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Event: NSC 53: Campbell vs Scaletta     
Date:   Sep 03, 2019
#R1#
Campbell scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campbell half committed to a counter leg kick.
Scaletta throws a shot from downtown. Campbell moves away and avoids it.
Campbell misses the shot to the body.
Scaletta misses with a looping right.
Campbell swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Campbell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Scaletta.
Campbell is trying hard to land a takedown here. Scaletta sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Campbell fails with the takedown
and Scaletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Scaletta throws a hook but Campbell blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Scaletta is just out of range.
Campbell tries a low kick but Scaletta avoids it.
Campbell slips a straight right by Scaletta.
Campbell throws a looping overhand right but Scaletta ducks down to avoid it.
Scaletta throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T1#
Scaletta blocks a leg kick.
Scaletta scores with a hook to the body. Campbell takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Campbell looks to land a right hand but Scaletta moved out of range.
Campbell dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Scaletta. That did some damage!
Scaletta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Scaletta thows a left - swing and a miss!
Scaletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Campbell counters with a nice uppercut.
Campbell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Scaletta throws a body punch but Campbell moves out of range.
Scaletta connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Scaletta missing with a left hand there. Campbell was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Scaletta lands with a right hand.
Scaletta moves out of range as Campbell strikes.#T2#
Campbell throws a low kick but it's checked well by Scaletta.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Scaletta crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Campbell - the referee stops the clock and Scaletta gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Campbell. Scaletta manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Scaletta moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Campbell throws the left hand but Scaletta avoids the punch easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Scaletta! But no joy.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campbell moves away.
Scaletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Campbell takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Scaletta walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Campbell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A little jabbing left from Scaletta on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Scaletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Campbell moves away from the strike by Scaletta.
Campbell drops down looking for a counter takedown but Scaletta sprawls and moves away.
Scaletta connects with a good right hand that stumbles Campbell. Campbell circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Campbell throws a big shot that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vito Scaletta dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Scaletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campbell moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Campbell misses the target.
Scaletta checks a leg kick.
Campbell misses with a hook.
Campbell jabs at Scaletta's body.
Campbell throws a jab but it's blocked by Scaletta.
Scaletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Scaletta cracks Campbell with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Scaletta swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell feinted with a counter takedown.
Campbell lands with a good body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown but Scaletta shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Campbell moves out of range as Scaletta strikes.
Campbell appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Campbell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Campbell tries a low kick but Scaletta avoids it.#T1#
Campbell missing with a left hand there. Scaletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Campbell moves out of range of the strikes.
Campbell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campbell gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Scaletta.
Campbell moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Vito Scaletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Scaletta blocks a leg kick.
Campbell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Campbell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Scaletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Scaletta takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Vito Scaletta seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Scaletta checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Scaletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campbell looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Scaletta 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.
Nice body punch from Campbell. #T2##TD#
Campbell shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Scaletta's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scaletta wants to sweep but no luck.
Scaletta has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Westside Martial Arts. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Campbell is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Campbell connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
Scaletta has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Campbell can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Scaletta is trying to control the position but Campbell postures up.
Campbell keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Scaletta's head.
Scaletta looking for a sweep. Not yet Scaletta, not yet.
Scaletta has momentary wrist control but Campbell slips an elbow through the middle.
Campbell working some strikes from top position.
Campbell postures up in Scaletta's guard and throws a big left but Scaletta blocks it.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Scaletta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Scaletta escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Campbell gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that second round.
That's time! Campbell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Scaletta gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Campbell.
Scaletta lunges at Campbell with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Campbell's hand.
Scaletta lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Campbell throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Campbell tries to work over Scaletta's front leg with a kick but Scaletta checks it.
Campbell works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Campbell lands with a kick to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scaletta throws a right hand that Campbell ducks under and follows up with a left that Campbell also avoids with ease.
Campbell misses with a body shot
and Campbell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Campbell shoots for a double leg takedown but Scaletta sprawls well. He's pushed Campbell's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Scaletta throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.
Scaletta lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Scaletta's shoulder, as Scaletta tries to avoid the shot.
Scaletta was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Scaletta misses with a hook.
Scaletta throws a hook to the side of Campbell's head but Campbell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Campbell defending well as Scaletta loads up on a big left hand.
Campbell quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Scaletta. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Campbell connects with the punch.
Campbell tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Scaletta's shoulder, as Scaletta tries to avoid the shot.
Campbell defending well as Scaletta loads up on a big left hand.
Campbell will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Campbell looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scaletta lands with a right hand.
Scaletta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Campbell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
Campbell misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Scaletta to counter with a crisp jab.
Campbell tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Scaletta swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell moves out of range of the strikes.
Scaletta misses the jab.
Campbell scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campbell lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Some wild striking there from Scaletta.
Scaletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Campbell manages to avoid it.
Campbell connects with a single shot there.
Scaletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Campbell counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Scaletta thinking.
Campbell scores with a sloppy right hand. Scaletta should have avoided that one.
Scaletta misses with a wild body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vito Scaletta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Scaletta 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Stephen Campbell!
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight for Stephen Campbell!
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Stephen Campbell!

Stephen Campbell wins by unanimous decision!

A very excited looking Stephen Campbell made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Vito Scaletta was interviewed post fight and said 'You know when we first started out, I thought I was gonna be the biggest, baddest wiseguy in the world'.

 

Event: NSC 47 PPV     
Date:   Aug 13, 2019
#R1#
A shot to the body from Campbell misses
and Bolleke counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Good standup being displayed there by Bolleke as he connects with a hook.#CL#
Bolleke instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Campbell has clasped his hands together around Bolleke's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Campbell is looking to take a break and control but Bolleke is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Campbell throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Bolleke works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Bolleke blocking the ground and pound attempt from Campbell.
Bolleke slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bolleke looking for a sweep. Not yet Bolleke, not yet.
Campbell working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T1##SUB#
Bolleke is looking for a triangle but Campbell pushes his legs off easily.
Bolleke tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Campbell is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Campbell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Campbell trying to control but Bolleke is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bolleke looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bolleke wants to sweep here but Campbell controlling him for the moment.
Campbell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Bolleke has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Campbell can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
Campbell wants to pass the guard but Bolleke is keeping the position.#SUB#
Bolleke has his foot on Campbell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Campbell works his way back into a safe position though.
Bolleke working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campbell.
Campbell is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Bolleke keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Bolleke is looking for a triangle but Campbell pushes his legs off easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell landing with the ground and pound.
Campbell trying to control but Bolleke is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Stephen Campbell 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#
Bolleke misses with a hook #TD2#
and Campbell counters with a takedown into side control.
Stephen Campbell has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bolleke tries to buck Campbell off but Campbell is having none of it.
Campbell working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Campbell lands a decent elbow from side control.
Campbell lands a decent elbow from side control.
Campbell tries to score with some ground and pound. Bolleke controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Bolleke is trying to improve his position.
Campbell working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Bolleke manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Bolleke looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Campbell is looking for a kimura but Bolleke is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Campbell to get the leverage. #T1#
Bolleke trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bolleke manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Campbell lands a couple of digs.
Campbell postures up in Bolleke's guard and throws a big left but Bolleke blocks it.
Campbell landing some decent shots from guard.
Campbell postures up and lands a big shot to Bolleke's brow. #SUB2#
Campbell drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bolleke dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Bolleke postures up.
Campbell wants to sweep but no luck.
Bolleke trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Bolleke lands a couple of elbows.
Bolleke postures up.
Bolleke wants to control from the top but Campbell keeps moving.
Bolleke is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Campbell is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Bolleke scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Campbell 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.
Campbell not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bolleke throwing strikes but missing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Bolleke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Campbell.
Thomas Bolleke has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bolleke connects with a right hand. Campbell shakes it off.
Campbell lands a really nice looking cross but Bolleke seems unphased.
Bolleke throws a hook but Campbell blocks it.
Bolleke takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bolleke looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Campbell moves away from the strike by Bolleke.
Bolleke moves in looking to clinch but Campbell pushes him off.
Campbell avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Campbell slips a straight right by Bolleke.
Campbell only half commits to the counter leg kick.#CL2#
Campbell moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Campbell tightens his grip and picks Bolleke up, before dumping him to the ground. Bolleke manages to land in guard.
Bolleke working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Bolleke is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell is working Bolleke over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1#
Bolleke is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Bolleke had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Campbell defends it easily.
Campbell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Campbell landing with the ground and pound.
Stephen Campbell is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bolleke throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Campbell lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Bolleke throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bolleke being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Campbell's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Campbell with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Bolleke looking for a guillotine here but Campbell defends easily. #SUB#
Bolleke is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Campbell is aware though and is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell's corner is telling him to maintain position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stephen Campbell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Campbell 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight for Stephen Campbell!
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight for Stephen Campbell!
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Stephen Campbell!

Stephen Campbell wins by unanimous decision!

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

 

Event: Pride FC 35     
Date:   Jul 20, 2019
#R1#
Campbell takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A chopping leg kick lands by Murhaa.
Campbell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murhaa was well out of range. Poor timing from Campbell.
Campbell tried to score with a low kick but Murhaa checks it.
Campbell lands the left hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Campbell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Campbell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Murhaa at a distance.
Campbell tries a low kick but Murhaa avoids it.
Murhaa moves away from the strike by Campbell.
Ispa Murhaa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell swings for the body but Murhaa moves out of range.
Murhaa feints a counter leg kick.
Murhaa connects with a looping right hand.
Murhaa throws a head kick but Campbell moves out of range.
A jab from Campbell does it's job there.
Campbell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Murhaa scores with a leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murhaa takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Murhaa misses with a low kick.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhaa manages to avoid it.
Murhaa connects with a right hand. Campbell shakes it off.
Murhaa scores with a hook.
Campbell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Murhaa.
The fighters circling - Campbell throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Murhaa takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nice uppercut lands for Murhaa. That snapped Campbell's head back.
Murhaa on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Murhaa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Campbell connects with a body shot that sends Murhaa's belly button to the back.
Murhaa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Campbell.
Campbell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murhaa.
Murhaa lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Campbell fails with an attempt to clinch.
Campbell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Campbell takes a swing at Murhaa's ribcage but misses.
Murhaa throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.
Campbell bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
An inside leg kick lands from Murhaa.
Campbell throws out a loose jab but Murhaa uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campbell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Some wild striking there from Murhaa.
Campbell takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Murhaa needs to keep his hands up - Campbell had a free shot at his head there.#T2#
Murhaa throws out a leg kick but Campbell moves out of range and Murhaa only half commits.
Murhaa misses with a leg kick
and Campbell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murhaa throws a low kick but Campbell moves out of range easily.
Campbell takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Murhaa throws a looping overhand right but Campbell ducks down to avoid it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Murhaa.
Murhaa lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Murhaa thumps Campbell with a low kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Murhaa.
Campbell swings for the body but Murhaa moves out of range.
Murhaa swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Murhaa tries to sprawl but Campbell drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Campbell stops Murhaa from getting back to his feet.
Campbell is trying to control the action in half guard but Murhaa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Murhaa is looking to escape.
Murhaa has hold of Campbell's hands but Campbell slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Campbell working Murhaa over with strikes.
Campbell working Murhaa over with strikes.
Campbell stops Murhaa from getting back to his feet. #T3#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Campbell connects with a nice short shot to Murhaa's temple. #SUB#
Campbell is looking for a kimura but Murhaa is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Campbell to get the leverage.
Murhaa tries to kick Campbell off but Campbell keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Campbell lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Murhaa wants to get back to his feet.
Campbell works his way into side control.
Campbell cracks Murhaa with a big elbow.
Murhaa is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Murhaa taking punishment in the form of punches.
Campbell is looking to take a break and control but Murhaa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Murhaa is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T4#
Campbell wants to control but Murhaa is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Murhaa is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Murhaa tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Murhaa wants to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Murhaa throws a leg kick which misses Campbell's front leg but catches the back leg as Campbell tries to avoid it.
Murhaa looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Murhaa scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murhaa manages to avoid it.
Murhaa throws a jab when Campbell was well out of range.
Campbell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Murhaa can do to turn this around?
Murhaa thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Campbell if he has to take too many more of those.
Murhaa misses with a leg kick.
Campbell misses with a low kick.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Murhaa checks it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Campbell.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Campbell, as that shot connected.
Murhaa throws a jab when Campbell was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell throws a hook but Murhaa blocks it.
No luck for Campbell with that takedown attempt.
Campbell takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Campbell blocks a head kick by Murhaa.
Murhaa throws a jab when Campbell was well out of range.
Campbell is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
Campbell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Murhaa jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Campbell moves out of range as Murhaa throws a body kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Campbell misses the target.
Murhaa flicks out a counter leg kick but Campbell steps away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murhaa. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Murhaa avoids a kick to the body.
Murhaa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Campbell.
Murhaa throws a low kick, looking for Campbell's leg but Campbell calmly moves out of range.
Campbell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murhaa.
Campbell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Campbell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Murhaa.
Murhaa misses with an uppercut
and Campbell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Murhaa throws out a loose jab but Campbell uses good head movement to avoid it.
Campbell checks a leg kick.
Ispa Murhaa seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Murhaa avoids the body shot from Campbell.
Campbell throws a jab when Murhaa was well out of range.
Campbell misses with a body shot.
Murhaa lands an overhand right.#T2#
Murhaa with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Murhaa throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
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!
No joy there for Campbell, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Murhaa closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Campbell staying out of range there.
Campbell tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Murhaa lands with a kick to the temple. Campbell shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Murhaa misses the shot to the body.
Murhaa moves out of range as Campbell throws a body kick.
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Murhaa's shoulder, as Murhaa tries to avoid the shot.
A combination from Murhaa does no damage.
Nice sprawl there from Murhaa as Campbell shoots in.
Campbell misses with a straight right.
Campbell misses the jab.
Nice takedown defense from Murhaa. No joy for Campbell on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A punch lands to the side of Campbell 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Murhaa wants to clinch.#T3#
Campbell swings for the body but Murhaa moves out of range.
Murhaa moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Campbell looks to throw the jab but Murhaa is out of range.
Ispa Murhaa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Campbell blocks a leg kick.
Campbell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Campbell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murhaa.
Campbell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murhaa was well out of range. Poor timing from Campbell.
Nice body kick from Murhaa.
Murhaa lands a body shot.
Murhaa throws an overhand right that lands on Campbell's shoulder, as Campbell tries to avoid the shot.
Murhaa doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Murhaa moves out of range as Campbell throws a body kick.
Murhaa throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Campbell on the side of the head.
Murhaa misses with a body shot.
Campbell lands a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab lands there for Campbell.#T4#
Campbell scores with a hook to the body. Murhaa takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Murhaa moves out of range of the body kick.
Murhaa keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Murhaa looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Campbell cracks Murhaa with a right hand to the side of the head.
Murhaa slips under a jab from Campbell.
Campbell lands a leg kick that knocks Murhaa off balance momentarily.
Murhaa scores with a shot to the body.
Murhaa does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Campbell dives in for a single leg takedown but Murhaa sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Murhaa flicks out a counter leg kick but Campbell steps away.
Jab by Murhaa.
Murhaa bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Campbell takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Murhaa misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Murhaa lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Campbell at a distance.
Campbell moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Campbell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Murhaa has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ispa Murhaa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Murhaa stuffs the takedown attempt from Campbell. Campbell gets slowly back to his feet.
Campbell doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Murhaa jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Murhaa getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Murhaa.
Campbell misses with a low kick.
Campbell is looking to land body kicks.
A jab from Murhaa does it's job there.
Murhaa takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Murhaa lands a head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murhaa connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Campbell walks into a left hand.
Murhaa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
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!
Campbell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murhaa.
Campbell pivots, looking for a leg kick but Murhaa is out of range and Campbell settles back down.
Murhaa connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Murhaa 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 Campbell has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Campbell and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Campbell takes one on the button.
Murhaa connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Murhaa takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Murhaa tries to clinch but Campbell moves out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Murhaa.#TD#
Campbell shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Murhaa's guard.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Murhaa manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
I was talking to Campbell's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short uppercut from Murhaa.
Campbell misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Campbell is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Campbell is trying to stall.
Murhaa misses with the head strike.
Campbell lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Campbell lands with a right to the head.
Campbell working aggressively here.
Campbell throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Murhaas head.
Campbell is working Murhaa over against the cage.
Campbell blocks a body shot from Murhaa. #T2#
Campbell struggles to land a body shot inside as Murhaa controls his hands.
Murhaa lands a body punch.
Campbell misses with a hook from the clinch.
Campbell blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Murhaa prevents the takedown attempt.
Murhaa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murhaa can't find room to land a body shot as Campbell controls the action.
Campbell tries to score a body lock takedown but Murhaa shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murhaa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murhaa misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murhaa lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
Campbell lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Murhaa backwards.
Campbell blocks an uppercut.
Campbell can't find room to land a body shot as Murhaa controls the action.
Campbell prevents a body shot from Murhaa.
Campbell blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Campbell gets through Murhaa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Murhaa blocking some punches.
Campbell looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T3#
Murhaa is leaning against Campbell and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A body shot lands from Murhaa.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Murhaa presses Campbell against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Murhaa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Murhaa tries a body shot but Campbell blocks it.
Stephen Campbell has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Murhaa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Campbell's elbow.
Murhaa struggles to land a body shot inside as Campbell controls his hands.
Murhaa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Murhaa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Murhaa creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Murhaa.
Murhaa lands a shoulder strike.
Murhaa lands with a light punch inside.
Murhaa lands a body shot.
Murhaa can't find room to land a body shot as Campbell controls the action.
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murhaa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Campbell tries to score a body lock takedown but Murhaa shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Murhaa lands a left hand. #T4#
A right handed body shot lands from Murhaa.
Murhaa pushes Campbell back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murhaa lands a hook that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
Murhaa is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Murhaa tries to work over Campbell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right handed body shot lands from Murhaa.
A body shot lands from Murhaa.
Murhaa tries to throw a body punch but Campbell avoids it by throwing Murhaa back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Murhaa.
Murhaa struggles to land a body shot inside as Campbell controls his hands.
Murhaa stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Murhaa scores with a hook to the body.
Murhaa throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Campbell's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Murhaa is leaning against Campbell and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Murhaa lands a shoulder strike.
Murhaa digs a right hand underneath Campbell's ribcage. Campbell let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Still in the clinch, Murhaa scores with a nice short uppercut.
Murhaa cracks Campbell with a nice body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ispa Murhaa comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Murhaa 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ispa Murhaa!

Ispa Murhaa really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that UnderGround Clothing Co. logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: Pride FC 30     
Date:   Jun 29, 2019
#R1#
Petersen moves away from the strike by Campbell.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Petersen sees it coming and moves out of range.
Campbell throws a body shot but no joy.
Petersen tries to clinch there but Campbell circles away.
Campbell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Campbell fakes the leg kick and cracks Petersen in the body.
Campbell throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Campbell's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Petersen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Campbell scrambles back to his feet.
Petersen swings widly with a right hand
and Campbell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Darrel Petersen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell connects with an inside leg kick.
Petersen works the jab nicely.#TD2#
Campbell drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campbell 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.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Petersen blocks nicely.
Campbell with a nice head shot there.#T1#
Campbell won't allow Petersen to sweep him here.
Petersen keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
Campbell works over Petersen with some ground and pound from guard.
Petersen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campbell.
Petersen keeping full guard, as Campbell tries to pass.
Campbell postures up in Petersen's guard and throws a big left but Petersen blocks it.
Petersen pulls Campbell in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campbell throws a big right hand that misses.
Petersen has momentary wrist control but Campbell slips an elbow through the middle.
Petersen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Campbell's guard. #REVR##T2#
Petersen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Campbell is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Campbell looking for a sweep. Not yet Campbell, not yet.
Petersen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Campbell swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Campbell is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen distracts Campbell with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Campbell looking to control.
Petersen is in close to Campbell's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Petersen wants to pass the guard but Campbell is keeping the position.
Petersen 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.#SUB2#
Campbell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Petersen defends well.#T3##SUB2#
Campbell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Campbell works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Petersen content to stall in guard here.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Campbell keeps moving.
Petersen wants to pass the guard but Campbell is keeping the position.
Campbell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Petersen is one step ahead there.
Campbell keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Petersen stands and throws Campbell's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Campbell is trying to improve his position.
Campbell is not content to let Petersen control the position.
Petersen wants to control for a moment but Campbell uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell regains full guard. Nicely done.
Petersen 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.
Campbell looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell 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#
Horrible takedown attempt by Campbell or perhaps it was just good defense by Petersen, which made it look bad.
Petersen scores with a nice right hand.
Petersen lands a nice shot that snaps Campbell's head back.
Campbell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Petersen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Campbell misses with a jab to the body
and Petersen counters with a two punch combo.
Campbell plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Petersen lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#TD2#
Campbell looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Petersen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've been hearing good reports from Petersen'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.
Campbell scoring with punches to the head and body.
Petersen controlling the position.
Campbell is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Campbell lands a couple of digs.#T1#
Petersen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Campbell stopping the sweep attempt from Petersen.
Campbell lands a couple of elbows.
Petersen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Petersen trying to control but Campbell is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Campbell has his foot on Petersen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Petersen works his way back into a safe position though.
Petersen advances to half guard.
Campbell is staying active underneath Petersen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Petersen is thwarting Campbell's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Petersen is looking for a kimura here.
Petersen passes the guard and advances to mount! #T2##SUB#
Petersen has control of Campbell's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Campbell regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Campbell tries to hold on but Petersen postures up.
Campbell tries to reverse the position but Petersen maintains control.#SUB#
Petersen working for a guillotine from mount but Campbell is in no mood to give up. #SUB#
Petersen moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Campbell has worked his arm free - good work by Campbell!
You can see the frustration on Campbell's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Petersen creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Campbell can't do much from the bottom here.
Petersen is looking to take a break and control but Campbell is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Campbell is trying to get back to half guard.
Campbell is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Campbell is looking to reverse the position.
Campbell takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Darrel Petersen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Check out the look on Petersen's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Campbell tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Campbell takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #T4#
Campbell takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Petersen working away.
Petersen trying to control the action but Campbell is working from the bottom.
Campbell is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Petersen tries to advance to mount but Campbell instead regains half guard.
Petersen trying to control the action but Campbell is working from the bottom.
Campbell is trying to control but can't.
Campbell is refusing to be controlled, as Petersen sits in half guard.
Campbell is trying to maintain the position but Petersen is very close to passing his half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Darrel Petersen dominated that second round.
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##TD2#
Campbell closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Petersen's guard.
Petersen controls Campbell momentarily but Campbell frees himself.
Petersen controlling the position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Campbell working his ground and pound in the gym.
Petersen 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#
Petersen is stalling here. Campbell is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Petersen seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Campbell has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Campbell scoring with punches from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Petersen has a hand on Campbell's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Campbell takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Petersen gets back to half guard.#T1#
Petersen tries to roll over but Campbell keeps him under control.
Petersen on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Petersen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Campbell is trying to control the action in half guard but Petersen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Campbell is nestled in close to Petersen, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Petersen tries to get to full guard but Campbell has control of the leg.
Campbell sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Petersen defending well though.
Campbell takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Campbell lands strikes from half guard.
Petersen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Campbell. #T2#
Campbell lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Petersen is looking to improve his position.
Petersen keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Campbell lands a nice short elbow.
Petersen has hold of Campbell's hands but Campbell slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Petersen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Campbell.
Campbell wants to pass to mount but Petersen is defending the position.
Petersen avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Campbell.
Petersen manages to get to full guard.
Petersen is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3#
Petersen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Petersen looking for a sweep. Not yet Petersen, not yet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The fighters circling - Campbell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Campbell throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Petersen counters with a stiff right hand.
Darrel Petersen is winning the standup battle so far.
Petersen fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Petersen walks into a stiff left hand from Campbell.
Petersen misses with a hook. Campbell ducked under it nicely.
Campbell swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Campbell throws a push kick but Petersen slaps the foot to one side.
No joy there for Petersen, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Petersen scores with a jab to the head.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Petersen.
Petersen fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Petersen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Petersen moves out of range as Campbell strikes.
Campbell misses the shot to the body.
Petersen shoots in for a double leg but Campbell sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stephen Campbell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Campbell has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stephen Campbell!

A relieved looking Stephen Campbell 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: Pride FC 25     
Date:   Jun 08, 2019
#R1#
Campbell misses with a lunging right hand
and Kai counters with a straight right hand.
Kai on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Campbell motions for Kai to come forward. Campbell throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Kai on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kai moves out of range of the strikes.
Campbell lunges at Kai with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kai's hand.
Kai throws an overhand right that lands on Campbell's shoulder, as Campbell tries to avoid the shot.
Campbell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Campbell looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Campbell shoots for a takedown but Kai saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Campbell looks to land a right hand but Kai moved out of range.
Campbell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kai has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Campbell throws a good cross that connects.
Kai keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kai throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Campbell on the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campbell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kai.
Campbell misses the shot to the body.
Campbell throws an off balance right hand
and Kai counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Campbell throws a solid leg kick but Kai takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Campbell.
Campbell jabs at Kai's body.
Kai throws a hook but Campbell blocks it.#TD2#
Kai tries to sprawl but Campbell drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Campbell landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kai won't allow Campbell to pass to mount.
Kai preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Campbell sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kai defending well though.
Kai trying to hold on to Campbell's head to control him but Campbell postures up.
Campbell prevents Kai from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Campbell trying to control from half guard but Kai is working away.
Campbell not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kai blocking the ground and pound attempt from Campbell.
Kai trying to control but Campbell postures up.
Kai keeping hold of Campbell's head, controlling as best he can.
Campbell landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kai is trying to control but can't. #T3#
Campbell drops an elbow to the side of Kai's head.
Kai trying to control from the bottom.
Campbell is taking a breather. Kai says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Campbell missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Campbell is keen to just control but Kai is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kai looks to land a left hand but Campbell moved out of range nicely.
Campbell takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Campbell swings for the body but Kai moves out of range.
Kai avoids the body shot from Campbell.
Decent striking displayed by Kai there.
Campbell scores with a decent looking hook.
Kai on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Campbell. Campbell obviously looking to wear him down.
Kai looks to score with a jab to the body but Campbell is just out of range.#T4#
Kai throws a lazy right hand but Campbell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Campbell swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kai keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kai fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kron Kai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Campbell motions for Kai to come forward. Campbell throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kai throws a shot from downtown. Campbell moves away and avoids it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Campbell 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 Kai has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kai and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kai drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Campbell throws a jab when Kai was well out of range.
Kai is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kai throws a body shot but no joy.
Campbell scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Campbell scoring well with a low kick there.
Kai connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A swing and a miss from Campbell.
Kai fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Campbell.
Kron Kai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kai throws a hook to the side of Campbell's head but Campbell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell 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#
Campbell shoots in but Kai avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2#
Campbell shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Campbell was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Campbell throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Kai is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Ice Cream Parlour, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Campbell 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.
An elbow from Campbell crashes against the mat.
A lull in the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell cracks Kai with a big right hand but Kai just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell trying to control the action but Kai is working from the bottom.
Campbell has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Campbell throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Kai works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure. #T1#
Campbell not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kai on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Campbell slows the pace down in half guard.
Campbell is thwarting Kai's attempts to control the position.
Campbell throwing shots but Kai is blocking nicely. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Campbell missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Campbell not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kai slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Kai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kai seems keen to control Campbell's posture.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Kai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campbell controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Campbell lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kai circles away quickly and effectively.
A jab from Campbell misses. #T3#
Kai lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Campbell backs up against the cage.
Campbell shoots in and drives through. Kai sprawls well.
Kai misses with a looping left.
Kai throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Campbell digs a good hook to Kai's body.
Campbell thuds his shin into the meat of Kai's side.
Campbell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Campbell ducks right into an uppercut from Kai.
Kai connects with an inside leg kick.
Campbell is looking to score with low kicks.
Kai misses with a wild body shot.
Campbell looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nice sprawl there from Kai as Campbell shoots in.
Kron Kai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stephen Campbell.
Kai smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Campbell takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kai lands a nice leg kick that just misses Campbell's sensitive parts.
A looping hook to the body misses from Campbell. Kai does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Campbell looks to land a left hand but Kai moved out of range nicely.
Kai throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kai scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Campbell doesn't seem bothered though.
Campbell moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kai throws a leg kick
and Campbell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kai connects with the punch.
Kai takes a swing at Campbell's ribcage but misses.
Campbell feints a counter leg kick.
Kai checks a low kick from Campbell.
Campbell scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kai lands a nice leg kick that just misses Campbell's sensitive parts.
Good work by Campbell as he checks the leg kick.
Kai throws a solid leg kick but Campbell takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kai.
Campbell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kai.
Kai scores with a jab. Campbell acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kai with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #TD2#
Campbell closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Kron Kai will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kai with a nice cross.
Campbell moves out of range as Kai strikes.
Kai ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Good leg kick by Kai there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kai bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A leg kick checked by Kai.
Campbell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Campbell scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kai looks to land a right hand but Campbell moved out of range.
Campbell lands a front kick.
Kai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Campbell. Kai does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kai tried to counter with a leg kick but Campbell avoided it.
Kai looks to land a left hand but Campbell moved out of range nicely.
Kai swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Campbell makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kai looks to land a right hand but Campbell moved out of range.
Campbell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kai.#T1#
Kai throws a body punch but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kai avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Campbell is looking to land body kicks.
Kai appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Campbell thows a leg kick but Kai checks it
and Campbell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kai throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Campbell counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Campbell makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Stephen Campbell has got the better of the ground game so far.
Campbell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kai keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
Campbell pushing down on Kai's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Campbell wants to control but Kai is keeping him busy.
Campbell throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Campbell misses with a head shot. Kai uses the momentum to regain guard. #T2#
Campbell is looking to work some ground and pound but Kai has wrist control.
Campbell lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Campbell connects with a couple of short punches.
Kai trying to control the position.
Kai utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Campbell is stalling in the full guard.
Kai preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Kai working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campbell. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Campbell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Campbell lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Campbell gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kai pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kai is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kai keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Campbell.
Kai doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Kai sees it coming and moves out of range.
Campbell throws the left hand but Kai avoids the punch easily.
Kron Kai is winning the standup battle so far.
Campbell cracks Kai with a good jab.
Campbell dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kai. That did some damage!#T4#
Kai slips a jab from Campbell.
Campbell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Campbell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Campbell lands an overhand right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campbell throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kai counters with a nice uppercut.
Kai jabs Campbell right on the nose. Campbell blinks but takes it well.
Kai lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Campbell shoots in but no luck this time.
Campbell slips a straight right by Kai.
Kai misses with a wild body shot.
Kai defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Campbell.
Kai swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kai misses the body punch
and Campbell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Good work by Kai as he checks the leg kick.
Campbell misses with a straight left.
Kai swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kai loads up on a big right hand but Campbell slips the punch.
A nice side step and Campbell releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stephen Campbell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Campbell 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stephen Campbell!

