Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: PFC 172 Ispa vs McGuire
Date: Apr 19, 2020

#R1#
Podolski misses the jab.
Jaroslav 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.#CL#
Jaroslav darts in and clinches Podolski up against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Podolski.
Podolski throws an elbow that misses.
Podolski misses with some punches.
Jaroslav scores with a nice hook to the head.
Podolski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jaroslav lands with a left to the head.
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jaroslav misses with a body punch.
Jaroslav lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Podolski or not.
Jaroslav misses with a hook to the ribs.
Podolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jaroslav avoids the elbow strike from Podolski, against the cage.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Jaroslav fails to land.
Jaroslav working aggressively here.
Jaroslav fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jaroslav.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jaroslav tries to work over Podolski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jaroslav blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A body shot lands from Jaroslav. #T1#
Podolski misses with an elbow strike.
Podolski pushes off an throws an elbow but Jaroslav leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Jaroslav tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
Podolski prevents a body shot from Jaroslav.
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Jaroslav - that landed with a thud.
Podolski lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Felix Jaroslav has been cut.
Jaroslav misses with a punch to the body.
Jaroslav avoids a wild elbow strike from Podolski.
Jaroslav struggles to land a body shot inside as Podolski controls his hands.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Jaroslav avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Jaroslav blocks an uppercut.
Podolski misses with an elbow strike.
Podolski throws a head punch that misses.
Jaroslav scores with a hook to the body.
Jaroslav is working Podolski over against the cage.
Jaroslav tries to throw a body punch but Podolski avoids it by throwing Jaroslav back against the cage.
Podolski looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Podolski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Jaroslav lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Podolski backwards.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Jaroslav swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Podolski just misses with a elbow thrown towards Jaroslav's brow.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jaroslav lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski blocks an uppercut.
Jaroslav lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jaroslav's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Jaroslav misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jaroslav lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav swings wildly with an uppercut but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jaroslav lands a right hand that snaps the head of Podolski backwards.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Jaroslav avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Jaroslav lands a shot to the body.
Jaroslav prevents a body shot from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body.
Jaroslav lands a hook that snaps the head of Podolski backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Podolski.
Jaroslav can't find room to land a body shot as Podolski controls the action.
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jaroslav misses with a punch to the body.
Jaroslav lands a body shot.
Jaroslav takes a shot to the head.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jaroslav tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jaroslav tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Jaroslav.
Podolski blocks a body shot from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav works on Podolski's body with a couple of short punches.
Podolski blocks a body shot from Jaroslav.
With the fighters up against the cage, Podolski throws an elbow but misses.
Podolski lands a hook that snaps the head of Jaroslav backwards.
Podolski prevents a body shot from Jaroslav.
Podolski comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Jaroslav working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jaroslav misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jaroslav.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski prevents a body shot from Jaroslav. #T4#
Jaroslav lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Podolski or not.
Podolski blocks a body shot from Jaroslav.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Podolski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Podolski.
Podolski misses with an elbow over the top.
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jaroslav goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Podolski.
A short right from Podolski on the inside.
Podolski prevents a body shot from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav works on Podolski's body with a couple of short punches.
Jaroslav lands a right hand that snaps the head of Podolski backwards.
Podolski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jaroslav misses with the head strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav tries to work over Podolski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
With the fighters up against the cage, Podolski throws an elbow but misses.
Jaroslav lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Felix Jaroslav dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Felix Jaroslav's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Jaroslav tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Jaroslav.
Podolski throws a low kick but Jaroslav avoids it.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jaroslav lunges at Podolski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Podolski's hand.
Podolski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Podolski misses with a kick to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Jaroslav does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Jaroslav is just out of range.
Podolski lands a high kick!
A solid leg kick lands there for Jaroslav.
Podolski throws a leg kick that misses.
A big left from Jaroslav misses.
Jaroslav lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Podolski finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Podolski lands with a good body shot.
Jaroslav checks a leg kick nicely.
Jaroslav misses with an uppercut.
Podolski stuns Jaroslav with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Podolski cracks Jaroslav with an open hand slap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jaroslav tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Podolski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Podolski on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #T1#
Podolski with a hook.
Podolski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Podolski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Podolski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jaroslav to score with a decent uppercut.
Podolski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jaroslav scoring well with a low kick there.
Jaroslav feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Podolskis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Felix Jaroslav is winning the standup battle so far.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jaroslav. Jaroslav circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Podolski checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jaroslav lands with a thumping leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nice uppercut there from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav scores with a jab.
Podolski is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Jaroslav rather than just go for the knockout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jaroslav throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Jaroslav darts in and clinches Podolski up against the cage.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Jaroslav avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Podolski lands an elbow just above Jaroslav 's eye.
Jaroslav misses with a body punch. #T2#
Jaroslav tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jaroslav tries to work over Podolski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Podolski lands with a left to the head.
Jaroslav tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Podolski lands a damaging elbow.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Podolski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Podolski lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body.
Jaroslav tries to work over Podolski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jaroslav lands a body shot.
Podolski misses with an elbow strike.
Felix Jaroslav has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Jaroslav tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
Jaroslav misses with a body punch.
Podolski gets through Jaroslav's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jaroslav is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Podolski can do to turn this around?
Jaroslav blocks an elbow strike from Podolski.
Jaroslav pushes Podolski back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Podolski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jaroslav. #T3#
Nice body punch from Podolski - that landed with a thud.
Jaroslav blocks an uppercut.
Podolski can't find room to land a body shot as Jaroslav controls the action.
Jaroslav presses Podolski against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jaroslav misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jaroslav blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Podolski looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Jaroslav lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jaroslav works on Podolski's body with a couple of short punches.
Podolski is breathing heavily.
Jaroslav lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jaroslav misses with a punch on the inside.
Jaroslav tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jaroslav tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Podolski lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jaroslav tries to work over Podolski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jaroslav misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jaroslav tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
A short right from Podolski on the inside.
Podolski throws an elbow that misses. #T4#
Jaroslav swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Podolski has a couple of punches blocked by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav struggles to land a body shot inside as Podolski controls his hands.
Podolski lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jaroslav backwards.
Podolski throws a punch but it's blocked by Jaroslav.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Podolski just misses with a elbow thrown towards Jaroslav's brow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jaroslav struggles to land a body shot inside as Podolski controls his hands.
Jaroslav throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Podolskis head.
A head punch on the inside from Jaroslav fails to land.
Jaroslav digs a right hand underneath Podolski's ribcage. Podolski let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Podolski lands a hook that snaps the head of Jaroslav backwards.
A shot in the inside from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav lands a right hand.
Podolski lands a nice elbow.
Podolski prevents a body shot from Jaroslav.
Podolski lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jaroslav backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jaroslav lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Podolski or not.
Jaroslav lands with a light punch inside.
Jaroslav tries to throw a body punch but Podolski avoids it by throwing Jaroslav back against the cage.
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 Felix Jaroslav will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Felix Jaroslav's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Jaroslav pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jaroslav avoids the body shot from Podolski.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Podolski crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Jaroslav - the referee stops the clock and Podolski gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Jaroslav. Podolski manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Podolski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Podolski slips under a jab from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski throws out a counter right but Jaroslav avoids it with no problem.
Podolski jabs Jaroslav right on the nose. Jaroslav blinks but takes it well.
Jaroslav throws a hook but Podolski blocks it.
Podolski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
Jaroslav tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Jaroslav moves away and avoids it.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. Jaroslav looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jaroslav jabs at Podolski's body.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Podolski darts in and clinches Jaroslav up against the cage.
Jaroslav digs a right hand underneath Podolski's ribcage. Podolski let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T1#
Podolski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jaroslav tries to work over Podolski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jaroslav prevents a body shot from Podolski.
Jaroslav lands a shot to the body.
Jaroslav lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Jaroslav lands a body punch in the clinch.
Podolski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jaroslav goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Podolski lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jaroslav backwards.
Podolski lands a left hand.
Podolski lands an elbow inside.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jaroslav scores with a shot to the side of Podolski's head.
Podolski misses with a body punch.
Jaroslav blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jaroslav tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Podolski's elbow.
Podolski swings wildly with an uppercut but Jaroslav uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice left hand lands by Jaroslav. #T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Jaroslav.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jaroslav goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Jaroslav - that landed with a thud.
Podolski working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Podolski.
Jaroslav lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Podolski or not.
Podolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jaroslav struggles to land a body shot inside as Podolski controls his hands.
Jaroslav tries to work over Podolski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jaroslav can't find room to land a body shot as Podolski controls the action.
Podolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jaroslav dodges an elbow strike from Podolski.
Jaroslav lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Podolski lands with a right to the head.
Jaroslav blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jaroslav lands a body shot.
Jaroslav lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jaroslav lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Podolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Jaroslav controls his hands. #T3#
Jaroslav prevents a body shot from Podolski.
Jaroslav avoids the elbow strike from Podolski, against the cage.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Jaroslav avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Podolski looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Jaroslav scores with a hook to the body.
A short uppercut from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav prevents a body shot from Podolski.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jaroslav blocks an uppercut.
Jaroslav makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Jaroslav misses with a body punch.
Podolski lands a hook that snaps the head of Jaroslav backwards.
Jaroslav blocks an elbow strike from Podolski.
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Podolski misses with a body punch.
A hook to the body from Jaroslav.
A body shot lands from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Jaroslav lands a right hand that snaps the head of Podolski backwards. #T4#
A hook to the body from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav pushes Podolski back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A right hook to the body lands for Podolski.
Jaroslav lands a left hand.
Jaroslav working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jaroslav misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short body shot lands from Jaroslav as the two fighters clinch.
Jaroslav misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jaroslav tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jaroslav gets through Podolski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Podolski lands a left hand.
Jaroslav fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jaroslav lands a shot to the body.
Jaroslav lands a shoulder strike. #ROC#
Podolski is rocked!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Podolski is still on wobbly legs! Can Jaroslav finish him?
Jaroslav takes a shot to the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Felix Jaroslav showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Jaroslav 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felix Jaroslav!
Felix Jaroslav seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: PFC 163 Grabber vs Floyd
Date: Mar 14, 2020

#R1#
Aiken throws a looping overhand right but Podolski ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Aiken.
Podolski scores with a kick to the body.
Aiken definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Podolski throws a body punch but Aiken moves out of range.
Aiken misses with a wild body shot.
Aiken thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice defenses there by Aiken.
Podolski swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Aiken lands with a straight right. Podolski didn't see that one coming.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Aiken.
Aiken thows a left - swing and a miss!
Podolski 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.
Aiken throws a leg kick that misses.
Midick Aiken seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aiken sizes up Podolski with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Aiken stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Podolski 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.
As Podolski backs away, Aiken returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Aiken throws a leg kick but Podolski sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aiken lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Aiken fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Aiken throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Podolski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Aiken fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T1#
Aiken throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
Aiken lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Podolski blocks a leg kick.
Podolski lands with an uppercut that bounces Aiken off the cage and back into range.
Aiken throws a shot to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Podolski.
Aiken fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Podolski on the side of the head.
Podolski swings for the body but Aiken moves out of range.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Aiken checks it.
Aiken throws a low kick but Podolski moves out of range easily.
Aiken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Aiken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Aiken.
Podolski jabs Aiken to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Aiken misses with a hook.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Aiken misses the jab.
Aiken dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Podolski. That did some damage!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aiken attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Podolski.
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Aiken sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Podolski tries to work over Aiken's front leg with a kick but Aiken checks it. #T2#
Aiken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aiken misses with a hook. Podolski ducked under it nicely.
Aiken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Aiken.
Aiken changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Aiken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick from Aiken.
Aiken swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Aiken.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Podolski throws a hook but Aiken avoids it easily.
Aiken stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Podolski.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Aiken.
Podolski takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Podolski cracks Aiken with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Aiken throws a nice outside leg kick.
Podolski walks into a stiff left hand from Aiken.
Aiken lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Podolski misses with a hook.
Aiken 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.
Podolski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Aiken moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Aiken appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Podolski misses with a telegraphed body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Aiken is out of range.
Aiken throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Aiken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Aiken moved out of range.
Aiken with a nice cross.
A nice inside leg kick there by Aiken. That's going to slow Podolski down.
Aiken throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
No joy there for Aiken, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Aiken throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aiken moves out of range of the body kick from Podolski.
Podolski's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Podolski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Aiken's sensitive parts.
Podolski lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aiken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Aiken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski lands a lovely overhand right.
An inside leg kick from Podolski misses. #T4#
Podolski dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Aiken. That did some damage!
A telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target.
Podolski misses with an uppercut.
Podolski walks into a stiff left hand from Aiken.
Jab from Aiken.
Aiken jabs at Podolski's body.
Podolski looks for the body kick but Aiken saw that one coming.
Aiken loads up on a big right hand but Podolski slips the punch.
Podolski counters with a body kick.
Aiken misses with an uppercut.
Jab by Aiken.
Aiken lands a jab to the nose.
Aiken looks to land a right hand but Podolski moved out of range.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Aiken throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Aiken.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Aiken looks to throw the jab but Podolski is out of range.
Podolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Aiken throws a lazy uppercut
and Podolski counters with a nice uppercut.
Aiken dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Podolski. That did some damage!
Aiken lands with a hook. Podolski tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Midick Aiken dominated that round.
That's time! Aiken's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Aiken tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Podolski is able to avoid easily.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Aiken feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Podolski throws the kick towards the body but Aiken avoids it.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aiken throws out the jab.
Aiken throws a low kick but Podolski avoids it.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Aiken listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Podolski lands the left hand.
Podolski looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Podolski takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski cracks Aiken with an open hand slap.
Aiken throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Aiken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski is trying to counter with his kicks.
Aiken throws a shot to the body.
Aiken is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Podolski can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aiken looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Aiken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Podolski might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Aiken has got the better of the exchanges.
Aiken fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T1#
Aiken connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Midick Aiken is winning the standup battle so far.
Aiken avoids a kick to the body.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Aiken lands a jab to the nose.
Good work by Podolski as he checks the leg kick.
Aiken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski throws a sloppy head kick and Aiken moves out of range easily.
A slow jab from Podolski misses its intended target.
A thudding body kick lands there by Podolski!
Aiken connects with a leg kick. Podolski looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Podolski throws a nice looking combination but Aiken bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Aiken tried to counter with a leg kick but Podolski avoided it.
Aiken misses with an uppercut
enabling Podolski to counter with a crisp jab.
Aiken jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski blocks a leg kick.
Podolski connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Aiken connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Podolski momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski swings for the body but Aiken moves out of range.
Aiken is looking to counter punch.
Podolski throws a push kick but Aiken slaps the foot to one side.
A little feinted left hand from Aiken on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Podolski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Aiken jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
Aiken misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Aiken's shoulder, as Aiken tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski walks into a jab.
Aiken dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Aiken lands a jab to the nose.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Aiken saw that one coming.
Podolski slips a jab from Aiken.
Aiken keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Aiken connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Podolski's hands.
Aiken uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Podolski.
Aiken throws a leg kick but Podolski moved away.
A nice side step and Podolski releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A telegraphed right hand from Aiken misses the target.
Podolski is trying to counter with his kicks.
Aiken connects with an inside leg kick.
Aiken misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from Podolski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Podolski keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Podolski let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Aiken checks a leg kick.
Aiken walks forward, straight into a front kick from Podolski.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.#T3#
Aiken lands a nice shot to the body.
Aiken moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Podolski thuds his shin into the meat of Aiken's side.
Podolski avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Podolski steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Podolski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Aiken blocks a low kick nicely.
Podolski moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Aiken does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aiken throws a low kick but Podolski avoids it.
Podolski throws a nice looking combination but Aiken bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A slow jab from Aiken misses its intended target.
Aiken throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Podolski is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Aiken connects with a looping right hand.
Aiken wants to land a leg kick but Podolski is out of range.
Aiken slips a straight right by Podolski.
Aiken appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Aiken throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Aiken ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Aiken lunges at Podolski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Podolski's hand. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Aiken moves away and avoids it.
Aiken is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Aiken throws a wild body kick that Podolski sees coming a mile off.
Podolski throws out a counter right but Aiken avoids it with no problem.
Aiken scores with a jab to the head.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Aiken moves out of range as Podolski throws a body kick.
Aiken looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Aiken changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Aiken.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aiken lands with a thumping leg kick.
Aiken throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Aiken 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.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Aiken tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Aiken throws a chopping leg kick but Podolski manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Podolski keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Aiken.
A jab from Podolski misses.
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 Midick Aiken will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Podolski throws a leg kick but Aiken sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A jab from Podolski misses.
Good work by Podolski as he checks the leg kick.
Aiken throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Aiken swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Podolski digs a good hook to Aiken's body.
Aiken ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A nice inside leg kick there by Podolski. That's going to slow Aiken down.
Podolski connects with a nice looking jab.
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Aiken.
Aiken cracks a nice hook into Podolski's ribs.
Aiken sizes up Podolski with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Aiken throws a looping overhand right but Podolski ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski pivots, looking for a leg kick but Aiken is out of range and Podolski settles back down.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aiken manages to avoid it.
Aiken throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Aiken.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Aiken blocks a jab.
Aiken half committed to a counter leg kick.
Aiken scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Podolski doesn't seem bothered though. #T1#
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aiken throws out the jab.
Aiken misses with an uppercut.
Aiken connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Aiken throws a poor cross that misses
letting Podolski counter with a right hand.
Podolski throws a solid leg kick but Aiken takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Podolski.
Aiken throwing a counter right hand but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aiken throws out the jab.
Podolski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Aiken.
Aiken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Aiken throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Aiken saw that one coming.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Aiken, right into the meat.
Aiken digs a good body shot into Podolski's ribs.
Podolski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Aiken. That's going to slow Podolski down.
A jab lands there for Aiken.
Aiken moves into range and connects with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski scores with a head kick. Aiken tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Podolski tries to land a front kick but Aiken steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T2#
Aiken tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Aiken.
Aiken tries a low kick but Podolski avoids it.#CL2#
Podolski has taken the fight to the clinch.
Podolski can't find room to land a body shot as Aiken controls the action.
Podolski tries a body shot but Aiken blocks it. #BC#
Aiken breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Podolski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Podolski.
Aiken throws a jab but it's blocked by Podolski.
Aiken wants to land a leg kick but Podolski is out of range.
Podolski looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Podolski pushes Aiken away with a front kick.
Aiken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski slips under a jab from Aiken.
Aiken checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Podolski scores with a body shot.
Aiken takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Aiken appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Podolski.
Aiken throws a solid leg kick but Podolski takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Aiken.
Aiken will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Podolski throws a head kick but Aiken moves out of range. #T3#
Aiken listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Podolski keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Aiken.
And Podolski responds with a good body kick, but Aiken manages to step out the way in time.
Podolski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Aiken scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Aiken misses with a low kick.
Aiken with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Aiken checks a leg kick nicely.
Nice shot lands for Aiken.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Aiken's shoulder, as Aiken tries to avoid the shot.
A leg kick checked by Podolski.
Aiken looks to throw a body kick
and Podolski counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nice jab there from Podolski.
Podolski ducks under a wild hook from Aiken.
Nice body kick from Aiken.
Podolski looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
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!
Aiken lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Aiken swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Podolski misses with a body kick.#T4#
Podolski connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Podolski throws a body punch but Aiken moves out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Aiken.
Aiken walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Podolski checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Aiken throws a leg kick
and Podolski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aiken.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Podolski.
Aiken finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A good leg kick by Aiken.
Aiken fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Podolski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Podolski works Aiken's body with a nice hook.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Aiken ducks down to avoid it.
Aiken blocks a jab.
Aiken blocks the body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Aiken stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Podolski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Aiken needs to keep his hands up - Podolski had a free shot at his head there.
Podolski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Michail Podolski just about did enough to take it.
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#
Podolski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A nice leg kick lands there from Aiken.
Aiken throws a leg kick but Podolski sees it coming and moves out of range.
Aiken misses with a straight left.
A countering left hand to the body from Podolski misses.
Aiken lands a really nice looking cross but Podolski seems unphased.
Podolski defending well as Aiken loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Aiken under the eye.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Aiken throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Aiken throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Podolski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aiken cracks Podolski with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Aiken throws a jab but it's blocked by Podolski.
Aiken digs a good hook to Podolski's body.
Podolski checks the leg kick.
Aiken lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Aiken throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Podolski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aiken throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aiken. #T1#
Podolski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Aiken manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Aiken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Aiken with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Aiken misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski tries to clinch up but Aiken circles away and keeps his distance.
Aiken walks into a left hand.
Aiken swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Aiken is looking to slow Podolski down with leg kicks.
A big left from Aiken misses.
Aiken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nice straight punches there by Podolski. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Podolski.
Podolski lands a head kick. Aiken smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Podolski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Aiken.
Aiken keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aiken missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Podolski.
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!
Aiken uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Aiken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski tries a head kick but it misses.
Aiken avoids a kick to the body.
Aiken throws a chopping leg kick but Podolski manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Aiken throws a shot from downtown. Podolski moves away and avoids it.
A little jabbing left from Podolski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Aiken staying out of range there.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Aiken will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Podolski checks a leg kick nicely.
Podolski walks into a stiff left hand from Aiken.
Podolski moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Aiken sizes up Podolski with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Podolski slips a jab from Aiken.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aiken was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Podolski on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Aiken. Aiken obviously looking to wear him down.
Podolski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Aiken.#T3#
Podolski tries a head kick but it misses.
Aiken connects with a leg kick. Podolski looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Podolski misses with a looping left.
Podolski stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Aiken.
Nice body punch from Aiken.
A swing and a miss from Aiken.
Aiken misses with a body shot.
A leg kick checked by Podolski.
Podolski misses with a straight right.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Aiken walks into a jab.
Aiken looks to throw the jab but Podolski is out of range.
Podolski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Podolski 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.
Podolski throws out a loose jab but Aiken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aiken scores with a crisp jab that stopped Podolski in his tracks.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski takes a swing at Aiken's ribcage but misses.
Podolski ducks under a wild hook from Aiken.#T4#
The crowd cheers as Aiken lands an impressive looking overhand right. Podolski doesn't seem phased though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aiken throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Aiken misses with an uppercut.
Podolski appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Aiken scoring well with a low kick there.
Aiken throws a leg kick but Podolski sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Aiken throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Aiken 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.
Aiken throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Aiken with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Aiken throws out a leg kick but Podolski moves out of range and Aiken only half commits.
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Aiken swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2#
Podolski closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Podolski keeps control of Aiken as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Aiken escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Midick Aiken had his way with Michail Podolski in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Aiken saw that one coming.
Aiken looks to throw the jab but Podolski is out of range.
Aiken tried to score with a low kick but Podolski checks it.
A little jabbing left from Podolski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A decent looking cross lands there for Aiken.
Aiken misses with a body kick.
Aiken displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
A slow jab from Aiken misses its intended target.
Podolski scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Aiken looks to land a right hand but Podolski moved out of range.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Aiken.
The fighters circling - Aiken throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Aiken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Aiken buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Aiken blocks a low kick nicely.
Podolski shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Aiken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T1#
Podolski takes a swing at Aiken's ribcage but misses.
Podolski scores with a crisp jab that stopped Aiken in his tracks.
Aiken takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Aiken explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Aiken takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Aiken lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Podolski defending well as Aiken loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Aiken looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Aiken moves out of range of the body kick from Podolski.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Aiken.
Podolski moves away from the strike by Aiken.
Aiken scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Podolski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Aiken manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
Aiken connects with a looping right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters circle momentarily. Aiken darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Aiken with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Podolski to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
Aiken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aiken bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Podolski's head.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Aiken attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A clash of legs there as Podolski blocks the low kick.
Aiken wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Podolski checks a leg kick.
Aiken lands a nice leg kick that just misses Podolski's sensitive parts.
Nice shot by Aiken.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Podolski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Aiken throws a hook but Podolski avoids it easily.
Good exchange - Podolski coming out on top.
Aiken misses with a hook.
Aiken uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski throws a push kick but Aiken slaps the foot to one side.
Podolski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Podolski slips a straight right by Aiken.
Midick Aiken is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Aiken misses the target.
Aiken slips a straight right by Podolski.
Aiken throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Aiken avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Podolski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Podolski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Podolski scores with a crisp jab that stopped Aiken in his tracks.
Podolski throws out a loose jab but Aiken uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Aiken fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Podolski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Aiken tried to score with a low kick but Podolski checks it.
An inside leg kick lands from Aiken.
Podolski throws a wild body kick that Aiken sees coming a mile off.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Podolski throws the kick towards the body but Aiken avoids it.
Aiken stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Aiken lands with a cross. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aiken misses with a straight left.
Aiken staying out of range there.
Podolski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Aiken throws a nice inside leg kick.
Aiken misses with a wild body shot.
Aiken dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Podolski. That did some damage!
Podolski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Aiken manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Aiken sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Podolski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Aiken's calf.
Aiken checks a leg kick.
Podolski misses with a straight left.
A slow jab from Podolski misses its intended target.
Aiken thows a left - swing and a miss!
Aiken feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Podolski's calf.
Aiken with a hook.
Aiken lands a leg kick that knocks Podolski off balance momentarily.
Aiken throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Podolski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Aiken tried to score with a low kick but Podolski checks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Midick Aiken showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Aiken 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 50:45
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 49:46
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Midick Aiken!
Midick Aiken retains his bantamweight title!
After winning the bout, Midick Aiken thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: PFC 154 Coker vs Slurper
Date: Feb 01, 2020

#R1#
MacNamara throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacNamara.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacNamara misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
MacNamara takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacNamara throws out the jab.
Podolski is looking to chop away at MacNamara's legs.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but MacNamara is just out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for MacNamara.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacNamara manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacNamara swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by MacNamara. That's going to slow Podolski down.
Podolski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
MacNamara tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from MacNamara.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Podolski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
MacNamara avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
MacNamara appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
MacNamara moves out of range of the body kick.
MacNamara throws a push kick but Podolski slaps the foot to one side.
Podolski throws a jab when MacNamara was well out of range.
MacNamara swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski thumps MacNamara with a low kick.
Podolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacNamara keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski throws a hook but MacNamara avoids it easily.
MacNamara throws a leg kick
and Podolski counters with a right hand to the body.
MacNamara throws a right and a left that Podolski avoids nicely.
MacNamara misses with a wild body shot.
A lazy left from MacNamara finds it's target.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses. #T2##CL2#
Podolski closes the distance and clinches.
A nice left hand lands by MacNamara.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacNamara tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
MacNamara softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
MacNamara tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Podolski's elbow.
MacNamara misses with a punch on the inside.
MacNamara throws a head punch that misses.
MacNamara can't break the clinch.
MacNamara wants to get back to striking at distance but Podolski won't allow it.
Podolski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Podolski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacNamara's elbow.
Podolski keeps control of MacNamara as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Podolski can't find room to land a body shot as MacNamara controls the action.
MacNamara digs a right hand into Podolski's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Podolski's gas tank.
A right hook to the body lands for MacNamara. #BC#
MacNamara manages to break the clinch.
MacNamara throws a wild body kick that Podolski sees coming a mile off.
Podolski fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
MacNamara looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Podolski tries to clinch
and MacNamara counters with a one-two to the body. #T3#
MacNamara moves into range and connects with a jab.
Podolski scores with a hook to the body. MacNamara takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
MacNamara keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Podolski thuds a left hand into MacNamara's body.
MacNamara tries to land a leg kick but Podolski saw it coming and moves away.
MacNamara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. MacNamara manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
MacNamara fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Podolski is out of range.
Podolski throws a body punch but MacNamara moves out of range.
Podolski throws a head kick that MacNamara semi-blocks.
MacNamara throws a body kick that misses.
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
MacNamara takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Podolski tests MacNamara's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacNamara lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Podolski at a distance. #T4#
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacNamara.
Nice defenses there by MacNamara.
Podolski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Podolski listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Podolski throws a chopping leg kick but MacNamara manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by MacNamara.
MacNamara steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Podolski. That one must have hurt.
Podolski blocks a leg kick.
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
MacNamara slips under a jab from Podolski.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
MacNamara stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Podolski.
MacNamara swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but MacNamara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Michail Podolski will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL2#
Podolski clinches up against the cage.
MacNamara is trying to break free.
MacNamara tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacNamara looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Podolski lands a body shot in the clinch.
MacNamara tries to break the clinch but Podolski is controlling the position. #BC#
MacNamara breaks from the clinch.
A bone on bone clash there as Podolski blocks the leg kick.
MacNamara tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from MacNamara.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacNamara was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
MacNamara swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from MacNamara.
Podolski misses with an attempted mid kick.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacNamara was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
It looked like MacNamara wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MacNamara moves out of range as Podolski throws a body kick.
MacNamara uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski. #T1#
Podolski tries to close the distance and clinch but MacNamara swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Podolski on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by MacNamara. MacNamara obviously looking to wear him down.
MacNamara ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski defending well as MacNamara loads up on a big left hand.
MacNamara is looking to wear down Podolski with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Podolski throws a predictable looking body shot
and MacNamara counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Podolski slips under a jab from MacNamara.
MacNamara defending well as Podolski loads up on a big left hand.
MacNamara jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Podolski throws a head kick that misses.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but MacNamara is just out of range.
Podolski lands a glancing blow to the side of MacNamara's head.
Podolski throws a hook to the side of MacNamara's head but MacNamara sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacNamara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
A nice side step and Podolski releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Podolski scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
MacNamara takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Good work by MacNamara as he checks the leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from MacNamara misses the target.#T2#
MacNamara lands a leg kick that knocks Podolski off balance momentarily.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacNamara misses the shot to the body.
MacNamara scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacNamara misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MacNamara throws a head kick but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacNamara moves away.
MacNamara throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Podolski now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
MacNamara throws a head kick that Podolski semi-blocks.
Podolski connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between MacNamara's hands.
MacNamara turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski slips a straight right by MacNamara.#T3#
MacNamara throws a nice outside leg kick.
Podolski throws a jab when MacNamara was well out of range.
Podolski tries to close the distance and clinch but MacNamara swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Podolski misses.
MacNamara seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
MacNamara moves into range and connects with a jab.
Podolski takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Podolski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A lazy left from Podolski finds it's target.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick.
Podolski lands a nice shot to the body. #CL2#
MacNamara tries to keep at a distance but Podolski has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
MacNamara breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacNamara looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
MacNamara closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Podolski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacNamara.
Nice cross by Podolski.
MacNamara misses the shot to the body.
Podolski throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#CL2#
Podolski has closed the distance and engaged MacNamara in a clinch.
MacNamara blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Podolski blocks an uppercut.
MacNamara cracks Podolski with a nice body shot.
MacNamara wants to break free but Podolski has control. #BC#
MacNamara escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
MacNamara looks to land a body kick but Podolski moved away.
Podolski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
Podolski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Michail Podolski 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! This is the final round!
#R3#
MacNamara tries to land a leg kick but Podolski saw it coming and moves away.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but MacNamara moved out of range.
MacNamara takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
MacNamara avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
MacNamara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacNamara tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from MacNamara.
MacNamara throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Podolski.
A jab from Podolski misses.
Podolski throws a body punch but MacNamara moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski swinging wildly here.
A jab from Podolski finds it's way through MacNamara's defenses.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacNamara manages to avoid it.#T1#
MacNamara looks to land a body kick but Podolski moved away.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
MacNamara is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Podolski throws a leg kick that misses.
MacNamara looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
An inside leg kick lands from MacNamara.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Podolski takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
MacNamara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacNamara takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
MacNamara lands a jab to Podolski's midsection.
Podolski is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but MacNamara is just out of range.
It looked like MacNamara was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Podolski.
MacNamara moves out of range of the body kick from Podolski.
MacNamara throws a wild body kick that Podolski sees coming a mile off.
Podolski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling MacNamara to score with a decent uppercut.
MacNamara throws a nice outside leg kick.
MacNamara jabs at Podolski's body.#T2#
MacNamara wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacNamara takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Podolski looks to land a combination. MacNamara sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
MacNamara jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski lands a body shot.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacNamara.
Podolski is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Podolski is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
MacNamara keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Podolski takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
MacNamara blocks a low kick nicely.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacNamara.
MacNamara staying out of range there.
MacNamara swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nice shot by Podolski.#T3#
MacNamara avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacNamara was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Podolski avoids the body shot from MacNamara.
Podolski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski misses with a hook.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
MacNamara fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Podolski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Podolski lands with a good body shot.
MacNamara scores with a leg kick.
Seamus MacNamara has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacNamara ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
MacNamara throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Podolski.
Podolski catches MacNamara with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
MacNamara thumps Podolski with a low kick.
Podolski misses with an attempted mid kick.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick from MacNamara.
Podolski connects with a solid leg kick. #T4#
Podolski cracks MacNamara with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Podolski misses with an uppercut.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on MacNamara's shoulder, as MacNamara tries to avoid the shot.
MacNamara quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Podolski uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before MacNamara has time to react.
MacNamara keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacNamara with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Podolski to score with a decent uppercut.
MacNamara takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
MacNamara throws a body shot but no joy.
MacNamara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski swings away with a leg kick that misses.
MacNamara dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacNamara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
MacNamara throws a hook but Podolski blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Podolski 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
A victorious Michail Podolski thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Seamus MacNamara was interviewed post fight and said 'I'm not drunk, you're drunk!'.

