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Event: CEFC 275     
Date:   Feb 03, 2018
#R1#
Baratheon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hatfield tries to clinch up.
Baratheon misses with a combination
and Hatfield counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Baratheon throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hatfield. #CL#
Hatfield rushes Baratheon and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hatfield tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Baratheon lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hatfield or not.
Baratheon lands a hook that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards. #BC#
Hatfield's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Baratheon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hatfield slips a jab and a cross from Baratheon.
Baratheon looks to land a combination but Hatfield avoids it well.
It looked like Hatfield was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Baratheon.
Baratheon misses with a body shot.
Baratheon misses with a wild combination. #T1#
Hatfield takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Baratheon throws a right and a left that both miss.
Baratheon lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Baratheon.#CUT2#
It looks like Devil Anse Hatfield has been cut.
Baratheon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hatfield's hands.
Baratheon fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hatfield on the side of the head.
A punch combination from Baratheon misses.
Baratheon misses with a wild combination.
Hatfield seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Stannis Baratheon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Baratheon scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baratheon misses with a combination
and Hatfield counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Baratheon swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Hatfield counter with a right hand. #CL#
Hatfield moves into the clinch.
Baratheon throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Baratheon jumps guard but Hatfield turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Baratheon.
Baratheon blocks an uppercut.
Baratheon tries to throw a body punch but Hatfield avoids it by throwing Baratheon back against the cage.
Hatfield lands a nice uppercut.
Hatfield avoids the elbow strike from Baratheon, against the cage.
Baratheon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Baratheon softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Hatfield pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Hatfield forces Baratheon back against the cage and clinches.
Hatfield blocks the elbow strike. #T3#
Baratheon misses with a hook to the ribs.
Baratheon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hatfield. #BC#
Hatfield breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Baratheon misses with a two punch combination.
Baratheon falls off balance throwing a combination
and Baratheon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Baratheon misses with a wild body shot.
Hatfield drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Baratheon throws a body punch but Hatfield moves out of range.
Hatfield has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Baratheon lands a jab to the head.
Baratheon throws a right and a left that Hatfield avoids nicely.
Baratheon scores with a nice right hand. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Baratheon misses with a combination
and Hatfield counters with a nice body shot.
Baratheon feints a jab promting Hatfield to slip. Baratheon then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Hatfield slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Baratheon falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Hatfield counter with a right hand.
Baratheon tries to bum rush Hatfield with a series of wild strikes but Hatfield uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hatfield is looking to counter the offense by Baratheon and move into the clinch.
Baratheon keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Hatfield drives through and clinches with Baratheon against the cage.
Hatfield lands with a left to the head.
Baratheon fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Hatfield softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Hatfield breaks from the clinch.
Stannis Baratheon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baratheon throws a left and a right that both miss
and Hatfield counters with a right hand to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stannis Baratheon dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Devil Anse Hatfield's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A big left from Baratheon misses.
Baratheon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Baratheon with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL#
Hatfield has closed the distance and engaged Baratheon in a clinch.
Hatfield misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hatfield blocks an elbow strike.
Hatfield fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Baratheon successfully pulls guard.
Hatfield content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hatfield scoring with some ground and pound.
Hatfield passes Baratheon's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield is thwarting Baratheon's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Hatfield is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Baratheon sees it coming and defends easily.
Hatfield lands strikes from half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Baratheon is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Hatfield 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.
Baratheon missing with punches from the bottom.
Baratheon controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hatfield lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Baratheon wants to get back to 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.
Hatfield wants to lay and pray for a moment but Baratheon keeps working.
Baratheon is looking to improve his position.
Baratheon is trying to maintain the position but Hatfield is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Hatfield lands a nice short elbow.
Hatfield prevents Baratheon from improving his position.
Hatfield lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Hatfield is looking for a kimura here.
Baratheon is trying to control but can't.
Hatfield 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. #T3#
Baratheon tries to roll over but Hatfield keeps him under control.
Baratheon gets full guard.
Hatfield scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Hatfield working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Baratheon working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hatfield has passed into half guard!
Hatfield scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Hatfield lands with a punch from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hatfield is nestled in close to Baratheon, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Hatfield takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Hatfield trying to control from half guard but Baratheon is working away.
Hatfield sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
Hatfield wants to take a breather but Baratheon is having none of it.
Hatfield seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Baratheon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hatfield passes to full mount!
Baratheon is in all sorts of trouble here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hatfield dominating with strikes here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hatfield raining down shots from the mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Devil Anse Hatfield dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Devil Anse Hatfield'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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hatfield doesn't manage to clinch there - Baratheon circles away.
Baratheon swats away the attempt to clinch by Hatfield.
Hatfield ducks under a wild hook from Baratheon.
Baratheon falls off balance throwing a combination
and Baratheon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hatfield takes one to the side of the head.
Some wild striking there from Baratheon.
As Baratheon tries to get set, Hatfield tries to push him back and clinch up but Baratheon manages to avoid the attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield blocks a jab.
Baratheon closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CL#
Baratheon tries to keep at a distance but Hatfield has taken the fight into the clinch.#T1#
Baratheon tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Hatfield lands with a right to the head.
Hatfield misses with the head strike.
Hatfield prevents a body shot from Baratheon.
Hatfield lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hatfield scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Hatfield pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Baratheon works over Hatfield's head and body with a nice combination.
Baratheon misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Baratheon lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Baratheon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hatfield tries to clinch there but Baratheon circles away.
Baratheon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Baratheon has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baratheon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hatfield is looking to counter the offense by Baratheon and move into the clinch.
Baratheon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Baratheon throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
It looked like Hatfield wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Baratheon circles away from the clinch attempt.
Baratheon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baratheon throws a shot from downtown. Hatfield moves away and avoids it.
Hatfield was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hatfield fails with an attempt to clinch.
Stannis Baratheon is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Baratheon but Baratheon pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Baratheon throws a big shot that misses.
Baratheon misses with a looping right.
Baratheon feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hatfields jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Baratheon digs a good hook to Hatfield's body. #T3#
Baratheon throws a series of punches but Hatfield avoids them all with ease.
As Baratheon tries to get set, Hatfield tries to push him back and clinch up but Baratheon manages to avoid the attempt.#CL#
Hatfield gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hatfield scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hatfield gets through Baratheon's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Hatfield breaks the clinch.
Stannis Baratheon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Baratheon jabs at Hatfield's body.
A slow jab from Baratheon misses its intended target.
Baratheon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baratheon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hatfield closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Hatfield on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sloppy strikes from Baratheon. Those never looked like landing. #T4##CL#
Hatfield drives through and clinches with Baratheon against the cage.
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!
Baratheon misses with a body punch.
Baratheon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hatfield's elbow.
Baratheon blocking some punches.
Hatfield softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Baratheon fails to pull guard.
Hatfield softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hatfield tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Hatfield's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Baratheon swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hatfield tries to clinch but Baratheon is having none of it.
Baratheon misses with a series of wild punches.
A little feinted left hand from Hatfield on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
No joy there for Baratheon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Baratheon misses with a hook. Hatfield ducked under it nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stannis Baratheon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Baratheon 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stannis Baratheon!

A very excited looking Stannis Baratheon rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: gc183     
Date:   Dec 29, 2017
#R1#
Bale throws a hook but Hatfield avoids it easily.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Bale has knocked Hatfield down with a huge combo! Bale steps away and waves a wobbly Hatfield back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT#
It looks like Devil Anse Hatfield has been cut.
Bale fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hatfield manages to avoid it.
Hatfield wants to counter with a clinch but Bale pushes him away.
Bale rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hatfield moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bale feints and then cracks Hatfield's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hatfield down.
Bale takes a swing at Hatfield's ribcage but misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Hatfield bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Hatfield working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Bale dodges the ground and pound from Hatfield.
The strikes coming from Hatfield are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Hatfield fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Bale defending against the ground and pound.
Hatfield creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bale sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hatfield landing strikes.
Hatfield has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Bale taking a bit of punishment here - Hatfield scoring with strikes.
Hatfield looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Bale is avoiding damage well.
The strikes coming from Hatfield are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Bale takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Hatfield lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Bale down.
Hatfield postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Hatfield advances to mount.
Bale blocking the ground and pound.
Hatfield landing strikes from the mount.
Poor strikes thrown by Hatfield there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Hatfield avoids the attempt from Bale to control.#T2#
Hatfield looking to control but Bale is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hatfield misses with a head shot.
Hatfield punishing his opponent with strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
BOOM! Hatfield connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Hatfield throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Hatfield throwing strikes here but Bale is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Hatfield punching from mount but Bale doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Bale avoids a series of strikes thrown by Hatfield.
Hatfield with good strikes from the mount here!
Hatfield sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hatfield throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#T3#
Hatfield throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Bale because Hatfield loaded up on that one.
Bale is trying to stand.
Hatfield raining down shots from the mount!
Hatfield scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Bale?
Hatfield can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bale is looking to escape.
Bale is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Bale regains half guard.
Hatfield thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bale's head. #T4#
Hatfield working Bale over with strikes.
We've been hearing good reports from Bale's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hatfield throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hatfield missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bale is trying to stand up here but Hatfield is controlling him well.
Bale taking some punishment here, with Hatfield in his half guard.
Hatfield throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hatfield throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Hatfield throwing shots but Bale is blocking nicely.
Hatfield is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Bale keeping control of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Devil Anse Hatfield dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Devil Anse Hatfield's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Hatfield ducks under a wild hook from Bale.
Bale misses with a hook.
Bale swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hatfield showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bale.
Hatfield has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hatfield sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A leg kick checked by Hatfield.
Bale defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hatfield.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bale lands a body shot.
Bale connects with a leg kick. Hatfield looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Bale throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Decent striking displayed by Bale there.
Some bone on bone action there as Hatfield checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T1#
Bale lands a head shot.
Hatfield takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bale connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Hatfield moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hatfield slips under a jab.#CL#
Bale moves into range and clinches up with Hatfield.
Bale lands a hook that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
Hatfield throws a head punch that misses.
Hatfield misses with the head strike. #BC#
Bale's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Bale gets a clinch. #BC2#
Hatfield breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bale wants to clinch.
Tony Bale is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Bale throws a low kick, looking for Hatfield's leg but Hatfield calmly moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hatfield! But no joy.
Bale feints and then cracks Hatfield's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hatfield down.
Bale throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bale misses with a head kick.
Bale throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Bale tries to keep at a distance but Hatfield has taken the fight into the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Bale's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Hatfield swings wildly with an uppercut but Bale uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Hatfield breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tony Bale is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The fighters circling - Bale throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hatfield is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tony Bale is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Bale throws a hook but Hatfield blocks it.
Bale wants to clinch up but Hatfield keeps it at a distance.
Bale lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bale scores with a leg kick.
Bale is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Hatfield is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bale looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bale tries to clinch but Hatfield is having none of it.
Hatfield lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Bale misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bale tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hatfield was well out of range. Poor timing from Bale.
Bale with a jab.
Bale misses with a looping right.
Hatfield checks a low kick from Bale.#T4#
Bale misses with a low kick as Hatfield jumps back.
Tony Bale seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bale swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big left from Bale misses.
Hatfield tries to counter with a clinch but Bale shakes him off and moves away.
Bale tries to work over Hatfield's front leg with a kick but Hatfield checks it.
Bale connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bale with a jab.
Bale throws a head kick but Hatfield moves out of range.
Bale sets himself, and Hatfield steps forward looking for the clinch! Bale avoids it this time.
Bale looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hatfield tries to counter by closing the distance.
Hatfield uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bale.
Bale tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hatfield swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bale fails to land with a series of punches.
Hatfield takes a body punch but keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tony Bale dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Devil Anse Hatfield'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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Bale loads up on a big right hand but Hatfield slips the punch.
Hatfield swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bale throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bale missing with a left hand there. Hatfield was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little jabbing left from Hatfield on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Good exchange - Bale coming out on top.
Hatfield tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bale manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sloppy strikes from Bale. Those never looked like landing.
Hatfield looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bale is looking to slow Hatfield down with leg kicks.
Bale throws a shot from downtown. Hatfield moves away and avoids it.
Hatfield takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bale darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The fighters circling - Bale throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bale misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hatfield.
Bale throws a head kick that misses.
Bale sets himself, and Hatfield steps forward looking for the clinch! Bale avoids it this time.#T1#
Hatfield moves in looking to clinch but Bale pushes him off.
Bale with a hook.
Bale thuds a left hand into Hatfield's body.
Bale cracks a nice hook into Hatfield's ribs.
Bale takes a swing at Hatfield's ribcage but misses.
Bale is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bale tries to score with a low kick but Hatfield moves his leg out of the way.
Hatfield looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bale looks to land a combination but Hatfield avoids it well.
Hatfield throws out a counter right but Bale avoids it with no problem.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bale lands a jab.
Bale misses with a hook.
Bale wants to clinch.#T2##CL2#
Hatfield rushes Bale and presses him up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bale. #BC2#
Hatfield breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bale throws a right hand that misses
and Hatfield counters with a three punch combo that has Bale backing up. Bale nods at Hatfield to acknowledge the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bale clobbers Hatfield with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hatfield cracks Bale with an open hand slap.#CUT2#
It looks like Tony Bale has been cut.#CL2#
Hatfield forces Bale back against the cage and clinches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bale. #BC2#
Hatfield breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bale scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CL2#
Bale gets tackled into the cage by Hatfield. Hatfield maintains the clinch. #T3##BC#
Bale breaks the clinch.
Bale throws a front kick that sends Hatfield stumbling back into the cage.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bale. That's going to slow Hatfield down.
A left lands for Bale.
Bale rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hatfield moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Despite the aggression on Hatfield's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bale looks to score with a jab to the body but Hatfield is just out of range.
Bale waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hatfield.
Bale just misses with a punch to the body.
Hatfield doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Hatfield's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bale connects with an inside leg kick.
Bale circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bale takes a swing at Hatfield's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Hatfield drives through and clinches with Bale against the cage. #T4##BC#
Bale breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Hatfield has managed to clinch.
Hatfield swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bale tries to circle away but Hatfield has him pinned against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Hatfield fails to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Still in the clinch, Hatfield scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bale has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Hatfield lands with a short shot to the head.
Bale is trying to force a seperation but Hatfield has the dominant position.
Hatfield misses with some punches.
Hatfield scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bale wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bale.
A frustrated look appears on Bale's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Bale breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bale throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hatfield on the side of the head.
Bale jabs Hatfield to the body, keeping him at a distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tony Bale showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bale 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28