A very excited looking Stephen Campbell 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: Pride FC 21     
Date:   May 18, 2019
#R1#
Campbell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ghosh throws out the jab.
Campbell has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Campbell there as he acknowledges the shot.
We've been hearing reports that Campbell has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Campbell scores with a sloppy right hand. Ghosh should have avoided that one. #TD2#
Ghosh gets a double leg takedown into Campbell's guard.
Ghosh is fighting to break Campbell's control of his arms but Campbell is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Campbell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ghosh is one step ahead there.
Campbell keeping full guard, as Ghosh tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Campbell keeping full guard, as Ghosh tries to pass. #T1#
Campbell controls Ghosh momentarily but Ghosh frees himself.
Ghosh wants to control from the top but Campbell keeps moving.
Campbell is controlling Ghosh's posture.
Ghosh looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Ghosh avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ghosh sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ghosh stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Campbell swivels though and keeps the 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.
Ghosh is still trying to improve position.
Campbell can't keep his opponent in guard - Ghosh advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Campbell is trying to maintain the position but Ghosh is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Campbell is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Ghosh wants to pass the guard but Campbell is defending well. #SUB2#
Ghosh is looking for a kimura here.
Campbell is trying to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB2#
Ghosh is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Campbell is just riding it out for now. Ghosh eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Ghosh is looking for a kimura here.
Campbell is not content to let Ghosh control the position.
My spies in The Wild Beasts Zoo inform me that Ghosh has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Campbell wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ghosh is pressing down on Campbell's thigh, looking to free his foot. Campbell is holding on for now.
Ghosh wants to take a breather but Campbell is having none of it.
Ghosh wants to free his trapped foot but Campbell is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Campbell is refusing to be controlled, as Ghosh sits in half guard.
Campbell wants to get back to full guard.
Campbell trying to control but Ghosh postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Campbell missing with a left hand there. Ghosh was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ghosh keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Campbell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ghosh.
It seemed like Ghosh was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Campbell throws a hook but Ghosh blocks it.
Ghosh misses with a straight left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sheikh Amun Ghosh dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Campbell connects with a single shot there.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ghosh scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Campbell tried to score with a low kick but Ghosh checks it.
Campbell takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Campbell misses the jab.#CL2#
Ghosh moves into range and clinches up with Campbell.
Campbell tries to work over Ghosh's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A shot in the inside from Campbell.
Campbell tries for a takedown. No joy.
Ghosh blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ghosh misses with a short punch on the inside.
Campbell misses with a body punch.
Ghosh lands a right hand.
Campbell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ghosh to keep the fight standing.
Campbell works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ghosh is working Campbell over against the cage.
Ghosh blocks an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC2#
Ghosh's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Ghosh ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Campbell misses the shot to the body.
Ghosh was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Ghosh throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campbell fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ghosh bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Campbell's head backwards.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ghosh manages to avoid it.
Ghosh throws a push kick but Campbell slaps the foot to one side.
Campbell walks into a stiff left hand from Ghosh.
Horrible takedown attempt by Campbell or perhaps it was just good defense by Ghosh, which made it look bad.
Ghosh takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Campbell fails with a takedown attempt.
Sheikh Amun Ghosh seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Campbell has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ghosh.
Ghosh avoids a punch combination nicely.
Campbell uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ghosh has time to react.
Campbell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
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!
Ghosh dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Campbell misses with a lunging right hand
and Ghosh counters with a left to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Campbell.
Campbell ducks right into an uppercut from Ghosh.
Ghosh misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ghosh scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ghosh with a jab.
Campbell takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ghosh looks for the body kick but Campbell saw that one coming. #T3#
Campbell checks a low kick from Ghosh.
Campbell with a poor takedown
and Ghosh cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ghosh lands the left hand.
Campbell on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Campbell attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Campbell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Campbell jabs Ghosh right on the nose. Ghosh blinks but takes it well.
Good leg kick by Campbell there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Ghosh misses with a body kick.
Campbell throws out a loose jab but Ghosh uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ghosh swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ghosh lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Campbell at a distance.
Ghosh thumps Campbell with a low kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Campbell.
No luck for Campbell with that takedown attempt.
Campbell throws a looping overhand right but Ghosh ducks down to avoid it.
Ghosh has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ghosh counters with an inside leg kick.
Nice cross by Ghosh.#TD#
Campbell looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Ghosh regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Campbell.
Ghosh bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Campbell's guard. #REVB#
Campbell is trying to keep Ghosh in close.
Campbell tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Campbell manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ghosh manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Ghosh not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Campbell avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sheikh Amun Ghosh showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Campbell moves out of range as Ghosh strikes.
Campbell lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Campbell, right into the meat.
Jab by Ghosh.
Ghosh stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ghosh wants it to stay on the feet.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ghosh. That's going to slow Campbell down.
Ghosh throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Campbell is looking to counter punch.
Ghosh on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Campbell keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Campbell avoids a kick to the body.
Campbell connects with a crisp jab.
Nice body kick from Ghosh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ghosh throws the kick towards the body but Campbell avoids it.
Ghosh fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ghosh throws a wild body kick that Campbell sees coming a mile off.
Campbell throws a leg kick that misses.
Ghosh throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Ghosh.
Campbell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ghosh throws out the jab.
Ghosh comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Campbell scoring well with a low kick there.
Ghosh shoots in but Campbell avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Campbell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ghosh throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ghosh lands a nice shot that snaps Campbell's head back.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Ghosh - that will leave a mark!
Ghosh throws a leg kick that misses.
Ghosh avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Ghosh looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Campbell staying out of range there.
Campbell changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Campbell's corner calls for a 1-2. Campbell obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ghosh sizes up Campbell with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Ghosh crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Campbell - the referee stops the clock and Ghosh gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Campbell. Ghosh manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ghosh walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Campbell scores with a shot to the body.
Campbell connects with a right hand. Ghosh shakes it off.
Ghosh is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Campbell half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Campbell takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Ghosh misses with a looping left.
Campbell throws a low kick but Ghosh moves out of range easily.
Ghosh doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Campbell scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ghosh doesn't seem bothered though.
Campbell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ghosh counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Ghosh tries to move into range but Campbell moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Campbell doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ghosh keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3##TD#
Campbell closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ghosh to the mat! Ghosh manages to get full guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ghosh is adopting a defensive guard.
Campbell postures up. #SUB2#
Ghosh is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Campbell is aware though and is defending well.
Ghosh 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#
Stephen Campbell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Campbell trying to control but Ghosh postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ghosh trying to control the action but Campbell is working from the bottom. #T4#
Campbell gets full guard.
Ghosh tries to free his leg and advance position but Campbell is retaining full guard.
Campbell 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.
Ghosh trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campbell keeping full guard, as Ghosh tries to pass.
Campbell is trying to hold Ghosh in close to prevent damage but Ghosh has managed to pass into half guard.
Ghosh with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Campbell moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Sheikh Amun Ghosh is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Campbell can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ghosh controls the pace.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sheikh Amun Ghosh.
Well Ghosh 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sheikh Amun Ghosh!

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

 

Event: OFC 411: Shamrock vs Balayan     
Date:   Apr 27, 2019
#R1#
Campbell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cobblepot.
It looked like Campbell wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Cobblepot ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campbell moves away.
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Cobblepot's shoulder, as Cobblepot tries to avoid the shot.
Cobblepot 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.
Cobblepot throws a lazy right hand but Campbell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Campbell defending well as Cobblepot loads up on a big left hand.
Campbell looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Campbell gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Cobblepot.
Campbell lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Cobblepot throws a body punch but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Cobblepot scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Cobblepot just misses with a punch to the body.
Cobblepot cracks Campbell with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Campbell connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Cobblepot's hands.
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!
Cobblepot misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Cobblepot throws a hook but Campbell blocks it.#TD#
Campbell shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Cobblepot manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Campbell stopping the sweep attempt from Cobblepot.#T1#
Campbell trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Cobblepot trying to keep a closed guard but Campbell is proving a slippery customer.
Campbell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cobblepot swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Cobblepot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cobblepot wants to stand but Campbell is controlling the position.
Campbell slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cobblepot misses with a looping left.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cobblepot tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Cobblepot.
A thudding body kick lands there by Campbell!
Cobblepot looks to score with a jab to the body but Campbell is just out of range.
Campbell throws a hook to the side of Cobblepot's head but Cobblepot sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cobblepot moves out of range of the strikes.
Campbell dives in and grabs Cobblepot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cobblepot pushes down on Campbell's head and hops out.
Despite the aggression on Cobblepot's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Campbell throws a hook but Cobblepot avoids it easily.
Campbell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Campbell shoots for a takedown but Cobblepot saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Campbell moves out of range of the strikes.
Cobblepot looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Oswald Cobblepot is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Campbell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Campbell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cobblepot.
Campbell missing with a left hand there. Cobblepot was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Campbell slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Cobblepot takes a swing at Campbell's ribcage but misses.
Campbell changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Cobblepot dips to his left and cracks Campbell with an uppercut!
Cobblepot fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Campbell on the side of the head.#T3#
No joy there for Campbell, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Campbell closes the distance and clinches up with Cobblepot, looking for a takedown. Campbell pushes Cobblepot against the cage but Cobblepot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cobblepot misses with a hook.
Cobblepot throws a hook to the side of Campbell's head but Campbell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Campbell misses with a looping left.
Cobblepot tries a quick counter leg kick but Campbell is wise to it.
Cobblepot lands with a shot to the body.
Campbell scores with a nice right hand.
Cobblepot lands an overhand right.
An inside leg kick lands from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot throws a combination. Campbell tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Cobblepot feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Campbells jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Cobblepot avoids a punch combination nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cobblepot! But no joy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Campbell takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Campbell with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Cobblepot to score with a decent uppercut.
Cobblepot connects with a crisp jab. #T4#
Cobblepot shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A nice leg kick lands there from Campbell.
Cobblepot blocks a jab.
Cobblepot is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Campbell had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Cobblepot swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Campbell misses the target.
Cobblepot throws a right and a left that Campbell avoids nicely.
A punch combination from Campbell misses.
Cobblepot swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Danga de danga de dang - Cobblepot scores with a four punch combination!
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Cobblepot.
Campbell on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Campbell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot wants to land a leg kick but Campbell is out of range.
Campbell takes one to the chin there.
Campbell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Campbell's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cobblepot under the eye.
Campbell changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Cobblepot misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Campbell.
Cobblepot misses the shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oswald Cobblepot dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Campbell as he connects with a hook.
Campbell blocks a low kick nicely.
A slapping leg kick lands for Campbell.
Oswald Cobblepot seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cobblepot scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Campbell doesn't seem bothered though.
Cobblepot tries to bum rush Campbell with a series of wild strikes but Campbell uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cobblepot throws a jab when Campbell was well out of range.
Cobblepot checks a leg kick.
Campbell wants to land a leg kick but Cobblepot is out of range.
Cobblepot listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Campbell connects with a nice looking jab.
Campbell shoots in looking for a takedown but Cobblepot manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Campbell's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Campbell takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Campbell fails with a takedown attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Campbell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cobblepot stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Cobblepot lands with a good body shot.
Campbell tries to land a leg kick but Cobblepot saw it coming and moves away.
Cobblepot throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.
Cobblepot has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Campbell blocks a leg kick.
Campbell lands with a nice body punch. #TD#
Campbell looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Campbell throwing shots but Cobblepot is blocking nicely.
Campbell 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.
Campbell thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Cobblepot's head.
Campbell thows a huge punch but Cobblepot dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Campbell is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cobblepot doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Campbell.
Cobblepot wants to control but Campbell is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Campbell stops Cobblepot from getting back to his feet.
Campbell throwing shots but Cobblepot is blocking nicely.
Cobblepot blocking the ground and pound attempt from Campbell.
Campbell missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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. Campbell connects with a nice short shot to Cobblepot's temple.
Cobblepot keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Campbell throwing shots but Cobblepot is blocking nicely.
Campbell sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cobblepot defending well though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cobblepot is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campbell not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Campbell is looking to take a break and control but Cobblepot is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cobblepot blocking the ground and pound attempt from Campbell.
Campbell winds up and cracks Cobblepot with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Campbell throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Cobblepot to regain full guard.
Stephen Campbell overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Campbell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cobblepot is keeping the position for now.
Campbell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Cobblepot working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campbell.
Campbell cracks Cobblepot with a solid left hand.#T4#
Campbell trying to control but Cobblepot is working from the bottom.
Campbell throws a big elbow that misses.
Cobblepot keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
Campbell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Campbell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot scores with a three punch combo!
Cobblepot takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Cobblepot takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A big left from Campbell misses.
Campbell throws a shot from downtown. Cobblepot moves away and avoids it.
A nice side step and Cobblepot releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that second round.
That's time! Campbell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Cobblepot is just out of range.
Campbell takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Campbell swings for the body but Cobblepot moves out of range.
Campbell misses with a looping right.
Cobblepot throws a half hearted mid kick.
Cobblepot throws a looping overhand right but Campbell ducks down to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Campbell. Cobblepot does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cobblepot looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Campbell connects with a looping right hand.
Cobblepot waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Campbell.
Cobblepot throws a body shot but no joy.
Cobblepot displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Campbell throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cobblepot lands a slapping body shot.
Oswald Cobblepot seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Cobblepot at a distance.
Cobblepot walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Cobblepot slips a straight right by Campbell.
Campbell misses with a left hand
and Cobblepot counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cobblepot ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campbell moves away.#T1#
Cobblepot throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cobblepot cracks Campbell with an open hand slap.
Campbell misses with an uppercut. Cobblepot saw that one coming.
A big right from Cobblepot misses.
Campbell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot slips a straight right by Campbell.
Cobblepot uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Campbell has time to react.
Campbell misses with a body shot.
Campbell tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cobblepot defends well and Campbell ends up having to push Cobblepot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cobblepot takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Cobblepot misses with a kick to the body
and Campbell counters with a nice uppercut.
Cobblepot bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Campbell lands with a nice body punch.
Cobblepot just misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell lands a slapping body shot.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cobblepot as he avoids it easily. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cobblepot jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Campbell tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cobblepot defends well and Campbell ends up having to push Cobblepot into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cobblepot, as that shot connected.
Campbell slips a jab from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Campbell looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown but Cobblepot shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Cobblepot throws a jab but it's blocked by Campbell.
Nice defenses there by Campbell.
Cobblepot misses with a looping right.
Campbell throws a body punch but Cobblepot moves out of range.
Cobblepot looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Campbell shoots for a takedown but Cobblepot saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Campbell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cobblepot.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Cobblepot enables Campbell to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Cobblepot manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Cobblepot wants to sweep but no luck. #ES2#
Cobblepot uses the cage to get back to his feet. #T3#
Campbell cracks Cobblepot with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Campbell doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A left lands for Cobblepot.
Cobblepot works the jab nicely.
Cobblepot misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cobblepot. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Campbell is looking to counter punch.
Cobblepot throws a hook to the side of Campbell's head but Campbell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Campbell feinted with a counter takedown.
Cobblepot avoids the body shot from Campbell.
Cobblepot cracks Campbell with an open hand slap.
Cobblepot comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Cobblepot connects with the punch.
Cobblepot lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Campbell at a distance.
Cobblepot does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A big left from Cobblepot misses. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campbell throws a big shot that misses.
Cobblepot misses the shot to the body.
Campbell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cobblepot waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Campbell.
Campbell drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cobblepot sprawls and moves away.
Cobblepot listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Cobblepot throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Campbell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Campbell throwing a counter right hand but Cobblepot manages to avoid it.
Campbell doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cobblepot bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It seemed like Cobblepot was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Campbell tries to move into range but Cobblepot moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Campbell looks to land a left hand but Cobblepot moved out of range nicely.
Cobblepot wants to land a leg kick but Campbell is out of range.
Cobblepot moves out of range of the body kick.
Cobblepot appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cobblepot keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Campbell.
Cobblepot looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Campbell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Cobblepot steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Campbell lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cobblepot misses with a hook
and Cobblepot takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oswald Cobblepot really 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.
#R4#
Cobblepot misses with a hook. Campbell ducked under it nicely.
Cobblepot scores with a kick to the midsection.
Cobblepot chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Cobblepot moves out of range of the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cobblepot. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cobblepot lands a really nice looking cross but Campbell seems unphased.
Campbell scores with a punch to the head.
A jab lands there for Cobblepot.#TD#
Campbell looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Campbell landing some decent shots from guard.
Cobblepot wants to sweep here but Campbell controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Campbell advances to half guard.
Cobblepot avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Campbell.
Campbell working Cobblepot over with strikes.
Campbell thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Cobblepot trying to control here.
Campbell is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Campbell trying to control from Cobblepot's half guard. Cobblepot has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Campbell throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cobblepot works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Campbell wants to pass the guard but Cobblepot is keeping the position.#T2##ES2#
Cobblepot has his feet on Campbell's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Cobblepot throws a hook but Campbell avoids it easily.
Cobblepot moves out of range as Campbell strikes.
Cobblepot slips under a jab from Campbell.
Cobblepot looks to land a right hand but Campbell moved out of range.
Campbell throwing a counter right hand but Cobblepot manages to avoid it.
Campbell lands a nice shot to the body.
Campbell cracks Cobblepot with an open hand slap.
Cobblepot swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Cobblepot slips a jab from Campbell.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Campbell misses.
Cobblepot is trying to counter with his kicks.
A jab from Campbell misses.
Cobblepot scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Campbell punishes Cobblepot's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Cobblepot throws a body shot but no joy.
Cobblepot misses with a looping left.
Campbell connects with a body shot.
Cobblepot misses with a body kick.
Cobblepot lands an overhand right.
Cobblepot lands with a nice combination. Campbell backs away looking to recover.
Campbell connects with the punch.
Campbell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Campbell wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A jab from Cobblepot finds it's way through Campbell's defenses.
Campbell takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Cobblepot shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Campbell eats them both and turns towards Cobblepot to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cobblepot throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Campbell shoots in for a double leg but Cobblepot sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Campbell lands a really nice looking cross but Cobblepot seems unphased.
Campbell thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Campbell throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cobblepot throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Campbell tries to counter with a takedown but Cobblepot is quick to defend against it.
Cobblepot throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A slapping leg kick lands for Campbell.
Cobblepot swinging wildly here.
Cobblepot keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Campbell.
Cobblepot takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Cobblepot digs a good hook to Campbell's body.
Campbell slips a jab from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot walks into a jab.
Campbell scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Cobblepot just misses with a punch to the body.
Some wild striking there from Campbell.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Oswald Cobblepot will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Cobblepot dips to his left and cracks Campbell with an uppercut!
A head kick misses from Cobblepot.
Campbell misses with an uppercut. Cobblepot saw that one coming.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Cobblepot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Campbell checks a leg kick.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cobblepot manages to avoid it.
A good leg kick by Cobblepot.
Campbell lands a lovely overhand right.
Campbell dives in and grabs Cobblepot's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cobblepot pushes down on Campbell's head and hops out.
Nice jab there from Cobblepot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cobblepot ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campbell moves away.
Donk. Cobblepot catches Campbell right on the button with a cross.
Campbell throws a big shot that misses.
Cobblepot throws a hook but Campbell avoids it easily.
Campbell gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Cobblepot.#T1#
Campbell scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#TD#
Campbell shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Campbell connects with a couple of short punches.
Campbell throwing strikes but missing.
Cobblepot is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Campbell trying to control but Cobblepot is working from the bottom.
Campbell postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Campbell postures up.
Cobblepot looking for a sweep. Not yet Cobblepot, not yet.
Oswald Cobblepot is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Cobblepot is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#ES2#
Cobblepot kicks Campbell off and gets to his feet.
Cobblepot swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Campbell takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Campbell throws out a loose jab but Cobblepot uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cobblepot keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Cobblepot slips under a jab from Campbell.
Cobblepot throws a leg kick but Campbell checks it.
Cobblepot swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range. #T3#
Campbell throws a series of punches but Cobblepot avoids them all with ease.
Campbell slips under a jab from Cobblepot.
Cobblepot is looking to clinch.
Cobblepot fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Campbell manages to avoid it.#TD#
Campbell dives in and scores a takedown into Cobblepot's guard.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Cobblepot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cobblepot avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Stephen Campbell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Campbell with a flurry of punches that miss.
Cobblepot pulls Campbell in close to his closed guard and prevents Campbell from doing any damage or advancing position.
Campbell throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
Cobblepot wants to get back to his feet but Campbell is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Cobblepot is trying to control the position but Campbell postures up.
Campbell scoring with some ground and pound.
Campbell stands up over Cobblepot, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Cobblepot preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Campbell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Campbell trying to control but Cobblepot is working from the bottom.
Campbell is in close to Cobblepot's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Cobblepot has his hands on Campbell's head, controlling the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Oswald Cobblepot.
I think Cobblepot 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 46:49
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 46:49
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oswald Cobblepot!

Oswald Cobblepot is the new middleweight champion!
Oswald Cobblepot 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: OFC 409: Balayan vs Turner     
Date:   Apr 13, 2019
#R1#
Good leg kick by Usikov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Campbell throws a lazy right hand but Usikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Campbell getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Usikov throws the kick towards the body but Campbell avoids it.
Jab from Usikov.
Usikov's coach down at St Petersburg MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Usikov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Usikov thumps Campbell with a low kick.
Campbell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alexander Usikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell lands a nice leg kick that just misses Usikov's sensitive parts.
Campbell scores with a nice head shot.
Usikov throws a hook but Campbell blocks it.
Campbell attempts a counter takedown but Usikov avoids it well and moves away.
Campbell takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Campbell takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Usikov rushes Campbell and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Campbell misses with some punches.
Campbell lands with a left to the head.
Campbell lands a body punch in the clinch.
Campbell has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Usikov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Usikov tries to land a knee to the head but Campbell blocks with his arms.
Still in the clinch, Campbell scores with a nice short uppercut.
Campbell working aggressively here.
Usikov misses with an elbow strike. #T1##TD#
Campbell pulls guard successfully.
Campbell seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Usikov throwing strikes but missing.
Campbell controls Usikov momentarily but Usikov frees himself. #SUB#
Campbell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Usikov is aware though and is defending well.
Usikov trying to stand up but can't free himself from Campbell's guard.#SUB#
Campbell had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Usikov defends it easily.
Usikov throws a big elbow that misses.
Usikov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Usikov preventing the sweep.
Campbell keeping moving, preventing Usikov from controlling successfully.
Campbell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Usikov is one step ahead there.
Usikov wants to control from the top but Campbell keeps moving.
Usikov stopping the sweep attempt from Campbell.#SUB#
Campbell has his foot on Usikov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Usikov works his way back into a safe position though.
Campbell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Usikov is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Usikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campbell looking to control.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell wants to improve his position but instead Usikov has moved into half guard.
Usikov controlling the pace.
Campbell wants to get back to full guard.
Usikov is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Campbell getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Usikov misses with a wild body shot.
Alexander Usikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Usikov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL2#
Usikov has closed the distance and engaged Campbell in a clinch.
Usikov trying to stall but Campbell improves his position.
Usikov with a knee to the head.
Campbell gets through Usikov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Campbell takes a knee right on the jaw!
Usikov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Campbell tries to pull guard but Usikov won't allow it.
Usikov tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #TD#
Campbell pulls Usikov into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Usikov wants to control from the top but Campbell keeps moving.
Campbell is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Usikov preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Usikov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Campbell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Usikov has managed to get both his arms back between Campbell's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Alexander Usikov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Donk. Usikov catches Campbell right on the button with a cross.
Usikov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Usikov wants to clinch up but Campbell keeps it at a distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Usikov misses the target.
Usikov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Campbell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Usikov defending well as Campbell loads up on a big left hand.
Campbell feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Usikov's calf.
Usikov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A looping hook to the body misses from Usikov. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Usikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Campbell.
Usikov misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Usikov misses with a head kick.
Usikov jabs Campbell right on the nose. Campbell blinks but takes it well.
Usikov tries to land a front kick but Campbell steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Campbell throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Campbell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Campbell loads up on a big right hand but Usikov slips the punch.
Usikov throws out a leg kick but Campbell moves out of range and Usikov only half commits.
Campbell tried to score with a low kick but Usikov checks it.
Usikov is looking to land body kicks.
Usikov throws a big shot that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Campbell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Usikov lands with a cross.
Usikov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Campbell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sloppy strikes from Usikov. Those never looked like landing.
Campbell looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Usikov misses with a left hand
and Campbell counters with a good low kick that Usikov was not able to check.
Usikov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Campbell moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Usikov slips under a jab from Campbell.
Usikov throws a right hand that misses
and Campbell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Usikov misses with a body shot
and Campbell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Campbell drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Campbell accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Campbell stays in close to Usikov's body and controls the position.
Campbell connects with a couple of short punches.
Campbell looking to pass the guard.
Campbell is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Campbell stands up over Usikov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Usikov controlling the position.
Usikov keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
Campbell controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Campbell working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Campbell scoring with punches to the head and body. #T3#
Usikov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campbell.
Campbell throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Usikov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Campbell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Campbell pushing down on Usikov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Usikov is looking to escape.
Campbell drops an elbow to the side of Usikov's head.
Usikov is looking to improve his position.
Usikov wants to get back to his feet.
Campbell passes to side control. #T4#
Campbell in side control lands a decent elbow.
Usikov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Campbell is controlling him well.
Usikov is not content to let Campbell control the position.
Usikov is pushing Campbell's head away, looking to escape. Campbell manages to hold on to the position though.
Campbell in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Campbell trying to control the position but Usikov is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Campbell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A big right from Usikov misses.
Campbell scores with a jab to the body.
Campbell throws out a leg kick but Usikov moves out of range and Campbell only half commits.
Campbell cracks Usikov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A low kick from Usikov is predictable there
and Usikov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Campbell misses with a looping right.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Campbell.
Campbell grinds an elbow into Usikov's temple.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell gets to mount! Usikov was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Usikov is trying desperately to improve position.
Campbell with a couple of short strikes.
Campbell 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.#T1#
Usikov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Usikov tries to lock up and control but Campbell gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Campbell tries to control but Usikov wriggling away.
Campbell lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Usikov hang on?
Campbell punishing his opponent with strikes.
Campbell landing strikes, looking to finish!
Usikov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Usikov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Campbell with a couple of short strikes.#T2#
Usikov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Campbell postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Usikov badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Campbell around the waist but Campbell pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Campbell is the winner by TKO! Campbell jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stephen Campbell!
Stephen Campbell is the new middleweight champion!
A very excited looking Stephen Campbell 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: OFC: Blood Night LX     
Date:   Mar 09, 2019
#R1#
Campbell moves out of range of the body kick from Usikov.
Campbell misses with a wild combination.
Usikov is looking to score with low kicks.
Usikov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Campbell throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Campbell looks to throw a body kick
and Usikov counters with a low kick, right behind Campbell 's knee.
Campbell walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Campbell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Usikov scores with a sloppy right hand. Campbell should have avoided that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell throws a leg kick that is checked
and Usikov counters with a thumping low kick.
Usikov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Usikov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Campbell misses with an uppercut. Usikov saw that one coming.
Campbell goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Usikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Campbell throws a hook but Usikov blocks it.
Usikov avoids the body shot from Campbell.
A nice combination there by Usikov.
Campbell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Usikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Usikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Usikov slips under a jab.
Campbell fails with the takedown
and Usikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A big right from Campbell misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Usikov. That's going to slow Campbell down.
A swing and a miss from Usikov.#T2#
Campbell takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Usikov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell lands with an overhand left.
Campbell jabs at Usikov's body.
Usikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Campbell.
Usikov wants to counter the offense by Campbell and move into the clinch position.
Usikov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Usikov throws a jab when Campbell was well out of range.
Usikov's coach down at St Petersburg MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Usikov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Campbell.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice uppercut there from Campbell.
Usikov misses with a head kick. #T3#
Good standup being displayed there by Usikov as he connects with a hook.
Usikov lands an overhand right.
Campbell throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Campbell takes a swing at Usikov's ribcage but misses.
It seemed like Usikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Usikov leaves Campbell with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Usikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Campbell lands with an uppercut that bounces Usikov off the cage and back into range.
Campbell throws a poor cross that misses
and Usikov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Usikov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Campbell had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Usikov jabs at Campbell's body.
Usikov misses with a head kick.
Campbell misses with a hook to the body
and Usikov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Usikov slips under a jab from Campbell.#T4#
Campbell shoots in and drives through. Usikov sprawls well.
Usikov blocks the body kick.
Campbell blocks a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Usikov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Usikov lands a head shot.
Campbell misses with a lunging right hand
and Usikov counters with a good low kick that Campbell was not able to check.
Usikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Campbell is out of range and Usikov settles back down.
Campbell appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A head kick by Campbell misses
and Usikov finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Usikov slips a straight right by Campbell.
Usikov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Usikov scores with a jab.
Campbell thuds a left hand into Usikov's body.
Campbell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Usikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Usikov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Usikov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Usikov stuns Campbell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Usikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Campbell.
Campbell misses with a wild combination.
Usikov blocks a leg kick.
Campbell fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Usikov throws a nice inside leg kick.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Campbell might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Usikov lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Campbell throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Campbell throws out a loose jab but Usikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Usikov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Usikov slaps away a takedown attempt from Campbell, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1#
Usikov throws a lazy right hand but Campbell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A cross from Usikov lands.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Usikov.
Alexander Usikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Usikov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Campbell paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Usikov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Usikov blocks a jab.
Usikov swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Usikov manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Usikov misses the target.
Usikov throws a series of punches but Campbell moves out of range. #TD#
Campbell throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Usikov was covering up waiting for the punch and Campbell finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Usikov is wriggling around but Campbell manages to pass to half guard. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#REVB#
Usikov is not content to let Campbell control the position.
Usikov is looking to control Campbell's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Usikov avoid being mounted?
Usikov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Usikov wants to control but Campbell is keeping busy.
We've been hearing that Campbell has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T3#
Campbell sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Usikov defending well though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Usikov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Campbell.
Usikov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Campbell scores with a couple of nice shots.
Campbell is controlling the pace.
Campbell looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Usikov wants to get back to his feet.
Campbell 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.
Campbell 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.
Campbell prevents Usikov from improving his position.#T4#
Usikov is still trying to improve position.
Campbell missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ground and pound from Campbell.
Campbell looks to land a strike but Usikov avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Campbell not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Usikov is trying to keep Campbell in close.
Campbell scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Usikov keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
Campbell postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice shot lands for Campbell.
Campbell lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Usikov leaves Campbell with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Campbell takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Campbell thows a leg kick but Usikov checks it
and Usikov counters with a nice body kick.
Campbell gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Usikov cracks Campbell with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Campbell misses with a left hand
and Usikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Campbell blocks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Campbell misses the target.#T1#
Usikov moves out of range as Campbell strikes.
Usikov misses with a two punch combination.
Campbell's jab looks to have found its range, popping Usikov under the eye.
Usikov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Usikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Campbell throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Campbell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Usikov moves away.
Usikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Campbell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Campbell appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Campbell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Campbell misses with a looping right.
Usikov ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Campbell scores with a jab to the head.
Alexander Usikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Campbell throws a leg kick but Usikov moved away.
Campbell sets himself, and Usikov steps forward looking for the clinch! Campbell avoids it this time.
Campbell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Usikov swinging wildly here.
A little feinted left hand from Campbell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Campbell tried to score with a low kick but Usikov checks it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Campbell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Usikov misses with an uppercut. Campbell saw that one coming.
Campbell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Usikov moves away.
Usikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Usikov takes one to the side of the head.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Usikov is just out of range.
Campbell connects with the punch.
Campbell tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Campbell misses the target.
Usikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Campbell throws a half hearted mid kick.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Usikov manages to avoid it.
Usikov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Campbell looks for the body kick but Usikov saw that one coming.
Usikov misses with a hook.
Usikov throws a right hand that Campbell ducks under and follows up with a left that Campbell also avoids with ease.
Usikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Campbell.
A head kick misses from Usikov.
Usikov avoids the body shot from Campbell.
Campbell pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Usikov throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.
Usikov walks into a jab.#T4#
Campbell thuds his right hand into Usikov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Campbell is trying hard to land a takedown here. Usikov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Usikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A cross from Usikov lands.
Usikov tries to clinch but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Campbell looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Campbell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Usikov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
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!
Usikov misses with a left hand
and Campbell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Campbell chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Usikov can pounce on him.
Campbell is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Usikov misses with a looping left.
Usikov moves out of range as Campbell throws a body kick.
Campbell shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Usikov defends it nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Stephen Campbell.
I think Campbell 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Stephen Campbell!