Event: PFC 150 Urani vs Yamaguchi
Date: Jan 12, 2020

#R1#
Podolski throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Duanesboy misses with a straight right.
Podolski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Duanesboy sees it coming and moves out of range.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A clash of legs there as Duanesboy blocks the low kick.
Duanesboy misses with a looping left.
Duanesboy misses with an uppercut
and Podolski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Duanesboy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blake Phoenix's Champion Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Podolski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Duanesboy's calf.
Podolski fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Duanesboy is out of range.
Duanesboy throws a shot from downtown. Podolski moves away and avoids it.
A slapping body kick lands there for Podolski.
Duanesboy walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Podolski checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Podolski misses with a hook. Duanesboy ducked under it nicely.
Duanesboy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Duanesboy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Podolski takes a jab right on the kisser. #T1#
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Duanesboy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Duanesboy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Podolski feints and then cracks Duanesboy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Duanesboy down.
Podolski connects with a good right hand that stumbles Duanesboy. Duanesboy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Duanesboy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski tries to close the distance and clinch but Duanesboy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Duanesboy slips under a jab.
Duanesboy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Duanesboy cracks Podolski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Duanesboy pivots, looking for a leg kick but Podolski is out of range and Duanesboy settles back down.
Podolski connects with a right hand. Duanesboy shakes it off.
Duanesboy misses with an uppercut. Podolski saw that one coming.
Podolski misses with a body kick.
Podolski lands a nice shot to the body.
Podolski digs a good hook to Duanesboy's body. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Duanesboy throws a big shot that misses.
Duanesboy looks to land a left hand but Podolski moved out of range nicely.
Duanesboy backing away here, and Podolski unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Duanesboy throws a chopping leg kick but Podolski manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A chopping leg kick lands by Duanesboy.
Podolski moves away from the strike by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Duanesboy misses with a hook.
Podolski takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Duanesboy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Duanesboy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Podolski swings for the body but Duanesboy moves out of range.
Podolski lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Podolski scores with a kick to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target.
Duanesboy misses with a looping right.
Duanesboy misses with a straight right. #T3#
Podolski takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Podolski throws out a leg kick but Duanesboy moves out of range and Podolski only half commits.
Podolski defending well as Duanesboy loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Podolski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Duanesboy.
An inside leg kick from Duanesboy misses.
Podolski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Duanesboy walks into a straight right hand from Podolski.
Duanesboy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Podolski. Podolski obviously looking to wear him down.
Podolski cracks Duanesboy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Duanesboy.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
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!
Duanesboy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.#T4#
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Duanesboy connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Podolski scrambles back to his feet.
A nice leg kick lands there from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice straight punches there by Podolski. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Podolski.
Duanesboy fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Podolski checks it well.
Duanesboy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Podolski fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Podolski throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Duanesboy swings widly with a right hand
and Podolski counters with an outside leg kick.
Duanesboy throws a big shot that misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Podolski - that will leave a mark!
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy scores with a hook.
Podolski cracks Duanesboy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Duanesboy looks to land a right hand but Podolski moved out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Duanesboy saw that one coming.
Duanesboy lands a nice looking body shot.
Duanesboy wants to land a leg kick but Podolski is out of range.
Duanesboy tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Podolski is able to avoid easily.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Podolski bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Duanesboy throws a hook but Podolski avoids it easily.
Duanesboy slips a straight right by Podolski.
Duanesboy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A nice side step and Podolski releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Duanesboy manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Podolski darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Podolski looks for the body kick but Duanesboy saw that one coming.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
It looked like Duanesboy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Duanesboy pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Duanesboy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Duanesboy tried to counter with a leg kick but Podolski avoided it.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Duanesboy.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 Duanesboy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Duanesboy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Podolski throws a body punch but Duanesboy moves out of range.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Duanesboy is just out of range.
Duanesboy appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
Podolski let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Duanesboy throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski tries to clinch up but Duanesboy circles away and keeps his distance.
Duanesboy throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski scores with a kick to the midsection.
Podolski misses with a right hand
and Duanesboy counters with a straight right hand.
Duanesboy will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Podolski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2#
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Duanesboy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Duanesboy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Duanesboy is out of range.
Duanesboy missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Duanesboy misses with a low kick.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski tries to clinch but Duanesboy is having none of it.
Podolski throws a chopping leg kick but Duanesboy manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Podolski fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Duanesboy might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Podolski misses with a looping left.
Podolski scores with a body shot.
Podolski misses with a lunging right hand
letting Duanesboy counter with a right hand.
Podolski thuds a left hand into Duanesboy's body.
Duanesboy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.#T3#
Podolski throws the kick towards the body but Duanesboy avoids it.
Podolski jabs Duanesboy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Podolski misses with an uppercut.
Duanesboy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Duanesboy misses with a right hand
and Podolski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
Podolski moves out of range of the leg kick from Duanesboy.
Podolski stuns Duanesboy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Duanesboy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Duanesboy looks to land a right hand but Podolski moved out of range.
The fighters circling - Podolski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Some bone on bone action there as Duanesboy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Duanesboy throws a shot from downtown. Podolski moves away and avoids it.
Duanesboy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Duanesboy throws a jab when Podolski was well out of range.
Podolski throws out a loose jab but Duanesboy uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Podolski throws a chopping leg kick but Duanesboy manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Duanesboy throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Podolski misses the jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head kick from Podolski lands but Duanesboy takes it in his stride.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Podolski.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Duanesboy moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Duanesboy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Duanesboy throws a looping overhand right but Podolski ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski takes a jab right on the kisser.
Duanesboy lands a jab to Podolski's midsection.
Duanesboy checks the leg kick nicely there.
Duanesboy is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Podolski in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Duanesboy dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Podolski. That did some damage!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski 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! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Duanesboy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Podolski misses with a straight right.
It looked like Duanesboy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Podolski throws a body punch but Duanesboy moves out of range.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Duanesboy.
Podolski keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Duanesboy.
Podolski checks the leg kick.
Duanesboy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski throws a body punch but Duanesboy moves out of range.
Duanesboy fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Duanesboy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Duanesboy checks a leg kick.
Duanesboy scores with a jab.#T1#
Duanesboy catches Podolski with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Duanesboy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
A swing and a miss from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy 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.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Podolski - that will leave a mark!
A big left from Duanesboy misses.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Duanesboy manages to avoid it.
Duanesboy is looking to counter punch.
Duanesboy ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
A little feinted left hand from Duanesboy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Duanesboy misses with a lunging right hand
and Podolski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Duanesboy.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Duanesboy sees it coming and moves out of range.
Duanesboy moves away from the strike by Podolski.
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Duanesboy is out of range.
Duanesboy moves out of range of the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Duanesboy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Duanesboy throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Podolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Duanesboy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Podolski appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Duanesboy will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Podolski scores with a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Duanesboy jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Podolski misses with a straight left.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Podolski misses with a hook to the body
and Duanesboy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Duanesboy moves out of range of the body kick.
Duanesboy ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Duanesboy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Duanesboy misses with a low kick.
Podolski misses with a hook
enabling Duanesboy to counter with a crisp jab.
Podolski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Duanesboy connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Podolski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Duanesboy counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Podolski moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Duanesboy walks into a left hand.
Duanesboy ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Podolski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Duanesboy.
Podolski takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Duanesboy throws out a leg kick but Podolski moves out of range and Duanesboy only half commits.
Duanesboy misses with a hook.
Podolski stuns Duanesboy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Podolski throws a wild body kick that Duanesboy sees coming a mile off.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Duanesboy throws a jab but it's blocked by Podolski.
Duanesboy looks to throw the jab but Podolski is out of range.
Podolski throws a chopping leg kick but Duanesboy manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Podolski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Podolski scores with a nice right hand.
Snake Duanesboy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Podolski walks into a stiff left hand from Duanesboy.
Podolski throws a nice looking combination but Duanesboy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Duanesboy is out of range.
Podolski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Duanesboy uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Podolski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Podolski thows a body kick. Duanesboy tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Podolski cracks Duanesboy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nice defenses there by Podolski.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Duanesboy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Duanesboy is just out of range.
Duanesboy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Duanesboy moves out of range of the strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Michail Podolski.
Well Podolski 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: PFC 143 Experiment vs Slurper
Date: Dec 08, 2019

#R1#
Podolski needs to keep his hands up - Duanesboy had a free shot at his head there.
Duanesboy definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Duanesboy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Podolski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Podolski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Duanesboy finds it's way round the side to connect with Podolski's head.
Duanesboy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Podolski 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.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Duanesboy throws out the jab.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski scores with a jab.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Duanesboy throwing a counter right hand but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Duanesboy misses with a looping left.
Podolski walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Podolski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy jabs Podolski right on the nose. Podolski blinks but takes it well.
Duanesboy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Duanesboy throws a jab but it's blocked by Podolski.
Podolski takes one on the button.
Duanesboy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Duanesboy checks a low kick from Podolski.#T1#
Podolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Duanesboy scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Duanesboy just misses with a punch to the body.
Duanesboy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Duanesboy throws out the jab.
Duanesboy swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Duanesboy throws a looping overhand right but Podolski ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Duanesboy digs a good hook to Podolski's body.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
A big right from Duanesboy misses.
Duanesboy looks to land a left hand but Podolski moved out of range nicely.
Duanesboy throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski moves away from the strike by Duanesboy.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 Duanesboy has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Duanesboy and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T2#
Duanesboy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Podolski has time to react.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Duanesboy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Duanesboy bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Duanesboy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Duanesboy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Duanesboy.
Jab by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Duanesboy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Duanesboy throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Podolski needs to keep his hands up - Duanesboy had a free shot at his head there.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Duanesboy manages to avoid it.
Duanesboy connects with an inside leg kick.
A big right from Duanesboy misses.
Duanesboy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
Podolski lands a jab.
Podolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Duanesboy steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Podolski. That one must have hurt.#T3#
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Duanesboy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Podolski ducks under a wild hook from Duanesboy.
Podolski swings for the body but Duanesboy moves out of range.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy slips under a jab.
Duanesboy is looking to counter punch.
Duanesboy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Podolski.
Duanesboy loads up on a big right hand but Podolski slips the punch.
Duanesboy throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Podolski scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target.
Duanesboy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Duanesboy doesn't seem bothered though.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Duanesboy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Podolski misses the jab.
Podolski misses with a kick to the body.
And Duanesboy counters with a quick kick to the body but Podolski blocks it.
Duanesboy is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Podolski.
Nice shot by Duanesboy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski misses with a hook to the body
and Duanesboy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Duanesboy slips the punch.
A little feinted left hand from Duanesboy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Podolski throws a front kick aimed at Duanesboy's knee but Duanesboy avoids it well.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Duanesboy.
Podolski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Duanesboy.
Podolski counters with a body kick.
Podolski scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Duanesboy throws a looping overhand right but Podolski ducks down to avoid it.
Duanesboy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Duanesboy is looking to counter punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Podolski clinches up with Duanesboy and pushes him back against the cage.
Duanesboy misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski pushes off an throws an elbow but Duanesboy leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Podolski lands a right hand that snaps the head of Duanesboy backwards.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Duanesboy avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Snake Duanesboy dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Duanesboy just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski misses with a straight left.
Duanesboy avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Duanesboy misses with a straight right.
A jab from Duanesboy misses.
Podolski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Duanesboy.
Podolski 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.
Podolski gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Duanesboy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Duanesboy misses.
Duanesboy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Podolski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duanesboy throws out a leg kick but Podolski moves out of range and Duanesboy only half commits.
Duanesboy misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Duanesboy if he has to take too many more of those.
Good exchange - Duanesboy coming out on top.
Podolski blocks a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Duanesboy with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T1#
Duanesboy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Duanesboy misses the jab.
Duanesboy throws a jab when Podolski was well out of range.
Duanesboy tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Podolski ducks under a wild hook from Duanesboy.
Podolski shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Podolski keeps the fight on the outside.
Podolski slips a straight right by Duanesboy.
Podolski slips under a jab.
Podolski looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Podolski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski tries to land a front kick but Duanesboy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A jab from Podolski finds it's way through Duanesboy's defenses.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Duanesboy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Duanesboy lands with an uppercut that bounces Podolski off the cage and back into range.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T2#
Duanesboy just misses with a punch to the body.
A slow jab from Podolski misses its intended target.
Podolski checks a leg kick.
Podolski lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Duanesboy misses with a low kick.
A big left from Podolski misses.
Duanesboy throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Duanesboy throws out the jab.
Duanesboy staying out of range there.
Duanesboy getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Duanesboy thumps Podolski with a low kick.
Duanesboy moves out of range of the body kick.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski thinks about the counter body kick.
Duanesboy connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A nice inside leg kick there by Podolski. That's going to slow Duanesboy down.
Duanesboy looks to land a right hand but Podolski moved out of range.
Podolski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Duanesboy finds it's way round the side to connect with Podolski's head. #T3#
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Duanesboy moves away.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Podolski scores with a jab.
Duanesboy throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski fails to land with a series of punches.
Duanesboy fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Podolski on the side of the head.
Podolski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot.
Podolski on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Podolski.
Podolski lands a head shot.
Podolski checks a low kick from Duanesboy.
Podolski only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Duanesboy connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Podolski lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
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!
Duanesboy lands the left hand.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Podolski in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Duanesboy is out of range. #T4#
Duanesboy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Podolski lunges at Duanesboy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Duanesboy's hand.
Duanesboy wants to land a leg kick but Podolski is out of range.
Podolski misses with a looping right.
Podolski slips a straight right by Duanesboy.
Duanesboy misses with a straight left.
Duanesboy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Duanesboy misses with an uppercut. Podolski saw that one coming.
An inside leg kick from Podolski misses.
Podolski connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Podolski lands with a shot to the body.
Duanesboy throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Duanesboy throws a shot from downtown. Podolski moves away and avoids it.
Snake Duanesboy is winning the standup battle so far.
Podolski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Duanesboy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Michail Podolski 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!
#R3#
Duanesboy blocks the body kick.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Podolski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Podolski lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Duanesboy at a distance.
A decent looking cross lands there for Duanesboy.
Podolski throws a wild body kick that Duanesboy sees coming a mile off.
Duanesboy misses with a body shot.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Duanesboy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A cross from Podolski lands.
Duanesboy slips under a jab.
A big right from Duanesboy misses.
Duanesboy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Podolski can pounce on him.
Duanesboy connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski checks a leg kick nicely.
Duanesboy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a looping right.
Podolski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Duanesboy, right into the meat. #T1#
Duanesboy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Duanesboy avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Duanesboy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Podolski.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Duanesboy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Podolski! But no joy.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Duanesboy moves away and avoids it.
Duanesboy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Podolski throws the kick towards the body but Duanesboy avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Duanesboy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Duanesboy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
An attempted straight right counter from Duanesboy misses the target.
Podolski uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Duanesboy.
Podolski lands with an overhand left.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
A good leg kick by Podolski.
Duanesboy lands with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Duanesboy.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Duanesboy is looking to counter punch.
Duanesboy loads up on a big right hand but Podolski slips the punch.#T2#
Podolski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Duanesboy connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Podolski scrambles back to his feet.
Nice body kick there by Podolski.
Duanesboy checks the leg kick nicely there.
Podolski pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Duanesboy thuds his right hand into Podolski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Podolski tries to clinch but Duanesboy is having none of it.
Duanesboy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Duanesboy lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice jab there from Podolski.
Duanesboy cracks Podolski with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Jab from Podolski.
Podolski lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Podolski ducks under a wild hook from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
Podolski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T3#
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Duanesboy walks into a straight right hand from Podolski.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Duanesboy.
Duanesboy throws out a leg kick but Podolski moves out of range and Duanesboy only half commits.
Duanesboy finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A slow jab from Duanesboy misses its intended target.
Duanesboy slips under a jab.
Duanesboy missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Duanesboy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Duanesboy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Duanesboy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
Duanesboy throws a leg kick but Podolski sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Duanesboy lands a jab.
Podolski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Duanesboy's calf.#T4#
Duanesboy moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Duanesboy moves out of range of the leg kick from Podolski.
Duanesboy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Duanesboy drives through and clinches with Podolski against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Duanesboy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Podolski swings away with a body shot that misses
and Duanesboy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice defenses there by Podolski.
Duanesboy cracks Podolski with a right hand to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Duanesboy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Duanesboy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Podolski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Duanesboy.
A little jabbing left from Podolski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Duanesboy fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Michail Podolski.
I think Podolski 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: PFC 137 Tuala vs Nao
Date: Nov 08, 2019

#R1#
Ibu looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
Ibu ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Ibu checks a low kick from Podolski.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Ibu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Ibu throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ibu throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Ibu.
Ibu takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ibu connects with a single shot there.
A combination from Ibu does no damage.
Ibu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Podolski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ibu misses with a looping left.
Podolski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ibu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibu is looking to clinch but Podolski is avoiding it.
Podolski misses with a hook.
Ibu throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
Ibu throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ibu thuds a left hand into Podolski's body.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Podolski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ibu takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski throws a body punch but Ibu moves out of range.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Ibu slips the punch.
Ibu with a jab.
A big right from Ibu misses.
Decent striking displayed by Ibu there.
Podolski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ibu blocks a low kick nicely.
Ibu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Podolski tries to work over Ibu's front leg with a kick but Ibu checks it.
Ibu thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Podolski if he has to take too many more of those.
Ibu takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Podolski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ibu misses with a wild body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski lands a nice shot to the body.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Podolski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ibu. #T2#
Podolski tries to score with a low kick but Ibu moves his leg out of the way.
Ibu connects with an inside leg kick.
Ibu scores with a spinning back kick!
A nice inside leg kick there by Ibu. That's going to slow Podolski down.
Koh Ibu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A bone on bone clash there as Podolski blocks the leg kick.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Podolski.
Podolski throws a head kick but Ibu moves out of range.
Ibu lands with a kick to the ribs.
Ibu misses with a right hand
and Podolski counters with a straight right hand.
Ibu moves out of range as Podolski throws a body kick.
Podolski throws a head kick but Ibu moves out of range.
Ibu blocks the body kick.
Podolski lands a jab to Ibu's midsection.
Podolski is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Ibu rather than just go for the knockout.
Podolski jabs Ibu to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Podolski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ibu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Ibu scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Podolski doesn't seem bothered though.
Ibu just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Ibu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ibu moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski punishes Ibu's body with a nice straight punch.
Podolski throws a chopping leg kick but Ibu manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ibu fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ibu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ibu.
Podolski let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ibu fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ibu lands a right hook to the body.
Ibu cracks Podolski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Podolski blocks an uppercut.
Ibu can't find room to land a body shot as Podolski controls the action.
Ibu lands an 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!
Ibu prevents a body shot from Podolski.
Ibu misses with a punch on the inside.
Ibu throws a head punch that misses.
Ibu working aggressively here. #T4#
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Podolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Ibu controls his hands.
Podolski throws an elbow but it misses.
Podolski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A short right from Podolski on the inside.
Podolski blocking some punches.
Ibu blocks an uppercut.
Ibu lands a shoulder strike.
Podolski misses with a hook from the clinch.
Podolski blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ibu.
Podolski lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ibu backwards.
Podolski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ibu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Podolski is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Ibu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ibu pushes Podolski back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ibu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ibu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ibu really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Ibu blocks an uppercut.
Podolski cracks Ibu with a nice body shot.
Ibu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
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 Koh Ibu will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Ibu misses with a low kick.
Podolski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ibu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good shot there by Ibu.
Ibu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Ibu moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ibu moves away.
Podolski throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ibu throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Podolski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ibu misses the shot to the body.
Ibu misses with a wild combination.
Ibu backing away here, and Podolski unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ibu misses with a double jab
and Podolski counters with a stiff right hand.
Ibu lands with a kick to the temple. Podolski shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Ibu ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a looping right.
Podolski cracks Ibu with an open hand slap.
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!
Ibu takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Ibu misses with a straight right.
A jab from Podolski misses.
Koh Ibu is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Podolski misses with an attempted mid kick.
Podolski takes a swing at Ibu's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Ibu misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ibu. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ibu throws a hook but Podolski avoids it easily.
Ibu scores with a head kick.
Ibu chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Some bone on bone action there as Ibu checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
An attempted straight right counter from Ibu misses the target.
Ibu with a hook.
Podolski throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ibu swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Podolski.
Podolski moves into range and connects with a jab.
Podolski slips under a jab from Ibu.
Podolski scoring well with a low kick there.
Ibu throws a low kick but it's checked well by Podolski.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Ibu is looking to counter punch.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ibu checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ibu throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ibu tries to move into range but Podolski moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T2#
Ibu lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ibu misses with a body shot
and Podolski counters with a straight right hand.
Podolski swings for the body but Ibu moves out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Ibu. That snapped Podolski's head back.
Podolski misses with a straight right.
Ibu lands a nice looking body shot.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ibu moves away.
Ibu lands with a good body shot.
Podolski on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ibu throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Some wild striking there from Ibu.
Ibu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Podolski misses with an uppercut.
Podolski pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Podolski keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ibu.
Ibu throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ibu throws a series of punches but Podolski moves out of range. #T3#
A jab from Podolski does it's job there.
Ibu misses with a low kick.
Podolski looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Podolski throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ibu blocks the body kick.
Ibu misses with a looping right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ibu. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski takes a swing at Ibu's ribcage but misses.
Ibu connects with a nice looking jab.
Podolski throws out a leg kick but Ibu moves out of range and Podolski only half commits.
Ibu jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Ibu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ibu connects with a nice looking jab.
Ibu with a nice cross.
Ibu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ibu was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Podolski throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ibu.
Ibu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Podolski tries to move into range but Ibu moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski checks a low kick from Ibu.
Ibu throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Ibu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Ibu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Ibu throws a body kick that misses.
Podolski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ibu.
Podolski moves out of range as Ibu strikes.
Ibu misses with a hook
and Podolski counters with a stiff right hand.
A shot to the liver by Ibu. Beautiful body shot.
Podolski connects with a body shot.
Podolski lands with a kick to the temple. Ibu shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ibu, as that shot connected.
Ibu moves out of range of the leg kick from Podolski.
Ibu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ibu pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ibu misses with a body kick.
Podolski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ibu.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Ibu's shoulder, as Ibu tries to avoid the shot.
Ibu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A counter left hand to the body from Ibu misses its target.
Podolski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ibu scores with a decent looking hook.
Ibu wants to slow Podolski down by chopping away at his legs.
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 Koh Ibu 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski throws a head kick but Ibu moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Ibu does a little dance to reset his feet.
That kick from Podolski tenderised Ibu's leg. Ibu is trying to keep his angry face on.
Podolski needs to keep his hands up - Ibu had a free shot at his head there.
Ibu lands with an overhand left.
Podolski attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ibu scoring well with a low kick there.
An inside leg kick from Ibu misses.
A big left from Podolski misses.
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ibu misses with a body kick.
Podolski slips under a jab from Ibu.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ibu throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
Ibu looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Ibu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski lands a really nice looking cross but Ibu seems unphased.
Ibu misses with a low kick.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Ibu. Beautiful body shot.
Ibu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ibu is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ibu pivots, looking for a leg kick but Podolski is out of range and Ibu settles back down.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Podolski! But no joy.
Podolski lands a leg kick that knocks Ibu off balance momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Ibu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ibu throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Jab, jab by Ibu - just one landing.
Ibu throws a combination that misses
letting Podolski counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Podolski takes the fight into the clinch.
Podolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Ibu controls his hands.
Ibu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Podolski lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ibu backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Ibu.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ibu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Podolski backwards. #BC#
Ibu manages to break the clinch.
Ibu scores with a hook to the body. Podolski takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T2#
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ibu.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ibu.
Ibu takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Ibu lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Podolski circles away quickly and effectively.
Podolski lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Podolski lands a slapping body shot.
Ibu scores with a kick to the midsection.
Podolski throws the kick towards the body but Ibu avoids it.
Ibu fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Podolski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ibu throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Podolski takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Podolski slips a straight right by Ibu.
Podolski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Podolski avoids a kick to the body.
Ibu tries to bum rush Podolski with a series of wild strikes but Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ibu takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Podolski on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ibu.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ibu manages to avoid it.
Nice body kick there by Podolski.#T3#
Podolski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ibu getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ibu lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Podolski fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ibu keeps the fight on the outside.
Ibu is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ibu takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ibu cracks Podolski with an open hand slap.
Ibu blocks a low kick nicely.
Ibu throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #CL2#
Podolski darts in and clinches Ibu up against the cage.
Podolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Ibu controls his hands.
Ibu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Podolski blocks an uppercut.
Podolski pushes off an throws an elbow but Ibu leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Ibu is working Podolski over against the cage.#T4#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ibu.
Ibu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Ibu misses with the head strike.
Ibu misses with a punch to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ibu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Podolski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Podolski misses with an elbow over the top.
Ibu swings wildly with an uppercut but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Ibu controls his hands.
Ibu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Podolski blocks an uppercut.
Ibu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Podolski backwards.
With the fighters up against the cage, Podolski throws an elbow but misses.
Ibu misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski scores with a nice hook to the head.
Podolski swings wildly with an uppercut but Ibu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ibu misses with the head strike.
Podolski lands an elbow inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Koh Ibu showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ibu 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Koh Ibu!
In his post fight interview, Koh Ibu started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: PFC 133 Tuala vs Dmitrov
Date: Oct 19, 2019

#R1#
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tanaka moves away.
Podolski has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Yaj's MMA Academy in the buildup to the fight.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tanaka lands a jab.
Podolski throws a body punch but Tanaka moves out of range.
Tanaka throws a front kick aimed at Podolski's knee but Podolski avoids it well.
A quick step to the side and Podolski tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski throws a sloppy head kick and Tanaka moves out of range easily.
Tanaka appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tanaka looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tanaka moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tanaka throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tanaka misses with a low kick as Podolski jumps back.
A big right from Podolski misses.
Tanaka drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Podolski defends it well.
Tanaka lands an overhand right.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 Tanaka has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tanaka and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Podolski throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Tanaka counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tanaka not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Podolski makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Podolski.
Tanaka tries to free his leg and advance position but Podolski is retaining full guard.
Tanaka trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Podolski holds on and takes a little breather.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tanaka stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Podolski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tanaka has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Podolski 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#
Podolski trying to mount his opponent but Tanaka defends it.
Tanaka wants to improve his position but Podolski is controlling well.
Tanaka makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tanaka.#T3#
Tanaka wants to sweep here but Podolski controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tanaka is on top in guard. #REVB#
Podolski wants to stand but Tanaka is controlling the position.
Tanaka wants to pass the guard but Podolski is keeping the position.
Podolski is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tanaka with a flurry of punches that miss.
Tanaka throwing strikes from guard but Podolski blocks nicely.
Tanaka working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tanaka pushes down on Podolski's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tanaka lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Podolski avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tanaka.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nobunaga Tanaka dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tanaka digs a good body shot into Podolski's ribs.
Tanaka misses with a jab, cross combination.
It looked like Podolski was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tanaka.
Tanaka misses with a hook.
Tanaka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice body punch from Podolski.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Tanaka.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Podolski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tanaka on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tanaka thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Podolski if he has to take too many more of those.
A leg kick checked by Tanaka.
Tanaka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tanaka walks forward, straight into a front kick from Podolski.
Podolski will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Podolski lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tanaka at a distance.
Tanaka has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tanaka misses with a low kick.
Podolski scores with a spinning back kick!
Podolski is looking to wear down Tanaka with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tanaka avoids a kick to the body.
Tanaka looks to land a left hand but Podolski moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Podolski throws a leg kick but Tanaka moved away.
Tanaka replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Podolski blocks it well.
Tanaka misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Tanaka does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tanaka lands a body shot.
Tanaka buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tanaka checks a leg kick.
Podolski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Podolski chopping away at his opponent's legs. #TD2#
Tanaka looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Podolski!#ES#
Podolski explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tanaka with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tanaka shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Podolski as he avoids it easily.
Podolski checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tanaka throws a jab when Podolski was well out of range.
A solid body kick from Tanaka.
Podolski tried to score with a low kick but Tanaka checks it.#T2#
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tanaka moves away.
Tanaka staying out of range there.
Tanaka misses with a body kick.
Tanaka throws a hook but Podolski blocks it.
Tanaka misses with a hook. Podolski ducked under it nicely.
Tanaka tries a head kick but it misses.
Podolski moves away from the strike by Tanaka.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Tanaka.
Nobunaga Tanaka seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tanaka turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#TD2#
Tanaka fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Podolski sprawls well initially but Tanaka persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Podolski has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Tanaka is on him like a limpet, forcing Podolski back against the cage.
Tanaka digs a right hand underneath Podolski's ribcage. Podolski let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tanaka prevents a body shot from Podolski.
Podolski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tanaka's elbow.
Tanaka takes an elbow to the temple.
Podolski working aggressively here.
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tanaka gets through Podolski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
Tanaka lands with a left to the head.
Podolski lands an elbow inside that Tanaka shrugs off.
Tanaka avoids a wild elbow strike from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Podolski working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tanaka goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tanaka tries to throw a body punch but Podolski avoids it by throwing Tanaka back against the cage.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Podolski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Tanaka.
Tanaka misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Podolski can't find room to land a body shot as Tanaka controls the action.
Tanaka blocks an elbow strike.
Podolski blocks an uppercut.
Podolski pushes off an throws an elbow but Tanaka leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Tanaka misses with a punch to the body.
Tanaka tries to throw a body punch but Podolski avoids it by throwing Tanaka back against the cage.
Podolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Tanaka is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Podolski is defending well.
Tanaka's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tanaka misses with a punch on the inside.
Tanaka lands a body punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tanaka is looking to break free of the clinch but Podolski has double underhooks.
Tanaka throws a punch but it's blocked by Podolski.
Podolski tries to work over Tanaka's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Podolski scores with a shoulder strike.
Tanaka lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Podolski throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Podolski working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tanaka is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Tanaka tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tanaka trying to stall but Podolski improves his position.
Podolski gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Nobunaga Tanaka has been cut.
Podolski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
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 Michail Podolski will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nobunaga Tanaka's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Tanaka looks to land a left hand but Podolski moved out of range nicely.
Podolski cracks a nice hook into Tanaka's ribs.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but Tanaka sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Podolski checks a leg kick nicely.
Tanaka throws a chopping leg kick but Podolski manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Podolski is looking to counter punch.
Tanaka throws an off balance right hand
and Podolski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Podolski swings for the body but Tanaka moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Tanaka there.
Nobunaga Tanaka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski scores with a body shot.
Tanaka ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tanaka scores with a push kick.
A slow jab from Tanaka misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Podolski.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Podolski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tanaka.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tanaka swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Podolski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tanaka on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Podolski. Podolski obviously looking to wear him down.
Tanaka swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tanaka connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Podolski's hands.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
An inside leg kick from Tanaka misses.
Tanaka misses with an attempted mid kick.
Podolski swings for the body but Tanaka moves out of range.
A lazy left from Tanaka finds it's target.
Tanaka attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tanaka ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski half committed to a counter leg kick.
Podolski connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tanaka's hands.
Tanaka takes a shot right to the bread basket.
That kick from Podolski tenderised Tanaka's leg. Tanaka is trying to keep his angry face on.
A jab from Tanaka finds it's way through Podolski's defenses.
Podolski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt 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!
Podolski tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tanaka is able to avoid easily.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Podolski avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tanaka has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Podolski.#CL#
Podolski rushes Tanaka and presses him up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Podolski - that landed with a thud.
Podolski lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Michail Podolski has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tanaka is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tanaka misses with a punch on the inside.
Podolski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Tanaka blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Podolski keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tanaka's efforts to push away.
Tanaka blocks the elbow strike.
Tanaka stalling the fight.
Tanaka tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
Podolski blocking some punches. #T3#
Podolski lands a nice uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Tanaka.
Tanaka tries to throw a body punch but Podolski avoids it by throwing Tanaka back against the cage.
Tanaka taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Podolski can't find room to land a body shot as Tanaka controls the action.
Tanaka avoids the elbow strike from Podolski, against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Podolski.
Tanaka lands with a left to the head.
Tanaka is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Podolski to keep the fight standing.
Tanaka takes an elbow to the temple.
Podolski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Tanaka lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Podolski.
Podolski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Podolski tries to work over Tanaka's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Podolski lands an elbow inside.
Podolski lands a shoulder strike.
Podolski blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Tanaka manages to break the clinch.
Podolski moves away from the strike by Tanaka.
Tanaka lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tanaka goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Good exchange - Tanaka coming out on top.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Tanaka 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 Podolski has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Podolski and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Podolski fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Podolski throws a nice inside leg kick.
Podolski lands with a good body shot.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski lands a slapping body shot.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Tanaka checks it.
A low kick from Tanaka misses
and Podolski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tanaka thuds a left hand into Podolski's body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tanaka.
Tanaka moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Podolski.
Tanaka looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Podolski 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
A victorious Michail Podolski thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: AEW 31
Date: Sep 07, 2019

#R1#
Von Ketler scores with a nice right hand.
Von Ketler throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski throws a push kick but Von Ketler slaps the foot to one side.
Von Ketler on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Von Ketler misses with a few strikes there.
Von Ketler's corner calls for a 1-2. Von Ketler obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Podolski looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A punch combination from Von Ketler misses.
Von Ketler jabs at Podolski's body.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Von Ketler moves away and avoids it.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Von Ketler moved away.
Von Ketler fails to land with a series of punches.
Eksem Von Ketler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Von Ketler throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Podolski's waist but Podolski gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Von Ketler off to one side.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Podolski scores with a nice head shot.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Von Ketler has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but Von Ketler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Some wild striking there from Von Ketler.
Podolski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Von Ketler throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Podolski makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T1#
Von Ketler misses with a body punch
and Von Ketler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Von Ketler with the counter takedown but Podolski avoids it easily.
Podolski swats away the attempt to clinch by Von Ketler.
Podolski lands a jab to Von Ketler's midsection.
Von Ketler walks into a stiff left hand from Podolski.
Donk. Podolski catches Von Ketler right on the button with a cross.
Von Ketler fails with a takedown attempt.
Podolski moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jab by Von Ketler.
Podolski throws a sloppy head kick and Von Ketler moves out of range easily.
Von Ketler throws a poor cross that misses
and Podolski counters with a leg kick.
Von Ketler takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Von Ketler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski 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.#T2#
Von Ketler checks the leg kick.
Podolski lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
The fighters circle momentarily. Von Ketler darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Von Ketler shoots in for a takedown but Podolski shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Michail Podolski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Eksem Von Ketler.
Podolski fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A thudding body kick lands there by Podolski!
Podolski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Von Ketler fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Podolski is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Von Ketler.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Von Ketler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Von Ketler takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Von Ketler has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Podolski.
Podolski swings for the body but Von Ketler moves out of range.
Podolski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Podolski misses with a looping left.
Podolski dodges the punch combination from Von Ketler.
Von Ketler thows a left - swing and a miss!
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Von Ketler looks to throw the jab but Podolski is out of range.
It looked like Podolski was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Von Ketler.
Podolski lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Podolski lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Podolski with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Good work by Von Ketler as he checks the leg kick.
Podolski moves forwards but Von Ketler connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Podolski scores with a leg kick.
Von Ketler misses with a hook.
Podolski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Podolski throws a jab when Von Ketler was well out of range.
Von Ketler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Von Ketler.
Von Ketler throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Podolski lands a body shot.
Podolski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Von Ketler throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Von Ketler moves away and avoids it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 Von Ketler has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Von Ketler and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Von Ketler. #T4#
Von Ketler tries a low kick but Podolski avoids it.
Podolski appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Von Ketler displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Von Ketler's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Von Ketler.#CL#
Von Ketler gets tackled into the cage by Podolski. Podolski maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Von Ketler escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Von Ketler throws a low kick but it's checked well by Podolski.
Von Ketler looks to land a combination but Podolski avoids it well.
Von Ketler misses with a straight right.
Podolski lands a nice looking body shot.
Von Ketler defending well as Podolski loads up on a big left hand.
No joy there for Von Ketler, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Von Ketler walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Podolski moves away from the strike by Von Ketler.
Von Ketler just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromPodolski.
Podolski lands with a hook. Von Ketler tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Von Ketler throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Podolski feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Podolski gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Von Ketler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Von Ketler avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Von Ketler lands a nice looking body shot.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Von Ketler moved away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Von Ketler checks a leg kick.
Von Ketler feints the counter takedown.
Von Ketler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Von Ketler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Von Ketler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Von Ketler misses with a body shot.
Podolski throws a hook to the side of Von Ketler's head but Von Ketler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Von Ketler wants to slow Podolski down by chopping away at his legs.
Podolski finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Podolski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Von Ketler can do to turn this around?
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A little jabbing left from Von Ketler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Podolski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Podolski lands with a nice body punch.
Von Ketler misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Von Ketler is able to avoid easily.
Podolski takes one on the button.
Podolski motions for Von Ketler to come forward. Podolski throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Von Ketler is looking for the big counter here.
Von Ketler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Von Ketler crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Podolski - the referee stops the clock and Von Ketler gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Podolski. Von Ketler manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Von Ketler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski. #T1#
Von Ketler missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Podolski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Von Ketler throws a series of punches but Podolski moves out of range.
Von Ketler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Von Ketler misses with a combination
and Podolski counters with a solid body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Von Ketler. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Podolski shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Podolski takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Von Ketler scores with a shot to the body.
Von Ketler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski throws a jab when Von Ketler was well out of range.
Podolski lands a jab.
Von Ketler takes one to the chin there.#T2#
Von Ketler rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Podolski moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Von Ketler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Von Ketler.
Podolski throws a predictable looking body shot
and Von Ketler counters with a right hand to the body.
Von Ketler takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Von Ketler throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Podolski looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Von Ketler.
Von Ketler cracks Podolski with a right hand to the side of the head.
Podolski cracks a nice hook into Von Ketler's ribs.
A slow jab from Von Ketler misses its intended target.
Podolski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Von Ketler.
Von Ketler fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Von Ketler sizes up Podolski with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T3#
Podolski ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Podolski, right into the meat.
Von Ketler misses with an uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Podolski tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Von Ketler fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Von Ketler throws a right and a left that both miss.
A solid leg kick lands there for Podolski.
Podolski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Von Ketler misses with a straight left.
Podolski half committed to a counter leg kick.
Von Ketler throws a series of punches but Podolski moves out of range.
Von Ketler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Von Ketler throws a jab but it's blocked by Podolski.
Von Ketler defending well as Podolski loads up on a big left hand.
A jab lands there for Von Ketler.
Podolski slips a straight right by Von Ketler.
Von Ketler misses with an attempted mid kick.
Podolski throwing a counter right hand but Von Ketler manages to avoid it.
Von Ketler scores with a jab to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Von Ketler misses with a shot to the body
and Podolski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Von Ketler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Von Ketler scores with a hook to the body. Podolski takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Podolski on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Podolski cracks the inside of Von Ketler's front leg.
Horrible takedown attempt by Von Ketler or perhaps it was just good defense by Podolski, which made it look bad.
Podolski scores with a jab. Von Ketler acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Podolski uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Von Ketler has time to react.
Good work by Von Ketler as he checks the leg kick.
Podolski throws a push kick but Von Ketler slaps the foot to one side.
Von Ketler throws a right and a left that both miss.
A punch lands to the side of Von Ketler 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Podolski gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice shot by Podolski.
Podolski slips under a jab from Von Ketler.
Von Ketler tries to score a power double leg takedown but Podolski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Von Ketler somewhat.
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 Michail Podolski will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski moves away from the strike by Von Ketler.
Podolski throws a chopping leg kick but Von Ketler manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Von Ketler tries a head kick but it misses.
Podolski is looking to counter punch.
Von Ketler tries to clinch but Podolski moves out of range.
Von Ketler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Von Ketler.
Podolski throws a body punch but Von Ketler moves out of range.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Von Ketler is just out of range.
Podolski throws a sloppy body shot
and Podolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Von Ketler checks the leg kick nicely there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Von Ketler. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Von Ketler is just out of range.
Podolski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A shot to the liver by Von Ketler. Beautiful body shot.
Podolski scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Von Ketler moves out of range of the leg kick from Podolski.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Von Ketler moved away.#T1#
Podolski swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Podolski takes one to the side of the head.
Podolski needs to keep his hands up - Von Ketler had a free shot at his head there.
Michail Podolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Von Ketler just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Podolski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
Von Ketler misses with a left hand
and Podolski counters with a straight right hand.
Von Ketler misses with a jab, cross combination.
Von Ketler swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Von Ketler attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Von Ketler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Podolski avoids it really well and circles away.
Podolski walks into a left hand.
Von Ketler misses with an uppercut.
Podolski fails to land with a series of punches. #T2#
Podolski lands a glancing blow to the side of Von Ketler's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Von Ketler misses with a lunging right hand
and Podolski cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Von Ketler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Podolski.
Von Ketler bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Podolski scores with a body shot.
Von Ketler throws a right and a left that both miss.
Von Ketler misses with the combination.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Von Ketler avoids a kick to the body.
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Von Ketler doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Podolski digs a good hook to Von Ketler's body.
Podolski cracks Von Ketler with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Von Ketler has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Von Ketler.
Von Ketler avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Podolski throws a body punch but Von Ketler moves out of range.
That kick from Podolski tenderised Von Ketler's leg. Von Ketler is trying to keep his angry face on.#T3#
Von Ketler moves out of range of the body kick.
Von Ketler moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski misses with a wild combination.
Von Ketler wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Podolski checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nice body punch from Von Ketler.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Von Ketler misses.
Decent striking displayed by Podolski there.
Von Ketler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Podolski throws a quick counter kick to the body but Von Ketler avoids it.
Podolski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Von Ketler.
A looping hook to the body misses from Von Ketler. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Von Ketler lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Von Ketler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Podolski.
Podolski lands an overhand right.
Eksem Von Ketler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Podolski throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Von Ketler is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Von Ketler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Podolski.
Von Ketler throws a sloppy body shot
letting Podolski counter with a right hand.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Von Ketler.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Von Ketler back to the cage. Podolski follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Podolski slips under a jab.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Von Ketler misses with a straight left.
Von Ketler misses with a wild combination.
Von Ketler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Von Ketler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Von Ketler rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Podolski moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Von Ketler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Von Ketler closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Podolski 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
An out of breath Michail Podolski thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Eksem Von Ketler was interviewed post fight and said 'Didn't hurt'.