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

Tony Bale 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: gc 179     
Date:   Dec 01, 2017
#R1#
Hatfield leaves Dassler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hatfield looks to land a right hand but Dassler moved out of range.
Dassler tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hatfield swivels and escapes.
We've been hearing reports that Dassler has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#CL2#
Hatfield drives through and clinches with Dassler against the cage.
Dassler is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hatfield gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudi Dassler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hatfield gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dassler.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Dassler gets control of Hatfield's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dassler will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Dassler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hatfield defends it easily.#SUB#
Dassler is looking for a triangle but Hatfield pushes his legs off easily. #T1##SUB#
Dassler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dassler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hatfield cracks Dassler with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Dassler working for a triangle but Hatfield defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Hatfield avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hatfield is working Dassler over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Dassler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hatfield defends it easily.#SUB#
Dassler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2##SUB#
Dassler isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hatfield stacks Dassler on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Hatfield!
Hatfield gets to mount! Dassler was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Dassler can't escape the position.
Hatfield with the ground and pound from mount. #ROC2#
Dassler is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Rudi Dassler has been cut.#SUB2#
Hatfield looking to secure an arm triangle but Dassler defends it well.
Oh Dassler is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dassler tries to reverse the position but Hatfield maintains control.
Dassler seems to have got his legs back now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dassler manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3##SUB#
Dassler actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Hatfield moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Dassler.
Dassler is looking for a sweep.
Hatfield grinds an elbow into Dassler's temple. #CUT2#
Rudi Dassler's cut is getting worse.
Dassler is looking for a sweep.
Dassler manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Dassler is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hatfield wants to control but Dassler is keeping busy. #T4#
Hatfield wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Hatfield actively working from the bottom here.
Hatfield wants to control but Dassler is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Dassler wants to work for an arm triangle but Hatfield is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hatfield gets back to full guard.
Dassler passes into half guard. #SUB#
Dassler is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hatfield sees it coming and defends easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dassler is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hatfield doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dassler.
Hatfield avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dassler.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Devil Anse Hatfield will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Rudi Dassler's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
A big left from Hatfield misses.
Dassler attempts a counter takedown but Hatfield avoids it well and moves away.
Hatfield leaves Dassler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dassler shoots in looking for a takedown. Hatfield tries to sprawl out of it but Dassler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hatfield manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A little jabbing left from Hatfield on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dassler shoots in looking for a takedown. Hatfield tries to sprawl out of it but Dassler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hatfield manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hatfield looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rudi Dassler. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##CL2#
Dassler tries to keep at a distance but Hatfield has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Dassler is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Hatfield can't fight it off and eventually Dassler manages to take the fight to the floor. Hatfield looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Dassler throwing strikes but missing.
Hatfield trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Hatfield working for a triangle but Dassler defends it easily. #SUB2#
Hatfield throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
Dassler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hatfield is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Hatfield is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dassler is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Hatfield looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dassler throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Dassler drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dassler jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Dassler postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hatfield will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Hatfield is trying to keep Dassler in close.
Hatfield controlling the position.#T3#
Dassler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hatfield swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hatfield wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Dassler drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dassler jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hatfield lands an upkick as Dassler stands over him.
Hatfield throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Dassler postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
Hatfield moves into the clinch successfully.
Dassler fails to pull guard.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dassler.
Hatfield misses with some punches.
Hatfield has a couple of punches blocked by Dassler.
Hatfield lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Hatfield misses with a punch on the inside.
Dassler blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Hatfield manages to break the clinch.
Dassler doesn't manage to clinch there - Hatfield circles away. #TD#
Dassler closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Hatfield did well to prevent Dassler getting side control.#SUB#
Dassler is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Dassler trying to mount his opponent but Hatfield defends it.
Hatfield trying to hold on to Dassler's head to control him but Dassler postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hatfield punching from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hatfield manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dassler tries to free his leg and advance position but Hatfield is retaining full guard.
Hatfield controls Dassler momentarily but Dassler frees himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Devil Anse Hatfield will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Rudi Dassler's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Dassler looking to score a takedown here. Hatfield is defending well but Dassler drives through and ends up in Hatfield's guard.
Hatfield lands an upkick as Dassler stands over him.
Hatfield is trying to control the position but Dassler postures up.
Dassler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hatfield is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hatfield trying to control the position.
Dassler scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hatfield working for a triangle but Dassler defends it easily.
Dassler works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Rudi Dassler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1##SUB#
Dassler 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.
Hatfield on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Dassler is looking for a kimura here.
Hatfield is pressing down on Dassler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Hatfield is looking for a triangle but Dassler pushes his legs off easily.
Hatfield trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Hatfield throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #SUB#
Dassler is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T2#
Dassler postures up.
Hatfield throws some shots to the body, keeping his opponent honest. #SUB2#
Hatfield is looking for a triangle but Dassler pushes his legs off easily.
Dassler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hatfield throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #SUB2#
Hatfield has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dassler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Dassler thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hatfield throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Dassler is pushing down on Hatfield's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hatfield is fighting to maintain full guard but Dassler has managed to sneak the leg through.#T3#
Hatfield tries to roll over but Dassler keeps him under control.
Dassler passes to side control.
Hatfield gets back to half guard.
Dassler scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Dassler seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Hatfield looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dassler throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Hatfield makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hatfield.
Dassler postures up in Hatfield's guard and throws a big left but Hatfield blocks it. #T4##SUB2#
Hatfield has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dassler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Hatfield escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dassler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hatfield takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dassler works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hatfield keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Hatfield is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Dassler is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Dassler is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hatfield is just riding it out for now. Dassler eventually gives up the hold.
Rudi Dassler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hatfield flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rudi Dassler showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hatfield 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Devil Anse Hatfield!

In his post fight interview, Devil Anse Hatfield started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: GAMMA#670 Curry v Mencken     
Date:   Oct 28, 2017
#R1##CL#
Hatfield forces Von Lee back against the cage and clinches.
Hatfield misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hatfield tries to score a body lock takedown but Von Lee shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC#
Hatfield pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Von Lee misses with a shot to the body
and Von Lee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Von Lee clinches up with Hatfield and pushes him back against the cage.
Hatfield tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Von Lee smiles and moves away.
Von Lee tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hatfield was well out of range. Poor timing from Von Lee.
Hatfield tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Von Lee counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hatfield doesn't manage to clinch there - Von Lee circles away.
Von Lee scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hatfield doesn't seem bothered though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Von Lee with a jab.
Hatfield tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Von Lee manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Von Lee lands a slapping body shot.
Von Lee misses with a wild body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Hatfield is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Von Lee's half guard.
Hatfield works his foot free and advances to mount. #T1#
Von Lee tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hatfield throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Von Lee sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Von Lee manages to get to full guard.
Hatfield definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Von Lee wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Von Lee has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Hatfield wants to control from the top but Von Lee keeps moving.
Hatfield throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Von Lee works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Von Lee utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hatfield is fighting to break Von Lee's control of his arms but Von Lee is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Von Lee keeping moving, preventing Hatfield from controlling successfully.
Hatfield throws a big elbow that misses.
Von Lee manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hatfield manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hatfield trying to control the position.
Hatfield lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Hatfield avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Von Lee is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hatfield throwing strikes from guard but Von Lee blocks nicely.
Hatfield is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
Von Lee is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Von Lee wants to sweep here but Hatfield controlling him for the moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hatfield accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Von Lee avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Von Lee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hatfield is one step ahead there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hatfield wants to control from the top but Von Lee keeps moving.
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 Devil Anse Hatfield will probably get the nod.
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#
Von Lee lands the left hand.
Von Lee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hatfield darts in looking for a takedown but Von Lee gets double underhooks and turns Hatfield into the cage.
Hatfield on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Von Lee throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Von Lee is looking to chop away at Hatfield's legs.
Hatfield wants to clinch up but Von Lee keeps it at a distance.
Von Lee bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Hatfield's head backwards.
Von Lee goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Von Lee throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hatfield misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Von Lee looks to score with a jab to the body but Hatfield is just out of range.
Von Lee is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hatfield rather than just go for the knockout.
Hatfield fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Hatfield fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hatfield drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Von Lee gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Devil Anse Hatfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Von Lee keeps control of Hatfield as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Hatfield wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Von Lee has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Hatfield lands a takedown into guard.
Hatfield postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Von Lee wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hatfield working some strikes from top position.
Hatfield trying to control but Von Lee is working from the bottom.
Hatfield throws an elbow that misses. Von Lee uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hatfield's guard. Nice move by Von Lee!#REVB##T2#
Von Lee trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Von Lee sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Von Lee throws a big elbow that misses.
Von Lee trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Von Lee accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Devil Anse Hatfield overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hatfield is adopting a defensive guard.
Hatfield wants to sweep but no luck. #T3##SUB#
Hatfield looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Von Lee has picked Hatfield up and slammed him! Hatfield can't keep hold of the triangle and Von Lee manages to pass to side control!
Von Lee cracks Hatfield with a big right hand but Hatfield just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Hatfield is looking for a sweep.
Von Lee is chipping away with strikes.
Hatfield throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Von Lee takes a little break here. Hatfield wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Von Lee working the ground and pound.
Von Lee scoring with punches and elbows.
Hatfield takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Von Lee landing strikes. #T4#
Von Lee lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Von Lee scoring with punches and elbows.
Von Lee wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hatfield keeps working.
Von Lee has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Von Lee in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Von Lee in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Von Lee is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Hatfield's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Clifton Von Lee showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Hatfield fails to land the takedown.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Von Lee, right into the meat.
Von Lee misses with a body kick.
Von Lee misses with a body kick.
Hatfield misses with a takedown
and Hatfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Hatfield closes the distance and clinches.
Hatfield blocks an uppercut.
Hatfield goes for a takedown in the clinch but Von Lee prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Devil Anse Hatfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot in the inside from Von Lee.
Von Lee tries a body shot but Hatfield blocks it. #TD#
Hatfield drags the fight down to the ground.
Von Lee controlling from the top position.
Hatfield looking to control. #T1#
Hatfield wants to sweep but no luck.
Von Lee trying to control but Hatfield is working from the bottom.
Von Lee looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Von Lee trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Von Lee looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Von Lee keeps the fight on the outside.
Hatfield tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Von Lee paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hatfield throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Von Lee throws out a counter right but Hatfield avoids it with no problem.
Von Lee ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Hatfield will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hatfield moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A low kick from Hatfield misses
enabling Von Lee to counter with a crisp jab.
Von Lee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hatfield.
Hatfield looks for a takedown but Von Lee sprawls well.
Von Lee goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Hatfield is looking to counter punch.
Hatfield tries for a takedown but Von Lee circles away easily
and Von Lee counters with a leg kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A jab from Von Lee does it's job there.
Von Lee has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Hatfield steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Von Lee.#T3#
Von Lee fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hatfield looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hatfield wants to clinch
and Von Lee counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Von Lee throws a body kick that misses.
Von Lee connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hatfield momentarily.
Nice straight punches there by Von Lee. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Von Lee.
Von Lee misses with a straight right.
Hatfield shoots and misses
and Von Lee counters with a straight right hand.
Hatfield tries to clinch but Von Lee moves out of range.
Von Lee connects with a right hand. Hatfield shakes it off.
Hatfield tries to clinch but Von Lee moves out of range. #TD#
Hatfield fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Von Lee to the ground. Hatfield is now in Von Lee's 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!
Hatfield trying to control but Von Lee is working from the bottom. #T4#
Hatfield pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Von Lee is keeping the position for now.
Hatfield scoring with punches to the head and body.
Von Lee looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Von Lee looking for a guillotine here but Hatfield defends easily.
Von Lee manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hatfield manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Von Lee sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hatfield's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Clifton Von Lee comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Von Lee 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clifton Von Lee!