After the fight, Stephen Campbell was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: OFC 401: Revival     
Date:   Feb 02, 2019
#R1#
Paunovic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Zoran Paunovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell misses the shot to the body.
A lazy left from Campbell finds it's target.
Paunovic swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell lands an overhand right.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Campbell checks a leg kick.
Paunovic throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Campbell scores with a punch to the head.
Paunovic cracks the inside of Campbell's front leg.
Paunovic tries to score with a low kick but Campbell moves his leg out of the way.
Paunovic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Paunovic checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Campbell takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Paunovic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Campbell throws a body punch but Paunovic moves out of range.
Paunovic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Paunovic misses with a low kick.
Paunovic works Campbell's body with a nice hook.
Paunovic 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.#T1#
Campbell avoids the body shot from Paunovic.
Campbell looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Paunovic is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Campbell rather than just go for the knockout.
Campbell scores with a jab to the head.
Paunovic misses with a wild body shot.
Campbell lands a right hook to the body.
Campbell blocks a leg kick.
Campbell thinks about countering with a body kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Paunovic blocks the leg kick. #TD#
Campbell gets the takedown into side control.
Paunovic is looking for a sweep.
Campbell wants to control but Paunovic is keeping him busy.
Paunovic struggling a bit here.
Paunovic gets back to half guard.
Paunovic on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Paunovic is trying to get back to full guard.
Campbell takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Campbell wants to take a breather but Paunovic is having none of it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Paunovic is looking for a sweep. Campbell is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Campbell not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Campbell is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Paunovic tries to get to full guard but Campbell has control of the leg.
Campbell lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Campbell drops an elbow to the side of Paunovic's head. #T3#
Campbell controlling the pace.
Paunovic has his hands clasped together around Campbell's back. He's all about the action.
Paunovic wants to get back to his feet.
Paunovic flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Campbell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Paunovic keeps working.
Campbell 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.
Paunovic has hold of Campbell's hands but Campbell slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Campbell takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Paunovic tries to get to full guard but Campbell has control of the leg. #T4#
Campbell not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Paunovic is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campbell scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Paunovic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Campbell is looking to pass Paunovic's guard but actually Paunovic recovers to full guard.
Paunovic utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
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 Stephen Campbell 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#
Paunovic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Paunovic takes a swing at Campbell's ribcage but misses.
Paunovic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Campbell staying out of range there.
Paunovic walks into a stiff left hand from Campbell.
Paunovic swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Campbell connects with a crisp jab.
Paunovic throws a jab but it's blocked by Campbell.
An attempted straight right counter from Campbell misses the target.
Paunovic takes a swing at Campbell's ribcage but misses.
Campbell doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Paunovic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Paunovic.#TD#
Campbell throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Paunovic was covering up waiting for the punch and Campbell finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Campbell lands a couple of elbows.
Campbell with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T1#
Paunovic bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Campbell's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Paunovic avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Campbell wants to sweep here but Paunovic controlling him for the moment.
Campbell 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#
Campbell scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Campbell looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell prevents Paunovic from improving his position.
Paunovic pushes Campbell off looking to stand but Campbell dives back in and keeps control. #T2#
Paunovic keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Paunovic is looking to improve his position.
Campbell lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Paunovic wants to improve his position but Campbell is controlling well.
Paunovic on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Paunovic tries to roll over but Campbell keeps him under control.#T3#
Campbell working Paunovic over with strikes.
Campbell trying to control the action but Paunovic is working from the bottom.
Paunovic is looking for a sweep. Campbell is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Campbell scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
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. Campbell connects with a nice short shot to Paunovic's temple.
Campbell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Paunovic can do to turn this around?
Campbell passes to side control.
Campbell is working Paunovic over with some ground and pound from side control. #ROC#
Paunovic is rocked!
A big shot lands for Campbell! That's hurt Paunovic! Will he recover? Campbell fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stephen Campbell!
A less than humble Stephen Campbell misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: OFC 400: Bosch vs Sigit     
Date:   Jan 19, 2019
#R1##TD#
Bateman shoots in and bounces Campbell off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell looking for a sweep. Not yet Campbell, not yet.
Campbell not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Campbell pulls Bateman in to control the position.
Bateman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bateman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Our spies down at at LOD Gym of the Gods inform us that Campbell has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Campbell keeping moving, preventing Bateman from controlling successfully.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bateman slips nicely into half guard.
Campbell wants to control but Bateman is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1##SUB#
Bateman is working for a kimura but Campbell is defending it quite comfortably.
Bateman takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bateman tries to pass to full mount but Campbell defends it.
Campbell regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bateman sitting in guard here, content to control.
Bateman won't allow Campbell to sweep him here.
Bateman trying to control but Campbell is working from the bottom.
Bateman postures up. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Campbell 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#
Campbell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bateman keeps working.
Campbell working over Bateman with some ground and pound. Bateman looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Bateman looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Campbell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bateman keeps working.
Campbell 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.
Bateman is trying to get back to full guard.
Campbell throwing shots but Bateman is blocking nicely. #T3#
Bateman wants to get back to full guard.
Campbell looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Bateman tries to roll over but Campbell keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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. Campbell connects with a nice short shot to Bateman's temple.
Campbell lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bateman is trying to get back to full guard.
Campbell working Bateman over with strikes.
Campbell is thwarting Bateman's attempts to control the position.
Bateman is staying active underneath Campbell, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Bateman has hold of Campbell's hands but Campbell slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Campbell lands with a punch from half guard.
Campbell thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bateman's head.
Campbell not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bateman trying to hold on to Campbell's head to control him but Campbell postures up.
Campbell 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.
Bateman taking some punishment here, with Campbell in his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Campbell thows a huge punch but Bateman dodges it nicely.
Bateman is trying to maintain the position but Campbell is very close to passing his half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Campbell pushes Bateman away with a front kick.
Bateman moves out of range of the leg kick from Campbell.#TD#
Campbell gets caught flat footed, as Bateman shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Bateman trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campbell looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bateman trying to control but Campbell is working from the bottom.
Campbell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bateman is one step ahead there.
Bateman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1##SUB2#
Campbell looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Campbell wants to sweep here but Bateman controlling him for the moment.
Campbell trying to keep a closed guard but Bateman is proving a slippery customer.
Bateman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Campbell trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Campbell has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bateman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Campbell 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.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Campbell can't keep his opponent in guard - Bateman advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bateman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Campbell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bateman in particular looking to stall.
Campbell tries to get to full guard but Bateman has control of the leg. #T3#
Still in half guard, Bateman seems content to control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Campbell tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bateman defends well and Campbell ends up having to push Bateman into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Campbell closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bateman misses with a jab, cross combination.
As Bateman backs off Campbell throws a huge counter combo but Bateman manages to avoid it all.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Bateman is just out of range.
Bateman thuds a left hand into Campbell's body.
Campbell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Bateman.
Bateman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Campbell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bateman takes a swing at Campbell's ribcage but misses.
Bateman throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bateman checks a leg kick.
Campbell throws a body shot but no joy.
Campbell defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bateman.#T4#
Bateman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Campbell.
Bateman throws a jab when Campbell was well out of range.
Campbell moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bateman tries for a takedown but Campbell sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campbell throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A swing and a miss from Bateman.
Campbell on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bateman throws a hook but Campbell avoids it easily.
Campbell moves out of range of the strikes.
Bateman walks into a straight right hand from Campbell.
Bateman just misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Bateman closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Campbell to the mat! Campbell manages to get full guard.
Campbell is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Bateman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Campbell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bateman has managed to get both his arms back between Campbell's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Paddy Bateman dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
A jab from Campbell misses.
Bateman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bateman lands a jab to the head.
Bateman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Paddy Bateman is winning the standup battle so far.
Campbell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bateman.
Campbell gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bateman.#TD2#
Campbell decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Campbell thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bateman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Bateman working for a triangle but Campbell defends it easily.
Campbell postures up and lands a big shot to Bateman's brow. #T1#
Campbell scoring with punches to the head and body.
Campbell throws a big right hand that misses.
Campbell preventing the sweep.
Bateman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Campbell is controlling Bateman's posture.#SUB2#
Campbell had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bateman defends it easily.
Campbell 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.
Bateman passes Campbell's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T2#
Campbell is trying to get back to full guard.
Campbell has his hands clasped together around Bateman's back. He's all about the action.
Campbell trying to control but Bateman postures up.
Bateman sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Campbell is defending against the submission attempts here by Bateman. #T3#
Campbell trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Campbell can't escape the position.
Bateman moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Bateman is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Campbell trying to control but not successfully. #T4#
Campbell prevents Bateman from getting a body triangle.
I really don't envy Campbell right now. #SUB#
Bateman is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Campbell defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Campbell's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Paddy Bateman clearly takes that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Campbell throws a hook but Bateman avoids it easily.
Campbell moves away from the strike by Bateman.
Bateman slips under a jab.
Campbell throws a sloppy head kick and Bateman moves out of range easily.
Bateman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Campbell clobbers Bateman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bateman moves away from the strike by Campbell.
Bateman shoots in but no luck this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bateman thuds his right hand into Campbell's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bateman has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Campbell misses with a straight left.
Bateman takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Bateman. #T1#
Campbell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bateman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Campbell.
Campbell takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bateman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paddy Bateman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bateman ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Campbell misses with a looping left.
Campbell looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bateman fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Bateman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bateman lands with a hook. Campbell tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Campbell misses the body punch
and Bateman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Campbell misses with a low kick as Bateman jumps back.
Bateman throws a right hand that Campbell ducks under and follows up with a left that Campbell also avoids with ease.
Campbell thumps Bateman with a low kick.#T2##TD#
Campbell gets caught flat footed, as Bateman shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Campbell is on top in guard. #REVB#
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Bateman blocks nicely.
Bateman wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Campbell is now in half guard.
Paddy Bateman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bateman keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Campbell is trying to control. Bateman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bateman avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Campbell. #T3#
Bateman tries to get to full guard but Campbell has control of the leg.
Campbell missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bateman tries to roll over but Campbell keeps him under control.
Campbell not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Campbell trying to control from half guard but Bateman is working away.
Campbell winds up and cracks Bateman with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Bateman is looking to improve his position.
Campbell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bateman keeps working. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Campbell is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Bateman works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bateman keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
Bateman has momentary wrist control but Campbell slips an elbow through the middle.
Bateman has momentary wrist control but Campbell slips an elbow through the middle.
Bateman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Campbell manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Bateman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5##TD#
Bateman shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Bateman trying to pass the guard but Campbell defending well.
Bateman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Bateman is looking to take a break and control but Campbell is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell is trying to control but Bateman passes into side control!
Bateman has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Campbell!#SUB#
Bateman has hold of Campbell's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Campbell manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #T1#
Campbell is desperately trying to improve his position but Bateman has a good base and remains in mount.
Campbell is squirming around, avoiding Bateman's attempts to control the action.
Campbell is wriggling around trying to escape.
Campbell keeps trying to improve his position.#T2#
Bateman is looking to work his way around to Campbell's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Bateman is working hard here to advance position.
Campbell slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Campbell is looking to improve his position.
Campbell manages to get to full guard.
Bateman stays in close to Campbell's body and controls the position.
Campbell has control of Bateman's left arm, preventing Bateman from doing any damage. #T3#
Bateman trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campbell is trying to control the position but Bateman postures up.
Campbell tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Campbell is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Campbell controlling Bateman's posture. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bateman avoids a kick to the body.
Bateman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bateman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Campbell lands a leg kick that knocks Bateman off balance momentarily.#T4#
Bateman misses with a jab to the body
and Campbell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Campbell is looking to chop away at Bateman's legs.
Bateman dives in and grabs Campbell's left leg, looking for a takedown. Campbell pushes down on Bateman's head and hops out.
Campbell throws a good cross that connects.
Bateman stuffs the takedown.
Bateman blocks a leg kick.
Bateman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Campbell throws a sloppy body shot
and Bateman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Campbell 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 Bateman has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bateman and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Bateman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bateman stalks Campbell and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Campbell's face. Campbell staggers backwards, shaken.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bateman as he avoids it easily.
Campbell is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bateman lands a two punch combo.
Campbell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bateman swings and misses with a hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Paddy Bateman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bateman 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 48:47
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 48:47
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paddy Bateman!

Paddy Bateman retains his middleweight title!
Paddy Bateman bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: OFC 396: Bosch vs Murphy II     
Date:   Dec 29, 2018
#R1#
Bateman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Campbell manages to avoid it.
Bateman stuns Campbell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bateman scores with a jab. Campbell acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bateman thuds a left hand into Campbell's body.
Bateman throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Campbell counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Bateman keeping hold of Campbell's head, controlling as best he can.
Campbell lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Campbell throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Campbell is trying to control. Bateman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Campbell missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Still in half guard, Campbell seems content to control.
Bateman is pressing down on Campbell's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Campbell trying to control but Bateman is working from the bottom.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Bateman blocks nicely.
Campbell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Campbell 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.
Campbell throws a big right hand that misses.
Campbell with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bateman seems keen to control Campbell's posture.
Bateman wants to sweep but no luck.
Campbell connects with a couple of short punches.
Campbell connects with a couple of short punches.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Bateman blocks nicely. #SUB#
Campbell avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Campbell works over Bateman with some ground and pound from guard.
Campbell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3##SUB#
Bateman has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Campbell is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Bateman.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Campbell lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Campbell throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Bateman is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Campbell off and has taken his back!
Bateman doesn't have the hooks in and Campbell manages to turn into his guard.
Campbell trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Campbell throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Campbell trying to control but Bateman is working from the bottom.
Campbell is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Campbell trying to control but Bateman is working from the bottom. #T4#
Bateman trying to keep a closed guard but Campbell is proving a slippery customer.
Campbell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campbell working some strikes from top position.
Bateman has Campbell pulled in close to control his posture.
Bateman definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bateman is trying to keep Campbell in close.
Bateman pulls Campbell in close to prevent any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell throws a strike but Bateman rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell 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#
Bateman misses with a wild combination.
Campbell is looking to chop away at Bateman's legs.
Bateman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Campbell dodges the punch combination from Bateman.
Campbell works the jab nicely.
Campbell connects with an inside leg kick.
Campbell thumps Bateman with a low kick.
Campbell lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Bateman moves out of range as Campbell throws a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Campbell wants it to stay on the feet.#TD#
Bateman throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Campbell tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bateman is in Campbell's guard.
Stephen Campbell has got the better of the ground game so far.
Campbell is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bateman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Bateman stays in close to Campbell's body and controls the position.
Campbell lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Campbell trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bateman seems keen to control Campbell's posture.
Campbell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bateman is keeping the position for now.
Campbell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bateman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Campbell engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Bateman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Campbell is one step ahead there.
Campbell wants to control from the top but Bateman keeps moving.
Bateman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Campbell manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Campbell has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Bateman is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Campbell.
Campbell is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
Campbell is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Campbell 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.
Campbell keeps trying to improve his position.
Campbell being controlled for a moment.
Bateman works to advance to full mount. Campbell defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Campbell really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Bateman moves to back control.
A lull in the action here.
Good control from Bateman.#T4#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell trying to control the position but Bateman manages to sink in the hooks.
Campbell rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Campbell is trying to control but can't.
Bateman is keen to just control but Campbell is a slippery customer.
Campbell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Still in half guard, Bateman seems content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Paddy Bateman will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Campbell throws a leg kick but Bateman sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bateman lands with a cross.
Bateman throws a looping overhand right but Campbell ducks down to avoid it.
Bateman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Campbell flicks out a counter leg kick but Bateman steps away.
Bateman cracks Campbell with a good jab.
Campbell misses with a hook.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Bateman.
Campbell goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bateman misses with a straight left.
Campbell feints a counter leg kick.
Campbell misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bateman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bateman misses with a body shot
and Campbell counters with a right hand to the body.
Bateman checks the leg kick nicely there.
Campbell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bateman.
Bateman moves out of range as Campbell throws a body kick. #T1#
Campbell tries to score with a low kick but Bateman moves his leg out of the way.
Bateman misses with a series of wild punches.
Campbell's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bateman connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Campbell scrambles back to his feet.
Bateman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Campbell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bateman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bateman connects with a nice looking jab. #TD2#
Campbell decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Bateman is looking to improve his position.
Bateman moves into full guard.
Bateman 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##T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bateman is thwarting Campbell's attempts to control the position.
Campbell works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bateman controlling from the top position.
Bateman won't allow Campbell to sweep him here.
Bateman trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campbell wants to sweep here but Bateman controlling him for the moment.
Campbell trying to control the position. #T3#
Bateman passes Campbell's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Still in half guard, Bateman seems content to control.
Campbell is looking to improve his position.
Campbell is still trying to improve position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bateman controlling the pace.
Campbell wants to get back to full guard.
Bateman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Paddy Bateman is winning the standup battle so far.
Bateman avoids the head kick by Campbell.
Campbell bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bateman's head.
Campbell tries a low kick but Bateman avoids it.
Bateman misses with a takedown attempt - Campbell sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
As Bateman backs off Campbell throws a huge counter combo but Bateman manages to avoid it all.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bateman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Campbell.
Campbell throws a leg kick
and Bateman counters with a left to the body. #TD#
Bateman feints and as Campbell raises his hands in defense, Bateman changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Paddy Bateman clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Bateman ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Campbell throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Campbell.
Bateman scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Campbell doesn't seem bothered though.
A slow jab from Bateman misses its intended target.
Bateman throws a hook to the side of Campbell's head but Campbell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bateman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Campbell.
Bateman swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Campbell. No joy for Bateman on that attempt.
Campbell moves out of range as Bateman strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bateman throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Campbell connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Campbell misses with a head kick.
Bateman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Campbell.
Campbell throws a shot from downtown. Bateman moves away and avoids it.
Bateman slips a jab from Campbell.
Bateman feinted with a counter takedown.#T1#
Campbell throws out a loose jab but Bateman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bateman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bateman scores with a decent looking hook.
Bateman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Campbell as he avoids it easily.
Bateman shoots in for a double leg but Campbell sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Paddy Bateman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bateman shoots in looking for a takedown but Campbell manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bateman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Campbell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Campbell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bateman was well out of range. Poor timing from Campbell.
Bateman connects with a body shot.
Campbell misses with a hook.
A big left from Bateman misses.
Bateman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bateman throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Campbell stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
Campbell moves away from the strike by Bateman.
Bateman looks to throw the jab but Campbell is out of range.
Campbell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Campbell pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bateman fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bateman throws a one two combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campbell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bateman.
Campbell throws a hook to the side of Bateman's head but Bateman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bateman. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Campbell misses with a hook. Bateman ducked under it nicely.
Bateman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bateman missing with a left hand there. Campbell was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Campbell misses with a straight right.
Campbell lands a jab.#T3#
Bateman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Campbell turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Paddy Bateman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bateman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Bateman.
Bateman connects with a body shot.
Bateman connects with a crisp jab.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Bateman.
It seemed like Campbell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Campbell lands a jab to the nose.
Sloppy strikes from Bateman. Those never looked like landing.
Campbell misses with a body kick.
Bateman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Campbell is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A slapping leg kick lands for Campbell.
A jab from Campbell finds it's way through Bateman's defenses. #T4#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Campbell 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 Bateman has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bateman and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bateman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Campbell misses with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bateman shoots for a double leg takedown but Campbell sprawls well. He's pushed Bateman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Campbell feints and then cracks Bateman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bateman down.
Campbell takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bateman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Campbell throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bateman on the side of the head. #TD#
Bateman closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Campbell did well to prevent Bateman getting side control.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Campbell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Bateman is working for a submission of some sort.
Campbell tries to get to full guard but Bateman has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Campbell tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bateman defends well and Campbell ends up having to push Bateman into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bateman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Campbell.
Bateman throws the left hand but Campbell avoids the punch easily.
Campbell looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bateman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Campbell takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bateman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bateman cracks Campbell with a good jab.
Bateman is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Campbell scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bateman. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bateman throws an overhand right that lands on Campbell's shoulder, as Campbell tries to avoid the shot.
Campbell takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD2#
Campbell feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Bateman blocks nicely. #T1#
Bateman is trying to control the position but Campbell postures up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Campbell's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bateman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Campbell works over Bateman with some ground and pound from guard.
Campbell tries to free his leg and advance position but Bateman is retaining full guard.
Bateman is pulling down on Campbell's head. It's preventing any offense from Campbell, at least for the moment.
Bateman trying to control the position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bateman controlling Campbell's posture.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Bateman has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Campbell has passed into side control.
Bateman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Campbell is looking to take a break and control but Bateman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bateman looking for a sweep but Campbell has passed into full mount! Oh no!#T3#
Bateman is trying desperately to improve position.
Bateman taking shots to the head.
Campbell landing strikes from the mount and Bateman is in trouble!
Campbell with the ground and pound from mount.
Campbell is stalling here but it's allowed Bateman to get half guard.
Campbell tries to pass to full mount but Bateman defends it. #T4#
Bateman manages to get to full guard.
Campbell tries to free his leg and advance position but Bateman is retaining full guard.
Bateman trying to control the position.
Campbell is working Bateman over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bateman managing to control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stephen Campbell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Campbell 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 48:48
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 47:48
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 48:48

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Paddy Bateman retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!

 

Event: OFC 391: Isolation     
Date:   Nov 28, 2018
#R1#
Wowie pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A lazy left from Wowie finds it's target.
Campbell misses the shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Wowie.
Campbell lands a jab.
Wowie misses with a series of wild punches.
Campbell attempts a counter takedown but Wowie avoids it well and moves away.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Campbell tries to pull guard but Wowie won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Wowie smiles and moves away.
Wowie shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Campbell counters with a left to the body.
Campbell misses with a low kick.
A left lands for Campbell.
Wowie throws a right and a left that Campbell avoids nicely. #T1#
Campbell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wowie.
Wowie misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Wowie walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Campbell checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #TD#
Campbell closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Campbell lands in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell distracts Wowie with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Campbell sitting in guard here, content to control.
Wowie keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campbell stops Wowie from standing up. #ES2#
Wowie has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Campbell is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Campbell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Campbell throws a head punch that misses.
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Campbell.
Wowie blocking some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Wowie manages to break the clinch.
Wowie will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Campbell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A punch combination from Wowie misses.
Maui Wowie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab by Campbell.
Wowie on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Campbell. Campbell obviously looking to wear him down.
Wowie takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Campbell throws a series of punches but Wowie avoids them all with ease. #TD#
Campbell scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES2#
Wowie kicks Campbell off and gets back to his feet.
Wowie darts in looking for a takedown but Campbell gets double underhooks and turns Wowie into the cage. #T3#
A combination from Wowie does no damage.
Campbell fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Wowie.
Campbell lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Campbell connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Wowie misses with a head kick.
Some wild striking there from Wowie. #TD2#
Wowie closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Campbell tries to buck Wowie off but Wowie is having none of it.
Campbell manages to get back to half guard.
Campbell slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Campbell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wowie is one step ahead there.
Campbell seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wowie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Campbell is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Campbell tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Campbell is working hard here to advance position.
Campbell working a defensive guard here.
Wowie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Campbell swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wowie trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Wowie forces his way into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Maui Wowie will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Wowie throws a combination. Campbell tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Campbell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wowie moves away.
Wowie swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Maui Wowie is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wowie takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wowie connects with a leg kick. Campbell looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Campbell throws a head kick that half lands.
Wowie lands with a kick to the temple. Campbell shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Wowie dives in for a single leg takedown but Campbell sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Campbell dodges the punch combination from Wowie.
Campbell misses with a hook.
Wowie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wowie misses with a two punch combination.
Campbell throws a combination. Wowie tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Wowie misses with a double jab
and Campbell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wowie manages to avoid it.
Campbell scores with a head kick. Wowie tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Wowie throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Campbell takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CL#
Campbell closes the distance and clinches.
Campbell misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD#
Campbell has clasped his hands together around Wowie's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Wowie wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Wowie is not content to let Campbell control the position.
Wowie managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Campbell.
Campbell slows the pace down.
Wowie wants to get back to his feet but Campbell drags him back down.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campbell in side control, throwing shots but Wowie defends.
Campbell tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB#
Campbell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wowie has escaped the position, nice work there.
Wowie is trying to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Wowie explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Wowie.
Campbell scores with a hook.
Wowie throws a series of punches but Campbell avoids them all with ease.
Wowie will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Campbell appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Wowie shoots in looking for a takedown. Campbell tries to sprawl out of it but Wowie keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Campbell manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Stephen Campbell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maui Wowie.
Campbell lands with an overhand left.#T3##CL2#
Wowie closes the distance and pushes Campbell back into the cage.
Campbell tries to work over Wowie's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Campbell pushes Wowie back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Campbell takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Campbell is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Campbell misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell has a couple of punches blocked by Wowie.
Campbell misses with a punch on the inside.
Wowie is trying to break free.#T4#
Campbell tries to throw a body punch but Wowie avoids it by throwing Campbell back against the cage.
Campbell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Campbell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Campbell scores with a nice hook to the head.
Campbell jumps guard but Wowie turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Wowie can't break the clinch.
Campbell lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Campbell keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Wowie's efforts to push away.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wowie.
Campbell working aggressively here. #BC2#
Wowie's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Wowie swinging wildly here.
That kick from Campbell tenderised Wowie's leg. Wowie is trying to keep his angry face on.
Wowie will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wowie manages to avoid it.#TD#
Wowie gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Campbell to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Wowie blocks nicely.
Our spies down at at Big Bear Fight Factory inform us that Wowie has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Campbell trying to control but Wowie is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wowie is keeping the position for now.
Wowie avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Campbell throwing strikes but missing.
Campbell trying to control but Wowie is working from the bottom. #T1#
Wowie has momentary wrist control but Campbell slips an elbow through the middle.
Campbell postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Campbell prevents Wowie from getting back to his feet.
Maui Wowie has got the better of the ground game so far.
Campbell scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Campbell stops Wowie from standing up.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Wowie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wowie is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Campbell is controlling him.
Campbell is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Wowie avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Campbell makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Wowie is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Campbell lands a couple of digs.#T2#
Campbell trying to control but Wowie is working from the bottom.
Wowie is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Wowie blocks nicely.
Campbell cracks Wowie with a solid left hand.
Campbell chips away with some ground and pound.
Campbell throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Campbell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wowie swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wowie wants to stand and escape but Campbell is having none of it.
Campbell working some strikes from top position.
Wowie wants to get back to his feet but Campbell is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES2#
Wowie has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Campbell is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T3#
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Wowie blocking some punches.
Campbell swings wildly with an uppercut but Wowie uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wowie working hard to break the clinch.
Wowie working hard to break the clinch.
Wowie's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Campbell fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Campbell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Campbell lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wowie. #T4#
Wowie wants to get back to striking at distance but Campbell won't allow it.
Campbell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A bit of stalling here from Campbell.
Campbell'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.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Campbell for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Campbell throws a head punch that misses.
Campbell tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Campbell misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wowie prevents a body shot from Campbell.
Campbell tries for a takedown but Wowie manages to get underhooks.
Campbell is working for takedown but Wowie is calmly controlling the position for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stephen Campbell showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Campbell 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 William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stephen Campbell!