Event: AEW 25
Date: Aug 17, 2019

#R1#
Podolski ducks under a wild hook from Benderson.
Podolski is looking to counter punch.
Benderson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Podolski tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski throws a lazy uppercut
and Benderson counters with a nice uppercut.
Podolski throws a poor cross that misses
and Benderson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Podolski fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Benderson checks it well.
Podolski feints and then cracks Benderson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Benderson down.
Podolski misses with a jab to the body
and Podolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Benderson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Podolski throws a big counter combination but Benderson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Benderson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Podolski swings widly with a right hand
and Benderson counters with a stiff right hand.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Benderson keeps Podolski at a distance using the push kick.
Podolski clobbers Benderson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Benderson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Benderson ducks down to avoid it.
Benderson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Podolski's head backwards.
Benderson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski throws a right hand that misses
and Podolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Podolski throws a lazy uppercut
and Benderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Benderson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Benderson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Podolski counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Podolski gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body.
Benderson tries a knee to the head but Podolski blocks it.
Benderson has Podolski pushed against the cage.
Benderson dodges an elbow strike from Podolski.
Podolski softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski lands a right hand. #T2#
Podolski lands a shot to the body.
Benderson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Podolski blocks it with crossed arms.
Benderson wants to stall.
Benderson stalling in the clinch but Podolski improves position. #BC2#
Benderson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Benderson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski scores with a nice strike.
Benderson throws a shot from downtown. Podolski moves away and avoids it.
Benderson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
As Podolski backs off Benderson throws a huge counter combo but Podolski manages to avoid it all.
Benderson 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.
Podolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Benderson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Podolski connects with a solid leg kick.
Podolski lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Podolski digs a good hook to Benderson's body.
Podolski getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Benderson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T3#
Benderson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Podolski connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Benderson scrambles back to his feet.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski looks to clinch
and Benderson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Podolski tries to clinch but Benderson moves out of range.
Podolski drops his hands momentarily and Benderson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Podolski misses with a lunging right hand #CL2#
and Benderson moves into the clinch.
Podolski digs a right hand into Benderson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Benderson's gas tank.
Benderson scores a nice knee to the body.
Benderson stalling in the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Podolski throws an elbow but misses.
Podolski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Benderson stalls.
Podolski lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Benderson or not.
Benderson misses with a knee strike. #T4#
Benderson avoids the elbow strike from Podolski, against the cage.
Benderson avoids a wild elbow strike from Podolski.
Benderson dodges an elbow strike from Podolski.
Benderson has Podolski pressed against the cage.
Podolski throws an elbow but it's blocked.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Benderson tries to land knees in the clinch but Podolski avoids the damage to the body.
Podolski lands a shoulder strike.
Benderson misses with a knee to the head.
Benderson misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Podolski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Podolski blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Benderson misses with a knee strike.
Podolski throws an elbow but it misses.
Benderson looking to throw knees to the head but Podolski is blocking nicely.
Benderson is trying to stall.
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 Michail Podolski will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Benderson rushes Podolski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Benderson avoids a wild elbow strike from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a hook from the clinch.
Benderson scores with a hook to the body.
Podolski makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Podolski lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Benderson stalling in the clinch.
Podolski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Benderson leaning against his opponent.
Benderson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Podolski avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters up against the cage, Podolski throws an elbow but misses.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
A left hand lands to the body for Podolski.
Podolski throws an elbow but it misses.
Podolski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Podolski lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1#
Podolski misses with an elbow over the top.
Benderson displaying some good clinch control by pressing Podolski up against the cage.
Podolski lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Podolski lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Podolski lands a left hand that snaps the head of Benderson backwards.
Benderson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Benderson.
Benderson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Benderson missing with knees to the body.
Benderson pressing his opponent against the cage.
Podolski lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Benderson backwards. #T2#
Benderson blocks the elbow strike.
Knees to the body from Benderson.
Benderson displaying some good clinch control by pressing Podolski up against the cage.
Benderson blocks the elbow strike.
Benderson lands a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Benderson utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Benderson avoids a wild elbow strike from Podolski.
Benderson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Podolski takes a knee to the side of the body.
Podolski working aggressively here.
Benderson misses with a knee strike.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Benderson is looking to control Podolski's arms but Podolski gets an underhook and turns him. Now Benderson has his back to the cage. #T3#
Benderson just leaning against Podolski, taking a breather.
Benderson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Benderson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Podolski has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Benderson avoids a wild elbow strike from Podolski.
Podolski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Benderson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Podolski avoids it.
Benderson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Podolski blocks it with crossed arms.
Podolski scores with a shot to the side of Benderson's head.
Podolski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Benderson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Podolski is keeping busy.
Benderson blocks an elbow strike.
Podolski comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Podolski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Michail Podolski has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T4#
Podolski blocks an elbow strike.
Podolski lands a body shot in the clinch.
Benderson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Benderson avoids the elbow strike from Podolski, against the cage.
Podolski lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Podolski lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Podolski.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Benderson misses with an elbow over the top.
Podolski scores with a shoulder strike.
Podolski blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Podolski lands with a left to the head.
Benderson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Benderson blocks an elbow strike from Podolski.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Podolski just misses with a elbow thrown towards Benderson's brow.
A right hand to the body from Podolski.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski 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#
Benderson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Podolski.
Podolski thows a body kick. Benderson tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Podolski, as that shot connected.
Podolski connects with a body shot.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Podolski.
Podolski lands an overhand right.
Benderson misses with an uppercut
and Podolski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Podolski lunges at Benderson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Benderson's hand.
Benderson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Podolski punishes Benderson's body with a nice straight punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Benderson throws a counter combo.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Benderson.
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Benderson counters with a body kick.
Benderson takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T1#
Podolski takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski lands a jab.
Podolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Benderson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Benderson moves away.
Podolski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Benderson can do to turn this around?
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Benderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Benderson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Benderson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Podolski tries to work over Benderson's front leg with a kick but Benderson checks it.
Benderson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Podolski walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Benderson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Podolski throws out a loose jab but Benderson uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Benderson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski throws a low kick but Benderson avoids it.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski throwing a counter right hand but Benderson manages to avoid it.
Podolski lands a right hook to the body.
Podolski throws a lazy body kick
and Podolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Podolski. Benderson shrugs it off though.
Podolski scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Podolski gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Benderson looks to land a body kick but Podolski moved away.
Benderson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Michail Podolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Podolski misses with a kick to the body.
Podolski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Benderson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T3#
Podolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Podolski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Benderson throws out a counter right but Podolski avoids it with no problem.
Podolski blocks a jab.
A quick step to the side and Podolski tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski swings widly with a right hand
and Benderson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Podolski blocks a head kick by Benderson.
Podolski throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Benderson to counter with a crisp jab.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Podolski cracks the inside of Benderson's front leg.
Benderson throws a sloppy head kick
and Podolski counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Benderson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Benderson.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T4#
Podolski tries to land a front kick but Benderson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Benderson only half commits to the counter leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Benderson moves away and avoids it.
Podolski lands a right hook to the body.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Benderson moved away.
Benderson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Benderson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski throws out a loose jab but Benderson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Benderson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Podolski digs a good hook to Benderson's body.
Henson Benderson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Podolski scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Podolski slips a jab and a cross from Benderson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Benderson. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski throws a quick inside leg kick.
Benderson moves out of range of the body kick from Podolski.
Benderson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Podolski throws a solid leg kick but Benderson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Podolski.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Podolski 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
A victorious Michail Podolski thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Henson Benderson had this to say: 'Damn...'.

Event: CEC Invite R2
Date: Jul 22, 2019

#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Whyte. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Podolski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Whyte throws a quick inside leg kick.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Whyte manages to avoid it.
Whyte definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nice uppercut there from Whyte.
Whyte scores with a kick to the body.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Whyte appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Whyte moves away and avoids it.
Podolski misses with a body kick.
Whyte fails in his attempt to clinch.
Whyte missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Whyte lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Whyte moves away.
Podolski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Whyte throws a low kick but Podolski avoids it.
And Podolski responds with a good body kick, but Whyte manages to step out the way in time.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
Podolski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Whyte avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Podolski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Whyte lands with a right hand. #T1#
Whyte works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL#
Whyte darts in and clinches Podolski up against the cage.
Whyte lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Podolski backwards.
Podolski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Podolski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Whyte blocks a body shot from Podolski.
Whyte blocks an elbow strike.
Whyte misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Podolski tries a body shot but Whyte blocks it. #BC#
Whyte breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Whyte keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Whyte scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Podolski throws a body punch but Whyte moves out of range.
Whyte blocks the body kick.
Podolski paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Podolski dips to his left and cracks Whyte with an uppercut!
Whyte moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Whyte throws a leg kick
and Podolski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Podolski throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Whyte tries to close the distance and clinch up but Podolski swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T2#
Podolski lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Whyte misses with a straight left.
Podolski is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Whyte with a body shot.
Whyte wants to clinch.
Whyte dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski lands with a straight right. Whyte didn't see that one coming.
Whyte slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Whyte is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A telegraphed right hand from Whyte misses the target.
Whyte 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.
Whyte fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Podolski misses.
Podolski looks to land a body kick but Whyte moved away.
Whyte is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Whyte slips the punch.
Podolski throws a head kick that misses.
Whyte looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Whyte fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Podolski on the side of the head.#T3#
Whyte keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Whyte jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Podolski.
Good leg kick by Whyte there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Whyte ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski takes one on the button.
Whyte misses with a straight right.
Whyte tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Whyte.
Whyte throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Podolski fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Whyte on the side of the head.
Whyte has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Podolski finds it's way round the side to connect with Whyte's head.
Podolski scores with a nice right hand.
A chopping leg kick lands by Whyte.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Whyte scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski lands a two punch combo.
Podolski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Whyte to score with a decent uppercut.
Whyte ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Podolski with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Podolski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Whyte lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Podolski at a distance.
Whyte tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski swings for the body but Whyte moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Whyte tries to clinch there but Podolski circles away.
Whyte takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Whyte will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Whyte bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Podolski's head.
A big right from Whyte misses.
Podolski throws a fast counter high kick but Whyte manages to duck under it in time.
Podolski is looking to slow Whyte down with leg kicks.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Whyte.
Podolski throws a head kick that misses.
Podolski throws a solid leg kick but Whyte takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Podolski.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Whyte lands a nice looking body shot.
Podolski tries a low kick but Whyte avoids it.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Whyte is just out of range.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Whyte is looking to counter punch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 Whyte has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Whyte and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
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 Benson Whyte will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Podolski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Whyte's sensitive parts.
Podolski keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Podolski misses with a looping right.
Whyte lands a nice leg kick that just misses Podolski's sensitive parts.
Whyte avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Podolski jabs Whyte to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Podolski scores with a jab to the body.
Whyte takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Whyte scores with a jab. Podolski acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Podolski wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Whyte lands a nice leg kick that just misses Podolski's sensitive parts.
Podolski lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Whyte at a distance.
Whyte blocks a jab.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but Whyte sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Whyte's jab looks to have found its range, popping Podolski under the eye.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski looks to land a body kick but Whyte moved away.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Whyte uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Whyte.
It appears Whyte was looking to counter with a kick there.
Podolski scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski digs a good hook to Whyte's body.
Whyte loads up on a big right hand but Podolski slips the punch.
Whyte throws a leg kick but Podolski sees it coming and moves out of range.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Whyte thuds his right hand into Podolski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Whyte misses with a body shot.
Podolski appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Whyte is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Whyte blocks the body kick.
Whyte misses with an uppercut.
A slapping leg kick lands for Whyte.
Podolski lands a slapping body shot.
Nice shot by Podolski.
Podolski swings for the body but Whyte moves out of range.
Podolski works the jab nicely.
Whyte bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Whyte avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Whyte fires out a quick counter leg kick but Podolski just manages to avoid it.
Whyte misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Podolski lands a nice hook to Whyte's body. Whyte takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Podolski in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
A solid body kick from Whyte.
A big right from Whyte misses.
Nice body kick from Whyte.
Whyte scores with a shot to the body.
Podolski attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Whyte is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Whyte ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An attempted straight right counter from Whyte misses the target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Podolski.
Podolski walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Whyte misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski tries a quick counter leg kick but Whyte is wise to it.
Whyte looks to land a left hand but Podolski moved out of range nicely.
Whyte moves in looking to clinch but Podolski pushes him off.
A bone on bone clash there as Whyte blocks the leg kick.
Whyte throws a body shot but no joy.
Whyte dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Podolski. That did some damage!
Podolski slips a straight right by Whyte.
Whyte dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Podolski. That did some damage!#T3#
Podolski works Whyte's body with a nice hook.
Podolski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski blocks a head kick by Whyte.
Podolski was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Podolski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Whyte ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Whyte connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Podolski scrambles back to his feet.
Whyte connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL2#
Podolski instigates a clinch.
Whyte tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Podolski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Whyte with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Podolski lands a damaging elbow.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski throws an elbow but it misses.
Podolski tries to work over Whyte's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Whyte blocks the elbow strike. #T4#
Podolski lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Whyte backwards.
Whyte struggles to land a body shot inside as Podolski controls his hands.
Podolski lands an elbow just above Whyte 's eye. #CUT2#
It looks like Benson Whyte has been cut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Podolski.
Podolski looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Podolski misses with a body punch.
Whyte tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Whyte's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right handed body shot lands from Whyte.
Podolski's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Whyte working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Whyte on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Whyte.
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Podolski makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Whyte blocks an elbow strike from Podolski.
Podolski lands an elbow just above Whyte 's eye.
Podolski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Whyte throws a head punch that misses.
Whyte is looking to break free of the clinch but Podolski has double underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Michail Podolski will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Benson Whyte's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Whyte with a jab.
Whyte swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Whyte throws a front kick aimed at Podolski's knee but Podolski avoids it well.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Whyte.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Whyte slips a jab from Podolski.
Whyte on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Whyte lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Podolski 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.
Podolski jabs Whyte to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Podolski throws a low kick but Whyte moves out of range easily.
Whyte misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Podolski ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Whyte fails with an attempt to clinch.
Podolski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Podolski throws a low kick, looking for Whyte's leg but Whyte calmly moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Whyte forces Podolski back against the cage and clinches.
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Podolski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Whyte scores with a nice short uppercut.
Michail Podolski seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A short left from Podolski.
Podolski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Podolski tries to work over Whyte's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Whyte goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Whyte misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Whyte lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Podolski backwards.
Podolski keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Whyte's efforts to push away.
Podolski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Whyte tries to break free but Podolski pushes him back against the cage.
Podolski throws an elbow but it misses.
Whyte connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
Whyte tries to break the clinch but Podolski is controlling the position.
Podolski pushes off an throws an elbow but Whyte leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Podolski misses with an elbow over the top.
Podolski takes a shot to the head.
Whyte lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Podolski.
Podolski pushes Whyte back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski cracks Whyte with a nice body shot.
Podolski misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Whyte breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Whyte connects with the punch.
Podolski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Podolski misses with a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Whyte. That's going to slow Podolski down.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Whyte throws a sloppy head kick and Podolski moves out of range easily.
Whyte 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.
Podolski thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Whyte if he has to take too many more of those.
Whyte takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Whyte thows a left - swing and a miss!
Whyte tries to close the distance and clinch but Podolski swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Whyte connects with an inside leg kick.#T3#
An inside leg kick from Podolski misses.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Podolski will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Podolski jabs Whyte to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Whyte misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Whyte connects with a jab.
Podolski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Whyte avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Whyte half committed to a counter leg kick.
Whyte throws a shot to the body.
Whyte fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Whyte swats away the attempt to clinch by Podolski.
Podolski takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T4#
Podolski tries to score with a low kick but Whyte moves his leg out of the way.
Whyte thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Podolski if he has to take too many more of those.
Whyte misses with a hook. Podolski ducked under it nicely.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Whyte crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Podolski - the referee stops the clock and Whyte gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Podolski. Whyte manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Whyte scores with a hook to the body. Podolski takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Whyte lands with a nice body punch.
Whyte scoring well with a low kick there.
Whyte just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski pivots, looking for a leg kick but Whyte is out of range and Podolski settles back down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Whyte does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Whyte misses the target.
Podolski slips under a jab.
Whyte throws a body kick that misses.
Podolski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Podolski with a nice cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Whyte does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.

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 Benson Whyte.
I think Whyte 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Benson Whyte!
Benson Whyte bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: CEC 4TH OF JULY
Date: Jul 04, 2019

#R1#
Podolski scores with a jab to the body.
Lach is looking to land body kicks.
Podolski's coach down at The Jungle Room was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Podolski's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Podolski misses with a combination
and Podolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Podolski paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Podolski throws a sloppy head kick and Lach moves out of range easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Podolski.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lach ducks right into an uppercut from Podolski.
A solid leg kick lands there for Podolski.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Podolski, right into the meat.
Lach takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lach takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski connects with a solid leg kick. #T1#
Podolski scores with a kick to the midsection.
Lach looks to land a right hand but Podolski moved out of range.
Podolski appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Lach ducks down to avoid it.
Lach chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Podolski can pounce on him.
Podolski cracks Lach with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski throws a sloppy head kick and Lach moves out of range easily.
Lach half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lach keeps the fight on the outside.
Podolski misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lach cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lach seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Podolski changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lach bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Good exchange - Podolski coming out on top.
Lach takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lach takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski throws a hook to the side of Lach's head but Lach sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lach steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Podolski. That one must have hurt.
Lach just misses with a punch to the body.
Lach slips under a jab.
Podolski with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Podolski connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lach wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A good leg kick by Podolski.
Podolski throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Lach is breathing heavily.
Podolski moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A jab lands there for Podolski.
Podolski misses with an uppercut
and Lach counters with a good, hard body kick but Podolski shrugs it off.
Podolski lands with a kick to the ribs.
Lach just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Good leg kick by Podolski there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Lach takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski checks the leg kick.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lach's sensitive parts.
Lach takes one on the button.
Lach sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Podolski is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lach had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Lach takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Podolski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Lach's calf.
Lach dodges the punch combination from Podolski.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Podolski digs a good hook to Lach's body. #T4#
Lach takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski tests Lach's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2#
Podolski has closed the distance and engaged Lach in a clinch.
Podolski lands a right hand.
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Podolski on the inside.
Podolski blocking some punches.
Lach blocks an elbow strike.
Lach pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Lach goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lach scores with a shoulder strike.
Lach prevents a body shot from Podolski.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Podolski throws an elbow but it misses.
Lach has a couple of punches blocked by Podolski.
Podolski lands a shot to the body.
Lach tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski 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#
Podolski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Podolski misses with a hook. Lach ducked under it nicely.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Podolski tries to clinch there but Lach circles away.
Podolski misses with a few strikes there.
It looked like Lach wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lach throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Podolski is looking to slow Lach down with leg kicks.
Lach misses with a left hand
and Podolski counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lach thinking.
Podolski lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lach takes a step back to recover.
Podolski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Lach will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Podolski digs a good hook to Lach's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CL2#
Podolski gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lach swings wildly with an uppercut but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Podolski creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Podolski.
Podolski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Lach has a couple of punches blocked by Podolski.
Lach dodges an elbow strike from Podolski.
Podolski scores with a shot to the side of Lach's head.
Lach misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lach throws a head punch that misses.
Lach doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lach prevents a body shot from Podolski.
Podolski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Podolski scores with a nice short uppercut.
Podolski lands a right hand.
Lach avoids a wild elbow strike from Podolski.
A right hook to the body lands for Podolski.
Podolski digs a right hand into Lach's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lach's gas tank.
Podolski softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Lach avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Podolski misses with a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Podolski.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lach. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A right hand to the body from Podolski.
Podolski looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Podolski lands with a short head shot on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Podolski.
Lach's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short uppercut from Podolski.
Podolski gets through Lach's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Podolski lands a right hand.
Podolski lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice elbow from Podolski. #CUT2#
It looks like Gniewomir Lach has been cut.
Lach's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A hook to the body from Podolski.
Lach dodges an elbow strike from Podolski.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Lach avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Podolski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lach goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Lach avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Lach misses with a punch on the inside.
Lach blocks an elbow strike.
A nice left hand lands by Podolski.
Nice elbow from Podolski. #T3#
Podolski gets through Lach's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Podolski throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Podolski lands a nice shot to the body.
Podolski gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Podolski lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Podolski throws an elbow but misses.
Lach blocks the elbow strike.
Lach lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lach can't find room to land a body shot as Podolski controls the action.
A right hook to the body lands for Podolski.
Lach blocks an elbow strike from Podolski.
With the fighters up against the cage, Podolski throws an elbow but misses.
Lach tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Podolski's elbow.
Podolski lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lach backwards.
Podolski scores with a hook to the body.
Podolski lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lach backwards.
Lach struggles to land a body shot inside as Podolski controls his hands.
Podolski pushes off an throws an elbow but Lach leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #T4#
Podolski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Podolski lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lach backwards.
Podolski throws an elbow that misses.
Michail Podolski seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Podolski pushes Lach back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Podolski throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Podolski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Podolski lands a body punch in the clinch.
Podolski throws an elbow but it's blocked.
With the fighters up against the cage, Podolski throws an elbow but misses.
Lach blocks an elbow strike.
Lach avoids the elbow strike from Podolski, against the cage.
Podolski throws an elbow that misses.
Lach misses with some punches.
Podolski misses with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Podolski as the two fighters clinch.
Podolski lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski scores with a nice hook to the head.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gniewomir Lach's cut.
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!
#R3#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Podolski, right into the meat.
Lach takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lach keeps the fight on the outside.
Lach has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lach there as he acknowledges the shot.
Podolski tries to clinch but Lach is having none of it. #CL2#
Podolski closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lach avoids a wild elbow strike from Podolski.
Lach is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lach blocks the elbow strike.
Podolski throws an elbow but it misses.
Lach dodges an elbow strike from Podolski.
Podolski tries to work over Lach'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.
Podolski lands a left hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lach throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Lach doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Podolski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Lach blocks the elbow strike.
Podolski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T1#
Podolski working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Podolski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lach struggles to land a body shot inside as Podolski controls his hands.
Lach has a couple of punches blocked by Podolski.
Podolski misses with a body punch.
Podolski lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Podolski cracks Lach with a nice body shot.
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lach avoids a wild elbow strike from Podolski.
Podolski scores with a hook to the body.
Lach blocks an elbow strike from Podolski.
Lach misses with the head strike.
Podolski pushes off an throws an elbow but Lach leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Podolski lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lach backwards.
Podolski lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Podolski lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#
Gniewomir Lach's cut is getting worse.
Podolski works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Podolski lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Podolski working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC2#
Lach is rocked!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Podolski gets through Lach's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Oh Lach is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Podolski looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Lach blocks the elbow strike.
Lach is pressed against the cage. Podolski pushes back and unleashes a big elbow that really hurts Lach! Two more big strikes from Podolski and Lach crumples to the mat and taps out furiously due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: OFC 412: Endgame
Date: May 11, 2019

#R1#
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
Jackson drops his hands momentarily and Podolski takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Podolski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski scores with a shot to the body.
Jackson throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Podolski scores with a punch to the head.
Podolski shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Podolski takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jackson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Podolski slips the punch.
A shot to the liver by Podolski. Beautiful body shot.
Podolski scores with a jab to the body.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Podolski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jackson throws a hook but Podolski avoids it easily.
Jackson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jackson throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Podolski is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jackson with a body shot.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson. #T1#
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jackson.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
and Podolski counters with a stiff right hand.
Podolski cracks Jackson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jackson is looking to chop away at Podolski's legs.
Podolski keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Podolski defending well as Jackson loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jackson 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.
Podolski throws a nice outside leg kick.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jackson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Podolski slips under a jab from Jackson.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Jackson wants to slow Podolski down by chopping away at his legs.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Jackson checks a leg kick.
Jackson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Podolski has time to react.
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!
Good work by Jackson as he checks the leg kick.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
and Jackson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Podolski misses with an attempted mid kick.
Podolski throws a quick inside leg kick.
Podolski throws a quick inside leg kick.
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jackson slips a jab from Podolski.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Podolski slaps away a takedown attempt from Jackson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski slips a jab from Jackson.
Jackson throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Jackson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Podolski looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Podolski ducks right into an uppercut from Jackson.
Jackson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Podolski connects with a jab.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Podolski.#T3#
Jackson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski lands a jab to Jackson's midsection.
Podolski lands a nice looking kick to the body. Jackson takes a step back to recover.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
Podolski lands a really nice looking cross but Jackson seems unphased.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
Jackson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Podolski misses with a right hand
and Jackson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Podolski is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Podolski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jackson throws a head kick but Podolski moves out of range.
Jackson jabs at Podolski's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Jackson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Podolski quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Jackson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Jackson is working for a submission of some sort. #T4#
Jackson is nestled in close to Podolski, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Podolski is looking to improve his position.
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. Jackson connects with a nice short shot to Podolski's temple.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jackson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jackson wants to control but Podolski is keeping him busy.
Jackson thows a huge punch but Podolski dodges it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Michail Podolski will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Podolski works Jackson's body with a nice hook.
Jackson 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.
Podolski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
That kick from Podolski tenderised Jackson's leg. Jackson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jackson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A punch combination from Jackson misses.
Podolski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Podolski drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Podolski misses with a body kick.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Jackson ducks down to avoid it.
Jackson checks the leg kick nicely there.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jackson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Podolski's head backwards.
Jackson throws a hook but Podolski blocks it.
Podolski misses with an attempted mid kick.
Podolski slips a jab from Jackson.
Podolski wants to land a leg kick but Jackson is out of range.
Podolski 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.
Jackson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jackson misses with a straight right.
A countering left hand to the body from Podolski misses.
Podolski throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T1#
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
Podolski throws the left hand but Jackson avoids the punch easily.
Podolski blocks a jab.
Jackson blocks a jab.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson.
Podolski works Jackson's body with a nice hook.
Podolski moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Podolski throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
Podolski gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jackson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Podolski.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Podolski feints a counter leg kick.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Podolski throws a head kick but Jackson moves out of range. #T2#
Jackson misses with a hook. Podolski ducked under it nicely.
Podolski moves away from the strike by Jackson.
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Jackson is out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski connects with a body shot.
Jackson avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Jackson moves away from the strike by Podolski.
Nice defenses there by Podolski.
Jackson throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Jackson needs to keep his hands up - Podolski had a free shot at his head there.
Podolski is looking to chop away at Jackson's legs.
Podolski is looking to slow Jackson down with leg kicks.
Jackson moves out of range of the body kick from Podolski.
Jackson steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Podolski. That one must have hurt.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.#T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jackson, as that shot connected.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Podolski finds it's way through Jackson's defenses.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jackson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jackson misses with a hook
and Podolski counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Podolski lands a leg kick that knocks Jackson off balance momentarily.
Podolski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Jackson's calf.
Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Podolski only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Jackson dives in and grabs Podolski's left leg, looking for a takedown. Podolski pushes down on Jackson's head and hops out.
Jackson tries to bum rush Podolski with a series of wild strikes but Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jackson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
Podolski flicks out a counter leg kick but Jackson steps away.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Jackson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jackson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Podolski.
A jab from Jackson misses.
Podolski lands a glancing blow to the side of Jackson's head.
Jackson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Podolski under the eye.
Podolski connects with a body shot.
Podolski tries to land a leg kick but Jackson saw it coming and moves away.
Podolski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Podolski lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Jackson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jackson.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
Jackson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski throws out a counter right but Jackson avoids it with no problem.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Podolski tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jackson is able to avoid easily.
Podolski throws a nice head kick!
Nice defenses there by Jackson.
Jackson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jackson connects with a looping right hand.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Jackson is just out of range.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Jackson slips the punch.
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
A big left from Jackson misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Podolski, as that shot connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Podolski keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jackson.
Podolski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jackson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jackson.#T1#
Podolski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jackson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Podolski scrambles back to his feet.
Jackson scores with a jab to the head.
Podolski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Jackson attempts a counter takedown but Podolski avoids it well and moves away.
Jackson will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Jackson lunges at Podolski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Podolski's hand.
Jackson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jackson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Podolski counters with a thumping low kick.
Podolski lands with a cross.
Jackson throws a jab when Podolski was well out of range.
Jackson misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Podolski staying out of range there.#T2#
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Podolski.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. Jackson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Podolski pushes Jackson away with a front kick.
Podolski gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Jackson feinted with a counter takedown.
Podolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
DeShawn Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jackson connects with a body shot that sends Podolski's belly button to the back.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Jackson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jackson takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Podolski attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jackson.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson with a nice cross.#T3#
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jackson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Jackson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jackson.
Podolski avoids a punch combination nicely.
Podolski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Jackson slips the punch.
Jackson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A swing and a miss from Jackson.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Podolski throws a nice inside leg kick.
Podolski shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jackson eats them both and turns towards Podolski to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Podolski staying out of range there.
A head kick from Podolski lands but Jackson takes it in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Podolski takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.#T4#
Podolski scores with a body shot.
Podolski keeps Jackson at a distance using the push kick.
Jackson misses with a two punch combination.
Jackson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Podolski pushes Jackson away with a front kick.
Nice body punch from Podolski.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Podolski slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Podolski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jackson misses with a looping right.
Podolski blocks a jab.
Jackson throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab, jab by Podolski - just one landing.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jackson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Podolski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jackson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Podolski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jackson.
Podolski throws a sloppy head kick and Jackson moves out of range easily.
Jackson swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Michail Podolski.
I've got Podolski 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated DeShawn Jackson had this to say: 'Ay Caramba.'.

Event: OFC 409: Balayan vs Turner
Date: Apr 13, 2019

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Jackson.
Jackson misses with a body shot
and Podolski counters with a big head kick but Jackson shrugs it off.
Podolski misses with a double jab.
Podolski defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jackson.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Jackson moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Podolski! But no joy.
Podolski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski cracks Jackson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jackson lands a nice looking body shot.
Jackson lands a really nice looking cross but Podolski seems unphased.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
Jackson throws a right hand that misses
and Podolski counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Jackson lands a nice shot that snaps Podolski's head back.
Jackson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Jackson.
Jackson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Podolski lands with an uppercut that bounces Jackson off the cage and back into range.#T1#
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Podolski misses with a body kick.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Podolski lands with a nice combination. Jackson backs away looking to recover.
Podolski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jackson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Podolski scrambles back to his feet.
Podolski fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jackson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski lands with a right hand.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
Jackson blocks the body kick. #TD#
Jackson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Podolski on his heels. He'll look to pass Podolski's guard now, I'm sure.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jackson.
Jackson tries to free his leg and advance position but Podolski is retaining full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jackson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Jackson has gone for a leg lock! Podolski slips out almost immediately though and dives into Jackson's guard.#REVB##T2#
Jackson trying to keep a closed guard but Podolski is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Jackson throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Podolski escapes and throws Jackson's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Jackson 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.
Jackson is trying to get back to half guard.
Podolski taking a breather here.
Jackson tries to buck Podolski off but Podolski is having none of it.#T3#
Jackson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Podolski is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Jackson tries to reverse the position but Podolski maintains control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Jackson preventing the sweep.
Jackson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jackson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jackson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Podolski works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Jackson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jackson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Podolski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jackson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jackson passes Podolski's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Jackson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Jackson is looking to stall here but Podolski recovers full guard.
Jackson postures up.
Jackson postures up and lands a big shot to Podolski's brow.
Jackson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that DeShawn Jackson will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Podolski slips a straight right by Jackson.
Podolski takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Podolski changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson throws a chopping leg kick but Podolski manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Podolski walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jackson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jackson misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Jackson misses.
Podolski tries to move into range but Jackson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jackson throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Podolski tries a quick counter leg kick but Jackson is wise to it.
Jackson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jackson cracks Podolski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A lazy body kick from Podolski
and Jackson counters with a nice uppercut.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice body punch from Podolski.
Jackson throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range. #T1#
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
A jab from Jackson misses.
Podolski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jackson checks a low kick from Podolski.
Good shot there by Podolski.
Podolski slips a straight right by Jackson.
Podolski fakes the leg kick and cracks Jackson in the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Podolski.
Jackson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jackson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Jackson's shoulder, as Jackson tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Jackson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jackson looks to land a right hand but Podolski moved out of range.
Podolski looks for the body kick but Jackson saw that one coming.
Jackson is looking to counter punch.
Podolski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
Jackson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Podolski on the side of the head.
Podolski slips a straight right by Jackson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski slips a straight right by Jackson.
Jackson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Podolski's hands.
Jackson misses the jab.
Jackson throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jackson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jackson takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Podolski throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson moves out of range of the body kick.
A quick step to the side and Jackson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski misses the jab.
Podolski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jackson.
Podolski takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jackson blocks the body kick.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
Jackson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jackson scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski punishes Jackson's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
Jackson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Podolski takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Podolski lands with a good body shot.
Jackson scores with a jab to the head.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
DeShawn Jackson is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice defenses there by Jackson.
Jackson throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Podolski let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Jackson slips the punch.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski counters with a body kick.
Jackson blocks a jab.
Podolski scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Podolski lands a high kick!
Podolski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jackson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Podolski tries to move into range but Jackson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Podolski fakes the leg kick and cracks Jackson in the body.
Podolski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jackson looks to land a left hand but Podolski moved out of range nicely.
Jackson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Jackson slips the punch.
Podolski misses with a kick to the body.
Jackson misses with a straight right.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
Jackson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Podolski takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
Jackson checks the leg kick nicely there.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
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 DeShawn Jackson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Jackson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
Podolski throws the kick towards the body but Jackson avoids it.
Jackson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Jackson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski throws the left hand but Jackson avoids the punch easily.
Podolski pushes Jackson away with a front kick.
Jackson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A big right from Podolski misses.
Jackson fires out a quick counter leg kick but Podolski just manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 Jackson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jackson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jackson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice defenses there by Podolski.
Podolski on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jackson. Jackson obviously looking to wear him down.
Podolski throws the kick towards the body but Jackson avoids it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Podolski blocks a jab.#T1#
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Podolski swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
Podolski keeps Jackson at a distance using the push kick.
Podolski lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD#
Jackson drives through with a takedown into Podolski's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Podolski utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Jackson postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Podolski is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Jackson, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Jackson working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Podolski has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Jackson actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Podolski slows the pace down in half guard.
Jackson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
DeShawn Jackson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jackson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Podolski postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Jackson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Podolski is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Jackson looking for a sweep. Not yet Jackson, not yet.
Jackson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Podolski is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jackson looking to control. #SUB#
Jackson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Podolski defends well.
Jackson trying to keep a closed guard but Podolski is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#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.
Jackson thuds a left hand into Podolski's body.
Podolski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Podolski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jackson counters with a right hand to the body.
Jackson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jackson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Podolski connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jackson. Jackson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT2#
It looks like DeShawn Jackson has been cut.
Jackson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jackson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
Jab by Jackson.
Jackson throws a good cross that connects.
Jackson throws a looping overhand right but Podolski ducks down to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Michail Podolski.
I think Jackson 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 29:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: OFC 408: Shamrock vs Reigns
Date: Mar 30, 2019

