment, as Miyata dominates the positioning.
Miyata misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Swann is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
A lull in the action here.
Miyata tries to score with some ground and pound. Swann controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Miyata has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Sloppy strikes there by Miyata.
Miyata is looking to take a break and control but Swann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Miyata lands a decent elbow from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Kira Miyata will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Miyata looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nice shot by Miyata.
Miyata fails with a takedown attempt.
Miyata steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Swann. That one must have hurt.
Swann just misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Swann displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miyata throws out the jab.
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice defenses there by Swann.
Swann clobbers Miyata with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Swann bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata misses with an uppercut.
Swann defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata walks into a stiff left hand from Swann.
Ross Swann seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Swann misses with a leg kick.
Swann connects with a looping right hand. #T1#
Nice sprawl there from Swann as Miyata shoots in.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown but Swann shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Miyata misses with a few strikes there.
A jab from Miyata misses.
Miyata is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Swann.
Swann slips under a jab.
Swann misses with a wild body shot.
Nice shot by Miyata.#TD#
Miyata shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Miyata was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Miyata working the strikes but Swann uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Miyata is pressing down on Swann's thigh, looking to free his foot. Swann is holding on for now.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Miyata is working for a submission of some sort. #T2#
Swann is staying active underneath Miyata, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Swann wants to improve his position but Miyata is controlling well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Miyata is stalling here. Swann is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Miyata seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Swann has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Miyata tries to bench press Swann off him but Swann keeps the position.
Swann controls the position from side control.#T3#
Miyata tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Swann wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kira Miyata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Miyata is not content to let Swann control the position.
Miyata is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Swann trying to control the action but Miyata is working from the bottom.
Miyata gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Swann is taking a breather. Miyata says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Swann wants to free his trapped foot but Miyata is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Swann is keen to just control but Miyata is a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ross Swann showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata works Swann's body with a nice hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Swann scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Miyata displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Swann throws out the jab.
Miyata throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Swann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Swann is looking to slow Miyata down with leg kicks.
Swann throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it.
Swann throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range.
Miyata throws a body punch but Swann moves out of range.
Swann doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Swann takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Crunch! Swann slams his shin into Miyata's torso.
Swann lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Swann is looking to slow Miyata down with leg kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters circling - Swann throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miyata changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Miyata takes a swing at Swann's ribcage but misses.
Miyata walks into a straight right hand from Swann.#T1#
A slow jab from Swann misses its intended target.
Miyata swings for the body but Swann moves out of range.
Swann lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Miyata avoids the body shot from Swann.
A quick step to the side and Miyata tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata throws a poor cross that misses
letting Swann counter with a right hand.
A slow jab from Miyata misses its intended target.
Swann misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Miyata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Swann lands a jab to the nose.
Swann misses with a looping left.
Swann tries to move into range but Miyata moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Swann uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Miyata has time to react.
Miyata moves out of range of the strikes.
Miyata keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Swann.#T2#
Swann lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swann was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Swann moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Swann throws a lazy right hand but Miyata sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Miyata takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Miyata digs a good hook to Swann's body.
Swann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Swann bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Miyata's head backwards.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Swann enables Miyata to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Swann manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Swann has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Miyata loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Miyata is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Miyata distracts Swann with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Miyata with a flurry of punches that miss.
Miyata throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Miyata won't allow Swann to sweep him here.
Miyata sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Swann is pulling down on Miyata's head to control his posture.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Swann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Miyata throws a jab when Swann was well out of range.
Swann fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Swann walks into a jab.
Swann scores with a jab. Miyata acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Miyata scores with a nice strike.
Swann throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Miyata lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Swann circles away quickly and effectively.
Swann takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Miyata throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Swann.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range.
Swann misses with an uppercut. Miyata saw that one coming.
Swann lands with a right hand.
Miyata blocks a jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Miyata misses its target.
Swann cracks the inside of Miyata's front leg.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ross Swann comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Swann 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ross Swann!

A relieved looking Ross Swann thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: GAMMA#654 Wolek v Keenan 2     
Date:   Aug 12, 2017
#R1#
Miyata moves out of range as Zhai strikes.
The fighters circle momentarily. Miyata darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Miyata looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Zhai is fending him off so far but Miyata persists. Nope, Zhai circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Miyata shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Miyata wants to pass the guard but Zhai is defending well.
Zhai is refusing to be controlled, as Miyata sits in half guard.
Zhai controlling the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata wants to pass the guard but Zhai is defending well.
Miyata is thwarting Zhai's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Zhai is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyata not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miyata is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Zhai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zhai is trying to maintain the position but Miyata is very close to passing his half guard.
Miyata stalling away here and it's allowed Zhai to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Zhai keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully.
Zhai is adopting a defensive guard.
Miyata trying to control but Zhai is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Miyata bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zhai on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Zhai throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Miyata takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Miyata punishes Zhai's body with a nice straight punch.
Zang Zhai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miyata misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
Zhai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Miyata shoots for a takedown but Zhai saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Miyata shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Miyata is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Zhai defends it well.
Miyata not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Zhai is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nice strikes from Miyata there.
Miyata winds up and cracks Zhai with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Miyata prevents Zhai from improving his position.#T4#
Miyata sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Zhai defending well though.
Miyata is keen to just control but Zhai is a slippery customer.
Zhai keeping control of the position.
Miyata is thwarting Zhai's attempts to control the position.
We've been hearing that Miyata has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Miyata is looking to take a break and control but Zhai is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that round.
That's time! Miyata's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Miyata lands a slapping body shot. #TD#
Miyata shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Miyata is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Miyata seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Zhai does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
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. Miyata connects with a nice short shot to Zhai's temple.
Miyata scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Miyata working Zhai over with strikes.
Zhai is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Miyata's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Miyata's back!#T1#
Miyata wants to escape the position.
Miyata is working hard here to advance position.
Zhai controlling the position well here. Miyata rolled but Zhai kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Miyata is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB2#
Zhai is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #T2#
Zhai looking to hold on to the position here but Miyata rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Zhai slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Miyata is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zhai can do to turn this around?
Zhai is continuing to stall.
Miyata controls Zhai momentarily but Zhai frees himself.
Miyata looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zhai is one step ahead there. #T3#
Zhai slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Miyata is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Miyata keeping full guard, as Zhai tries to pass.
Zhai sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Miyata wants to sweep here but Zhai controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Zhai doesn't manage to clinch there - Miyata circles away.
Miyata throws the left hand but Zhai avoids the punch easily.
Miyata checks a low kick from Zhai.
Miyata was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Miyata misses the shot to the body.
Zhai takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zhai manages to avoid it.
Miyata lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Miyata scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
No luck for Miyata with that takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zhai throws a body punch but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata throws a right hand that misses
and Zhai counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Miyata thinking.
A jab from Zhai does it's job there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata moves out of range as Zhai strikes.
A quick step to the side and Miyata tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata's corner calls for a 1-2. Miyata obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Zhai sizes up Miyata with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Zhai is just out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Miyata. Those never looked like landing.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Zhai was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Miyata misses with a jab to the body
and Zhai counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Miyata ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zhai moves away.
Miyata throws the left hand but Zhai avoids the punch easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Zhai darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Zang Zhai seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Miyata fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Zhai lands a nice looking body shot.
Zhai staying out of range there.
Zhai scores with a hook to the body. Miyata takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Zhai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Zhai misses the jab.
Miyata misses with a straight right. #T1#
Zhai smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Miyata misses the jab.
Miyata swings widly with a right hand
and Zhai counters with a stiff right hand.
Miyata bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fighters circling - Zhai throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Zhai is just out of range.
Zhai defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Miyata.
Zhai keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miyata.
Miyata scores with the left hand. Zhai knows he should have avoided that one.
Miyata moves out of range as Zhai strikes.
A head kick misses from Zhai.
Zhai throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range.
Zhai throws out a loose jab but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it.
Miyata misses with a jab to the body
enabling Zhai to counter with a crisp jab.
Zhai works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Zhai's head but Zhai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Miyata lands with an uppercut that bounces Zhai off the cage and back into range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zhai throws a push kick but Miyata slaps the foot to one side.
Zang Zhai has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A nice leg kick lands there from Zhai.
Miyata throws the left hand but Zhai avoids the punch easily.
Zhai throws out a powerful jab.
Zhai lands with a thumping leg kick.
Miyata scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Miyata changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Zhai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Zhai keeps Miyata at a distance using the push kick.
Miyata moves out of range as Zhai throws a body kick.
Zhai fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Miyata defending well as Zhai loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Miyata misses with a looping left.#TD#
Zhai gets caught flat footed, as Miyata shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES2#
Zhai is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Miyata presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #T3#
Zhai misses with the head strike.
Zhai pushes Miyata back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Miyata swings wildly with an uppercut but Zhai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Miyata drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Zhai gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Zhai tries to work over Miyata's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Miyata turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Miyata manages to end up in side control.
Zhai keeping his opponent close.
Zhai is trying to get back to half guard.
The referee asks Miyata politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Miyata prefers to stall for the moment though.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Zhai's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Zhai tries to bench press Miyata off him but Miyata keeps the position.
Zhai is trying to control Miyata's posture but Miyata avoids it.
Miyata works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Miyata trying to control the action but Zhai is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zang Zhai comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Miyata has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kira Miyata!