A very excited looking Stephen Campbell 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: OFC 388: Gray vs Garbutt II     
Date:   Nov 10, 2018
#R1#
Bounty throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Campbell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Campbell cracks a nice hook into Bounty's ribs.
Bounty has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Bounty slips a jab from Campbell.
Bounty throws out a powerful jab.
Campbell throws a combination that misses
and Bounty counters with a stiff right hand.
Campbell sizes up Bounty with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Campbell misses with a leg kick
letting Bounty counter with a right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bounty.
Bounty walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bounty lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campbell throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bounty flicks out a counter leg kick but Campbell steps away.
Bounty fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Campbell has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Campbell misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bounty! But no joy.
Campbell scores with a nice right hand.
Bounty sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#T1#
Campbell takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bounty has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Campbell.
Campbell scores with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Campbell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bounty is looking for the big counter here.
Campbell connects with the punch.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bounty.
Campbell changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A swing and a miss from Campbell.
Campbell backing away here, and Bounty unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Campbell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bounty. That's going to slow Campbell down.
Bounty scores with a hook to the body. Campbell takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bounty takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bounty misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Campbell throws a body punch but Bounty moves out of range.
Bounty lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T2#
Campbell throws a looping overhand right but Bounty ducks down to avoid it.
Jamie Bounty is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bounty.
Bounty throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Campbell throws a chopping leg kick but Bounty manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bounty uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Campbell.
Bounty keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Campbell.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bounty.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bounty.
Bounty on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bounty moves out of range of the leg kick from Campbell.
Bounty cracks Campbell with a good jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Campbell as he connects with a hook.
Campbell tries to land a front kick but Bounty steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Campbell comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3#
Bounty looks to land a right hand but Campbell moved out of range.
The fighters circling - Bounty throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Campbell misses with a kick to the body.
Campbell looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#TD#
Campbell dives in and scores a takedown into Bounty's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Campbell's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Campbell looking to sit in guard and control but Bounty gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Bounty slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Bounty got a little sloppy there for a moment and Campbell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bounty has managed to get both his arms back between Campbell's legs - danger averted.
Bounty 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. #T4#
Campbell looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Campbell looking for a guillotine here but Bounty defends easily.
Bounty stopping the sweep attempt from Campbell.
Bounty wants to pass the guard but Campbell is keeping the position.#SUB#
Campbell looking for subs off his back but Bounty has passed one foot through into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Campbell manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Campbell throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bounty turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Campbell just misses with a punch to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Bounty.
Bounty feints and then cracks Campbell's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Campbell down.
Bounty throws a solid leg kick but Campbell takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bounty.
Campbell throws a body shot but no joy.
Bounty looks to score with a jab to the body but Campbell is just out of range.
Campbell misses with a wild body shot.
Bounty doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bounty checks a low kick from Campbell.
Campbell swings for the body but Bounty moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Bounty's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Campbell connects with a high kick.
Bounty throws a leg kick #TD#
and Campbell decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bounty's guard.#T1#
Campbell won't allow Bounty to sweep him here.
Bounty trying to control the position here.
Campbell throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've been hearing that Campbell has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Bounty managing to control the position.
Campbell trying to control but Bounty is working from the bottom.
Campbell in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Campbell scoring with some ground and pound.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Bounty blocks nicely. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Campbell slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Stephen Campbell overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Campbell goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bounty has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Campbell but great work by Bounty.
Campbell gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Bounty is trying to control the action in half guard but Campbell is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Campbell is looking for a sweep. Bounty is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bounty slows the pace down in half guard.
Campbell is trying to maintain the position but Bounty is very close to passing his half guard.
Bounty prevents Campbell from improving his position.#T3##SU2#
Bounty escapes and gets back to his feet.
Campbell moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Campbell closes the distance and pushes Bounty back into the cage.#BC2#
Bounty breaks the clinch.
Campbell throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bounty counters with a good low kick that Campbell was not able to check.
Campbell scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bounty in his tracks.
Bounty looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bounty takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bounty throws a half hearted mid kick.
The crowd cheers as Campbell lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bounty doesn't seem phased though.
Nice body kick from Bounty.#T4#
Bounty takes a swing at Campbell's ribcage but misses.
Bounty looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Campbell throws the kick towards the body but Bounty avoids it.
Campbell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bounty tries to avoid it but Campbell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bounty to the ground. Bounty escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bounty unleashes a big counter combination but Campbell bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#TD#
Campbell closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bounty's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bounty is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bounty trying to keep a closed guard but Campbell is proving a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Bounty throws a big shot that misses.
Campbell takes a jab right on the kisser.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Campbell checks a leg kick.
Campbell clobbers Bounty with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Campbell swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bounty counters with a straight right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bounty.
Bounty throws a leg kick but Campbell moved away.#TD#
Campbell gets the takedown into side control. #ES2#
Bounty sneaks out the side door and pushes Campbell away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Campbell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Stephen Campbell is winning the standup battle so far.
Campbell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bounty was well out of range. Poor timing from Campbell.
Campbell scores with a hook.
Campbell smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Campbell lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Campbell throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bounty.
Bounty throws a right and a left that Campbell avoids nicely.
Bounty fakes the leg kick and cracks Campbell in the body.
Bounty misses with a two punch combination.
Bounty will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Campbell throws a lazy uppercut
and Bounty counters with a straight right hand.
Campbell slips a jab from Bounty.
Campbell wants to slow Bounty down by chopping away at his legs.
Campbell throws a series of punches but Bounty avoids them all with ease.
Campbell lands a jab to Bounty's midsection.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bounty darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Campbell throws a shot from downtown. Bounty moves away and avoids it.
Bounty appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jamie Bounty has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bounty misses with a hook.
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!
Bounty checks a low kick from Campbell.
Campbell backing away here, and Bounty unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bounty lands a leg kick that knocks Campbell off balance momentarily.
Campbell with a hook.
A jab from Campbell misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Campbell checks a leg kick.
Campbell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bounty tries a low kick but Campbell avoids it.
Bounty throws a nice looking combination but Campbell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Campbell scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bounty takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Bounty misses the target.
Bounty moves out of range of the body kick from Campbell.
Stephen Campbell is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Campbell looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Campbell connects with a right hand. Bounty shakes it off.
Campbell lands a nice hook to Bounty's body. Bounty takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Campbell misses with a hook. Bounty ducked under it nicely.
Bounty throws a leg kick but Campbell sees it coming and moves out of range.
Campbell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Campbell misses with a body shot.
Bounty throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Campbell moves out of range as Bounty strikes.
Campbell is looking to counter punch.
Bounty defending well as Campbell loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Campbell defending well as Bounty loads up on a big left hand.
Bounty dips to his left and cracks Campbell with an uppercut!
Bounty will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Campbell attempts a counter takedown but Bounty avoids it well and moves away.
A nice inside leg kick there by Campbell. That's going to slow Bounty down.
Bounty takes one on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campbell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bounty tries to avoid it but Campbell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bounty to the ground. Bounty escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bounty appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Campbell is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bounty jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Campbell misses with a body shot.
Campbell dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bounty. That did some damage!
Bounty throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bounty chopping away at his opponent's legs.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stephen Campbell!

Stephen Campbell 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 254     
Date:   Oct 27, 2018
#R1#
Campbell misses with a wild body shot.
Puzo missing with a left hand there. Campbell was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Puzo jabs at Campbell's body.
Campbell scores with a hook.#CL2#
Puzo moves into the clinch.
Campbell tries to work over Puzo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Puzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Campbell uses good head movement to avoid it.
Campbell lands a hook to the side of the head.
A body shot lands from Campbell.
Campbell lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Puzo backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Campbell.
We've been informed that Puzo has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Puzo blocks a body shot from Campbell.
Campbell can't find room to land a body shot as Puzo controls the action. #TD#
Campbell ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Campbell no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Puzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campbell 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.#T1#
Puzo throws a big elbow that misses.
Campbell is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Puzo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Campbell wants to sweep here but Puzo controlling him for the moment.
Puzo trying to control but Campbell is working from the bottom.
Campbell avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Puzo won't allow Campbell to sweep him here.
Puzo passes Campbell's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Campbell moves into full guard.
Campbell can't keep his opponent in guard - Puzo advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Campbell is looking for a sweep. Puzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Campbell is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at LOD Gym of the Gods, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB#
Campbell looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Puzo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Puzo is looking to advance position but Campbell won't allow it.
Puzo sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Campbell defending well though.
Puzo looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Campbell is pressing down on Puzo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Puzo tries to free his leg and advance position but Campbell is retaining full guard.
Puzo preventing the sweep.
Campbell utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Puzo wants to control from the top but Campbell keeps moving.
Puzo throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Campbell 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.
Puzo in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Campbell avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Campbell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Puzo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Puzo connects with a couple of short punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Puzo postures up in Campbell's guard and throws a big left but Campbell blocks it.
Puzo stopping the sweep attempt from Campbell.
Puzo postures up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Puzo slips under a jab.
Puzo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Campbell.
Puzo digs a good body shot into Campbell's ribs.
Puzo tries to clinch but Campbell is having none of it. #T4#
Campbell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Puzo.
Campbell looks for the body kick but Puzo saw that one coming.
Puzo moves out of range as Campbell throws a body kick.
Campbell takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Puzo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#TD#
Campbell drives through with a takedown into guard.
Puzo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Puzo seems keen to control Campbell's posture.
Campbell throws a big right hand that misses.
Campbell postures up in Puzo's guard and throws a big left but Puzo blocks it.
Campbell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Campbell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Campbell trying to control but Puzo is working from the bottom.
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 Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Puzo throws a sloppy head kick and Campbell moves out of range easily.
Campbell looks to throw the jab but Puzo is out of range.
Puzo throws a jab but it's blocked by Campbell.
Campbell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Puzo thinks about the counter body kick.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Puzo.
Campbell half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL#
Campbell fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Puzo, pushing him back against the cage.
Puzo lands a shoulder strike.
Puzo blocks an uppercut.
Puzo misses with a body punch.
Puzo stalling.
Campbell has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Puzo after a bit of a struggle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puzo struggles to land a body shot inside as Campbell controls his hands.
Campbell wants a takedown.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Puzo.
Puzo throws a head punch that misses.
Campbell blocking some punches.
Campbell blocks a body shot from Puzo. #T1#
Campbell looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Puzo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Puzo.
Puzo tries to throw a body punch but Campbell avoids it by throwing Puzo back against the cage.
Puzo blocks a body shot from Campbell.
Puzo blocking some punches.
Campbell blocks an uppercut.
Puzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD#
Campbell jumps guard.
Puzo trying to control but Campbell is working from the bottom.
Puzo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Campbell working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Puzo.
Campbell 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#
Campbell missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Puzo keeping control of the position. #T2##SUB#
Puzo is defending against the submission attempts here by Campbell.
Puzo tries to roll over but Campbell keeps him under control.
Puzo gets full guard.
Puzo is trying to control the position but Campbell postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Puzo is on top in guard. #REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Puzo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Campbell swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Campbell keeping moving, preventing Puzo from controlling successfully. #T3#
Campbell wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Campbell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Puzo is aware though and is defending well.
Puzo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Campbell trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Campbell 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.
Puzo in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Campbell trying to keep a closed guard but Puzo is proving a slippery customer.
Campbell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Puzo is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Campbell is looking for a triangle but Puzo pushes his legs off easily.
Puzo stopping the sweep attempt from Campbell.#SUB#
Campbell has an active guard here but Puzo has managed to pass into half guard.
Puzo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T4#
Puzo missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Campbell is looking to improve his position.
Campbell is refusing to be controlled, as Puzo sits in half guard.
Campbell slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Stephen Campbell overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Puzo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Campbell is keeping the position for now.
Puzo won't allow Campbell to sweep him here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Puzo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell wants to improve his position but instead Puzo has moved into half guard. #SUB#
Campbell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Puzo slips a nice elbow through Campbell's hands, connecting with Campbell's forehead.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Puzo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3##CL2#
Puzo takes the fight into the clinch.
Campbell tries to pull guard but Puzo forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Puzo struggles to land a body shot inside as Campbell controls his hands.
Campbell is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Puzo is defending well.
Puzo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Puzo tries a body shot but Campbell blocks it.
Puzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Puzo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Puzo.
Puzo lands with a right to the head.
Puzo misses with a punch to the body.
Mario Puzo seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Puzo tries to work over Campbell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Puzo.
Campbell prevents a body shot from Puzo.
Puzo lands a hook that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
Campbell cracks Puzo with a nice body shot.
Campbell throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Campbell misses with some punches. #T1#
Puzo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Campbell working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Campbell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Campbell jumps guard but Puzo stands there with Campbell around his waist. Campbell gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell tries to score a body lock takedown but Puzo shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Puzo tries to throw a body punch but Campbell avoids it by throwing Puzo back against the cage.
Puzo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
Campbell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Campbell lands with a right to the head.
Puzo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Puzo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Campbell can't find room to land a body shot as Puzo controls the action.
Puzo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Campbell tries to pull guard but Puzo forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Puzo tries to throw a body punch but Campbell avoids it by throwing Puzo back against the cage.
Puzo doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Campbell can't find room to land a body shot as Puzo controls the action.
Campbell blocks a body shot from Puzo.
Campbell misses with some punches.
Campbell lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Puzo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Campbell's elbow.
Puzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Campbell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Puzo throws a punch but it's blocked by Campbell.
A hook to the body from Puzo.
Campbell presses Puzo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Campbell throws a head punch that misses.
Puzo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Puzo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
Puzo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Campbell's elbow.
Campbell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Puzo to keep the fight standing.
Puzo can't find room to land a body shot as Campbell controls the action.
Puzo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A nice right hand lands inside from Puzo.
Puzo prevents the takedown attempt. #T3#
A body shot lands from Puzo.
Puzo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Campbell prevents a body shot from Puzo.
Puzo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Puzo prevents a body shot from Campbell.
Puzo can't find room to land a body shot as Campbell controls the action.
Campbell prevents a body shot from Puzo.
Puzo tries a body shot but Campbell blocks it.
Puzo lands with a short shot to the head.
Campbell throws a punch but it's blocked by Puzo.
Campbell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Puzo.
Campbell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Campbell is stalling here.
Puzo tries to work over Campbell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Puzo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Nice body punch from Puzo - that landed with a thud.
Puzo gets through Campbell's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Puzo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Puzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Campbell being controlled against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Puzo tries a body shot but Campbell blocks it.
Nice body punch from Puzo - that landed with a thud.
Campbell misses with a hook from the clinch.
Campbell tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Puzo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Puzo misses with a body punch.
Puzo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Puzo.
Puzo has a couple of punches blocked by Campbell.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Puzo really 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.
#R4#
Campbell keeps the fight on the outside.
Puzo scores with a kick to the body.
Jab, jab by Campbell - just one landing.
Campbell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Puzo.
A quick step to the side and Campbell tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Campbell misses with a takedown attempt - Puzo sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Campbell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Puzo.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Puzo! But no joy.
Mario Puzo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A punch combination from Puzo misses.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Puzo. Campbell shrugs it off though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puzo throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Campbell keeps the fight on the outside.
Puzo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Campbell stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Puzo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Puzo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Puzo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Campbell circles away quickly and effectively.
Puzo lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #CL2#
Puzo clinches up against the cage.
Puzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Good body shot from Puzo.
Puzo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Puzo tries a body shot but Campbell blocks it.
Campbell jumps guard but Puzo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A shot in the inside from Puzo.
Puzo prevents a body shot from Campbell.
A head punch on the inside from Puzo fails to land.
Campbell can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Puzo.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Puzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Puzo throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Puzo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Campbell prevents a body shot from Puzo.
Puzo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Puzo blocks an uppercut.
Campbell manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Puzo gets through Campbell's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Campbell misses with a hook to the ribs.
A hook to the body from Puzo.
Still in the clinch, Puzo scores with a nice short uppercut.
A hook to the body from Puzo.
Puzo blocks a body shot from Campbell.
Campbell blocks a body shot from Puzo. #T3#
Puzo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
Puzo struggles to land a body shot inside as Campbell controls his hands.
Puzo lands with a short shot to the head.
A shot in the inside from Puzo.
Puzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Puzo tries to stall but Campbell uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Puzo takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Puzo slows down the pace here.
Campbell throws a head punch that misses.
Puzo is leaning against Campbell and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Campbell throws a head punch that misses.
Puzo prevents a body shot from Campbell.
Stalling in the clinch from Puzo.
Campbell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Puzo's elbow. #T4#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Campbell.
Puzo working aggressively here.
Puzo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Puzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Puzo lands with a left to the head.
Puzo digs a right hand into Campbell's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Campbell's gas tank.
Puzo lands a right hand.
Puzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Puzo lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Puzo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Campbell tries to pull guard but Puzo forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Campbell pushes Puzo back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Puzo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Puzo tries to work over Campbell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Campbell jumps guard but Puzo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Campbell goes for a takedown attempt but Puzo pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Campbell on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Puzo dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Campbell throws a lazy right hand but Puzo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Campbell takes one on the button.
A jab from Campbell misses.
Puzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Campbell.
Puzo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Puzo throws a body punch but Campbell moves out of range.
Puzo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Campbell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Puzo clinches up against the cage.
Puzo presses Campbell against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Campbell misses with a punch on the inside.
Puzo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1#
Campbell blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Puzo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hand to the body from Campbell.
Puzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Campbell uses good head movement to avoid it.
Campbell fails to pull guard.
A short uppercut from Puzo.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Campbell can't find room to land a body shot as Puzo controls the action.
Puzo struggles to land a body shot inside as Campbell controls his hands.
Campbell throws a punch but it's blocked by Puzo.
Campbell blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Campbell working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Puzo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Campbell tries a body shot but Puzo blocks it.
Puzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Campbell misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mario Puzo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
A body shot lands from Puzo.
Campbell lands a right hand that snaps the head of Puzo backwards.
Campbell lands a hook that snaps the head of Puzo backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Puzo.
A short right from Campbell.
Campbell throws a punch but it's blocked by Puzo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Puzo.
Puzo blocks a body shot from Campbell.
Campbell lands with a light punch inside.
Campbell misses with the head strike. #T3#
Campbell can't find room to land a body shot as Puzo controls the action.
Puzo tries to throw a body punch but Campbell avoids it by throwing Puzo back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Puzo.
Campbell working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Campbell tries to throw a body punch but Puzo avoids it by throwing Campbell back against the cage.
Stephen Campbell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Puzo prevents a body shot from Campbell.
Campbell lands a left hand that snaps the head of Puzo backwards.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Campbell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Puzo's elbow.
Campbell misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Campbell misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Puzo to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell tries to pull guard but Puzo forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Campbell lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Puzo backwards.
Campbell tries a body shot but Puzo blocks it.
Campbell blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Puzo on the inside.
Campbell can't find room to land a body shot as Puzo controls the action.
Campbell scores with a nice hook to the head.
Campbell misses with a shot to the kidneys.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stephen Campbell showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Puzo has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 47:48
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 47:48
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 47:48

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

 

Event: GC 249     
Date:   Oct 10, 2018
#R1#
Dangerous Jr defending well as Campbell loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Dangerous Jr has managed to clinch.
Campbell is stalling here.
Campbell avoiding damage as Dangerous Jr throws knees to the body.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Dangerous Jr tries to work over Campbell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dangerous Jr trying to land knees to the body.
Dangerous Jr blocks a body shot from Campbell.
Campbell is looking to control Dangerous Jr's arms but Dangerous Jr gets an underhook and turns him. Now Campbell has his back to the cage.
Dangerous Jr working aggressively here.
Campbell tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Campbell.
Campbell presses Dangerous Jr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC#
Dangerous Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Campbell swats away the attempt to clinch by Dangerous Jr.#T1#
Campbell feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Dangerous Jr's calf.
Campbell dodges the punch combination from Dangerous Jr.
Dangerous Jr moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Campbell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sloppy strikes from Campbell. Those never looked like landing.
Campbell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fighters circling - Dangerous Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Campbell swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dangerous Jr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Johnny Dangerous Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dangerous Jr throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Campbell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A combination from Dangerous Jr does no damage.
Campbell throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
An attempted straight right counter from Dangerous Jr misses the target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dangerous Jr throws out the jab.
Dangerous Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Campbell's shoulder, as Campbell tries to avoid the shot.
It seemed like Campbell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Campbell scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T2#
The crowd cheers as Dangerous Jr lands an impressive looking overhand right. Campbell doesn't seem phased though.
Dangerous Jr has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Nuclear Physiques in the buildup to the fight.
Campbell takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Dangerous Jr looks to throw the jab but Campbell is out of range.
Campbell flicks out a counter leg kick but Dangerous Jr steps away.
Campbell changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Campbell scores with a takedown into Dangerous Jr's guard.
Campbell tries to free his leg and advance position but Dangerous Jr is retaining full guard.
Dangerous Jr knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Campbell on the ground.
Campbell throws a strike but Dangerous Jr rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Campbell is on top in guard. #REVB#
Campbell is looking to pass into half guard but Dangerous Jr pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Dangerous Jr is in guard.#REVR#
Campbell is trying to keep Dangerous Jr in close. #SUB2#
Campbell looking for a guillotine here but Dangerous Jr defends easily.
Campbell working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dangerous Jr. #T3#
Dangerous Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Dangerous Jr trying to control but Campbell is working from the bottom.
Dangerous Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Campbell works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Campbell is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Dangerous Jr has his hands clasped together but Campbell extends and breaks Dangerous Jr's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Campbell.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Stephen Campbell!
A very excited looking Stephen Campbell 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: GC 244     
Date:   Sep 22, 2018
#R1#
Campbell dives in for a single leg takedown but Sinytsyn sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Campbell fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Campbell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sinytsyn.
A left lands for Sinytsyn.
A slow jab from Sinytsyn misses its intended target.
Left hook, right uppercut from Sinytsyn.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Campbell 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 Sinytsyn has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sinytsyn and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sinytsyn takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Campbell throws a leg kick which misses Sinytsyn's front leg but catches the back leg as Sinytsyn tries to avoid it.
Sinytsyn fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sinytsyn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Campbell.
Sinytsyn let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sinytsyn scores with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell needs to keep his hands up - Sinytsyn had a free shot at his head there.
Sinytsyn lands a nice hook to Campbell's body. Campbell takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sinytsyn connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sinytsyn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sinytsyn looks to score with a jab to the body but Campbell is just out of range.
Sinytsyn lands with a right hand. #T1#
Sinytsyn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Sinytsyn.
Campbell takes a swing at Sinytsyn's ribcage but misses.
Sinytsyn scores with a jab.
Campbell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
We've been hearing reports that Campbell has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Sinytsyn moved away.
Campbell takes one on the button.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Campbell.
Sinytsyn throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.
Sinytsyn gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Campbell blocks the body kick.
Campbell feints and then cracks Sinytsyn's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sinytsyn down.
Campbell tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sinytsyn swivels and escapes.
Sinytsyn is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Sinytsyn is looking to clinch.
Sinytsyn ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Sinytsyn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sinytsyn walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sinytsyn lands an overhand right.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Campbell tries to land a leg kick but Sinytsyn saw it coming and moves away.
Campbell dodges the punch combination from Sinytsyn. #T2#
Sinytsyn ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Sinytsyn.
Campbell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sinytsyn moves away.
Campbell misses with a takedown attempt - Sinytsyn sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sinytsyn lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Sinytsyn misses with a body shot
and Campbell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Campbell misses the jab.
Campbell looks to land a left hand but Sinytsyn moved out of range nicely.
It seemed like Sinytsyn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sinytsyn lands a nice shot to the body.
Campbell takes a swing at Sinytsyn's ribcage but misses.
Sinytsyn stuns Campbell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Aleksandr Sinytsyn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Campbell darts in looking for a takedown but Sinytsyn gets double underhooks and turns Campbell into the cage.
Sinytsyn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Campbell manages to avoid it.
Campbell lands with a hook. Sinytsyn tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T3#
Campbell looks to land a right hand but Sinytsyn moved out of range.
Sinytsyn ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sinytsyn! But no joy.
A telegraphed right hand from Sinytsyn misses the target.
Campbell throws a body shot but no joy.
Sinytsyn has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Sinytsyn misses with a head kick.
Sinytsyn looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Campbell attempts a counter takedown but Sinytsyn avoids it well and moves away.
Sinytsyn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Campbell manages to avoid it.
Sinytsyn fails with an attempt to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Campbell. Sinytsyn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sinytsyn misses with an uppercut.
Sinytsyn scores with a jab to the body.
Sinytsyn throws a body punch but Campbell moves out of range.
Sinytsyn jabs at Campbell's body.
Sinytsyn lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Campbell backs up against the cage.
Campbell closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Campbell fails with the takedown.#T4#
Campbell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sinytsyn moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sinytsyn staying out of range there.
Campbell attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Campbell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sinytsyn misses with a lunging right hand
and Campbell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Campbell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sinytsyn.
Campbell is looking to counter punch.
Aleksandr Sinytsyn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sinytsyn ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#TD#
Sinytsyn gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Campbell stops Sinytsyn from standing up.
Sinytsyn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Campbell is one step ahead there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sinytsyn wants to get back to his feet but Campbell is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Campbell 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.