Clifton Von Lee decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: CEFC 254     
Date:   Sep 24, 2017
#R1#
Frost misses with a body shot.
Hatfield dives in for a single leg takedown but Frost sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Hatfield tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Frost is able to avoid easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Frost. That's going to slow Hatfield down.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Hatfield 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.
Frost throws a series of punches but Hatfield avoids them all with ease.
Hatfield misses with a two punch combination.
Devil Anse Hatfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hatfield doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Frost counters with a stiff right hand.
Hatfield misses with a wild combination.
Hatfield misses with a few strikes there.
Hatfield changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Frost tries to avoid it but Hatfield manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Frost to the ground. Frost escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Olaf Frost has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Devil Anse Hatfield.
Frost defending well as Hatfield loads up on a big left hand.
Frost uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hatfield.
Frost blocks a jab.
Hatfield misses with a jab, cross combination.
Frost appears to be looking for a big counter.
Hatfield closes this distance looking for a takedown but Frost circles away.
Frost slips a jab and a cross from Hatfield.
Hatfield stuffs the takedown attempt from Frost. Frost gets slowly back to his feet. #T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Hatfield misses the target.
Hatfield slips a jab and a cross from Frost.
Frost moves away from the strike by Hatfield.
Nice straight punches there by Frost. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Frost.
Hatfield lands a two punch combo.
Frost misses the shot to the body.
Hatfield throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hatfield fails with the takedown.
Hatfield leaves Frost with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A swing and a miss from Frost.
Frost throws a series of strikes that have Hatfield backpedaling.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown but Frost shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hatfield throws a leg kick but Frost sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Frost takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hatfield swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Frost.
Hatfield connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hatfield connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T2#
Hatfield lands a nice hook to Frost's body. Frost takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hatfield tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Frost defends well and Hatfield ends up having to push Frost into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hatfield throws a leg kick that is checked
and Frost counters with a one-two to the body.
Frost lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hatfield's sensitive parts.
Frost lands a jab.
Hatfield bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Frost's head.
Hatfield tries for a takedown but Frost sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Frost tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hatfield swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Frost forces Hatfield back against the cage and clinches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Frost.
Frost tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hatfield is looking for a takedown.
Stalling in the clinch from Frost. #BC2#
Hatfield breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hatfield throws a right and a left that Frost avoids nicely.
Hatfield throws a one two combo.
Frost tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hatfield sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Frost somewhat.#T3#
Hatfield fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Frost avoids it really well and circles away.
Hatfield stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hatfield throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Frost fails to land the takedown.
Sloppy strikes from Frost. Those never looked like landing.
Hatfield tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Frost defends well and Hatfield ends up having to push Frost into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hatfield throws a combination that misses
and Frost counters with a nice body shot.
Hatfield with a hook.
Frost loads up on a big right hand but Hatfield slips the punch.#TD2#
Hatfield drives through with a takedown into Frost's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hatfield trying to control but Frost is working from the bottom.
Frost wants to stand but Hatfield is controlling the position. #T4#
Hatfield throws a big right hand that misses.
Hatfield prevents Frost from getting back to his feet.
Hatfield has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hatfield passes Frost's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Frost on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Hatfield not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Frost wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Hatfield is looking for a kimura but Frost is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hatfield to get the leverage.
Hatfield seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Hatfield is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hatfield prevents Frost from standing back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Devil Anse Hatfield will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Frost keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD2#
Frost gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Frost wants to stand up but Hatfield is controlling him.
Hatfield with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hatfield trying to control but Frost is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hatfield accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Frost wants to stand but Hatfield is controlling the position.
Hatfield stands up over Frost, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hatfield won't allow Frost to get back to his feet. #T1#
Hatfield scoring with some ground and pound.
Frost wants to stand up but Hatfield is controlling him.
Hatfield stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Frost swivels though and keeps the full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hatfield accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hatfield wants to control from the top but Frost keeps moving.
Hatfield lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hatfield chips away with some ground and pound.
Hatfield trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Frost manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Hatfield working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Frost doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Frost manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Hatfield is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Frost defends well.#T2#
Hatfield wants to sweep but no luck.
Frost wanted to stand there but Hatfield had control of the position. #SUB2#
Hatfield escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Frost gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Frost trying to stand up but can't free himself from Hatfield's guard.
Hatfield controls Frost momentarily but Frost frees himself. #T3#
Hatfield keeping moving, preventing Frost from controlling successfully.
Hatfield being controlled here, momentarily.
Hatfield throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Hatfield controls Frost momentarily but Frost frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hatfield throws a nice looking combination but Frost bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Frost stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Frost connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hatfield's hands.
Frost stuffs the takedown attempt from Hatfield. Hatfield gets slowly back to his feet.
Hatfield walks into a straight right hand from Frost.#T4#
Hatfield is looking to score with low kicks.
A telegraphed right hand from Hatfield misses the target.
Hatfield connects with a nice looking jab.
A punch combination from Frost misses.
Olaf Frost is winning the standup battle so far.
Frost gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hatfield.
Hatfield lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Frost lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hatfield throws a right hand that misses
and Frost counters with a nice low kick that buckles Hatfield's knee momentarily.#CL#
Frost has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Hatfield gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Frost regains guard.
Hatfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Frost is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hatfield throws a big right hand that misses.
Frost avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hatfield scoring with punches to the head and body.
Devil Anse Hatfield has got the better of the ground game so far.
Frost wants to stand but Hatfield is controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Devil Anse Hatfield will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Hatfield misses with a takedown attempt - Frost sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Frost has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Frost there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown but Frost shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hatfield changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Frost tries to avoid it but Hatfield manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Frost to the ground. Frost escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Olaf Frost has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Devil Anse Hatfield.
Frost jabs Hatfield right on the nose. Hatfield blinks but takes it well.
Frost slips a jab from Hatfield.
Frost swinging wildly here.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hatfield is defended easily by Frost.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frost avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Frost appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Frost is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Hatfield.
Sloppy strikes from Hatfield. Those never looked like landing.
Hatfield misses with a looping left.
Nice defenses there by Frost.#T1#
Frost looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Frost connects with the punch.
Hatfield misses with a takedown attempt - Frost sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hatfield takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Frost turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hatfield is defended easily by Frost.
Frost appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Frost throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Frost shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hatfield but Hatfield pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A slow jab from Frost misses its intended target.
Frost cracks Hatfield with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Frost moves away from the strike by Hatfield.
Hatfield jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hatfield misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Frost. #T2#
Frost is looking to clinch but Hatfield is avoiding it. #CL#
Frost takes the fight into the clinch.
Frost misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Hatfield pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hatfield walks into a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hatfield swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A head kick misses from Frost.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hatfield, as that shot connected.
Frost throws a chopping leg kick but Hatfield manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Hatfield misses with a looping left.
Frost is looking for a counter combo.
Frost ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hatfield moves away.
Frost tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hatfield swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hatfield slips a jab and a cross from Frost.
Good leg kick by Frost there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud. #TD2#
Hatfield looking to score a takedown here. Frost is defending well but Hatfield drives through and ends up in Frost's guard.
Hatfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Frost is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Frost is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hatfield looking to sit in guard and control but Frost gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Frost wants to control from the top but Hatfield keeps moving.
Frost preventing the sweep.
Frost wants to control from the top but Hatfield keeps moving.
Hatfield working a defensive guard here. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Frost throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Frost trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hatfield looking to hit a scissor sweep but Frost is one step ahead there.
Frost controlling from the top position.
Frost wants to get up but he can't break Hatfield's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Frost tries to free his leg and advance position but Hatfield is retaining full guard. #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.

That was a close round but Olaf Frost did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Hatfield missing with a left hand there. Frost was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hatfield throws a series of punches but Frost avoids them all with ease.
Hatfield fails with a takedown attempt.
Hatfield throws a hook but Frost avoids it easily.
Hatfield misses with a lunging right hand
and Frost counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Frost moves away from the strike by Hatfield.
A big left from Hatfield misses.
Frost misses with a head kick.
Frost misses with a few strikes there.
Hatfield misses with a double jab.
Frost appears to be looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield throws out a powerful jab.
Hatfield slips a jab and a cross from Frost.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Frost, right into the meat.
Hatfield tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Frost was well out of range. Poor timing from Hatfield.
Frost went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hatfield ducks right into an uppercut from Frost. #T1#
Some wild striking there from Frost.
Hatfield misses with a straight right.
An inside leg kick lands from Frost.
Frost walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hatfield looks to throw the jab but Frost is out of range.
Frost tries to clinch up but Hatfield circles away and keeps his distance.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown but Frost shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Hatfield bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Frost wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Hatfield throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T2#
Hatfield is putting a hurting on Frost here, landing some big shots from side control.
Frost is trying to buck Hatfield off.#SUB2#
Hatfield is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Frost has escaped the position, nice work there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hatfield wants to control but Frost is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Hatfield goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Frost rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hatfield's guard! Nice work there by Frost! #SUB2#
Hatfield isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Frost stacks Hatfield on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Frost!#T3#
Hatfield wants to control but Frost postures up.
Frost tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Hatfield is trying to get back to half guard.
Frost moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Hatfield is looking to regain half guard here but Frost keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Frost wants to stand but Hatfield has his arm trapped.
Hatfield tries to improve position but can't.
Frost lands a nice forearm strike.
Hatfield is trying to improve his position.
Hatfield is not content to let Frost control the position.
Hatfield tries to bench press Frost off him but Frost keeps the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Frost tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Olaf Frost will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Frost misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hatfield pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hatfield throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Frost counters with a series of strikes. Hatfield will be more careful next time no doubt.
Frost moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Frost moves out of range as Hatfield strikes.
Hatfield throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Frost.
Frost misses with the combination.
Frost lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Frost slips under a jab from Hatfield.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield tries to bum rush Frost with a series of wild strikes but Frost uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd cheers as Frost lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hatfield doesn't seem phased though.
Hatfield shoots in but Frost avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Frost scores with a hook.#T1#
Hatfield attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Hatfield misses with a double jab.
Frost connects with a solid leg kick.
Hatfield has his takedown stuffed
letting Frost counter with a right hand. #CL#
Frost has closed the distance and engaged Hatfield in a clinch.
Hatfield wants a takedown.
Olaf Frost has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Devil Anse Hatfield.
Frost is looking to control Hatfield's arms but Hatfield gets an underhook and turns him. Now Frost has his back to the cage.
Hatfield is working for takedown but Frost is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hatfield is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Hatfield prevents a body shot from Frost.
Hatfield drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Frost gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Frost lands a right hand.
Hatfield can't get the takedown.
Frost lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hatfield is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Hatfield is looking to take this one to the mat.#T2#
Frost misses with a punch to the body.
Hatfield is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hatfield's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Frost effectively controlling the action here.
Frost prevents a takedown attempt there.
Frost lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hatfield or not.
Frost lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A left hand lands to the body for Frost.
Frost lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
A short body shot lands from Frost as the two fighters clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Hatfield's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Frost lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Hatfield pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hatfield misses with a combination
and Frost counters with a nice uppercut.
Frost lands a head kick. Hatfield smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T3#
Hatfield pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Frost back to the cage. Hatfield follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Frost connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Frost connects with a right hand. Hatfield shakes it off.
Frost rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hatfield moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hatfield doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
The crowd cheers as Hatfield lands an impressive looking overhand right. Frost doesn't seem phased though.
Hatfield avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Frost has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
so Hatfield counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Frost wants to stand and escape but Hatfield is having none of it.
Hatfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Frost is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hatfield lands a couple of digs.
Hatfield throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hatfield's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hatfield keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Frost's head.#T4#
Hatfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Frost is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hatfield postures up and lands a big shot to Frost's brow.
Hatfield trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hatfield loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Frost wants to stand but Hatfield is controlling the position.
Hatfield throwing strikes from guard but Frost blocks nicely.
Frost is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hatfield landing with the ground and pound.
Frost working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hatfield.

And that's the end of the fight!
Olaf Frost showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Frost 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 48:47
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 48:47
Judge William Peck scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Olaf Frost!

Olaf Frost retains his light heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Olaf Frost thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: CEFC 251     
Date:   Sep 02, 2017
#R1##CL#
Hatfield closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hatfield lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hatfield scores with a shoulder strike.
Hatfield tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bangsit avoids it.
Bangsit missing with knees to the body.
Hatfield creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Bangsit's defenses.
Hatfield throws a punch but it's blocked by Bangsit.
Hatfield lands a hook that snaps the head of Bangsit backwards.
Bangsit is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hatfield gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hatfield prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hatfield pushes Bangsit back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've been hearing reports that Hatfield has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bangsit can't get the takedown.
Devil Anse Hatfield has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andy Bangsit.
Bangsit tries to pull guard but Hatfield won't allow it.
Hatfield lands with a light punch inside.
Bangsit avoiding damage as Hatfield throws knees to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hatfield lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #ROC#
Bangsit is rocked!
Bangsit tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Bangsit avoiding damage as Hatfield throws knees to the body.
Bangsit has Hatfield pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hatfield manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Bangsit turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#SUB2#
Bangsit thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Bangsit tries for a kimura but Hatfield is defending well. #T1#
Hatfield manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hatfield regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Hatfield is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Bangsit rolls with it to try and escape but Hatfield cranks on the arm and Bangsit is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Devil Anse Hatfield!

 

Event: CEFC Fight Night 107     
Date:   Aug 10, 2017
#R1#
Frost fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Frost slips a jab and a cross from Hatfield.
Hatfield pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Frost is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hatfield lands with a shot to the body.
Hatfield throws a hook but Frost blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Frost! But no joy.
Hatfield tries to close the distance and clinch but Frost swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hatfield's jab looks to have found its range, popping Frost under the eye.#CL2#
Frost gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Frost pushes Hatfield back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Frost lands a hook to the side of the head.
Frost pushes Hatfield back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Frost scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Frost lands a body punch in the clinch.
Frost works on Hatfield's body with a couple of short punches.
Hatfield trying to land knees to the body.
Hatfield tries a body shot but Frost blocks it.
Frost blocking some punches.
Frost lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
Hatfield misses with some punches.
Frost tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hatfield tries for a takedown but Frost manages to get underhooks.
Frost lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hatfield.#T1#
Hatfield throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Frost misses with a hook from the clinch.
Frost avoiding damage as Hatfield throws knees to the body.
Frost on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Hatfield tries to land knees in the clinch but Frost avoids the damage to the body.
Hatfield tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Frost avoids it.
Frost lands with a left to the head.
Hatfield takes a shot to the head.
Hatfield lands a left hand that snaps the head of Frost backwards.
Frost misses with a punch to the body.
Hatfield tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Frost avoids it.
Nice body punch from Frost - that landed with a thud.
Hatfield is breathing heavily.
Frost lands a nice uppercut.
Frost lands with a light punch inside.
Hatfield missing with knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Frost.
Frost blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Frost working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Frost lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
Hatfield tries to throw a body punch but Frost avoids it by throwing Hatfield back against the cage.
Frost lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T2#
Frost lands with a right to the head.
Frost lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hatfield scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A body shot lands from Frost.
Frost misses with a hook from the clinch.
Frost lands a shot to the body.
Hatfield misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Frost.
Frost lands a nice uppercut.
Frost throws a punch but it's blocked by Hatfield.
Hatfield tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short body shot lands from Frost as the two fighters clinch.
Hatfield tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Frost.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hatfield.
Hatfield is trying to drag Frost to the mat but Frost just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Frost is pressed up against the cage. Hatfield has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Frost down to the mat. Frost avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Devil Anse Hatfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Frost goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Devil Anse Hatfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD2#
Frost lands a big head kick that sends Hatfield tumbling to the mat! Frost takes a step backwards and waves Hatfield back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Hatfield is rocked!
Frost chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Oh Hatfield is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Frost steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hatfield.#CL2#
Frost rushes Hatfield and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Frost working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hatfield blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Frost lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Frost blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Frost.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Frost.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Hatfield just misses with a elbow thrown towards Frost's brow.
A short left from Frost.
Frost throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Frost lands with a short shot to the head.
Hatfield misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Frost.
A right hand to the body from Frost.
Frost taking a breather.
Hatfield seems to have got his legs back now.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Frost.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Frost working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Frost lands with a short shot to the head.
Frost creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Hatfield's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Hatfield drops to his knees and Frost pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Olaf Frost!
Olaf Frost is the new light heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Olaf Frost thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: CEFC 248     
Date:   Jul 29, 2017
#R1##TD2#
Hatfield dives in and scores a takedown into Burgundy's guard.
Hatfield chips away with some ground and pound.
Hatfield stopping the sweep attempt from Burgundy.
Burgundy is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Burgundy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hatfield gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hatfield with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hatfield pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burgundy is keeping the position for now.
Hatfield with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hatfield throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Burgundy works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hatfield preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hatfield throws a big elbow that misses.
Burgundy keeping moving, preventing Hatfield from controlling successfully.
Hatfield landing some decent shots from guard.
Burgundy keeping moving, preventing Hatfield from controlling successfully. #T1#
Burgundy has momentary wrist control but Hatfield slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Hatfield drops back looking for a leg! Burgundy is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Burgundy manages to kick Hatfield off! Hatfield jumps back into Burgundy's guard.
Hatfield working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Burgundy's head.
Hatfield works over Burgundy with some ground and pound from guard.
Burgundy avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hatfield tries to free his leg and advance position but Burgundy is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hatfield stopping the sweep attempt from Burgundy.
Hatfield trying to control but Burgundy is working from the bottom.
Hatfield looking to pass the guard.
Hatfield throws a big right hand that misses.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Hatfield working his ground and pound in the gym.#T2#
Hatfield cracks Burgundy with a solid left hand.
Hatfield keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Burgundy's head.
Hatfield working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hatfield being controlled here momentarily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hatfield stops Burgundy from standing up.
Hatfield looking to pass the guard.
Hatfield is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hatfield preventing the sweep.
Burgundy utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hatfield stands up over Burgundy, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hatfield pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burgundy is keeping the position for now.
Hatfield working some strikes from top position.
Hatfield trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Hatfield is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hatfield with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hatfield working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hatfield with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hatfield showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Burgundy keeping moving, preventing Hatfield from controlling successfully.
Hatfield looking to sit in guard and control but Burgundy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Hatfield looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hatfield keeping moving, preventing Burgundy from controlling successfully.
Burgundy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Burgundy has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Hatfield to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Burgundy is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Hatfield pulls down on the head and he's put Burgundy to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Devil Anse Hatfield!
Devil Anse Hatfield is the new light heavyweight champion!