Our winner, Kira Miyata, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: GAMMA#651 Goodman v Hanolla     
Date:   Jul 29, 2017
#R1#
World Citizen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Miyata misses with an uppercut #CL#
and World Citizen counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
World Citizen makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Miyata is looking for a takedown.
World Citizen misses with a punch on the inside.
World Citizen lands a hook to the side of the head.
Miyata prevents a body shot from World Citizen.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
World Citizen misses with a punch on the inside.
Miyata goes for a takedown in the clinch but World Citizen prevents it.
Miyata goes for a takedown in the clinch but World Citizen prevents it.
Nico World Citizen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
World Citizen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
World Citizen misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata changes levels and goes for a takedown here. World Citizen fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Miyata on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL#
World Citizen drives through and clinches with Miyata against the cage.
Miyata is trying to drag World Citizen to the mat but World Citizen just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T1#
Miyata is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A left hand lands to the body for World Citizen.
World Citizen is working Miyata over against the cage.
World Citizen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Miyata breaks from the clinch.
Miyata takes one on the chin but seems OK.
World Citizen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but World Citizen is out of range.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from World Citizen.
A chopping leg kick lands by World Citizen.
World Citizen misses with a hook. Miyata ducked under it nicely.
We've been told by World Citizen's head coaches at Gangsterdamage that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. World Citizen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miyata has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
World Citizen lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
World Citizen lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
World Citizen is looking to score with low kicks.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice jab there from World Citizen.
Miyata scores with a body shot.
World Citizen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
World Citizen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
World Citizen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
World Citizen lands with an uppercut that bounces Miyata off the cage and back into range.
World Citizen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
World Citizen scores with a body shot.
World Citizen cracks the inside of Miyata's front leg.
World Citizen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Miyatas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
World Citizen takes one on the button.
World Citizen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Miyata manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
World Citizen goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
World Citizen slips a jab from Miyata.
Miyata misses with a hook.
World Citizen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Miyata. That did some damage!
Miyata swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
World Citizen throws a series of punches but Miyata avoids them all with ease.
World Citizen tries to close the distance and clinch but Miyata swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Miyata let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Miyata throws a looping overhand right but World Citizen ducks down to avoid it.
Miyata throws a shot to the body.
World Citizen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
World Citizen looks to land a right hand but Miyata moved out of range.
World Citizen throws out a leg kick but Miyata moves out of range and World Citizen only half commits.
Nico World Citizen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
World Citizen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Miyata misses with an uppercut.
Miyata takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Miyata throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
World Citizen half committed to a counter leg kick.
World Citizen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
World Citizen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A nice side step and Miyata releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
World Citizen moves out of range of the strikes.
World Citizen throws a series of punches but Miyata avoids them all with ease.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Miyata connects with a single shot there.#T4#
A left lands for Miyata.
Miyata misses with an uppercut.
World Citizen doesn't manage to clinch there - Miyata circles away.
Miyata scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
World Citizen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Miyata throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A cross from World Citizen lands.
Miyata swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by World Citizen.
Miyata takes a swing at World Citizen's ribcage but misses.
World Citizen throws a hook but Miyata blocks it.
World Citizen stuffs the takedown attempt from Miyata. Miyata gets slowly back to his feet.
World Citizen lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
World Citizen moves into the clinch.
Miyata has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. World Citizen is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Miyata is trying to break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nico World Citizen dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
World Citizen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Miyata connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! World Citizen scrambles back to his feet.
Miyata's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
World Citizen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
World Citizen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A combination from World Citizen does no damage.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from World Citizen, right into the meat.
World Citizen throws a shot to the body.
World Citizen looks to land a body kick but Miyata moved away.
A kick lands to the mid section there for World Citizen.#CL#
World Citizen clinches.
A short left from World Citizen.
World Citizen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Miyata's elbow.
Miyata takes a shot to the head.
World Citizen lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
World Citizen breaks the clinch.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but World Citizen slips the punch.
A lazy left from World Citizen finds it's target.
World Citizen moves out of range of the strikes.
World Citizen is looking to clinch. #T1#
Miyata thuds a left hand into World Citizen's body.
A big left from Miyata misses.
World Citizen tries to close the distance and clinch but Miyata swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
World Citizen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miyata.
World Citizen moves out of range of the strikes.
World Citizen fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Miyata looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
World Citizen looks to land a right hand but Miyata moved out of range.
A jab from Miyata does it's job there.
Miyata walks into a jab.
World Citizen throws a leg kick which misses Miyata's front leg but catches the back leg as Miyata tries to avoid it.
World Citizen slips under a jab.
Miyata misses with a hook. World Citizen ducked under it nicely.
World Citizen throws a leg kick but Miyata moved away.
Miyata blocks a leg kick.
Donk. World Citizen catches Miyata right on the button with a cross.
Miyata throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck World Citizen on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
World Citizen throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
letting World Citizen counter with a right hand.
World Citizen throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
World Citizen misses with the combination.
World Citizen's jab looks to have found its range, popping Miyata under the eye.
World Citizen stuffs the takedown attempt from Miyata. Miyata gets slowly back to his feet.
Miyata fails with the takedown#CL#
and World Citizen counters by moving into the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Miyata.
World Citizen misses with some punches.
World Citizen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Miyata tries for a takedown. No joy.
Nico World Citizen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
Miyata blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
World Citizen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Miyata's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3#
Miyata misses with a head kick.
Miyata throws a series of punches but World Citizen moves out of range.
Miyata tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Miyata misses with a straight left.
World Citizen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
World Citizen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Miyata blocks a head kick by World Citizen.
World Citizen misses with a leg kick.
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
World Citizen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Miyata on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
World Citizen throws a quick inside leg kick.
World Citizen throws a right hand that Miyata ducks under and follows up with a left that Miyata also avoids with ease.
Miyata takes a kick to the side of the head.
Miyata blocks a leg kick.
World Citizen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Miyata can do to turn this around?
World Citizen tries a low kick but Miyata avoids it.
Miyata throws a right and a left that both miss.
Miyata drops his hands momentarily and World Citizen takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Miyata takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on World Citizen's shoulder, as World Citizen tries to avoid the shot.
Miyata lands with a nice body punch.
Miyata throws a hook but World Citizen blocks it.
World Citizen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miyata throws out the jab.
World Citizen lands with a hook. Miyata tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
World Citizen feints and then cracks Miyata's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Miyata down.
World Citizen avoids the body shot from Miyata.
The fighters circling - Miyata throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miyata misses with a hook.
A head kick misses from World Citizen.
It seemed like Miyata was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD2#
Miyata decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#ES#
World Citizen kicks off Miyata and gets to his feet.
World Citizen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Miyata connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! World Citizen scrambles back to his feet.
World Citizen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Miyata has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
World Citizen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nico World Citizen dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata cracks a nice hook into World Citizen's ribs.#CL#
World Citizen closes the distance and clinches.
Miyata working hard to break the clinch.
World Citizen misses with a body punch. #BC#
World Citizen breaks from the clinch.
Miyata changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. World Citizen tries to avoid it but Miyata manages to keep hold of a leg and drag World Citizen to the ground. World Citizen escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
World Citizen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
World Citizen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Miyata stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
World Citizen thumps Miyata with a low kick.
World Citizen throws a head kick but Miyata moves out of range.
Donk. World Citizen catches Miyata right on the button with a cross.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but World Citizen moved out of range nicely.
Miyata takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from World Citizen lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Miyata has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Miyata and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
World Citizen connects with an inside leg kick.
Nico World Citizen is winning the standup battle so far.
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!
Miyata misses the jab.
A counter left hand to the body from World Citizen misses its target.#T1#
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Decent striking displayed by World Citizen there.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but World Citizen slips the punch.
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miyata 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.
Miyata misses with a jab to the body
and World Citizen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
World Citizen throws a body kick that misses.
World Citizen throws a front kick aimed at Miyata's knee but Miyata avoids it well.
Miyata checks the leg kick.
World Citizen takes a swing at Miyata's ribcage but misses.
Miyata looks to land a right hand but World Citizen moved out of range.
World Citizen connects with an inside leg kick.
World Citizen pivots, looking for a leg kick but Miyata is out of range and World Citizen settles back down.
Miyata swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
World Citizen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Miyata takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kira Miyata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
World Citizen misses with a straight left.
World Citizen staying out of range there.#TD2#
Miyata looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#ES#
World Citizen manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Miyata keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Miyata lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC#
World Citizen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Miyata scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
World Citizen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
World Citizen lands the left hand.
World Citizen lands a really nice looking cross but Miyata seems unphased.
A decent looking cross lands there for World Citizen.
World Citizen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miyata.
A slapping leg kick lands for World Citizen.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. World Citizen does a little dance to reset his feet.
World Citizen moves in looking to clinch but Miyata pushes him off.#T3#
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on World Citizen's shoulder, as World Citizen tries to avoid the shot.
World Citizen works the jab nicely.
World Citizen throws a front kick aimed at Miyata's knee but Miyata avoids it well.
World Citizen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Miyata has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from World Citizen finds it's way round the side to connect with Miyata's head.
Miyata swings for the body but World Citizen moves out of range.
Miyata avoids the body shot from World Citizen.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but World Citizen manages to avoid it.
World Citizen throws a good cross that connects.
World Citizen lands a leg kick that knocks Miyata off balance momentarily.
World Citizen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Miyata paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Miyata takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
World Citizen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
Miyata throws a jab when World Citizen was well out of range.
World Citizen lands a nice shot that snaps Miyata's head back. #T4#
Miyata blocks a head kick by World Citizen.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miyata gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Miyata lands a right hook to the body.
World Citizen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by World Citizen.
World Citizen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Miyata's head.
Miyata avoids the head kick by World Citizen.
The fighters circle momentarily. Miyata darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Miyata misses with a jab, cross combination.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from World Citizen.
World Citizen moves away from the strike by Miyata.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
World Citizen lands a really nice looking cross but Miyata seems unphased.
World Citizen throws a body punch but Miyata moves out of range.
World Citizen darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Miyata misses with a right hand
and World Citizen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nico World Citizen!

After the fight, Nico World Citizen 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: GAMMA#646 Jimenez vs Goodman     
Date:   Jul 08, 2017
#R1#
Swann pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miyata is looking to counter punch.
Miyata scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice defenses there by Swann.
Miyata has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID290K) in the buildup to the fight.
Swann cracks Miyata with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Miyata lands a glancing blow to the side of Swann's head.
Nice shot by Swann.
Swann chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Miyata with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Swann to score with a decent uppercut.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Swann's shoulder, as Swann tries to avoid the shot.
Swann misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Swann's head but Swann sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Miyata misses with a few strikes there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Miyata lunges at Swann with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Swann's hand.
Swann throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range.
Miyata chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Swann can pounce on him.
Miyata swings widly with a right hand
and Swann counters with a nice uppercut.
Miyata scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Swann misses with a body shot.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Swann tries to clinch up.
Miyata digs a good body shot into Swann's ribs.
Miyata misses with a hook to the body
and Swann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Miyata lands a jab.
Ross Swann is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Swann takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Miyata uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Swann has time to react.
Swann looks to land a right hand but Miyata moved out of range.
A shot to the body from Miyata misses
and Swann cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Swann throws a right and a left that Miyata avoids nicely.
Swann scores with a jab to the jaw.
Swann has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Swann stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Miyata.
Miyata throws a right hand that misses
and Swann counters with a straight right hand.
Miyata darts in looking for a takedown but Swann gets double underhooks and turns Miyata into the cage. #T2#
Miyata blocks a low kick nicely.
Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss!
Despite the aggression on Swann's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Swann comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Miyata moves out of range as Swann strikes.
Swann throws a leg kick that is checked
and Miyata counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Miyata takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Miyata dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Miyata scores with the left hand. Swann knows he should have avoided that one.
Swann slips a jab from Miyata.
Swann dodges the punch combination from Miyata.
Miyata throws a hook but Swann avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Swann throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miyata thows a left - swing and a miss!
Miyata jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Miyata moves into range and connects with a jab.
Miyata is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T3#
Miyata connects with a body shot.
Jab from Swann.
Swann leaves Miyata with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Miyata lands with an overhand left.
Swann fails with an attempt to clinch.
Miyata connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Swann's hands.
Miyata connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Swann momentarily.
Swann throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Miyata throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Swann counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Swann tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Miyata paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Miyata shoots for a double leg takedown but Swann sprawls well. He's pushed Miyata'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 Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Swann paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Swann is just out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Swann takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice uppercut lands for Miyata. That snapped Swann's head back. #T4#
Swann scores with a body shot.
A jab lands there for Swann.
Miyata throws a looping overhand right but Swann ducks down to avoid it.
Swann throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Swann moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Miyata throws a lazy right hand but Swann sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Miyata sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Swann avoids it well and moves away.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch.
Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by Swann.
A slow jab from Swann misses its intended target.
Swann lands a nice hook to Miyata's body. Miyata takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Miyata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Miyata throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Swann stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Miyata misses with an uppercut
and Swann counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Swann looks to land a left hand but Miyata moved out of range nicely.
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Swann saw that one coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Kira Miyata will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Swann lands a really nice looking cross but Miyata seems unphased. #CL2#
Swann has closed the distance and engaged Miyata in a clinch.
Miyata blocking some punches.
Swann pushes Miyata back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Swann misses with a hook to the ribs.
Come on Miyata - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Swann misses with a short punch on the inside.
Miyata blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Swann misses with a short punch on the inside.
Swann lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Miyata is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Swann lands with a right to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata is looking to break free of the clinch but Swann has double underhooks.
Miyata prevents a body shot from Swann.
Swann misses with some punches.
Miyata throws a head punch that misses.
Swann swings wildly with an uppercut but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it.
Swann misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Swann fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Swann tries to work over Miyata's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Miyata breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Swann keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miyata.#TD#
Miyata feints and as Swann raises his hands in defense, Miyata changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Swann working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Miyata.
Miyata trying to control but Swann is working from the bottom.
Swann not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Miyata throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Swann is looking to stand up but Miyata isn't so interested in that idea.
Miyata works over Swann with some ground and pound from guard.#T2#
Miyata advances to half guard.
Miyata throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Miyata in particular looking to stall.
Miyata throwing shots but Swann is blocking nicely.
Miyata scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Swann blocking the ground and pound attempt from Miyata. #T3#
Miyata lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Miyata controlling the action here.
Swann keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Swann looks like he's trying to stand up.
Miyata thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Miyata is looking to take a break and control but Swann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them 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.
Ground and pound from Miyata.
Swann has his hands clasped together around Miyata's back. He's all about the action.
Miyata controlling the pace.
Swann is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Swann moved out of range nicely.
Swann misses the jab.
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miyata missing with a left hand there. Swann was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Kira Miyata will probably get the nod.
That's time! Miyata's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Swann slips a straight right by Miyata.
Miyata slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Miyata ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Miyata tests Swann's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kira Miyata is winning the standup battle so far.
Swann throws a shot to the body.
Swann staying out of range there.
Miyata throws a poor cross that misses
letting Swann counter with a right hand.
Miyata misses with an uppercut
letting Swann counter with a right hand.
A big right from Swann misses.
Miyata changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Swann scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Miyata swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Swann attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Miyata is defended easily by Swann.
Swann throws out a counter right but Miyata avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Swann tries to close the distance and clinch up but Miyata swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Swann is looking to clinch but Miyata is avoiding it.
Miyata is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nice jab there from Swann.
Miyata scores with a nice head shot.
Swann misses with a lunging right hand
and Miyata counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Miyata takes a swing at Swann's ribcage but misses.
Nice takedown defense from Swann. No joy for Miyata on that attempt.
Swann swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Miyata.
Swann throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Miyata on the side of the head.
Miyata bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Miyata has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Swann.
Swann cracks Miyata with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miyata scores with a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Swann does a little dance to reset his feet.
Swann tries a quick counter leg kick but Miyata is wise to it.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Swann slips the punch.
Miyata throws a jab when Swann was well out of range.
Ross Swann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Swann looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Swann connects with a jab.
Swann ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Miyata throws a right hand that misses
and Swann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Miyata shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Miyata scores with a hook.
Swann throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Miyata sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Swann attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Swann tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Swann tries to land a leg kick but Miyata saw it coming and moves away.
Miyata swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jab from Swann.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Swann is out of range.
Swann throws a good cross that connects.
Swann wants to clinch up but Miyata keeps it at a distance.
Swann is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Miyata.#T3#
A combination from Miyata does no damage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Swann. Miyata does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Swann uses good head movement to avoid it.
Swann is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Swann fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Swann takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Swann thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big right from Miyata misses.
Swann has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Miyata takes a swing at Swann's ribcage but misses.
Swann ducks right into an uppercut from Miyata.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swann was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Nice defenses there by Swann.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Swann! But no joy.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Swann's shoulder, as Swann tries to avoid the shot. #T4#
A lazy left from Swann finds it's target.
Miyata chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Swann can pounce on him.
A big left from Miyata misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Swann misses.#TD#
Miyata looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Miyata is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Miyata'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.
Miyata throwing shots but Swann is blocking nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Kira Miyata.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Miyata, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kira Miyata!