#R1#
Letaivu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski tries to bum rush Letaivu with a series of wild strikes but Letaivu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Podolski connects with a body shot.
Podolski digs a good body shot into Letaivu's ribs.
A slow jab from Podolski misses its intended target.
Letaivu takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Letaivu throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Letaivu manages to avoid it.
Letaivu throws a jab when Podolski was well out of range.
Letaivu throws a hook but Podolski avoids it easily.
Letaivu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski lands a nice looking body 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!
An inside leg kick lands from Podolski.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Letaivu.#T1#
Podolski throws a jab when Letaivu was well out of range.
Letaivu throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
Letaivu throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Letaivu manages to avoid it.
Podolski is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Letaivu rather than just go for the knockout.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Letaivu moves out of range as Podolski throws a body kick.
Letaivu misses with a looping left.
Podolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Letaivu definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Podolski throws a body punch but Letaivu moves out of range.
Letaivu takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Podolski moves into range and connects with a jab.
Letaivu lands with a nice body punch.
Letaivu has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Podolski.
Letaivu avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Letaivu ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Podolski lands a head kick. Letaivu smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Podolski is looking to slow Letaivu down with leg kicks. #T2#
Letaivu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It seemed like Podolski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Letaivu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Letaivu misses with a hook. Podolski ducked under it nicely.
Letaivu digs a good hook to Podolski's body.
Podolski throws a jab when Letaivu was well out of range.
The crowd cheers as Letaivu lands an impressive looking overhand right. Podolski doesn't seem phased though.
Letaivu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Letaivu backing away here, and Podolski unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Letaivu checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Good shot there by Letaivu.
Podolski takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Letaivu swinging wildly here.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Podolski.
Letaivu moves out of range as Podolski strikes.#T3#
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski defending well as Letaivu loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Podolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Podolski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Letaivu misses the jab.
Podolski takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A good leg kick by Podolski.
Podolski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Letaivu moves out of range of the body kick.
Letaivu throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Letaivu is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Podolski.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Letaivu.
Decent striking displayed by Letaivu there.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Letaivu throws out a powerful jab.#T4#
Podolski slips a jab and a cross from Letaivu.
A big right from Podolski misses.
Letaivu blocks a jab.
Letaivu misses with a few strikes there.
Letaivu connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Podolski uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Podolski fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Letaivu is out of range.
A good leg kick by Podolski.
Letaivu jabs Podolski right on the nose. Podolski blinks but takes it well.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Letaivu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Letaivu takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Letaivu fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Podolski lands a body shot.
Podolski misses with a looping right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Michail Podolski will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Podolski blocks a jab.
Podolski now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Letaivu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Letaivu slips a straight right by Podolski.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Letaivu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Letaivu.
Letaivu lands a glancing blow to the side of Podolski's head.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Podolski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Podolski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Letaivu has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Letaivu misses with an uppercut.
A slow jab from Podolski misses its intended target.
Nice cross by Podolski.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Letaivu was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
A little feinted left hand from Letaivu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Letaivu tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Podolski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Podolski takes one to the side of the head.
Letaivu doesn't manage to clinch there - Podolski circles away. #T1#
Nice body punch from Podolski.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Letaivu takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Letaivu fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Podolski scores with a hook to the body. Letaivu takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Podolski.
An inside leg kick lands from Podolski.
Podolski ducks right into an uppercut from Letaivu.
Letaivu connects with a body shot that sends Podolski's belly button to the back.
Letaivu tries to clinch up but Podolski circles away and keeps his distance.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Podolski stuns Letaivu with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Letaivu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Letaivu misses the jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski fakes the leg kick and cracks Letaivu in the body.
Podolski slips a straight right by Letaivu.#T2#
Letaivu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Podolski throws a leg kick which misses Letaivu's front leg but catches the back leg as Letaivu tries to avoid it.
Letaivu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Podolski throws a leg kick that misses.
Podolski throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Letaivu on the side of the head.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Letaivu defending well as Podolski loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski throws a jab when Letaivu was well out of range.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Letaivu wants to slow Podolski down by chopping away at his legs.
Podolski lands with a nice body kick.
Letaivu misses with a body shot.
Podolski blocks a jab.#T3#
Letaivu gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Letaivu. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski lands a nice looking body shot.
Podolski throws out a powerful jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Letaivu. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Letaivu connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Letaivu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Letaivu slips the punch.
Podolski tries to score with a low kick but Letaivu moves his leg out of the way.
Podolski lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Letaivu throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski scores with a shot to the body.
Podolski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Letaivu.
Podolski on the wrong end of a nice 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!
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Letaivu was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Letaivu is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Podolski, right into the meat. #T4#
Podolski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Podolski slips under a jab.
Podolski lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Letaivu backs up against the cage.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Letaivu moved out of range.
It looked like Letaivu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A big right from Podolski misses.
A good leg kick by Podolski.
Podolski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Letaivu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Letaivu misses with a wild body shot.
Letaivu swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Podolski counters with a leg kick.
Letaivu scores with a sloppy right hand. Podolski should have avoided that one.
Letaivu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Letaivu moves in looking to clinch but Podolski pushes him off.
Podolski throws out a counter right but Letaivu avoids it with no problem.
The crowd cheers as Podolski lands an impressive looking overhand right. Letaivu doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Letaivu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Podolski throws a series of punches but Letaivu moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski 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#
Podolski cracks Letaivu with an open hand slap.
Letaivu avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Podolski slips a jab from Letaivu.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Letaivu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Letaivu shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Podolski lands with a cross.
The fighters circling - Letaivu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Podolski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Podolski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice defenses there by Letaivu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Letaivu ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski throws a leg kick
and Letaivu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Podolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Letaivu misses with the combination. #T1#
Letaivu moves forwards but Podolski connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Letaivu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Podolski moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Podolski tries to bum rush Letaivu with a series of wild strikes but Letaivu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A looping hook to the body misses from Letaivu. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Letaivu looks to land a combination. Podolski sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Letaivu drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Letaivu throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Letaivu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Podolski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Letaivu.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Letaivu was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Letaivu avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Letaivu throwing a counter right hand but Podolski manages to avoid it.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Letaivu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Letaivu scores with a hook.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Letaivu might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Podolski swings for the body but Letaivu moves out of range.
Letaivu is looking to counter the offense by Podolski and move into the clinch.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Letaivu manages to avoid it.
Pascal Letaivu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Letaivu misses with a body shot.
Podolski drops his hands momentarily and Letaivu takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Podolski changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Letaivu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Letaivu swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A shot to the body from Podolski misses
and Letaivu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Letaivu slips the punch.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Letaivu moves away.
Podolski lands with a right hand.
Letaivu walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Letaivu connects with a good right hand that stumbles Podolski. Podolski circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T3#
Podolski slips a straight right by Letaivu.
Podolski lands a slapping body shot.
Podolski listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Letaivu cracks Podolski with a good jab.
Jab, jab by Podolski - just one landing.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Letaivu manages to avoid it.
Letaivu is looking to counter punch.
Letaivu jabs Podolski right on the nose. Podolski blinks but takes it well.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Letaivu looks to land a combination but Podolski avoids it well.
Letaivu throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Letaivu on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Letaivu with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Podolski to score with a decent uppercut.
Podolski scores with a 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 decent looking body kick lands there for Podolski.
Letaivu has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Podolski.
Letaivu will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#T4#
Letaivu throws a body shot but no joy.
An inside leg kick lands from Podolski.
Letaivu looks to land a right hand but Podolski moved out of range.
Podolski scores with a shot to the body.
Letaivu moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Letaivu takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Letaivu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Podolski with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Podolski throws a good cross that connects.
Letaivu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski looks for the body kick but Letaivu saw that one coming.
Letaivu scores with a punch to the head.#CUT#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
Podolski takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Letaivu throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Podolski 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
A victorious Michail Podolski thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: OFC 403: Venom
Date: Feb 16, 2019

#R1#
Wills Jr swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Podolski fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Wills Jr is out of range.
Wills Jr throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Wills Jr sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Wills Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski misses with a hook.
A cross from Wills Jr lands.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Wills Jr's shoulder, as Wills Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski blocks a head kick by Wills Jr.
Nice body punch from Podolski.
Wills Jr misses with a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski throws a front kick aimed at Wills Jr's knee but Wills Jr avoids it well.
Podolski tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A leg kick checked by Wills Jr.
Podolski fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wills Jr on the side of the head.
Podolski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Wills Jr's calf.
Wills Jr moves out of range of the leg kick from Podolski.
Nice body punch from Wills Jr. #T1#
A jab from Wills Jr does it's job there.
Podolski lands a nice hook to Wills Jr's body. Wills Jr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A nice leg kick lands there from Wills Jr.
A leg kick checked by Podolski.
Podolski takes a swing at Wills Jr's ribcage but misses.
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wills Jr throws a leg kick but Podolski sees it coming and moves out of range.
Podolski throws a wild body kick that Wills Jr sees coming a mile off.
Wills Jr checks the leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Podolski.
Wills Jr is looking to score with low kicks.
Wills Jr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Podolski raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Wills Jr connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A low kick from Wills Jr is predictable there
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Podolski.
Wills Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Podolski is trying to counter with his kicks.
Wills Jr misses with a jab, cross combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A chopping leg kick lands by Podolski. #T2#
Podolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Podolski bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski throws a head kick but Wills Jr moves out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Podolski.
Podolski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Podolski wants to slow Wills Jr down by chopping away at his legs.
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Podolski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Podolski scores with a shot to the body.
Podolski fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Wills Jr checks it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Wills Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wills Jr with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Wills Jr is out of range.
Wills Jr throws a front kick that sends Podolski stumbling back into the cage.
Podolski connects with a jab.
Wills Jr thumps Podolski with a low kick.
Wills Jr looks to land a left hand but Podolski moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Wills Jr.
Wills Jr throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Wills Jr lands with an uppercut that bounces Podolski off the cage and back into range.
Podolski misses with a looping left.
A slapping leg kick lands for Podolski.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wills Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Wills Jr lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Podolski cracks Wills Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Podolski slips a straight right by Wills Jr.
Podolski slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Wills Jr walks forward, straight into a front kick from Podolski.
Wills Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
A little feinted left hand from Wills Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wills Jr throws a big shot that misses.
A good leg kick by Podolski.
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!
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Podolski lands a front kick.
Wills Jr attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Wills Jr lands a really nice looking cross but Podolski seems unphased. #T4#
Wills Jr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Podolski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Podolski cracks Wills Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Good work by Wills Jr as he checks the leg kick.
Wills Jr walks into a jab.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Podolski lands with a shot to the body.
Wills Jr throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Podolski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Wills Jr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Podolski misses with a few strikes there.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Wills Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Wills Jr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Podolski. That did some damage!
Podolski checks the leg kick nicely there.
Podolski lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wills Jr connects with a single shot there.
A bone on bone clash there as Podolski blocks the leg kick.
Wills Jr throws a leg kick but Podolski moved away.
Wills Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Podolski throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Wills Jr is looking to clinch.
Wills Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
Podolski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
It appears Wills Jr was looking to counter with a kick there.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Wills Jr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Podolski looks to land a left hand but Wills Jr moved out of range nicely.
Wills Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski lets loose with a powerful body kick. Wills Jr will feel that in the morning.
Wills Jr throws a front kick that sends Podolski stumbling back into the cage.
Wills Jr throws a lazy uppercut
and Podolski counters with a nice uppercut.
Podolski digs a good hook to Wills Jr's body.
Podolski misses with a hook. Wills Jr ducked under it nicely.
Podolski throws a head kick that misses.
Wills Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Wills Jr checks a leg kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Wills Jr misses its target.
Wills Jr checks a leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Wills Jr lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T1#
Wills Jr avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Wills Jr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Wills Jr might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Wills Jr throws a front kick aimed at Podolski's knee but Podolski avoids it well.
Podolski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A nice inside leg kick there by Podolski. That's going to slow Wills Jr down.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Wills Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A lazy left from Podolski finds it's target.
Podolski blocks a head kick by Wills Jr.
A head kick misses from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A shot to the liver by Podolski. Beautiful body shot.
Wills Jr misses with a body kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr throws a low kick, looking for Podolski's leg but Podolski calmly moves out of range.
A solid body kick from Podolski.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Podolski throws a front kick aimed at Wills Jr's knee but Wills Jr avoids it well.
Wills Jr avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T2#
Podolski with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Wills Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Podolski scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski scores with a nice body kick.
Wills Jr connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Podolski takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wills Jr.
Podolski 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.
Podolski scores with a jab to the body.
Wills Jr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
An inside leg kick from Podolski misses.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A solid body kick from Wills Jr.
Wills Jr with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wills Jr lands a leg kick that knocks Podolski off balance momentarily.
A big right from Podolski misses.
Wills Jr cracks the inside of Podolski's front leg. #T3#
Podolski lands a body shot.
Wills Jr throws a hook but Podolski blocks it.
Podolski throws a fast counter high kick but Wills Jr manages to duck under it in time.
Wills Jr slips under a jab.
Podolski takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Wills Jr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Wills Jr scores with the left hand. Podolski knows he should have avoided that one.
Wills Jr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Podolski checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Podolski appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Podolski with a hook.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick from Wills Jr.
Podolski fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Wills Jr checks it well.
Wills Jr throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Wills Jr misses the target.
A punch lands to the side of Wills Jr 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Wills Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Podolski shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A shot to the liver by Podolski. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Wills Jr.
A chopping leg kick lands by Wills Jr.
Wills Jr misses with a double jab.
Wills Jr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Podolski is out of range and Wills Jr settles back down.
Wills Jr's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Wills Jr looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Podolski let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Wills Jr avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Wills Jr connects with a leg kick. Podolski looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Podolski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Wills Jr has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wills Jr will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Podolski throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A thudding body kick lands there by Wills Jr!
Podolski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick.
Podolski replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Wills Jr blocks it well.
Wills Jr staying out of range there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wills Jr throws a solid leg kick but Podolski takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Wills Jr.
Podolski fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Wills Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Wills Jr throws a big counter combination but Podolski scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Podolski shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Michail Podolski will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski misses with a hook.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Wills Jr crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Podolski - the referee stops the clock and Wills Jr gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Podolski. Wills Jr manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Wills Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Wills Jr throws a wild body kick that Podolski sees coming a mile off.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Wills Jr crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Podolski - the referee stops the clock and Wills Jr gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Podolski. Wills Jr manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wills Jr moves away.
Wills Jr misses with a body shot.
Wills Jr moves into range and connects with a jab.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Wills Jr sees it coming and moves out of range.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wills Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Wills Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Wills Jr scores with a leg kick.
Wills Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Podolski takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Wills Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Podolski is looking to score with low kicks.
Podolski motions for Wills Jr to come forward. Podolski throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Wills Jr goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Wills Jr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Wills Jr moved out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Podolski. That snapped Wills Jr's head back.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wills Jr scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Podolski lands with a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Wills Jr throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Podolski blocks a low kick nicely.
Wills Jr fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wills Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Podolski.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski lands a nice hook to Wills Jr's body. Wills Jr takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Wilson Wills Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wills Jr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Podolski lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Wills Jr looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Wills Jr throws a push kick but Podolski slaps the foot to one side.
Podolski works the jab nicely.
Wills Jr moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Wills Jr half committed to a counter leg kick.
Wills Jr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Podolski misses with a hook.
Podolski cracks Wills Jr with a good jab.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Podolski.
Wills Jr's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Wills Jr duly obliges.
Podolski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A lazy left from Podolski finds it's target.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Wills Jr's shoulder, as Wills Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski moves out of range of the leg kick from Wills Jr.#T3#
Wills Jr motions for Podolski to come forward. Wills Jr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice uppercut lands for Podolski. That snapped Wills Jr's head back.
Podolski throws a head kick but Wills Jr moves out of range.
Wills Jr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wills Jr has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Podolski keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Wills Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Wills Jr's calf.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wills Jr misses with an uppercut. Podolski saw that one coming.
Podolski swings for the body but Wills Jr moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Wills Jr misses the target.
Wills Jr misses with a jab, cross combination.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Wills Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wills Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Podolski.
Wills Jr takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T4#
Wills Jr is looking to chop away at Podolski's legs.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Podolski jabs Wills Jr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wills Jr lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Podolski throws a nice outside leg kick.
Wills Jr looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Wills Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Podolski can pounce on him.
Both fighters circling a little - Wills Jr finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Podolski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
Podolski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Wills Jr looks to land a body kick but Podolski moved away.
Wills Jr throws a front kick aimed at Podolski's knee but Podolski avoids it well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wills Jr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Podolski is out of range and Wills Jr settles back down.
Podolski tries to land a front kick but Wills Jr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Podolski lands a jab to Wills Jr's midsection.
Wills Jr looks to land a right hand but Podolski moved out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Podolski 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
After winning the bout, Michail Podolski thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: OFC 400: Bosch vs Sigit
Date: Jan 19, 2019

#R1#
Podolski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Letaivu.
A telegraphed right hand from Letaivu misses the target.
Podolski changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski takes a swing at Letaivu's ribcage but misses.
Podolski cracks Letaivu with a right hand to the side of the head.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Podolski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Letaivu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Podolski scores with a decent looking hook.
Podolski digs a good hook to Letaivu's body.
Podolski thows a leg kick but Letaivu checks it
and Letaivu counters with a nice body shot.
Podolski has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Letaivu walks into a left hand.
Letaivu moves out of range as Podolski throws a body kick.
Podolski misses the jab.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice cross by Letaivu.
Podolski slips under a jab from Letaivu.#T1#
Letaivu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Letaivu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski misses with a leg kick
and Letaivu counters with a nice uppercut.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Letaivu slips the punch.
Letaivu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Podolski throws a low kick but Letaivu moves out of range easily.
Podolski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Podolski jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#CL#
Podolski rushes Letaivu and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Letaivu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've been informed that Letaivu 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.
Podolski lands a right hand.
Letaivu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Podolski lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Letaivu.
Letaivu has a couple of punches blocked by Podolski.
Letaivu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Podolski throws a punch but it's blocked by Letaivu.
Podolski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Podolski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Podolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Letaivu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right hand to the body from Podolski.
A nice left hand lands by Letaivu.
Letaivu cracks Podolski with a nice body shot.
Podolski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Letaivu lands with a short shot to the head.
Letaivu blocks a body shot from Podolski.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Letaivu.
Podolski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Letaivu misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Letaivu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Letaivu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Letaivu misses with a body punch.
Letaivu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Podolski digs a right hand underneath Letaivu's ribcage. Letaivu let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A left hand lands to the body for Podolski.
Letaivu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Podolski fails to land.
Letaivu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Podolski lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Letaivu or not. #T3#
Podolski can't find room to land a body shot as Letaivu controls the action.
Letaivu gets through Podolski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Letaivu scores with a shot to the side of Podolski's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Letaivu.
Podolski tries a body shot but Letaivu blocks it.
Podolski throws a head punch that misses.
Letaivu has a couple of punches blocked by Podolski.
A short right from Letaivu.
Letaivu presses Podolski against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nice body punch from Letaivu - that landed with a thud.
Podolski tries a body shot but Letaivu blocks it.
Letaivu lands an uppercut.
Letaivu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Podolski backwards.
Podolski misses with a hook from the clinch.
Letaivu scores with a shoulder strike.
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!
Podolski swings wildly with an uppercut but Letaivu uses good head movement to avoid it.
A shot in the inside from Letaivu.
Letaivu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Letaivu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Letaivu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Podolski has a couple of punches blocked by Letaivu.
Letaivu lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Podolski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Podolski lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Podolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Podolski.
Podolski blocks an uppercut.
Letaivu throws a punch but it's blocked by Podolski.
Podolski lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Letaivu.
Letaivu tries to work over Podolski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Letaivu working aggressively here.
Podolski tries to work over Letaivu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Letaivu misses with a punch on the inside.
Letaivu misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Letaivu blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Letaivu.
Podolski lands a right hand that snaps the head of Letaivu backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Letaivu.
Letaivu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pascal Letaivu will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Letaivu walks into a left hand.
Podolski throws a hook but Letaivu avoids it easily.
Letaivu feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Podolskis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Letaivu takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Podolski clinches up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Podolski.
Letaivu misses with a punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Podolski.
Podolski lands with a left to the head.
Still in the clinch, Letaivu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Letaivu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Podolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Letaivu tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
Podolski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Podolski misses with a body punch.
Letaivu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Podolski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Letaivu controls his hands. #T1#
Letaivu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Podolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Letaivu has a couple of punches blocked by Podolski.
Letaivu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Letaivu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Podolski tries to work over Letaivu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Letaivu digs a right hand underneath Podolski's ribcage. Podolski let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Letaivu in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Nice body punch from Letaivu - that landed with a thud.
Letaivu tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
A short right from Letaivu on the inside.
Letaivu tries to work over Podolski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Letaivu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Letaivu can't find room to land a body shot as Podolski controls the action.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Podolski.
Podolski misses with some punches.
Podolski working aggressively here.
Letaivu throws a head punch that misses.
Letaivu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Letaivu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Podolski is working Letaivu over against the cage.#T2#
Podolski scores with a hook to the body.
Podolski tries a body shot but Letaivu blocks it.
Podolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Letaivu controls his hands.
Letaivu lands a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Letaivu.
Letaivu misses with the head strike.
Letaivu lands with a short shot to the head.
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Letaivu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Podolski blocks an uppercut.
Podolski scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Podolski.
Podolski swings wildly with an uppercut but Letaivu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Letaivu misses with the head strike.
Letaivu tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
Podolski lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Letaivu.
Podolski can't find room to land a body shot as Letaivu controls the action.
Podolski blocks a body shot from Letaivu.
Letaivu scores with a nice hook to the head.#T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Letaivu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Podolski misses with a punch on the inside.
Podolski throws a head punch that misses.
Podolski misses with a punch on the inside.
Letaivu blocking some punches.
A right handed body shot lands from Podolski.
Podolski tries to work over Letaivu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Letaivu on the inside.
Podolski blocking some punches.
Podolski misses with some punches.
Podolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Letaivu controls his hands.
Podolski misses with some punches.
Letaivu is leaning against Podolski and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Letaivu lands a shot to the body.
Letaivu throws a punch but it's blocked by Podolski.
Letaivu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Podolski's elbow.
Letaivu blocking some punches.
Letaivu pushes Podolski back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Podolski gets through Letaivu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
Letaivu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Podolski misses with a punch on the inside.
Podolski tries a body shot but Letaivu blocks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Letaivu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Podolski can't find room to land a body shot as Letaivu controls the action.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body.
Letaivu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Podolski lands a body shot.
Podolski misses with a body punch.
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Letaivu blocking some punches.
Podolski tries to work over Letaivu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Letaivu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Podolski misses with the head strike.
Podolski tries to work over Letaivu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Podolski lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Letaivu misses with the head strike.
Podolski tries a body shot but Letaivu blocks it.
Podolski lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pascal Letaivu will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Letaivu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Letaivu looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Letaivu on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Podolski. Podolski obviously looking to wear him down.
Podolski fakes the leg kick and cracks Letaivu in the body.
Letaivu blocks a leg kick.
Podolski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Letaivu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Letaivu throws a right hand that misses
and Podolski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Podolski misses with a straight left.
Podolski thumps Letaivu with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Letaivu.
Podolski walks into a straight right hand from Letaivu.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice inside leg kick there by Podolski. That's going to slow Letaivu down.
Jab from Podolski.#T1#
Podolski paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A low kick from Podolski misses
enabling Letaivu to counter with a crisp jab.
Letaivu moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Podolski misses with a left hand
letting Letaivu counter with a right hand.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Letaivu misses with a body punch
and Podolski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Letaivu works Podolski's body with a nice hook.
Letaivu slips under a jab from Podolski.
Letaivu missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Letaivu just misses with a punch to the body.
Letaivu takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Podolski walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Letaivu checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Letaivu lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Letaivu checks a leg kick nicely.
Podolski lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Letaivu keeps the fight on the outside.
The crowd cheers as Podolski lands an impressive looking overhand right. Letaivu doesn't seem phased though.
Podolski tests Letaivu's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Letaivu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Letaivu works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Letaivu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Letaivu misses the jab.
Podolski needs to keep his hands up - Letaivu had a free shot at his head there.
Letaivu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
A jab from Letaivu does it's job there.
Podolski misses with a jab to the body
and Letaivu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Michail Podolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Letaivu defending well as Podolski loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Letaivu scores with a shot to the body.
Podolski throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Letaivu to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Letaivu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Letaivu.
Letaivu bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Podolski's head.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Letaivu.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Letaivu.
Letaivu steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Podolski. That one must have hurt.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Letaivu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Letaivu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Letaivu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Letaivu moved out of range.
Letaivu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Podolski throws a low kick but it's checked well by Letaivu.
Letaivu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Letaivu misses with a looping left.
Podolski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Podolski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Letaivu counters with a three punch combo that has Podolski backing up. Podolski nods at Letaivu to acknowledge the strikes.#T4#
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Letaivu manages to avoid it.
Letaivu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Letaivu moves away.
Pascal Letaivu is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Letaivu just misses with a punch to the body.
Letaivu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Letaivu misses with a hook. Podolski ducked under it nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski throws a hook but Letaivu avoids it easily.
Letaivu throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Podolski's corner calls for a 1-2. Podolski obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Letaivu looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Letaivu connects with a body shot that sends Podolski's belly button to the back.
Letaivu moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Letaivu throws a series of punches but Podolski avoids them all with ease.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Podolski looking to land some kicks to the body here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pascal Letaivu.
I've got Letaivu 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pascal Letaivu!
A very excited looking Pascal Letaivu made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: OFC 398: Genesis
Date: Jan 09, 2019

#R1#
Podolski buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Podolski.
Barbados missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A slow jab from Podolski misses its intended target.
Barbados unleashes a big counter combination but Podolski bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Podolski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Podolski scoring well with a low kick there.
Podolski lands a right hook to the body.
Barbados throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Podolski fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Barbados sees it coming and moves out of range.
Barbados takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Barbados throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CUT2#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
No joy there for Barbados, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but Barbados sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Barbados was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Barbados avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Barbados is looking for the big counter here.#T1#
Podolski misses with a straight right.
Barbados moves away from the strike by Podolski.
Barbados avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Donk. Podolski catches Barbados right on the button with a cross.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 Barbados has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Barbados and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Barbados takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Barbados throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Podolski wants to slow Barbados down by chopping away at his legs.
Barbados keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Barbados checks a low kick from Podolski.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Podolski 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.
Podolski moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Barbados ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski fails in his attempt to clinch. #T2#
Barbados throws a front kick that sends Podolski stumbling back into the cage.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbados misses with the combination.
A jab lands there for Podolski.
Podolski scores with the left hand. Barbados knows he should have avoided that one.
Barbados cracks Podolski with a right hand to the side of the head.
Podolski throws a low kick, looking for Barbados's leg but Barbados calmly moves out of range.
Barbados uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski jabs at Barbados's body.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barbados was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Barbados fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Barbados swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Podolski counters with an outside leg kick. #T3#
Podolski tries to clinch but Barbados moves away
and Barbados counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Good leg kick by Podolski there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Barbados takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Barbados throws a nice looking combination but Podolski bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Podolski misses with an attempted mid kick.
Despite the aggression on Barbados's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No joy there for Barbados, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
As Barbados backs away, Podolski returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Podolski lands a jab to the nose.
The fighters circling - Podolski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jab by Podolski.
Podolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Podolski lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A big left from Podolski misses.
Podolski lands a glancing blow to the side of Barbados's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barbados scores with a punch to the head.#T4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Podolski darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Podolski moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Podolski throws a nice outside leg kick.
Barbados looks to land a body kick but Podolski moved away.
Barbados ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Barbados is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Podolski with a body shot.
Podolski lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Barbados looks for the body kick but Podolski saw that one coming.
Barbados's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Barbados throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Podolski throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barbados was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbados moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski thuds his right hand into Barbados's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Podolski moves into range and connects with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michail Podolski's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Barbados throws a left and a right that both miss #CL#
and Podolski moves into the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Podolski as the two fighters clinch.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski works on Barbados's body with a couple of short punches.
Barbados prevents a body shot from Podolski.
Podolski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Barbados can do to turn this around?
Barbados can't break the clinch.
Podolski misses with a body punch.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Barbados avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Barbados looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Podolski lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Barbados.
Barbados can't break the clinch.
Podolski lands with a light punch inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Podolski lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Barbados backwards.
Barbados tries to break free but Podolski pushes him back against the cage.
Barbados blocks a body shot from Podolski.
Podolski swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Podolski as the two fighters clinch.
Podolski softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Barbados's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Barbados swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Podolski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice body punch from Podolski.
Podolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sloppy strikes from Barbados. Those never looked like landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Barbados. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
An inside leg kick lands from Podolski.
Podolski takes a swing at Barbados's ribcage but misses.
A shot to the liver by Podolski. Beautiful body shot.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Barbados gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T2#
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!
Podolski lands a nice shot that snaps Barbados's head back.
Podolski lands with an uppercut that bounces Barbados off the cage and back into range.
Barbados doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Podolski cracks a nice hook into Barbados's ribs.#CL#
Podolski has closed the distance and engaged Barbados in a clinch.
Podolski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Podolski lands a body punch in the clinch.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Barbados avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Podolski lands a nice shot to the body.
Podolski lands a right hand.
Podolski lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Podolski lands a left hand.
Barbados wants to get back to striking at distance but Podolski won't allow it. #T3#
Podolski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Barbados looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Podolski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Podolski.
Podolski lands with a right to the head.
Michail Podolski has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Podolski lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Podolski misses with a punch on the inside.
Podolski lands a nice uppercut.
Barbados blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Barbados blocks an uppercut.
Podolski cracks Barbados with a nice body shot.
Nice body punch from Podolski - that landed with a thud.
A right hook to the body lands for Podolski.
Barbados is breathing heavily.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Podolski lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Barbados backwards.
Podolski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Podolski fails to land.
Podolski keeps control of Barbados as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Podolski working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Podolski lands with a right to the head.
Barbados prevents a body shot from Podolski. #BC2#
Barbados escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Donk. Podolski catches Barbados right on the button with a cross.
Michail Podolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Podolski swings for the body but Barbados moves out of range.
Podolski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Barbados swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A big left from Podolski misses.
Barbados takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Podolski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Barbados tries a head kick but it misses.
Barbados takes one on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Michail Podolski's cut.
That's time! Podolski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Barbados misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from Podolski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Podolski bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Barbados's head.
Podolski pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Podolski moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBarbados.
Podolski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Podolski catches Barbados with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Barbados tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A slow jab from Podolski misses its intended target.
Barbados lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Podolski throws out a loose jab but Barbados uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barbados raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbados moves out of range of the leg kick from Podolski.
Barbados throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Barbados rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Podolski moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Podolski is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Barbados.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Barbados does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski darts in trying to clinch
and Barbados counters with a nice body shot.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Barbados.
Podolski gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Barbados counter with a right hand.
Podolski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Barbados.
Podolski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Barbados is just out of range.
Barbados throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Podolski counter with a right hand.
Barbados walks into a jab.#CL#
Podolski forces Barbados back against the cage and clinches.
Barbados tries to break free but Podolski pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
Podolski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Barbados is trying to push Podolski away but Podolski has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Barbados is trying to break the clinch but Podolski is controlling him.
Podolski lands with a short shot to the head.
Barbados has had enough of the clinch but Podolski keeps him there for the moment.
Podolski lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbados is trying to break the clinch but Podolski is controlling him.
Podolski pushes Barbados back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Podolski lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Barbados wants to break the clinch but can't.
Podolski throws a punch but it's blocked by Barbados.
Barbados is trying to break free.
Barbados is trying to push Podolski away but Podolski has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Podolski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Podolski.
Barbados blocking some punches. #T3#
Podolski is leaning against Barbados and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Barbados takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Podolski tries a body shot but Barbados blocks it.
Podolski lands a nice uppercut.
Barbados wants to get back to striking at distance but Podolski won't allow it.
Podolski swings wildly with an uppercut but Barbados uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good body shot from Podolski.
Podolski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Barbados is trying to force a seperation but Podolski has the dominant position.
Barbados wants to get back to striking at distance but Podolski won't allow it.
Barbados wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Podolski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbados is looking to break free of the clinch but Podolski has double underhooks.
Podolski works on Barbados's body with a couple of short punches.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Barbados avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage. #T4#
Barbados blocks a body shot from Podolski.
Podolski tries a body shot but Barbados blocks it. #BC2#
Barbados breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Podolski looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Barbados has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Podolski scores with a punch to the head.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Barbados throws a right and a left that Podolski avoids nicely.
Podolski lands a body shot.
Barbados throws a sloppy head kick and Podolski moves out of range easily.
Podolski fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from Barbados misses its intended target.
Aldo Barbados is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Podolski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Barbados's sensitive parts.
Barbados fails to land with a series of punches.
Aldo Barbados has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Podolski bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Podolski 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 30:26
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:26
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
Our winner, Michail Podolski, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: OFC 395: Shamrock vs Jackson
Date: Dec 22, 2018

#R1#
Zhai waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Podolski.
Podolski throws a lazy uppercut
and Zhai counters with a good low kick that Podolski was not able to check.
Zhai misses the jab.
Zhai finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Zhai lands a lovely overhand right.
Zhai fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Podolski uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Zhai is looking to slow Podolski down with leg kicks.
An inside leg kick lands from Zhai.
Podolski takes a swing at Zhai's ribcage but misses.
Zhai pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Zhai does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski cracks a nice hook into Zhai's ribs.
Zhai ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Zhai displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Zhai is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zhai fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Podolski is out of range.
Nice jab there from Podolski.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski throws a head kick that misses.
Zhai misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
Zhai lands with a nice body punch.
Podolski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Good shot there by Podolski.
Zhai lands a nice hook to Podolski's body. Podolski takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Podolski misses with a body punch
and Zhai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Podolski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Zhai to score with a decent uppercut.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zhai throws out the jab.
Zhai throws a nice outside leg kick.
Podolski connects with a right hand. Zhai shakes it off.
We've been told by Zhai's head coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A leg kick checked by Podolski.
Podolski swings widly with a right hand
and Zhai cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice uppercut there from Zhai.
Podolski 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.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Podolski crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Zhai - the referee stops the clock and Podolski gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Zhai. Podolski manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Zhai blocks a head kick by Podolski.
Podolski moves out of range as Zhai throws a body kick.
Podolski tries a quick counter leg kick but Zhai is wise to it.
Podolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
That kick from Zhai tenderised Podolski's leg. Podolski is trying to keep his angry face on.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Zhai thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Podolski if he has to take too many more of those.
Zhai slips under a jab from Podolski.
Podolski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Zhai looks for the body kick but Podolski saw that one coming.
Zhai goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses
and Zhai counters with a nice uppercut.
Zhai looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Zhai walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Podolski takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Podolski throws out a leg kick but Zhai moves out of range and Podolski only half commits.
A big right from Zhai misses.
Podolski slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Podolski lands with a slapping head kick.
Zhai is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Podolski wants to land a leg kick but Zhai is out of range.
Zhai appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Zhai.
Podolski thows a leg kick but Zhai checks it
and Zhai counters with a nice uppercut.
Zhai throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T3#
Podolski throws a leg kick that is checked
and Zhai counters with a straight right hand.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but Zhai sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Zhai tries to clinch but Podolski is having none of it.
Zhai staying out of range there.
Zhai looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nice cross by Podolski.
Podolski fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Zhai is out of range.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but Zhai sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Zhai takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
A clash of legs there as Zhai blocks the low kick.
Podolski stuns Zhai with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Podolski lands a jab to Zhai's midsection.
Zhai misses with a looping left.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick.
Podolski avoids the head kick by Zhai.
Zhai lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Podolski throws the left hand but Zhai avoids the punch easily.
Podolski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zhai comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Podolski 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Zhai is just out of range.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Podolski - that will leave a mark!
Zhai jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Zhai throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
Zhai lands with a cross.
Podolski lands a nice hook to Zhai's body. Zhai takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Zhai throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Podolski scores with a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Zhai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Zhai motions for Podolski to come forward. Zhai throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Zhai throws a leg kick but Podolski checks it.
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 Zang Zhai will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Zhai misses with a looping right.
Podolski throws a sloppy head kick and Zhai moves out of range easily.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
Zhai avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Nice defenses there by Podolski.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick.
A little jabbing left from Podolski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Podolski lands a body shot.
Zhai throws a quick inside leg kick.
Zhai will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The fighters circling - Podolski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Zhai keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Zhai ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Zhai was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Zang Zhai is winning the standup battle so far.
A telegraphed right hand from Zhai misses the target.
Zhai lands a nice looking body shot.
Podolski takes one on the button.
Podolski misses with a hook.
A jab lands there for Zhai.#T1#
Zhai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Podolski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Zhai looks for the body kick but Podolski saw that one coming.
Zhai throws a jab when Podolski was well out of range.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski swings for the body but Zhai moves out of range.
Zhai lands a lovely overhand right.
Zhai cracks Podolski with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Podolski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Zhai has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Podolski connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Zhai.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Podolski takes a swing at Zhai's ribcage but misses.
Podolski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Zhai.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zhai misses the jab.
Zhai takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T2#
That kick from Zhai tenderised Podolski's leg. Podolski is trying to keep his angry face on.
Zhai scores with a sloppy right hand. Podolski should have avoided that one.
Nice straight punches there by Podolski. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Podolski.
Zhai turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Crunch! Zhai slams his shin into Podolski's torso.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick.
Zhai tries to clinch up but Podolski circles away and keeps his distance.
Podolski unleashes a big counter combination but Zhai bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski throws a leg kick which misses Zhai's front leg but catches the back leg as Zhai tries to avoid it.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Zhai's shoulder, as Zhai tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Podolski lands with a nice body kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Podolski.
Zhai lands a lovely overhand right.
Zhai goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Zhai backing away here, and Podolski unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Podolski slips a straight right by Zhai.
Zhai waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Podolski.#T3#
Zhai throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Zhai on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Podolski. Podolski obviously looking to wear him down.
Zhai lunges at Podolski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Podolski's hand.
Zhai keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Podolski takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Zhai with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Podolski to score with a decent uppercut.
Decent striking displayed by Podolski there.
Podolski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Zhai.
Zhai throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The fighters circling - Zhai throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Zhai looks to throw the jab but Podolski is out of range.
A big left from Podolski misses.
Podolski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Zhai throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Michail Podolski 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!
Podolski connects with a jab.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Zhai is just out of range.#T4#
Zhai throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Podolski throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Zhai.
Podolski lands a high kick!
Podolski misses with a few strikes there.
Zhai fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
Podolski's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Zhai sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Zhai jabs Podolski right on the nose. Podolski blinks but takes it well.
Zhai moves out of range of the body kick.
And Zhai counters with a quick kick to the body but Podolski blocks it.
Zhai lands a lovely overhand right.
Zhai throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Zhai throws a jab but it's blocked by Podolski.
Zhai tries a low kick but Podolski avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target. #CL#
Zhai closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Podolski lands with a right to the head.
Zhai blocks an uppercut.
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 Zang Zhai 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Zhai swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Zhai ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski throws a right and a left that both miss.
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Zhai sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Zhai wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Zhai's shoulder, as Zhai tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Podolski gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Podolski with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 Zhai has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Zhai and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Podolski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Zhai cracks Podolski with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski jabs at Zhai's body.
Zhai takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Zhai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zhai misses with a hook.
Zhai misses with a hook.#T1#
Podolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Left hook, right uppercut from Podolski.
Zhai misses the shot to the body.
Podolski misses with a right hand
and Zhai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Zhai.
Podolski connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Podolski misses with a body kick.
Podolski scores with a three punch combo!
Podolski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Podolski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Podolski throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zhai keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Podolski checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A big right from Podolski misses.
Zhai fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Podolski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Zhai throws a series of punches but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski stuns Zhai with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Podolski takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Jab from Podolski.
Zhai walks into a left hand.
Zhai scores with the left hand. Podolski knows he should have avoided that one.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Zhai moved out of range.
Podolski fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Some bone on bone action there as Podolski checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Podolski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Zhais jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Podolski has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Zhai.
Zhai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski throws a low kick but Zhai moves out of range easily.
Podolski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Zhai misses with a body kick.
Podolski is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Podolski throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zhai.
Nice cross by Podolski.
A decent looking cross lands there for Podolski.#T3#
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski tries to move into range but Zhai moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Podolski stuns Zhai with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Zhai takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Zhai looks to land a body kick but Podolski moved away.
Podolski throws a hook to the side of Zhai's head but Zhai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Zhai buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Zhai missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Podolski throws a body punch but Zhai moves out of range.
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Zhai sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Zhai on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Zhai blocks the body kick.
Zhai takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Zhai turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
Zhai takes one to the chin there.
Zhai scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Podolski keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Zhai.
Podolski scores with a jab.
Zhai misses with a straight right.
Zhai takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Zhai saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Zhai on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Zhai avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Zhai connects with a body shot.
A solid body kick from Zhai.
Zhai fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Podolski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski throws a hook to the side of Zhai's head but Zhai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Zhai is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Podolski wants to land a leg kick but Zhai is out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Zhai 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 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Zang Zhai!
Our winner, Zang Zhai, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: OFC 393: Shamrock vs Zhai
Date: Dec 08, 2018