 

Event: Ascension 0610     
Date:   Jun 10, 2017
#R1#
Haades tries to close the distance and clinch but Hatfield swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hatfield just misses with a punch to the body.
Hatfield throws a hook but Haades blocks it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Haades lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Hatfield walks into a stiff left hand from Haades.
Haades misses with a looping right.
Hatfield looks to land a left hand but Haades moved out of range nicely.
Hatfield doesn't manage to clinch there - Haades circles away.
Haades slips a straight right by Hatfield.
Haades lands with a shot to the body.
Haades misses with a straight right.
Hatfield tries to counter with a clinch but Haades shakes him off and moves away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hatfield.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Haades.
Hatfield circles away from the clinch attempt.
Haades jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Haades connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Hatfield misses with a right hand
and Haades counters with a straight right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Haades explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Good exchange - Hatfield coming out on top.#T1#
Hatfield loads up on a big right hand but Haades slips the punch.
Hatfield misses with a hook. Haades ducked under it nicely.
Haades misses the jab.
Hatfield tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Haades manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Haades lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hatfield uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hatfield keeps the fight on the outside.
Hatfield looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hatfield lands with a right hand.
Hatfield is looking to chop away at Haades's legs. #CL#
Haades forces Hatfield back against the cage and clinches.
Haades lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Haades fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Haades breaks from the clinch.
Hatfield takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Haades thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hannes Haades is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hatfield throws a looping overhand right but Haades ducks down to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hatfield cracks Haades with an open hand slap.
Hatfield tries to clinch up but Haades circles away and keeps his distance.#T2#
Hatfield shoots in but Haades avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Haades fails to land with a series of punches.
Hatfield loads up on a big right hand but Haades slips the punch.
Haades misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Despite the aggression on Hatfield's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#CL#
Haades closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Haades gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hatfield.
Hannes Haades has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Devil Anse Hatfield.
Hatfield missing with knees to the body.
Hatfield wants a takedown but no success here.
Haades swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Haades breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hatfield connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A looping hook to the body misses from Haades. Hatfield does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hatfield catches Haades with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Haades cracks Hatfield with an open hand slap.
Haades fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hatfield doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hatfield swings for the body but Haades moves out of range. #T3#
Hatfield blocks the body kick.
Hatfield blocks a jab.
Hatfield takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Haades misses with a looping right.#TD2#
Hatfield drives through with a takedown into Haades's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hatfield postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Haades pulls Hatfield in to control the position.
Hatfield throwing strikes from guard but Haades blocks nicely.
Hatfield works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Haades regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hatfield throwing strikes but missing.
Hatfield wants to pass the guard but Haades is keeping the position.
Hatfield stands up over Haades, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4#
Hatfield not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hatfield has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Haades tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Haades looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hatfield trying to control but Haades is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hatfield accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hatfield preventing the sweep.
Haades looking to control.
Hatfield lands a couple of elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hannes Haades 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#
Haades tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hatfield manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hatfield misses with a jab, cross combination.
Haades uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hatfield.
Hatfield swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Haades wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hatfield is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Haades.
Haades fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Haades thumps Hatfield with a low kick.
Haades swats away the attempt to clinch by Hatfield.
Haades connects with a body shot that sends Hatfield's belly button to the back.
Devil Anse Hatfield is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hatfield misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haades throws a low kick but Hatfield avoids it.
Hatfield moves out of range as Haades throws a body kick.
Hatfield fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hatfield will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A swing and a miss from Hatfield.#T1#
Haades thows a left - swing and a miss!
Haades swats away the attempt to clinch by Hatfield.
Haades scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Haades moves out of range of the strikes.
Haades buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hatfield will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hatfield 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.
Haades takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Haades thows a body kick. Hatfield tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Hatfield throws a leg kick but Haades moved away.
Hatfield feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Haades's calf.
Haades misses with a hook. Hatfield ducked under it nicely.
Haades throws a right hand that Hatfield ducks under and follows up with a left that Hatfield also avoids with ease.
Haades misses with a looping right.
Haades scores with a nice strike.#T2#
Haades throws a body shot but no joy.
Haades connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hatfield momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Hatfield drives through with a takedown into guard.
Hatfield won't allow Haades to sweep him here.
Hatfield is looking to work some ground and pound but Haades has wrist control.
Hatfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Haades is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haades wants to stand up but Hatfield is controlling him.
Hatfield trying to control but Haades is working from the bottom.
Hatfield trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Haades is pulling down on Hatfield's head. It's preventing any offense from Hatfield, at least for the moment.
Hatfield postures up in Haades's guard and throws a big left but Haades blocks it. #T3#
Hatfield throwing strikes but missing.
Hatfield tries to free his leg and advance position but Haades is retaining full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hatfield accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hatfield misses with a left hand #CL#
and Haades counters by moving into the clinch.
Hatfield blocks a body shot from Haades.
Hatfield lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hatfield missing with knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Haades.
Haades blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Haades lands a hook that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
Hatfield throws a head punch that misses.
Hatfield tries to score a body lock takedown but Haades shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Haades lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hatfield or not.
Hatfield is breathing heavily.
Haades lands a nice shot to the body. #T4##BC#
Haades breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
An inside leg kick lands from Haades. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hatfield misses with an elbow strike.
Haades lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
Haades is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hatfield can do to turn this around?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Still in the clinch, Haades scores with a nice short uppercut.
Hatfield has a couple of punches blocked by Haades.
Hatfield tries for a takedown but Haades manages to get underhooks.
Hannes Haades has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Haades lands a hook to the side of the head.
Haades softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Haades avoiding damage as Hatfield throws knees to the body.
Haades tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Haades tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Haades lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Haades works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Haades lands a hook to the side of the head.
Haades lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Haades.
A short left from Haades.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hannes Haades dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Haades connects with a body shot that sends Hatfield's belly button to the back.
Hatfield throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Haades. #CL#
Haades drives through and clinches with Hatfield against the cage.
Hatfield can't get the takedown.
Hatfield misses with a punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Haades.
Haades lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
Haades gets through Hatfield's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
I was talking to Haades's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Hatfield drops down looking for an ankle pick but Haades pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hannes Haades is winning the standup battle so far.
Haades feints a jab promting Hatfield to slip. Haades then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Hatfield slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Haades connects with a right that clearly hurt Hatfield. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Haades proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till Hatfield collapses and taps out under the pressure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hannes Haades!
Hannes Haades 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: Ascension 0429     
Date:   Apr 29, 2017
#R1#
Hatfield swings widly with a right hand
and Aires counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Devil Anse Hatfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hatfield throws a poor cross that misses
and Hatfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Aires as he jumps to the side.
Hatfield throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Aires counters with a stiff right hand.
Hatfield takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hatfield throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Aires sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hatfield chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Aires can pounce on him.
Hatfield misses with a body punch
and Aires counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Hatfield looking to score a takedown here. Aires is defending well but Hatfield drives through and ends up in Aires's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hatfield in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Aires looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aires 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#
Aires content to control rather than advance.
Hatfield trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Aires manages to pass to mount! #T1#
Hatfield is in a horrible position here. Aires smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Hatfield 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.
Hatfield is trying desperately to improve position.
Aires avoids the attempt from Hatfield to control.
Hatfield manages to control the position for a moment.
Aires avoids the attempt from Hatfield to control.#T2#
Aires with shots to the head and body - Hatfield looks very uncomfortable down there.
Aires lands a big shot there that rocks Hatfield but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Aires is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Aires lands a big shot there that rocks Hatfield but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Aires looking to control but Hatfield is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Aires lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Hatfield wants to hold on but Aires pushes him away.
Hatfield is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Aires is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Aires lands a big elbow.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Aires cracks Hatfield with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #T3#
Aires lands a heavy elbow.
Hatfield is looking to get to half guard.
Aires with good strikes from the mount here!
Aires trying to control but Hatfield is having none of it.
Hatfield is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hatfield taking shots to the head.
Aires has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Hatfield's face.
Aires tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aires postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Hatfield looks a forlorn figure.
Hatfield tries to reverse the position but Aires maintains control.
Aires raining down shots from the mount!
Aires raining down shots from the mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aires controlling from mount.
Aires avoids the attempt from Hatfield to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bruno Aires dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Aires throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Aires moves out of range as Hatfield strikes.
Aires wants to counter with a clinch but Hatfield pushes him away.
Hatfield seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Aires, right into the meat.
Hatfield falls off balance throwing a combination
and Aires counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Aires throws a jab but it's blocked by Hatfield.
Hatfield throws a hook but Aires blocks it.
Aires connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Aires checks the leg kick.
Hatfield misses with an uppercut.
Hatfield checks a low kick from Aires.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aires fakes the leg kick and cracks Hatfield in the body.
Jab by Hatfield.
Aires is looking to land body kicks.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Aires.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hatfield throws a series of punches but Aires moves out of range.
Hatfield cracks Aires with an open hand slap.#T1#
Aires throws a body punch but Hatfield moves out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Aires, as that shot connected.
Aires fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hatfield manages to avoid it.
Aires swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aires lands with a hook. Hatfield tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hatfield throws a series of punches but Aires moves out of range.
Hatfield looks to throw the jab but Aires is out of range.
Hatfield sets himself, and Aires steps forward looking for the clinch! Hatfield avoids it this time.
A jab from Aires misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Aires.
Hatfield is trying hard to land a takedown here. Aires sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Aires looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hatfield throws a jab but it's blocked by Aires.
Aires rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hatfield moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hatfield takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Aires lands with a cross.
Aires throws a nice looking combination but Hatfield bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hatfield is looking to counter punch.
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!
Hatfield throws a hook but Aires blocks it.#T2#
Aires takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Aires uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hatfield.
Devil Anse Hatfield is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hatfield changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice defenses there by Aires.
Hatfield takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hatfield throws a right and a left that Aires avoids nicely.
Aires sizes up Hatfield with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Aires fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hatfield manages to avoid it.
Aires swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hatfield.
Hatfield swings away with a body shot that misses
and Aires cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Aires. Hatfield does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bruno Aires seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Aires checks a low kick from Hatfield.
Aires ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hatfield moves away.
Danga de danga de dang - Hatfield scores with a four punch combination!
Hatfield with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Aires to counter with a crisp jab.
Aires has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Aires throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Aires swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Hatfield walks into a jab.
Aires comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Aires cracks Hatfield with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Hatfield throws out a powerful jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hatfield. Aires does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aires with a jab.
Aires lands with an overhand left.
Hatfield misses with a lunging right hand
and Aires counters with a one-two to the body.
Hatfield throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Aires wants to counter the offense by Hatfield and move into the clinch position.
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!
Hatfield misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Aires showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hatfield.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown but Aires shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Devil Anse Hatfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hatfield takes one to the chin there.
Aires fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hatfield has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Aires misses with a kick to the body. #T4#
Hatfield closes the distance and clinches up with Aires, looking for a takedown. Hatfield pushes Aires against the cage but Aires circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Aires tests Hatfield's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Aires takes a swing at Hatfield's ribcage but misses.
Aires has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Aires lands with a shot to the body.
Aires fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Aires jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Hatfield throws a predictable looking body shot
and Aires connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#
Hatfield is rocked!
Aires moves out of range as Hatfield strikes.
Oh Hatfield is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hatfield throws a right hand that misses
and Aires counters with a left to the body.
Aires lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Hatfield looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Aires fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Hatfield to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Hatfield looks to clinch but Aires throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Hatfield taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Bruno Aires!
A relieved looking Bruno Aires 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: Ascension 0412     
Date:   Apr 12, 2017
#R1#
Hatfield throws a shot to the body.
Garcia scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Garcia seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Hatfield looks to land a left hand but Garcia moved out of range nicely.
Hatfield scores with a punch to the head.
Hatfield connects with a body shot that sends Garcia's belly button to the back.
Garcia paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hatfield throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Garcia swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Garcia is looking to land body kicks.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown but Garcia shows good takedown defense.
Garcia throws a counter high kick but Hatfield was just alert enough to avoid it.
Hatfield throws a hook to the side of Garcia's head but Garcia sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Garcia fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Hatfield to the ground. Garcia is now in Hatfield's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Hatfield working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Garcia doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Garcia manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hatfield looks winded!
Garcia is in close to Hatfield's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hatfield avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Garcia is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Garcia is working Hatfield over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1#
Garcia lands a couple of elbows.
Hatfield seems keen to control Garcia's posture.
Hatfield trying to keep a closed guard but Garcia is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Garcia scoring with punches to the head and body.
Garcia landing some decent shots from guard.
Garcia stands up over Hatfield, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Garcia postures up in Hatfield's guard and throws a big left but Hatfield blocks it.
Hatfield 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#
Hatfield thows a huge punch but Garcia dodges it nicely.
Hatfield prevents Garcia from improving his position.#T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hatfield seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Garcia does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hatfield winds up and cracks Garcia with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Garcia looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Garcia has hold of Hatfield's hands but Hatfield slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Hatfield scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Hatfield is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Garcia is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Devil Anse Hatfield!