A victorious Kira Miyata thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: GAMMA#641 Hanolla v Jimenez     
Date:   Jun 17, 2017
#R1#
Creepy throws a lazy right hand but Miyata sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Creepy scores with a three punch combo!
Miyata lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Creepy misses with a two punch combination. #TD2#
Miyata shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Creepy manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miyata lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Miyata is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Miyata working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Miyata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Creepy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Miyata controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Creepy controlling Miyata's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Creepy keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully. #T1#
Miyata missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Miyata preventing the sweep.
Miyata tries to free his leg and advance position but Creepy is retaining full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Creepy is on top in guard. #REVR#
Miyata preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Miyata looking for a guillotine here but Creepy defends easily.
Creepy throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Miyata is pulling down on Creepy's head. It's preventing any offense from Creepy, at least for the moment.
Miyata has momentary wrist control but Creepy slips an elbow through the middle.
Miyata is trying to control the position but Creepy postures up.
Creepy postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Miyata not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Creepy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Miyata has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Creepy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Creepy wants to control from the top but Miyata keeps moving.
Creepy wants to pass the guard but Miyata is keeping the position.
Miyata is controlling Creepy's posture.
Creepy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Miyata's head.#SUB2#
Miyata had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Creepy defends it easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Creepy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Creepy trying to control but Miyata is working from the bottom.
Miyata looking to control.
Creepy showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Miyata thuds a left hand into Creepy's body.
Miyata walks into a stiff left hand from Creepy.
Miyata misses with a straight left.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A combination from Miyata does no damage.
Miyata has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT#
It looks like Kira Miyata has been cut.
Miyata swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Uncle Creepy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kira Miyata's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Miyata changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Creepy's head but Creepy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Creepy misses the target.
Miyata throws the left hand but Creepy avoids the punch easily.
Creepy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Creepy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Miyata lands the left hand.
Creepy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Miyata scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Creepy doesn't seem bothered though.
We've been told by Creepy's head coaches at LOD London Top Tier that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Creepy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Creepy throws out a loose jab but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it.
Creepy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Miyata moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Miyata throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Creepy counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Miyata is lucky that one didn't land flush.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Creepy throws a hook to the side of Miyata's head but Miyata sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Miyata is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Miyata has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Miyata there as he acknowledges the shot.
Uncle Creepy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Good shot there by Creepy.
Creepy takes one to the chin there.
A jab from Miyata finds it's way through Creepy's defenses.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Creepy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miyata.
It looked like Creepy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Miyata throws an off balance right hand
and Creepy counters with a stiff right hand.
Miyata cracks Creepy with a right hand to the side of the head.
Creepy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miyata throws out the jab.
Miyata lunges at Creepy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Creepy's hand.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Creepy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Creepy throws a series of punches but Miyata avoids them all with ease.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyata moves into range and connects with a jab.
Creepy tries to clinch up but Miyata circles away and keeps his distance.#T2#
Creepy slips a straight right by Miyata.
Miyata swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kira Miyata seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Creepy lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Miyata bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Miyata might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Miyata walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Creepy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Miyata dodges the punch combination from Creepy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Miyata! But no joy.
Creepy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.
Miyata swings for the body but Creepy moves out of range.
Miyata scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Miyata swings for the body but Creepy moves out of range. #T3#
Miyata throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Creepy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Creepy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Creepy misses the shot to the body.
Miyata lands a slapping body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Creepy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Creepy is just out of range.
Creepy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Creepy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Miyata as he avoids it easily.
Nice sprawl there from Miyata as Creepy shoots in.
Miyata misses with a few strikes there.
Miyata throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Creepy looks to land a body kick but Miyata moved away.#T4#
Creepy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Miyata counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Miyata throws a series of strikes that have Creepy backpedaling. #ROC2#
Creepy is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Miyata shoots in for a takedown. Oh, that's a huge slam! Creepy is on queer street and Miyata is pounding down on him with a barage of strikes. The ref is forced to step in and stop the fight. Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Slam). Kira Miyata!
After winning the bout, Kira Miyata thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: GAMMA#635 Sito v Wayne     
Date:   May 20, 2017
#R1#
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but DeBramalo slips the punch.
DeBramalo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miyata throws out the jab.
Miyata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata misses the shot to the body.
DeBramalo moves forwards but Miyata connects with a nice, crisp jab.
DeBramalo throws a low kick but Miyata avoids it.
DeBramalo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Miyata counters with a nice uppercut.
DeBramalo looks to land a body kick but Miyata moved away.
Miyata looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on DeBramalo's shoulder, as DeBramalo tries to avoid the shot.
DeBramalo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Miyata works DeBramalo's body with a nice hook.
Miyata has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Miyata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. DeBramalo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
DeBramalo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DeBramalo manages to avoid it.
DeBramalo half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
DeBramalo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeBramalo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nice body kick there by DeBramalo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DeBramalo throws a leg kick which misses Miyata's front leg but catches the back leg as Miyata tries to avoid it.
Miyata swings for the body but DeBramalo moves out of range.
DeBramalo throws a chopping leg kick but Miyata manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T1#
Jab from DeBramalo.
DeBramalo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Miyata on the side of the head.
Quentin DeBramalo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeBramalo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
DeBramalo wants to land a leg kick but Miyata is out of range.
DeBramalo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Miyata was well out of range. Poor timing from DeBramalo.
A clash of legs there as Miyata blocks the low kick.
Jab from Miyata.#TD2#
Miyata fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging DeBramalo to the ground. Miyata is now in DeBramalo's guard.#SUB2#
Miyata drops back looking for a leg! DeBramalo is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and DeBramalo manages to kick Miyata off! Miyata jumps back into DeBramalo's guard.
Miyata wants to pass the guard but DeBramalo is keeping the position.
DeBramalo trying to control the position here. #T2#
DeBramalo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Miyata's guard. #REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
DeBramalo avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Miyata pushes a forearm under DeBramalo's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, DeBramalo is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kira Miyata!
An out of breath Kira Miyata thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: GAMMA#627 Sito v Barbossa     
Date:   Apr 15, 2017
#R1#
Suri misses with a shot to the body
and Miyata counters with a nice uppercut.
Miyata defending well as Suri loads up on a big left hand.
Suri looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Miyata lands with a hook. Suri tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Suri scores with a jab.
Suri waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.
Suri throws a poor cross that misses
and Miyata counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Suri thinking.
Sher Shah Suri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Suri throws a shot to the body.
Suri is looking to chop away at Miyata's legs.
Suri throws a low kick but Miyata avoids it.
Miyata throws a big counter combination but Suri scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Suri stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Suri throws a shot from downtown. Miyata moves away and avoids it.
Miyata is looking for a counter combo.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Suri's shoulder, as Suri tries to avoid the shot.
Miyata has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID280K) in the buildup to the fight.
Suri misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Miyata uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Suri.
Miyata slips a straight right by Suri.
Miyata uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Suri.
It looked like Miyata wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Suri misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Suri doesn't manage to clinch there - Miyata circles away.
Suri cracks Miyata with an open hand slap.#CL2#
Suri instigates a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Miyata. #T2#
Miyata just leaning against Suri, taking a breather.
Miyata wants to get back to striking at distance but Suri won't allow it.
A left hand lands to the body for Suri.
Miyata blocking some punches. #TD#
Miyata has hold of one of Suri's legs. Suri is fighting the takedown attempt but Miyata gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Miyata lands a couple of elbows.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Suri wants to stand and escape but Miyata is having none of it.
Miyata with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Suri wants to stand but Miyata is controlling the position.
Miyata postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Suri keeps moving.
Miyata in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Suri is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Miyata in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Miyata scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Miyata won't allow Suri to get back to his feet.
Suri is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Miyata tries to free his leg and advance position but Suri is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Suri has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Miyata is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Miyata.
Miyata is looking for a takedown.
Miyata tries a body shot but Suri blocks it.
Miyata is looking for a takedown.
Suri throws a head punch that misses.
Suri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Suri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Miyata lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Suri or not. #T4#
Miyata changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Suri fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata moves forwards but Suri connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sher Shah Suri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A nice combination there by Suri.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miyata uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Suri.
Miyata drops down looking for a counter takedown but Suri sprawls and moves away.
Miyata throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Suri counters with a head kick. That will keep Miyata thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Suri cracks Miyata with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Miyata blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sher Shah Suri dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Miyata gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Suri.
Miyata's jab looks to have found its range, popping Suri under the eye.
Suri misses with a double jab
and Miyata counters with a left and a right that stings Suri. #ROC#
Suri is rocked!
Some wild striking there from Miyata.
Miyata circles away from the clinch attempt.
Miyata is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suri cracks the inside of Miyata's front leg.
Suri's jab looks to have found its range, popping Miyata under the eye.
Suri attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Miyata circles away from the clinch attempt.
Miyata slips a straight right by Suri.
Miyata is looking for a counter combo.
Suri uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nice defenses there by Miyata.
Miyata was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Suri throws a jab but it's blocked by Miyata.
Miyata is looking to counter punch.
Suri throws a poor cross that misses
letting Miyata counter with a right hand.
Miyata moves out of range as Suri strikes.
A cross from Suri lands.
Suri throws a leg kick which misses Miyata's front leg but catches the back leg as Miyata tries to avoid it.
Kira Miyata is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Suri throws a combination that misses
and Miyata counters with a series of strikes. Suri will be more careful next time no doubt. #T2#
Suri looks to land a combination but Miyata avoids it well.
Suri throws an off balance right hand
and Miyata counters with a nice uppercut.
Suri is still on wobbly legs! Can Miyata finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Suri!
Suri lands with a good body shot.
Suri seems to have recovered his senses.
Miyata moves forwards but Suri connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Suri.
Suri wants to clinch.
Suri misses with a looping left.#T3#
Suri tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Miyata manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Miyata keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Suri.
Suri misses with a low kick as Miyata jumps back.
Suri misses with a looping right.
Suri swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Suri throws a hook to the side of Miyata's head but Miyata sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Miyata was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Suri looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A big left from Suri misses.
Suri misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Miyata was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Suri lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T4#
Suri tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Miyata swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Good exchange - Suri coming out on top.
Suri lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Suri closes the distance but Miyata moves to the side
letting Miyata counter with a right hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Suri.
Suri scores with a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Suri's jab looks to have found its range, popping Miyata under the eye.
Suri cracks the inside of Miyata's front leg.
Suri looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sher Shah Suri showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Suri waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.
Suri misses with a double jab.
Miyata on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Suri. Suri obviously looking to wear him down.
The fighters circling - Miyata throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Suri throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Miyata is looking to counter punch.
A left lands for Suri.
Miyata will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suri throws a low kick but Miyata moves out of range easily.
Suri misses with a straight right.
As Suri looks to move away, Miyata throws a big counter combo but Suri just gets out of the way.#T1#
Suri misses with a right hand
and Miyata counters with a left to the body.
Suri wants to clinch but Miyata slips to the side
enabling Miyata to counter with a crisp jab.
Suri throws a solid leg kick but Miyata takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Suri.
A little feinted left hand from Miyata on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A leg kick checked by Miyata.
A swing and a miss from Miyata.
Suri misses with a left hand
and Suri takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Miyata keeps the fight on the outside.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Miyata.
Suri was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Miyata misses with a series of wild punches.
Kira Miyata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Miyata takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Miyata scores with a decent looking hook.
Miyata ducks under a wild hook from Suri.
Miyata looks to land a combination but Suri avoids it well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Suri shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Suri moves away from the strike by Miyata.
A little jabbing left from Suri on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Suri throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Miyata counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Miyata.
Miyata throwing strikes from guard but Suri blocks nicely. #T3#
Miyata wants to control from the top but Suri keeps moving.
Miyata stops Suri from standing up.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Suri keeps moving. #ES2#
Suri has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Miyata off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Suri has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Miyata uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Suri.
Suri looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Suri connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Miyata momentarily.
Miyata throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T4#
Miyata moves out of range as Suri strikes.
It looked like Miyata was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Miyata moves forwards but Suri connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Suri throws a combination that misses
and Miyata counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Suri misses with a leg kick
and Miyata counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Miyata is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Miyata drops his hands momentarily and Suri takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Suri lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice cross by Suri.
Miyata is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Suri throws a nice outside leg kick.
Suri connects with a jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sher Shah Suri.
I've got Suri 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sher Shah Suri!