Aleksandr Sinytsyn dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Sinytsyn misses the shot to the body.
Campbell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sinytsyn.
Aleksandr Sinytsyn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Campbell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A chopping leg kick lands by Campbell.
Sinytsyn fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sinytsyn takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sinytsyn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Campbell tries to bum rush Sinytsyn with a series of wild strikes but Sinytsyn uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sinytsyn lands a nice shot that snaps Campbell's head back.
A slow jab from Campbell misses its intended target.
Sinytsyn connects with a body shot that sends Campbell's belly button to the back.
Sinytsyn tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Campbell manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Campbell's corner calls for a 1-2. Campbell obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Campbell takes a swing at Sinytsyn's ribcage but misses.
Sinytsyn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sinytsyn's jab looks to have found its range, popping Campbell under the eye.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campbell takes one on the button.
Campbell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sinytsyn moves away.
Campbell throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1#
Campbell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sinytsyn.
Campbell shoots for a double leg takedown but Sinytsyn sprawls well. He's pushed Campbell's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Campbell slips a straight right by Sinytsyn.
Sinytsyn scores with a jab.#CL2#
Sinytsyn drives through and clinches with Campbell against the cage.
Sinytsyn scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Campbell pushes Sinytsyn back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sinytsyn scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Campbell breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Campbell darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sinytsyn wants to get back to his feet.
Campbell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sinytsyn keeps working.
Sinytsyn is trying to stand back up but Campbell is controlling him #T2##SUB#
Campbell is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sinytsyn has managed to free his arm - good work.
Campbell lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Sinytsyn wants to get back to his feet.
Campbell looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Campbell not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Campbell seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Sinytsyn is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Stephen Campbell!
After the fight, Stephen Campbell was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: GC 231     
Date:   Aug 11, 2018
#R1#
Campbell lands a nice looking kick to the body. Schultz takes a step back to recover.
A nice inside leg kick there by Campbell. That's going to slow Schultz down.
Campbell 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.
Campbell chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A low kick from Campbell is predictable there
and Schultz counters with a left and a right that stings Campbell.
Schultz avoids a punch combination nicely.
Schultz throws a counter combo.
Schultz looks to land a right hand but Campbell moved out of range.
Schultz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Campbell misses with a body punch
and Schultz counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Schultz counters with a series of strikes. Campbell will be more careful next time no doubt.
Schultz on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Campbell. Campbell obviously looking to wear him down.
Campbell tries to land a leg kick but Schultz saw it coming and moves away. #T1#
Campbell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Schultz is looking for the big counter here.
Schultz throws a right and a left that both miss.
Campbell seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Schultz tries to bum rush Campbell with a series of wild strikes but Campbell uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A counter left hand to the body from Campbell misses its target.
Campbell misses with a jab to the body
and Schultz counters with a left and a right that stings Campbell.
Schultz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Campbell tries to score a power double leg takedown but Schultz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Campbell somewhat.
A shot to the liver by Campbell. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
Schultz throws a head kick that misses.
Campbell lands a lovely overhand right.
Schultz blocks a low kick nicely.
Schultz unleashes a big counter combination but Campbell bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Schultz stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Campbell.
Schultz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schultz on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Campbell cracks a nice hook into Schultz's ribs.
Jab by Campbell.#CUT#
It looks like Dave Schultz has been cut.
Campbell is looking to wear down Schultz with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Schultz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Schultz checks a leg kick.
Despite the aggression on Schultz's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Campbell cracks the inside of Schultz's front leg. #T3#
Campbell feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Schultz's calf.
Campbell dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Schultz. That did some damage!
Campbell waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Schultz.#TD#
Campbell closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Schultz to the mat! Schultz manages to get full guard.
Campbell makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Campbell controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Campbell drops back looking for a leg! Schultz is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Schultz manages to kick Campbell off! Campbell jumps back into Schultz's guard.
Campbell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Schultz is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Campbell throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Schultz bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Campbell's guard. #REVB#
Campbell seems keen to control Schultz's posture.#SUB#
Schultz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Campbell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Schultz has managed to get both his arms back between Campbell's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Campbell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Schultz is aware though and is defending well.
Campbell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Schultz is one step ahead there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Campbell trying to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dave Schultz's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Campbell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Campbell shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Campbell punishes Schultz's body with a nice straight punch.
Schultz throws a sloppy head kick and Campbell moves out of range easily.
Campbell is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Good work by Schultz as he checks the leg kick.
Schultz lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD#
Campbell closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Schultz to the mat! Schultz manages to get full guard.
Campbell postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Campbell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campbell chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Schultz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Campbell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schultz can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Campbell 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.
Campbell trying to control but Schultz is working from the bottom. #T1#
Schultz can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Campbell controls the pace.
Schultz looking to control.
Schultz really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Campbell. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Schultz wants to stand but Campbell is controlling the position.
Campbell postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Campbell scoring with some ground and pound.
Campbell scoring with some ground and pound. #ROC#
Schultz is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell stands up over Schultz, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Schultz is still in real trouble! Can Campbell finish him?
Campbell gets to his feet and stands over Schultz, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Schultz felt that one! Campbell unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Schultz from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stephen Campbell!
Stephen Campbell tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

 

Event: GAMMA#714 Kruger v Pagnozzi     
Date:   Jun 16, 2018
#R1#
Campbell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boy was well out of range. Poor timing from Campbell.
Boy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've been informed that Campbell has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Boy throws an off balance right hand
and Campbell counters with a nice body shot.
Campbell tries to land a leg kick but Boy saw it coming and moves away.
Boy throws a right hand that misses
and Campbell counters with a stiff right hand.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Campbell gets the takedown into side control.
Campbell scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Boy to see if he's OK.#ES#
Boy bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boy slips a jab from Campbell.
Campbell throws a looping overhand right but Boy ducks down to avoid it.
A combination from Campbell does no damage.
Campbell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boy.
Campbell appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Boy.
Campbell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Campbell throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Boy lands with a good body shot.#T1##TD2#
Campbell closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Boy did well to prevent Campbell getting side control.
Boy is trying to stand back up but Campbell is controlling him #ES#
Boy has one foot on Campbell's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Campbell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boy looks to score with a jab to the body but Campbell is just out of range.
Boy swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Boy moved away.
Campbell throws a poor cross that misses
and Boy counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Boy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Campbell.
Campbell throws a low kick but it's checked well by Boy.
Boy slaps away a takedown attempt from Campbell, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Campbell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Campbell throws the left hand but Boy avoids the punch easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campbell steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Boy. That one must have hurt.#T2#
Boy motions for Campbell to come forward. Boy throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Boy lands a jab to the head.
Boy is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Campbell on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Boy is looking to wear down Campbell with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Campbell throws a predictable looking body shot
and Boy counters with a nice leg kick.
Campbell lands with a thumping leg kick.
Boy's corner calls for a 1-2. Boy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Campbell connects with a solid leg kick.
Campbell misses with a left hand
and Boy counters with a low kick, right behind Campbell 's knee.
Boy changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Campbell 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 Boy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Boy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Boy stuns Campbell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Campbell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Campbell thinking.
Campbell looks winded!
Campbell takes one on the button.
Campbell misses with a body shot
and Boy counters with an outside leg kick.
Boy misses with a hook. Campbell ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Campbell takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Boy throws the left hand but Campbell avoids the punch easily.
Campbell on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Boy misses with a straight right.
Campbell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A low kick from Campbell misses
and Boy counters with a nice uppercut.
Boy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boy ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Boy misses with a body shot.
Boy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Campbell takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Boy misses with a hook. Campbell ducked under it nicely.
Boy is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Boy throws a lazy uppercut
and Campbell counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
A low kick from Campbell is predictable there
and Boy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boy misses with a looping right.
Campbell feints a counter leg kick.
Campbell thuds a left hand into Boy's body.
Boy lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A slow jab from Campbell misses its intended target.
Campbell scores with a decent looking hook.
A nice leg kick lands there from Campbell.
Jab from Boy.
Boy swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell fails with the takedown.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice defenses there by Boy.
Boy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Campbell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boy throws a hook but Campbell avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Beast Boy dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Boy connects with a body shot.
Campbell throws a leg kick that is checked
and Boy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boy swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell lands with an overhand left.
Campbell misses with a lunging right hand
and Boy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Campbell fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Beast Boy is winning the standup battle so far.
Boy with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Campbell misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Campbell misses the body punch
and Campbell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Campbell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Boy.
Some bone on bone action there as Boy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Campbell on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campbell walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Boy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Campbell throws a leg kick
and Boy counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Campbell moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Campbell throws a right hand that misses
and Boy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Boy blocks a low kick nicely.
Boy lands a nice shot to the body.
Campbell is breathing heavily.
Boy moves into range and connects with a jab.
Boy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campbell moves away.
Campbell is trying to counter with his kicks.
Boy defending well as Campbell loads up on a big left hand.
Boy scores with a jab.
Campbell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boy.
Boy takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Boy takes a swing at Campbell's ribcage but misses.
Boy jabs Campbell to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Campbell shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Boy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campbell with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boy to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
Boy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Campbell stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Campbell misses with an attempted mid kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Boy darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Boy scores with a sloppy right hand. Campbell should have avoided that one. #ROC#
Campbell is rocked!
Boy slaps away a takedown attempt from Campbell, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Campbell is still on wobbly legs! Can Boy finish him?
Beast Boy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stephen Campbell.
Boy scores with a body shot.
Campbell seems to have recovered his senses.
Boy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boy's jab looks to have found its range, popping Campbell under the eye.
Boy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Campbell can do to turn this around?
Boy throws an overhand right that lands on Campbell's shoulder, as Campbell tries to avoid the shot.
Campbell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nice jab there from Campbell.
Campbell throws a lazy uppercut
and Boy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Sloppy strikes from Campbell. Those never looked like landing.
Campbell doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Boy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Campbell has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Campbell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boy moves away.
Campbell is looking to score with low kicks.
Campbell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Boy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boy drops Campbell with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Campbell! Boy dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Beast Boy!

 

Event: GAMMA#709 Laine v Doubdtfire     
Date:   May 19, 2018
#R1#
Guns lands a right hook to the body.
Guns lands a head kick!
Guns lands a nice shot that snaps Campbell's head back.
Sloppy strikes from Guns. Those never looked like landing.
Guns throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Guns scores with a head kick.
Guns throws a head kick but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Guns has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Guns with a jab.
Guns bobs and weaves and unloads with a good 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!
Guns pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Guns throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Campbell throws a right and a left that Guns avoids nicely.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Guns moved away.
Campbell keeps Guns at a distance using the push kick.
Guns uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Campbell.
Campbell swings for the body but Guns moves out of range. #T1#
Guns ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Guns misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Guns lands a jab to the nose.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Guns manages to avoid it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Campbell. That's going to slow Guns down.
Guns darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Guns throws a nice outside leg kick.
Guns lands a glancing blow to the side of Campbell's head.
Guns on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Campbell. Campbell obviously looking to wear him down.
Guns tries to bum rush Campbell with a series of wild strikes but Campbell uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Campbell swings widly with a right hand
and Guns makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Campbell looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Campbell dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Guns. That did some damage!
Guns throws a head kick that Campbell semi-blocks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Guns has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Guns swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Big Guns is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Guns uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Campbell.
A quick step to the side and Guns tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2#
Guns throws a right and a left that both miss.
Guns fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Campbell looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
It looks like Guns has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Guns sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Campbell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Campbell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Guns.
Guns throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Guns checks the leg kick.
Campbell scores with a leg kick.
Guns takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Campbell takes a swing at Guns's ribcage but misses.
Campbell walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Guns checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
The crowd cheers as Guns lands an impressive looking overhand right. Campbell doesn't seem phased though.
A cross from Campbell lands.
Campbell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CL#
Guns closes the distance and clinches.#T3#
Guns digs a right hand underneath Campbell's ribcage. Campbell let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Campbell lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Campbell can't find room to land a body shot as Guns controls the action.
Campbell throws a punch but it's blocked by Guns. #BC#
Guns pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Campbell slips a jab and a cross from Guns. #TD2#
Campbell bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Guns is looking for a sweep.
Guns manages to work his way to half guard, despite Campbell's best efforts.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Guns is in trouble now - Campbell has advanced to mount!
Campbell landing strikes, looking to finish!
Guns is desperately trying to improve his position but Campbell has a good base and remains in mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #T4#
BOOM! Campbell connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Guns tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Campbell is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Guns can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Guns can't escape the position.
Campbell lands a couple of good shots and Guns has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Guns tries to break free.
Guns trying to get back to his feet but Campbell is in full control for now.
Guns is really stuck here.
Campbell scores with punches from the back.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Guns trying to control the hands but Campbell breaks the grip.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Campbell gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes. #SUB2#
Guns is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Campbell gets his way!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Campbell misses with a body kick.
Campbell catches Guns with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Guns looks to land a left hand but Campbell moved out of range nicely.
Campbell tried to score with a low kick but Guns checks it.
Campbell misses the jab.
Guns misses with an uppercut
and Campbell counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Campbell throws a one two combo.
Guns punishes Campbell's body with a nice straight punch.
Guns tries to close the distance and clinch up but Campbell swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Campbell throws a right hand that Guns ducks under and follows up with a left that Guns also avoids with ease.
A counter left hand to the body from Guns misses its target.
Guns tries to clinch there but Campbell circles away.
Guns getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Campbell misses with a few strikes there.
Big Guns is winning the standup battle so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campbell scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Guns lands a nice looking kick to the body. Campbell takes a step back to recover.
Guns slips a straight right by Campbell.#T1#
Guns feints and then cracks Campbell's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Campbell down.
The fighters circling - Campbell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Guns misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Guns moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Guns pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Guns.
Campbell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Guns was well out of range. Poor timing from Campbell.
Campbell lands a right hook to the body.
Guns connects with a looping right hand.
Guns darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Guns.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Guns scores with a head kick.
Campbell misses with a shot to the body
letting Guns counter with a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Guns misses with a straight left. #T2#
Campbell tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Guns connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Campbell momentarily.
Campbell misses with an uppercut. Guns saw that one coming.
Campbell misses with a leg kick.
Campbell throws a predictable looking body shot
and Guns counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Campbell scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Guns connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Campbell momentarily.
Guns drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Campbell moves away from the strike by Guns.
Campbell digs a good body shot into Guns's ribs.
Guns throws a right hand that misses
and Campbell counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Guns tests Campbell's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Campbell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T3#
Campbell misses with a lunging right hand
and Guns counters with a right hand to the body.
Guns lands with a kick to the ribs.
Guns takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A slow jab from Guns misses its intended target.
Campbell throws a body punch but Guns moves out of range.
Campbell scoring well with a low kick there.
Guns misses with an uppercut.
Guns takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Guns is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A cross from Guns lands.
Guns loads up on a big right hand but Campbell slips the punch.
Guns uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Campbell.
A slow jab from Guns misses its intended target.
Campbell misses with an attempted mid kick.
Campbell connects with an inside leg kick.
Campbell will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #T4#
Campbell throws a right hand that misses
and Guns counters with a three punch combo that has Campbell backing up. Campbell nods at Guns to acknowledge the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A left and a right from Guns both land. Nice combination.
Campbell misses the jab.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Guns sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Guns pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Campbell appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Guns throws a leg kick
and Campbell counters with a three punch combo that has Guns backing up. Guns nods at Campbell to acknowledge the strikes.
Campbell bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Guns's head backwards.
Guns tries a head kick but it misses.
Campbell throws a front kick aimed at Guns's knee but Guns avoids it well.
Campbell throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Campbell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Guns stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD2#
Campbell shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Guns manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Campbell stopping the sweep attempt from Guns.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Guns's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Guns lands with a straight right. Campbell didn't see that one coming.
Campbell is looking to land body kicks.
Guns looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Guns swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Guns sees it coming and moves out of range.
Guns lands a nice leg kick that just misses Campbell's sensitive parts.
Guns moves out of range as Campbell throws a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Guns misses the target.
Campbell throws a right and a left that Guns avoids nicely.
Guns misses with a head kick.
Campbell tries to work over Guns's front leg with a kick but Guns checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guns moves out of range as Campbell throws a body kick.
Guns connects with a crisp jab.
Guns uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Campbell.
Campbell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Campbell on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T1#
Guns stuffs the takedown attempt from Campbell. Campbell gets slowly back to his feet.
Good exchange - Campbell coming out on top.
Campbell attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Campbell misses with a wild body shot.
Guns checks a leg kick nicely.
Guns misses with a hook. Campbell ducked under it nicely.
Campbell unleashes a big counter combination but Guns bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Campbell digs a good hook to Guns's body.
Guns keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Guns tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Guns.
Campbell now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Campbell throws an off balance right hand
and Guns counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice cross by Guns.
Guns throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #T2#
Guns lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #ROC#
Campbell is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell throws a hook but Guns avoids it easily.
Guns uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Campbell.
Campbell thumps Guns with a low kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Guns.
Campbell takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Guns ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Guns looks to score with a jab to the body but Campbell is just out of range.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Guns.
Guns takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Campbell takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Campbell throws the kick towards the body but Guns avoids it.
Campbell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Guns.
Guns throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #T3#
Guns with a jab.
Guns scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Campbell doesn't seem bothered though.
Campbell connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Guns darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice shot by Guns.
Guns tries to clinch up but Campbell circles away and keeps his distance.
Guns slips under a jab.
Stephen Campbell is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Campbell avoids the head kick by Guns.
Guns on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Campbell. Campbell obviously looking to wear him down.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Guns.
Guns moves out of range of the strikes.
Guns takes one on the button.
Campbell shoots in but no luck this time.
Campbell throws out a loose jab but Guns uses good head movement to avoid it.
Big Guns has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
A left lands for Guns.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Guns tries a head kick but it misses.
A jab from Campbell misses.
A jab from Campbell misses.
Guns throws a right hand that misses
letting Campbell counter with a right hand.
Campbell misses with a wild body shot.
No joy there for Campbell, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Campbell moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Campbell has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Campbell lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Guns is looking to chop away at Campbell's legs.
Guns checks a low kick from Campbell.
Guns is looking to counter punch.
Guns thows a left - swing and a miss!
Campbell blocks a jab.
Guns works Campbell's body with a nice hook.

And that's the end of the fight!
Big Guns showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Campbell has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: GAMMA#704 Defoe v BK     
Date:   Apr 21, 2018
#R1#
Sigfridsson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Campbell misses with a hook.
Campbell dips to his left and cracks Sigfridsson with an uppercut!
A nice inside leg kick there by Sigfridsson. That's going to slow Campbell down.
Campbell misses with a wild body shot.
Sigfridsson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Campbell just manages to avoid it.
Campbell will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Campbell throws a lazy right hand but Sigfridsson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Campbell tests Sigfridsson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sigfridsson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Campbell checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sigfridsson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Sigfridsson.
Sigfridsson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Campbell throws the left hand but Sigfridsson avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sigfridsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Campbell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sigfridsson tries to avoid it but Campbell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sigfridsson to the ground. Sigfridsson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sigfridsson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Campbell swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Campbell 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.
Sigfridsson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sigfridsson.#T1#
Sigfridsson misses with a body shot.
Campbell lands with a nice body punch.
Campbell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sigfridsson connects with the punch.
Campbell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sigfridsson tries to avoid it but Campbell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sigfridsson to the ground. Sigfridsson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sigfridsson cracks Campbell with a good jab.
Sigfridsson with a jab.
A jab from Sigfridsson misses.
Campbell thuds a left hand into Sigfridsson's body.
Nice jab there from Sigfridsson.
Campbell digs a good hook to Sigfridsson's body.
A bone on bone clash there as Campbell blocks the leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sigfridsson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Campbell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sigfridsson. #TD2#
Sigfridsson gets caught napping as Campbell dives in and scores a takedown. Sigfridsson manages to retain guard.
Sigfridsson wants to get back to his feet but Campbell is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T2#
Campbell with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sigfridsson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Campbell is controlling him.
Sigfridsson keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
Sigfridsson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Campbell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Campbell has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sigfridsson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Sigfridsson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Sigfridsson throws a leg kick
and Sigfridsson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice cross by Campbell.#T3#
Campbell wants to slow Sigfridsson down by chopping away at his legs.
Sigfridsson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from Campbell misses the target.
Sigfridsson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sigfridsson cracks Campbell with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Campbell lands a leg kick that knocks Sigfridsson off balance momentarily.
Sigfridsson moves out of range as Campbell strikes.
Sigfridsson throws a body punch but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sigfridsson is looking to counter with head kicks.
Campbell misses with a shot to the body
and Sigfridsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sigfridsson punishes Campbell's body with a nice straight punch.
Campbell throws a body punch but Sigfridsson moves out of range.
Benjamin Sigfridsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Campbell.
Sigfridsson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Campbell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sigfridsson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Campbell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Campbell fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sigfridsson.#T4#
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!
Campbell chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Campbell throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
It looks like Sigfridsson has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Sigfridsson thuds his right hand into Campbell's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Campbell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sigfridsson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Campbell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sigfridsson.
Campbell takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Campbell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Campbell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Campbell throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sigfridsson.
Campbell misses with a straight right.
Campbell scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sigfridsson doesn't seem bothered though.
Sigfridsson scores with a leg kick.
Sigfridsson with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Campbell scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Campbell moves out of range of the leg kick from Sigfridsson.
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 Benjamin Sigfridsson 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#
Sigfridsson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sigfridsson scores with the left hand. Campbell knows he should have avoided that one.
A swing and a miss from Campbell.
Sigfridsson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It appears Sigfridsson was looking to counter with a kick there.
Campbell lands with a hook. Sigfridsson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sigfridsson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Campbell throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Benjamin Sigfridsson is winning the standup battle so far.
Sigfridsson with a jab.
A big right from Sigfridsson misses.
Sigfridsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sigfridsson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Campbell.
Sigfridsson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Campbell.
Campbell connects with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sigfridsson thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Campbell if he has to take too many more of those. #T1#
Sigfridsson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Campbell. That did some damage!
Campbell throws a sloppy head kick and Sigfridsson moves out of range easily.
Campbell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Campbell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sigfridsson appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Campbell is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Campbell connects with a solid leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Campbell. Sigfridsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sigfridsson looks to land a left hand but Campbell moved out of range nicely.
Campbell throws a sloppy head kick and Sigfridsson moves out of range easily.
Campbell avoids a kick to the body.
Campbell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sigfridsson.
A punch combination from Campbell misses.
Campbell looks to throw the jab but Sigfridsson is out of range.
Donk. Campbell catches Sigfridsson right on the button with a cross.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sigfridsson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T2#
A big left from Campbell misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campbell misses with a wild combination.
Sigfridsson lands a lovely overhand right.
Campbell takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Campbell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sigfridsson.
Good work by Sigfridsson as he checks the leg kick.
Campbell shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Sigfridsson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Sigfridsson.
Decent striking displayed by Sigfridsson there.
Sigfridsson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Sigfridsson tries a head kick but it misses.
Campbell misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Sigfridsson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A jab from Sigfridsson misses. #T3#
Sigfridsson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sigfridsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sigfridsson looks to throw a body kick
and Campbell counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Campbell jabs at Sigfridsson's body.
Good leg kick by Sigfridsson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Sigfridsson avoids the body shot from Campbell.
Sigfridsson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sigfridsson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Campbell.
A big right from Campbell misses.
Sigfridsson is looking to counter punch.
Sigfridsson tests Campbell's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sigfridsson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Campbell.
Campbell doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Campbell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Campbell on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Campbell throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice defenses there by Sigfridsson.
As Campbell backs away, Sigfridsson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Campbell takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Campbell throws a looping overhand right but Sigfridsson ducks down to avoid it.
Campbell lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sigfridsson circles away quickly and effectively.
Campbell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice uppercut lands for Sigfridsson. That snapped Campbell's head back.
Campbell swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Sigfridsson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Campbell in his tracks.
Campbell throws a left and a right that both miss
and Sigfridsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Campbell throws a looping overhand right but Sigfridsson ducks down to avoid it.
Sigfridsson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Campbell throws a body shot but no joy.
Campbell jabs Sigfridsson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A low kick from Campbell misses
and Sigfridsson counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Campbell throws a leg kick which misses Sigfridsson's front leg but catches the back leg as Sigfridsson tries to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Benjamin Sigfridsson 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. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Sigfridsson looks to land a body kick but Campbell moved away.
Campbell punishes Sigfridsson's body with a nice straight punch.
Campbell misses with a hook. Sigfridsson ducked under it nicely.
Sigfridsson throws a nice looking combination but Campbell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sigfridsson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Campbell ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sigfridsson moves away.
Campbell has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Campbell there as he acknowledges the shot.
Some bone on bone action there as Sigfridsson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Campbell missing with a left hand there. Sigfridsson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Sigfridsson moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell throws a push kick but Sigfridsson slaps the foot to one side.
An inside leg kick lands from Sigfridsson.
Campbell slips under a jab.
Campbell looks to throw the jab but Sigfridsson is out of range.
Sigfridsson looks to land a right hand but Campbell moved out of range.#T1#
Sigfridsson misses with a looping left.
That kick from Sigfridsson tenderised Campbell's leg. Campbell is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sigfridsson checks a low kick from Campbell.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sigfridsson. That's going to slow Campbell down.
Campbell has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A swing and a miss from Sigfridsson.
Campbell throws a low kick but Sigfridsson moves out of range easily.
A swing and a miss from Campbell.
Sigfridsson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Sigfridsson walks into a jab.
Sigfridsson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sigfridsson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Campbell tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Sigfridsson fakes the leg kick and cracks Campbell in the body.
Sigfridsson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Campbell misses with a low kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Sigfridsson misses the target.
Stephen Campbell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sigfridsson cracks the inside of Campbell's front leg.
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Sigfridsson's shoulder, as Sigfridsson tries to avoid the shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sigfridsson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sigfridsson dodges the punch combination from Campbell.
Sigfridsson misses with an uppercut.
Sigfridsson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Campbell throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sigfridsson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Sigfridsson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Campbell throws a series of punches but Sigfridsson avoids them all with ease.
Campbell thuds a left hand into Sigfridsson's body.
Sigfridsson scores with a leg kick.
Sigfridsson misses with a straight left.
Campbell looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Donk. Campbell catches Sigfridsson right on the button with a cross.#T3#
Sigfridsson throws a leg kick but Campbell checks it.
Sigfridsson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Campbell.
Sigfridsson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Campbell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Campbell doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#TD2#
Campbell closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Campbell takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sigfridsson is looking to regain half guard here but Campbell keeps moving and retains side control.
Sigfridsson is working hard here to advance position.
Campbell working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
An elbow from Campbell crashes against the mat.
Campbell advances to mount.
Campbell connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Benjamin Sigfridsson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Sigfridsson tries to lock up and control but Campbell gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The referee warns Sigfridsson that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #ROC2#
Sigfridsson is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Campbell! Sigfridsson is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Stephen Campbell!
In his post fight interview, Stephen Campbell started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

 