 

Event: Ascension 0318     
Date:   Mar 18, 2017
#R1#
Hatfield shoots in but no luck this time.
Payakaroon takes one to the chin there.
Payakaroon throws a nice looking combination but Hatfield bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hatfield misses with an uppercut.
Hatfield backing away here, and Payakaroon unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Hatfield throws a jab when Payakaroon was well out of range.
Hatfield misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Payakaroon sizes up Hatfield with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD#
Hatfield throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Payakaroon tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hatfield is in Payakaroon's guard.
Hatfield working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Payakaroon's head.
Hatfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Payakaroon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Payakaroon seems keen to control Hatfield's posture.
Payakaroon has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hatfield has passed into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Payakaroon tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Hatfield is trying to ground and pound but Payakaroon uses the momentary lack of control by Hatfield to regain half guard.
Hatfield is nestled in close to Payakaroon, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Hatfield looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Hatfield trying to mount his opponent but Payakaroon defends it.
Payakaroon is positioning himself well to prevent Hatfield advancing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Payakaroon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hatfield.
Payakaroon tries to get to full guard but Hatfield has control of the leg.
Payakaroon blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hatfield. #T2#
Hatfield is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Hatfield working over Payakaroon with some ground and pound. Payakaroon looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Payakaroon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hatfield is working away from the top position though.
Hatfield takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Hatfield scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Hatfield landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hatfield controlling the action here.
Hatfield lands with a punch from half guard.
Payakaroon keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Payakaroon wants to improve his position but Hatfield is controlling well. #T3#
Hatfield missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Hatfield slips a nice elbow through Payakaroon's hands, connecting with Payakaroon's forehead.
Payakaroon keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Payakaroon works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hatfield lands a couple of elbows.
Hatfield lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hatfield is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Outer Heaven Dojo that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Hatfield 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.
Hatfield trying to control but Payakaroon is working from the bottom.
Hatfield works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hatfield seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Hatfield missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Payakaroon is looking for a sweep. Hatfield is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Payakaroon is trying to control but can't.
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. Hatfield connects with a nice short shot to Payakaroon's temple. #SUB#
Hatfield is looking for a kimura here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hatfield is working for a kimura but Payakaroon is defending it quite comfortably.
Payakaroon trying to hold on to Hatfield's head to control him but Hatfield postures up.
Payakaroon keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Devil Anse Hatfield 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#
Hatfield lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Hatfield loads up on a big right hand but Payakaroon slips the punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Payakaroon. Hatfield does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hatfield misses with a series of wild punches.
Hatfield scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hatfield cracks Payakaroon with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hatfield scores with a sloppy right hand. Payakaroon should have avoided that one.
Hatfield throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hatfield displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Payakaroon throws a hook but Hatfield avoids it easily.#TD2#
Payakaroon closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hatfield to the mat! Hatfield manages to get full guard.
Payakaroon trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Hatfield manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Hatfield preventing the sweep. #T1#
Hatfield makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hatfield passes into half guard.
Hatfield throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Payakaroon on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Payakaroon is looking for a sweep. Hatfield is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Payakaroon trying to control here.
Hatfield blocks the strikes from Payakaroon.
Payakaroon taking some punishment here, with Hatfield in his half guard.
Payakaroon wants to get back to full guard.
Hatfield 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.
Payakaroon has hold of Hatfield's hands but Hatfield slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T2#
Hatfield missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Payakaroon trying to control but Hatfield postures up.
Hatfield sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Payakaroon defending well though.
Payakaroon regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hatfield is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Payakaroon can do to turn this around?
Hatfield trying to control but Payakaroon is working from the bottom.
Hatfield throwing strikes from guard but Payakaroon blocks nicely.
Payakaroon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hatfield.
Hatfield working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hatfield controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hatfield looking to sit in guard and control but Payakaroon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3#
Hatfield pulls Payakaroon in close to his closed guard and prevents Payakaroon from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Hatfield escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Payakaroon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Payakaroon stays in close to Hatfield's body and controls the position.
Hatfield 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#
Payakaroon tries to get to full guard but Hatfield has control of the leg. #T4#
Payakaroon wants to control but Hatfield is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hatfield working over Payakaroon with some ground and pound. Payakaroon looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Payakaroon taking some punishment here, with Hatfield in his half guard.
Hatfield is looking to take a break and control but Payakaroon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hatfield stalling.
Hatfield sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Payakaroon defending well though.
Payakaroon wants to get back to full guard.
Payakaroon regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Hatfield.
Hatfield trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Devil Anse Hatfield dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hatfield lands a slapping body shot.
Payakaroon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Payakaroon scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Donk. Payakaroon catches Hatfield right on the button with a cross.
Hatfield falls off balance throwing a combination
and Payakaroon counters with a stiff right hand.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Payakaroon!
Payakaroon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hatfield.
Hatfield avoids the body shot from Payakaroon.
Payakaroon misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Hatfield misses the target.
Hatfield lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hatfield swinging wildly here.
Hatfield sets himself, and Payakaroon steps forward looking for the clinch! Hatfield avoids it this time.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hatfield listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1#
Hatfield connects with a crisp jab.
Payakaroon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hatfield.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Payakaroon! But no joy.
Hatfield throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A left lands for Payakaroon.
Payakaroon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Hatfield there.
Hatfield avoids the head kick by Payakaroon.
No joy there for Payakaroon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hatfield swings for the body but Payakaroon moves out of range.
Hatfield misses with an uppercut. Payakaroon saw that one coming.
Hatfield misses with a jab, cross combination.
Payakaroon misses with a double jab.
A slow jab from Hatfield misses its intended target.
Hatfield scores with a jab. Payakaroon acknowledges it with a nod 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!
Payakaroon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Samart Payakaroon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Payakaroon moves away from the strike by Hatfield.
A nice side step and Payakaroon releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Payakaroon stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Payakaroon just misses with a punch to the body.
Hatfield misses with a straight right.
Payakaroon appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hatfield walks into a stiff left hand from Payakaroon.
Devil Anse Hatfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hatfield darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hatfield throws a leg kick which misses Payakaroon's front leg but catches the back leg as Payakaroon tries to avoid it.
Hatfield misses with a hook.
Payakaroon throws a head kick that misses.
Hatfield throws out a powerful jab.
Payakaroon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hatfield.
A nice side step and Payakaroon releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Payakaroon throws a nice looking combination but Hatfield bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD#
Payakaroon gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Hatfield to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Hatfield postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Hatfield looking to pass the guard.
Payakaroon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hatfield connects with a couple of short punches.
Hatfield trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Payakaroon preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hatfield stopping the sweep attempt from Payakaroon.
Hatfield working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hatfield might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Payakaroon wants to control the position but Hatfield says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Hatfield wants to control but Payakaroon is keeping him busy. #T4#
Payakaroon wants to control but Hatfield is keeping busy. #SUB#
Hatfield seems to be working for a kimura but Payakaroon defends the submission attempt.
Payakaroon keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Hatfield slips a nice elbow through Payakaroon's hands, connecting with Payakaroon's forehead.
Payakaroon is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Hatfield scores with a couple of nice shots.
Devil Anse Hatfield overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Payakaroon wants to improve his position but Hatfield is controlling well.
Payakaroon moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Devil Anse Hatfield showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hatfield 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 George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Devil Anse Hatfield!

The defeated Samart Payakaroon had this to say: 'It's been a great tournament. I have no regrets other than the regret I have in informing my opponent that his mom is waiting for me in the locker room! OH YEA BABY!!'.

 

Event: Ascenssion 0222     
Date:   Feb 22, 2017
#R1#
Hatfield tries to score a power double leg takedown but Payakaroon sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hatfield somewhat.
Hatfield doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hatfield misses with a right hand
and Payakaroon counters with a nice uppercut.
Hatfield throws a looping overhand right but Payakaroon ducks down to avoid it.
Hatfield lands a jab.
Hatfield avoids the body shot from Payakaroon.
Hatfield shoots in looking for a takedown but Payakaroon manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hatfield's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Devil Anse Hatfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Payakaroon scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Payakaroon defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Devil Anse Hatfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice inside leg kick there by Payakaroon. That's going to slow Hatfield down. #T1#
Hatfield lands with a good body shot.
Payakaroon moves away from the strike by Hatfield.
Hatfield lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Hatfield swings widly with a right hand
and Hatfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hatfield fails to land with a series of punches.
Hatfield connects with a body shot that sends Payakaroon's belly button to the back.
Payakaroon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hatfield.
Hatfield throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hatfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Payakaroon slips a jab from Hatfield.
Payakaroon tests Hatfield's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Payakaroon buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hatfield scores with a hook to the body. Payakaroon takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #TD#
Hatfield gets a takedown into half guard.
Payakaroon tries to roll over but Hatfield keeps him under control.#T2#
Payakaroon trying to control from the bottom.
Hatfield looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Payakaroon with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Payakaroon keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hatfield wants to free his trapped foot but Payakaroon is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hatfield missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nice strikes from Hatfield there.
Hatfield is stalling here. Payakaroon is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Hatfield seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Payakaroon has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Hatfield tries to buck Payakaroon off but Payakaroon is having none of it.#T3#
Payakaroon wants to control but Hatfield is keeping him busy.
Hatfield is looking for a sweep.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Payakaroon working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Payakaroon working the head with strikes.
Hatfield is not content to let Payakaroon control the position.
Payakaroon controls the position.
Hatfield regains half guard.
Hatfield is positioning himself well to prevent Payakaroon advancing to mount.
Hatfield tries to get to full guard but Payakaroon has control of the leg. #T4#
Hatfield is not content to let Payakaroon control the position.
Hatfield keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Payakaroon throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Payakaroon trying to control from Hatfield's half guard. Hatfield has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Payakaroon trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Payakaroon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hatfield swivels though and keeps the full guard.
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 Devil Anse Hatfield 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#
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Payakaroon as he avoids it easily.
Hatfield throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Payakaroon.
A shot to the liver by Payakaroon. Beautiful body shot.
A jab from Hatfield misses.
Payakaroon moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hatfield's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Hatfield duly obliges.
Devil Anse Hatfield is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A combination from Hatfield does no damage.
Payakaroon scores with a one two! Hatfield had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sloppy strikes from Hatfield. Those never looked like landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Payakaroon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hatfield with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Payakaroon to score with a decent uppercut.
Payakaroon digs a good hook to Hatfield's body.
Hatfield swings for the body but Payakaroon moves out of range.
Hatfield throws a lazy uppercut
letting Payakaroon counter with a right hand.
Hatfield throws an overhand right that lands on Payakaroon's shoulder, as Payakaroon tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
Hatfield throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Payakaroon was covering up waiting for the punch and Hatfield finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T1#
Payakaroon managing to control the position.
Payakaroon looking to control.
Payakaroon wants to sweep but no luck.
Payakaroon avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Payakaroon working a defensive guard here.
Hatfield content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hatfield preventing the sweep.
Hatfield postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hatfield postures up in Payakaroon's guard and throws a big left but Payakaroon blocks it. #T2#
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.
Hatfield landing with the ground and pound.
Payakaroon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hatfield is one step ahead there.
Hatfield stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Payakaroon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Payakaroon bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hatfield's guard. #REVB#
Hatfield trying to keep a closed guard but Payakaroon is proving a slippery customer.
Payakaroon landing some decent shots from guard.
Payakaroon wants to control from the top but Hatfield keeps moving. #T3#
Payakaroon distracts Hatfield with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Payakaroon passes into half guard.
Payakaroon prevents Hatfield from improving his position.
Payakaroon keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hatfield gets back to full guard.
Hatfield looking for a sweep. Not yet Hatfield, not yet. #SUB#
Hatfield throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hatfield wants to hit a switch here but Payakaroon passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hatfield there! #T4#
Hatfield can't escape the position.
Payakaroon landing strikes, looking to finish!
Payakaroon controlling the pace for now.
Hatfield 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.
Payakaroon avoids the attempt from Hatfield to control.
Hatfield is looking to improve his position but Payakaroon isn't that keen on the idea.
Payakaroon has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Hatfield's face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Samart Payakaroon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hatfield throws a jab but it's blocked by Payakaroon.
Payakaroon throws out a counter right but Hatfield avoids it with no problem.
Nice shot lands for Payakaroon.
Payakaroon throws a good cross that connects.
Hatfield lands a nice shot to the body.
Payakaroon throws a head kick but Hatfield moves out of range.
Hatfield misses with an uppercut
and Payakaroon counters with a straight right hand.
Hatfield misses with a few strikes there.
Hatfield lands with a right hand.
Hatfield digs a good hook to Payakaroon's body.
Payakaroon misses with a body shot.
Hatfield gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Payakaroon counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Payakaroon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Samart Payakaroon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hatfield throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Payakaroon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Payakaroon is looking for the big counter here.#T1#
Hatfield misses with a looping left.
Hatfield stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Payakaroon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hatfield.
Hatfield looks to land a right hand but Payakaroon moved out of range.
Payakaroon digs a good body shot into Hatfield's ribs.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Payakaroon lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hatfield circles away quickly and effectively.
Payakaroon has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Hatfield throws a series of punches but Payakaroon avoids them all with ease.
Payakaroon lands with a hook. Hatfield tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hatfield with a lazy takedown attempt
and Payakaroon counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Devil Anse Hatfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hatfield takes one to the side of the head.
Some wild striking there from Payakaroon.
Hatfield swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Payakaroon tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Payakaroon misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Payakaroon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hatfield.
Payakaroon shapes to counter with a head kick.#T2#
Hatfield misses with a looping right.
Payakaroon steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Hatfield.
Hatfield with a poor takedown
and Payakaroon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Payakaroon tries to clinch but Hatfield is having none of it.
Hatfield misses with a hook.#TD2#
Payakaroon is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Hatfield's half guard.
Payakaroon controlling the pace.
Payakaroon wants to control but Hatfield is keeping him busy.
Payakaroon stalling.
Payakaroon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3##SUB#
Hatfield looking for submissions off his back.
Hatfield is doing well to control the position and prevent Payakaroon from advancing to side control.
Payakaroon trying to mount his opponent but Hatfield defends it.
Payakaroon controlling the action here.
Payakaroon trying to control from half guard but Hatfield is working away.
Payakaroon passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hatfield! #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Payakaroon tries to control but Hatfield wriggling away.
Hatfield keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hatfield is squirming around, avoiding Payakaroon's attempts to control the action.
Payakaroon content just to control the position here.
Payakaroon lands a big shot there that rocks Hatfield but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Samart Payakaroon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Payakaroon 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samart Payakaroon!