After winning the bout, Sher Shah Suri thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: GAMMA#624 Theodorou v LeBlanc     
Date:   Apr 01, 2017
#R1#
A slow jab from Bronson misses its intended target.
Bronson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Miyata pinned against the cage. Miyata gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL#
Bronson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nice body punch from Miyata.
Bronson misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Miyata.
Miyata is pushing Bronson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Bronson has Miyata pushed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata is trying to stall.
We've been hearing reports that Bronson has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bronson goes for a takedown attempt but Miyata pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #T1#
Miyata slips under a jab from Bronson.
Bronson has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Miyata counters by clinching up.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bill Bronson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Miyata blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bronson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bronson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bronson.
Bronson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Bronson fails to land.
Bronson throws a punch but it's blocked by Miyata.
Miyata lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bronson backwards.
Bronson blocks an uppercut.
Miyata blocks an uppercut.
Bronson lands an uppercut.
Bronson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bronson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Miyata is defending well.
Miyata lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyata blocks a body shot from Bronson. #T2#
Miyata tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bronson cracks Miyata with a nice body shot.
Miyata content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bronson misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata takes a shot to the head.
Miyata is stalling here.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Miyata lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bronson.
Miyata misses with some punches. #TD#
Bronson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Miyata clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Bronson is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Miyata. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bronson landing with strikes. #T3#
Miyata is trying to break free.
Miyata takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Bronson is not going to allow Miyata to sit and survive in this position.
Bronson scores with punches to the body.
Bronson scores with punches to the body.
Bronson looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Miyata manages to reverse the position and now he's in Bronson's guard. Nice work there by Miyata.
Miyata postures up. #SUB#
Bronson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Miyata postures up. #T4#
Miyata lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Miyata avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Bronson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Miyata sitting in guard here, content to control.
Bronson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bronson has momentary wrist control but Miyata slips an elbow through the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bill Bronson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD#
Miyata gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bronson to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Miyata not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bronson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bronson is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Miyata escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bronson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bronson with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bronson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Miyata preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Miyata controls Bronson momentarily but Bronson frees himself.
Bill Bronson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Bronson cracks Miyata with a solid left hand.
Bronson working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Miyata is looking for a triangle but Bronson pushes his legs off easily.
Bronson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bronson throwing strikes but missing.
Bronson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Bronson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Miyata controls Bronson momentarily but Bronson frees himself.
Bronson wants to control from the top but Miyata keeps moving. #T2#
Bronson looking to pass the guard.
Bronson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bronson landing with the ground and pound.
Miyata is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Miyata throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bronson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bronson is looking to work some ground and pound but Miyata has wrist control.
Bronson stands and throws Miyata's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Bronson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Miyata can do to turn this around?#T3#
Miyata is trying to improve his position.
Miyata holding on.
Bronson is working Miyata over with some ground and pound from side control.
Bronson misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Bronson throws a strike aimed at the side of Miyata's head but Miyata avoids it well.
Miyata tries to improve position but can't.
Bronson in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Bronson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Miyata felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Bronson lands some shots froms side control.
Miyata is looking to reverse the position.#T4#
Bronson looks up at the clock and then as Miyata takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Bronson smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Bronson throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Bronson creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Miyata sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Miyata gets back to half guard.
Bronson winds up and cracks Miyata with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Bronson thows a huge punch but Miyata dodges it nicely.
Bronson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Miyata is not content to let Bronson control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are battling for position here. Miyata manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bronson looking to sit in guard and control but Miyata gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bronson is trying to keep Miyata in close.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bill Bronson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Bronson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bronson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bronson.
Miyata takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bronson lands with a shot to the body.
Miyata tries to clinch #TD#
and Bronson counters with a takedown into side control.
You can see the frustration on Miyata's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Miyata is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bronson cracks Miyata with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Miyata tries to bench press Bronson off him but Bronson keeps the position.
Miyata manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bronson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1#
Miyata makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Miyata.#SUB2#
Miyata is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Miyata pulls Bronson in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Miyata looking for a guillotine here but Bronson defends easily.
Bronson is working Miyata over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kira Miyata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bill Bronson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bronson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Miyata is pulling down on Bronson's head to control his posture.
Bronson trying to control but Miyata is working from the bottom.
Miyata being controlled here, momentarily.
Bronson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Miyata swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bronson trying to control the position from guard on top but Miyata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Bronson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Nice uppercut there from Miyata.
Miyata throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A shot to the liver by Bronson. Beautiful body shot.
A big left from Miyata misses.
Bronson moves in looking to clinch but Miyata pushes him off.
Jab by Bronson.
Miyata takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bronson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Miyata was well out of range. Poor timing from Bronson.
Miyata connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bronson's hands.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bronson.
Bill Bronson is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
A big left from Miyata misses.
Bronson tries to bum rush Miyata with a series of wild strikes but Miyata uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bronson scores with a hook to the body. Miyata takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bronson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Miyata sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bronson somewhat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Bronson clinches up with Miyata and pushes him back against the cage.
Miyata misses with some punches.
Miyata has Bronson pressed against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Miyata misses with a hook from the clinch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bill Bronson!

Bill Bronson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: GAMMA#619 Gunnar v Amato     
Date:   Mar 11, 2017
#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Nazaryan. Miyata does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miyata takes a swing at Nazaryan's ribcage but misses.
Miyata lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Miyata misses with a hook.
Nazaryan connects with a solid leg kick.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Nazaryan slips the punch.
Nazaryan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Miyata moves out of range as Nazaryan strikes.
Miyata's corner calls for a 1-2. Miyata obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Miyata swings for the body but Nazaryan moves out of range.
Miyata uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nazaryan.
Nazaryan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nazaryan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Miyata is defended easily by Nazaryan.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Nazaryan moved out of range nicely.
Miyata slips under a jab from Nazaryan.#T1#
Miyata looks to land a right hand but Nazaryan moved out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Miyata there.
Nazaryan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Nazaryan moved out of range nicely.
Miyata lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nazaryan digs a good body shot into Miyata's ribs.
Miyata throws a right hand that misses
and Nazaryan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Miyata swings widly with a right hand
and Nazaryan counters with a good low kick that Miyata was not able to check.
Nazaryan misses with a hook. Miyata ducked under it nicely.
Miyata will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vrej Nazaryan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nazaryan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Miyata.
Miyata has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID280K) in the buildup to the fight.
A slow jab from Nazaryan misses its intended target.
Nazaryan gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazaryan takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T2#
A slow jab from Miyata misses its intended target.
Nazaryan misses with a head kick.
Nazaryan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.
Nazaryan has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nazaryan cracks Miyata with an open hand slap.
Nazaryan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Miyata.
Miyata drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nazaryan sprawls and moves away.
Miyata chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Nazaryan can pounce on him.
Miyata is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Miyata throws a body punch but Nazaryan moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Nazaryan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nazaryan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nazaryan tries a quick counter leg kick but Miyata is wise to it.
Miyata looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Miyata stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Miyata missing with a left hand there. Nazaryan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nazaryan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.
Nazaryan throws a hook but Miyata blocks it.
Nazaryan slips a jab from Miyata.
A jab lands there for Miyata.
Nazaryan staying out of range there.#T3#
Miyata takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Miyata misses with a jab, cross combination.
Miyata throws a lazy uppercut
and Nazaryan counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nazaryan bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Miyata's head backwards.
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Miyata misses with a wild body shot.
No luck for Miyata with that takedown attempt.
Nazaryan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nazaryan looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Miyata is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Miyata loads up on a big right hand but Nazaryan slips the punch.
Nazaryan throws the left hand but Miyata avoids the punch easily.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown but Nazaryan shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nazaryan avoids the body shot from Miyata.
Miyata connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nazaryan lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Miyata throws a lazy right hand but Nazaryan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nazaryan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nazaryan misses with a body shot.
Nazaryan fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Miyata is out of range.
Miyata blocks a low kick nicely.
Miyata stuns Nazaryan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nazaryan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Miyata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nazaryan ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Nazaryan misses with a looping left.
Nazaryan takes a swing at Miyata's ribcage but misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Miyata checks a leg kick.
Miyata stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nazaryan.
Miyata throws a hook but Nazaryan blocks it.
Miyata jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nazaryan connects with a nice looking jab.
Miyata throws a hook but Nazaryan avoids it easily.
Miyata moves out of range of the strikes.
Miyata throwing a counter right hand but Nazaryan manages to avoid it.
Miyata lands a right hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Vrej Nazaryan will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nazaryan throws a leg kick that misses.
Miyata slips a straight right by Nazaryan.
An attempted straight right counter from Miyata misses the target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Nazaryan. That's going to slow Miyata down.
Nazaryan throws a low kick but Miyata avoids it.
Miyata throws a poor cross that misses
and Nazaryan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Miyata checks the leg kick nicely there.
Nice shot lands for Miyata.
Nazaryan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nazaryan throws a solid leg kick but Miyata takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Nazaryan.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Nazaryan, right into the meat.
Nazaryan slips under a jab.
Vrej Nazaryan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Miyata bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nazaryan's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Nazaryan saw that one coming.
Miyata is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Miyata misses with a low kick.
A big left from Miyata misses.
Miyata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nazaryan sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Nazaryan tries a low kick but Miyata avoids it.
Nazaryan misses with a straight right.
Miyata lands with a shot to the body. #TD#
Miyata shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES2#
Nazaryan pushes Miyata off and gets back to his feet.
Miyata misses the jab.
Nazaryan misses with a jab, cross combination.
Miyata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Miyata feinted with a counter takedown.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Nazaryan uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazaryan scoring well with a low kick there.
Nazaryan thows a leg kick but Miyata checks it
and Miyata counters with a right hand to the body.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Nazaryan's head but Nazaryan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slow jab from Miyata misses its intended target. #T2#
Nazaryan takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Miyata misses with a hook.
Miyata connects with a nice looking jab.
Nazaryan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nazaryan misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Miyata counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Miyata. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Nazaryan manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Miyata fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nazaryan is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Nazaryan working aggressively here. #BC#
Miyata breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nazaryan lands a nice shot to the body.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Miyata lands with a cross.
Nazaryan scores with a nice right hand.
Nazaryan misses with a hook.
Good standup being displayed there by Nazaryan as he connects with a hook.
Nazaryan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Nice shot by Miyata.
Nazaryan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nazaryan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyata.
Nazaryan stuns Miyata with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Miyata takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nazaryan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nazaryan throws a body shot but no joy.
Miyata changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nazaryan moves out of range as Miyata strikes.
Nazaryan is looking to score with low kicks.
Miyata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nazaryan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Miyata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nazaryan throws a big shot that misses.
Miyata connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nazaryan throws a chopping leg kick but Miyata manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nazaryan. #T4#
Miyata cracks Nazaryan with a right hand to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata checks the leg kick nicely there.
Miyata keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nazaryan.
No joy there for Nazaryan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Miyata bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nazaryan throws the left hand but Miyata avoids the punch easily.
Nice takedown defense from Nazaryan. No joy for Miyata on that attempt.
A big right from Miyata misses.
Nazaryan tries to score with a low kick but Miyata moves his leg out of the way.
Miyata changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nazaryan loads up on a big right hand but Miyata slips the punch.
Miyata changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Miyata closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Nazaryan's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nazaryan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Nazaryan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Vrej Nazaryan will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazaryan ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Nazaryan looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nazaryan throws a predictable looking body shot
and Miyata counters with a nice uppercut.
Nazaryan lands with a nice body punch.
Nazaryan throws a shot from downtown. Miyata moves away and avoids it.
Jab from Miyata.
Nazaryan misses with a leg kick.
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Nazaryan is out of range.
Nazaryan takes a swing at Miyata's ribcage but misses.
Nazaryan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Miyata misses with a straight left.
Miyata walks into a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazaryan misses with a looping left.
Nazaryan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nazaryan throws a right hand that Miyata ducks under and follows up with a left that Miyata also avoids with ease.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Nazaryan enables Miyata to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Nazaryan manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!#ES2#
Nazaryan is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T1#
Miyata is trying to drag Nazaryan to the mat but Nazaryan just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A nice right hand lands inside from Miyata.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Miyata.
Miyata blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Miyata blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Nazaryan lands a left hand.
Miyata wants to get back to striking at distance but Nazaryan won't allow it.
Nazaryan is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Nazaryan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nazaryan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Nazaryan.
Kira Miyata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##BC#
Miyata breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nazaryan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Miyata tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nazaryan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Miyata somewhat.
Miyata throws a hook but Nazaryan avoids it easily.
Miyata defending well as Nazaryan loads up on a big left hand.
Nazaryan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nazaryan lands a really nice looking cross but Miyata seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A low kick from Nazaryan is predictable there
and Miyata cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nazaryan lands a leg kick that knocks Miyata off balance momentarily.
Nazaryan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nazaryan, as that shot connected.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown but Nazaryan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nazaryan dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Miyata. That did some damage!#T3#
Miyata throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nazaryan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nazaryan wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nazaryan fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Miyata.
Nazaryan is looking to chop away at Miyata's legs.
Miyata swings for the body but Nazaryan moves out of range.
Nazaryan is looking to slow Miyata down with leg kicks.
Nazaryan throws a low kick, looking for Miyata's leg but Miyata calmly moves out of range.
A slow jab from Nazaryan misses its intended target.
Nazaryan connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A swing and a miss from Miyata.
Miyata misses the shot to the body.
Nazaryan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Miyata was well out of range. Poor timing from Nazaryan.
Nazaryan scores with a nice body kick.
Nazaryan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice jab there from Miyata.
Miyata takes a jab right on the kisser. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nazaryan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nazaryan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Miyata throws an off balance right hand
and Nazaryan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Miyata misses with a hook. Nazaryan ducked under it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Nazaryan misses the target.
Miyata listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Miyata closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyata misses the target.
Vrej Nazaryan is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Miyata fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A slow jab from Miyata misses its intended target.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Nazaryan is just out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nazaryan, as that shot connected.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nazaryan sizes up Miyata with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Miyata throws a hook but Nazaryan blocks it.
Nazaryan staying out of range there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vrej Nazaryan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nazaryan 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vrej Nazaryan!