Event: GC 198     
Date:   Mar 17, 2018
#R1#
Campbell swings for the body but Horn moves out of range.
Horn bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Campbell's head.
Campbell lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Campbell fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Campbell lands a body shot.
A jab from Horn misses.
Campbell throws a hook but Horn blocks it.
We've been hearing reports that Horn has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by Horn. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Horn.
Campbell pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Campbell thows a body kick. Horn tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Campbell looks to throw a body kick
and Horn counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Horn throws a lazy uppercut
and Campbell counters with a left to the body. #T1#
Campbell looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Horn shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Horn throws a leg kick but Campbell sees it coming and moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Campbell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Horn throws a series of punches but Campbell moves out of range.
Horn loads up on a big right hand but Campbell slips the punch.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Campbell throws a front kick aimed at Horn's knee but Horn avoids it well.
Campbell tries for a takedown but Horn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A big left from Horn misses.
Campbell misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Horn. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Campbell connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
Horn slaps away a takedown attempt from Campbell, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Klas Horn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stephen Campbell.
Horrible takedown attempt by Campbell or perhaps it was just good defense by Horn, which made it look bad.
Horn waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Campbell.
Campbell darts in looking for a takedown but Horn gets double underhooks and turns Campbell into the cage.
Horn feinted with a counter takedown.#TD2#
Campbell closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Horn did well to prevent Campbell getting side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Horn keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Campbell sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Horn defending well though. #SUB2#
Campbell is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Campbell is keen to just control but Horn is a slippery customer.#T3#
Horn moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Horn bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Campbell's guard. #REVR#
Horn trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Horn trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Campbell trying to control the position.
Horn scoring with punches to the head and body.
Campbell is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Campbell avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
Horn's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Campbell trying to control the position.
Horn trying to control but Campbell is working from the bottom.
Horn throws a big right hand that misses.
Horn wants to pass the guard but Campbell is keeping the position.
Horn advances position into side control!
Campbell parries the strikes from Horn easily there. Horn is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Campbell to escape.
Horn working the ground and pound from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Klas Horn will probably get the nod.
That's time! Horn's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Campbell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A jab from Campbell does it's job there.
Campbell looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Horn just misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Horn.
Campbell counters with a body kick.
Campbell misses with a body shot.
A jab lands there for Campbell.#CUT2#
It looks like Klas Horn has been cut.
Campbell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Campbell moves into range and connects with a jab.
Horn connects with a right hand. Campbell shakes it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An inside leg kick from Campbell misses.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Horn manages to avoid it.
Horn drops down looking for a counter takedown but Campbell sprawls and moves away.
Campbell misses with a hook. Horn ducked under it nicely.
Horn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Horn.#T1#
Horn rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Campbell to counter with a crisp jab.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Horn, right into the meat.
Horn throws a sloppy body shot
and Campbell counters with a stiff right hand.
Campbell on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Horn appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Campbell throws a hook but Horn avoids it easily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Campbell darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Horn is just out of range.
Jab by Campbell.
Campbell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Horn scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Horn avoids the body shot from Campbell. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Horn is just out of range.
Horn was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Horn swings widly with a right hand
and Campbell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A low kick from Horn is predictable there
and Campbell counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#
Horn is rocked!
Horn on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Campbell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Horn.
Horn shoots in looking for a takedown. Campbell tries to sprawl out of it but Horn keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Campbell manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Horn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Campbell fails with the takedown
and Horn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Campbell throws a leg kick
and Horn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Horn throws a leg kick but Campbell sees it coming and moves out of range.
Horn throws a nice outside leg kick.
Campbell will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Campbell avoids a punch combination nicely.
Campbell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Campbell has a takedown stuffed.
Klas Horn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stephen Campbell.
Campbell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Horn has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Horn punishes Campbell's body with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Horn scores with a sloppy right hand. Campbell should have avoided that one.
Horn misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Campbell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice uppercut there from Campbell.
Campbell throws a shot from downtown. Horn moves away and avoids it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Campbell is defended easily by Horn.
Horn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Horn lands a right hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Horn misses with an uppercut. Campbell saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Campbell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Horn throws a hook to the side of Campbell's head but Campbell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Horn backing away here, and Campbell unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Klas Horn's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Horn misses with a body shot
and Campbell cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Horn.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Horn is just out of range.
Horn misses the jab.
Campbell lands a nice looking body shot.
Horn ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Horn throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Horn.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horn misses with a low kick.
Campbell checks a low kick from Horn.
Horn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Horn slips a jab from Campbell.
It looked like Horn was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Campbell.#T1#
Campbell throws a leg kick but Horn sees it coming and moves out of range.
Horn is looking to counter punch.
Horn throws a shot from downtown. Campbell moves away and avoids it.
Campbell scores with a jab.
Campbell misses with a body kick.
Campbell takes a swing at Horn's ribcage but misses.
Campbell lands a jab.
Campbell lands a slapping body shot.
Horn just misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Campbell stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Horn shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T2#
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Horn manages to avoid it.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Horn is just out of range.
Horn ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Campbell defending well as Horn loads up on a big left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campbell lands with a right hand.
Horn slips under a jab.
Campbell throws a leg kick that is checked
and Horn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Campbell throws a leg kick but Horn checks it.
Horn throwing a counter right hand but Campbell manages to avoid it.
Horn takes one on the button.
Campbell misses with a hook. Horn ducked under it nicely.
Horn tests Campbell's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3#
Horn looks to score with a jab to the body but Campbell is just out of range.
Campbell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Horn.
Campbell throws a hook but Horn blocks it.
Horn throws a body shot but no joy.
Horn throws an overhand right that lands on Campbell's shoulder, as Campbell tries to avoid the shot.
Campbell throws a low kick, looking for Horn's leg but Horn calmly moves out of range.
Horn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Horn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Campbell.
Horn fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Campbell checks it well.
Campbell misses with a looping left.
Horn has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Campbell finds it's way round the side to connect with Horn's head.
Campbell rushes Horn with punches - Horn moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Horn goes down! Campbell follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stephen Campbell!
Stephen Campbell 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 190     
Date:   Feb 15, 2018
#R1#
Campbell lands with an overhand left.#TD#
Campbell closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Campbell lands in his opponent's guard.
Sigfridsson is adopting a defensive guard.
Campbell scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sigfridsson being controlled here, momentarily.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Sigfridsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Campbell wants to control from the top but Sigfridsson keeps moving. #T1#
Campbell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sigfridsson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sigfridsson has Campbell pulled in close to control his posture.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Campbell accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campbell trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Campbell lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Sigfridsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campbell throws an elbow that misses. Sigfridsson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Campbell's guard. Nice move by Sigfridsson!#REVB#
Campbell is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
Campbell looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Campbell trying to control the position.
Sigfridsson tries to free his leg and advance position but Campbell is retaining full guard.
Campbell wants to control but Sigfridsson passes easily into half guard. #T3##SUB#
Campbell looking for submissions off his back.
Sigfridsson wants to get back to his feet.
Sigfridsson prevents Campbell from improving his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sigfridsson tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Campbell misses with a jab to the body
and Sigfridsson counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Campbell has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sigfridsson.
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Sigfridsson's shoulder, as Sigfridsson tries to avoid the shot.
Campbell connects with a nice looking jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Campbell. Sigfridsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sigfridsson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Campbell checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Sigfridsson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Campbell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sigfridsson scores with a leg kick.
Campbell throws a shot from downtown. Sigfridsson moves away and avoids it.
Campbell thows a leg kick but Sigfridsson checks it
and Sigfridsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Campbell drives through with a takedown into Sigfridsson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Sigfridsson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sigfridsson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campbell.
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 Stephen Campbell 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#
Campbell walks into a straight right hand from Sigfridsson.
Campbell scores with a sloppy right hand. Sigfridsson should have avoided that one.
Campbell lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Stephen Campbell is winning the standup battle so far.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Sigfridsson.
As Sigfridsson backs away, Campbell returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Campbell misses with a hook to the body
and Sigfridsson counters with a three punch combo that has Campbell backing up. Campbell nods at Sigfridsson to acknowledge the strikes.
Sigfridsson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Campbell.
Campbell throws a hook but Sigfridsson avoids it easily.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sigfridsson manages to avoid it.
Campbell shoots in and drives through. Sigfridsson sprawls well.
Campbell misses with a body shot
and Sigfridsson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Campbell looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Campbell throws a poor cross that misses
and Sigfridsson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sigfridsson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Campbell swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sigfridsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sigfridsson takes one to the chin there.
Campbell swings widly with a right hand
and Campbell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
An inside leg kick lands from Sigfridsson.
Sigfridsson lands with a good body shot.
Sigfridsson with a hook.
Campbell tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sigfridsson is able to avoid easily.
It seemed like Sigfridsson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Campbell throws a sloppy body shot
and Sigfridsson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Campbell scores with a decent looking hook.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Sigfridsson. Campbell shrugs it off though.
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!
Sigfridsson throws a leg kick
and Campbell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sigfridsson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Campbell misses the shot to the body.
Sigfridsson throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Sloppy strikes from Sigfridsson. Those never looked like landing.
Sigfridsson scores with a nice body kick.
Sigfridsson throws a series of strikes that have Campbell backpedaling.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell tests Sigfridsson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sigfridsson misses with a body shot.
Sigfridsson throws a series of punches but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell moves into range and connects with a jab.
Sigfridsson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Nice body punch from Campbell.
Sigfridsson is looking to score with low kicks.
Campbell throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sigfridsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Campbell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sigfridsson.#T3#
Campbell on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sigfridsson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Campbell misses with a body shot. #TD#
Campbell looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES2#
Sigfridsson kicks Campbell off and gets back to his feet.
Campbell swings for the body but Sigfridsson moves out of range.
Sigfridsson shapes to counter with a head kick.
Campbell misses with a shot to the body
and Sigfridsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Benjamin Sigfridsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campbell loads up on a big right hand but Sigfridsson slips the punch.
Sigfridsson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Campbell tries to land a front kick but Sigfridsson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Campbell tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sigfridsson. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Campbell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sigfridsson. #T4#
Campbell lands a jab to the nose.
Sigfridsson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sigfridsson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sigfridsson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Campbell can pounce on him.
Campbell throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sigfridsson.
A jab from Sigfridsson misses.
Campbell throws a nice inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Sigfridsson misses.
Campbell is looking to counter the offense by Sigfridsson and move into the clinch.
Sigfridsson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sigfridsson scores with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Campbell shoots in for a double leg but Sigfridsson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Campbell sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Campbell moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Benjamin Sigfridsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Sigfridsson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sigfridsson throws a solid leg kick but Campbell takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sigfridsson.
Campbell looks for a takedown but Sigfridsson sprawls well.
Sigfridsson throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.
A swing and a miss from Campbell.
Sigfridsson misses with a hook.
Campbell with a poor takedown
and Sigfridsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Campbell throws a body shot but no joy.
Campbell looks to land a right hand but Sigfridsson moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell misses with a lunging right hand
and Sigfridsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Campbell misses with a looping left.
Sigfridsson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Campbell.
Campbell swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Campbell.#T1#
Campbell just misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Campbell takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sigfridsson staying out of range there.
And Sigfridsson responds with a good body kick, but Campbell manages to step out the way in time.
Sigfridsson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Campbell fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sigfridsson checks it well.
Sigfridsson throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.
Campbell throws a right hand that misses
and Sigfridsson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Campbell throws a lazy uppercut
and Campbell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Campbell throws a hook but Sigfridsson blocks it.
Jab, jab by Campbell - just one landing.
A nice leg kick lands there from Campbell.
Sigfridsson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Campbell moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sigfridsson stuns Campbell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sigfridsson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Campbell walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Campbell tries to land a leg kick but Sigfridsson saw it coming and moves away.
Campbell misses with a series of wild punches.
Campbell throws the left hand but Sigfridsson avoids the punch easily.
Campbell lands a jab to Sigfridsson's midsection.
Sigfridsson throws a leg kick but Campbell moved away.
Campbell avoids the head kick by Sigfridsson.
As Sigfridsson backs away, Campbell returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#TD#
Campbell darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Campbell trying to control from half guard but Sigfridsson is working away. #T3#
Campbell missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Campbell is looking to take a break and control but Sigfridsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sigfridsson moves into full guard.
Campbell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Campbell trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Campbell throws a strike but Sigfridsson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Sigfridsson controlling from the top position.
Campbell is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Campbell has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sigfridsson trying to control but Campbell is working from the bottom.
Campbell looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sigfridsson passes into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Benjamin Sigfridsson really dominated that round.
That's time! Campbell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Campbell shoots in and drives through. Sigfridsson sprawls well.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Sigfridsson.
Sigfridsson throws an off balance right hand
and Campbell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sigfridsson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Campbell's hands.
Campbell takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sigfridsson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Campbell. Campbell obviously looking to wear him down.
Campbell will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Sigfridsson's corner calls for a 1-2. Sigfridsson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Sigfridsson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sigfridsson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sigfridsson manages to avoid it.
Campbell lands a slapping body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campbell pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sigfridsson is out of range and Campbell settles back down.
Sigfridsson replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Campbell blocks it well.#T1#
Campbell misses with a leg kick
and Sigfridsson counters with a three punch combo that has Campbell backing up. Campbell nods at Sigfridsson to acknowledge the strikes.
Campbell motions for Sigfridsson to come forward. Campbell throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sigfridsson ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Sigfridsson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sigfridsson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Sigfridsson moved away.
Sigfridsson moves away from the strike by Campbell.
Campbell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sigfridsson.
Sigfridsson thumps Campbell with a low kick.
Sigfridsson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A jab from Campbell misses.
Sigfridsson takes one on the button.#T2#
Sigfridsson connects with the punch.
Sigfridsson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sigfridsson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Campbell just misses with a punch to the body.
Sigfridsson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sigfridsson misses with an uppercut #CL#
and Campbell counters by clinching up.
Campbell tries to throw a body punch but Sigfridsson avoids it by throwing Campbell back against the cage.
Campbell can't find room to land a body shot as Sigfridsson controls the action.
Campbell working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sigfridsson. #BC2#
Sigfridsson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Campbell has his takedown stuffed
and Sigfridsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A punch lands to the side of Campbell 's head but he takes it in his stride.#ROC2#
Campbell is rocked!
Campbell misses with a kick to the body #KD2#
and Sigfridsson counters with a crisp right hand that drops Campbell! Sigfridsson lets Campbell back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Oh Campbell is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Sigfridsson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Sigfridsson checks a leg kick.
Sigfridsson tries a quick counter leg kick but Campbell is wise to it.
Sigfridsson drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Campbell right on the button. Campbell goes down! Sigfridsson follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Sigfridsson gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Benjamin Sigfridsson!
Benjamin Sigfridsson is the new middleweight champion!

 

Event: GC 187     
Date:   Jan 28, 2018
#R1#
A jab from Campbell does it's job there.
Pennypacker misses with a jab, cross combination.
Campbell on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Campbell definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Pennypacker dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Campbell. That did some damage!
Pennypacker throws a hook to the side of Campbell's head but Campbell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Campbell lunges at Pennypacker with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Pennypacker's hand.
Pennypacker tries to close the distance and clinch but Campbell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pennypacker throws a sloppy head kick
and Campbell counters with a nice uppercut.
A cross from Pennypacker lands.
Campbell lands a leg kick that knocks Pennypacker off balance momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Campbell scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Campbell is looking to advance position but Pennypacker won't allow it.
Pennypacker is refusing to be controlled, as Campbell sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pennypacker is looking for a sweep. Campbell is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pennypacker blocking the ground and pound attempt from Campbell. #T1#
Campbell throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Pennypacker keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Campbell seems to be working for a kimura but Pennypacker defends the submission attempt.
Pennypacker holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Campbell throwing shots but Pennypacker is blocking nicely.
Pennypacker tries to roll over but Campbell keeps him under control.
Campbell moves into full mount! Pennypacker won't be happy about that!
Campbell can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pennypacker is looking to escape.
Campbell scores with a couple of good head shots there. #T2#
Campbell throws some wild stikes that Pennypacker manages to avoid easily.
Pennypacker is bucking up trying to escape but Campbell cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Pennypacker blocking the ground and pound.
Campbell looking to finish Pennypacker with some ground and pound. This is bad for Pennypacker!
Campbell lands a big shot there that rocks Pennypacker but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #ROC#
Pennypacker is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Campbell postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Pennypacker in real trouble here! The ref calls for Pennypacker to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stephen Campbell!
Stephen Campbell 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: GKNY 119 - Vershinin vs Wills     
Date:   Mar 04, 2017
#R1#
Vaziri I I I just misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A telegraphed right hand from Vaziri I I I misses the target.
Vaziri I I I fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nice body punch from Vaziri I I I.
Vaziri I I I throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Campbell counters with a nice double leg into side control. Vaziri I I I won't be happy with that.
Campbell postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Vaziri I I I wants to control but Campbell postures up.
Vaziri I I I tries to improve position but can't.
Campbell trying to control the position but Vaziri I I I is working away.
Campbell cracks Vaziri I I I with a big right hand but Vaziri I I I just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The strikes coming from Campbell are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB#
Campbell is trying to get an arm triangle but Vaziri I I I is defending well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The strikes coming from Campbell are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T1#
Campbell fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Campbell sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Vaziri I I I is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Vaziri I I I is not content to let Campbell control the position. #SUB#
Campbell working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Campbell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vaziri I I I keeps working. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Campbell throws a strike aimed at the side of Vaziri I I I's head but Vaziri I I I avoids it well.
Campbell wants to control but Vaziri I I I is keeping him busy.
Campbell tries to advance to mount but Vaziri I I I denies him.
Campbell sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Vaziri I I I is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T3#
Campbell working the head and body with strikes.
Campbell working the strikes but Vaziri I I I uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Vaziri I I I avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Campbell. #SUB#
Campbell is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vaziri I I I sees it coming and defends easily.
Campbell throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Campbell tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vaziri I I I knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Campbell thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Vaziri I I I's head.
Campbell thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Campbell throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
Campbell wants to control but Vaziri I I I is keeping him busy.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Campbell slips a nice elbow through Vaziri I I I's hands, connecting with Vaziri I I I's forehead.
Campbell missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Campbell 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.
Campbell throwing shots but Vaziri I I I is blocking nicely.
Campbell looks to land a strike but Vaziri I I I avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Campbell content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Campbell in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Campbell with a flurry of punches that miss.
Campbell postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell wants to control from the top but Vaziri I I I keeps moving.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Vaziri I I I blocks nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Campbell slips a jab from Vaziri I I I.
Campbell dives in for a single leg takedown but Vaziri I I I sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Vaziri I I I looks to land a left hand but Campbell moved out of range nicely.
Vaziri I I I throws an overhand right that lands on Campbell's shoulder, as Campbell tries to avoid the shot.
Vaziri I I I tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Vaziri I I I.
Campbell swings for the body but Vaziri I I I moves out of range.
Vaziri I I I scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Vaziri I I I lands with a straight right. Campbell didn't see that one coming.
Campbell throws a right and a left that both miss.
Campbell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vaziri I I I can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vaziri I I I. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vaziri I I I lands with a shot to the body.
Vaziri I I I throws a body shot but no joy.
Vaziri I I I bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Vaziri I I I throws a hook but Campbell avoids it easily.
Campbell attempts a counter takedown but Vaziri I I I avoids it well and moves away.
Campbell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Campbell feinted with a counter takedown.
Vaziri I I I throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vaziri I I I misses with a looping right.
Vaziri I I I scores with a nice strike.
Vaziri I I I swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vaziri I I I takes a swing at Campbell's ribcage but misses.
Campbell moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Campbell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vaziri I I I throws out the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Campbell misses the target.
Campbell dives in and grabs Vaziri I I I's left leg, looking for a takedown. Vaziri I I I pushes down on Campbell's head and hops out.
Vaziri I I I tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Vaziri I I I.
A swing and a miss from Vaziri I I I.
Campbell appears to be looking for a big counter.
Donk. Campbell catches Vaziri I I I right on the button with a cross.#T2#
Vaziri I I I misses with a lunging right hand
and Campbell counters with a body kick.
Campbell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hossein Vaziri I I I is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Campbell buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vaziri I I I lands with a right hand.
Vaziri I I I loads up on a big right hand but Campbell slips the punch.
Campbell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Campbell drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vaziri I I I sprawls and moves away.
Campbell shoots for a takedown but Vaziri I I I saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell misses with a left hand
and Vaziri I I I counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vaziri I I I takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vaziri I I I misses with a leg kick
and Campbell counters with a nice low kick that buckles Vaziri I I I's knee momentarily.
Nice sprawl there from Vaziri I I I as Campbell shoots in.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Vaziri I I I.
Vaziri I I I misses with a right hand #TD#
and Campbell counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T3#
Vaziri I I I 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#
Vaziri I I I seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Campbell does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Campbell wants to control but Vaziri I I I is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Vaziri I I I prevents Campbell from improving his position.
Campbell trying to control here. #T4#
Campbell is looking to improve his position.
My spies in LOD: Contenders (Max ID280) inform me that Vaziri I I I has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Campbell is holding on to half guard well.
Vaziri I I I wants to lay and pray for a moment but Campbell keeps working.
Campbell is looking to improve his position.
Campbell throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hossein Vaziri I I I showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Campbell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Vaziri I I I rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Campbell counters with a takedown into side control.
Vaziri I I I avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Campbell.
Campbell postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
The ground and pound from Campbell seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Campbell is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Vaziri I I I is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Campbell lands some shots froms side control.
Vaziri I I I dodges the ground and pound from Campbell.#T1#
Vaziri I I I tries to buck Campbell off but Campbell is having none of it.
We've been hearing that Campbell has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Campbell landing strikes.
Campbell creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Vaziri I I I sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Stephen Campbell overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Campbell working away.
Campbell scoring with punches and elbows. #SUB#
Campbell wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Vaziri I I I, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Campbell goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Vaziri I I I rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Campbell's guard! Nice work there by Vaziri I I I! #SUB#
Campbell looking for a guillotine here but Vaziri I I I defends easily. #T2#
Campbell looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Campbell pulls Vaziri I I I in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Campbell keeping moving, preventing Vaziri I I I from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Campbell has his foot on Vaziri I I I's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Vaziri I I I works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Campbell looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Vaziri I I I passes into side control.
Campbell is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Vaziri I I I in particular looking to stall.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Vaziri I I I thows a huge punch but Campbell dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Campbell looking for submissions off his back.
Vaziri I I I wants to lay and pray for a moment but Campbell keeps working.
Campbell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Campbell makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Campbell.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stephen Campbell showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Campbell 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stephen Campbell!

A relieved looking Stephen Campbell 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: GKNY 114 - Knight vs Wills     
Date:   Jan 28, 2017
#R1#
Cooper checks a leg kick.
Campbell thumps Cooper with a low kick.
Campbell fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Cooper has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Campbell will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Campbell takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Campbell throws a head kick that misses.
Campbell scores with a nice head shot.
Campbell with a hook.
Campbell gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A head kick misses from Campbell.
Campbell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Campbell throws a leg kick but Cooper sees it coming and moves out of range.
Cooper is looking for the big counter here.
Cooper defending well as Campbell loads up on a big left hand.
Campbell lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Campbell throws a poor cross that misses
and Cooper cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cooper scoring well with a low kick there.
Campbell feints and then cracks Cooper's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Cooper down. #T1#
Cooper throws a body punch but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice shot lands for Cooper.
Cooper lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Campbell moves forwards but Cooper connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Campbell moves out of range of the body kick from Cooper.
Campbell feinted with a counter takedown.
Cooper cracks the inside of Campbell's front leg.
Cooper lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Cooper throws a low kick but it's checked well by Campbell.
Cooper stuffs the takedown attempt from Campbell. Campbell gets slowly back to his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cooper! But no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cooper. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cooper is looking to chop away at Campbell's legs.
Campbell changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Cooper stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Cooper wants it to stay on the feet.
Cooper only half commits to the counter leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A slapping body kick lands there for Cooper.
Campbell just misses with a punch to the body.
Cooper thuds a left hand into Campbell's body.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Campbell crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Cooper - the referee stops the clock and Campbell gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Cooper. Campbell manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Cooper uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Campbell.
Cooper moves out of range of the strikes.
Cooper connects with a looping right hand.
Campbell on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Cooper. Cooper obviously looking to wear him down.
Cooper throws an off balance right hand
and Campbell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Campbell throws out a powerful jab.
Cooper takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Cooper checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Campbell dodges the punch combination from Cooper.
Cooper connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Campbell momentarily.
Cooper throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
An attempted straight right counter from Campbell misses the target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Campbell. That's going to slow Cooper down.
Cooper throws a low kick but it's checked well by Campbell.#T3#
Cooper connects with a solid leg kick.
Campbell avoids a kick to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Campbell misses its target.
Cooper scores with a nice head shot.#TD#
Campbell dives in and scores a takedown into Cooper's guard.#ES2#
Cooper has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Campbell off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Campbell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The fighters circle momentarily. Cooper darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Campbell throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Cooper jabs Campbell to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cooper moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Cooper ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Campbell moves away.
Campbell fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Cooper throws a jab when Campbell was well out of range.
Campbell on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Vincent Cooper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Campbell shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Cooper connects with a solid leg kick.
Campbell staying out of range there.
Campbell chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Cooper throws a lazy right hand but Campbell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cooper tries a head kick but it misses.
It looked like Campbell wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD#
Campbell dives in and scores a takedown into Cooper's guard.
Cooper working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campbell.
Cooper keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
Cooper wants to get back to his feet but Campbell is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Campbell trying to control but Cooper is working from the bottom.
Cooper is looking to stand up but Campbell isn't so interested in that idea.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Cooper dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Cooper tries a low kick but Campbell avoids it.
Campbell connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Cooper momentarily.
Cooper throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Campbell counters with a nice double leg into side control. Cooper won't be happy with that. #ES2#
Cooper bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Campbell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campbell misses with an attempted mid kick.
Cooper lands a nice leg kick that just misses Campbell's sensitive parts.
Cooper lands a nice leg kick that just misses Campbell's sensitive parts.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Campbell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cooper was well out of range. Poor timing from Campbell.
Campbell slips under a jab from Cooper.
Cooper has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Campbell misses with a body shot.
Campbell tries to bum rush Cooper with a series of wild strikes but Cooper uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cooper misses with a left hand
and Campbell counters with a left to the body.
Cooper on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Campbell is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Campbell needs to keep his hands up - Cooper had a free shot at his head there.
Cooper checks a low kick from Campbell.#T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Campbell checks a leg kick.
Cooper pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Cooper connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Cooper throws a hook but Campbell avoids it easily.
Cooper moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Campbell walks forward, straight into a front kick from Cooper.
Campbell on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Cooper does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Campbell takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Good shot there by Cooper.
Campbell avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Cooper throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Campbell counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cooper wants to get back to his feet but Campbell is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Cooper preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Cooper keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully. #ES2#
Cooper has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Campbell is pushing him up against the ropes, looking to control the position.
Cooper prevents a body shot from Campbell.
Cooper lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Cooper working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Campbell.
Campbell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cooper's elbow.
Cooper digs a right hand into Campbell's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Campbell's gas tank.
Still in the clinch, Cooper scores with a nice short uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cooper.
Cooper misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cooper swings wildly with an uppercut but Campbell uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cooper is trying to stall.
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Campbell has a couple of punches blocked by Cooper.
Cooper working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Cooper misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cooper.
Campbell scores with a shot to the side of Cooper's head.
Cooper cracks Campbell with a nice body shot.
Cooper tries to work over Campbell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Cooper as Campbell tries to tie him up.
Campbell has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cooper avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Cooper blocks an uppercut.
Campbell works on Cooper's body with a couple of short punches.
Cooper is working Campbell over against the ropes.
Cooper is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Campbell is keeping busy.
Cooper tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Campbell's elbow.
Cooper gets through Campbell's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Campbell.
Cooper lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Cooper scores with a hook to the body.
Cooper tries to throw a body punch but Campbell avoids it by throwing Cooper back against the ropes.
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cooper working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Campbell swings wildly with an uppercut but Cooper uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cooper tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Campbell's elbow.
Cooper blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Campbell looking to slow down the pace here.
Cooper tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Campbell scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Campbell can't get the takedown.
Campbell has a couple of punches blocked by Cooper.
A nice left hand lands by Cooper.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Cooper showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Cooper stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Cooper lands an overhand right.#TD#
Campbell bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Cooper is trying to get back to his feet.
Campbell misses with the ground and pound.
Campbell prevents Cooper from escaping the position.
Cooper taking punishment in the form of punches.
Campbell cracks Cooper with a big elbow.
Cooper is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but Campbell has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Campbell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cooper keeps working.
Campbell landing strikes.
Campbell landing strikes. #T1#
Campbell misses with the ground and pound.
Cooper regains half guard, as Campbell was trying to land strikes.
Cooper is trying to stand back up but Campbell is controlling him #SUB#
Campbell wants to work for an arm triangle but Cooper is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Campbell wants to work for an arm triangle but Cooper is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Cooper pushes Campbell off looking to stand but Campbell dives back in and keeps control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Cooper blocking the ground and pound attempt from Campbell.
Cooper is looking to escape.
Campbell trying to pass the guard but Cooper defending well.
Cooper is trying to stand. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Campbell wants to take a breather but Cooper is having none of it.
Cooper is trying to stand. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cooper throws a front kick aimed at Campbell's knee but Campbell avoids it well.
Campbell tries to move into range but Cooper moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Campbell motions for Cooper to come forward. Campbell throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cooper throws a quick inside leg kick.
Cooper throws a front kick that sends Campbell stumbling back into the ropes.
Cooper misses with a left hand
and Campbell counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cooper avoids the body shot from Campbell.
Cooper misses with a low kick.
Cooper throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Campbell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cooper throws a right and a left that Campbell avoids nicely.
Cooper scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Campbell takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Cooper digs a good hook to Campbell's body.
Campbell ducks right into an uppercut from Cooper.
Cooper attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Campbell attempts a counter takedown but Cooper avoids it well and moves away.
Campbell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cooper throws out the jab.
Campbell appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Campbell scores with the left hand. Cooper knows he should have avoided that one.
Cooper throws a nice looking combination but Campbell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Cooper misses with a hook. Campbell ducked under it nicely. #TD#
Campbell closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Cooper's guard.
Campbell with a flurry of punches that miss.
Cooper is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T4#
Campbell is working Cooper over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Cooper blocks nicely.
Cooper is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Campbell is controlling him.
Campbell with a flurry of punches that miss.
Cooper wants to stand up but Campbell is controlling him.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Campbell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Donk. Campbell catches Cooper right on the button with a cross.
Campbell walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Cooper tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Cooper.
Campbell blocks a low kick nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Vincent Cooper just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Campbell walks forward, straight into a front kick from Cooper.
Cooper misses with a low kick.
Cooper misses with a hook.
Cooper moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Cooper misses with a wild body shot.
Cooper keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cooper throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Campbell lands a right hook to the body.
Cooper throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Some wild striking there from Cooper.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Campbell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cooper lands a front kick.
Cooper staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Cooper on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Campbell darts in looking for a takedown but Cooper gets double underhooks and turns Campbell into the ropes. #T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Cooper.
Campbell on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Cooper. Cooper obviously looking to wear him down.
Campbell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cooper.
Cooper misses with a low kick as Campbell jumps back.
Campbell looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Campbell misses with a hook.
Cooper appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Campbell misses with a body kick.
The fighters circling - Campbell throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD#
Campbell drives through with a takedown into guard.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Cooper utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #ES2#
Cooper is scooting his butt against the ropes and has managed to get back to his feet. Campbell presses him back against the ropes, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Campbell misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cooper looking to stall.
Vincent Cooper seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Cooper content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Campbell lands with a left to the head. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cooper tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Campbell's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cooper.
Cooper gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Campbell.
Campbell throws a head punch that misses.
Campbell wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell throws a punch but it's blocked by Cooper.
Cooper lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Cooper lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Cooper lands with a right to the head.
Cooper lands a left hand that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
Cooper misses with a punch to the body.
Cooper misses with some punches.
Cooper misses with some punches.
Cooper throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Cooper gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Campbell.
Cooper lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Campbell tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Campbell will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Cooper is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Cooper misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cooper throws a head punch that misses.
Cooper effectively controlling the action here.
Campbell working aggressively here.
Campbell trying to stall but Cooper improves his position.
Cooper misses with a punch to the body.
Good body shot from Cooper.
Nice body punch from Campbell - that landed with a thud.
Campbell blocks a body shot from Cooper.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Campbell. #T4#
Campbell tries to work over Cooper's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cooper tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Campbell's elbow.
Campbell throws a head punch that misses.
Cooper blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cooper prevents a body shot from Campbell.
Campbell throws a head punch that misses.
Cooper takes a shot to the head.
Campbell blocks an uppercut.
Cooper's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Campbell is looking for a takedown.
A hook to the body from Cooper.
Cooper lands a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Campbell blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cooper throws a head punch that misses.
Cooper is looking to control Campbell's arms but Campbell gets an underhook and turns him. Now Cooper has his back to the ropes.
Campbell blocking some punches.
Campbell is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cooper is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vincent Cooper dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R5#
Cooper throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Campbell half committed to a counter leg kick.
Campbell takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Cooper throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cooper throws a leg kick that is checked
and Campbell counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Campbell takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Cooper throws a body shot but no joy.
Campbell drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cooper sprawls and moves away.
Decent striking displayed by Cooper there.
Cooper looks to land a combination but Campbell avoids it well.
Cooper misses with a hook. Campbell ducked under it nicely.
Cooper throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Campbell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cooper gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Campbell.
Campbell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cooper.
Cooper scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #T1#
Cooper looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Campbell throws a poor cross that misses
and Cooper counters with a stiff right hand.
Cooper misses with a lunging right hand
and Campbell counters with a straight right hand.
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Cooper's shoulder, as Cooper tries to avoid the shot.
Cooper swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cooper swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Cooper tries to move into range but Campbell moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Cooper fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Campbell manages to avoid it.
Left hook, right uppercut from Campbell.
Cooper looks to land a combination but Campbell avoids it well.
Campbell closes this distance looking for a takedown but Cooper circles away.
Campbell needs to keep his hands up - Cooper had a free shot at his head there.
Cooper dips to his left and cracks Campbell with an uppercut!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cooper is looking to land body kicks.
Campbell takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Vincent Cooper is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Campbell checks a leg kick.
Campbell half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Vincent Cooper seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cooper throws the kick towards the body but Campbell avoids it.
Cooper missing with a left hand there. Campbell was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Campbell blocks the body kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Campbell 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 Cooper has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Cooper and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Cooper throws a front kick aimed at Campbell's knee but Campbell avoids it well.
Campbell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Campbell swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Campbell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Campbell takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Cooper scores with a hook.
Cooper feints and then cracks Campbell's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Campbell down.
Campbell throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Cooper counters with a body kick.#T3#
Cooper slips under a jab.
Cooper swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cooper scores with a jab to the body.
A solid body kick from Cooper.
Cooper lands a nice leg kick that just misses Campbell's sensitive parts.
Nice shot lands for Cooper.
Campbell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cooper.
Cooper looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Campbell tries to counter with a takedown but Cooper is quick to defend against it.
A clash of legs there as Campbell blocks the low kick.
Nice uppercut there from Cooper.
Campbell shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cooper defends it nicely.
Campbell has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Campbell there as he acknowledges the shot.#T4#
Cooper throws a body punch but Campbell moves out of range.
Campbell attempts a counter takedown but Cooper avoids it well and moves away.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cooper but Cooper pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell looks to throw the jab but Cooper is out of range.
Campbell defending well as Cooper loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Campbell wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Cooper missing with a left hand there. Campbell was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cooper misses with a straight right.
The fighters circle momentarily. Cooper darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Campbell misses with a takedown
and Cooper counters with a stiff right hand.
Campbell shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cooper defends it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Cooper on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vincent Cooper comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Cooper 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 46:49
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 45:50
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vincent Cooper!