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

 

Event: Ascension 0114     
Date:   Jan 14, 2017
#R1#
Hatfield misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD2#
Ruden gets the takedown into side control.
Hatfield is looking for a sweep.
An elbow from Ruden crashes against the mat.
Ruden throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Ruden controlling the position.
Ruden passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Hatfield!
Ruden misses with a head shot.
Hatfield is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hatfield wants to hold on but Ruden pushes him away.
Hatfield keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ruden lands with some strikes.#T1#
Hatfield really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hatfield wants to hold on but Ruden pushes him away.
Hatfield throwing hammer fists to the chest of Ruden. What's that going to do exactly?
Ruden can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hatfield is looking to escape.
Hatfield sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hatfield has hold of Ruden's hands but Ruden slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Hatfield works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hatfield is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ruden wants to control from the top but Hatfield keeps moving. #T2#
Ruden lands a couple of elbows.
Hatfield wants to sweep but no luck.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hatfield holds on and takes a little breather.
Ruden in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hatfield is adopting a defensive guard.
Ruden trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hatfield keeping moving, preventing Ruden from controlling successfully. #T3#
Ruden is fighting to break Hatfield's control of his arms but Hatfield is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Hatfield is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hatfield sizes up Ruden with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT#
It looks like Joe Ruden has been cut.
Ruden throws a body punch but Hatfield moves out of range.
Hatfield misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ruden misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hatfield is looking to score with low kicks.
Ruden shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ruden blocks a jab.
Hatfield lands a nice hook to Ruden's body. Ruden takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hatfield swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ruden takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hatfield works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T4#
Hatfield throws a leg kick but Ruden checks it.
Ruden throws a head kick but Hatfield moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hatfield throws a low kick, looking for Ruden's leg but Ruden calmly moves out of range.
Ruden misses with a body shot.
Hatfield comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hatfield scores with a decent looking hook.
Hatfield misses with a hook.
Ruden steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hatfield.
Sloppy strikes from Hatfield. Those never looked like landing.
Ruden takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Hatfield throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ruden checks a leg kick.
Ruden with the counter takedown but Hatfield avoids it easily.
Ruden avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD2#
Ruden looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Hatfield tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hatfield working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ruden.
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 Devil Anse Hatfield will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joe Ruden's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Hatfield lands the left hand.
Hatfield shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hatfield fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Hatfield. #TD2#
Ruden scores with a takedown into Hatfield's guard.#SUB#
Ruden avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hatfield trying to control the position.
Joe Ruden has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ruden landing with the ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hatfield is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hatfield is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1##SUB#
Hatfield is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ruden defends well.
Ruden scoring with punches to the head and body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ruden preventing the sweep.
Hatfield keeping moving, preventing Ruden from controlling successfully.
Ruden is working Hatfield over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ruden lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hatfield seems keen to control Ruden's posture.#T2#
Ruden wants to control from the top but Hatfield keeps moving.
Hatfield utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ruden lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hatfield doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Hatfield preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hatfield has momentary wrist control but Ruden slips an elbow through the middle.
Hatfield pulls Ruden in close to prevent any damage.
Hatfield avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hatfield is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hatfield tries to bum rush Ruden with a series of wild strikes but Ruden uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ruden changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A big left from Hatfield misses. #T3#
Hatfield stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hatfield wants it to stay on the feet.
Hatfield misses with the combination.
Ruden stuffs the takedown.
Hatfield misses with a hook.
A low kick from Ruden is predictable there
and Hatfield counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Hatfield lands a slapping body shot.
Ruden looks to land a body kick but Hatfield moved away.
Hatfield shoots in but Ruden avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ruden throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Hatfield to counter with a crisp jab.
Ruden is breathing heavily.
Ruden takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT#
That has opened up Joe Ruden's cut even more.
Ruden misses with a leg kick.
Ruden ducks right into an uppercut from Hatfield.
Ruden scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Hatfield throws a jab when Ruden was well out of range.#T4#
Ruden looks for the body kick but Hatfield saw that one coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ruden showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hatfield.
Ruden changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
It looks like Hatfield has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Ruden just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Ruden does it's job there.
Ruden walks into a stiff left hand from Hatfield.
Hatfield chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ruden can pounce on him.
Ruden fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hatfield on the side of the head.
Hatfield uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ruden.
Ruden cracks Hatfield with an open hand slap.
Ruden lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ruden swings widly with a right hand
and Hatfield counters with a stiff right hand.
Hatfield fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ruden on the side of the head.
Hatfield lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ruden circles away quickly and effectively.
Ruden throws a looping overhand right but Hatfield ducks down to avoid it. #TD#
Hatfield scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Hatfield working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Devil Anse Hatfield dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Joe Ruden'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. And we move into the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Ruden decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Hatfield trying to control here. #SUB2#
Ruden is looking for a kimura here.
Hatfield is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ruden's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ruden's back!
Ruden staying busy and making it hard for Hatfield to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruden rolls, trying to escape but Hatfield keeps control of the position.
Ruden just trying to survive but Hatfield is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ruden takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Hatfield scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Hatfield punishes Ruden with strikes from the back mount. #SUB#
Hatfield is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Hatfield scores with punches and elbows. #CUT#
Joe Ruden's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Joe Ruden's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Devil Anse Hatfield!

 

Event: Ascension 1224     
Date:   Dec 24, 2016
#R1#
Breeze pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Breeze gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hatfield swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Hatfield misses with a two punch combination.
Hatfield sizes up Breeze with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Breeze shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hatfield as he jumps to the side.
Breeze misses with the combination.
Hatfield throws a leg kick
and Breeze counters with a series of strikes. Hatfield will be more careful next time no doubt.
Breeze tries to clinch but Hatfield moves out of range.
Breeze shoots in for a takedown but Hatfield shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hatfield fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Breeze on the side of the head.#TD#
Hatfield shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hatfield showed some decent athleticism there.
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!
Breeze is looking to improve his position.
Hatfield working Breeze over with strikes. #T1#
Hatfield missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Breeze trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hatfield is looking to take a break and control but Breeze is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Breeze looking for submissions off his back.
Breeze wants to control but Hatfield is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Breeze keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Breeze has hold of Hatfield's hands but Hatfield slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Breeze looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hatfield landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Hatfield is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Breeze defends it well.
Breeze has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hatfield is working away from the top position though.#T2##SUB2#
Breeze actively working from the bottom here.
Hatfield trying to control from half guard but Breeze is working away.
Breeze 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.#SUB2#
Breeze looking for submissions off his back.
Hatfield is trying to control. Breeze wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Breeze moves into full guard.
Hatfield postures up.
Hatfield landing with the ground and pound.
Breeze looking for a sweep. Not yet Breeze, not yet.
Breeze lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Breeze scoring with some ground and pound.
Breeze scoring with some ground and pound. #T3#
Breeze missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hatfield is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Breeze working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Breeze preventing the sweep.
Hatfield utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hatfield working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Breeze.
Hatfield is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Breeze is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Breeze is looking to work some ground and pound but Hatfield has wrist control.
Hatfield has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Breeze distracts Hatfield with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Breeze is in close to Hatfield's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Breeze cracks Hatfield with a solid left hand.
Breeze missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Breeze being controlled here momentarily.
Breeze connects with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Breeze with a nice head shot there.
Breeze is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hatfield is adopting a defensive guard.
Breeze postures up.
Hatfield 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.
Hatfield avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Breeze throws a big elbow that misses.
Breeze is in close to Hatfield's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Breeze in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Breeze throws a big elbow that misses.
Hatfield has momentary wrist control but Breeze slips an elbow through the middle.
Hatfield has momentary wrist control but Breeze slips an elbow through the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ben Breeze will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Breeze shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hatfield defends it nicely.
Breeze shoots in for a double leg but Hatfield sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Breeze closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Hatfield fails to land with a series of punches.
And Breeze tries to counter it with a takedown but Hatfield pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hatfield blocks a head kick by Breeze. #TD2#
Breeze drives through with a takedown into guard.
Hatfield looking for a sweep. Not yet Hatfield, not yet.
Breeze lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hatfield is trying to control the position but Breeze postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Breeze working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Breeze postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hatfield is trying to keep Breeze in close.
Hatfield 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.#T1##SUB#
Breeze got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hatfield has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Breeze has managed to get both his arms back between Hatfield's legs - danger averted.
Hatfield bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Breeze's guard. #REVR#
Breeze bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hatfield's guard. #REVB#
Hatfield avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hatfield working a defensive guard here.
Breeze stands up over Hatfield, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Breeze throws an elbow that misses. Hatfield uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Breeze's guard. Nice move by Hatfield!#REVR#
Hatfield preventing the sweep.
Breeze manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hatfield manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Hatfield is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Breeze with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2#
Breeze scoring with some ground and pound.
Hatfield working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Breeze.
Breeze content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hatfield is on top in guard. #REVR#
Hatfield trying to control but Breeze is working from the bottom.
Breeze manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hatfield manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Breeze postures up in Hatfield's guard and throws a big left but Hatfield blocks it.
Hatfield is controlling Breeze's posture.
Breeze postures up.
Breeze lands a couple of digs.#T3#
Breeze stands up over Hatfield, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Breeze in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Breeze is in close to Hatfield's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Breeze looking to sit in guard and control but Hatfield gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Hatfield landing with the ground and pound.
Hatfield in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hatfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Breeze is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Breeze is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Breeze looking for a guillotine here but Hatfield defends easily.
Hatfield works over Breeze with some ground and pound from guard.
Breeze has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
Breeze keeping moving, preventing Hatfield from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Breeze is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Breeze is looking for a triangle but Hatfield pushes his legs off easily.
Hatfield scoring with some ground and pound.
Breeze wants to sweep but no luck.
Hatfield works over Breeze with some ground and pound from guard.
Hatfield lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Breeze looking for a guillotine here but Hatfield defends easily.
Breeze 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.
Hatfield lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Breeze looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ben Breeze will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Hatfield bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Breeze's head.#TD#
Hatfield shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Breeze's guard.
Hatfield stands up over Breeze, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hatfield working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Breeze's head.
Hatfield wants to control from the top but Breeze keeps moving.
Hatfield is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Breeze is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hatfield postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hatfield with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2#
Breeze throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Breeze 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.
Hatfield lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Breeze keeping moving, preventing Hatfield from controlling successfully.
Hatfield scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Breeze is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Breeze doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #SUB2#
Breeze looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Hatfield got a little sloppy there for a moment and Breeze has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hatfield has managed to get both his arms back between Breeze's legs - danger averted.
Breeze takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hatfield is working Breeze over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Breeze 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#
Breeze landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hatfield is trying to maintain the position but Breeze is very close to passing his half guard.
Hatfield wants to improve his position but Breeze is controlling well. #T2#
Breeze landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hatfield moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hatfield looking to hit a scissor sweep but Breeze is one step ahead there.
Hatfield pulls Breeze in to control the position.
Hatfield trying to keep a closed guard but Breeze is proving a slippery customer.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Breeze's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Breeze working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hatfield tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Breeze with a flurry of punches that miss.
Breeze is working Hatfield over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Breeze works over Hatfield with some ground and pound from guard.
Devil Anse Hatfield has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Breeze accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Breeze loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Breeze with a flurry of punches that miss.
Breeze landing with the ground and pound.
Hatfield looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hatfield preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Breeze working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Breeze loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Breeze slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Breeze is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hatfield defends it well.
Hatfield is trying to get back to full guard.
Ben Breeze is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Breeze looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hatfield is trying to get back to full guard.
Hatfield moves into full guard. #SUB#
Hatfield is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Breeze is aware though and is defending well.
Breeze is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Hatfield working a defensive guard here.
Hatfield wants to stand but Breeze is controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Breeze scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Breeze is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ben Breeze.
I've got Breeze 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ben Breeze!

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

 