Vrej Nazaryan tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: GAMMA#613 Bryant v Touret     
Date:   Feb 18, 2017
#R1#
Finch walks into a left hand.
Finch slips a straight right by Miyata.
Finch walks into a straight right hand from Miyata.
Finch takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A punch combination from Miyata misses.
Finch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Miyata lands a glancing blow to the side of Finch's head.
Finch throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A head kick by Finch misses
and Miyata counters with a stiff right hand.
A lazy left from Finch finds it's target.
Finch misses with a straight right.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata misses with a hook. Finch ducked under it nicely.
Miyata misses with a looping right.
Miyata swings for the body but Finch moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Finch.
Miyata's corner calls for a 1-2. Miyata obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Miyata moves out of range as Finch throws a body kick.
Miyata scores with a jab. Finch acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Miyata cracks Finch with a good jab.
Miyata has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Finch scores with a jab to the body.
Finch lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Miyata scores with a hook.
Finch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Miyata sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Miyata looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Finch takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Miyata throws a hook to the side of Finch's head but Finch sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Finch throws a hook but Miyata blocks it.
Finch takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jab by Miyata.
Finch loads up on a big right hand but Miyata slips the punch.
Miyata throws a jab when Finch was well out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Miyata as he connects with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters circling - Finch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Miyata scores with a hook to the body. Finch takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T2#
Miyata throws a shot from downtown. Finch moves away and avoids it.
Finch is looking to counter punch.
Finch has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Finch there as he acknowledges the shot.
Miyata with a nice cross.
Miyata blocks a jab.
Finch tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Finch looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyata is just out of range.
Finch takes one on the button.
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Finch misses with a hook
and Miyata counters with a right hand to the body.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Finch moved out of range nicely.
Richmond Finch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A jab lands there for Miyata.
Finch throws a jab but it's blocked by Miyata.
Miyata is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Finch with a body shot.
Finch tries to land a leg kick but Miyata saw it coming and moves away.
Miyata walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Miyata might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Finch takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T3#
Miyata cracks Finch with an open hand slap.
Finch ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
A little feinted left hand from Finch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd cheers as Miyata lands an impressive looking overhand right. Finch doesn't seem phased though.
Miyata scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Finch but Finch pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Finch misses with a leg kick.
Finch misses with a wild body shot.
Miyata closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Finch throws a head kick that misses.
Miyata looks to land a left hand but Finch moved out of range nicely.
Finch on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Miyata throws a right and a left that both miss.
Finch throwing a counter right hand but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Miyata scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Finch doesn't seem bothered though.
Miyata cracks Finch with a good jab.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circle momentarily. Miyata darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Miyata misses with a hook to the body
and Finch counters with a head kick. That will keep Miyata thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Miyata misses with a body shot.
Finch shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Finch misses with a kick to the body.
A big left from Finch misses.
Finch rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Miyata counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Finch looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Miyata avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Finch lands a right hook to the body.
Finch throws a lazy right hand but Miyata sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Miyata misses with a looping right.#TD2#
Finch gets caught napping as Miyata dives in and scores a takedown. Finch manages to retain guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Miyata missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Miyata won't allow Finch to sweep him here.
Finch managing to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Finch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Miyata blocks a head kick by Finch.
Miyata lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Finch at a distance.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Finch stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Finch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Miyata throws a right and a left that Finch avoids nicely.
Nice cross by Miyata.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Finch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miyata connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Miyata throws a shot from downtown. Finch moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Finch misses with a body kick.
Miyata was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Miyata looks for a takedown but Finch sprawls well.
Finch throws a quick counter head kick but Miyata was just out of range.
Finch tried to score with a low kick but Miyata checks it.#T1#
Miyata moves out of range of the leg kick from Finch.
A jab from Finch misses.
Miyata with the counter takedown but Finch avoids it easily.
Finch misses with a looping left.
Finch just misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata checks a low kick from Finch.
Miyata defending well as Finch loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata sizes up Finch with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Miyata misses with a looping right.
Finch takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Finch throws a leg kick which misses Miyata's front leg but catches the back leg as Miyata tries to avoid it.
Miyata checks a low kick from Finch.
Miyata feints the counter takedown.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Finch's shoulder, as Finch tries to avoid the shot.
Miyata connects with a good right hand that stumbles Finch. Finch circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Finch misses the shot to the body.
Miyata now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Miyata dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kira Miyata seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Finch lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Miyata uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Miyata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Finch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Finch was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Miyata misses with a straight left. #TD2#
Finch gets caught flat footed, as Miyata shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Finch pushes Miyata off and scrambles back to his feet.
A bone on bone clash there as Miyata blocks the leg kick.
Miyata misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Good exchange - Miyata coming out on top.
Finch tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Miyata is able to avoid easily.
Miyata lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Finch on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Finch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.
Miyata uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Finch has time to react.
Miyata swings for the body but Finch moves out of range. #T3#
Finch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Miyata takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Miyata scores with a crisp jab that stopped Finch in his tracks.
Miyata looks to land a combination but Finch avoids it well.
Finch jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Finch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Finch takes one to the side of the head.
Miyata misses with a straight right.
Miyata throws a shot from downtown. Finch moves away and avoids it.
Finch keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Miyata misses with a low kick.
Miyata swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Finch makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Miyata really felt that one!
Finch throws a leg kick but Miyata checks it.
Miyata with the counter takedown but Finch avoids it easily.
Finch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Miyata throws a looping overhand right but Finch ducks down to avoid it.
Miyata wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4#
Finch stuffs the takedown.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Finch moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Miyata misses with an uppercut.
A shot to the body from Miyata misses
and Finch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Miyata slips a jab from Finch.
Nice defenses there by Miyata.
Miyata connects with a nice looking jab.
Finch takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Finch throws the left hand but Miyata avoids the punch easily.
Finch shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Finch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Miyata listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Miyata thuds a left hand into Finch's body.
Finch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Miyata scores with a sloppy right hand. Finch should have avoided that one.
Miyata looks to land a right hand but Finch moved out of range.
Finch just misses with a punch to the body.
Finch moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Finch misses with a jab, cross combination.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Miyata's corner calls for a 1-2. Miyata obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A jab from Miyata misses.
Finch takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata looks to score with a jab to the body but Finch is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Finch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Miyata has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Miyata misses with a straight right.
Finch throws a hook but Miyata avoids it easily.
Finch is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Finch walks into a left hand. #T1#
Miyata connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Finch momentarily.
Miyata cracks Finch with a right hand to the side of the head.
Miyata misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
An attempted straight right counter from Finch misses the target.
Miyata walks into a straight right hand from Finch.
Finch defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata misses with a straight left.
Finch walks into a left hand.
Finch is looking to slow Miyata down with leg kicks.
Miyata throws a hook but Finch blocks it.
Decent striking displayed by Miyata there.
Miyata will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Finch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
A little feinted left hand from Finch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Miyata takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T2#
Miyata throws a shot from downtown. Finch moves away and avoids it.
Finch jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Finch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Miyata throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Finch on the side of the head.
Finch throws a shot from downtown. Miyata moves away and avoids it.
Miyata feints the counter takedown.
Finch walks into a jab.
Finch takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Miyata misses with a hook. Finch ducked under it nicely.
Finch checks the leg kick.
Finch jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Miyata swings for the body but Finch moves out of range.
Miyata misses with a hook
and Finch connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A big right from Miyata misses.
Miyata connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Finch misses with an uppercut.
Good exchange - Miyata coming out on top.
Miyata shoots in but Finch avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Richmond Finch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.#T3#
Finch misses with a few strikes there.
Miyata fails with a takedown attempt.
Finch fires out a quick counter leg kick but Miyata just manages to avoid it.
Richmond Finch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Finch uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Finch avoids the head kick by Miyata.
Finch misses with a leg kick
and Finch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Miyata misses with an uppercut.
Miyata scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Finch doesn't seem bothered though.
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Finch's shoulder, as Finch tries to avoid the shot.
Finch just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Finch. Miyata does a little dance to reset his feet.
Finch walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Miyata has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Finch finds it's way round the side to connect with Miyata's head. #T4##TD2#
Miyata throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Finch was covering up waiting for the punch and Miyata finishes the takedown easily into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Miyata got a little sloppy there for a moment and Finch has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Miyata has managed to get both his arms back between Finch's legs - danger averted.
Miyata is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Finch throws his legs up looking for a submission but Miyata uses it to pass to side control.
Miyata misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Finch trying to remain calm as Miyata controls from the top position.
Miyata works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kira Miyata comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Miyata 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kira Miyata!

An out of breath Kira Miyata thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Richmond Finch spoke after the fight, saying 'I guess I'll be drowning my sorrows instead of celebrating at tonight's after party. '.

 