#R1#
Podolski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Jackson saw that one coming.
Podolski 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.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Good leg kick by Podolski there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Podolski lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jackson moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Jackson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Podolski wants to land a leg kick but Jackson is out of range.
Jackson misses with an uppercut. Podolski saw that one coming.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Podolski misses with a double jab
and Jackson counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jackson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jackson just manages to avoid it.
Jackson throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson.
Jackson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Podolski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jackson.
Podolski lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Jackson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Podolski on the side of the head.
Jackson misses with a low kick.
Podolski closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Podolski throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
Podolski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Jackson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Podolski swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Podolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Good work by Jackson as he checks the leg kick.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Podolski checks 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!
Podolski connects with a body shot.
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Jackson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Podolski.
As Jackson tries to get set, Podolski tries to push him back and clinch up but Jackson manages to avoid the attempt.#T2#
Jackson scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson misses with a looping left.
A counter left hand to the body from Podolski misses its target.
Podolski takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jackson connects with a jab.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Podolski misses the jab.
Jackson misses with a lunging right hand
and Podolski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jackson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Jackson duly obliges.
Jackson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
It looked like Podolski wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Podolski misses with a double jab.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski defending well as Jackson loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Jackson manages to circle out of the way.
Jackson scores with a jab to the head.
Podolski lands a nice shot that snaps Jackson's head back.
Podolski scores with the left hand. Jackson knows he should have avoided that one.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Jackson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T3#
Jackson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Podolski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Podolski wants to slow Jackson down by chopping away at his legs.
Jackson lands a jab.
Podolski jabs at Jackson's body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Podolski.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski digs a good hook to Jackson's body.
Jackson throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jackson swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Jackson slips a jab from Podolski.
Jackson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jackson slips under a jab.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski walks into a left hand.
Jackson throws a looping overhand right but Podolski ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson throws out a powerful jab.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jackson is out of range.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Jackson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Podolski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It appears Podolski was looking to counter with a kick there.
Jackson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Podolski had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Podolski wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Jackson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson throws a right hand that misses
and Podolski counters with a stiff right hand.
A punch lands to the side of Jackson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Jackson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A left and a right from Jackson both land. Nice combination.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jackson feints the counter takedown.
Podolski swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Podolski tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jackson is able to avoid easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jackson, as that shot connected.
Podolski throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
Podolski bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jackson's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but DeShawn Jackson will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Jackson works the jab nicely.
DeShawn Jackson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A punch lands to the side of Podolski 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Podolski fails to land with a series of punches.
Jackson only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jackson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Jackson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Podolski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Podolski slips a straight right by Jackson.
Jackson misses with a wild body shot.
Jackson scores with the left hand. Podolski knows he should have avoided that one.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Jackson.
Jackson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Podolski looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jackson digs a good hook to Podolski's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson with a nice cross.
Podolski throws a front kick that sends Jackson stumbling back into the cage.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson tries to move into range but Podolski moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A big right from Podolski misses. #T1#
Jackson connects with a crisp jab.
Jackson misses with a straight right.
Podolski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jackson under the eye.
Podolski misses with a looping right.
Jackson blocks a low kick nicely.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
Jackson lands a nice shot to the body.
Jackson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
Jackson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Podolski cracks Jackson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jackson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Jackson looks to throw the jab but Podolski is out of range.
Jackson misses with a body shot.
Podolski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Jackson counters with an outside leg kick.
Jackson throws a jab but it's blocked by Podolski.
A little feinted left hand from Podolski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Podolski throws the left hand but Jackson avoids the punch easily.
Jackson scores with a nice right hand.
A lazy left from Podolski finds it's target.
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jackson.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson.
Podolski misses with a leg kick
and Jackson counters with a straight right hand.
Podolski tests Jackson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
Podolski swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson throws an off balance right hand
and Podolski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
Sloppy strikes from Podolski. Those never looked like landing.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson.
Jackson dodges the punch combination from Podolski.
Podolski checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T3#
Jackson scores with a nice right hand.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Jackson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Podolski at a distance.
Jackson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Podolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Jackson missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Podolski looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Jackson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Podolski on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Podolski shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jackson eats them both and turns towards Podolski to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Jackson checks it.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson lands a nice looking body shot.
A cross from Jackson lands.#T4#
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski is looking to land body kicks.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski connects with a body shot that sends Jackson's belly button to the back.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Jackson ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A cross from Podolski lands.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson.
Jackson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
It seemed like Jackson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Podolski throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jackson.
Podolski misses with a right hand
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Podolski throws a big counter combination but Jackson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Podolski slips a straight right by Jackson.
A solid body kick from Podolski.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but DeShawn Jackson 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! This is the final round!
#R3#
Jackson swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski throws a right and a left that Jackson avoids nicely.
Podolski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Jackson moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like Jackson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jab by Jackson.
Podolski thows a body kick. Jackson tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Jackson cracks Podolski with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jackson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jackson.
Podolski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Podolski was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Podolski scores with a push kick.
Jackson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jackson throws a hook but Podolski avoids it easily.
Podolski connects with a high kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
Jackson throws a series of punches but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Podolski misses with a looping right.
Podolski fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jackson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Jackson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Podolski throws a leg kick that is checked
and Jackson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
Podolski misses with a series of wild punches.
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Jackson scores with a nice head shot.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jackson throws out the jab.
Jackson throws a jab but it's blocked by Podolski.
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
Podolski misses with a hook.
Jackson thows a leg kick but Podolski checks it
and Podolski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T2#
Jackson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jackson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jackson missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A swing and a miss from Jackson.
Podolski will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jackson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jackson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Podolski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
DeShawn Jackson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Podolski lands a body shot.
Podolski cracks Jackson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jackson staying out of range there.
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski needs to keep his hands up - Jackson had a free shot at his head there.
Podolski lands a head kick!
Jackson checks a low kick from Podolski.#T3#
Some wild striking there from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski lands a really nice looking cross but Jackson seems unphased.
A punch combination from Podolski misses. #TD2#
Jackson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Jackson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Jackson has hold of Podolski's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Podolski seems comfortable defending it but Jackson has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Podolski is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Podolski is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Jackson couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). DeShawn Jackson!
In his post fight interview, DeShawn Jackson started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: OFC 390: Shamrock vs Schmidt
Date: Nov 21, 2018

#R1#
Podolski misses with a hook.
Barbados throws a combination that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Barbados misses with the combination.
Barbados is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Barbados throws a series of punches but Podolski avoids them all with ease.
Barbados throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barbados moves forwards but Podolski connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Podolski throws a nice looking combination but Barbados bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Barbados tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Podolski is able to avoid easily.
Barbados lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT2#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
Podolski is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski scores with a jab to the jaw.
A bone on bone clash there as Barbados blocks the leg kick.
Podolski throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
A big right from Barbados misses.
Barbados takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barbados was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Podolski keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Podolski looks for the body kick but Barbados saw that one coming.
Podolski takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Barbados throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Podolski.
Podolski connects with a body shot.
Podolski throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Barbados displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Podolski throws a head kick that misses.
Barbados misses with a series of wild punches.
Podolski takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
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!
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barbados.
Barbados throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Barbados keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Podolski scores with a crisp jab that stopped Barbados in his tracks.
Nice defenses there by Barbados.
Podolski fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Podolski cracks Barbados with a right hand to the side of the head.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Barbados keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barbados unleashes a big counter combination but Podolski bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Barbados takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Barbados tries to bum rush Podolski with a series of wild strikes but Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Barbados tries to bum rush Podolski with a series of wild strikes but Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Podolski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Barbadoss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The fighters circle momentarily. Podolski darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Podolski lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Podolski throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#CL#
Podolski gets a clinch. #BC#
Podolski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Barbados throws a right and a left that both miss.#T3#
Podolski bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Barbados's head backwards.
Podolski scores with a leg kick.
Barbados throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Podolski counters with an outside leg kick.
A left and a right from Podolski both land. Nice combination.
Barbados checks a leg kick.
We've been informed that Barbados has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Barbados has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Podolski.
Podolski throws a head kick but Barbados moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Barbados.
Barbados keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barbados now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Podolski with a jab.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski tries to land a leg kick but Barbados saw it coming and moves away.
Barbados throws a sloppy head kick
and Podolski counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski throws a hook but Barbados blocks it.
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T4#
Podolski scores with a decent looking hook.
Podolski falls off balance throwing a combination
and Barbados counters with a series of strikes. Podolski will be more careful next time no doubt.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barbados.
Barbados is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A jab lands there for Podolski.
Barbados takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Barbados lands a head kick. Podolski smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Barbados takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Podolski throws a sloppy head kick and Barbados moves out of range easily.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barbados moves away.
Barbados on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Podolski. Podolski obviously looking to wear him down.
Podolski connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbados defending well as Podolski loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Podolski throws a body punch but Barbados moves out of range.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbados manages to avoid it.
Podolski drops his hands momentarily and Barbados takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michail Podolski's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Barbados slips under a jab from Podolski.
Podolski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Barbados under the eye.
Aldo Barbados is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Barbados motions for Podolski to come forward. Barbados throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Barbados will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Barbados misses with a looping right.
Podolski lands with a shot to the body.
Barbados misses with the combination.
Podolski lands with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Barbados 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 Podolski has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Podolski and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Barbados swinging wildly here.
No joy there for Podolski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Podolski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Barbados counters with a series of strikes. Podolski will be more careful next time no doubt.
Podolski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Barbados can do to turn this around?#T1#
Barbados swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barbados.
Podolski lands with a straight right. Barbados didn't see that one coming.
Podolski tests Barbados's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Podolski throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Barbados.
A head kick misses from Barbados.
Podolski tries to counter by clinching up but Barbados breaks away and moves out of range.
Barbados displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but Barbados sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Barbados 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.
Barbados throws a leg kick
and Podolski counters with a nice low kick that buckles Barbados's knee momentarily.
Podolski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Podolski throws a low kick, looking for Barbados's leg but Barbados calmly moves out of range.
Podolski scores with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbados throws a combination that misses
and Podolski counters with a three punch combo that has Barbados backing up. Barbados nods at Podolski to acknowledge the strikes.#T2#
Barbados loads up on a big right hand but Podolski slips the punch.
Podolski fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Barbados checks a leg kick.
Podolski throws a predictable looking body shot
and Barbados counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Barbados's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Barbados misses with a double jab.
Podolski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Barbados.
A jab from Barbados misses.
Podolski wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice shot lands for Podolski.
Podolski fakes the leg kick and cracks Barbados in the body.
Barbados takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Podolski scores with a leg kick.
Podolski jabs Barbados right on the nose. Barbados blinks but takes it well.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Nice defenses there by Barbados.#T3#
Barbados swinging wildly here.
Podolski looks for the body kick but Barbados saw that one coming.
Barbados thuds a left hand into Podolski's body.
Barbados swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Podolski.
Jab from Podolski.
Barbados lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Podolski circles away quickly and effectively.
Barbados thuds a left hand into Podolski's body.
Podolski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Barbados fails to land with a series of punches.
Podolski throws a push kick but Barbados slaps the foot to one side.
Barbados throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Podolski sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Barbados falls off balance throwing a combination
and Podolski counters with a good low kick that Barbados was not able to check.
Barbados walks into a stiff left hand from Podolski.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski lands with a hook. Barbados tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Barbados shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Barbados takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A lazy left from Podolski finds it's target.
Barbados misses with a series of wild punches.
Podolski appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Podolski lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Barbados is just out of range.
Barbados looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Barbados throws a right hand that Podolski ducks under and follows up with a left that Podolski also avoids with ease.
Podolski throws out a powerful jab.
Podolski misses with a series of wild punches.
Barbados throws a counter combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Michail Podolski's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Barbados throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Podolski connects with a right hand. Barbados shakes it off.
Barbados has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Barbados keeps the fight on the outside.
Podolski is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Barbados.
A big left from Podolski misses.
Barbados avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Barbados is looking for the big counter here.
Michail Podolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Podolski blocks the body kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Podolski. That's going to slow Barbados down.
Barbados throws a looping overhand right but Podolski ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski throws a predictable looking body shot #KD2#
and Barbados counters with a crisp one two that drops Podolski! Barbados thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Podolski to his feet! Podolski is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Podolski is rocked!#CUT2#
Michail Podolski's cut is getting worse.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Barbados throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Podolski appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Oh Podolski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Podolski lands a leg kick that knocks Barbados off balance momentarily.
Barbados tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Podolski seems to have got his legs back now.
Podolski dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Barbados. That did some damage!
Barbados avoids the body shot from Podolski. #T1#
Podolski tests Barbados's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Barbados.
Barbados takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Barbados misses with a series of wild punches.
Barbados throws a head kick that misses
and Podolski counters with an outside leg kick. #CL#
Podolski closes the distance and clinches.
Barbados blocking some punches.
Podolski pushes Barbados back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
I was talking to Podolski's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Barbados avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Barbados looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Podolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Barbados controls his hands.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Podolski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Podolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Podolski.
Barbados prevents a body shot from Podolski.
Barbados is trying to break the clinch but Podolski is controlling him.
A shot in the inside from Podolski. #BC#
Podolski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Podolski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbados moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CL#
Podolski gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A short right from Podolski.
A nice right hand lands inside from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Podolski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A left and a right from Barbados both land. Nice combination.
Barbados stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Podolski.
Podolski lands with a cross. #T3#
Podolski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Barbados lands a high kick!
Podolski moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Barbados gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Podolski.
Barbados just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CUT2#
Michail Podolski's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Barbados throws a poor cross that misses
and Podolski counters with a nice uppercut.
Barbados displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Barbados throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Podolski counters by clinching up.
Podolski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Barbados's elbow.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Podolski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Podolski lands a hook that snaps the head of Barbados backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A frustrated look appears on Barbados's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Podolski digs a right hand underneath Barbados's ribcage. Barbados let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Barbados takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Podolski.
Barbados takes a shot to the head.
Podolski lands a body shot.
Podolski throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Podolski scores with a shoulder strike.
Podolski fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Podolski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Barbados misses with a hook to the body
and Podolski counters with a stiff right hand.
Podolski with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Barbados throws a leg kick
and Podolski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Podolski bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Podolski has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Aldo Barbados has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Podolski 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
After winning the bout, Michail Podolski thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: OFC 388: Gray vs Garbutt II
Date: Nov 10, 2018

#R1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 Kapaldi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kapaldi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A good leg kick by Kapaldi.
Podolski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kapaldi.
Podolski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kapaldi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Kapaldi is just out of range.
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kapaldi throws a looping overhand right but Podolski ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski throws a hook but Kapaldi blocks it.
Kapaldi ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Podolski takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kapaldi lands a nice shot to the body.
Podolski 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.
Kapaldi throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kapaldi manages to avoid it.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kapaldi misses with a low kick.
Kapaldi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Podolski's sensitive parts.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Kapaldi. #T1#
Podolski digs a good body shot into Kapaldi's ribs.
Kapaldi lands a slapping body shot.
Podolski moves out of range as Kapaldi strikes.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kapaldi swinging wildly here.
That kick from Kapaldi tenderised Podolski's leg. Podolski is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kapaldi blocks a low kick nicely.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kapaldi.
Kapaldi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Podolski fakes the leg kick and cracks Kapaldi in the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kapaldi. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski throws a hook but Kapaldi blocks it.
Podolski walks into a stiff left hand from Kapaldi.
Podolski scores with a head kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kapaldi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Podolski counters with a nice body shot.
Podolski walks into a straight right hand from Kapaldi.#T2#
Kapaldi misses with a wild body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target.
Podolski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kapaldi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski connects with a nice looking jab.
Kapaldi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kapaldi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski takes a swing at Kapaldi's ribcage but misses.
Podolski lands with a slapping head kick.
Podolski cracks Kapaldi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Podolski shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kapaldi.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Podolski, right into the meat.
Podolski throws an off balance right hand
letting Kapaldi counter with a right hand.
Podolski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kapaldi counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Kapaldi misses the shot to the body.
Kapaldi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Podolski's hands.
Kapaldi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kapaldi ducks right into an uppercut from Podolski. #T3#
Kapaldi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kapaldi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kapaldi moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kapaldi checks a leg kick.
Kapaldi slips a straight right by Podolski.
Nice body kick there by Kapaldi.
Podolski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kapaldi's calf.
Podolski misses with a low kick as Kapaldi jumps back.
Podolski takes a swing at Kapaldi's ribcage but misses.
Kapaldi looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Kapaldi jabs Podolski to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kapaldi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Podolski takes a swing at Kapaldi's ribcage but misses.
Nice straight punches there by Kapaldi. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kapaldi.
Podolski jabs Kapaldi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
It seemed like Kapaldi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Kapaldi misses.
Kapaldi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T4#
Podolski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kapaldi.
Podolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kapaldi lands an overhand right.
Kapaldi tries to score with a low kick but Podolski moves his leg out of the way.
Kapaldi throws a leg kick that is checked
and Podolski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Podolski chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Podolski throws a hook to the side of Kapaldi's head but Kapaldi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Podolski tries to score with a low kick but Kapaldi moves his leg out of the way.
Nice body kick there by Kapaldi.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kapaldi.
Podolski swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
Kapaldi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Podolski counters with a right hand to the body.
Podolski lands with an uppercut that bounces Kapaldi off the cage and back into range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski digs a good hook to Kapaldi's body.
Kapaldi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kapaldi swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Kapaldi moved out of range.
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 Michail Podolski 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#
Podolski moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
A good leg kick by Kapaldi.
Kapaldi throws a wild body kick that Podolski sees coming a mile off.
A big right from Podolski misses.
Kapaldi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Podolski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Podolski has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kapaldi.
Kapaldi moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Kapaldi.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kapaldi in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Podolski throws a hook to the side of Kapaldi's head but Kapaldi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kapaldi avoids a kick to the body.
Kapaldi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Podolski defending well as Kapaldi loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski scores with a body shot.
Podolski staying out of range there.
A little feinted left hand from Podolski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kapaldi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kapaldi takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kapaldi.
Kapaldi throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Podolski counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kapaldi thinking. #T1#
Podolski dips to his left and cracks Kapaldi with an uppercut!
Kapaldi throws a body shot but no joy.
A cross from Podolski lands.
Kapaldi slips a straight right by Podolski.
Kapaldi throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Podolski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kapaldi misses with an attempted mid kick.
Podolski was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Kapaldi might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Podolski has got the better of the exchanges.
Kapaldi cracks Podolski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kapaldi moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Kapaldi just misses with a punch to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Podolski misses its target.
Kapaldi misses with a body shot.
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kapaldi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Podolski counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kapaldi's knee momentarily.
Podolski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kapaldi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Podolski scrambles back to his feet.
Podolski tests Kapaldi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Michail Podolski is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski takes a swing at Kapaldi's ribcage but misses.
Kapaldi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T2#
Kapaldi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Podolski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A lazy left from Podolski finds it's target.
Podolski blocks a jab.
Kapaldi misses with a body kick.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kapaldi misses with a body kick.
Kapaldi keeps Podolski at a distance using the push kick.
Kapaldi misses with a low kick.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. Kapaldi looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kapaldi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
Kapaldi ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Podolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kapaldi cracks the inside of Podolski's front leg.
Podolski scores with a nice body kick.
Podolski looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Podolski throws a body punch but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Kapaldi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kapaldi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Podolski throwing a counter right hand but Kapaldi manages to avoid it.#T3#
Kapaldi moves away from the strike by Podolski.
Kapaldi misses with a hook
and Podolski counters with a straight right hand.
Kapaldi tries to land a front kick but Podolski steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Podolski misses with a hook
and Kapaldi counters with a thumping low kick.
Podolski misses with a looping right.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Kapaldi ducks down to avoid it.
Kapaldi throws a shot to the body.
Podolski ducks under a wild hook from Kapaldi.
Podolski takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Kapaldi ducks down to avoid it.
Kapaldi misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski misses with a straight right.
Podolski lands with a cross.
Podolski tries a head kick but it misses.
Kapaldi replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Podolski blocks it well.
Kapaldi throws a front kick aimed at Podolski's knee but Podolski avoids it well.
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kapaldi. #T4#
A shot to the liver by Podolski. Beautiful body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kapaldi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kapaldi. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kapaldi counters with a stiff right hand.
Kapaldi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Podolski throws a sloppy body shot
and Kapaldi counters with a straight right hand.
Kapaldi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Podolski walks into a left hand.
Kapaldi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kapaldi feints and then cracks Podolski's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Podolski down.
Podolski takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kapaldi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Podolski scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski throws a leg kick which misses Kapaldi's front leg but catches the back leg as Kapaldi tries to avoid it.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick.
Podolski takes a swing at Kapaldi's ribcage but misses.
Kapaldi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
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 Michail Podolski 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski scores with a nice head shot.
Kapaldi looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Kapaldi scores with a nice body kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target.
Kapaldi throws out a counter right but Podolski avoids it with no problem.
Podolski will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kapaldi.
Kapaldi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kapaldi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kapaldi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kapaldi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kapaldi throws a hook but Podolski blocks it.
Kapaldi throws a body kick that misses
and Podolski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the liver by Podolski. Beautiful body shot.
Kapaldi misses with a shot to the body
and Podolski counters with a straight right hand.
Podolski lands a front kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kapaldi blocks a jab.
Kapaldi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kapaldi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Podolski lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kapaldi throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Kapaldi motions for Podolski to come forward. Kapaldi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski throwing a counter right hand but Kapaldi manages to avoid it.
Kapaldi throws a low kick but it's checked well by Podolski.
Kapaldi blocks a head kick by Podolski.
Kapaldi throws a leg kick
and Podolski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Podolski throws a shot to the body.
Podolski throws a head kick but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Kapaldi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kapaldi lands a nice hook to Podolski's body. Podolski takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kapaldi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kapaldi misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Podolski counter with a right hand.
Kapaldi misses with a looping right.
Podolski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kapaldi manages to avoid it.
Kapaldi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kapaldi lands a front kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Kapaldi counter with a right hand.
Pedro Kapaldi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Podolski misses with a leg kick
enabling Kapaldi to counter with a crisp jab.
Podolski throws a body punch but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Kapaldi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Kapaldi connects with a body shot that sends Podolski's belly button to the back.
Kapaldi throws a body shot but no joy.
Kapaldi throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Podolski was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kapaldi just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kapaldi. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
A slow jab from Kapaldi misses its intended target.
A slapping body kick lands there for Podolski.
Podolski scores with a leg kick.
Kapaldi misses with a head kick.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Podolski ducks under a wild hook from Kapaldi.
Podolski scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski ducks under a wild hook from Kapaldi.#T3#
Kapaldi lands with a thumping leg kick.
Podolski blocks a jab.
The crowd cheers as Podolski lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kapaldi doesn't seem phased though.
Kapaldi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kapaldi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Podolski lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kapaldi takes a step back to recover.
Podolski tests Kapaldi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kapaldi slips under a jab from Podolski.
Kapaldi flicks out a counter leg kick but Podolski steps away.
Kapaldi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nice shot by Kapaldi.#CUT2#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
Nice jab there from Podolski.
Kapaldi misses with a low kick.
Podolski lands a nice shot that snaps Kapaldi's head back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kapaldi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Podolski to counter with a crisp jab.
Podolski throws a head kick that misses.
Podolski chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T4#
Podolski throws a front kick that sends Kapaldi stumbling back into the cage.
Kapaldi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Podolski counters with a nice kick to the body.
Good shot there by Podolski.
Kapaldi walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kapaldi throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
Kapaldi throws a big shot that misses.
The fighters circling - Kapaldi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Podolski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Podolski, as that shot connected.
Kapaldi lands with an overhand left.
Nice body kick there by Kapaldi.
Podolski checks the leg kick nicely there.
Podolski connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kapaldi momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kapaldi chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Podolski misses with a looping right.
Kapaldi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kapaldi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Podolski 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
A victorious Michail Podolski thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: OFC 385: Flight
Date: Oct 27, 2018

#R1#
Ng takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Ng moved out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Ng misses the target.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Ng.
Podolski 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.
Podolski on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ng misses with a body shot
and Ng takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ng manages to avoid it.
Ng scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Podolski connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Podolski lands with a nice body punch.
Ng connects with a solid leg kick.
Ng jabs at Podolski's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ng ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ng.
Nice body kick there by Ng.
Ng is looking to slow Podolski down with leg kicks. #T1#
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Ng was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Podolski throws a jab when Ng was well out of range.
A slow jab from Ng misses its intended target.
And Podolski responds with a good body kick, but Ng manages to step out the way in time.
Ng throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Podolski feints a counter leg kick.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Ng's shoulder, as Ng tries to avoid the shot.
Ng swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Podolski sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Podolski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Podolski misses with a hook. Ng ducked under it nicely.
Ng thuds a left hand into Podolski's body.
Ng misses with a head kick.
Podolski blocks a jab.
A big left from Ng misses.
Ng swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ng pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T2#
Ng misses with a body kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ng, right into the meat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Ng does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab lands there for Podolski.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ng scores with a jab. Podolski acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Podolski throws a low kick but Ng moves out of range easily.
Ng uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ng fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Ng blocks a low kick nicely.
Ng checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Podolski crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Ng - the referee stops the clock and Podolski gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Ng. Podolski manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Jab by Ng.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick from Ng.
Ng is looking to slow Podolski down with leg kicks. #T3#
Ng lands an overhand right.
Ng lands with a hook. Podolski tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ng lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ng lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Podolski at a distance.
Ng ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ng throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Podolski.
Ng fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Good standup being displayed there by Ng as he connects with a hook.
Podolski checks a low kick from Ng.
Podolski throws a series of punches but Ng avoids them all with ease.
Ng throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ng moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Ng lands an overhand right.
Ng tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Ng.
Ng lands a lovely overhand right.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ng throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ng, right into the meat.
Podolski staying out of range there.
Ng throws a quick inside leg kick.
Podolski shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Podolski throws out a loose jab but Ng uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Ng on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A jab from Podolski misses.
Podolski chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ng can pounce on him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ng uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Charles Ng dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Ng looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Podolski tries a quick counter leg kick but Ng is wise to it.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ng throws out the jab.
Podolski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ng motions for Podolski to come forward. Ng throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ng misses with a wild body shot.
Ng darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ng uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Podolski has time to react.
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ng.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ng was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
It looked like Ng wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ng throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Ng looks to throw the jab but Podolski is out of range.
Ng misses with a left hand
and Podolski counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A slapping body kick lands there for Podolski.
Ng throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Ng takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ng throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ng moves out of range of the body kick.
Podolski tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ng is able to avoid easily.
Charles Ng is winning the standup battle so far.
Podolski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Podolski fakes the leg kick and cracks Ng in the body.
Podolski drops his hands momentarily and Ng takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A bone on bone clash there as Podolski blocks the leg kick.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ng moves away.
A shot to the liver by Ng. Beautiful body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Ng does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ng has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ng there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ng is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Podolski can do to turn this around?
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ng, as that shot connected.
Ng scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Podolski doesn't seem bothered though. #T2#
Podolski feints and then cracks Ng's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ng down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ng throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Good leg kick by Ng there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Ng with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Podolski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A slow jab from Ng misses its intended target.
Podolski fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Ng is out of range.
Ng is looking to chop away at Podolski's legs.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Podolski might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Ng has got the better of the exchanges.
A cross from Ng lands.
Ng throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
Ng takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ng throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Podolski throws out a counter right but Ng avoids it with no problem.
Ng displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab. #T3#
Ng misses with a low kick.
Podolski misses with a straight right.
Ng takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Ng as he connects with a hook.
Ng keeps Podolski at a distance using the push kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ng.
Ng swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Ng works the jab nicely.
Ng misses the shot to the body.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ng.
Ng misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Podolski lands a really nice looking cross but Ng seems unphased.
Podolski misses with an uppercut.
Ng is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Donk. Podolski catches Ng right on the button with a cross.#T4#
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ng swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski lands a jab to the nose.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ng misses with a body kick.
Podolski misses with a series of wild punches.
Ng fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Podolski on the side of the head.
Podolski takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ng misses with a head kick.
Ng lands a nice shot that snaps Podolski's head back.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Ng ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski swings for the body but Ng moves out of range.
Podolski checks a low kick from Ng.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Charles Ng 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#
Podolski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ng.
Podolski takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Ng's jab looks to have found its range, popping Podolski under the eye.
Ng swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Ng stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Podolski.
Ng throws a front kick aimed at Podolski's knee but Podolski avoids it well.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Ng takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Podolski sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Some bone on bone action there as Podolski checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ng misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ng with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Podolski looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ng looks to land a right hand but Podolski moved out of range.
Ng throws a body kick that misses.
Podolski steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#T1#
Ng misses with a head kick.
Podolski now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ng uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Ng throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Podolski counter with a right hand.
Podolski takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ng scores with a push kick.
Ng keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A lazy body kick from Ng
letting Podolski counter with a right hand.
Ng scores with a nice strike.
Podolski throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ng.
Ng throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ng throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jab by Ng.
Ng throws a good cross that connects.
Ng scores with a leg kick. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ng looks to land a combination. Podolski sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Ng bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Podolski's head backwards.
Ng tests Podolski's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Podolski has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Ng.
Ng throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Podolski's head.
Ng throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Charles Ng is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ng swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ng lands a slapping body shot.
Ng scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ng keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski scores with a nice right hand.
Ng connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Podolski sizes up Ng with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T3#
Podolski misses with a head kick.
A jab from Ng finds it's way through Podolski's defenses.
Ng just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski counters with a body kick.
Charles Ng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ng feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Podolski's calf.
A decent looking cross lands there for Podolski.
Podolski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ng.
Podolski thuds a left hand into Ng's body.
Ng takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ng appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ng fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ng lands a lovely overhand right.
Ng lands with a cross.
Ng defending well as Podolski loads up on a big left hand.
Ng fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Podolski on the side of the head.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ng turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ng lands a jab to Podolski's midsection.
Ng ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Ng connects with an inside leg kick.
Ng takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Jab from Podolski.
Ng throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ng checks a leg kick.
Ng lands with a cross.
Podolski slips a jab from Ng.
Podolski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ng.
Podolski throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ng throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Charles Ng showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ng 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Charles Ng!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Charles Ng waved his t-shirt featuring FORCEE's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: OFC: Blood Night LVI
Date: Oct 10, 2018

#R1#
Nice straight punches there by Von Ketler. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Von Ketler.
Nice sprawl there from Podolski as Von Ketler shoots in.
Von Ketler scores with a crisp jab that stopped Podolski in his tracks.
Von Ketler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
Von Ketler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Horrible takedown attempt by Von Ketler or perhaps it was just good defense by Podolski, which made it look bad.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Von Ketler moves away.
Eksem Von Ketler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski misses with a straight right.
Podolski connects with a solid leg kick.
Von Ketler definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Podolski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Podolski thuds a left hand into Von Ketler's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Von Ketler misses with a body shot.
Von Ketler throws a left and a right that both miss
and Podolski finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Podolski attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Von Ketler seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Von Ketler avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A telegraphed right hand from Von Ketler misses the target. #T1#
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Von Ketler is out of range.
Podolski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Von Ketler tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Podolski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Podolski throws a hook to the side of Von Ketler's head but Von Ketler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Von Ketler is looking to counter the offense by Podolski and move into the clinch.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Von Ketler saw that one coming.#CL#
Von Ketler clinches up with Podolski and pushes him back against the cage.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Podolski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Von Ketler misses with a punch on the inside.
Podolski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Von Ketler's elbow.
Von Ketler stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Von Ketler pushes Podolski back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Von Ketler.
Von Ketler tries to throw a body punch but Podolski avoids it by throwing Von Ketler back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Podolski.#T2#
Podolski struggles to land a body shot inside as Von Ketler controls his hands.
Von Ketler lands a nice elbow. #CUT#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
Podolski lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Von Ketler tries to pull guard but Podolski forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eksem Von Ketler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Podolski pushes Von Ketler back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Von Ketler content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Podolski tries to throw a body punch but Von Ketler avoids it by throwing Podolski back against the cage.
Podolski misses with a hook from the clinch.
Podolski lands an uppercut.
Von Ketler misses with a punch on the inside.
Von Ketler tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Podolski's elbow.
Podolski'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.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Von Ketler just misses with a elbow thrown towards Podolski's brow.
Von Ketler misses with an elbow over the top.
Podolski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Von Ketler tries a body shot but Podolski blocks it.
Von Ketler blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Von Ketler throws an elbow but it misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Podolski.
Von Ketler creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Von Ketler misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Podolski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Podolski lands a slapping body shot.
Podolski 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.
Von Ketler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Von Ketler takes one on the button.
Von Ketler swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Podolski counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Von Ketler has taken the fight to the clinch.
Podolski wants to get back to striking at distance but Von Ketler won't allow it.
Podolski throws a head punch that misses.
Podolski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Podolski blocking some punches.
Von Ketler blocks an elbow strike.#BC#
Von Ketler pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
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!
Von Ketler lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T4#
Von Ketler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Von Ketler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Von Ketler throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Von Ketler throws a right and a left that both miss.
Von Ketler wants to clinch.
Podolski is trying to counter with his kicks.
Nice jab there from Podolski.
Von Ketler scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL#
Von Ketler pushes Podolski up against the cage in a clinch.
Podolski lands a body punch.
Podolski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Podolski blocks an uppercut.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michail Podolski's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Von Ketler stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Podolski.#CL#
Von Ketler gets a clinch.
Von Ketler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Good body shot from Podolski.
Von Ketler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Von Ketler blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Von Ketler breaks the clinch.
Podolski misses with a body kick.
Podolski takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Von Ketler misses with a kick to the body.
Podolski swinging wildly here.
Von Ketler looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Von Ketler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Von Ketler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Von Ketler checks a leg kick.
Podolski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1#
Podolski throws a leg kick which misses Von Ketler's front leg but catches the back leg as Von Ketler tries to avoid it.
Podolski lands a jab to Von Ketler's midsection.#CL#
Von Ketler moves into range and clinches up with Podolski.
Podolski scores with a hook to the body.
Podolski has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Von Ketler seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Podolski can turn it around.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Von Ketler.
Podolski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Von Ketler looking to stall.
Von Ketler lands an elbow inside that Podolski shrugs off.
Von Ketler blocks an uppercut.
Von Ketler blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Von Ketler blocks a body shot from Podolski.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Von Ketler.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Podolski takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Von Ketler tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Podolski's elbow.
A short left from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a punch on the inside.
Podolski misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Von Ketler prevents a body shot from Podolski. #BC2#
Podolski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Podolski defending well as Von Ketler loads up on a big left hand.
Von Ketler tries to score a power double leg takedown but Podolski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Von Ketler somewhat.
Podolski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Von Ketler swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Podolski scores with a spinning back kick!
Podolski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Podolski! But no joy.
Von Ketler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Von Ketler rushes Podolski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Podolski lands a hook to the side of the head.
Von Ketler tries to throw a body punch but Podolski avoids it by throwing Von Ketler back against the cage.
Podolski tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Von Ketler's elbow.
Podolski dodges an elbow strike from Von Ketler.
Von Ketler blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Podolski pushes Von Ketler back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A bit of stalling here from Podolski.
Von Ketler misses with some punches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Von Ketler just misses with a elbow thrown towards Podolski's brow.
Von Ketler blocking some punches.
Podolski blocks the elbow strike.
Nice elbow from Von Ketler.
Podolski misses with the head strike.
Von Ketler lands a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Von Ketler.
Podolski lands with a light punch inside.
A bit of stalling here from Podolski.
Podolski lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Von Ketler or not.
Podolski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Podolski misses with the head strike.
Von Ketler misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Von Ketler.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski blocks an elbow strike from Von Ketler.
A right hand to the body from Podolski.
Michail Podolski seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Von Ketler blocks a body shot from Podolski. #T4#
Podolski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Podolski avoids the elbow strike from Von Ketler, against the cage.
Podolski prevents a body shot from Von Ketler.
Podolski gets through Von Ketler's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Podolski blocks an elbow strike.
Podolski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Von Ketler's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Podolski pushes Von Ketler back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Podolski blocking some punches.
Von Ketler blocks a body shot from Podolski. #BC#
Von Ketler manages to break the clinch.
Podolski tries a low kick but Von Ketler avoids it.
Von Ketler tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Podolski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Von Ketler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Von Ketler connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Podolski momentarily.
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski scores with a body shot.
Podolski connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Von Ketler momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Michail Podolski's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Von Ketler swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Von Ketler's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Von Ketler duly obliges.
Podolski lands a nice shot that snaps Von Ketler's head back.
Von Ketler throws out a leg kick but Podolski moves out of range and Von Ketler only half commits.
Podolski chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Von Ketler scores with a body shot.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Podolski lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CL#
Von Ketler clinches up against the cage.
Podolski lands a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Von Ketler misses with some punches.
Podolski tries a body shot but Von Ketler blocks it.
A short left from Podolski.
Podolski lands with a right to the head.
Podolski working aggressively here.
Von Ketler blocks an uppercut.
Von Ketler working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Podolski trying to land knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Podolski fails to land.
Good body shot from Podolski.
A short left from Von Ketler.
Podolski lands a left hand that snaps the head of Von Ketler backwards. #BC2#
Podolski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Von Ketler throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Von Ketler lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Podolski backs up against the cage.
Von Ketler slips a jab and a cross from Podolski.
Podolski throws out a loose jab but Von Ketler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Von Ketler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD#
Von Ketler darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Von Ketler wants to work for an arm triangle but Podolski is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T2##SUB#
Von Ketler is trying to work for a kimura but Podolski is defending well.
Podolski is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Von Ketler is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Podolski avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Von Ketler.
Von Ketler 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.
Podolski gets back to full guard.
Von Ketler throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Podolski wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Von Ketler 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.
Von Ketler throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Podolski works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Podolski utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Von Ketler throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Podolski wants to sweep here but Von Ketler controlling him for the moment.
Von Ketler in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Von Ketler accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Von Ketler trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Podolski trying to keep a closed guard but Von Ketler is proving a slippery customer. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Podolski moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Eksem Von Ketler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Von Ketler is just out of range.
Von Ketler tries to close the distance and clinch but Podolski swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Von Ketler lands with an overhand left.
Von Ketler wants to clinch.
Podolski slips under a jab.
Von Ketler jabs Podolski to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Von Ketler drops down looking for a counter takedown but Podolski sprawls and moves away.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Von Ketler misses the shot to the body.
Von Ketler throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Podolski on the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Eksem Von Ketler showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Podolski 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
A relieved looking Michail Podolski thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Eksem Von Ketler stepped up to the mic, saying 'Didn't hurt'.