Event: Ascension 1109     
Date:   Nov 09, 2016
#R1#
McLauglin cracks Hatfield with an open hand slap.
A jab from McLauglin misses.
Hatfield was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McLauglin throws a half hearted mid kick.
McLauglin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McLauglin walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hatfield checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McLauglin throws a series of punches but Hatfield avoids them all with ease.
Hatfield tries to counter with a takedown but McLauglin is quick to defend against it.
McLauglin defending well as Hatfield loads up on a big left hand.
McLauglin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hatfield sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McLauglin throws a right hand that misses
letting Hatfield counter with a right hand.
The fighters circling - McLauglin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hatfield drops down looking for a counter takedown but McLauglin sprawls and moves away.
Devil Anse Hatfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McLauglin connects with a crisp jab.
Hatfield misses the shot to the body.
Hatfield scores with a jab.
Hatfield keeps the fight on the outside.
A quick step to the side and Hatfield tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McLauglin misses with a wild body shot.
Hatfield moves out of range as McLauglin strikes.
Hatfield went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hatfield throws a leg kick but McLauglin sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hatfield misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1#
Hatfield connects with a single shot there.
McLauglin throws a body shot but no joy.
Edward McLauglin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hatfield avoids the body shot from McLauglin.
Hatfield is looking to counter punch.
McLauglin scores with a nice strike.
Hatfield misses with a takedown
and McLauglin counters with a straight right hand.
McLauglin motions for Hatfield to come forward. McLauglin throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Hatfield gets tackled into the cage by McLauglin. McLauglin maintains the clinch.
Hatfield goes for a takedown in the clinch but McLauglin prevents it.
McLauglin connects with a nasty looking knee right to Hatfield's face.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McLauglin.
Hatfield avoiding damage as McLauglin throws knees to the body.
Hatfield lands with a left to the head.
McLauglin presses Hatfield against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McLauglin looking to stall.
McLauglin looking to slow down the pace here.
McLauglin swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McLauglin pushes off an throws an elbow but Hatfield leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
McLauglin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McLauglin lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
McLauglin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McLauglin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hatfield blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
McLauglin blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Hatfield tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Devil Anse Hatfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McLauglin misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Hatfield jumps guard.
McLauglin wants to control from the top but Hatfield keeps moving. #SUB#
Hatfield escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McLauglin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hatfield trying to keep a closed guard but McLauglin is proving a slippery customer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hatfield is on top in guard. #REVR##T3#
Hatfield trying to control the position from guard on top but McLauglin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McLauglin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hatfield throwing strikes from guard but McLauglin blocks nicely.
McLauglin told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Hatfield wants to pass the guard but McLauglin is keeping the position.
McLauglin pulls Hatfield in close to his closed guard and prevents Hatfield from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hatfield preventing the sweep.
McLauglin wants to get back to his feet but Hatfield is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McLauglin wants to sweep here but Hatfield controlling him for the moment.
Hatfield throwing strikes but missing.
Hatfield stands and throws McLauglin's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Hatfield wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by McLauglin, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hatfield trying to control the position but McLauglin is working away.
McLauglin sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edward McLauglin dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Hatfield misses with a double jab
and McLauglin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hatfield wants to slow McLauglin down by chopping away at his legs.
McLauglin delivers a nice body kick.
McLauglin throws a head kick that misses.
McLauglin misses with a hook.
McLauglin slips a straight right by Hatfield.
It seemed like McLauglin was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hatfield misses with a looping right.
Devil Anse Hatfield is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McLauglin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hatfield circles away quickly and effectively.
McLauglin misses with an uppercut. Hatfield saw that one coming.
McLauglin digs a good hook to Hatfield's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McLauglin throws a jab but it's blocked by Hatfield.
Hatfield throws a series of punches but McLauglin avoids them all with ease.
McLauglin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McLauglin lands a head kick. Hatfield smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Hatfield misses with a looping right.
A big right from Hatfield misses. #T1#
Hatfield throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McLauglin counters with a nice low kick that buckles Hatfield's knee momentarily.
Hatfield fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McLauglin scores with a hook.
Hatfield takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Hatfield tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McLauglin is able to avoid easily.
Hatfield digs a good hook to McLauglin's body.
An inside leg kick lands from McLauglin.
McLauglin scores with a shot to the body.
Hatfield looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hatfield drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
McLauglin tries to clinch up.
McLauglin checks a leg kick nicely.
McLauglin tries to clinch up but Hatfield circles away and keeps his distance.
Hatfield steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McLauglin.
Hatfield misses the jab.
Hatfield swings and misses with a shot to the body
and McLauglin counters with a right hand to the body. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
McLauglin closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hatfield creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
McLauglin's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
McLauglin lands a right hand.
McLauglin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hatfield missing with knees to the body.
A short uppercut from McLauglin.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hatfield.
McLauglin on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Hatfield is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
McLauglin misses with a punch on the inside.
McLauglin lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
Hatfield has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McLauglin avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
McLauglin scores with a nice hook to the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hatfield.
Hatfield's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McLauglin lands with a light punch inside.
McLauglin managing to block the knees to the body from Hatfield. #T3#
McLauglin slows down the pace here.
McLauglin gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hatfield.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Devil Anse Hatfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McLauglin pushes Hatfield back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hatfield managing to block the knees to the body from McLauglin. #TD#
Hatfield successfully pulls guard.
Hatfield has a closed guard, preventing McLauglin from standing up.
Hatfield keeping moving, preventing McLauglin from controlling successfully. #SU2#
McLauglin stands up and waves to Hatfield to follow him.
McLauglin throws a leg kick but Hatfield sees it coming and checks it nicely.
McLauglin missing with a left hand there. Hatfield was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McLauglin's corner calls for a 1-2. McLauglin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T4#
A slow jab from McLauglin misses its intended target.
McLauglin looks to land a right hand but Hatfield moved out of range.
Hatfield throws a series of punches but McLauglin moves out of range.
McLauglin looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice body punch from McLauglin.
McLauglin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hatfield will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A slow jab from McLauglin misses its intended target.
Hatfield throwing a counter right hand but McLauglin manages to avoid it.
A left and a right from Hatfield both land. Nice combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hatfield fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McLauglin looks to throw the jab but Hatfield is out of range.
McLauglin is looking to clinch but Hatfield is avoiding it.
Hatfield punishes McLauglin's body with a nice straight punch.
McLauglin lands an overhand right.
Hatfield misses with a low kick.
McLauglin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hatfield moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Edward McLauglin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
McLauglin cracks Hatfield with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McLauglin pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hatfield throws the left hand but McLauglin avoids the punch easily.
Hatfield misses with a looping right.
McLauglin is looking for the big counter here.
Nice takedown defense from McLauglin. No joy for Hatfield on that attempt.
McLauglin slips a jab from Hatfield.#CL2#
McLauglin rushes Hatfield and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
McLauglin blocking some punches.
McLauglin effectively controlling the action here.
McLauglin scores with a shoulder strike.
McLauglin trying to stall but Hatfield improves his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McLauglin lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
Hatfield misses with a punch to the body.
Hatfield swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McLauglin utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
McLauglin lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hatfield backwards.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as McLauglin takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
McLauglin throws an elbow but it's blocked.
McLauglin lands with a left to the head.
McLauglin lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
McLauglin softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
McLauglin with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A quick uppercut on the inside from McLauglin.
The referee calls for McLauglin to work.
Hatfield throws a head punch that misses.
McLauglin is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Hatfield can't get the takedown.
The referee calls for McLauglin to work.
Knees to the body from McLauglin.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
McLauglin is looking to control Hatfield's arms but Hatfield gets an underhook and turns him. Now McLauglin has his back to the cage.
McLauglin is trying to slow the pace down but that's a couple of times in a row that he's tried to get underhooks and Hatfield has denied him.#T2#
McLauglin taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Edward McLauglin.
McLauglin wants to clinch.
Edward McLauglin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
McLauglin slips a jab from Hatfield.
Hatfield tries for a takedown but McLauglin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Devil Anse Hatfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hatfield misses with an uppercut
and McLauglin counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hatfield walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McLauglin 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 Hatfield has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hatfield and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McLauglin connects with a jab.
Hatfield misses with a jab, cross combination.
Edward McLauglin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McLauglin digs a good body shot into Hatfield's ribs.
McLauglin misses with a body shot.
McLauglin scores with a spinning back kick!
Hatfield looks to score with a jab to the body but McLauglin is just out of range.
A little jabbing left from McLauglin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Devil Anse Hatfield has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
McLauglin connects with a body shot.
Hatfield swinging wildly here.
Hatfield throws a shot from downtown. McLauglin moves away and avoids it.
McLauglin works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL2#
McLauglin clinches up against the cage.
Hatfield tries a body shot but McLauglin blocks it.
Hatfield changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McLauglin fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hatfield on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
McLauglin scores with a jab.
McLauglin has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Hatfield lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McLauglin circles away quickly and effectively.
McLauglin pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T4#
Hatfield rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McLauglin counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
McLauglin throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hatfield's head.
McLauglin misses with a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hatfield throws a body shot but no joy.
McLauglin throws a shot to the body.
Hatfield looks to land a left hand but McLauglin moved out of range nicely.
Hatfield jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McLauglin showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hatfield.
Hatfield takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hatfield swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McLauglin.
McLauglin moves out of range as Hatfield strikes.
McLauglin replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hatfield blocks it well.
Hatfield rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McLauglin counters with a good low kick that Hatfield was not able to check.

And that's the end of the fight!
Edward McLauglin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got McLauglin 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edward McLauglin!

Edward McLauglin gave a mention to Perkele! in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: Ascension 101     
Date:   Oct 01, 2016
#R1#
Hatfield checks a low kick from Jung.
Sungwon Jung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jung moves away from the strike by Hatfield.
A big left from Hatfield misses.
Jung throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jung slips a straight right by Hatfield.
Jung tried to score with a low kick but Hatfield checks it.
It looked like Hatfield wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jung ducks under a wild hook from Hatfield.
Hatfield connects with a right hand. Jung shakes it off.
Hatfield ducks right into an uppercut from Jung.
Jung throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hatfield scores with a body shot.
Hatfield seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Jung swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hatfield.
Hatfield getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hatfield connects with a looping right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hatfield scoring well with a low kick there. #TD#
Hatfield looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jung seems keen to control Hatfield's posture.
Let's hope that Jung 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.#T1#
Jung manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hatfield manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Hatfield controls Jung momentarily but Jung frees himself.
Jung is looking to work some ground and pound but Hatfield has wrist control.
Hatfield utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Jung wants to pass the guard but Hatfield is keeping the position.
Hatfield is trying to keep Jung in close.
Hatfield controlling the position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Jung trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jung in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jung stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hatfield swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Hatfield had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jung defends it easily.
Jung wants to control from the top but Hatfield keeps moving.
Jung stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hatfield swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jung postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hatfield looking to control.
Jung looking to pass the guard. #T3##SUB#
Hatfield looking for a guillotine here but Jung defends easily.
Hatfield keeping moving, preventing Jung from controlling successfully.
Jung looking to sit in guard and control but Hatfield gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hatfield wants to pass the guard but Jung is keeping the position.
Hatfield throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jung works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jung keeping moving, preventing Hatfield from controlling successfully.
Jung is trying to control the position but Hatfield postures up. #T4#
Hatfield working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hatfield won't allow Jung to sweep him here.
Hatfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Jung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jung tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jung controlling the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Jung avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jung is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jung tries a low kick but Hatfield avoids it.
Hatfield throws a solid leg kick but Jung takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hatfield.
Hatfield tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jung swivels and escapes.
Hatfield moves out of range of the strikes.
A big right from Hatfield misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Devil Anse Hatfield 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#
Hatfield is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jung ducks under a wild hook from Hatfield.
A telegraphed right hand from Hatfield misses the target.
Jung feints the counter takedown.
Hatfield misses with a leg kick.
A nice combination there by Hatfield.
Nice uppercut there from Hatfield.
Hatfield connects with a single shot there.
Hatfield moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Devil Anse Hatfield is winning the standup battle so far.
Jung misses with a looping left.
Hatfield changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jung has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Hatfield bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hatfield is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jung sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hatfield is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jung can do to turn this around?#TD#
Jung gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Hatfield to score an easy takedown into full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hatfield missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hatfield is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Jung bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hatfield's guard. #REVB#
Hatfield looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1#
Jung wants to control from the top but Hatfield keeps moving.
Jung must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hatfield wants to sweep here but Jung controlling him for the moment.
Jung makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jung cracks Hatfield with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Hatfield throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jung throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Jung got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hatfield has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jung has managed to get both his arms back between Hatfield's legs - danger averted.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hatfield has momentary wrist control but Jung slips an elbow through the middle.
Jung throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hatfield works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jung throws a big right hand that misses.
Hatfield is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hatfield is controlling Jung's posture.
Jung is pushing down on Hatfield's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hatfield is fighting to maintain full guard but Jung has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Hatfield actively working from the bottom here.
Jung sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hatfield defending well though.
Hatfield is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jung working the head and body with strikes. #T3#
Jung stops Hatfield from getting back to his feet.
Jung lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Jung is stalling here. Hatfield is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Jung seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hatfield has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Jung is trying to control Hatfield's posture but Hatfield avoids it.
Jung taking a bit of punishment here - Hatfield scoring with strikes. #SUB#
Hatfield tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hatfield has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Hatfield tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hatfield has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jung is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hatfield off and has taken his back!#T4#
Hatfield rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hatfield wants to get back to full guard.
Hatfield works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jung throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hatfield works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hatfield looking to control.
Jung looking to pass the guard.
Jung missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Jung sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Hatfield doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Jung paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Hatfield - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Devil Anse Hatfield!
In defeat, Sungwon Jung stepped up to the mic, saying 'I dunno, I'll be better next time. These bad decisions are hurting me.'.

 