Event: GAMMA#609 Bryant v Jordan     
Date:   Jan 28, 2017
#R1#
Miyata looks to throw the jab but Xi Jia is out of range.
Xi Jia jabs at Miyata's body.
Miyata uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Xi Jia has time to react.
Xi Jia throws a shot from downtown. Miyata moves away and avoids it.
Miyata fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Xi Jia throws a sloppy head kick and Miyata moves out of range easily.
Miyata drops down looking for a counter takedown but Xi Jia sprawls and moves away.
Miyata scores with a nice right hand. #CL2#
Miyata gets tackled into the cage by Xi Jia. Xi Jia maintains the clinch.
Miyata throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Xi Jias head.
Xi Jia lands a shoulder strike.
Xi Jia tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Miyata's elbow.
Miyata slows down the pace here.
Miyata looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Miyata breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Miyata has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID280K) in the buildup to the fight.
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!
Xi Jia throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Miyata throws a nice outside leg kick.
Miyata misses with a looping left.
Miyata throws a hook but Xi Jia blocks it.
Xi Jia closes the distance looking to clinch
and Miyata counters with a series of strikes. Xi Jia will be more careful next time no doubt.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Xi Jia wants to clinch up but Miyata keeps it at a distance.
Xi Jia swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Miyata counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Xi Jia keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Xi Jia had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Miyata defends it easily.
Miyata slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T2#
Miyata passes into half guard.
Xi Jia is trying to get back to full guard.
Miyata is controlling the pace. #SUB#
Miyata looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Xi Jia trying to control from the bottom. #T3#
Miyata controlling the action here.
Xi Jia controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Miyata misses with a head shot. Xi Jia uses the momentum to regain guard.
Miyata sitting in guard here, content to control. #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.
Xi Jia is trying to control the position but Miyata postures up.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Xi Jia keeps moving.
Miyata wants to pass the guard but Xi Jia is keeping the position.
Miyata trying to control but Xi Jia is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Miyata uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Xi Jia has time to react.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Miyata lands a nice shot that snaps Xi Jia's head back.
Miyata scores with a crisp jab that stopped Xi Jia in his tracks.
Xi Jia swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Miyata.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A right-left combo lands from Miyata.
Miyata throws a jab but it's blocked by Xi Jia.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Xi Jia lands a jab to Miyata's midsection.
Miyata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Xi Jia manages to avoid it.
Xi Jia tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Miyata paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Xi Jia swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Xi Jia uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyata.
Xi Jia wants to counter the offense by Miyata and move into the clinch position.
Xi Jia throws out a loose jab but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it.
Xi Jia wants to clinch
and Miyata connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Miyata is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Xi Jia can do to turn this around?
Miyata throws a lazy right hand but Xi Jia sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xi Jia connects with a nice looking jab.
Xi Jia tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Miyata manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Miyata is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Xi Jia ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Xi Jia swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice cross by Xi Jia.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Xi Jia connects with a body shot.#T1#
Xi Jia misses with a looping right.
Miyata throws a shot from downtown. Xi Jia moves away and avoids it.
Xi Jia throws a sloppy head kick and Miyata moves out of range easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Miyata misses its target.
Miyata bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Xi Jia fails to land with a series of punches.
Xi Jia lands a jab to the nose.
Miyata doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Xi Jia stuffs the takedown attempt from Miyata. Miyata gets slowly back to his feet.
Xi Jia lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL2#
Xi Jia moves into range and clinches up with Miyata.
Xi Jia misses with a short punch on the inside.
Xi Jia struggles to land a body shot inside as Miyata controls his hands.
Xi Jia misses with a body punch.
Xi Jia lands an uppercut.#T2#
Xi Jia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Miyata makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Xi Jia digs a right hand into Miyata's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Miyata's gas tank.
Miyata goes for a takedown in the clinch but Xi Jia prevents it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Xi Jia lands with a left to the head.
Xi Jia scores with a shot to the side of Miyata's head.
Xi Jia tries to work over Miyata's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Xi Jia scores with a hook to the body.
Miyata misses with some punches.
Xi Jia is working Miyata over against the cage.
Miyata trying to control the position but instead, Xi Jia has worked for underhooks and has pushed Miyata into the cage.
Miyata is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Xi Jia is leaning against Miyata and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A right hand to the body from Xi Jia. #T3#
Xi Jia swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Xi Jia stops a takedown attempt from Miyata.
Xi Jia swings wildly with an uppercut but Miyata uses good head movement to avoid it.
Xi Jia misses with some punches.
Miyata blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Miyata lands a body shot in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Miyata.
Miyata has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Xi Jia is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Xi Jia gets underhooks to prevent Miyata's takedown attempt.
Miyata blocks an uppercut.
Miyata blocks a body shot from Xi Jia.
Xi Jia lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Xi Jia lands a hook to the side of the head.
Xi Jia misses with a body punch.
Xi Jia lands a right hand.
Xi Jia lands a shot to the body.#T4#
Xi Jia lands with a right to the head.
Xi Jia scores with a shoulder strike.
Xi Jia lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miyata tries to score a body lock takedown but Xi Jia shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Miyata is trying to drag Xi Jia to the mat but Xi Jia just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Xi Jia tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Xi Jia misses with a hook to the ribs.
Xi Jia is working Miyata over against the cage.
Xi Jia tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Miyata's elbow.
Miyata is trying to force a seperation but Xi Jia has the dominant position.
Miyata blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Miyata.
A short right from Xi Jia on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Xi Jia.
Xi Jia lands a hook that snaps the head of Miyata backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kang Xi Jia showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Xi Jia misses the shot to the body.
Xi Jia ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Xi Jia moves away from the strike by Miyata.
Xi Jia checks the leg kick nicely there.
Xi Jia is looking to clinch.
Miyata fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Good standup being displayed there by Miyata as he connects with a hook.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Xi Jia tries to counter with a clinch but Miyata shakes him off and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xi Jia tests Miyata's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kira Miyata is winning the standup battle so far.
Miyata comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#TD#
Miyata drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Xi Jia gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1#
Miyata passes to side control.
Xi Jia tries to bench press Miyata off him but Miyata keeps the position.
Miyata is chipping away with strikes.
Miyata working away.
Xi Jia is looking to regain half guard here but Miyata keeps moving and retains side control.
Miyata gets to mount! Xi Jia was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Xi Jia is working to get back to half guard. #T2#
Xi Jia sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Xi Jia keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Miyata throwing shots but Xi Jia is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyata 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.
Xi Jia is controlling Miyata's trapped leg to prevent Miyata from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Miyata is working for a submission of some sort. #T3#
Miyata trying to mount his opponent but Xi Jia defends it.
Xi Jia wants to get back to full guard.
Miyata looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kira Miyata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Miyata is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Miyata wants to take a breather but Xi Jia is having none of it. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Xi Jia moves into full guard.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Xi Jia keeps moving.
Miyata slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Xi Jia has closed the distance and engaged Miyata in a clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Miyata has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Xi Jia clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Miyata is hanging on to Xi Jia's back as he tries to escape.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kira Miyata showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Miyata has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kira Miyata!

Kira Miyata decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Kang Xi Jia had this to say: 'I lost because I wasn't drunk enough. Simple as that.'.

 

Event: GAMMA#604 Gennero v Rokicki     
Date:   Dec 31, 2016
#R1#
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Dillashaw Junior saw that one coming.
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Dillashaw Junior saw that one coming.
Dillashaw Junior is looking to counter the offense by Miyata and move into the clinch.
Dillashaw Junior wants to clinch.
Miyata looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dillashaw Junior tries to clinch there but Miyata circles away.
Miyata let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dillashaw Junior looks to land a right hand but Miyata moved out of range.
Dillashaw Junior misses with a body shot.
Miyata uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dillashaw Junior.
Dillashaw Junior has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1##CL#
Dillashaw Junior fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Miyata, pushing him back against the cage.
Miyata blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dillashaw Junior throws a punch but it's blocked by Miyata.
Miyata's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dillashaw Junior throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Miyata blocks it with crossed arms.
Dillashaw Junior misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Miyata.
Dillashaw Junior unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Knees in the clinch landing for Dillashaw Junior.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dillashaw Junior.
Dillashaw Junior lands an uppercut.
Miyata has Dillashaw Junior pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dillashaw Junior manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Miyata breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dillashaw Junior.
Miyata on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dillashaw Junior tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Miyata is able to avoid easily.#T2#
Miyata moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Donk. Dillashaw Junior catches Miyata right on the button with a cross.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dillashaw Junior.
Miyata moves out of range of the body kick.
Miyata throws a counter combo.
Miyata misses with a lunging right hand
and Dillashaw Junior counters with a right hand to the body.
Dillashaw Junior lands with an uppercut that bounces Miyata off the cage and back into range.
Dillashaw Junior avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dillashaw Junior throws a leg kick
and Miyata counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Dillashaw Junior misses with a looping right.
Nice defenses there by Miyata.
Miyata lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Dillashaw Junior throws a leg kick
and Miyata counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Dillashaw Junior fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Miyata.
Dillashaw Junior tries to close the distance and clinch up but Miyata swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A cross from Dillashaw Junior lands.
Dillashaw Junior tries to clinch but Miyata is having none of it.
Dillashaw Junior takes one to the chin there.#T4#
Dillashaw Junior tests Miyata's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Dillashaw Junior lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Miyata has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Miyata and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A punch lands to the side of Miyata 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Dillashaw Junior forces Miyata back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Miyata blocking some punches.
Miyata on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Dillashaw Junior throws a knee to the head but misses.
Miyata is trying to push Dillashaw Junior away but Dillashaw Junior has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Miyata is trying to push Dillashaw Junior away but Dillashaw Junior has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Miyata drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dillashaw Junior lands on the inside with an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Underestimated Dillashaw Junior dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Miyata misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dillashaw Junior keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dillashaw Junior is looking for a counter combo.
Miyata misses the jab.
Dillashaw Junior throwing a counter right hand but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Dillashaw Junior lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Dillashaw Junior is looking to slow Miyata down with leg kicks.
Miyata misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dillashaw Junior lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Miyata checks a leg kick.
Miyata tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice uppercut lands for Miyata. That snapped Dillashaw Junior's head back. #T1#
Miyata has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Dillashaw Junior.
Miyata misses with a takedown
and Dillashaw Junior counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dillashaw Junior punishes Miyata's body with a nice straight punch.
Dillashaw Junior avoids a punch combination nicely.
Miyata has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dillashaw Junior finds it's way round the side to connect with Miyata's head. #T2#
Dillashaw Junior is looking to clinch but Miyata is avoiding it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Miyata.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Dillashaw Junior.
Miyata swings for the body but Dillashaw Junior moves out of range.
As Miyata tries to get set, Dillashaw Junior tries to push him back and clinch up but Miyata manages to avoid the attempt.
Dillashaw Junior throws a quick inside leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Dillashaw Junior. Beautiful body shot.#T3#
A punch combination from Dillashaw Junior misses.
Underestimated Dillashaw Junior seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dillashaw Junior thumps Miyata with a low kick.
A shot to the liver by Dillashaw Junior. Beautiful body shot.
Dillashaw Junior tries to clinch up.
Miyata has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dillashaw Junior finds it's way round the side to connect with Miyata's head.
Dillashaw Junior lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Dillashaw Junior scores with a shot to the body.
Dillashaw Junior throws a leg kick but Miyata sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Miyata drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dillashaw Junior defends it well.#CL#
Dillashaw Junior clinches with his opponent. #T4#
Miyata stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Miyata is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dillashaw Junior pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Underestimated Dillashaw Junior has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
Dillashaw Junior scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dillashaw Junior tries a knee to the head but Miyata blocks it.
Miyata blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dillashaw Junior doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Miyata breaks from the clinch.
Miyata bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Miyata feints the counter takedown.#CL#
Dillashaw Junior darts in and clinches Miyata up against the cage.
Dillashaw Junior misses with a knee to the head.
Miyata misses with some punches.
Miyata is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dillashaw Junior pulls him back up using the underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Underestimated Dillashaw Junior dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Dillashaw Junior.
A low kick from Dillashaw Junior is predictable there #TD2#
and Miyata counters with a shoot takedown. Dillashaw Junior fights it but they end up in guard.
Miyata throwing strikes from guard but Dillashaw Junior blocks nicely.
Miyata pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dillashaw Junior is keeping the position for now.
Dillashaw Junior keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dillashaw Junior can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Miyata controls the pace.
Dillashaw Junior has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1#
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Dillashaw Junior is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Dillashaw Junior scores with a leg kick.
Kira Miyata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Miyata stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dillashaw Junior.
Miyata misses with a hook #CL#
and Dillashaw Junior counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dillashaw Junior.
Underestimated Dillashaw Junior has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Miyata has Dillashaw Junior pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dillashaw Junior manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Dillashaw Junior working aggressively here.
Dillashaw Junior misses with some punches.
Dillashaw Junior throws a knee to the head but misses.
Miyata effectively controlling the action here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Miyata has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dillashaw Junior after a bit of a struggle.
Dillashaw Junior fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dillashaw Junior creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Miyata throws a punch but it's blocked by Dillashaw Junior.
Dillashaw Junior is working Miyata over against the cage.
Miyata wants to get back to striking at distance but Dillashaw Junior won't allow it.
A head punch on the inside from Miyata fails to land. #T3#
Dillashaw Junior lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Miyata is looking for a takedown.
Underestimated Dillashaw Junior has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kira Miyata.
Miyata wants a takedown but no success here.
Nice body punch from Dillashaw Junior.
Still in the clinch, Dillashaw Junior scores with a nice short uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dillashaw Junior.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dillashaw Junior.
Dillashaw Junior is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Miyata can do to turn this around?
Dillashaw Junior tries to throw a body punch but Miyata avoids it by throwing Dillashaw Junior back against the cage.
Underestimated Dillashaw Junior is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dillashaw Junior lands a nice knee to the body.
Miyata is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dillashaw Junior pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Miyata's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Miyata misses with a punch on the inside.
Miyata is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Miyata swings wildly with an uppercut but Dillashaw Junior uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Dillashaw Junior misses with the head strike.
Dillashaw Junior blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Miyata wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Miyata.
Miyata misses with some punches.
Dillashaw Junior tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A head punch on the inside from Miyata fails to land.
Miyata tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Miyata.
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!
Miyata misses with the head strike.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Underestimated Dillashaw Junior!