Event: OFC 380: Gray vs Kahn
Date: Sep 29, 2018

#R1#
Chambers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski moves into range and connects with a jab.
Chambers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Chambers avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chambers scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Chambers changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Chambers rushes Podolski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Podolski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chambers wants to take the fight to the mat but Podolski manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Podolski 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.
Podolski misses with the head strike.
Still in the clinch, Chambers scores with a nice short uppercut.
Podolski scores with a shoulder strike.
Chambers misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chambers lands a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A body shot lands from Chambers.
Podolski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Podolski tries a body shot but Chambers blocks it. #TD2#
Chambers gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Chambers in particular looking to stall.
Podolski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chambers is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Podolski keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Chambers is stalling here. Podolski is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Chambers seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Podolski has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Podolski working away.
Chambers tries to improve position but can't.
Chambers struggling a bit here.
Chambers is looking for a sweep.#T2#
You can see the frustration on Chambers's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Chambers tries to buck Podolski off but Podolski is having none of it.
Chambers regains half guard.
Podolski performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Chambers is looking to improve his position.
Podolski wants to free his trapped foot but Chambers is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Chambers is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Chambers is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Chambers is still trying to improve position.
Chambers wants to sweep but Podolski has passed to side control!
Chambers tries to get back to half guard but can't.#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.
Podolski tries to advance to mount but Chambers denies him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chambers is looking to reverse the position.
Chambers tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Podolski presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Chambers is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Johny Chambers 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#
Chambers moves to clinch but Podolski breaks away
and Podolski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chambers throws a lazy uppercut
and Podolski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Johny Chambers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Chambers decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Chambers not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Chambers looks to land a strike but Podolski avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Chambers wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving.
Chambers in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Chambers postures up in Podolski's guard and throws a big left but Podolski blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chambers working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Podolski can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Chambers controls the pace.
Johny Chambers has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Chambers accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Chambers wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving.
Chambers throws an elbow that misses. Podolski uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Chambers's guard. Nice move by Podolski!#REVR#
Chambers looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Chambers keeps trying to improve his position.
Podolski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chambers is on top in guard. #REVB##T2#
Chambers throws a big elbow that misses.
Chambers throws a big right hand that misses.
Chambers trying to control but Podolski is working from the bottom.
Chambers pushes down on Podolski's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Podolski keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Podolski is looking to improve his position.
Chambers missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Chambers working the head and body with strikes. #T3#
Chambers missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Podolski blocking the ground and pound attempt from Chambers.
Chambers is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Chambers missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Chambers is stalling here. Podolski is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Chambers seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Podolski has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Chambers looking for a sweep but Podolski has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Chambers is trying to escape the mount.
Chambers tries to lock up and control but Podolski gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Podolski prevents Chambers from getting the reversal.#T4#
Chambers manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Chambers trying to control but Podolski postures up.
Chambers wants to get back to full guard.
Chambers wants to sweep but Podolski has passed to side control!
Chambers is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Podolski looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chambers gets full guard.
Chambers working a defensive guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Johny Chambers will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Podolski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Chambers doesn't manage to clinch there - Podolski circles away.
Chambers throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. Chambers looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Chambers shoots in but Podolski avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A nice combination there by Podolski.
Podolski on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A jab from Chambers misses.
Podolski tries to land a front kick but Chambers steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Chambers with a poor takedown
and Podolski counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Podolski works Chambers's body with a nice hook.
Michail Podolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Chambers throws a right and a left that Podolski avoids nicely.
Podolski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chambers.
Chambers with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Podolski to score with a decent uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chambers on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T1#
Chambers moves away from the strike by Podolski.
Chambers avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Chambers takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Chambers misses with a hook.
The crowd cheers as Podolski lands an impressive looking overhand right. Chambers doesn't seem phased though.
Chambers is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Chambers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski lands a body shot.
Podolski swings for the body but Chambers moves out of range.
Chambers swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Chambers.#CUT2#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
Chambers lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Chambers.
Chambers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Chambers throws a lazy uppercut
and Podolski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski scores with a jab to the head.
Podolski lands a head kick. Chambers smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Chambers misses with a body shot
and Podolski counters with a slapping leg kick.
A combination from Chambers does no damage. #T2#
Podolski fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Chambers checks it well.
Chambers loads up on a big right hand but Podolski slips the punch.
Podolski is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Podolski digs a good body shot into Chambers's ribs.
Chambers shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Michail Podolski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Johny Chambers.
Chambers takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Podolski dodges the punch combination from Chambers.
Podolski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Chambers under the eye.
Chambers lands a body shot.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chambers throws a right hand that Podolski ducks under and follows up with a left that Podolski also avoids with ease.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Chambers.
Chambers throws a jab when Podolski was well out of range.
Chambers takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Podolski misses with a body kick.
Chambers changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Podolski scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Chambers doesn't seem bothered though.
The fighters circle momentarily. Podolski darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#ROC#
Chambers is rocked!#T3#
Podolski explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Chambers is still on wobbly legs! Can Podolski finish him?
Podolski drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Chambers's head, knocking him out cold! Podolski is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:09 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: OFC 377: Kamikaze
Date: Sep 19, 2018

#R1#
Ng throws a right hand that misses
and Podolski counters with a right hand to the body.
Podolski throws a body punch but Ng moves out of range.
Ng steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Ng throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ng sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Ng crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Podolski - the referee stops the clock and Ng gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Podolski. Ng manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Podolski scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ng in his tracks.
Podolski cracks Ng with an open hand slap.
Ng checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ng.
Ng throws a leg kick but Podolski checks it.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Ng slips the punch.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Ng - that will leave a mark!
Podolski lunges at Ng with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ng's hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ng is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
It seemed like Podolski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Podolski lands a head shot.
Podolski misses with a low kick. #T1#
Podolski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jab by Podolski.
A jab from Podolski finds it's way through Ng's defenses.
Ng throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Podolski cracks the inside of Ng's front leg.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Ng moved away.
Podolski is looking to score with low kicks.
Podolski throws out a leg kick but Ng moves out of range and Podolski only half commits.
Podolski swings for the body but Ng moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Podolski.
Podolski scores with a jab to the jaw.
Podolski has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Podolski wants to slow Ng down by chopping away at his legs.
Podolski on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ng. Ng obviously looking to wear him down.
Podolski bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ng's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ng throws a good cross that connects.
Podolski ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Podolski needs to keep his hands up - Ng had a free shot at his head there.#T2#
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Ng.
Ng fires out a quick counter leg kick but Podolski just manages to avoid it.
Ng dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Podolski. That did some damage!
Ng scores with a body shot.
Podolski slips under a jab.
Ng connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Podolski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A thudding body kick lands there by Ng!
Podolski plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#
It looks like Charles Ng has been cut.
Podolski defending well as Ng loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Podolski scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Both fighters circling a little - Podolski finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Ng works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Ng.
Podolski follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Ng.
Sloppy strikes from Ng. Those never looked like landing.
Podolski slips under a jab.
Podolski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ng cracks Podolski with an open hand slap.
Ng connects with a body shot that sends Podolski's belly button to the back.#T3#
Ng scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Podolski fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ng on the side of the head.
Podolski lands a nice looking kick to the body. Ng takes a step back to recover.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Ng is just out of range.
Ng gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Podolski is looking to chop away at Ng's legs.
Ng dips to his left and cracks Podolski with an uppercut!
Ng throws a leg kick but Podolski checks it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ng.
Ng connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski swings for the body but Ng moves out of range.
Podolski misses with a looping left.
A big right from Ng misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ng.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ng. #T4#
Podolski lands a leg kick that knocks Ng off balance momentarily.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick from Ng.
Podolski scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ng, right into the meat.
Ng throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ng fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A nice side step and Podolski releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ng blocks a leg kick.
Ng half committed to a counter leg kick.
Podolski tries to land a front kick but Ng steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ng misses with a looping left.
Ng looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ng throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Podolski misses with a body kick.
Ng blocks a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Podolski scores with a hook.
Ng takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ng. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Charles Ng's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Podolski lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Ng misses with a body kick.
Ng shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Ng saw that one coming.
Ng throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ng. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ng under the eye.
Ng throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ng throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ng walks into a left hand.
A big left from Podolski misses.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ng has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ng scores with a leg kick.
Podolski scores with a nice strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ng swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Ng misses with a wild body shot.
Ng blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
Ng throws a low kick, looking for Podolski's leg but Podolski calmly moves out of range.
Ng goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nice straight punches there by Ng. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ng.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A jab from Ng misses.
Podolski jabs Ng to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Podolski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Podolski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Podolski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fighters circling - Ng throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ng misses with a looping right.
Ng ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ng throws a shot to the body.
Podolski darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Podolski thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ng misses with a low kick.
Ng fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Podolski looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Ng slips the punch.
Ng tries to score with a low kick but Podolski moves his leg out of the way.
Podolski throws a push kick but Ng slaps the foot to one side. #T2#
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!
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ng throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Ng looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Podolski misses with a straight right.
Podolski misses with a looping right.
Ng has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Podolski.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Ng moved out of range.
Ng swinging wildly here.
Ng throws a low kick but Podolski moves out of range easily.
The crowd cheers as Ng lands an impressive looking overhand right. Podolski doesn't seem phased though.
Ng throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Podolski avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Podolski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Ng, right into the meat.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Ng might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Podolski throws a push kick but Ng slaps the foot to one side.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.#T3#
Podolski misses with a low kick.
Podolski looks to land a left hand but Ng moved out of range nicely.
Podolski misses with a series of wild punches.
Ng ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Podolski's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Podolski has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Podolski there as he acknowledges the shot.
Podolski throws a solid leg kick but Ng takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Podolski.
Podolski has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Podolski there as he acknowledges the shot.
Podolski throws a head kick but Ng moves out of range.
Ng tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ng blocks a jab.
Ng takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ng checks a leg kick nicely.
Good standup being displayed there by Ng as he connects with a hook.
Ng throws a chopping leg kick but Podolski manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ng moves away.#T4#
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski swings for the body but Ng moves out of range.
Ng is looking to counter punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ng sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ng throws a shot from downtown. Podolski moves away and avoids it.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Ng sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Podolski misses with an uppercut.
And Ng counters with a quick kick to the body but Podolski blocks it.
A left lands for Ng.
Ng misses with a body shot.
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ng misses the jab.
Podolski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A jab from Ng misses.
Ng looks to land a body kick but Podolski moved away.
The fighters circling - Podolski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ng looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
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 Charles Ng will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Charles Ng's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A shot to the liver by Podolski. Beautiful body shot.
A thudding body kick lands there by Podolski!
Podolski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Podolski dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ng. That did some damage!
Podolski misses with a hook
and Ng counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Podolski thinking.
A slapping body kick lands there for Podolski.
Podolski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ng under the eye.
Podolski throws a low kick, looking for Ng's leg but Ng calmly moves out of range.
Podolski sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Ng misses with a kick to the body.
Podolski takes a swing at Ng's ribcage but misses.
Ng lands a leg kick that knocks Podolski off balance momentarily.
Ng throws a chopping leg kick but Podolski manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ng avoids a punch combination nicely.
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A shot to the liver by Ng. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Podolski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ng.
Crunch! Ng slams his shin into Podolski's torso.
Podolski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ng throws a push kick but Podolski slaps the foot to one side.
Ng slips under a jab from Podolski.
Ng displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Ng connects with a body shot.
Ng tries to land a front kick but Podolski steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Podolski throws a series of punches but Ng avoids them all with ease.
Ng throwing a counter right hand but Podolski manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ng. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
A lazy left from Ng finds it's target.
Ng on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ng fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Podolski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ng just misses with a punch to the body.
Ng fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Podolski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Podolski lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ng at a distance. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Podolski throws a leg kick which misses Ng's front leg but catches the back leg as Ng tries to avoid it.
Ng checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ng.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. Ng looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Podolski misses with a lunging right hand
and Ng counters with a straight right hand.
A big left from Ng misses.
Ng works the jab nicely.
Ng slips a jab and a cross from Podolski.
Ng misses the shot to the body.
Podolski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ng looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Podolski tries to work over Ng's front leg with a kick but Ng checks it.
Ng scores with a hook.
Ng blocks a low kick nicely.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses
and Ng makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Podolski really felt that one!
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Ng does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Ng lands with a kick to the ribs. #T3#
Ng checks the leg kick nicely there.
Ng tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ng lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Podolski blocks a head kick by Ng.
Podolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Podolski throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
It looked like Ng wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Podolski scores with a hook.
Ng looks to land a left hand but Podolski moved out of range nicely.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ng checks a leg kick.
Ng looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Podolski throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Podolski throws a chopping leg kick but Ng manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Podolski walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ng feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Podolski's calf.
Podolski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ng's sensitive parts. #T4#
Ng steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ng cracks the inside of Podolski's front leg.
Podolski misses with a two punch combination.
Ng throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ng throws a sloppy head kick and Podolski moves out of range easily.
Ng throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Ng.
Ng displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Podolski has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Ng.
Podolski slips under a jab.
Ng goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Ng lands a nice shot to the body.
Ng moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski misses with a straight left.
Podolski thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Ng if he has to take too many more of those.
Ng on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Podolski. Podolski obviously looking to wear him down.
Podolski misses with a wild combination.
Ng swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.

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 Charles Ng.
I think Ng 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:29
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Charles Ng!
Charles Ng seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: OFC 374: Barathian vs Bed III
Date: Sep 01, 2018

#R1#
Podolski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice defenses there by Halleck.
Halleck misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski 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.
Halleck blocks a jab.
Halleck tries a quick counter leg kick but Podolski is wise to it.
Halleck fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Halleck takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Podolski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Halleck misses with a hook. Podolski ducked under it nicely.
Halleck misses the shot to the body.
Podolski moves into range and connects with a jab.
Halleck throws an off balance right hand
and Podolski counters with a straight right hand.
Podolski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Podolski. That snapped Halleck's head back.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. Halleck looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Halleck.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Halleck fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Podolski is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Halleck. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1#
A lazy left from Podolski finds it's target.
Podolski throws a hook but Halleck avoids it easily.
Halleck looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Halleck throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It appears Podolski was looking to counter with a kick there.
Halleck misses the shot to the body.
Halleck blocks a jab.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Halleck slips the punch.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Halleck misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Halleck drops his hands momentarily and Podolski takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Halleck showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a kick to the body.
Halleck throws a nice outside leg kick.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Halleck throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Halleck swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Podolski counter with a right hand. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A bone on bone clash there as Podolski blocks the leg kick.
Podolski misses with an attempted mid kick.
Halleck tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Halleck crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Podolski - the referee stops the clock and Halleck gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Podolski. Halleck manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Halleck moves out of range of the body kick from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a hook to the body
and Halleck counters with a right hand to the body.
Halleck missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Halleck.
Podolski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Halleck has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Halleck misses with a lunging right hand
and Podolski counters with an inside leg kick.
Halleck tries for a takedown but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Halleck takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Halleck only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Halleck jabs at Podolski's body.
Podolski thumps Halleck with a low kick.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Podolski misses with a hook. Halleck ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Podolski takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Podolski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Halleck lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski looks to land a body kick but Halleck moved away.
Halleck tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A big left from Podolski misses.
Podolski tries to score with a low kick but Halleck moves his leg out of the way.
Podolski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Podolski throws a hook but Halleck avoids it easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Halleck checks a leg kick.
Podolski takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Halleck fails with an attempt to clinch.
Podolski swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Podolski fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Podolski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Halleck under the eye.#T4##CL2#
Halleck moves into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski prevents a body shot from Halleck.
Halleck lands a body shot.
Halleck lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Halleck can't find room to land a body shot as Podolski controls the action. #BC#
Podolski breaks from the clinch.
Podolski is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Podolski jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A low kick from Halleck misses
and Podolski cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Halleck gets a clinch.
Podolski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Halleck lands a body punch in the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Halleck misses with a punch on the inside.
Halleck lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Podolski backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Halleck is keeping busy.
Halleck blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Podolski blocks an elbow strike.
Halleck lands an uppercut.
Podolski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Podolski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#ROC#
Halleck is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Halleck is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Podolski rather than just go for the knockout.
Podolski misses with a hook
enabling Halleck to counter with a crisp jab.
Halleck is still on wobbly legs! Can Podolski finish him?
Nice straight punches there by Halleck. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Halleck.
Podolski throws a head kick but Halleck moves out of range.
Podolski defending well as Halleck loads up on a big left hand.
Halleck seems to have recovered his senses.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Halleck throws out a counter right but Podolski avoids it with no problem.
Halleck jabs at Podolski's body.
Halleck tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Podolski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Halleck scores with a shot to the body.
Halleck ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Halleck throws a poor cross that misses
and Podolski counters with a nice low kick that buckles Halleck's knee momentarily.
Podolski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Halleck throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Podolski throws a chopping leg kick but Halleck manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Halleck misses with a looping right.#T1#
Both fighters circling a little - Podolski finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Podolski connects with a solid leg kick.
Halleck pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Halleck scores with a hook to the body. Podolski takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Halleck takes one to the side of the head.
Podolski bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Halleck's head.
Halleck misses the shot to the body.
Halleck throws a poor cross that misses
and Podolski connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Halleck moves out of range as Podolski throws a body kick.
Halleck wants to counter with a clinch but Podolski pushes him away.
Halleck checks the leg kick.
Halleck walks forward, straight into a front kick from Podolski.
Halleck uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Halleck ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Halleck throws a body punch but Podolski moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T2#
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski is looking to slow Halleck down with leg kicks.
Michail Podolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Podolski is looking to slow Halleck down with leg kicks.
Podolski scores with a leg kick.
Podolski fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Halleck tries to close the distance and clinch up but Podolski swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Good shot there by Podolski.
Podolski keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Halleck avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Halleck tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Halleck.
Podolski is looking to counter punch.
Halleck feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Podolski's calf.
Halleck avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Podolski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Halleck scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Halleck's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A swing and a miss from Halleck.
Halleck avoids a kick to the body. #T3#
Podolski on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Podolski connects with a single shot there.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Halleck doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Halleck throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Halleck lands a head shot.
Halleck takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski lands a nice shot to the body.
Podolski keeps Halleck at a distance using the push kick.
Halleck on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Halleck 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 telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target.
Halleck misses with a 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!
Podolski listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Halleck doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Halleck throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Podolski lands a leg kick that knocks Halleck off balance momentarily.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Halleck.
A swing and a miss from Halleck.
Halleck takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Halleck throws out the jab.
Halleck slips a jab from Podolski.
Halleck throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Halleck looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Podolski circles away from the clinch attempt.
Podolski is looking to counter punch.
Podolski throws a wild body kick that Halleck sees coming a mile off.
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Halleck sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Halleck throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Halleck rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Podolski counters with a nice uppercut.
Podolski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Podolski fails to land with a series of punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that second round.
That's time! Podolski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Halleck throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jab by Podolski.
Halleck has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Halleck moves out of range of the body kick.
Halleck misses the shot to the body.
Podolski throws a poor cross that misses
and Halleck cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
A low kick from Halleck misses
and Podolski counters with a good low kick that Halleck was not able to check.
Podolski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Halleck.
An inside leg kick lands from Podolski.
Halleck uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Halleck misses with a body kick.
Podolski swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Halleck avoids the head kick by Podolski.
Podolski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Podolski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Some bone on bone action there as Podolski checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Halleck thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Podolski tries to land a body kick
and Halleck counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Podolski feints and then cracks Halleck's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Halleck down.
Halleck misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski tries a head kick but it misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Halleck.
Halleck throws a low kick but it's checked well by Podolski.
A chopping leg kick lands by Podolski.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Halleck looks to throw the jab but Podolski is out of range.
Halleck swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Halleck avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Halleck. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Halleck moved out of range.
Podolski throws a low kick but it's checked well by Halleck.
Halleck fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Podolski is out of range.
Podolski is looking to counter punch.
A clash of legs there as Podolski blocks the low kick.
Gurney Halleck has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A lazy left from Podolski finds it's target.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Podolski bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Halleck's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski takes a swing at Halleck's ribcage but misses.
Podolski connects with a looping right hand.
Podolski throws a leg kick
and Halleck counters with a left to the body.
Halleck lands with a shot to the body.
Podolski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Halleck can do to turn this around?
Halleck changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Halleck misses with a shot to the body
and Podolski counters with an inside leg kick.
Halleck ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
Halleck misses with a wild body shot.
Halleck swings widly with a right hand
and Podolski counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Halleck looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Halleck swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Halleck throws a leg kick but Podolski sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T3#
Podolski throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Halleck on the side of the head.
Halleck misses with a shot to the body
and Podolski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Halleck misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Podolski misses the target.
Podolski keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Halleck.
Podolski blocks a head kick by Halleck.
Halleck takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Halleck.
Podolski throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Podolski gets tackled into the cage by Halleck. Halleck maintains the clinch.
Halleck is leaning against Podolski and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Podolski has a couple of punches blocked by Halleck.
Podolski is trying to maintain a safe position but Halleck gets an underhook and turns Podolski into the cage.
Halleck tries to throw a body punch but Podolski avoids it by throwing Halleck back against the cage.
Halleck has a couple of punches blocked by Podolski.
Halleck tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Podolski breaks from the clinch.
Podolski lands a slapping body shot.
Halleck throws a looping overhand right but Podolski ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Halleck takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nice defenses there by Halleck.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski throws a head kick but Halleck moves out of range.
Halleck throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Podolski stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Halleck uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Halleck.
Halleck connects with a body shot.
Halleck steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Podolski. That one must have hurt.
Podolski 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.
Podolski 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.
Podolski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Halleck.
Podolski misses with a looping left.
Halleck appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Halleck throws a chopping leg kick but Podolski manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Halleck tries to close the distance and clinch up but Podolski swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Halleck is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.

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 Michail Podolski.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Podolski, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
A relieved looking Michail Podolski 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: Syn 573 - World To Come
Date: Apr 13, 2018

#R1#
Souvlaki throws a good cross that connects.
Podolski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Souvlaki.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
Podolski's coach down at Double XX was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Podolski's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Podolski throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD#
Souvlaki throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Podolski tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Souvlaki is in Podolski's guard.#ES2#
Podolski uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Souvlaki shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Podolski but Podolski pushes him off and we're back to square one.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Souvlaki shoots for a takedown but Podolski saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Podolski misses with a body kick.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Podolski misses with the combination.
Souvlaki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Souvlaki shoots for a double leg takedown but Podolski sprawls well. He's pushed Souvlaki's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Koulouraki Souvlaki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Podolski fails to land with a series of punches.
Souvlaki cracks Podolski with a good jab.
Podolski throws the kick towards the body but Souvlaki avoids it.
Podolski stuffs the takedown attempt from Souvlaki. Souvlaki gets slowly back to his feet.
Podolski leaves Souvlaki with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T1#
Some wild striking there from Podolski. #TD#
Souvlaki looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ES2#
Podolski is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Souvlaki presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Souvlaki tries to break free but Podolski pushes him back against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Souvlaki.
A head punch on the inside from Podolski fails to land.
Podolski lands an uppercut.
Podolski misses with a hook from the clinch.
Podolski prevents a takedown attempt there.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Podolski lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Souvlaki blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Podolski has a couple of punches blocked by Souvlaki.
Souvlaki blocks an uppercut.
Souvlaki looking for a takedown.
Podolski throws a punch but it's blocked by Souvlaki.
Podolski misses with a punch on the inside.
Podolski throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Podolski.
Souvlaki is looking to take this one to the mat.
Souvlaki tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Podolski's elbow.
Souvlaki drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Podolski gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Podolski lands a left hand. #T3#
Souvlaki misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Souvlaki changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Podolski fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Souvlaki goes for a double leg but Podolski avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Podolski continues to drive forward.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Souvlaki was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Souvlaki fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Podolski to the ground. Souvlaki is now in Podolski's guard.
Souvlaki prevents Podolski from getting back to his feet.
Souvlaki with a nice head shot there.
Podolski is looking to stand back up but Souvlaki counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Podolski.
Podolski is trying to stand.
Souvlaki throwing shots but Podolski is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Souvlaki seems to be working for a kimura but Podolski defends the submission attempt.
Souvlaki thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Podolski's head.
Podolski wants to get back to his feet.
Souvlaki thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #ES2#
Podolski kicks Souvlaki off and gets back to his feet.
Podolski lands with a kick to the ribs. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A combination from Podolski does no damage.
Souvlaki fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Souvlaki blocks a head kick by Podolski.
Podolski misses with a few strikes there.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Podolski misses with a double jab.
Souvlaki blocks a head kick by Podolski. #TD#
Souvlaki drives through with a takedown into Podolski's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Podolski wants to stand and escape but Souvlaki is having none of it.
Souvlaki working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Podolski's head.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Souvlaki postures up and lands a big shot to Podolski's brow.
We've been hearing good reports from Souvlaki'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.
Souvlaki won't allow Podolski to get back to his feet.
Souvlaki is in close to Podolski's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Souvlaki trying to control but Podolski is working from the bottom.
Souvlaki is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Podolski swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Souvlaki.
Podolski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Souvlaki moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Souvlaki changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Souvlaki fails with the takedown.
Souvlaki slips under a jab from Podolski.
Podolski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Souvlaki darts in looking for a takedown but Podolski gets double underhooks and turns Souvlaki into the cage.
Podolski throws a head kick but Souvlaki moves out of range.
A combination from Souvlaki does no damage.
Podolski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Koulouraki Souvlaki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Souvlaki dodges the punch combination from Podolski.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Souvlaki slips a jab and a cross from Podolski.
Podolski tries to bum rush Souvlaki with a series of wild strikes but Souvlaki uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Souvlaki will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Podolski slaps away a takedown attempt from Souvlaki, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1#
Podolski looks to land a combination but Souvlaki avoids it well.
Souvlaki drops down looking for a counter takedown but Podolski sprawls and moves away.
Podolski throws a sloppy head kick and Souvlaki moves out of range easily.
A head kick by Podolski misses #TD#
and Souvlaki counters with a shoot takedown. Podolski fights it but they end up in guard.
Podolski wants to stand but Souvlaki is controlling the position.
Souvlaki is working Podolski over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Souvlaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Podolski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Souvlaki 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.
Souvlaki works over Podolski with some ground and pound from guard.
Souvlaki with a nice head shot there.
Souvlaki throws a big elbow that misses.
Souvlaki scoring with punches to the head and body.
Podolski wants to stand and escape but Souvlaki is having none of it.
Souvlaki lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Podolski wants to get back to his feet but Souvlaki is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Souvlaki content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Podolski being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Souvlaki working some strikes from top position.
Podolski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Podolski wants to stand up but Souvlaki is controlling him.
Souvlaki working some strikes from top position.
Souvlaki with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Souvlaki trying to control but Podolski is working from the bottom.
Podolski wants to get back to his feet but Souvlaki is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Souvlaki distracts Podolski with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Souvlaki cracks Podolski with a solid left hand.
Souvlaki working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Podolski's head.
Souvlaki won't allow Podolski to get back to his feet.
Souvlaki cracks Podolski with a solid left hand.
Souvlaki wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving.
Podolski is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3#
Souvlaki trying to control but Podolski is working from the bottom.
Souvlaki working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Souvlaki stops Podolski from standing up. #ES2#
Podolski is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Souvlaki presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC#
Souvlaki pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Souvlaki lands with an uppercut that bounces Podolski off the cage and back into range.
Podolski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Souvlaki shoots in for a takedown but Podolski shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Podolski tries a head kick but it misses.
Souvlaki tries to score a power double leg takedown but Podolski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Souvlaki somewhat.
Podolski looks to land a combination but Souvlaki avoids it well.
Souvlaki slips under a jab.#T4#
Podolski thows a leg kick but Souvlaki checks it
enabling Souvlaki to counter with a crisp jab.
No luck for Souvlaki with that takedown attempt.
Podolski throws a nice looking combination but Souvlaki bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski throws a push kick but Souvlaki slaps the foot to one side.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
Souvlaki shoots in for a double leg but Podolski sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Podolski will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Souvlaki scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Horrible takedown attempt by Souvlaki or perhaps it was just good defense by Podolski, which made it look bad.
Podolski is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Michail Podolski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Podolski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Souvlaki.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Podolski throws a half hearted mid kick.
Podolski misses with a head kick.
Souvlaki changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Podolski throws a right and a left that Souvlaki avoids nicely.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A solid leg kick lands there for Podolski.
Souvlaki lands with a nice combination. Podolski backs away looking to recover.
Podolski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Souvlaki checks it. #TD#
Souvlaki feints and as Podolski raises his hands in defense, Souvlaki changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Souvlaki trying to control but Podolski is working from the bottom.
Podolski wants to get back to his feet but Souvlaki is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Souvlaki postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Souvlaki is working Podolski over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Podolski keeping moving, preventing Souvlaki from controlling successfully.
Souvlaki throws a big elbow that misses.
Podolski is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Souvlaki is controlling him.
Souvlaki scoring with some ground and pound. #T1#
Souvlaki prevents Podolski from getting back to his feet.
Souvlaki landing with the ground and pound.
Souvlaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Podolski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Souvlaki distracts Podolski with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Podolski wants to stand and escape but Souvlaki is having none of it.
Souvlaki trying to control but Podolski is working from the bottom.
Souvlaki connects with a couple of short punches.
Souvlaki controls from within his opponent's guard.
Souvlaki chips away with some ground and pound.
Souvlaki wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving. #ES2#
Podolski is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Souvlaki presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Souvlaki wants a takedown but no success here. #T2#
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Podolski has Souvlaki pressed against the cage, preventing Souvlaki from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Podolski lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Souvlaki backwards.
Podolski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Podolski lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Podolski.
Souvlaki is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Podolski is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Koulouraki Souvlaki. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Podolski misses with a short punch on the inside.
Podolski misses with a hook from the clinch.
Podolski keeps control of Souvlaki as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Podolski has a couple of punches blocked by Souvlaki.
A shot in the inside from Podolski.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Souvlaki breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Souvlaki cracks Podolski with a good jab.
Souvlaki fails with the takedown.
Podolski looks to land a combination but Souvlaki avoids it well.
Souvlaki missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Souvlaki.
Podolski lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#ROC2#
Souvlaki is rocked!
Souvlaki fails with a takedown attempt.
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Podolski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Souvlaki moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Souvlaki throws a jab but it's blocked by Podolski.
A combination from Podolski does no damage.
Podolski throws a body kick that misses.
Souvlaki appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T4#
Souvlaki gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Podolski misses with a two punch combination.
Podolski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Souvlaki tries for a takedown but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Podolski defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Souvlaki.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Souvlaki gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Podolski.
Podolski goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Souvlaki misses with a series of wild punches.
Koulouraki Souvlaki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Souvlaki.
Souvlaki avoids the head kick by Podolski. #TD#
Souvlaki bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Podolski pushes Souvlaki away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Souvlaki gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Souvlaki is chipping away with strikes.
Souvlaki throws an elbow but Podolski slips to the side and avoids it well.
The strikes coming from Souvlaki are missing the target in this wave of attacks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michail Podolski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Podolski 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Michail Podolski made sure he mentioned Aspire Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: Syn 565 - Into The Abyss
Date: Feb 17, 2018

#R1#
Legions lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Legions lands a leg kick that knocks Podolski off balance momentarily.
Legions avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Podolski takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A slow jab from Podolski misses its intended target.
Good leg kick by Legions there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Legions has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Legions.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Legions moves away and avoids it.
Podolski scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Legions doesn't seem bothered though.
Legions tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Legions.
Legions scores with a leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Legions throws a nice head kick!
Podolski lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A cross from Legions lands.
Podolski takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A low kick from Podolski is predictable there
and Legions counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Legions.
Podolski throws a low kick but Legions moves out of range easily.
Legions lands a right hook to the body.
Podolski throws a jab when Legions was well out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Legions blocks the leg kick.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Legions lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Podolski looks to land a left hand but Legions moved out of range nicely.#T1#
A thudding body kick lands there by Legions!
Legions comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Podolski throws a jab when Legions was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Legions. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Legions. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Legions.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski throws a leg kick which misses Legions's front leg but catches the back leg as Legions tries to avoid it.
Podolski scores with a jab.
Podolski misses with an uppercut
and Legions connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Legions connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Podolski lands a nice shot to the body.
Legions bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD2#
Legions looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Legions scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Legions sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Podolski defending well though.
Legions missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Legions wants to take a breather but Podolski is having none of it.
Legions is nestled in close to Podolski, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Legions takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Legions thows a huge punch but Podolski dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Legions is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Podolski is just riding it out for now. Legions eventually gives up the hold.
Podolski avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Legions.
Nice strikes from Legions there. #T3#
Legions not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Legions in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Legions is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Legions missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Podolski blocking the ground and pound attempt from Legions.
Podolski is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Legions scores with a couple of nice shots.
Legions wants to take a breather but Podolski is having none of it.
Legions thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4#
Legions sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Legions throwing shots but Podolski is blocking nicely.
Legions stalling away here and it's allowed Podolski to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Legions throwing strikes from guard but Podolski blocks nicely.
Legions scoring with punches to the head and body.
Legions scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Legions postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Legions 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.