Event: Kilo 2 Collins V Nascimento     
Date:   Aug 06, 2016
#R1#
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown but Bezoink shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hatfield closes the distance and clinches up with Bezoink, looking for a takedown. Hatfield pushes Bezoink against the cage but Bezoink circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bezoink appears to be looking for a big counter.
Hatfield jabs Bezoink to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hatfield looks to land a left hand but Bezoink moved out of range nicely.
Hatfield missing with a left hand there. Bezoink was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bezoink pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Hatfield back to the cage. Bezoink follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Hatfield 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.
Bezoink falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hatfield counters with a straight right hand.
Hatfield takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hatfield rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bezoink counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Hatfield shoots in and bounces Bezoink off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Bezoink 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#
Hatfield is controlling Bezoink's trapped leg to prevent Bezoink from advancing to side control.
Bezoink 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#
Bezoink throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hatfield trying to hold on to Bezoink's head to control him but Bezoink postures up.
Bezoink working the head and body with strikes.
Bezoink throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hatfield preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Bezoink not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hatfield is trying to get back to full guard.
Bezoink not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hatfield controlling the position well.
Hatfield tries to roll over but Bezoink keeps him under control.#T2#
Bezoink lands with a punch from half guard.
Hatfield has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bezoink is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Hatfield looking for submissions off his back.
Hatfield trying to hold on to Bezoink's head to control him but Bezoink postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hatfield gets back to full guard.
Bezoink throws a big right hand that misses.
Hatfield wants to sweep but no luck.
Bezoink has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hatfield preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bezoink accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bezoink throws a strike but Hatfield rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T3##SUB2#
Hatfield drops back looking for a leg! Bezoink is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bezoink manages to kick Hatfield off! Hatfield jumps back into Bezoink's guard.
Bezoink keeping full guard, as Hatfield tries to pass.
Hatfield loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hatfield is looking to work some ground and pound but Bezoink has wrist control.
Bezoink trying to control the position.
Hatfield engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bezoink manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hatfield manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T4#
Hatfield tries to land a sweep but no joy.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bezoink accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hatfield has Bezoink pulled in close to control his posture.
Bezoink working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bezoink throwing strikes from guard but Hatfield blocks nicely.
Bezoink throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hatfield works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hatfield pulls Bezoink in to control the position. #SUB2#
Hatfield is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bezoink defends well.
Hatfield looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bezoink throws a big elbow that misses.
Bezoink missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ernie Bezoink dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Bezoink scoring well with a low kick there.
Bezoink uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hatfield.
Bezoink tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hatfield is looking for the big counter here.
Hatfield blocks a leg kick.
No luck for Hatfield with that takedown attempt.
As Hatfield looks to move away, Bezoink throws a big counter combo but Hatfield just gets out of the way.
Ernie Bezoink is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hatfield takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bezoink will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bezoink is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hatfield can do to turn this around?
Bezoink tries to bum rush Hatfield with a series of wild strikes but Hatfield uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bezoink ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bezoink lands a jab-cross combination.
Hatfield gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bezoink.
Hatfield fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bezoink misses with a leg kick. #T1#
Bezoink walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hatfield checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bezoink ducks under a wild hook from Hatfield.
Hatfield thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bezoink swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bezoink falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hatfield cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hatfield throws a hook to the side of Bezoink's head but Bezoink sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
As Hatfield looks to move away, Bezoink throws a big counter combo but Hatfield just gets out of the way.
Bezoink lands with a nice combination. Hatfield backs away looking to recover.
An inside leg kick lands from Hatfield.
Bezoink slips under a jab.
Hatfield misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bezoink takes a swing at Hatfield's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hatfield! But no joy.
Bezoink stalks Hatfield and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Hatfield's face. Hatfield staggers backwards, shaken.#T2#
Bezoink slips under a jab.
Bezoink scoring well with a low kick there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bezoink keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ernie Bezoink has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Devil Anse Hatfield.
Bezoink throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hatfield misses with a looping left.
Hatfield darts in looking for a takedown but Bezoink gets double underhooks and turns Hatfield into the cage.
Hatfield is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Hatfield is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hatfield 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.
Hatfield tries to close the distance and clinch but Bezoink swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bezoink fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Good shot there by Hatfield.
Good work by Bezoink as he checks the leg kick.
Bezoink on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hatfield throws a looping overhand right but Bezoink ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Bezoink slips a jab and a cross from Hatfield.
It looked like Bezoink was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bezoink stuns Hatfield with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Hatfield throws an overhand right that lands on Bezoink's shoulder, as Bezoink tries to avoid the shot.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bezoink but Bezoink pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Hatfield throws a series of punches but Bezoink moves out of range.
Hatfield tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bezoink defends well and Hatfield ends up having to push Bezoink into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hatfield lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bezoink circles away quickly and effectively.
Bezoink throws a big counter combination but Hatfield scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bezoink misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hatfield looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bezoink is looking for a counter combo.
Hatfield stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bezoink.
Bezoink throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hatfield. #T4#
Hatfield keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hatfield fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bezoink manages to avoid it.
Bezoink misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hatfield is looking to clinch.
Bezoink throws a series of punches but Hatfield avoids them all with ease.
Bezoink throws a low kick, looking for Hatfield's leg but Hatfield calmly moves out of range.
No joy there for Hatfield, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bezoink cracks Hatfield with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bezoink throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bezoink misses with a double jab.
Bezoink takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CL2#
Hatfield gets a clinch.
Bezoink has had enough of the clinch but Hatfield keeps him there for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ernie Bezoink dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R3#
Bezoink throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Hatfield counter with a right hand.
Bezoink lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hatfield's sensitive parts.
Bezoink misses with a leg kick.
And Hatfield tries to counter it with a takedown but Bezoink pushes his down on his head and steps out.
No joy there for Bezoink, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hatfield looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hatfield scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bezoink looks to land a combination but Hatfield avoids it well.
Hatfield throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bezoink misses with a two punch combination.
Hatfield feints the counter takedown.
Devil Anse Hatfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bezoink tries to move into range but Hatfield moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bezoink pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bezoink slips a jab from Hatfield.#T1#
Bezoink misses with a combination #TD2#
and Hatfield decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bezoink's guard.
Ernie Bezoink overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hatfield landing with the ground and pound.
Bezoink knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hatfield on the ground.
Hatfield chips away with some ground and pound.
Hatfield content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Bezoink looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hatfield wants to pass the guard but Bezoink is keeping the position.
Bezoink is trying to control the position but Hatfield postures up.
Hatfield trying to control but Bezoink is working from the bottom.
Hatfield stopping the sweep attempt from Bezoink.#T2##SUB2#
Hatfield drops back looking for a leg! Bezoink is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bezoink manages to kick Hatfield off! Hatfield jumps back into Bezoink's guard.
Hatfield stays in close to Bezoink's body and controls the position.
Hatfield won't allow Bezoink to sweep him here.
Hatfield sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bezoink wants to sweep here but Hatfield controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Bezoink is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hatfield pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bezoink is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Hatfield lands with a right hand.
Ernie Bezoink is winning the standup battle so far.
Bezoink on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL2#
Hatfield instigates a clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hatfield creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Hatfield gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Hatfield thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bezoink's head.
Hatfield trying to pass the guard but Bezoink defending well.
Hatfield sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Bezoink is looking to improve his position. #T4#
Bezoink makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bezoink.
Bezoink working a defensive guard here.
Hatfield slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hatfield trying to control but Bezoink is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bezoink has momentary wrist control but Hatfield slips an elbow through the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Devil Anse Hatfield really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Bezoink dodges the punch combination from Hatfield.
As Hatfield looks to move away, Bezoink throws a big counter combo but Hatfield just gets out of the way.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bezoink checks a leg kick.
Bezoink lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Bezoink misses with a two punch combination.
Bezoink backing away here, and Hatfield unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Hatfield fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hatfield's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bezoink under the eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield defending well as Bezoink loads up on a big left hand.
Hatfield fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Hatfield fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Bezoink to the ground. Hatfield is now in Bezoink's guard.#T1#
Hatfield postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hatfield works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Bezoink looks like he's trying to stand up.
Hatfield throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hatfield landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bezoink is trying to maintain the position but Hatfield is very close to passing his half guard.
Hatfield wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bezoink keeps working.
Bezoink taking some punishment here, with Hatfield in his half guard.
Bezoink is not content to let Hatfield control the position.#T2#
Hatfield is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Hatfield trying to control from half guard but Bezoink is working away. #ES#
Bezoink kicks off Hatfield and gets to his feet.
Bezoink pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Some wild striking there from Bezoink.
Hatfield appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bezoink misses with a left hand
and Hatfield cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bezoink takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hatfield goes for a double leg but Bezoink avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bezoink continues to drive forward.
Bezoink seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Ernie Bezoink has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Devil Anse Hatfield.
Hatfield avoids the head kick by Bezoink.
Hatfield tried to score with a low kick but Bezoink checks it.#T3#
Hatfield takes one to the chin there.
Hatfield swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bezoink is looking for a counter combo.#CL2#
Hatfield rushes Bezoink and presses him up against the cage.
A short right from Bezoink on the inside.
Come on Bezoink - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Bezoink prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hatfield lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hatfield lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Bezoink manages to break the clinch.
Hatfield misses with the combination. #TD2#
Hatfield throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bezoink tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hatfield is in Bezoink's guard.#T4#
Bezoink wants to sweep here but Hatfield controlling him for the moment.
Bezoink controlling Hatfield's posture.
Hatfield throws a big elbow that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hatfield throwing strikes but missing.
Hatfield wants to control from the top but Bezoink keeps moving.
Hatfield is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hatfield with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hatfield trying to control but Bezoink is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Devil Anse Hatfield dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Hatfield throws a looping overhand right but Bezoink ducks down to avoid it.
Bezoink tries to work over Hatfield's front leg with a kick but Hatfield checks it.
Bezoink is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bezoink misses with a double jab.
Hatfield tries to close the distance and clinch but Bezoink swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
Hatfield closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bezoink is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hatfield's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hatfield's back!
Hatfield avoids the strikes from Bezoink.
Bezoink has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Hatfield.
Bezoink struggling to land strikes to the head as Hatfield covers up.
Hatfield trying to control the action but Bezoink just sinks the hooks in.
Bezoink missing with strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bezoink thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Bezoink has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Hatfield. #T1#
Hatfield covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Hatfield turns into Bezoink and is now in his guard.
Hatfield postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hatfield scoring with some ground and pound.
Hatfield 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.
Hatfield lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hatfield pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bezoink is keeping the position for now.
Bezoink has control of Hatfield's left arm, preventing Hatfield from doing any damage.
Hatfield connects with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Bezoink keeping moving, preventing Hatfield from controlling successfully.
Bezoink wants to sweep here but Hatfield controlling him for the moment.
Hatfield is looking to work some ground and pound but Bezoink has wrist control.
Bezoink avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hatfield content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hatfield postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Bezoink is looking to sweep but instead, Hatfield has passed into half guard.
Hatfield is looking to take a break and control but Bezoink is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hatfield lands strikes from half guard.#T3#
Bezoink keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Hatfield is looking to take a break and control but Bezoink is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bezoink wants to improve his position but Hatfield is controlling well.
Hatfield thows a huge punch but Bezoink dodges it nicely.
Hatfield works his way into side control.
Hatfield tries to advance to mount but can't.
Bezoink manages to get back to half guard.
Hatfield scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T4#
Hatfield thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Hatfield takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Bezoink taking some punishment here, with Hatfield in his half guard.
Hatfield lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bezoink tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Hatfield has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Hatfield with a couple of short strikes.
Hatfield lands a couple of good shots and Bezoink has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Bezoink is taking damage to the body and head.
Bezoink wants to escape the position.
Hatfield lands with a hammerfist to the side of Bezoink's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Devil Anse Hatfield comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hatfield 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 47:48
Judge Josh West scores the fight 47:48
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Devil Anse Hatfield!

Devil Anse Hatfield is the new light heavyweight champion!

 

Event: SP-ICON:Corozzo V.S. Harris     
Date:   Jun 25, 2016
#R1#
Hatfield lands a two punch combo.
Devil Anse Hatfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good standup being displayed there by Hatfield as he connects with a hook.
Riccuito scores with a head kick.
Riccuito walks into a jab.
Riccuito defending well as Hatfield loads up on a big left hand.
Riccuito tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hatfield paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hatfield doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Riccuito avoids the body shot from Hatfield.
Hatfield fails to land with a series of punches.
Hatfield throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Riccuito jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Riccuito uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hatfield.
Riccuito takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Riccuito moves out of range of the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hatfield throws a jab but it's blocked by Riccuito.
Riccuito just misses with a punch to the body.
Riccuito keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Riccuito was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Hatfield swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD2#
Hatfield gets a takedown into half guard.
Hatfield seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hatfield thows a huge punch but Riccuito dodges it nicely.
Hatfield is looking to take a break and control but Riccuito is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Riccuito avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hatfield. #SUB2#
Hatfield seems to be working for a kimura but Riccuito defends the submission attempt.#T2#
Hatfield throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Riccuito is looking for a sweep. Hatfield is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hatfield tries to pass the half guard into mount. Riccuito knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hatfield seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hatfield is keen to just control but Riccuito is a slippery customer.
Hatfield missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Hatfield trying to control the action but Riccuito is working from the bottom. #T3#
Hatfield works his way into side control.
Hatfield working away.
The ground and pound from Hatfield seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Hatfield throws a strike aimed at the side of Riccuito's head but Riccuito avoids it well.
Hatfield tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Riccuito stops Hatfield from passing to mount.
You can see the frustration on Riccuito's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hatfield 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. #T4#
A lull in the action here.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Riccuito takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Hatfield connects with a body shot that sends Riccuito's belly button to the back.
Riccuito throws a hook but Hatfield blocks it.
Hatfield cracks Riccuito with an open hand slap.
Riccuito throws a head kick but Hatfield moves out of range.
Riccuito slips a straight right by Hatfield.
Riccuito throwing a counter right hand but Hatfield manages to avoid it.
Riccuito uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hatfield misses with a low kick as Riccuito jumps back.
Riccuito on the wrong end of a nice jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Devil Anse Hatfield dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Hatfield works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Hatfield misses with a hook. Riccuito ducked under it nicely.
Riccuito moves out of range as Hatfield strikes.
Riccuito is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Riccuito fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hatfield manages to avoid it.#CL#
Riccuito clinches up against the cage.
Riccuito gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hatfield.
Riccuito prevents Hatfield from breaking the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Riccuito looking to slow down the pace here.
I was talking to Riccuito's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
With the fighters up against the cage, Riccuito throws an elbow but misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Riccuito.
Hatfield tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Hatfield can't break the clinch.
Hatfield wants to break the clinch but can't.
Hatfield looking to slow down the pace here.
Hatfield is working for takedown but Riccuito is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hatfield is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Riccuito pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Mark Riccuito has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Devil Anse Hatfield.
Riccuito wants to stall.
Riccuito has Hatfield pressed against the cage, preventing Hatfield from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Hatfield breaks from the clinch.
Mark Riccuito is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hatfield fails with a takedown attempt.
Hatfield listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T2#
Hatfield scores with a jab to the head.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Riccuito lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Devil Anse Hatfield seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A big right from Hatfield misses.
Hatfield tries to bum rush Riccuito with a series of wild strikes but Riccuito uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hatfield or perhaps it was just good defense by Riccuito, which made it look bad.
Riccuito stuffs the takedown attempt from Hatfield. Hatfield gets slowly back to his feet.
Hatfield misses with a hook.
Hatfield misses with a few strikes there.
Riccuito throws a counter high kick but Hatfield was just alert enough to avoid it.
Hatfield on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hatfield throws a looping overhand right but Riccuito ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Riccuito moves out of range as Hatfield strikes.
Hatfield scores with a nice right hand.
Hatfield lands with an overhand left.
Riccuito misses with a leg kick.
And Hatfield tries to counter it with a takedown but Riccuito pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hatfield fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Riccuito manages to avoid it.
Hatfield pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And Riccuito counters with a quick kick to the body but Hatfield blocks it.
Hatfield misses the shot to the body.
Riccuito throws a low kick but Hatfield avoids it.
Hatfield swings for the body but Riccuito moves out of range.
Hatfield is trying hard to land a takedown here. Riccuito sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hatfield misses with a straight left.
It looked like Riccuito wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hatfield throws a body punch but Riccuito moves out of range. #T4#
Hatfield takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hatfield has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Riccuito jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Hatfield takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hatfield rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Riccuito counters with a nice uppercut.
Hatfield tries to bum rush Riccuito with a series of wild strikes but Riccuito uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hatfield misses with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Hatfield shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Hatfield has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hatfield not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Riccuito is defending against the submission attempts here by Hatfield. #SUB2#
Hatfield seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Devil Anse Hatfield will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hatfield takes a swing at Riccuito's ribcage but misses.
Riccuito tries to counter by clinching up but Hatfield breaks away and moves out of range.
Riccuito throws a hook to the side of Hatfield's head but Hatfield sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Riccuito throws a leg kick which misses Hatfield's front leg but catches the back leg as Hatfield tries to avoid it.
Hatfield's jab looks to have found its range, popping Riccuito under the eye.
Hatfield checks a low kick from Riccuito.
Riccuito staying out of range there.
Hatfield ducks under a wild hook from Riccuito.
Hatfield misses with a jab, cross combination.
Riccuito uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hatfield.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Hatfield misses its intended target.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Riccuito, right into the meat.
Riccuito misses the shot to the body.
Riccuito looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Hatfield throws a jab but it's blocked by Riccuito.
A slow jab from Hatfield misses its intended target.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Riccuito sprawls well. Riccuito wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hatfield gets slowly back to his feet.
Riccuito quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Riccuito lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hatfield stalks Riccuito and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Riccuito's face. Riccuito staggers backwards, shaken.
Hatfield throws a body shot but no joy.
Hatfield lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hatfield throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Riccuito. #T2#
Hatfield swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Riccuito is looking to counter with a body kick.
Riccuito lands a nice shot to the body.
Hatfield throws a right and a left that Riccuito avoids nicely.
Hatfield closes the distance and clinches up with Riccuito, looking for a takedown. Hatfield pushes Riccuito against the cage but Riccuito circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hatfield loads up on a big right hand but Riccuito slips the punch.
Hatfield with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Riccuito to score with a decent uppercut.
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!
Hatfield keeps the fight on the outside.
Hatfield throws a looping overhand right but Riccuito ducks down to avoid it.
Mark Riccuito has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hatfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Riccuito.
A chopping leg kick lands by Riccuito.
Good exchange - Hatfield coming out on top.
Hatfield shoots in for a takedown but Riccuito shows good takedown defense.
Mark Riccuito has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Devil Anse Hatfield.#T3#
Riccuito keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hatfield.
Hatfield clobbers Riccuito with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hatfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Riccuito.
Hatfield moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Riccuito pivots, looking for a leg kick but Hatfield is out of range and Riccuito settles back down.
Riccuito uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hatfield.
Hatfield with a jab.
Hatfield throws out a loose jab but Riccuito uses good head movement to avoid it.
Riccuito slips a straight right by Hatfield.
Riccuito wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Nice defenses there by Hatfield.
Hatfield blocks a low kick nicely.#T4#
Hatfield dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Riccuito misses with a leg kick.
Riccuito gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hatfield.
Riccuito stuffs the takedown.
Riccuito ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hatfield moves away.
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!
A big right from Riccuito misses.
Riccuito lands a nice looking kick to the body. Hatfield takes a step back to recover.
Hatfield takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hatfield has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Riccuito finds it's way round the side to connect with Hatfield's head.
An inside leg kick lands from Riccuito.
Hatfield throws a lazy right hand but Riccuito sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hatfield looks to land a combination but Riccuito avoids it well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Devil Anse Hatfield comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Hatfield 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Devil Anse Hatfield!

The defeated Mark Riccuito had this to say: '153'.

 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

 
 
 
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