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

 

Event: GKNY 108 - Guk vs Campbell     
Date:   Dec 17, 2016
#R1#
Jong Guk throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Jong Guk has managed to clinch.
Campbell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Jong Guk fails to land.
Campbell tries for a takedown but Jong Guk manages to get underhooks.
Jong Guk tries a body shot but Campbell blocks it.
Campbell blocks a body shot from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Campbell lands a nice shot to the body.
We've been informed that Campbell has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Campbell goes for a takedown attempt but Jong Guk pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Campbell throws a hook but Jong Guk blocks it.
Jong Guk delivers a nice body kick.
Campbell takes one to the chin there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Campbell misses.
Campbell circles away from the clinch attempt.
Campbell will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
It looked like Jong Guk wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jong Guk moves out of range of the leg kick from Campbell.
Jong Guk appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1#
Jong Guk thuds his right hand into Campbell's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Campbell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Campbell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jong Guk.
Jong Guk throws a leg kick but Campbell sees it coming and moves out of range.
Campbell throws out a counter right but Jong Guk avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Campbell dives in and scores a takedown into Jong Guk's guard.
Jong Guk is looking to stand up but Campbell isn't so interested in that idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Campbell accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jong Guk controls Campbell momentarily but Campbell frees himself.
Campbell postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Campbell prevents Jong Guk from getting back to his feet.
Jong Guk avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jong Guk wants to stand but Campbell is controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campbell has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Campbell throws a hook to the side of Jong Guk's head but Jong Guk sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Campbell avoids a kick to the body.
Campbell checks a leg kick.
Campbell is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jong Guk with a body shot.
Jong Guk takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jong Guk rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Campbell counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jong Guk!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Campbell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jong Guk has escaped the position, nice work there.
Jong Guk is trying to buck Campbell off.#SUB2#
Campbell is trying to get an arm triangle but Jong Guk is defending well.
Jong Guk on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Jong Guk tries to get out of the position.
Campbell wants to control but Jong Guk is keeping him busy.
Jong Guk sneaks back into half guard.#T3#
Campbell thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jong Guk pushes Campbell off but Campbell dives into side control.
Jong Guk tries to escape but Campbell is in control.
Campbell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jong Guk keeps working.
Jong Guk is looking for a sweep.
Campbell tries to move into full mount but can't pass Jong Guk's legs.
Jong Guk can't do much from the bottom here.
Jong Guk is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Campbell prevents Jong Guk from escaping the position.
Jong Guk can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Campbell throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Jong Guk defending against the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Campbell looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Jong Guk knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Campbell on the ground.
You can see the frustration on Jong Guk's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Campbell tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Campbell has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jong Guk wants to get back to his feet but Campbell is dominant here and he's now got Jong Guk's back!#SUB2#
Jong Guk is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Campbell gets his way!
Jong Guk is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Jong Guk looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Jong Guk lands with a right hand.
Jong Guk on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Campbell throws a body shot but no joy.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jong Guk looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Campbell with the counter takedown but Jong Guk avoids it easily.
Jong Guk fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Campbell manages to avoid it.
Campbell jabs at Jong Guk's body.
Kim Jong Guk is winning the standup battle so far.
Jong Guk throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jong Guk looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jong Guk scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Campbell throws a front kick aimed at Jong Guk's knee but Jong Guk avoids it well.
Jong Guk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Campbell.
Campbell throws out a loose jab but Jong Guk uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kim Jong Guk is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Nice shot by Jong Guk.
Campbell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL#
and Jong Guk counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Jong Guk.
Campbell is trying to maintain a safe position but Jong Guk gets an underhook and turns Campbell into the cage.
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Campbell.
Campbell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jong Guk.
Jong Guk misses with a body punch.
Jong Guk lands with a right to the head.
Jong Guk scores with a shoulder strike.
Jong Guk has a couple of punches blocked by Campbell.
Campbell tries to work over Jong Guk's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jong Guk tries a body shot but Campbell blocks it.
Campbell goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jong Guk prevents it.
Jong Guk misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jong Guk. #T2#
A short uppercut from Jong Guk.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Campbell blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jong Guk lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD2#
Campbell has clasped his hands together around Jong Guk's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Campbell sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Jong Guk is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Jong Guk managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Campbell.
Jong Guk can't do much from the bottom here.
Jong Guk is pushing Campbell's head away, looking to escape. Campbell manages to hold on to the position though.
Jong Guk is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at IMMA Gym of Elite ASS, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Campbell scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Jong Guk to see if he's OK.
Campbell looks up at the clock and then as Jong Guk takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Campbell smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Jong Guk dodges the ground and pound from Campbell.
Campbell is chipping away with strikes.
Jong Guk is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Campbell asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Jong Guk trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#T3#
Campbell in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Campbell lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Jong Guk down.
Campbell prevents Jong Guk from escaping the position.
Campbell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jong Guk keeps working.
Campbell tries to advance to mount but Jong Guk denies him.
Campbell scoring with punches from side control.
Jong Guk takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Jong Guk wants to get back to his feet.
Campbell creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T4#
Jong Guk is trying to buck Campbell off.
Campbell moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #SUB2#
Campbell looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Campbell 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.
Jong Guk wants to get back to his feet but Campbell drags him back down.
Jong Guk tries to bench press Campbell off him but Campbell keeps the position.
Jong Guk taking punishment in the form of punches.
Jong Guk is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Jong Guk is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Campbell is controlling him well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Jong Guk connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#TD2#
Campbell darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Jong Guk looks like he's trying to stand up.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Campbell connects with a nice short shot to Jong Guk's temple.
Campbell is nestled in close to Jong Guk, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Campbell lands with a punch from half guard.
Jong Guk is trying to stand up here but Campbell is controlling him well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jong Guk has hold of Campbell's hands but Campbell slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jong Guk is staying active underneath Campbell, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Campbell stops Jong Guk from getting back to his feet.
Well, if Campbell is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Campbell thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Campbell sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jong Guk defending well though.
Campbell seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Campbell lands a nice short elbow.
Campbell scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Jong Guk trying to hold on to Campbell's head to control him but Campbell postures up.
Campbell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Campbell seems to be looking for submissions.
Campbell prevents Jong Guk from standing back up.
Campbell drops an elbow to the side of Jong Guk's head.
Jong Guk pushes Campbell off looking to stand but Campbell dives back in and keeps control.
Ground and pound from Campbell.
Jong Guk is trying to get back to full guard.
Campbell stops Jong Guk from getting back to his feet. #T2#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Campbell stops Jong Guk from getting back to his feet.
Jong Guk is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Campbell scores with a couple of nice shots.
Campbell looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Jong Guk with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Jong Guk is trying to stand back up but Campbell is controlling him
Campbell thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jong Guk's head.
Jong Guk tries to get to full guard but Campbell has control of the leg.
Jong Guk pushes Campbell off looking to stand but Campbell dives back in and keeps control.
Campbell is nestled in close to Jong Guk, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Stephen Campbell has got the better of the ground game so far.
Campbell is nestled in close to Jong Guk, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#ROC2#
Jong Guk is rocked!
Campbell scores with a big shot! Jong Guk's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Jong Guk! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stephen Campbell!
Stephen Campbell is the new welterweight champion!
After winning the bout, Stephen Campbell thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: GKNY 102 - Guk vs McGuire     
Date:   Nov 23, 2016
#R1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Campbell.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Walnuts is just out of range.
Walnuts lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Walnuts uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Campbell.
Campbell throws a head kick but Walnuts moves out of range.
Walnuts throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Campbell stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Walnuts ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL2#
Walnuts clinches. #TD#
Campbell works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Campbell is standing up over Walnuts. Walnuts looks to escape but Campbell dives into side control. #REVB#
Campbell is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Walnuts is avoiding damage well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Walnuts sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Walnuts is not content to let Campbell control the position. #T1#
Walnuts tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Campbell wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The strikes coming from Campbell are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Walnuts wants to control but Campbell postures up.
Campbell sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Walnuts is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Walnuts is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Campbell moves into full mount!
Campbell is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Campbell punching from mount but Walnuts doing a good job of avoiding damage. #T2##SUB#
Campbell swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Walnuts is now in Campbell's guard. A big mistake from Campbell there, giving up the dominant position!
Campbell is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Campbell is on top in guard. #REVR#
Campbell wants to control from the top but Walnuts keeps moving.
Campbell pushes down on Walnuts's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Campbell scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Walnuts avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Campbell. #T3#
Walnuts has hold of Campbell's hands but Campbell slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Campbell seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Campbell is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Campbell working Walnuts over with strikes.
Walnuts blocking the ground and pound attempt from Campbell.
Walnuts has hold of Campbell's hands but Campbell slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Walnuts avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Campbell.
Walnuts regains full guard. Nicely done.
Campbell in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Campbell scoring with some ground and pound. #T4#
Campbell not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Walnuts is trying to keep Campbell in close.
Campbell postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Campbell content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Campbell is looking to work some ground and pound but Walnuts has wrist control.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Walnuts blocks nicely.
Campbell in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Campbell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Walnuts is trying to control the position but Campbell postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Walnuts looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Walnuts is looking to clinch but Campbell is avoiding it.
Campbell swats away the attempt to clinch by Walnuts.
Danga de danga de dang - Campbell scores with a four punch combination!
Campbell scores with the left hand. Walnuts knows he should have avoided that one.
Campbell with a nice cross.
A left lands for Campbell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walnuts takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Walnuts throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campbell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Walnuts moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Campbell slips a jab from Walnuts.
Campbell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Campbell looks to land a left hand but Walnuts moved out of range nicely.
Campbell looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Walnuts.
Walnuts tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Campbell counters with a shoot takedown. Walnuts fights it but they end up in guard.
Campbell sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Campbell makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Campbell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Walnuts can do to turn this around?
Walnuts utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Walnuts blocks nicely.
Campbell landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Campbell 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.
Campbell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Campbell cracks Walnuts with a solid left hand.
Walnuts utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Campbell chips away with some ground and pound.
Walnuts working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campbell.
Campbell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Walnuts avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Walnuts utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Walnuts has Campbell pulled in close to control his posture. #T3#
Campbell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Campbell throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Walnuts works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Campbell is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Campbell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Campbell looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Campbell is looking to work some ground and pound but Walnuts has wrist control.
Campbell postures up in Walnuts's guard and throws a big left but Walnuts blocks it.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Walnuts is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Campbell throwing strikes but missing.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Walnuts is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Walnuts tries to clinch up but Campbell circles away and keeps his distance.
Walnuts tries to clinch up.
Walnuts connects with a nice looking jab.
Walnuts tries to bum rush Campbell with a series of wild strikes but Campbell uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Walnuts lands a lovely overhand right.
Campbell pivots, looking for a leg kick but Walnuts is out of range and Campbell settles back down.
Walnuts tries to close the distance and clinch but Campbell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Walnuts looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A jab lands there for Walnuts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that second round.
That's time! Campbell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Campbell takes a swing at Walnuts's ribcage but misses.
Decent striking displayed by Campbell there.
Campbell stuffs the takedown attempt from Walnuts. Walnuts gets slowly back to his feet.
Campbell misses with a series of wild punches.
Walnuts misses with an uppercut
and Campbell makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Campbell lands with a hook. Walnuts tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Walnuts is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Campbell.
Walnuts just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromCampbell.
Campbell takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walnuts uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Campbell.
A nice side step and Walnuts releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Campbell throws a good cross that connects.
Walnuts tries to clinch but Campbell is having none of it.
Walnuts fails with an attempt to clinch.
Campbell lands a right hook to the body. #T1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Campbell. #TD#
Campbell shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Walnuts's guard.
Campbell wants to control from the top but Walnuts keeps moving.
Campbell postures up and lands a big shot to Walnuts's brow.
Walnuts trying to control the position.
Campbell with a nice head shot there.
Campbell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Campbell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Campbell throws a big elbow that misses. #T2#
Campbell wants to control from the top but Walnuts keeps moving.
Campbell looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Campbell throwing strikes but missing.
Campbell is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Campbell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Walnuts avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A left lands for Campbell.
Campbell swats away the attempt to clinch by Walnuts.#CL2#
Walnuts clinches.
Paul Walnuts has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Campbell softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Campbell struggles to land a body shot inside as Walnuts controls his hands.
Campbell wants to take the fight to the mat but Walnuts manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Campbell has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Walnuts avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Campbell goes for a takedown in the clinch but Walnuts prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Campbell holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Walnuts is looking to break free of the clinch but Campbell has double underhooks.
Walnuts misses with some punches.
Campbell misses with a punch on the inside.
Campbell working aggressively here.
Campbell misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Campbell lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell is stalling here.
Walnuts jumps guard but Campbell turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Stephen Campbell is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Campbell has Walnuts pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Walnuts manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stephen Campbell showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Campbell 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stephen Campbell!

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

 

Event: GKNY 95 - Campbell v Skog     
Date:   Oct 19, 2016
#R1#
Campbell throws a looping overhand right but Skog ducks down to avoid it.
Skog lands a nice looking body shot.
Campbell looks to throw the jab but Skog is out of range.
Campbell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Skog swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Skog throws a big shot that misses.
Skog attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Skog connects with a looping right hand.
Skog tries a low kick but Campbell avoids it.
Campbell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Skog throws out the jab.
Dan Skog seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Campbell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell throws a shot from downtown. Skog moves away and avoids it.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Skog is just out of range.
Skog lands a slapping body shot.
Skog jabs at Campbell's body.
Campbell has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Den of Tears (22 coaches) in the buildup to the fight.
Campbell lands a body shot. #T1#
Skog wants to slow Campbell down by chopping away at his legs.
Campbell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Skog sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Skog 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.
Skog lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Campbell looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Skog throws a jab but it's blocked by Campbell.
Skog lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Skog 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 Campbell has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Campbell and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Campbell with a hook.
Campbell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Skog uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Campbell.#TD#
Campbell throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Skog was covering up waiting for the punch and Campbell finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Skog working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campbell.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell wants to control from the top but Skog keeps moving. #T2#
Skog wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell with a flurry of punches that miss.
Campbell lands a couple of digs.
Skog trying to control the position here.
Skog is trying to control the position but Campbell postures up.
Campbell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Campbell engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Campbell wants to control from the top but Skog keeps moving.
Campbell tries to free his leg and advance position but Skog is retaining full guard. #T3#
Campbell connects with a couple of short punches.
Skog 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.
Campbell throws a big right hand that misses.
Campbell wants to control from the top but Skog keeps moving.
Campbell wants to pass the guard but Skog is keeping the position.
Campbell lands a couple of elbows.
Campbell works over Skog with some ground and pound from guard.
Skog manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Campbell manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Skog 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. #T4#
Campbell keeping moving, preventing Skog from controlling successfully.
Campbell is trying to keep Skog in close.
Skog trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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 Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod.
That's time! Campbell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Campbell misses with a straight left.
Skog punishes Campbell's body with a nice straight punch.
Skog lands with an uppercut that bounces Campbell off the cage and back into range.
Campbell misses with a low kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Campbell.
Campbell throws a half hearted mid kick.
Skog throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Campbell on the side of the head.
Campbell smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Campbell takes a swing at Skog's ribcage but misses.
Skog stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nice shot by Skog.
A looping hook to the body misses from Campbell. Skog does a little dance to reset his feet.
Skog throws out a counter right but Campbell avoids it with no problem.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Skog looks to land a left hand but Campbell moved out of range nicely.
Skog dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Campbell. That did some damage!
Skog bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Campbell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Skog throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Campbell scores with a body shot.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Skog.
Campbell jabs Skog right on the nose. Skog blinks but takes it well.
Campbell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Skog looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Campbell is fending him off so far but Skog persists. Nope, Campbell circles away and we're back to standing.
Skog throws a leg kick but Campbell sees it coming and moves out of range.
Campbell chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Skog can pounce on him.
Skog tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Skog.
Skog connects with a leg kick. Campbell looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Skog ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Campbell throws a lazy right hand but Skog sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Campbell misses.
Skog looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A big left from Campbell misses. #T2#
Campbell takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Some bone on bone action there as Skog checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Campbell checks a low kick from Skog.
Campbell is looking to counter punch.
Campbell shoots for a double leg takedown but Skog sprawls well. He's pushed Campbell's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Campbell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Skog throws a head kick that misses.
Skog tries a low kick but Campbell avoids it.
Skog misses the jab.
Campbell connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Skog slips a straight right by Campbell.
Dan Skog seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Skog ducks right into an uppercut from Campbell.
Campbell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Skog.
Campbell moves out of range of the body kick from Skog.
Good shot there by Campbell.#T3#
Skog throws a leg kick that misses.
Campbell was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Skog throws a hook but Campbell blocks it.
Skog slips a jab from Campbell.
Skog throws a leg kick but Campbell checks it.
Campbell half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Skog misses with a wild body shot.
Campbell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Skog at a distance.
Campbell avoids a kick to the body.
Skog throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Skog sprawls well. Skog wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Campbell gets slowly back to his feet.
Campbell scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T4#
Skog swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Skog misses with an attempted mid kick.
Campbell misses with a jab to the body
and Skog counters with a nice uppercut.
Skog throws a leg kick but Campbell sees it coming and moves out of range. #TD#
Campbell closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Skog to the mat! Skog manages to get full 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!
Campbell scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Campbell trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Skog tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Skog working a defensive guard here.
Skog can't keep his opponent in guard - Campbell advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Campbell working the head and body with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Dan Skog will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Campbell takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Campbell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Skog was well out of range. Poor timing from Campbell.
Skog looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Skog.
Campbell misses the shot to the body.
Skog lands with a right hand.
Skog looks to score with a jab to the body but Campbell is just out of range.
Campbell takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#TD#
Campbell fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Skog sprawls well initially but Campbell persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Skog trying to control from the bottom.
Skog is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Campbell is looking for a kimura but Skog is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Campbell to get the leverage.
Campbell is nestled in close to Skog, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Skog makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Skog.#T1#
Campbell wants to control from the top but Skog keeps moving.
Stephen Campbell overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Campbell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Skog is keeping the position for now.
Skog looking to hit a scissor sweep but Campbell is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skog is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Campbell scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Skog is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Campbell lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Skog 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.
Campbell lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Campbell trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Campbell scoring with some ground and pound.
Skog avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Campbell trying to control but Skog is working from the bottom.
Campbell postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Skog bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Campbell's guard. #REVB##T3#
Campbell wants to control the position but Skog says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Skog is trying to control the action in half guard but Campbell is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Skog takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Skog looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Skog uses his free foot to push down on Campbell's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Campbell.
Campbell slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Skog thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Campbell's head.
Skog prevents Campbell from improving his position.#T4#
Campbell is not content to let Skog control the position.
Skog trying to pass the guard but Campbell defending well.
Skog is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Campbell is refusing to be controlled, as Skog sits in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Dan Skog.
I think Skog has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Dan Skog!

 

Event: GKNY 89 - Campbell v Markovic     
Date:   Sep 10, 2016
#R1#
Nice uppercut lands for Campbell. That snapped Markovic's head back.
Sloppy strikes from Campbell. Those never looked like landing.
Campbell misses with a hook. Markovic ducked under it nicely.
Markovic throws a lazy right hand but Campbell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Campbell defending well as Markovic loads up on a big left hand.
Markovic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Markovic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Campbell lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Campbell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Campbell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Markovic throws out the jab.
Markovic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Markovic tries to clinch there but Campbell circles away.
Campbell seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Campbell swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
Campbell staying out of range there.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Markovic.
Markovic goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Milo Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Campbell throws a body punch but Markovic moves out of range.
Markovic's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Markovic duly obliges. #T1#
Campbell will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Markovic misses with a straight right.
Markovic slips a jab and a cross from Campbell.
Milo Markovic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Markovic lands with a nice body kick.
Markovic throws a lazy right hand but Campbell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Campbell misses with a double jab
and Markovic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Campbell looks to throw the jab but Markovic is out of range.
Campbell walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Campbell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Campbell jabs Markovic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Campbell throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Markovic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Markovic misses with a looping left.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Markovic manages to avoid it.
Markovic defending well as Campbell loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Markovic throws a looping overhand right but Campbell ducks down to avoid it.
Markovic takes a swing at Campbell's ribcage but misses.
Campbell jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice uppercut there from Markovic.
Markovic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A punch combination from Markovic misses.
Markovic ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Markovic throws a jab when Campbell was well out of range.
Markovic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A little feinted left hand from Campbell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Campbell shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Markovic defends it nicely.
Markovic slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Campbell misses with a series of wild punches. #T3#
Campbell just misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell walks into a stiff left hand from Markovic.
Campbell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Markovic throws a nice looking combination but Campbell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A little feinted left hand from Campbell on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Markovic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Campbell counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Markovic misses with a hook.
Campbell slips a jab and a cross from Markovic.
Markovic jabs Campbell to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A decent looking cross lands there for Markovic.
Campbell connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Markovic cracks Campbell with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Campbell takes a jab right on the kisser.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Markovic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A shot to the body from Campbell misses
and Markovic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Markovic throws a series of punches but Campbell avoids them all with ease. #T4#
Campbell throws a front kick aimed at Markovic's knee but Markovic avoids it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Campbell. Markovic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Markovic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Markovic is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Campbell had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Campbell swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
Campbell fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy.
Campbell throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Campbell fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Markovic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Campbell ducks under a wild hook from Markovic.
Campbell's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Markovic connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Campbell scrambles back to his feet.
Markovic just misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Markovic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Campbell has time to react.
Markovic feints a jab promting Campbell to slip. Markovic then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Campbell slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Jab from Campbell.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Milo Markovic dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Markovic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Markovic just misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Campbell misses with a wild combination.
Campbell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Campbell attempts a counter takedown but Markovic avoids it well and moves away.
Markovic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Markovic looks to throw the jab but Campbell is out of range.
Campbell half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Markovic throws a jab but it's blocked by Campbell.
Campbell half committed to a counter leg kick.
Markovic throws a jab but it's blocked by Campbell.
Campbell changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Campbell works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic misses with a straight right.
Campbell thinks about countering with a head kick.
Nice sprawl there from Markovic as Campbell shoots in.
Despite the aggression on Markovic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Campbell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD#
Markovic gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Campbell keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Markovic's head.#T1#
Campbell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Campbell is looking to work some ground and pound but Markovic has wrist control.
Markovic keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
Campbell throwing strikes but missing.
Campbell trying to move into half guard but instead Markovic has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Markovic is working Campbell over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campbell keeping moving, preventing Markovic from controlling successfully.
Markovic scoring with punches to the head and body.
Markovic loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Campbell doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Campbell looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Campbell keeping moving, preventing Markovic from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Markovic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Campbell looking to control. #SUB#
Campbell escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Markovic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Markovic missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Markovic is looking to work some ground and pound but Campbell has wrist control.
Markovic looking to sit in guard and control but Campbell gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3#
Campbell looking to pass the guard.
Markovic has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Campbell trying to control but Markovic is working from the bottom.
Campbell working some strikes from top position.
Markovic 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#
Markovic slips a nice elbow through Campbell's hands, connecting with Campbell's forehead.
Markovic trying to control from half guard but Campbell is working away.
Campbell tries to roll over but Markovic keeps him under control.#T4#
Markovic wants to control but Campbell is keeping him busy.
Markovic is taking a breather. Campbell says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Campbell wants to get back to full guard.
Markovic is taking a breather. Campbell says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Markovic trying to pass the guard but Campbell defending well.
Campbell trying to control here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell is refusing to be controlled, as Markovic sits in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Milo Markovic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
Campbell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Campbell.
A jab from Markovic misses.
Markovic looks to throw the jab but Campbell is out of range.
Markovic lands with a good body shot.
Campbell is looking to score with low kicks.
Campbell misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Markovic looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Markovic. Campbell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Milo Markovic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Campbell attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Campbell throws a shot to the body.
Markovic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Campbell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic moves in looking to clinch but Campbell pushes him off.
Markovic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Campbell.
Markovic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Markovic throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Campbell tried to counter with a leg kick but Markovic avoided it.
Campbell is looking to wear down Markovic with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
The fighters circling - Markovic throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Campbell throws a body shot but no joy.
Campbell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Campbell.
Campbell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Markovic.
Campbell throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Campbell motions for Markovic to come forward. Campbell throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Markovic misses with a body kick.
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy.
Markovic misses with the combination.
Campbell feinted with a counter takedown.
Markovic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Campbell.
Markovic misses with a right hand
and Campbell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Markovic slips under a jab.
Markovic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Markovic tries to clinch but Campbell is having none of it.
Campbell throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #T2#
Markovic works Campbell's body with a nice hook.
Campbell moves out of range of the strikes.
Markovic throws the left hand but Campbell avoids the punch easily.
Markovic connects with a nice looking jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Markovic feints a jab promting Campbell to slip. Markovic then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Campbell slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
A left lands for Markovic.#TD#
Campbell looking to score a takedown here. Markovic is defending well but Campbell drives through and ends up in Markovic's guard.
Campbell scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Markovic throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Markovic controlling the position.
Campbell with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Campbell lands a couple of elbows.#T3#
Campbell trying to control but Markovic is working from the bottom.
Markovic working a defensive guard here.
Campbell connects with a couple of short punches.
Campbell sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Markovic's guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Campbell lands a nice short elbow.
Campbell throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Campbell throws a strike but Markovic avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Markovic keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
Campbell lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Markovic controlling Campbell's posture. #T4#
Campbell throws a big elbow that misses.
Campbell wants to control from the top but Markovic keeps moving.
Campbell distracts Markovic with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Markovic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Campbell gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Campbell preventing the sweep.
Markovic has Campbell pulled in close to control his posture.
Campbell stays in close to Markovic's body and controls the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Stephen Campbell did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Markovic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Markovic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Campbell connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Markovic scrambles back to his feet.
Markovic lands a nice hook to Campbell's body. Campbell takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Markovic looks for the body kick but Campbell saw that one coming.
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Markovic's shoulder, as Markovic tries to avoid the shot.
Markovic misses with a wild body shot.
Markovic throws a looping overhand right but Campbell ducks down to avoid it.
Campbell takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Campbell shoots in for a double leg but Markovic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Markovic lands a jab to Campbell's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Campbell.
Markovic stuns Campbell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Markovic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Markovic thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Markovic does it's job there.#T1#
Campbell moves out of range as Markovic strikes.
Campbell appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Markovic throws a jab when Campbell was well out of range.
Campbell cracks a nice hook into Markovic's ribs.
Markovic connects with a right hand. Campbell shakes it off.
Campbell misses with a wild combination.
Markovic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Campbell moves out of range as Markovic strikes.
Campbell throws the left hand but Markovic avoids the punch easily.
Campbell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
Markovic misses with a body shot.
Campbell moves out of range as Markovic strikes.
Campbell looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Markovic is fending him off so far but Campbell persists. Nope, Markovic circles away and we're back to standing.
Campbell throws a shot from downtown. Markovic moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Campbell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice takedown defense from Markovic. No joy for Campbell on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Markovic scores with a sloppy right hand. Campbell should have avoided that one.
Markovic misses with a wild combination.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Markovic crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Campbell - the referee stops the clock and Markovic gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Campbell. Markovic manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell lands a slapping body shot.
Markovic avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Markovic misses with a hook.
Markovic throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Campbell counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES2#
Markovic has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Campbell is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Campbell lands with a light punch inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Campbell takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T3#
Markovic lands a body shot in the clinch.
Campbell can't get the takedown.
Markovic lands a shoulder strike.
Markovic is trying to stall.
Campbell blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Markovic.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Campbell takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Markovic scores with a shot to the side of Campbell's head.
Markovic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Markovic has a couple of punches blocked by Campbell. #T4#
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Campbell lands with a right to the head.
Campbell tries to score a body lock takedown but Markovic shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Markovic gets through Campbell's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Markovic prevents the takedown attempt.
Campbell swings wildly with an uppercut but Markovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Campbell wants to take the fight to the mat but Markovic manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Markovic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell misses with a hook to the ribs.
Markovic digs a right hand underneath Campbell's ribcage. Campbell let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Campbell works on Markovic's body with a couple of short punches.
Markovic misses with a body punch.
Campbell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Milo Markovic seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Markovic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Markovic prevents a takedown attempt there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Milo Markovic dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Markovic lands a jab-cross combination.
Markovic throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Markovic! #TD#
Campbell dives in and scores a takedown into Markovic's guard.#ES2#
Markovic has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Campbell has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back 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!
Markovic is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Campbell lands with a right to the head.
Markovic displaying some good clinch control by pressing Campbell up against the cage.
Markovic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Markovic misses with a punch on the inside.
Markovic misses with a body punch.
A short left from Campbell. #T1#
Campbell wants a takedown but no success here.
Campbell blocks an uppercut.
Markovic tries to throw a body punch but Campbell avoids it by throwing Markovic back against the cage.
Markovic misses with the head strike. #TD#
Campbell is trying to trip Markovic. He has hold of a leg but Markovic is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Campbell persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Markovic has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Campbell is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Campbell has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Markovic after a bit of a struggle.
Campbell lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Campbell has a couple of punches blocked by Markovic.
Markovic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Campbell blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Markovic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Campbell.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic has a couple of punches blocked by Campbell.
Markovic misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Markovic fails to land. #T2#
Markovic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Markovic is leaning against Campbell and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Campbell prevents a body shot from Markovic.
Markovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Markovic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Campbell prevents a body shot from Markovic.
Markovic lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Campbell. #TD#
Campbell has Markovic pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Campbell pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Markovic tumbling to the mat - Campbell dives into Markovic's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Markovic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Markovic trying to control the position from guard on top but Campbell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB#
Campbell is looking for a triangle but Markovic pushes his legs off easily.
Markovic sitting in guard here, content to control.
Markovic works over Campbell with some ground and pound from guard.
Markovic passes Campbell's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Markovic trying to control the pace.
Campbell is refusing to be controlled, as Markovic sits in half guard.
Milo Markovic is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Campbell is trying to get back to full guard.
Campbell trying to hold on to Markovic's head to control him but Markovic postures up.
Markovic looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Stephen Campbell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Markovic is taking a breather. Campbell says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 46:49
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 46:49
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Milo Markovic!