Felix Legions dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Legions drives through with a takedown into guard.
Legions working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Legions accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Podolski keeping moving, preventing Legions from controlling successfully.
Legions throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Podolski keeping full guard, as Legions tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Podolski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Legions cracks Podolski with a solid left hand.
Legions trying to control the position from guard on top but Podolski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Legions has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Legions throws a strike but Podolski rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T1#
Legions has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Podolski has passed into side control.
Legions manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Legions wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Legions actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Legions looking for submissions off his back.
Podolski prevents Legions from improving his position.
Legions moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Legions wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Legions has his foot on Podolski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Podolski works his way back into a safe position though.
Legions has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Podolski has passed into side control.
Legions struggling a bit here.
Legions tries to bench press Podolski off him but Podolski keeps the position.
Podolski controlling the position from side mount. #T3#
Legions is looking to reverse the position.
Podolski slows the pace down.
Legions struggling a bit here.
Legions is not content to let Podolski control the position.
Legions gets back to half guard.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Podolski seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Legions wants to improve his position but Podolski is controlling well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Podolski walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've been told by Podolski's head coaches at Combat Muay Thai that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Podolski misses with a few strikes there.
Legions scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Podolski connects with a solid leg kick.
Podolski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Podolski stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Legions.
Legions keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Felix Legions showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Podolski moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Podolski lands an overhand right.
Felix Legions seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Legions gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Legions moved out of range.
Legions lands a jab to Podolski's midsection.
Legions displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Podolski scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Podolski throws out a loose jab but Legions uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski blocks a jab.
Legions turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Legions closes the distance and clinches up with Podolski, looking for a takedown. Legions pushes Podolski against the cage but Podolski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Podolski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Legions.
Podolski takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski with a nice cross.
Podolski misses with a hook.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Good exchange - Legions coming out on top.
A leg kick checked by Legions.
Podolski swings away with a body shot that misses
and Legions counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1##TD2#
Legions shoots in and gets a takedown into Podolski's guard.
Podolski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Legions throws a strike but Podolski rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Legions looking to hit a scissor sweep but Podolski is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Legions has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Podolski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Podolski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Legions manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Podolski manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Legions wants to pass the guard but Podolski is keeping the position.
Legions throwing strikes from guard but Podolski blocks nicely.
Legions throws a strike but Podolski rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Legions looking for a guillotine here but Podolski defends easily. #SUB2#
Legions throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T3#
Podolski trying to stand up but can't free himself from Legions's guard.
Podolski has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Podolski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Legions has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Podolski has managed to get both his arms back between Legions's legs - danger averted.
Podolski postures up. #SUB2#
Legions has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Podolski 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 Legions.#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.
Legions gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Legions looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Podolski seems content to control.
Felix Legions has got the better of the ground game so far.
The fighters are battling for position here. Legions manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Legions not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Legions looking to sweep here. No luck so far.

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 Michail Podolski.
Well Legions 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felix Legions!
After the fight, Felix Legions 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: Aspire 100: The End of an Era
Date: Feb 04, 2018

#R1#
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
No joy there for Podolski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lee ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Lee misses with a body kick.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Lee saw that one coming.
Lee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lee connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lee checks a low kick from Podolski.
Lee misses with a body shot.
Podolski lands a glancing blow to the side of Lee's head.
Podolski lands with a straight right. Lee didn't see that one coming.
Lee throws a leg kick but Podolski checks it.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lee manages to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Lee misses its target.
Podolski feints and then cracks Lee's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lee down.
Lee on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Podolski throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lee throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski throws a shot to the body.
Lee tries to move into range but Podolski moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Podolski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T1#
Lee scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lee has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#ROC2#
Lee is rocked!
Podolski drops Lee with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Lee! Podolski dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Aspire Nutrition, into his post fight interview.

Event: Aspire 98: Green vs. Kavanagh
Date: Jan 17, 2018

#R1#
A big left from Podolski misses.
That kick from Atsushii tenderised Podolski's leg. Podolski is trying to keep his angry face on.
Atsushii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Atsushii feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Podolskis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Atsushii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A jab from Podolski misses.
We've been told by Atsushii's head coaches at White Eagle that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Atsushii bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Podolski's head backwards.
Podolski misses with a leg kick.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
Atsushii slips a straight right by Podolski.
Podolski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Atsushii scores with a jab. Podolski acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Atsushii checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Atsushii throws a hook but Podolski avoids it easily.
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Atsushii is out of range.
Atsushii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Podolski wants to slow Atsushii down by chopping away at his legs.
Podolski moves out of range of the body kick from Atsushii.
Atsushii sizes up Podolski with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Atsushii scores with a sloppy right hand. Podolski should have avoided that one.
Atsushii has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Podolski finds it's way round the side to connect with Atsushii's head.
Good standup being displayed there by Atsushii as he connects with a hook.#T1#
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Atsushii's shoulder, as Atsushii tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Atsushii.
Atsushii throws a leg kick
and Atsushii takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Atsushii checks a leg kick nicely.
Podolski lands with a hook. Atsushii tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Atsushii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good exchange - Podolski coming out on top.
Podolski shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Atsushii misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Atsushii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A good leg kick by Atsushii.
Atsushii gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Podolski defending well as Atsushii loads up on a big left hand.
Podolski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Atsushii.
Atsushii tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
You can follow us on Twitter at...Ooooooh Atsushii got wobbled bad by a big combination! Podolski presses forward with punches and knees until Atsushii stumbles to the ground! The ref watches Atsushii closely before deciding to step in and end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Aspire Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Aspire 95: Green vs Souvlaki 2
Date: Dec 24, 2017

#R1#
Partio throws out a leg kick but Podolski moves out of range and Partio only half commits.
Podolski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Partio connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Podolski scrambles back to his feet.
Podolski misses with a shot to the body
and Partio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Podolski slips a straight right by Partio.
Jab from Partio.
Partio tries to score a power double leg takedown but Podolski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Partio somewhat.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Podolski moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Partio looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Podolski is fending him off so far but Partio persists. Nope, Podolski circles away and we're back to standing.
Partio lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Podolski circles away quickly and effectively.
Podolski tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Podolski misses the target.
We've been told by Podolski's head coaches at Lionheart FC that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Katu Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski misses with a hook to the body
and Partio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Partio 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 Podolski has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Podolski and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T1#
Podolski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Partio finds it's way round the side to connect with Podolski's head.
Partio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Podolski's head.
Podolski takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Podolski throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski lands with a nice body punch.
Partio tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Podolski is able to avoid easily.
Partio is looking to slow Podolski down with leg kicks.
Podolski shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Partio eats them both and turns towards Podolski to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Partio keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD2#
Partio shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Partio showed some decent athleticism there.
Partio controlling the pace.
Podolski avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Partio. #T2#
Partio trying to control from half guard but Podolski is working away.
Partio is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Podolski reverses the position - he's now on top in Partio's guard.
Podolski wants to control from the top but Partio keeps moving.
Partio is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Podolski is stalling in the full guard.
Partio wants to sweep here but Podolski controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Partio looking to control. #SUB2#
Partio working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Podolski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Podolski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Partio looking for a guillotine here but Podolski defends easily. #SUB2#
Partio looking for subs off his back but Podolski has passed one foot through into half guard. #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.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Partio is looking to improve his position.
Podolski is trying to control the action in half guard but Partio is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Partio is looking to improve his position.
Partio is still trying to improve position.
Partio is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Katu Partio 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#
Podolski tries to score with a low kick but Partio moves his leg out of the way.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice shot lands for Podolski.
Partio is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Partio feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Podolski's calf.
Partio tries a low kick but Podolski avoids it.
A combination from Podolski does no damage.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Podolski jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A punch lands to the side of Podolski 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Podolski misses with a straight right.
Partio has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Podolski throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio feints the counter takedown.
A looping hook to the body misses from Partio. Podolski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Partio stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Partio lunges at Podolski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Podolski's hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
Michail Podolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Partio blocks a low kick nicely.
Podolski scores with a jab.#T1#
Partio looks to throw a body kick
and Podolski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Partio walks into a left hand. #ROC#
Partio is rocked!
Podolski drops Partio with a straight right hand, right on the button! Podolski follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Aspire Nutrition, into his post fight interview.

Event: Aspire 88: Savkov v Gracie
Date: Nov 08, 2017

#R1#
Podolski lands with a hook. Lee tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Podolski pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lee is out of range and Podolski settles back down.
Lee throws a leg kick that misses.
Podolski 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.
Podolski blocks a head kick by Lee.
Podolski was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Lee connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lee bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Podolski's head.
Lee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lee connects with a jab.
Podolski throws a hook but Lee blocks it.
Lee lands with a nice body kick.
Podolski scores with a hook to the body. Lee takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lee lands a nice shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski lands a really nice looking cross but Lee seems unphased.
A slapping leg kick lands for Podolski.
Podolski throws a body punch but Lee moves out of range.
Lee is looking to counter punch.
Podolski looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Podolski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T1#
Lee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Lee shoots in for a takedown but Podolski shows good takedown defense.
Lee motions for Podolski to come forward. Lee throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Lee takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Podolski misses with a hook.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lee walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Podolski scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lee doesn't seem bothered though.
Podolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Podolski throws a hook to the side of Lee's head but Lee sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Podolski throws a leg kick that misses.
Lee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lee to score with a decent uppercut.
Podolski lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lee throws a head kick but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski takes a swing at Lee's ribcage but misses. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lee lands with an overhand left.
Lee looks to land a body kick but Podolski moved away.
Podolski tries a quick counter leg kick but Lee is wise to it.
Lee attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lee throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Lee drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Podolski is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Lee tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Podolski tries to buck Lee off but Lee is having none of it.#T3##SUB#
Lee is trying to get an arm triangle but Podolski is defending well. #SUB#
Lee is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Podolski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Podolski prevents Lee from improving position.
Podolski is looking to reverse the position.#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.#SUB#
Lee working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Lee tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lee has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Lee tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lee has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Lee thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
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 Morrison Lee will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Lee lands a jab to Podolski's midsection.
Podolski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lee cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from Podolski misses.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Lee.
Podolski punishes Lee's body with a nice straight punch.
Podolski getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lee scores with the left hand. Podolski knows he should have avoided that one.
Podolski with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lee slips under a jab.
Podolski walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lee checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Lee half committed to a counter leg kick.
Podolski throws a series of punches but Lee avoids them all with ease.
A jab from Podolski misses.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee throws a head kick but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski connects with a solid leg kick.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Lee lands with a hook. Podolski tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Lee lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lee tries to score with a low kick but Podolski moves his leg out of the way.
Podolski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nice uppercut there from Lee.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lee buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lee throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lee takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lee shoots in for a double leg but Podolski sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lee ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lee throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Lee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski takes a swing at Lee's ribcage but misses.
Lee checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lee is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Podolski paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Podolski swings widly with a right hand
and Lee counters with a nice body kick. #T2#
Lee takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Podolski swings widly with a right hand
and Lee connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Lee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Lee swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lee takes one on the button.
Podolski blocks a jab.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
Lee is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lee scores with a jab. Podolski acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Podolski misses with an uppercut.
Lee cracks Podolski with a good jab.#CUT#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
Podolski on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but Lee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lee keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lee throws the left hand but Podolski avoids the punch easily.
Podolski scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT2#
It looks like Morrison Lee has been cut.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but Lee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Lee sizes up Podolski with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lee cracks Podolski with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lee takes a head kick and keeps coming. #ROC2#
Lee is rocked!
Podolski digs a good hook to Lee's body.
Oh Lee is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Podolski throws a right and a left that both miss.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lee seems to have got his legs back now.
Lee throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Nice cross by Lee.
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!
Podolski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lee's sensitive parts.
Podolski tries to move into range but Lee moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lee ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Podolski lands a jab to the head.
Lee thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lee takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Podolski uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Podolski looks to land a left hand but Lee moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Podolski misses with a leg kick
enabling Lee to counter with a crisp jab.
Lee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Lee moved away.
Lee takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Lee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Lee was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lee.
Podolski moves away from the strike by Lee.
Lee moves out of range of the strikes.
A left lands for Podolski.
Lee throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Podolski on the side of the head.
Lee bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lee lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski misses with a series of wild punches.
Podolski checks a low kick from Lee.
Podolski takes a shot to the body in his stride.
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 Morrison Lee will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Lee 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.
Podolski misses with a looping left.
Lee throws out a loose jab but Podolski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Podolski getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Podolski misses with a hook. Lee ducked under it nicely.
Podolski misses with a looping right.
Podolski throws a hook but Lee blocks it.
Podolski tests Lee's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lee moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
A big right from Podolski misses.
It appears Lee was looking to counter with a kick there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Lee throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Podolski tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lee is in Podolski's guard.
Podolski can't keep his opponent in guard - Lee advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski is not content to let Lee control the position.#T1##SUB#
Lee is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Podolski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lee.
Podolski won't allow Lee to pass to mount.
We've been hearing that Lee has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Podolski is trying is best to control the position here.
Lee wants to lay and pray for a moment but Podolski keeps working. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lee perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Lee is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Podolski has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lee is looking to take a break and control but Podolski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Lee is looking for a kimura here.
Lee tries to pass to full mount but Podolski defends it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Lee throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A leg kick checked by Lee.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD#
Lee shoots in and bounces Podolski off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Lee wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving.
Lee advances position into side control!#T4#
Lee wants to control but Podolski is keeping him busy.
Podolski prevents Lee from improving position. #SUB#
Lee is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Podolski has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Podolski trying to remain calm as Lee controls from the top position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Aspire 84: McGee v Yamaguchi
Date: Oct 18, 2017

#R1#
Gracie slips under a jab.
Gracie half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Podolski. Those never looked like landing.
Gracie tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Podolski manages to circle out of the way.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but Gracie ducks down to avoid it.
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski tests Gracie's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gracie.
Podolski throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Gracie is looking to counter the offense by Podolski and move into the clinch.
Podolski lands a right hook to the body.
Podolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Gracie was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gracie seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Podolski throws the kick towards the body but Gracie avoids it.
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Gracie is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Gracie has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Gracie there as he acknowledges the shot.
Gracie steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski throws a chopping leg kick but Gracie manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Gracie uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Gracie there.
Podolski misses with a double jab #CL#
and Gracie counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Gracie.
Gracie keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Podolski's efforts to push away.
Podolski wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Gracie is struggling to control the position.#BC2#
Podolski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Gracie moved out of range.
Podolski swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Gracie counters with a single leg into guard. Podolski didn't expect that.
Podolski keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Podolski is keeping the position.
Gracie slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T2##SUB#
Gracie wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Podolski, who protects the arm well.
Gracie tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Gracie wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Podolski, who protects the arm well. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Podolski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Gracie tries to move to mount but Podolski blocks the move with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Gracie trying to control the position but Podolski is working away. #SUB#
Gracie is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Podolski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Gracie tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gracie is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Podolski knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Michail Podolski 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#
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gracie was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Podolski tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Gracie paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Podolski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gracie moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Podolski throws a nice outside leg kick.
Gracie throws a body shot but no joy.
Gracie uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Gracie changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Podolski looks to land a left hand but Gracie moved out of range nicely.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Gracie stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Podolski.
Gracie slips under a jab from Podolski.
A jab from Podolski finds it's way through Gracie's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
Gracie attempts a counter takedown but Podolski avoids it well and moves away.
Podolski with a nice cross.
Gracie uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Podolski.
Gracie tries to clinch but Podolski is having none of it.
Podolski appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
An inside leg kick from Podolski misses.
Podolski fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gracie looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T1#
Podolski looks to land a left hand but Gracie moved out of range nicely.#TD#
Gracie looking to score a takedown here. Podolski is defending well but Gracie drives through and ends up in Podolski's guard.
Gracie advances position into side control!#SUB#
Gracie is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Podolski knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Podolski is trying to escape the position but Gracie is controlling the position.
Podolski is not content to let Gracie control the position. #T2#
I wouldn't like to be where Podolski is right now.
Gracie wants to control but Podolski is keeping him busy.
Podolski tries to bench press Gracie off him but Gracie keeps the position.
Podolski can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Gracie wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Podolski, who protects the arm well.
Rollo Gracie overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Podolski tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Podolski is squirming around nicely.
Podolski tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Podolski tries to improve his position but instead Gracie has taken his back! #T4##SUB#
Gracie looking for the choke from the back.
Podolski is keeping busy.
Gracie is really struggling to control Podolski but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Gracie controls the position.
Podolski breaks Gracie's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Gracie escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Podolski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Podolski controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Podolski misses with a leg kick.
Podolski throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Podolski connects with a solid leg kick.
Podolski with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A big right from Podolski misses.
Gracie tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Podolski manages to circle out of the way.
Podolski cracks Gracie with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Gracie is out of range.
Podolski throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Gracie decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Podolski's guard.
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
Podolski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Podolski swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Podolski has control of Gracie's left arm, preventing Gracie from doing any damage.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Podolski swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Gracie drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Podolski manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Gracie has Podolski in his guard.#REVB#
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Podolski must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#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.
Gracie lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Podolski keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass. #SUB#
Gracie 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.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving. #T3#
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Podolski is keeping the position for now.
Gracie is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Podolski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Podolski is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Podolski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gracie.
Podolski is looking to slow Gracie down with leg kicks.
Podolski throws a leg kick #TD#
and Gracie counters with a shoot takedown. Podolski fights it but they end up in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Podolski is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie trying to control but Podolski is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Michail Podolski.
I've got Podolski 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 James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Michail Podolski made sure he mentioned Aspire Nutrition, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: Aspire 77: Podolski v Souvlaki
Date: Sep 24, 2017

#R1#
Souvlaki will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Podolski scores with a leg kick.
Podolski throws a body punch but Souvlaki moves out of range.
Podolski misses with a wild combination.
Podolski buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Souvlaki slips a jab and a cross from Podolski.
We've been told by Podolski's head coaches at Bare knuckle Fighters that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Podolski motions for Souvlaki to come forward. Podolski throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Souvlaki lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Souvlaki works the jab nicely.
Souvlaki lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Podolski circles away quickly and effectively.
Souvlaki 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.
Souvlaki dives in for a single leg takedown but Podolski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Podolski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Souvlaki.
Souvlaki shoots for a double leg takedown but Podolski sprawls well. He's pushed Souvlaki's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Podolski went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Michail Podolski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Koulouraki Souvlaki.
Souvlaki shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Souvlaki showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Podolski.
A little jabbing left from Souvlaki on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Podolski throws a poor cross that misses
and Souvlaki counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Podolski.
Podolski thows a leg kick but Souvlaki checks it #TD2#
and Souvlaki counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Souvlaki sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Podolski defending well though.
Podolski gets full guard.
Souvlaki throws a big elbow that misses.
Souvlaki scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Souvlaki 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.
Souvlaki throws a big elbow that misses.
Souvlaki is working Podolski over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Souvlaki makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
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!
Podolski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Souvlaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Podolski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Souvlaki is looking to work some ground and pound but Podolski has wrist control.
Souvlaki working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Podolski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Souvlaki.
Souvlaki throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Souvlaki wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving.
Souvlaki working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Podolski looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Souvlaki throws a strike but Podolski rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Souvlaki manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Podolski manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Souvlaki scoring with some ground and pound. #T3#
Souvlaki working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Souvlaki content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Souvlaki with a flurry of punches that miss.
Souvlaki wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving.
Souvlaki chips away with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Podolski looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Souvlaki throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Podolski works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Souvlaki throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Souvlaki throws an elbow that misses. Podolski uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Souvlaki's guard. Nice move by Podolski!#REVR##T4#
Souvlaki wants to sweep here but Podolski controlling him for the moment.
Souvlaki seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Souvlaki is striking but Podolski is not phased and passes to half guard.
Podolski prevents Souvlaki from improving his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Koulouraki Souvlaki will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fighters circling - Podolski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Souvlaki fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Podolski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#TD2#
Souvlaki drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ground and pound from Souvlaki seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Souvlaki tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Souvlaki tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Souvlaki throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Podolski works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Podolski gets full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Podolski holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
Podolski utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Podolski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Podolski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Podolski keeping moving, preventing Souvlaki from controlling successfully.
Souvlaki chips away with some ground and pound.
Souvlaki looking to pass the guard.
Souvlaki wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving.
Souvlaki is fighting to break Podolski's control of his arms but Podolski is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Souvlaki throws an elbow that misses. Podolski uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Souvlaki's guard. Nice move by Podolski!#REVR#
Souvlaki wants to sweep here but Podolski controlling him for the moment.
Souvlaki bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Podolski's guard. #REVB#
Souvlaki throwing strikes from guard but Podolski blocks nicely.
Podolski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Souvlaki.
Souvlaki loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Souvlaki lands a couple of digs.
Souvlaki cracks Podolski with a solid left hand.
Souvlaki postures up in Podolski's guard and throws a big left but Podolski blocks it. #T3#
Souvlaki throws an elbow that misses. Podolski uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Souvlaki's guard. Nice move by Podolski!#REVR#
Souvlaki wants to sweep here but Podolski controlling him for the moment.
Souvlaki throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Souvlaki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Souvlaki is on top in guard. #REVB#
Podolski utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Souvlaki controlling from the top position.
Souvlaki working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Souvlaki won't allow Podolski to sweep him here. #T4#
Souvlaki slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Podolski pulls Souvlaki in close to his closed guard and prevents Souvlaki from doing any damage or advancing position.
Souvlaki throwing strikes but missing.
Souvlaki postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Souvlaki forces his way into half guard.
Souvlaki throwing shots but Podolski is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Koulouraki Souvlaki showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3##TD2#
Souvlaki fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Podolski sprawls well initially but Souvlaki persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Souvlaki is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Podolski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Souvlaki.
Souvlaki is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Souvlaki lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Koulouraki Souvlaki has got the better of the ground game so far.
Podolski is staying active underneath Souvlaki, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Podolski is doing well to control the position and prevent Souvlaki from advancing to side control.
Souvlaki trying to mount his opponent but Podolski defends it.
Podolski avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Souvlaki. #T1#
Souvlaki missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Podolski blocking the ground and pound attempt from Souvlaki. #SUB2#
Souvlaki seems to be looking for submissions.
Souvlaki not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Souvlaki throwing shots but Podolski is blocking nicely.
Souvlaki wants to control but Podolski is keeping him busy.
Souvlaki not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Souvlaki is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Souvlaki is keen to just control but Podolski is a slippery customer.
Souvlaki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Souvlaki working the head and body with strikes.
Podolski on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Souvlaki is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Souvlaki not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Souvlaki is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Podolski has managed to free his arm - good work.
Podolski is positioning himself well to prevent Souvlaki advancing to mount.
Souvlaki throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Souvlaki trying to control from half guard but Podolski is working away. #T3#
Podolski wants to get back to full guard.
Souvlaki is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nice strikes from Souvlaki there.
Podolski keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Souvlaki working over Podolski with some ground and pound. Podolski looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Podolski taking some punishment here, with Souvlaki in his half guard. #ROC2#
Podolski is rocked!
Souvlaki thows a huge punch but Podolski dodges it nicely.
Oh Podolski is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Souvlaki seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Souvlaki wants to pass to mount but Podolski is defending the position. #T4#
Souvlaki throws a strike but Podolski avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Podolski seems to have got his legs back now.
Souvlaki trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Souvlaki distracts Podolski with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Podolski avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Souvlaki is looking to work some ground and pound but Podolski has wrist control.
Souvlaki in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Souvlaki accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Souvlaki stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Podolski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Podolski keeping moving, preventing Souvlaki from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Koulouraki Souvlaki 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#
Souvlaki dives in for a single leg takedown but Podolski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A left and a right from Souvlaki both land. Nice combination.
Souvlaki fails to land the takedown.
Podolski tries a low kick but Souvlaki avoids it.
Souvlaki tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Podolski swivels and escapes.
Michail Podolski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Koulouraki Souvlaki.
Podolski throws a right and a left that Souvlaki avoids nicely.
Podolski misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Souvlaki counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Podolski!
Sloppy strikes there by Souvlaki.
Souvlaki sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Podolski is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The strikes coming from Souvlaki are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Podolski avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Souvlaki.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Souvlaki with the ground and pound but Podolski regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.#T1#
Souvlaki throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Podolski to regain full guard.
Souvlaki with a nice head shot there.
Souvlaki postures up in Podolski's guard and throws a big left but Podolski blocks it.
Souvlaki postures up and lands a big shot to Podolski's brow.
Souvlaki is working Podolski over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Souvlaki wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving.
Souvlaki throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Souvlaki postures up in Podolski's guard and throws a big left but Podolski blocks it.
Souvlaki throws a big right hand that misses.
Souvlaki throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Podolski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Souvlaki.
Podolski keeping moving, preventing Souvlaki from controlling successfully.
Souvlaki is working Podolski over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Souvlaki missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Souvlaki drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Podolski manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Souvlaki has Podolski in his guard.#REVR#
Podolski postures up.
Souvlaki wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Podolski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Podolski preventing the sweep.
Souvlaki is pulling down on Podolski's head. It's preventing any offense from Podolski, at least for the moment.
Souvlaki looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Podolski puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Souvlaki is looking to improve his position.
Souvlaki slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Souvlaki wants to improve his position but instead Podolski has moved into half guard. #T4#
Podolski blocks the strikes from Souvlaki.
Podolski is controlling the pace.
Souvlaki works his way to full guard. Good work.
Souvlaki has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Podolski has passed into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Souvlaki is looking to reverse the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Koulouraki Souvlaki will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Podolski misses with an uppercut.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Souvlaki fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Souvlaki.
A little feinted left hand from Podolski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Podolski throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Souvlaki counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Podolski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Souvlaki trying to control but Podolski is working from the bottom.
Souvlaki throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Souvlaki postures up in Podolski's guard and throws a big left but Podolski blocks it.
Souvlaki lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Souvlaki postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Souvlaki stays in close to Podolski's body and controls the position.
Souvlaki postures up in Podolski's guard and throws a big left but Podolski blocks it.
Podolski keeping moving, preventing Souvlaki from controlling successfully.
Souvlaki is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Souvlaki shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Podolski is trying to defend but Souvlaki finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB2#
Souvlaki is looking for a kimura but Podolski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Souvlaki to get the leverage. #T2#
Souvlaki landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Souvlaki lands with a punch from half guard.
Souvlaki throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Souvlaki sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Podolski defending well though.
Podolski is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Souvlaki's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Souvlaki's back!
Souvlaki wants to escape the position.
Podolski is riding his opponent, not letting Souvlaki buck him off.
Podolski has the hooks in. Souvlaki is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Souvlaki breaks Podolski's hooks off and manages to turn into his 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!
Souvlaki content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Souvlaki wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving. #T3#
Souvlaki postures up in Podolski's guard and throws a big left but Podolski blocks it.
Souvlaki is in close to Podolski's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Souvlaki looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Souvlaki postures up and lands a big shot to Podolski's brow.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Souvlaki controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Souvlaki is in close to Podolski's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Souvlaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Podolski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Podolski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Podolski has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Souvlaki can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Souvlaki missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Souvlaki accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Souvlaki working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Souvlaki controlling from the top position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Koulouraki Souvlaki comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Souvlaki 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 James Glass scores the fight 44:50
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 46:48
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 45:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Koulouraki Souvlaki!
Koulouraki Souvlaki is the new featherweight champion!
Koulouraki Souvlaki very nearly forgot to thank My$tic Clothing ~ (`10%Laundry`) amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: Aspire 70: McGee v Podolski
Date: Aug 27, 2017

#R1#
Podolski takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McGee uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Podolski.
McGee connects with a solid leg kick.
McGee looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Podolski swings for the body but McGee moves out of range.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McGee throws out the jab.
Podolski scores with a body shot.
A big right from McGee misses.
Podolski throws out a counter right but McGee avoids it with no problem.
McGee thumps Podolski with a low kick.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski works McGee's body with a nice hook.#CL#
Podolski gets tackled into the cage by McGee. McGee maintains the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Podolski's face as he tries to break the clinch.
McGee has Podolski pressed against the cage, preventing Podolski from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
McGee misses with a punch on the inside.
Podolski scores with a shoulder strike.
Podolski has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Podolski is looking to break free of the clinch but McGee has double underhooks.
Podolski prevents a body shot from McGee. #T1#
McGee tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGee tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Podolski breaks from the clinch.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McGee.
A left lands for McGee.
Podolski lands a nice leg kick that just misses McGee's sensitive parts.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McGee chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Podolski can pounce on him.
Podolski defending well as McGee loads up on a big left hand.
McGee misses with a body shot.
McGee takes a swing at Podolski's ribcage but misses.
Podolski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Podolski throws a poor cross that misses
and Podolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Podolski sizes up McGee with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McGee thuds his right hand into Podolski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
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!
McGee throws a half hearted mid kick.
McGee lands a nice leg kick that just misses Podolski's sensitive parts.
McGee throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
McGee connects with a jab.
Podolski throws a leg kick that misses.
Danga de danga de dang - Podolski scores with a four punch combination!
Podolski takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McGee checks the leg kick.
Podolski tries a low kick but McGee avoids it.
Podolski misses with a straight right.
Podolski motions for McGee to come forward. Podolski throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGee jabs Podolski right on the nose. Podolski blinks but takes it well.
McGee lands a leg kick that knocks Podolski off balance momentarily.
McGee throws a low kick but Podolski avoids it.
Podolski catches McGee with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
An inside leg kick lands from Podolski.
McGee lunges at Podolski with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Podolski's hand.
Podolski thuds a left hand into McGee's body.#T3#
Podolski circles away from the clinch attempt.
Podolski swings for the body but McGee moves out of range.
McGee moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski works the jab nicely.
Podolski connects with a crisp jab.
McGee bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Podolski misses the jab.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
McGee lands with a hook. Podolski tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
McGee tries to clinch up.
McGee lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McGee moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski works McGee's body with a nice hook.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
McGee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McGee misses with a body kick.#T4#
Podolski throws a jab when McGee was well out of range.
Podolski with a hook.
McGee's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Podolski connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McGee scrambles back to his feet.
Podolski fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McGee checks it well.
McGee stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Podolski.
McGee wants to slow Podolski down by chopping away at his legs.
McGee avoids the body shot from Podolski.
McGee went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
McGee is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Podolski scores with a hook.
McGee connects with a good right hand that stumbles Podolski. Podolski circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Podolski takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Podolski throws an off balance right hand
and McGee counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Podolski lands a two punch combo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Podolski walks into a straight right hand from McGee.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGee moves away.
McGee throwing a counter right hand but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Podolski slips under a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Michail Podolski will probably get the nod.
That's time! McGee's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Podolski misses with an uppercut.
The fighters circle momentarily. Podolski darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Podolski with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target.
Good shot there by McGee.
Nice uppercut lands for McGee. That snapped Podolski's head back.
McGee moves away from the strike by Podolski.
McGee showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Podolski.
Podolski jabs McGee right on the nose. McGee blinks but takes it well.
McGee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McGee throws out a leg kick but Podolski moves out of range and McGee only half commits.
Podolski has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Podolski there as he acknowledges the shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Podolski misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McGee counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
McGee doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McGee looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but McGee is just out of range.
Podolski stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McGee slips a jab from Podolski.
Podolski throws a leg kick
and McGee counters with a nice leg kick.
Podolski throws out a loose jab but McGee uses good head movement to avoid it.
McGee attempts a counter takedown but Podolski avoids it well and moves away.
McGee defending well as Podolski loads up on a big left hand.
McGee catches Podolski with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGee tried to counter with a leg kick but Podolski avoided it.
Podolski throws the left hand but McGee avoids the punch easily.
McGee motions for Podolski to come forward. McGee throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McGee has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
McGee ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Podolski moves away.
McGee lands a jab to the nose.
McGee scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Podolski lands with a shot to the body.
A slow jab from McGee misses its intended target. #T2#
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McGee throws a low kick but Podolski moves out of range easily.
Podolski's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McGee, as that shot connected.
McGee moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Podolski misses with a double jab.
A counter left hand to the body from McGee misses its target.
Podolski closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Podolski with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McGee pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McGee moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
McGee connects with a body shot.
No joy there for Podolski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Podolski slips under a jab.
Podolski throws a leg kick that misses.
McGee dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGee was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.#T3#
Podolski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGee chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Podolski avoids the body shot from McGee.
McGee takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Podolski throws a left and a right that both miss
and Podolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Podolski throws a nice inside leg kick.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGee was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
McGee scores with a jab to the jaw.
McGee misses with a body kick.
McGee bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Podolski takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Podolski wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McGee digs a good hook to Podolski's 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!
Podolski takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McGee tries to clinch but Podolski moves out of range.
McGee feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Podolski's calf.#T4#
McGee works Podolski's body with a nice hook.
Podolski moves out of range as McGee strikes.
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
McGee bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Podolski will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Podolski takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. McGee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but McGee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jab, jab by McGee - just one landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGee tries to land a front kick but Podolski steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McGee goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Podolski swings widly with a right hand
enabling McGee to counter with a crisp jab.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from McGee, right into the meat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Riff McGee dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Michail Podolski's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
McGee scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
McGee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Podolski walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Podolski.
Podolski throws a leg kick which misses McGee's front leg but catches the back leg as McGee tries to avoid it.
McGee misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McGee.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but McGee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McGee slips a straight right by Podolski.
Podolski buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
McGee lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski looks to throw the jab but McGee is out of range.
Podolski scores with a one two! McGee had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Podolski motions for McGee to come forward. Podolski throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Podolski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Podolski takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
McGee lands a glancing blow to the side of Podolski's head.
A jab from Podolski finds it's way through McGee's defenses.
McGee jabs at Podolski's body.
Podolski on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Podolski digs a good hook to McGee's body.
McGee connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Podolski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McGee.
Podolski misses with a straight left.
Podolski tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A good leg kick by McGee.
McGee looks to throw the jab but Podolski is out of range.
Podolski throws a low kick, looking for McGee's leg but McGee calmly moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McGee stuns Podolski with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Podolski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McGee circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
McGee scores with a decent looking hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McGee, as that shot connected.
McGee throws a head kick but Podolski moves out of range.
McGee scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL2#
Podolski closes the distance and pushes McGee back into the cage.
McGee misses with a hook from the clinch.
Podolski working hard to break the clinch.
Podolski has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McGee lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Podolski lands a nice uppercut.
Podolski blocks a body shot from McGee.
Podolski misses with a punch on the inside.
Podolski wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A short right from McGee. #BC2#
Podolski breaks from the clinch. #T3#
McGee stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Podolski throws the left hand but McGee avoids the punch easily.
Podolski takes a kick to the side of the head.#ROC#
Podolski is rocked!
McGee throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Podolski is still on wobbly legs! Can McGee finish him?
Podolski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A counter left hand to the body from McGee misses its target.
Podolski misses with a left hand
and McGee counters with a nice uppercut.
Podolski darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McGee swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski seems to have recovered his senses.
McGee tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from McGee.
Podolski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 McGee has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McGee and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McGee checks a leg kick.
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but McGee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McGee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Podolski misses with a looping right.#T4#
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
An attempted straight right counter from McGee misses the target.
Podolski looks to land a left hand but McGee moved out of range nicely.
Podolski throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McGee connects with a solid leg kick.
McGee attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
McGee throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGee throws an overhand right that lands on Podolski's shoulder, as Podolski tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski feints a counter leg kick.#CL#
McGee closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Podolski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McGee manages to avoid it.
Podolski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McGee connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Podolski scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Podolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGee was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McGee was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Podolski attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Riff McGee clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Michail Podolski's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGee sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Podolski takes a jab right on the kisser.
Podolski connects with the punch.
Podolski lands a glancing blow to the side of McGee's head.
McGee is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McGee tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from McGee.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McGee.
A punch lands to the side of McGee 's head but he takes it in his stride.
McGee ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
Podolski scoring well with a low kick there.
McGee lands with a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Podolski swings for the body but McGee moves out of range.
Podolski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Podolski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Podolski misses with a straight left.
McGee slips a straight right by Podolski.
Podolski swats away the attempt to clinch by McGee.
McGee wants to clinch up but Podolski keeps it at a distance.
Podolski scores with a jab to the jaw.
Podolski misses with a hook. McGee ducked under it nicely.
McGee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Podolski.
A decent looking cross lands there for Podolski.
Podolski throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McGee stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McGee feints and then cracks Podolski's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Podolski down.
McGee checks a low kick from Podolski.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from McGee misses the target.#T2#
McGee finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Podolski throws a hook to the side of McGee's head but McGee sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Podolski moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as McGee blocks the leg kick.
McGee keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McGee ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jab by McGee.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. McGee moves away and avoids it.
McGee tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Podolski manages to circle out of the way.
McGee dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Podolski. That did some damage!
Podolski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGee sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Podolski swings for the body but McGee moves out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as McGee blocks the leg kick.
McGee listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Podolski drops his hands momentarily and McGee takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Podolski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
McGee pushes Podolski away with a front kick.
McGee checks the leg kick.
McGee scores with a nice right hand.
Podolski throws a shot to the body.
Podolski moves out of range of the strikes.
McGee is looking to score with low kicks.
A good leg kick by McGee.
McGee moves out of range of the strikes.
Podolski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McGee to score with a decent uppercut.
Podolski throws a looping overhand right but McGee ducks down to avoid it.
McGee changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McGee lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Podolski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McGee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
McGee showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Podolski. #T4#
McGee with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Podolski finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McGee bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGee takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McGee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Podolski.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. McGee saw that one coming.
Podolski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Podolski throws the left hand but McGee avoids the punch easily.
McGee moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Podolski connects with a nice looking jab.
Podolski lands a jab.
Podolski looks to land a left hand but McGee moved out of range nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Michail Podolski's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R5#
The crowd cheers as Podolski lands an impressive looking overhand right. McGee doesn't seem phased though.
Podolski gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McGee has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Podolski.
McGee tries to close the distance and clinch up but Podolski swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little jabbing left from Podolski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Podolski misses with a two punch combination.
A jab from Podolski misses.
As Podolski tries to get set, McGee tries to push him back and clinch up but Podolski manages to avoid the attempt.
Podolski works McGee's body with a nice hook.
Podolski moves out of range as McGee strikes.
Podolski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Podolski misses. #TD#
McGee closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - McGee lands in his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGee wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Podolski wants to sweep but no luck.
McGee wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving.
Podolski pulls McGee in close to prevent any damage.
McGee slips nicely into half guard.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
McGee is trying to control. Podolski wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
McGee works his way into side control.
A lull in the action here as McGee stalls from top position.
Podolski manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Podolski is thwarting McGee's attempts to control the position.#T3#
McGee manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
McGee is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
McGee wants to sweep here but Podolski controlling him for the moment. #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.
Podolski wants to control from the top but McGee keeps moving.
McGee is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
McGee has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Podolski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McGee is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Michail Podolski.
I think Podolski 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 James Atkins scores the fight 47:48
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 48:48
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski is the new featherweight champion!
Michail Podolski really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Aspire Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Aspire 63: McGee vs Miletich
Date: Jul 30, 2017