Underestimated Dillashaw Junior spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: GAMMA#599 Yount v Sito     
Date:   Dec 10, 2016
#R1#
A good leg kick by Suri.
A nice leg kick lands there from Suri.
Suri connects with a solid leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Suri lands an impressive looking overhand right. Miyata doesn't seem phased though.
Miyata throws a hook but Suri avoids it easily.
A jab from Suri does it's job there.
Miyata takes one on the button.
Miyata looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Suri's corner calls for a 1-2. Suri obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Suri cracks Miyata with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sher Shah Suri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Suri throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Miyata stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice uppercut there from Suri.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Suri.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Suri.
Miyata avoids the body shot from Suri.
Miyata drops down looking for a counter takedown but Suri sprawls and moves away.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Suri, right into the meat. #T1#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Suri. Miyata shrugs it off though.
Suri throws a right hand that misses
and Miyata counters with a nice body shot.
Suri moves out of range of the strikes.
Suri scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Miyata doesn't seem bothered though.
Suri cracks Miyata with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Suri scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Miyata misses with a double jab.
Suri connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A leg kick checked by Miyata.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Suri avoids it well and moves away.
Miyata takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Suri swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Miyata feinted with a counter takedown.
Suri takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Suri has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miyata connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Suri tumbling to the canvas! Miyata pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Suri was done - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Kira Miyata!
Our winner, Kira Miyata, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: GAMMA#593 Quinn v Bennet     
Date:   Nov 12, 2016
#R1##TD#
Burton shoots in and gets a takedown into Miyata's guard.
Miyata not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Miyata 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#
Burton trying to control but Miyata postures up.
Miyata not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Miyata throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burton is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Miyata's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Miyata's back!
Miyata is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Miyata wants to control his opponent's hands but Burton gets his hands free.
Miyata is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Miyata keeps trying to improve his position.#T1##SUB#
Burton has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Miyata has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Burton.
Burton misses with an elbow to the head.
Miyata can't escape the position.
Miyata is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Burton trying to control.#T2#
Burton is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Burton gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Burton gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Burton apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Nice jab there from Miyata.
Burton defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
It appears Burton was looking to counter with a kick there.
Miyata lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Miyata has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Burton is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Horrible takedown attempt by Miyata or perhaps it was just good defense by Burton, which made it look bad.
Burton throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Miyata throws a series of punches but Burton avoids them all with ease.
Miyata keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Miyata is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Burton.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Burton with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Miyata to score with a decent uppercut.
Miyata waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Burton.#T3#
Burton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Miyata.
Burton misses with a looping right.
Miyata just misses with a punch to the body.
Burton appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Miyata bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Burton fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Miyata is out of range.
A slow jab from Miyata misses its intended target.
A cross from Miyata lands.
Miyata moves away from the strike by Burton.
Burton blocks a jab.
Burton fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Miyata avoids it really well and circles away.
Burton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Miyata lands a leg kick that knocks Burton off balance momentarily.#T4##TD#
Burton scores with a takedown into Miyata's guard.
Burton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Miyata swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Miyata has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Burton has passed into side control.
Miyata tries to bench press Burton off him but Burton keeps the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miyata manages to get back to half guard.
Burton works his foot free and advances to mount.
Miyata manages to regain half guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jack Burton will probably get the nod.
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#
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Burton's shoulder, as Burton tries to avoid the shot.
Miyata lands with an overhand left.
Burton fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Miyata throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Burton on the side of the head.
Miyata checks a low kick from Burton.
Miyata cracks Burton with a right hand to the side of the head.
Miyata jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Miyata lands a jab to the nose.
Miyata lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
Miyata changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Burton looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An elbow from Miyata crashes against the mat.
Burton is not content to let Miyata control the position.
Miyata tries to move to full mount but Burton actually manages to regain half guard. #T1#
Miyata sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Burton defending well though.
Burton wants to get back to full guard.
Miyata throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Burton trying to control here.
Miyata performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Jack Burton overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Miyata is looking for a kimura but Burton is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Miyata to get the leverage. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Burton trying to hold on to Miyata's head to control him but Miyata postures up.
Miyata trying to mount his opponent but Burton defends it.
Miyata throws a strike but Burton avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Burton seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Burton is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Miyata misses with a leg kick
and Burton counters with a body kick that stops Miyata in his tracks momentarily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Miyata.
Miyata avoids a kick to the body.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Burton back to the cage. Miyata follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Miyata cracks Burton with an open hand slap.
Burton misses with a kick to the body.
Miyata throws a hook but Burton avoids it easily.
Burton walks into a stiff left hand from Miyata.
Burton throws a body kick that misses.
Miyata swats away the attempt to clinch by Burton.
Good exchange - Miyata coming out on top.#T4#
Burton throws a right hand that misses
and Miyata counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Miyata checks a low kick from Burton.
Burton misses with a kick to the body.
Burton lands a front kick.#TD#
Burton scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Miyata is not content to let Burton control the position.
Miyata is looking to regain half guard here but Burton keeps moving and retains side control.
Burton wants to control but Miyata is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kira Miyata showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Miyata throws a right hand that Burton ducks under and follows up with a left that Burton also avoids with ease.
Burton is looking to counter with a body kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Burton.
Jab from Burton.
Miyata lands with a cross.
Burton throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Miyata tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Burton ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Miyata pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miyata.
Burton fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Miyata.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burton tries to work over Miyata's front leg with a kick but Miyata checks it.
A jab from Miyata misses.
Miyata misses with a hook.
Burton connects with a crisp jab.
Burton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Miyata.#T1#
Burton takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Burton moves out of range of the strikes.
Miyata throws a hook but Burton avoids it easily.
Burton looks to land a body kick but Miyata moved away.
Kira Miyata seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Miyata closes this distance looking for a takedown but Burton circles away.
Burton throws the left hand but Miyata avoids the punch easily.
Burton throws a body kick that misses.
Burton shoots in for a takedown but Miyata shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Miyata uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Burton has time to react.
Burton has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Burton there as he acknowledges the shot.
Burton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Burton slips under a jab.
Burton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Miyata cracks a nice hook into Burton's ribs.
Miyata thuds a left hand into Burton's body.
Miyata throws a jab when Burton was well out of range.
Miyata checks a low kick from Burton.
Miyata misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Burton.
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!
Jab, jab by Miyata - just one landing.
Burton is looking to slow Miyata down with leg kicks.
Miyata connects with a looping right hand.
Burton throws a head kick but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Burton circles away quickly and effectively.
Burton looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Miyata throws out a loose jab but Burton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Burton drops his hands momentarily and Miyata takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T3#
Danga de danga de dang - Miyata scores with a four punch combination!
Burton pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Miyata changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Miyata takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Miyata throws a body shot but no joy.
Miyata throws a right hand that misses #CL#
and Burton counters by moving into the clinch.
Burton tries to work over Miyata's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Burton drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Miyata gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Burton.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Burton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata is looking for a takedown.
A short body shot lands from Burton as the two fighters clinch.
Burton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Burton lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Miyata is pushing Burton up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Burton.
Burton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Burton.
Burton throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Burton has Miyata pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Miyata manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Miyata misses with some punches.
Miyata scores with a shot to the side of Burton's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miyata is looking for a takedown.
Burton blocks a body shot from Miyata.
Burton wants a takedown but no success here.
Nice body punch from Burton.
Miyata has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Miyata has Burton pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Miyata pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Burton tumbling to the mat - Miyata dives into Burton's guard.
Miyata trying to control but Burton is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kira Miyata comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Miyata 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kira Miyata!

After winning the bout, Kira Miyata thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: GAMMA#590 Lewis v Williams     
Date:   Oct 22, 2016
#R1#
Small slaps away a takedown attempt from Miyata, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Miyata throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kira Miyata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Miyata has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LOD: Lightning Kicks (MaxID266K) in the buildup to the fight.
Miyata catches Small with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Miyata bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Small misses with an uppercut.
Nice jab there from Miyata.
A jab from Miyata misses.
Small throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata scores with a jab to the jaw.
Miyata slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Small scores with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Small defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Small is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Miyata. #T1#
Miyata fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Miyata lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Miyata throws a body punch but Small moves out of range.
Small tries to bum rush Miyata with a series of wild strikes but Miyata uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Miyata lands an overhand right.
Miyata swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Small counters with a right hand to the body.
Small scores with a sloppy right hand. Miyata should have avoided that one.
Small takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Miyata fails with the takedown
letting Small counter with a right hand.
Nice body punch from Small.
Miyata is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Miyata fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown but Small shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
We've been informed that Small has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#T2#
Small displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Miyata.
Miyata takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Miyata blocks a jab.
Miyata misses with a few strikes there.
Small is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL2#
Small clinches up with Miyata and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Small tightens his grip and picks Miyata up, before dumping him to the ground. Miyata manages to land in guard.
Small trying to control the position from guard on top but Miyata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Small trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Miyata looking for a guillotine here but Small defends easily.
Small is looking to work some ground and pound but Miyata has wrist control.#T3#
Small with a flurry of punches that miss.
Small engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Small throwing strikes but missing.
Miyata tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Small missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Small loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Miyata wants to sweep here but Small controlling him for the moment.
Small throwing strikes but missing.
Miyata seems keen to control Small's posture.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Small is looking to work some ground and pound but Miyata has wrist control.
Small trying to control but Miyata is working from the bottom.
Small chips away with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Small throws a big elbow that misses.
Small postures up and lands a big shot to Miyata's brow.
Miyata preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Miyata manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Small manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Miyata won't allow Small to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Small has his foot on Miyata's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Miyata works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dixie Small will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Miyata misses with a body shot.
It seemed like Small was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Miyata misses with a left hand
letting Small counter with a right hand.
Small fails with a takedown attempt.
Small throws a jab but it's blocked by Miyata.
Miyata darts in trying to clinch
and Small counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Small showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Miyata.
Kira Miyata is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Small fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Miyata fails to land the takedown.#T1#
Miyata throws an overhand right that lands on Small's shoulder, as Small tries to avoid the shot.
Small misses with an uppercut
and Miyata counters with a series of strikes. Small will be more careful next time no doubt.
Miyata tries to clinch #TD2#
and Small counters with a takedown into side control.
Small working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Miyata is trying to control Small's posture but Small avoids it.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Small postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Small connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Miyata some visible discomfort.
Miyata is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Small off and has taken his back!
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!
Small tries to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyata keeps control of the position easily here as Small tries to buck him off. #T2#
Small tries to break free.
Small is still trying to improve position.
Miyata is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Small up.
Small trying to control the hands but Miyata won't let him.
Small tries to break free. #T3##SUB#
Miyata is persistently looking for the submission but Small is defending it well.
Small tries to roll but Miyata sticks to his back.
Miyata lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Small.
Miyata is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
You can see the frustration on Small's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Miyata has got his arm under Small's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Small has spun round into Miyata's guard beautifully! Well done that man! #T4##SUB#
Miyata is looking to cinch up a triangle. Small throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Miyata's body to avoid the submission. Miyata has instead reached around Small's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Miyata arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kira Miyata!
A very excited looking Kira Miyata made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Dixie Small was interviewed post fight and said 'It was a good win, but nevertheless, I'll still be bringing home my opponent's girl . Don't feel left out man. And as usual, we'll be making a pov video for all you fans out there. Sayonara'.

 

Event: GAMMA#585 McTearson v Lewis 3     
Date:   Oct 01, 2016
#R1#
Yount throws a jab when Miyata was well out of range.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Yount as he avoids it easily.
Miyata displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Yount throws out the jab.
Yount lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Yount.#TD#
Miyata throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Yount was covering up waiting for the punch and Miyata finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miyata sitting in guard here, content to control.
Yount wants to sweep here but Miyata controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yount has control of Miyata's left arm, preventing Miyata from doing any damage. #T1#
Miyata might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Miyata tries to free his leg and advance position but Yount is retaining full guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Miyata is looking to work some ground and pound but Yount has wrist control.
Miyata throws a strike but Yount rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Miyata has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Yount has passed into side control.
My spies in The Beast inform me that Yount has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Miyata is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
Miyata managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Yount.
Yount wants to stand but Miyata is controlling his arm.
Miyata wants to control but Yount postures up.
Yount tries to advance to mount but Miyata denies him.
Yount is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Yount trying to control the position but Miyata is working away.
Yount controlling the position from side mount.
Miyata parries the strikes from Yount easily there. Yount is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Miyata to escape. #T3#
Miyata tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A control attempt from Miyata but he's now mounted!
Yount controlling the pace for now.
Yount thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Miyata tries to hold on but Yount pushes him away.
Yount misses with a head shot.
Yount content just to control the position here. #T4#
Miyata is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Yount controlling his opponent.
Yount looking to control but Miyata is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Miyata is trying desperately to improve position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Miyata is squirming around, avoiding Yount's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robin Yount dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Yount throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it.
Miyata gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Miyata takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Yount fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Miyata shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Yount as he jumps to the side.
Yount looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Miyata changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Yount tries to avoid it but Miyata manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Yount to the ground. Yount escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kira Miyata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Miyata fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Yount throws a sloppy head kick and Miyata moves out of range easily.
Yount throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Yount avoids it well and moves away.
Miyata misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yount misses with a few strikes there.
Yount throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Miyata.
Miyata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yount moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Robin Yount seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Yount tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Miyata appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Miyata.
Yount tries to work over Miyata's front leg with a kick but Miyata checks it.
Miyata tries to counter with a takedown but Yount is quick to defend against it.
Yount throws a head kick but Miyata moves out of range.
Yount throws a hook but Miyata avoids it easily.
Yount fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyata manages to avoid it.
Miyata shoots in but no luck this time.
Yount waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyata.
Miyata is trying hard to land a takedown here. Yount sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Yount misses with a two punch combination.
Miyata attempts a counter takedown but Yount avoids it well and moves away.
Miyata tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yount was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyata.
Miyata misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Yount moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T2#
Yount slaps away a takedown attempt from Miyata, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Yount scoring well with a low kick there.
Yount cracks Miyata with an open hand slap.
Robin Yount is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yount misses with a low kick as Miyata jumps back.
Miyata went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Miyata slips a jab from Yount.
Yount fakes the leg kick and cracks Miyata in the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyata fails with the takedown.
Miyata steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Yount.
Miyata gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Yount cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Yount pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Yount misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Miyata counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Miyata.
Miyata scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Yount manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Miyata manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Miyata tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Yount sitting in guard here, content to control.
Miyata tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Yount controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Miyata avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Yount slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Yount has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Let's hope that Yount 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.
Miyata can't keep his opponent in guard - Yount advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Yount is trying to control. Miyata wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robin Yount showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Yount takes one to the side of the head.
Yount falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
so Miyata counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Yount wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Yount keeping full guard, as Miyata tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yount pulls Miyata in close to prevent any damage.
Yount is trying to keep Miyata in close. #T1#
Yount looking to hit a scissor sweep but Miyata is one step ahead there.
Yount is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Yount can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Miyata controls the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Yount throws a nice head kick!
Miyata gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd cheers as Yount lands an impressive looking overhand right. Miyata doesn't seem phased though.
Miyata is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Yount.
Kira Miyata has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##TD#
Miyata feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Miyata stays in close to Yount's body and controls the position.
Yount controlling the position.
Miyata works over Yount with some ground and pound from guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Miyata postures up.
Miyata is looking to work some ground and pound but Yount has wrist control.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Yount keeps moving.
Miyata throws an elbow that misses. Yount uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Miyata's guard. Nice move by Yount!#REVB##SUB#
Miyata is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
Yount is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Yount's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Robin Yount has got the better of the ground game so far.
Yount wants to pass the guard but Miyata is keeping the position.#SUB#
Miyata is looking for a triangle but Yount pushes his legs off easily. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Miyata looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Yount passes into half guard.
Miyata is refusing to be controlled, as Yount sits in half guard.
Yount perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Yount is trying to control the action in half guard but Miyata is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Miyata is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Robin Yount comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Yount 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robin Yount!