Milo Markovic is the new welterweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Milo Markovic thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: GKNY 85 - Campbell v Reilly     
Date:   Aug 13, 2016
#R1#
Reilly showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Campbell.
No luck for Campbell with that takedown attempt.
A slow jab from Reilly misses its intended target.
Campbell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Reilly.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reilly tries to clinch up but Campbell circles away and keeps his distance.
Campbell cracks Reilly with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Reilly 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 Campbell has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Campbell and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Campbell dips to his left and cracks Reilly with an uppercut!#T1#
A left lands for Campbell.
A leg kick checked by Reilly.
Reilly wants to counter the offense by Campbell and move into the clinch position.
Campbell looks to score with a jab to the body but Reilly is just out of range.
Campbell fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Campbell misses with a double jab.
Reilly moves out of range as Campbell strikes.
Reilly was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Campbell throws a jab when Reilly was well out of range.
Reilly fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Campbell misses with an uppercut. Reilly saw that one coming.
Reilly throws a counter combo.
Campbell has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Den of Tears (22 coaches) in the buildup to the fight.
Reilly uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Campbell.#T2#
Campbell throws a hook to the side of Reilly's head but Reilly sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Campbell backing away here, and Reilly unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Campbell throws a body punch but Reilly moves out of range.
Reilly now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Frank Reilly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Reilly misses with a straight left.
Reilly stuffs the takedown attempt from Campbell. Campbell gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Reilly throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A big left from Campbell misses.
Campbell finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Campbell lands a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Campbell lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Campbell throws a body shot but no joy.
Campbell moves out of range of the strikes.
Reilly throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A right-left combo lands from Campbell.
Campbell blocks a head kick by Reilly.
Campbell throws a body punch but Reilly moves out of range.
Reilly throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Reilly misses with a hook
and Campbell counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Campbell throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Reilly to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Reilly slips a jab and a cross from Campbell.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campbell misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little jabbing left from Reilly on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Reilly blocks a jab.
Campbell throws a leg kick
and Reilly counters with a low kick, right behind Campbell 's knee.
Campbell looks to land a right hand but Reilly moved out of range.
Reilly misses with a low kick.
Campbell shoots in but Reilly avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Campbell sets himself, and Reilly steps forward looking for the clinch! Campbell avoids it this time.
Campbell lunges at Reilly with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Reilly's hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
A slow jab from Campbell misses its intended target.
Reilly tries to counter with a clinch but Campbell shakes him off and moves away.
Campbell misses with a low kick.
Campbell just misses with a punch to the body.
Reilly steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Campbell.
Good leg kick by Reilly there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Campbell lands with a thumping leg kick.
Campbell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Reilly sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Reilly has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Campbell wants to land a leg kick but Reilly is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reilly avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Campbell backing away here, and Reilly unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Campbell cracks Reilly with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Campbell connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Campbell tries to land a front kick but Reilly steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Campbell ducks right into an uppercut from Reilly.
Reilly takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Reilly as he avoids it easily.
It seemed like Reilly was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Reilly checks a leg kick.
Campbell misses the body punch #CL2#
and Reilly counters by moving into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Reilly.
Campbell lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Campbell.
Reilly misses with some punches.
Campbell is trying to drag Reilly to the mat but Reilly just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Campbell misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Campbell is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Reilly is trying to maintain a safe position but Campbell gets an underhook and turns Reilly into the cage.
Campbell working aggressively here.
Campbell is trying to maintain a safe position but Reilly gets an underhook and turns Campbell into the cage.
Reilly lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Campbell throws a head punch that misses.
Reilly lands a nice uppercut.
Campbell takes a shot to the head.
Campbell avoiding damage as Reilly throws knees to the body.
Reilly has Campbell pushed against the cage.
Reilly dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Campbell swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Campbell misses with a hook from the clinch.
Reilly lands a shot to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Campbell.
Reilly doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Reilly lands with a left to the head.
Reilly tries to stall but Campbell uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Stalling in the clinch from Reilly.
Campbell tries to stall but Reilly uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Campbell can't find room to land a body shot as Reilly controls the action.
Reilly trying to land knees to the body.
Campbell misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Reilly fails to land.
The referee is keeping an eye on Reilly - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Campbell is stalling here.
Reilly leaning his opponent against the cage.#T4#
Reilly fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Reilly is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Campbell is keeping busy.
Reilly misses with some punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Campbell.
Campbell swings wildly with an uppercut but Reilly uses good head movement to avoid it.
Reilly avoiding damage.
Campbell drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Campbell can't get the takedown.
Reilly lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Stephen Campbell will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Campbell tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Campbell throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Reilly let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Reilly with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Reilly slips under a jab.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown but Reilly shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Reilly is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
The fighters circling - Campbell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Campbell moves out of range as Reilly strikes.
Campbell drops down looking for a counter takedown but Reilly sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell clobbers Reilly with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Reilly throws a hook to the side of Campbell's head but Campbell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Campbell feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Campbell attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Reilly looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Campbell uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Campbell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Reilly.
Reilly tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Reilly ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Reilly wants to counter with a clinch but Campbell pushes him away.
An inside leg kick lands from Reilly.
Reilly checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Reilly scores with a head kick.
Campbell misses with a leg kick
and Reilly counters with a two punch combo. #TD#
Campbell gets the takedown into side control. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Campbell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Reilly has escaped the position, nice work there.
Campbell throwing strikes but Reilly manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Campbell trying to remain calm as Reilly controls from the top position.
Campbell is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Campbell is trying to control Reilly's posture but Reilly avoids it.
Reilly has knee on belly and moves into mount. #T3#
Campbell tries to reverse the position but Reilly maintains control.
Reilly controlling from the full mount.
Campbell is trying desperately to improve position.
Campbell is squirming around, avoiding Reilly's attempts to control the action.
Campbell is trying to escape the mount but Reilly keeps good control and instead manages to take Campbell's back. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Reilly has good solid back control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Reilly is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Campbell rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell trying to control but Reilly postures up.
Campbell trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Reilly manages to pass to mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Reilly really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Campbell pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Reilly tries to counter by closing the distance.
Reilly takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Campbell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reilly was well out of range. Poor timing from Campbell.
Reilly replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Campbell blocks it well.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Campbell sets himself, and Reilly steps forward looking for the clinch! Campbell avoids it this time.
Campbell throws a looping overhand right but Reilly ducks down to avoid it.
Reilly is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Campbell looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Reilly.
Campbell lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A shot to the liver by Reilly. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Reilly works the jab nicely.
Campbell misses with an uppercut.
An inside leg kick from Reilly misses.
Campbell throws a leg kick
and Reilly counters with a leg kick.
Reilly uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Campbell.
Reilly steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Campbell.
Campbell connects with a looping right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Reilly. That snapped Campbell's head back.
Campbell misses with a straight right.
Campbell throws a chopping leg kick but Reilly manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T2#
Campbell throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Reilly's waist but Reilly gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Campbell off to one side.
Reilly tries to counter with a clinch but Campbell shakes him off and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Campbell misses the shot to the body.
Campbell lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Reilly throws a head kick that misses.
And Campbell counters with a quick kick to the body but Reilly blocks it.
Campbell takes a swing at Reilly's ribcage but misses.
A big left from Campbell misses.
Reilly wants to counter with a clinch but Campbell pushes him away.
Campbell throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Reilly to counter with a crisp jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A slow jab from Campbell misses its intended target.
Reilly tries to counter with a clinch but Campbell shakes him off and moves away.
Campbell lands a jab-cross combination. #T3#
Campbell shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Reilly counters with an outside leg kick.
Reilly misses the jab.
Campbell feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Reilly on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Campbell.
Campbell jabs Reilly to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A cross from Reilly lands.
Campbell throws out a loose jab but Reilly uses good head movement to avoid it.
Campbell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Reilly scores with a nice right hand.
Reilly throws a leg kick but Campbell moved away.
Campbell looks to land a right hand but Reilly moved out of range.
Reilly takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Campbell throws out a loose jab but Reilly uses good head movement to avoid it.
Reilly only half commits to the counter leg kick.#TD#
Reilly gets caught flat footed, as Campbell shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Reilly working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Campbell.
Campbell throwing strikes from guard but Reilly blocks nicely.
Campbell stands up over Reilly, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell had his way with Frank Reilly in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R5##TD#
Campbell drives through with a takedown into Reilly's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Reilly utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Campbell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Reilly is keeping the position for now.
Campbell is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Reilly is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Reilly's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Reilly looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Reilly has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Campbell has passed into side control. #T1#
Reilly manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Campbell wants to work for an arm triangle but Reilly is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Campbell with the ground and pound but Reilly uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Reilly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campbell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Stephen Campbell overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Campbell's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Reilly looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Frank Reilly has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Reilly seems keen to control Campbell's posture.
Reilly is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Campbell throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Reilly is pulling down on Campbell's head. It's preventing any offense from Campbell, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Reilly takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T3#
Campbell tests Reilly's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Campbell has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Reilly finds it's way round the side to connect with Campbell's head.
Campbell throws a shot from downtown. Reilly moves away and avoids it.
Reilly scores with a kick to the midsection.
Campbell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Reilly.
Campbell lands with a nice body punch.
Reilly uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Campbell.
Reilly wants to counter with a clinch but Campbell pushes him away.
Campbell closes the distance and clinches up with Reilly, looking for a takedown. Campbell pushes Reilly against the cage but Reilly circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T4#
Campbell just misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell misses with an uppercut #CL2#
and Reilly counters by moving into the clinch.
Campbell drops down looking for an ankle pick but Reilly pulls his leg out and moves away.
Campbell throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Reilly counters with a stiff right hand.
Campbell swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Reilly.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Reilly sprawls well. Reilly wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Campbell gets slowly back to his feet.
Reilly swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Stephen Campbell is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
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!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell tries to work over Reilly's front leg with a kick but Reilly checks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Stephen Campbell showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Campbell 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 49:46
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 49:46
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stephen Campbell!

Stephen Campbell retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Stephen Campbell 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: GKNY 80 - Kinshaw v Donalds     
Date:   Jul 16, 2016
#R1#
Skog throws a push kick but Campbell slaps the foot to one side.
Campbell changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Skog throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Campbell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Skog manages to avoid it.
Skog throws a fast counter high kick but Campbell manages to duck under it in time.
Campbell misses with a few strikes there.
Skog swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Campbell checks a low kick from Skog.
Campbell jabs Skog to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Skog pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Campbell takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Skog scores with a kick to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell clobbers Skog with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Skog swings for the body but Campbell moves out of range.
Skog turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Skog misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Campbell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Campbell fails with an attempt to clinch.
Skog has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Skog swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Campbell wants to land a leg kick but Skog is out of range.
Campbell scores with a leg kick. #TD2#
Skog dives in and scores a takedown into Campbell's guard.
Campbell keeping full guard, as Skog tries to pass.
Campbell is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Skog tries to free his leg and advance position but Campbell is retaining full guard.
Campbell tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Campbell is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T2#
Skog controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Skog swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Campbell counters with a nice uppercut.
Campbell throws a wild body kick that Skog sees coming a mile off.
Skog lands with a kick to the ribs. #T3#
Campbell avoids a kick to the body.
Skog scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Campbell looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Skog connects with a leg kick. Campbell looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Campbell throws a nice looking combination but Skog bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Skog walks into a straight right hand from Campbell.
Skog fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Campbell.
Skog stuffs the takedown.
Skog displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Campbell throws out the jab.
Campbell throws a head kick but Skog moves out of range.
Skog on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Campbell throws a shot from downtown. Skog moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Skog fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Campbell, pushing him back against the cage.
Skog stalling against the cage.
Skog fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Skog fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Campbell lands a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Skog creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Skog lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
Skog misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Skog scores with a hook to the body.
Campbell lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Skog.
Skog stalls.
Campbell has Skog pushed against the cage.
Skog lands with a right to the head.
Skog wants to break the clinch but can't.
Campbell throws a head punch that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dan Skog dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Skog keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Campbell.
Campbell throws a sloppy body shot
and Skog counters with a straight right hand.
Skog fails to land with a series of punches.
Skog attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Skog looks to land a right hand but Campbell moved out of range.
Skog looks for the body kick but Campbell saw that one coming.
Skog fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Campbell on the side of the head.
Campbell looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Campbell checks a low kick from Skog.
Skog throws a leg kick
and Campbell counters with a left and a right that stings Skog.
Skog thows a left - swing and a miss!
A telegraphed right hand from Campbell misses the target.
Skog looks to land a body kick but Campbell moved away.
Campbell checks a leg kick. #T1#
Campbell lands a body shot.
Skog pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Skog thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Campbell if he has to take too many more of those.
Skog gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Campbell counters with a nice double leg into side control. Skog won't be happy with that.
Campbell is looking to take a break and control but Skog is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Skog is looking for a sweep.
Skog is still trying to improve position.
Campbell grinds an elbow into Skog's temple.
Skog gets back to half guard.
Skog is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Nice strikes from Campbell there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Skog is trying to maintain the position but Campbell is very close to passing his half guard.
Skog taking some punishment here, with Campbell in his half guard.
Skog is not content to let Campbell control the position.
Campbell throwing shots but Skog is blocking nicely.
Campbell is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Campbell pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Campbell connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #T3#
Skog wants to hold on but Campbell pushes him away.
Campbell with a couple of short strikes.
Skog is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Skog is in all sorts of trouble here.
Skog is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skog is bucking up trying to escape but Campbell cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Campbell tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Campbell connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #ROC#
Skog is rocked!
Campbell dominating with strikes here.
Skog is still in real trouble! Can Campbell finish him?
Skog in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Skog really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T4#
Campbell punishing his opponent with strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campbell looking to control and managing it successfully.
Campbell looking to control but Skog is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Campbell loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Skog scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Campbell land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Campbell stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stephen Campbell!
Stephen Campbell is the new welterweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Stephen Campbell thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: GKNY 76 - Sackett v Markovic 2     
Date:   Jun 18, 2016
#R1#
Corson misses with a hook.
Campbell looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Campbell definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Corson lands a nice looking kick to the body. Campbell takes a step back to recover.
Campbell missing with a left hand there. Corson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A big left from Corson misses.
Campbell throws a head kick that misses.
Corson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice straight punches there by Campbell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Campbell.
Campbell blocks a low kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Corson doesn't manage to clinch there - Campbell circles away.
Campbell half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Campbell throws a leg kick that misses.
Campbell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Campbell lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T1#
Corson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Campbell.
A head kick misses from Corson.
A nice inside leg kick there by Corson. That's going to slow Campbell down.
Corson 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.
Campbell thows a left - swing and a miss!
Campbell takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Campbell misses with a hook
and Corson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Campbell throws a leg kick that misses.
Corson feints the counter takedown.
Corson staying out of range there.
Corson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Corson misses the shot to the body.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Corson. #T2#
Nice body kick from Corson.
Corson feints and then cracks Campbell's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Campbell down.
Campbell lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Corson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Campbell.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Corson rushes Campbell and presses him up against the cage.
Campbell tries for a takedown but Corson manages to get underhooks.
Campbell lands a body shot.
Corson tries to work over Campbell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Corson has a couple of punches blocked by Campbell.
Campbell has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Corson after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stephen Campbell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Campbell.
Corson struggles to land a body shot inside as Campbell controls his hands.
Corson digs a right hand into Campbell's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Campbell's gas tank.
A right hook to the body lands for Corson.
Campbell is breathing heavily.
Campbell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Campbell working aggressively here. #T3#
Campbell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Campbell blocks a body shot from Corson.
Corson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Corson gets through Campbell's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Corson swings wildly with an uppercut but Campbell uses good head movement to avoid it.
Corson lands with a light punch inside.
Corson stalling in the clinch.
Corson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Corson misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Campbell.
Campbell misses with some punches.
Campbell blocks an uppercut.
Campbell prevents a body shot from Corson.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Campbell.
Corson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Corson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Corson has a couple of punches blocked by Campbell.
Corson letting Campbell take a breather here.
Campbell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Corson's elbow. #T4#
Campbell misses with the head strike.
Corson lands a shoulder strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Campbell stalling.
Corson tries a body shot but Campbell blocks it.
Corson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Corson is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Corson.
Corson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Campbell tries to throw a body punch but Corson avoids it by throwing Campbell back against the cage.
Corson lands with a short shot to the head.
Campbell has Corson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Corson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Corson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Corson swings wildly with an uppercut but Campbell uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Campbell is trying to trip Corson. He has hold of a leg but Corson is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Campbell persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Corson keeping full guard, as Campbell tries to pass.
Campbell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Shayne Corson dominated that round.
That's time! Campbell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Nice straight punches there by Campbell. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Campbell.
Corson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Campbell.
Campbell throws an overhand right that lands on Corson's shoulder, as Corson tries to avoid the shot.
Corson feints and then cracks Campbell's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Campbell down.
Corson is looking to clinch.
Campbell appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Campbell throws a looping overhand right but Corson ducks down to avoid it.
Stephen Campbell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Corson ducks under a wild hook from Campbell.
Corson is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Campbell circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell lands a two punch combo.
Corson tries to clinch but Campbell is having none of it.
Campbell appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Campbell 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 Corson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Corson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A solid leg kick lands there for Campbell.
Shayne Corson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Corson avoids the head kick by Campbell.
Corson throws a hook to the side of Campbell's head but Campbell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Campbell throws a left and a right that both miss
and Corson counters with a nice uppercut.
Corson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Corson is looking to clinch.
Campbell blocks a leg kick.
Nice cross by Campbell.
Corson is looking to land body kicks.
Corson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Corson just misses with a punch to the body.
Campbell shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Corson sprawls well. Corson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Campbell gets slowly back to his feet.
Shayne Corson seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Campbell misses with a hook
and Corson counters with an outside leg kick. #TD#
Campbell looking to score a takedown here. Corson is defending well but Campbell drives through and ends up in Corson'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!
Corson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Campbell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Corson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Campbell passes Corson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Campbell 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.
Campbell throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Campbell missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Campbell throwing shots but Corson is blocking nicely.
Corson desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Corson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Corson is staying active underneath Campbell, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Campbell missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Corson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Campbell.
Campbell working Corson over with strikes.
Campbell not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Corson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Campbell.
Campbell looks to land a strike but Corson avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Campbell throwing strikes but missing.
Corson keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Corson scores with a push kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Stephen Campbell dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Corson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Campbell connects with a solid leg kick.
Corson scores with a jab to the body.
Corson tries to land a leg kick but Campbell saw it coming and moves away.
Campbell scores with a jab to the body.
Campbell looks to throw a body kick
and Corson counters with an inside leg kick.
Campbell misses with a wild body shot.
Corson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Corson throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Campbell counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Corson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Stephen Campbell overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Corson managing to control the position.
Corson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Corson is controlling Campbell's posture.
Campbell in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Campbell trying to control but Corson is working from the bottom.
Campbell throws a big elbow that misses.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Corson looking to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Corson slips a jab from Campbell.
Campbell keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Corson cracks a nice hook into Campbell's ribs.#T2#
Campbell throws a hook but Corson blocks it.
Nice body kick from Campbell.
Campbell misses with a looping right.
Campbell lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Campbell misses with a body punch
and Corson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Campbell throws a body shot but no joy.
Campbell has his takedown stuffed
and Corson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Campbell is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Corson tries a head kick but it misses.
Campbell lands a slapping body shot. #T3#
Campbell scores with a kick to the midsection.
Campbell moves forwards but Corson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Corson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Corson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Corson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Corson tries to close the distance and clinch but Campbell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Corson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Campbell's sensitive parts. #CL2#
Campbell gets tackled into the cage by Corson. Corson maintains the clinch.
Corson is pushing Campbell up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Still in the clinch, Corson scores with a nice short uppercut.#T4#
Corson is trying to stall.
Corson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Campbell misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Corson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
Campbell lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Corson tries a body shot but Campbell blocks it.
Corson misses with some punches.
Campbell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Corson as Campbell tries to tie him up.
Campbell tries to throw a body punch but Corson avoids it by throwing Campbell back against the cage.
Campbell is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Corson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Corson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Corson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Corson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Shayne Corson.
I think Corson 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

 

Event: Havoc Midweek Madness 8     
Date:   Apr 13, 2016
#R1#
Campbell tries to clinch there but Kawulski circles away.
A swing and a miss from Campbell.
Kawulski scores with a crisp jab that stopped Campbell in his tracks. #TD2#
Campbell drives through with a takedown into guard.
Campbell preventing the sweep.
Kawulski utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kawulski holds on and takes a little breather.
Kawulski keeping moving, preventing Campbell from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Campbell throws a strike but Kawulski rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Kawulski is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kawulski trying to control but Campbell is working from the bottom. #T1#
Kawulski landing with the ground and pound.
Campbell is trying to control the position but Kawulski postures up.
Kawulski trying to control but Campbell is working from the bottom.
Campbell is trying to control the position but Kawulski postures up.
Kawulski working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kawulski 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.
Campbell is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Campbell trying to strike off his back. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Campbell not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Kawulski looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Campbell is fending him off so far but Kawulski persists. Nope, Campbell circles away and we're back to standing.
Campbell walks into a stiff left hand from Kawulski.
Campbell wants to land a leg kick but Kawulski is out of range.
Kawulski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Campbell sprawls and moves away.
Kawulski blocks a low kick nicely.
Campbell misses with a jab to the body #TD#
and Kawulski counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kawulski scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kawulski is trying to control. Campbell wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Campbell trying to hold on to Kawulski's head to control him but Kawulski postures up.
Campbell felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Campbell works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kawulski showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Campbell not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kawulski throwing strikes from guard but Campbell blocks nicely. #SUB#
Kawulski postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Campbell is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Kawulski, into his guard. #REVB#
Campbell is in close to Kawulski's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Kawulski is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Campbell defends well.#T4#
Campbell throws a big right hand that misses.
Campbell wants to control from the top but Kawulski keeps moving.
Campbell throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Campbell lands a couple of elbows.
Campbell wants to control from the top but Kawulski keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Campbell working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Kawulski looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
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 Aleksander Kawulski will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kawulski lands a nice shot that snaps Campbell's head back.
Campbell lands a leg kick that knocks Kawulski off balance momentarily.
Kawulski throws a lazy uppercut
and Campbell counters with a one-two to the body.
Kawulski stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kawulski lands a nice hook to Campbell's body. Campbell takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Campbell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Campbell stuffs the takedown.
Campbell doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kawulski lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Campbell misses with a looping right.
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!
Campbell throws a series of punches but Kawulski moves out of range.
Kawulski looks to land a left hand but Campbell moved out of range nicely.
Campbell swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The fighters circling - Kawulski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Campbell drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kawulski defends it well.#T1#
Kawulski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Campbell finds it's way round the side to connect with Kawulski's head.
Kawulski takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kawulski misses with an attempted mid kick.
Campbell with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kawulski takes a swing at Campbell's ribcage but misses.
Campbell slips under a jab from Kawulski.
Campbell takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kawulski scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Campbell staying out of range there.
Campbell wants to counter the offense by Kawulski and move into the clinch position.
Campbell throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Kawulski counters with a single leg into guard. Campbell didn't expect that.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Campbell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kawulski is one step ahead there.
Kawulski throwing strikes from guard but Campbell blocks nicely. #T2#
Campbell is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kawulski wants to control from the top but Campbell keeps moving.
Campbell trying to control the position here. #SUB2#
Kawulski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Campbell controls Kawulski momentarily but Kawulski frees himself.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Kawulski trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Campbell manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Kawulski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Campbell controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kawulski trying to keep a closed guard but Campbell is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Kawulski is looking for a triangle but Campbell pushes his legs off easily.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Kawulski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kawulski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Campbell working some strikes from top position.
Campbell trying to control the position from guard on top but Kawulski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kawulski 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#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aleksander Kawulski 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#
Campbell gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kawulski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kawulski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Campbell was well out of range. Poor timing from Kawulski.
Campbell looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Campbell throws a combination that misses
and Kawulski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Campbell scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Campbell avoids the body shot from Kawulski.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kawulski, as that shot connected.
Aleksander Kawulski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Kawulski lands.
Kawulski throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from Kawulski.
Campbell tries to move into range but Kawulski moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Campbell tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kawulski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kawulski lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Campbell misses with a looping left.
A jab from Kawulski misses.
A big left from Kawulski misses.
Campbell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kawulski connects with a nice looking jab.
Campbell shoots in but no luck this time.
Kawulski tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Campbell swivels and escapes.
Campbell misses with a straight right.
Kawulski shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Campbell defends it nicely.#T2#
Campbell fails to land with a series of punches.
Kawulski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Campbell throws out a loose jab but Kawulski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Campbell takes one to the chin there.
Kawulski misses with an uppercut. Campbell saw that one coming.
Campbell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kawulski.
Kawulski lands a slapping body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Kawulski drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Campbell tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kawulski in side control, throwing shots but Campbell defends. #T3#
Campbell wants to control but Kawulski postures up.
Campbell is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Campbell is staying active underneath Kawulski, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Campbell keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Campbell trying to control but Kawulski postures up.
Kawulski lands strikes from half guard.
Campbell tries to roll over but Kawulski keeps him under control.
Campbell is refusing to be controlled, as Kawulski sits in half guard.
Kawulski missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Campbell trying to get back to full guard but Kawulski takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Campbell keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Aleksander Kawulski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Campbell is squirming around, avoiding Kawulski's attempts to control the action.
Campbell is wriggling around trying to escape.
Kawulski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Campbell can do to turn this around?
BOOM! Kawulski connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Stephen Campbell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kawulski blocks Campbell's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aleksander Kawulski!

Aleksander Kawulski decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 


 

 
 
 
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