#R1#
Carter scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Podolski takes a swing at Carter's ribcage but misses.
Carter appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Carter moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Podolski walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Carter checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Podolski swings widly with a right hand
and Carter counters with a stiff right hand.
Carter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've been informed that Podolski 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.
Carter lands a glancing blow to the side of Podolski's head.#TD#
Carter shoots in and gets a takedown into Podolski's guard.
Podolski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Carter trying to control but Podolski is working from the bottom.
Carter is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Podolski is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Podolski trying to keep a closed guard but Carter is proving a slippery customer.
Carter trying to control the position from guard on top but Podolski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Carter pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Podolski is keeping the position for now.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Carter throws a big elbow that misses.
Carter stays in close to Podolski's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Podolski blocks a jab.
Podolski scores with a shot to the body.
Podolski scores with a hook.
Carter is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski. #T2#
Carter shoots in but no luck this time.
Podolski misses with a hook. Carter ducked under it nicely.
Carter swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Carter ducks under a wild hook from Podolski.
An attempted straight right counter from Carter misses the target.
Podolski lands a lovely overhand right.
Podolski misses with a hook. Carter ducked under it nicely.
Podolski throws a right and a left that Carter avoids nicely.
Podolski rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Carter to counter with a crisp jab.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Carter throws out the jab.
Carter has been working on his balance at True North Fight Team, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Podolski.
Carter checks the leg kick.
Carter misses with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Carter attempts a counter takedown but Podolski avoids it well and moves away.
Good work by Carter as he checks the leg kick.
Podolski lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A slow jab from Podolski misses its intended target. #T3#
Podolski lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Carter fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Carter manages to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Podolski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Carter tries to counter with a takedown but Podolski is quick to defend against it.
Carter doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Podolski lunges at Carter with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Carter's hand.
A low kick from Podolski misses
and Carter connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice body punch from Podolski.
A jab lands there for Podolski.#CUT2#
It looks like Michael Carter has been cut.
Carter checks the leg kick nicely there.
Carter is looking to counter punch.
Podolski swings widly with a right hand
and Carter counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Podolski fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Carter looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
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!
Podolski lands a body shot. #T4#
Carter uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Carter misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Podolski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Podolski swings for the body but Carter moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Carter tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Carter misses the shot to the body.
A big right from Podolski misses.
Carter misses with a takedown attempt - Podolski sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Carter. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Carter moves away and avoids it.
Carter feinted with a counter takedown.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Carter was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Podolski lands a slapping body shot.
Podolski misses with a straight left.
Podolski on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michael Carter's cut.
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#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Podolski 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 Carter has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Carter and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A little feinted left hand from Carter on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Carter moves away and avoids it.
Carter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab from Podolski does it's job there.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Carter was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Podolski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Carter slips under a jab.
Podolski attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Podolski tried to score with a low kick but Carter checks it.
Carter throwing a counter right hand but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Carter drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab lands there for Podolski.
Carter takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Carter connects with a body shot.
Carter looks to land a combination but Podolski avoids it well.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Carter sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Nice body punch from Podolski.
Carter looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Podolski swings away with a body shot that misses
and Carter counters with a stiff right hand.
Podolski lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Carter slips the punch.
Carter is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Carter takes a jab right on the kisser.
Carter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Carter takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Podolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A jab from Podolski misses.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
Podolski takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Carter lands a right hook to the body. #T2#
Podolski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Carter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Carter does a little dance to reset his feet.
Podolski misses with a straight left.
Carter drops down looking for a counter takedown but Podolski sprawls and moves away.
Carter wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice uppercut lands for Podolski. That snapped Carter's head back.
Carter moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Carter uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
A quick step to the side and Carter tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski takes a swing at Carter's ribcage but misses.
Carter punishes Podolski's body with a nice straight punch.
Podolski looks to land a combination but Carter avoids it well.
A little feinted left hand from Carter on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Podolski throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Carter counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Carter wants to control from the top but Podolski keeps moving. #T3#
Podolski working a defensive guard here.
Carter pushing down on Podolski's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Podolski wants to get back to full guard.
Podolski avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Carter.
Carter tries to pass to full mount but Podolski defends it.
Ground and pound from Carter.
Carter is looking to take a break and control but Podolski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Carter is trying to work for a kimura but Podolski is defending well. #T4#
Carter wants to take a breather but Podolski is having none of it.
Carter throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Carter missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Carter 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.
Carter is nestled in close to Podolski, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Carter thows a huge punch but Podolski dodges it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Michael Carter's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski throws a shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Podolski. Beautiful body shot.
Podolski with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Carter to score with a decent uppercut.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski takes one to the chin there.
Podolski takes a swing at Carter's ribcage but misses.
A big right from Podolski misses.
Carter looks to score with a jab to the body but Podolski is just out of range.
Podolski lands a nice looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Carter gets a takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Carter sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Podolski defending well though. #T1#
Carter is keen to just control but Podolski is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Carter wants to pass to mount but Podolski is defending the position.
Carter missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Carter trying to pass the guard but Podolski defending well.
Carter thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Carter throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Podolski tries to roll over but Carter keeps him under control.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Carter moves into full mount! Podolski won't be happy about that!
Carter thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Carter lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Podolski hang on?
Carter lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Carter takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Carter working Podolski over with strikes here.
Carter throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Podolski because Carter loaded up on that one.
Carter thowing shots but they're missing.
Michael Carter has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Carter throwing strikes here but Podolski is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Poor strikes thrown by Carter there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Carter has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Podolski's face.
Carter scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Podolski? #SUB#
Carter jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Podolski is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Podolski and Carter has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Carter throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Podolski works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Carter prevents Podolski from improving his position.#T4#
Carter missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Carter throws a strike but Podolski avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Carter works over Podolski with some ground and pound from guard.
Carter missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Podolski seems keen to control Carter's posture.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Carter accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Carter throws a big elbow that misses.
Carter throwing strikes but missing.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Aspire Nutrition, into his post fight interview.

Event: Aspire 45: Hayes vs Gracie
Date: Jun 17, 2017

#R1#
An inside leg kick from Podolski misses.
Podolski thows a leg kick but Michael checks it
letting Michael counter with a right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
Michael checks a low kick from Podolski.
Michael scores with a leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Michael.
Michael misses with a hook to the body
and Podolski counters with a nice body shot.
Podolski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Podolski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL2#
Michael closes the distance and pushes Podolski back into the cage.
Podolski tries to break free but Michael pushes him back against the cage.
Podolski working hard to break the clinch.
Michael lands a shot to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Michael fails to land.
Michael with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Podolski wants to break free but Michael has control.
Michael lands a hook that snaps the head of Podolski backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Podolski breaks the clinch.
Podolski dips to his left and cracks Michael with an uppercut!#T1#
Michael scores with a crisp jab that stopped Podolski in his tracks.
Michael defending well as Podolski loads up on a big left hand.
A lazy left from Michael finds it's target.
Michael walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Podolski checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Michael lands a head shot.
Podolski throws a shot from downtown. Michael moves away and avoids it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Michael checks a leg kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Podolski.
Michael is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
An inside leg kick lands from Podolski.
Podolski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Michael.
Podolski lands a jab to the head.
Podolski uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski throws a shot to the body.
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Michael.
Michael was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Michael is looking to score with low kicks.
Michael on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Podolski throws a low kick, looking for Michael's leg but Michael calmly moves out of range. #T2#
Michael keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Michael takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Michael looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Podolski thuds a left hand into Michael's body.
Nice uppercut lands for Michael. That snapped Podolski's head back.
Podolski keeps the fight on the outside.
Podolski moves out of range of the leg kick from Michael.
A punch combination from Podolski misses.
Podolski throws a right and a left that both miss.
Michael scores with a head kick.
Michael walks into a jab.
Podolski circles away from the clinch attempt.
Podolski swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Michael wants to land a leg kick but Podolski is out of range.
Podolski slips under a jab from Michael.
Podolski scores with a hook to the body. Michael takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A head kick misses from Podolski.
Michael tries to counter by closing the distance.
Michael looks to clinch
and Podolski makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
It looks like Podolski has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#T3#
Podolski misses with a looping left.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Podolski checks a leg kick.
Michael drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Podolski goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Podolski thuds a left hand into Michael's body.
Michael staying out of range there.
Michael misses with a head kick.
Michael plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Podolski lands a hook that stumbles Michael back into the cage. Podolski follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Michael to the canvas! Podolski pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Michael has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Aspire Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 42
Date: Jun 02, 2017

#R1#
Podolski looks to throw the jab but Hashimoto is out of range.
Podolski lands a jab to Hashimoto's midsection.
Podolski chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nice body punch from Podolski.
A telegraphed right hand from Podolski misses the target.
And Hashimoto tries to counter it with a takedown but Podolski pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hashimoto slips a straight right by Podolski.
Hashimoto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A low kick from Podolski is predictable there #TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a single leg into guard. Podolski didn't expect that.
Hashimoto controlling from the top position. #T1#
Podolski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hashimoto. #SU2#
Hashimoto decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Podolski, up you get!
Podolski misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Podolski!
Hashimoto taking a breather here.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Hashimoto in side control, throwing shots but Podolski defends.
Hashimoto content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T2#
It looks like Hashimoto might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Podolski is not content to let Hashimoto control the position.
Hashimoto throws an elbow but Podolski slips to the side and avoids it well.
Hashimoto wants to control for a moment but Podolski uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #T3#
Podolski moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Podolski wants to sweep here but Hashimoto controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Podolski controls Hashimoto momentarily but Hashimoto frees himself.
Hashimoto 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. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Podolski throws an overhand right that lands on Hashimoto's shoulder, as Hashimoto tries to avoid the shot.
Podolski defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hashimoto.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Hashimoto is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Podolski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Podolski scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Podolski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hashimoto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Hashimoto staying out of range there.
Hashimoto with the counter takedown but Podolski avoids it easily.
Podolski misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Podolski!
A lull in the action here as Hashimoto stalls from top position.
Podolski manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hashimoto's best efforts.
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 Michail Podolski 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#
Podolski scores with a jab to the head.
A low kick from Podolski is predictable there #TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a nice double leg into side control. Podolski won't be happy with that.
Podolski tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Podolski tries to reverse the position but Hashimoto maintains control.
Hashimoto controlling from mount.
Podolski slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Podolski tries to roll over but Hashimoto keeps him under control.#T1#
Hashimoto throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Podolski to regain full guard. #SU2#
Hashimoto stands up from Podolski's guard - Hashimoto perhaps looking for a knockout.
Podolski swings for the body but Hashimoto moves out of range.
Podolski throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Hashimoto.
Hashimoto slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2##SU2#
Hashimoto stands up and waves to Podolski to follow him.
Podolski bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hashimoto's head.
Hashimoto on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Podolski!
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!
Hashimoto wants to control but Podolski is keeping him busy. #T3#
Hashimoto scoring with punches from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Podolski is being controlled here.
Hashimoto's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Podolski can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hashimoto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Hashimoto with the counter takedown but Podolski avoids it easily.
Podolski moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski scores with a hook.
Podolski swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2#
and Hashimoto counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Podolski is trying to keep Hashimoto in close.
Hashimoto controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hashimoto is looking to work some ground and pound but Podolski has wrist control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Takeshi Hashimoto will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Podolski just misses with a punch to the body.
Podolski throws a jab when Hashimoto was well out of range.
Hashimoto changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Podolski misses with an uppercut.
Podolski jabs Hashimoto right on the nose. Hashimoto blinks but takes it well.#ROC#
Hashimoto is rocked!
Hashimoto leaves his chin hanging out and Podolski seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Hashimoto crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Michail Podolski!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Michail Podolski made sure he mentioned Aspire Nutrition, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 37
Date: May 12, 2017

#R1#
Podolski fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ortega checks it well.
A chopping leg kick lands by Podolski.
Podolski changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ortega throws a lazy right hand but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Podolski connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ortega. Ortega circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nice jab there from Podolski.
Ortega moves out of range of the strikes.
Ortega throwing a counter right hand but Podolski manages to avoid it.
Ortega slips under a jab.
Ortega throws a leg kick but Podolski sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Ortega throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski scores with a jab to the head.
Podolski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A shot to the liver by Podolski. Beautiful body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Podolski lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Podolski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ortega.
Ortega misses with a body shot.
Podolski let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Podolski feints and then cracks Ortega's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ortega down.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Podolski lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#ROC2#
Ortega is rocked!
Podolski connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ortega momentarily.
Oh Ortega is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Podolski stuns Ortega with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Podolski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Crack! Podolski connects with the perfect overhand right and Ortega falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Podolski!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Michail Podolski!
After the big win, Michail Podolski made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Aspire Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 32
Date: Apr 08, 2017

#R1#
Collins drops his hands momentarily and Podolski takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Collins keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Podolski.
Podolski throws a hook but Collins blocks it.
Collins darts in looking for a takedown but Podolski gets double underhooks and turns Collins into the cage.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. #TD#
Collins shoots in and bounces Podolski off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Collins is looking to work some ground and pound but Podolski has wrist control.
Podolski is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Collins is controlling him.
Collins looking to sit in guard and control but Podolski gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Collins is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Collins is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Podolski defends well.#SUB#
Collins is looking for a triangle but Podolski pushes his legs off easily. #T1##SUB#
Collins looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Podolski has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Collins is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Collins escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Podolski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Podolski would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Collins manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Podolski manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Collins throws a strike but Podolski rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Collins is looking for a triangle but Podolski pushes his legs off easily. #T2#
Collins trying to control the position.
Collins looking to hit a scissor sweep but Podolski is one step ahead there.
Podolski trying to stand up but can't free himself from Collins's guard.
Podolski trying to control the position from guard on top but Collins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Collins looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Podolski trying to stand up but can't free himself from Collins's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Podolski gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Podolski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Collins throws out the jab.
Podolski has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Collins moves out of range as Podolski strikes.
Collins drops down looking for a counter takedown but Podolski sprawls and moves away.
Collins looks for a takedown but Podolski sprawls well.#T3#
Collins throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Collins shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Misha Collins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Collins takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Podolski sizes up Collins with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Collins ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Collins uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Podolski.
Podolski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Collins connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#TD#
Collins shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Podolski manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Collins makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Collins working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Podolski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Collins.
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#
Collins drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Collins jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T4#
Collins passes Podolski's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Collins missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Podolski blocking the ground and pound attempt from Collins.
Collins missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Collins looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Collins throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Collins thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Podolski's head.
Collins works his way into side control.
Podolski is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
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 Misha Collins will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Podolski feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Collins's calf.
A swing and a miss from Podolski.
Collins misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Collins, as that shot connected.
Podolski connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Collins's hands.
Collins goes for a double leg but Podolski avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Podolski continues to drive forward.
Podolski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Collins.
Podolski connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Collins momentarily.
Collins takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Podolski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Collins saw that one coming.
Collins half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Collins slips under a jab.
Collins changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A jab from Podolski misses.
Collins moves out of range of the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Collins changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Podolski looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T1#
Collins connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Podolski some visible discomfort.
Collins cracks Podolski with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Collins has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Podolski is looking to reverse the position.
Collins throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Collins works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Collins throws a strike aimed at the side of Podolski's head but Podolski avoids it well.
Podolski prevents Collins from improving position.
Collins cracks Podolski with a big elbow.
Collins 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.
Collins lands a nice forearm strike.
Collins is working Podolski over with some ground and pound from side control.
Collins postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #T2#
Collins 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. #SUB#
Collins swings around for an armbar but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Collins's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Collins looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Collins has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Podolski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Podolski preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Collins has an active guard here but Podolski has managed to pass into half guard. #T3#
Collins wants to get back to full guard but Podolski has passed into side control.
Podolski wants to stand but Collins has his arm trapped.
Misha Collins overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Collins wants to control but Podolski postures up.
Collins is looking for a sweep.
Podolski tries to stand but Collins is controlling his head.
Collins manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Collins 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.#T4#
Collins is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Collins thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Podolski's head.
Collins is pressing down on Podolski's thigh, looking to free his foot. Podolski is holding on for now.
Collins not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Podolski regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Collins.
Collins stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Podolski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Collins loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Collins throws a big elbow that misses.
Collins throws a strike but Podolski rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Collins has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Podolski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Misha Collins will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Podolski misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Collins counters with a straight right hand.
Collins swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Collins stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Collins takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Podolski leaves Collins with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Podolski bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Collins's head backwards.
Collins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Collins counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Collins.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Collins postures up in Podolski's guard and throws a big left but Podolski blocks it.
Collins throwing strikes but missing.
Collins postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Podolski is looking to stand up but Collins isn't so interested in that idea.
Collins throws a strike but Podolski rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Collins can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Podolski controls the pace.
Podolski is looking to stand up but Collins won't let him. #SUB#
Collins working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Podolski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Podolski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Collins looking to hit a scissor sweep but Podolski is one step ahead there.
Podolski trying to stand up but can't free himself from Collins's guard.#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.#SUB#
Collins is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Collins looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Podolski is looking to stand up but Collins won't let him. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Podolski swings for the body but Collins moves out of range.
Podolski scoring well with a low kick there.
Podolski misses with a body shot. #T3#
Collins moves away from the strike by Podolski.
Collins is trying hard to land a takedown here. Podolski sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Collins closes this distance looking for a takedown but Podolski circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Misha Collins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Podolski chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Collins was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Collins is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Podolski.
Podolski loads up on a big right hand but Collins slips the punch.
Collins tries to counter with a takedown but Podolski is quick to defend against it.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski throws a body shot but no joy.
Michail Podolski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Podolski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
No luck for Collins with that takedown attempt.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Collins moves away.
Collins half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Collins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski blocks a jab.#T4#
Podolski takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD#
Collins changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Podolski looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Collins tries to score with some ground and pound. Podolski controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Collins cracks Podolski with a big right hand but Podolski just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Collins creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Podolski sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Podolski dodges the ground and pound from Collins.#SUB#
Collins tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Podolski parries the strikes from Collins easily there. Collins is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Podolski to escape.
Misha Collins is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Collins trying to control the action but Podolski is working from the bottom.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Misha Collins!
Misha Collins managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Sun-Tzu, into his post fight interview.

Event: Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 27
Date: Mar 04, 2017

#R1#
Podolski connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Moody avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Moody is looking to clinch but Podolski is avoiding it.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski scores with a sloppy right hand. Moody should have avoided that one. #CL#
Podolski tries to keep at a distance but Moody has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Moody pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Podolski throws a leg kick but Moody sees it coming and moves out of range.
Nice cross by Podolski.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. Moody was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Moody throws a big counter combination but Podolski scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Podolski. Moody does a little dance to reset his feet.
Moody ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
Moody gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
I was talking to Moody's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Moody misses with the head strike.
Podolski blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Moody lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC2#
Podolski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Moody takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #CL#
Moody forces Podolski back against the cage and clinches.
Moody misses with a body punch. #T1##BC#
Moody breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Moody moves into range and clinches up with Podolski.
Moody using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Podolski has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Podolski has had enough of the clinch but Moody keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Podolski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Podolski connects with an inside leg kick.
Moody drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Donk. Moody catches Podolski right on the button with a cross.
Moody lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Moody lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Podolski backs up against the cage.
Podolski circles away from the clinch attempt.
Podolski keeps the fight on the outside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski misses the shot to the body.
Moody moves out of range of the leg kick from Podolski.#CL#
Moody rushes Podolski and presses him up against the cage.
Podolski softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Moody will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Podolski up against the cage.#T2#
Moody tries a knee to the head but Podolski blocks it. #BC#
Moody's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Podolski scores with a body shot.
Moody tries to clinch but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski throws out a counter right but Moody avoids it with no problem.
Podolski stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Moody was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
Podolski swats away the attempt to clinch by Moody.
Podolski looks to land a combination but Moody avoids it well.
Moody tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Podolski paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Moody tries to clinch but Podolski is having none of it.
Moody throws a right and a left that both miss.
Moody throws a series of punches but Podolski moves out of range.
Moody throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Podolski is looking for the big counter here.
Moody on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Podolski is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T3#
The fighters circling - Moody throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Moody backs off Podolski throws a huge counter combo but Moody manages to avoid it all.
Moody wants to clinch.
Moody throws a poor cross that misses
and Podolski makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Moody scores with a jab to the head.
Podolski dips to his left and cracks Moody with an uppercut!
Moody throws a right and a left that both miss.
Moody uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Podolski.
Podolski throws a jab but it's blocked by Moody.
Moody tries to close the distance and clinch up but Podolski swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Moody has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Podolski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Podolski has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Moody displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Podolski throws out the jab.
Moody seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Moody doesn't manage to clinch there - Podolski circles away.
Podolski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Moody is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Moody tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Podolski paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It seemed like Podolski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Podolski attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Podolski lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
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!
Moody throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Podolski.
Podolski's corner calls for a 1-2. Podolski obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Moody tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A big left from Podolski misses.
Moody tries to close the distance and clinch but Podolski swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Podolski doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Podolski misses with a straight right.
Moody takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Moody slips under a jab.
Podolski avoids a punch combination nicely.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Moody moves away.
Moody tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Podolski manages to circle out of the way.
Podolski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Moody's sensitive parts.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski stuns Moody with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Moody avoids the body shot from Podolski.
Moody scores with a hook to the body. Podolski takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Moody checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Podolski tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that round.
That's time! Moody's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Left hook, right uppercut from Moody.
Moody is looking to clinch but Podolski is avoiding it.
Good leg kick by Podolski there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Moody tries to clinch up.
A jab lands there for Podolski.
Moody tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Podolski paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Moody tries to clinch up
and Podolski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Podolski tries a low kick but Moody avoids it.
Podolski takes a swing at Moody's ribcage but misses.
Moody tries to counter with a takedown but Podolski is quick to defend against it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Moody looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moody misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little jabbing left from Podolski on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Michail Podolski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Podolski throws out a loose jab but Moody uses good head movement to avoid it.
Moody seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Moody tries to clinch
and Podolski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Podolski dodges the punch combination from Moody. #T1#
Moody tests Podolski's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hoss Moody is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Moody instigates a clinch.
Moody is leaning against Podolski and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Podolski wants to get back to striking at distance but Moody won't allow it. #BC2#
Podolski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Moody is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Podolski with a jab.#ROC2#
Moody is rocked!
Moody moves out of range of the strikes.
Oh Moody is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Podolski closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Moody! Podolski dives in looking to finish! Moody is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michail Podolski!
Michail Podolski gave a mention to Aspire Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: Just Bleed 23
Date: Feb 04, 2017

#R1#
Podolski digs a good hook to Pettaway's body.
Pettaway throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Podolski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A punch lands to the side of Podolski 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nice defenses there by Pettaway.#CL#
Pettaway forces Podolski back against the cage and clinches.
Pettaway working aggressively here.
Pettaway controlling the action here for a moment.
We've been informed that Podolski 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.
Pettaway is working for takedown but Podolski is calmly controlling the position for now.
Podolski tries to break free but Pettaway pushes him back against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Pettaway throws an elbow but misses. #BC2#
Podolski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Pettaway on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Herschel Pettaway seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Podolski staying out of range there.#CL#
Pettaway rushes Podolski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Podolski breaks the clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Podolski. That snapped Pettaway's head back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pettaway wants to clinch.#T1#
Pettaway misses with a leg kick.
Pettaway misses with the combination.
Pettaway has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Death Valley Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.
Podolski misses with a hook.
Pettaway jabs at Podolski's body.
Podolski jabs at Pettaway's body.
Podolski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Pettaway misses with a hook.
Pettaway throws a hook but Podolski avoids it easily.
Podolski avoids the head kick by Pettaway.
Podolski looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sloppy strikes from Podolski. Those never looked like landing.
No joy there for Podolski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Podolski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Pettaways jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Pettaway misses with a straight right.
Podolski lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pettaway tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Podolski feints and then cracks Pettaway's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pettaway down. #T2#
Podolski defending well as Pettaway loads up on a big left hand.
Pettaway steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Pettaway scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pettaway scores with a nice strike.
A punch combination from Pettaway misses.
Podolski slips a jab and a cross from Pettaway.
Pettaway takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice body punch from Podolski.
Good exchange - Podolski coming out on top.
Pettaway throws a right hand that Podolski ducks under and follows up with a left that Podolski also avoids with ease.
Podolski looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Podolski forces Pettaway back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Podolski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pettaway misses with a looping left.
Pettaway misses with a double jab.
Podolski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A combination from Pettaway does no damage.
Pettaway tries to clinch but Podolski moves out of range.
Pettaway on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Podolski with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T3#
Pettaway takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Podolski slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Podolski.
Pettaway doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jab from Podolski.#ROC2#
Pettaway is rocked!
Pettaway on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Oh Pettaway is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Podolski cracks Pettaway with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Michail Podolski!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 23, 2016

#R1#
Podolski looks to score with a jab to the body but Luiz is just out of range.
Luiz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Luiz walks into a straight right hand from Podolski.
Podolski looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Podolski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Luiz.
Nice jab there from Podolski.
Luiz looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Podolski is fending him off so far but Luiz persists. Nope, Podolski circles away and we're back to standing.
Luiz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Podolski.
Podolski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Luiz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Michail Podolski has been cut.
Podolski looks to land a left hand but Luiz moved out of range nicely.#CL2#
Luiz clinches. #BC2#
Luiz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Luiz moves away.#KD#
Podolski drops Luiz with a beautiful combination! Luiz stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Podolski is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Luiz is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A shot to the body from Luiz misses
and Podolski counters with a big right hand! Oh Luiz is in trouble here! Podolski follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michail Podolski!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 16, 2016

#R1#
Podolski throws a lazy right hand but God sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
No joy there for Podolski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Podolski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but God was well out of range. Poor timing from Podolski.
God feints the counter takedown.
Podolski swings away with a body shot that misses #TD2#
and God counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
God wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Podolski, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
God swings around for an armbar but Podolski sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into God's guard.#SUB2#
God has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Podolski 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 God.
God is looking for a sweep.#SU#
Podolski has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T1#
Podolski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
God feints the counter takedown.
God 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.
Michail Podolski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but God manages to avoid it.
God tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Podolski looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
God blocks a leg kick.
God with the counter takedown but Podolski avoids it easily.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but God manages to avoid it.
Podolski digs a good hook to God's body.
Podolski missing with a left hand there. God was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
God on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Podolski's corner calls for a 1-2. Podolski obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #ROC#
God is rocked!
God glances at the clock... BAM! Podolski nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends God crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, God is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Michail Podolski!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 09, 2016

#R1#
Mistry avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Podolski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mistry.
Mistry swings widly with a right hand
and Podolski counters with a nice leg kick.
Podolski takes a swing at Mistry's ribcage but misses.
Mistry misses with a straight right.
Mistry lands a body shot.
Podolski misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Mistry moves into the clinch.#BC#
Podolski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Podolski connects with a right hand. Mistry shakes it off.
Podolski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Podolski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Podolski looks to land a right hand but Mistry moved out of range.
Mistry looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
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!
Mistry misses with a two punch combination.
Podolski walks into a left hand. #T1#
Mistry misses with a few strikes there.
Podolski wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mistry lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Podolski misses with an uppercut. Mistry saw that one coming.
Michail Podolski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mistry slips a jab and a cross from Podolski.
Mistry throws a counter combo.
Podolski scores with a jab to the body.
Podolski tries to bum rush Mistry with a series of wild strikes but Mistry uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mistry's head.
A good leg kick by Podolski.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mistry moves away.
Podolski takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Mistry loads up on a big right hand but Podolski slips the punch.
Nice defenses there by Podolski.#T2#
Podolski throws a combination that misses
and Mistry counters with a right hand to the body.
Mistry walks into a left hand.
Podolski swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Mistry counter with a right hand. #CL#
Podolski has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Mistry breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Podolski, right into the meat.
A nice inside leg kick there by Podolski. That's going to slow Mistry down.
Mistry avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mistry manages to avoid it.
Mistry unleashes a big counter combination but Podolski bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Podolski swats away the attempt to clinch by Mistry.
Podolski misses with a body punch
and Mistry counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Podolski fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mistry on the side of the head.
Podolski takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T3#
Mistry looks to land a combination but Podolski avoids it well.
Mistry throws a combination that misses
and Podolski counters with a three punch combo that has Mistry backing up. Mistry nods at Podolski to acknowledge the strikes.
Mistry slips a jab and a cross from Podolski.
As Podolski backs off Mistry throws a huge counter combo but Podolski manages to avoid it all.
Podolski misses with a shot to the body
and Mistry counters with a stiff right hand.
Mistry lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mistry tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Podolski is looking to clinch but Mistry is avoiding it.
Mistry looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mistry tries to close the distance and clinch up but Podolski swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Podolski is looking to clinch but Mistry is avoiding it.
Mistry 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.
Podolski tries to clinch but Mistry moves away
and Mistry counters with a stiff right hand.
Podolski lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Podolski throws out a powerful jab.
Podolski misses with a two punch combination.
Mistry throws a hook to the side of Podolski's head but Podolski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Mistry catches Podolski with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mistry digs a good hook to Podolski's body.
Mistry throws a right hand that Podolski ducks under and follows up with a left that Podolski also avoids with ease.
Podolski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
No joy there for Podolski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Podolski fails to land with a series of punches.
Mistry has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Podolski tries to close the distance and clinch but Mistry swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mistry throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Podolski misses with a jab to the body
and Podolski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Podolski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Podolski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mistry.
Mistry unleashes a big counter combination but Podolski bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mistry on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Podolski. Podolski obviously looking to wear him down.
Podolski throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Mistry counters with a right hand to the body.
Mistry tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Podolski has taken the fight to the clinch.
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 Michail Podolski will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Mistry misses with a series of wild punches.
Podolski wants to clinch up but Mistry keeps it at a distance.
Mistry slips a jab and a cross from Podolski.
Podolski throws a right hand that misses #CL2#
and Mistry holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC#
Podolski breaks the clinch.
Mistry takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Podolski scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Michail Podolski is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mistry stalks Podolski and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Podolski's face. Podolski staggers backwards, shaken.
Michail Podolski is winning the standup battle so far.
Podolski ducks right into an uppercut from Mistry.
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!
Mistry swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Podolski misses with a body shot.
Podolski tries to bum rush Mistry with a series of wild strikes but Mistry uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Podolski connects with the punch.
Podolski lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Mistry backs up against the cage. #T1#
Mistry throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mistry moves in looking to clinch but Podolski pushes him off.
Mistry scores with a shot to the body.
Podolski misses with an uppercut
and Mistry counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mistry misses with a right hand
and Podolski counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mistry jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Podolski dodges the punch combination from Mistry. #KD#
Podolski drops Mistry with a beautiful combination! Mistry stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Podolski is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Mistry is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Podolski throws a right hand that Mistry ducks under and follows up with a left that Mistry also avoids with ease.
Mistry is still on wobbly legs! Can Podolski finish him?
Podolski attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mistry seems to have recovered his senses.
Podolski misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Mistry throws a combination that misses
and Mistry takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Podolski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mistry can do to turn this around?
Mistry swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski blocks a jab.
Mistry 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.
Podolski tries to bum rush Mistry with a series of wild strikes but Mistry uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Podolski lands the left hand.
Podolski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mistry.
Podolski went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#KD#
Podolski drops Mistry with a beautiful combination! Mistry stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Podolski is looking for the KO!
Mistry tries to clinch but Podolski is having none of it.
Podolski looks to clinch
enabling Mistry to counter with a crisp jab.
Podolski throws a right and a left that Mistry avoids nicely.
A jab lands there for Mistry.
Podolski misses with an uppercut
and Mistry counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Good leg kick by Podolski there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Podolski lands a slapping body shot.
Mistry throws a good cross that connects.
Mistry slips a jab and a cross from Podolski.
A punch lands to the side of Mistry 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mistry tries to clinch but Podolski moves out of range.
Podolski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Podolski looks to land a combination but Mistry avoids it well.
Mistry swings for the body but Podolski moves out of range.
Mistry fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mistry wants to clinch up but Podolski keeps it at a distance.
Podolski throws a big shot that misses.
Podolski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Podolski misses with a double jab
and Mistry counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Podolski swings for the body but Mistry moves out of range.
Mistry fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mistry missing with a left hand there. Podolski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Podolski throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Mistry counters with a stiff right hand.
Podolski looks to land a combination but Mistry avoids it well.
Mistry throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Podolski.
Podolski throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mistry throws out a counter right but Podolski avoids it with no problem.
Podolski misses with a left hand
enabling Mistry to counter with a crisp jab.
Podolski swings for the body but Mistry moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Podolski misses with a series of wild punches.
Podolski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mistry.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michail Podolski dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Mistry misses with a shot to the body
and Podolski counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Podolski avoids the body shot from Mistry.
Podolski swinging wildly here.
Podolski looks to land a combination but Mistry avoids it well.
Podolski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Podolski wants to land a leg kick but Mistry is out of range.
Mistry throws a counter combo.
Podolski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Podolski throws a hook but Mistry avoids it easily.
Mistry throws a left and a right that both miss
and Podolski counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mistry fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Podolski looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mistry thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mistry throws a body shot but no joy.
Podolski looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Mistry throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Mistry 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.
Podolski moves into range and connects with a jab.
Podolski throws a series of punches but Mistry moves out of range.
Podolski throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mistry misses with a double jab.
Podolski throws a good cross that connects.
Mistry swings widly with a right hand
and Podolski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Podolski scores with a jab to the head.
Mistry throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Podolski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mistry connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Podolski scrambles back to his feet.
Podolski moves forwards but Mistry connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Podolski finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Podolski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Michail Podolski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Podolski misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mistry misses with a wild body shot.
Podolski thumps Mistry with a low kick.
Mistry's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Mistry looks to land a combination but Podolski avoids it well.
Podolski tries to clinch there but Mistry circles away.
Nice cross by Mistry.
Mistry lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Mistry tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Podolski was well out of range. Poor timing from Mistry.
Mistry swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mistry looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Podolski connects with a jab.
Podolski scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mistry looks to land a combination but Podolski avoids it well. #T3#
Podolski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mistry manages to avoid it.
Podolski misses with a two punch combination.
Mistry swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mistry misses with a two punch combination.
A swing and a miss from Mistry.
Mistry steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Podolski.
Mistry throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Podolski counters with a straight right hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Podolski as he connects with a hook.
Podolski throws a combination. Mistry tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Podolski takes a swing at Mistry's ribcage but misses.
Podolski misses with a wild body shot.
Mistry misses with an uppercut.
Podolski swinging wildly here.
Mistry looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Mistry throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mistry blocks a jab.
Mistry misses with a double jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Podolski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mistry circles away quickly and effectively.
Podolski throws a series of punches but Mistry moves out of range. #CL#
Podolski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mistry, pushing him back against the cage.
Mistry misses with a body punch.
Mistry lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kieran Mistry has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#BC#
Podolski breaks the clinch.
Podolski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mistry.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michail Podolski!

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