Our winner, Robin Yount, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: GAMMA#581 Beloff v Eerkilaa     
Date:   Sep 10, 2016
#R1#
Miyata will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Miyata misses with a hook. Puch ducked under it nicely.
Miyata scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from Miyata misses its intended target.
Nice defenses there by Puch.
Puch staying out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Puch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sloppy strikes from Miyata. Those never looked like landing.
Puch takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata doesn't manage to clinch there - Puch circles away.
Miyata keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Puch.
Miyata doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Miyata is looking to score with low kicks.
Miyata misses with a body kick.
Puch appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Puch dives in and grabs Miyata's left leg, looking for a takedown. Miyata pushes down on Puch's head and hops out.#T1#
Puch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Miyata has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Miyata staying out of range there.
Miyata misses with a left hand #TD#
so Puch counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Puch makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Puch chips away with some ground and pound.
Puch working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Puch tries to free his leg and advance position but Miyata is retaining full guard.
Miyata pulls Puch in to control the position.
Puch postures up and lands a big shot to Miyata's brow.
Puch throws a big right hand that misses.
Miyata has momentary wrist control but Puch slips an elbow through the middle.
Puch throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Miyata has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Puch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Puch works over Miyata with some ground and pound from guard.#T2#
Puch working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Miyata's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Puch is in close to Miyata's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Puch content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Miyata not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Miyata tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Puch is working Miyata over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Miyata working a defensive guard here.
Miyata wants to sweep here but Puch controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Puch postures up and lands a big shot to Miyata's brow.
Puch is working Miyata over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Puch throws a big elbow that misses.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Miyata is on top in guard. #REVB##T3##SUB#
Puch throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Miyata escapes and throws Puch's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Puch is trying to get back to half guard.
Puch wants to control but Miyata postures up.
Miyata wants to lay and pray for a moment but Puch keeps working.
Puch is trying to work for a sweep but Miyata has mounted him!
Puch has given up his back here.
Puch looking very determined here, making life difficult for Miyata.
Puch manages to reverse the position and now he's in Miyata's guard. Nice work there by Puch.
Miyata keeping moving, preventing Puch from controlling successfully. #T4#
Puch is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Miyata is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Miyata trying to keep a closed guard but Puch is proving a slippery customer.
Puch is looking to work some ground and pound but Miyata has wrist control.
Puch keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Miyata's head.
Miyata pulls Puch in close to prevent any damage.
Puch makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Puch throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Miyata works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Puch throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Miyata works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Miyata working a defensive guard but Puch passes into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Robledo Puch dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Jab by Puch.
Miyata throws a big shot that misses.
Puch swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Puch swats away the attempt to clinch by Miyata.
Miyata takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Miyata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Miyata. Puch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Puch attempts a counter takedown but Miyata avoids it well and moves away.
Puch lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyata slips a straight right by Puch.
Miyata stuns Puch with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Puch defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
Miyata missing with a left hand there. Puch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Miyata lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Puch comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Puch shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Miyata misses with an uppercut. Puch saw that one coming.
Puch half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Miyata staying out of range there.
Puch slips a jab from Miyata.
Miyata slips a jab from Puch.
Miyata throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Puch.
Miyata cracks a nice hook into Puch's ribs.
Miyata throws a looping overhand right but Puch ducks down to avoid it.
Puch appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Puch misses with a double jab.
Puch swings for the body but Miyata moves out of range.
Miyata connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Puch momentarily. #T2#
Miyata thows a leg kick but Puch checks it #TD#
so Puch counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Miyata working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Puch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Puch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Miyata trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Puch loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Puch throws an elbow that misses. Miyata uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Puch's guard. Nice move by Miyata!#REVB##SUB#
Puch is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Miyata passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Robledo Puch overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Puch manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T3#
Puch not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Miyata moves into full guard.
Miyata preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Puch scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Miyata is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Puch is aware though and is defending well.
Puch trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Puch distracts Miyata with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Puch stands up over Miyata, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Puch landing with the ground and pound.
Puch throws an elbow that misses. Miyata uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Puch's guard. Nice move by Miyata!#REVB##SUB#
Puch looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T4#
Miyata 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. #SUB#
Puch working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Miyata has passed into half guard!
Puch is looking for a sweep. Miyata is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Miyata wants to take a breather but Puch is having none of it.
Puch trying to control here.
Puch is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Miyata jumps into side control!
Miyata wants to lay and pray for a moment but Puch keeps working.
Miyata lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Robledo Puch will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Miyata throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Puch counters with a nice double leg into side control. Miyata won't be happy with that.
Puch cracks Miyata with a big elbow.
Puch sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Miyata is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Miyata tries to buck Puch off but Puch is having none of it.
Puch working the body and head with strikes.
Miyata takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Miyata tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Puch presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Puch is landing with some decent strikes but Miyata is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
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!
Puch scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Puch lands a heavy elbow.
Miyata is bucking up trying to escape but Puch cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Puch in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #ROC#
Miyata is rocked!
Miyata slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Puch winds up and cracks Miyata with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Miyata is still in real trouble! Can Puch finish him?#T1#
Miyata taking some punishment here, with Puch in his half guard.
Puch lands a big elbow - Miyata 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 Puch!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robledo Puch!
Robledo Puch very nearly forgot to thank Hellbent amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: GAMMA#576 Beloff v Murphy     
Date:   Aug 13, 2016
#R1#
Marshal swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Eliah Marshal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miyata swinging wildly here.
Marshal follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Miyata's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Miyata duly obliges. #TD#
Miyata is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Marshal's half guard.
Miyata wants to take a breather but Marshal is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marshal has hold of Miyata's hands but Miyata slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Miyata has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Marshal is defending against the submission attempts here by Miyata.
Miyata wants to pass to mount but Marshal is defending the position. #T1#
Marshal is staying active underneath Miyata, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Marshal keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Miyata sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Marshal defending well though.
Marshal blocking the ground and pound attempt from Miyata. #SUB#
Miyata is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Marshal is just riding it out for now. Miyata eventually gives up the hold.
Miyata is just content to waste time from the top position. Marshal takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Marshal pulls Miyata in close to his closed guard and prevents Miyata from doing any damage or advancing position.
Marshal can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Miyata controls the pace.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Marshal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Miyata working some strikes from top position.#T3#
Marshal looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Miyata is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Miyata trying to control but Marshal is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Miyata wants to land a leg kick but Marshal is out of range.
Marshal now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Marshal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata throws a right hand that misses
letting Marshal counter with a right hand.
Marshal throws a head kick that misses.
Marshal avoids a punch combination nicely.
Miyata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marshal.
Marshal looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Decent striking displayed by Marshal there.
Marshal throws a looping overhand right but Miyata ducks down to avoid it.
Eliah Marshal is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Marshal misses with a head kick.
Miyata appears to be looking for a big counter.
Marshal digs a good hook to Miyata's body.
Miyata checks a low kick from Marshal.
Marshal misses with a head kick.
Miyata feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Marshal's calf.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marshal defending well as Miyata loads up on a big left hand.
A little jabbing left from Marshal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Miyata misses with a wild combination.
Marshal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Miyata looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Marshal connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Miyata.
Miyata keeps the fight on the outside.
Miyata was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Miyata keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marshal lands a head kick!
Miyata takes a kick to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Kira Miyata will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Marshal tries a head kick but it misses.
Miyata throws a right and a left that both miss.
Marshal takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Marshal stuns Miyata with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Marshal misses with a low kick.
Marshal moves out of range of the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Marshal.
Marshal goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Eliah Marshal seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marshal punishes Miyata's body with a nice straight punch.
Marshal connects with a body shot that sends Miyata's belly button to the back.
Miyata slips a straight right by Marshal.
Miyata on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Miyata throws a nice inside leg kick.
Marshal staying out of range there.
Miyata throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyata wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Marshal throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Miyata counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Miyata. #T1#
Miyata is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Miyata throws a big elbow that misses.
Marshal being controlled here, momentarily.
Miyata has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Miyata trying to control but Marshal is working from the bottom. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Miyata scoring with some ground and pound.
Miyata stopping the sweep attempt from Marshal.
Miyata trying to control the position from guard on top but Marshal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Miyata punishes Marshal's body with a nice straight punch.
Marshal misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A quick step to the side and Miyata tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#TD#
Marshal gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Miyata drops back, looking for a kneebar! Marshal looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Marshal looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Marshal! #REVB##T3#
Miyata is looking to reverse the position.
Kira Miyata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Miyata is working hard here to advance position.
Miyata struggling a bit here.
Miyata seems a little lost for a moment, as Marshal dominates the positioning.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marshal wants to stand but Miyata is controlling his arm.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Marshal working away.
Marshal content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SU2#
Marshal has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Marshal scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Marshal tries to clinch but Miyata is having none of it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Miyata darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Eliah Marshal will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Marshal scores with a head kick. Miyata tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Miyata throws a right hand that Marshal ducks under and follows up with a left that Marshal also avoids with ease.
Marshal will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Marshal ducks under a wild hook from Miyata.
Marshal uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Miyata misses with a double jab.
Miyata slips a straight right by Marshal.
Marshal looks to land a left hand but Miyata moved out of range nicely.
Marshal scores with a head kick.
Miyata throws a right and a left that both miss.
Miyata throws a left and a right that both miss
and Marshal connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marshal tries to clinch but Miyata moves out of range.
Marshal connects with a right hand. Miyata shakes it off.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Miyata on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A big left from Miyata misses.
Marshal steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Miyata.
Miyata looks to land a combination. Marshal sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#T1#
Marshal throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Miyata.
Marshal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Donk. Miyata catches Marshal right on the button with a cross.
Marshal connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Marshal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Miyata.
Miyata feinted with a counter takedown.
Marshal smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Marshal lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Miyata lands a nice shot to the body.
Marshal throws a sloppy head kick and Miyata moves out of range easily.
Marshal tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Miyata paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Miyata throws a leg kick but Marshal sees it coming and moves out of range.
Marshal misses the body punch #TD#
and Miyata counters with a single leg into guard. Marshal didn't expect that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miyata chips away with some ground and pound.
Miyata working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
Marshal keeping moving, preventing Miyata from controlling successfully.
Miyata is really struggling to control Marshal but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Miyata throws an elbow that misses. Marshal uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Miyata's guard. Nice move by Marshal!#REVB#
Miyata looking to control. #T3#
Miyata bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Marshal's guard. #REVR#
Miyata looking to pass the guard.
Miyata is fighting to break Marshal's control of his arms but Marshal is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Miyata wants to control from the top but Marshal keeps moving. #SUB#
Miyata drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Marshal dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Miyata looking to hit a scissor sweep but Marshal is one step ahead there. #T4##SUB#
Miyata looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Miyata looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Marshal passes into half guard. #SUB#
Miyata actively working from the bottom here.
Marshal keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Eliah Marshal.
I think Marshal 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 James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eliah Marshal!

A less than humble Eliah Marshal misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

 
 
 
Home
What is MMA Tycoon?
Register
Forgot Details
Contact Us
MMA Affiliate Program
MMA Forum
UFC Chat
MMA Newspaper
Buzz - Social Media
MMA Rankings
MMA T-Shirts
 
Managers online: 937
Total users: 40247
 

 

   
©MMA Tycoon  | Bet MMA  |  Contact  |  Links  |  MMA Chat  
MMA Forum  |  Online (937)
Steam Gaming Group Google+ MMA Tycoon Twitter Facebook MMA Game MMA RSS feed - MMA Tycoon Game's Radio Podcast