Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SMASH: McCarty vs Dankovich
Date: Mar 04, 2022

#R1#
Kelly slips under a jab from Askren.
Kelly was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Askren tries to bum rush Kelly with a series of wild strikes but Kelly uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kelly seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kelly rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Askren moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Askren closes the distance and clinches.
Kelly lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kelly misses with a short punch on the inside.
Askren digs a right hand underneath Kelly's ribcage. Kelly let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Askren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Askren working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short right from Kelly.
Askren tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Askren works on Kelly's body with a couple of short punches.
Kelly fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Askren.
Kelly misses with the head strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kelly swings wildly with an uppercut but Askren uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kelly tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Askren tries a body shot but Kelly blocks it.
Askren works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Askren scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Askren gets through Kelly's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Askren has a couple of punches blocked by Kelly.
A left hand lands to the body for Askren.
Askren can't find room to land a body shot as Kelly controls the action.
Askren lands a body shot.
Still in the clinch, Askren scores with a nice short uppercut.
Askren scores with a shot to the side of Kelly's head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kelly.
Askren lands a nice uppercut.
Kelly misses with a short punch on the inside.
Askren blocking some punches.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Askren 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.
Kelly lands an uppercut.
Askren misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kelly lands a right hand.
Kelly misses with some punches.
Askren goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kelly throws a punch but it's blocked by Askren.
Kelly fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Askren lands a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice body punch from Askren - that landed with a thud.
Kelly lands a hook that snaps the head of Askren backwards.
Askren stalling.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Askren.
Askren lands a right hand. #T2#
Askren blocks an uppercut.
Kelly lands a left hand that snaps the head of Askren backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Kelly fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Askren. #BC2#
Askren's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Askren connects with a body shot that sends Kelly's belly button to the back.
Askren cracks Kelly with a good jab.#CL#
Kelly drives through and clinches with Askren against the cage.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kelly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Askren lands a shot to the body.
Askren scores with a hook to the body.
Askren misses with a punch to the body.
Askren works on Kelly's body with a couple of short punches.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Askren lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Askren lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kelly backwards.
Askren lands a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Askren. #BC2#
Askren breaks the clinch. #T3#
Askren works Kelly's body with a nice hook.
Askren is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Matt Askren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kelly fails in his attempt to clinch.
Askren looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kelly steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Askren.
Kelly tries to clinch
and Askren counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Askren is looking to clinch.
Kelly throws a quick counter head kick but Askren was just out of range.
Askren thuds a left hand into Kelly's body.
Kelly takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Askren takes a swing at Kelly's ribcage but misses.
Askren scores with a nice right hand.
Kelly ducks under a wild hook from Askren.
Askren ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kelly moves away.#CL#
Kelly moves into the clinch successfully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Askren lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Askren misses with a punch on the inside.
Kelly lands a shoulder strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Askren. #BC2#
Askren breaks the clinch.
Askren thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kelly was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kelly wants to clinch but Askren slips to the side
and Askren counters with a nice body shot.
Askren throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kelly was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kelly tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Askren manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kelly wants to clinch up but Askren keeps it at a distance.
Kelly slips under a jab.
Kelly thinks about countering with a head kick.
Kelly takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kelly avoids the body shot from Askren.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Askren fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kelly fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kelly takes one to the chin there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kelly tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Askren is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kelly with a body shot.#CL2#
Askren clinches up with Kelly and pushes him back against the cage.
Kelly misses with the head strike.
Askren lands a nice uppercut.
Askren blocks an uppercut.
Kelly softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Matt Askren seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kelly blocks a body shot from Askren.
Askren blocking some punches.
Kelly misses with a punch on the inside.
Askren misses with a punch to the body.
Askren tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kelly lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Askren breaks from the clinch.
Kelly tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kelly misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Askren connects with a looping right hand.
Kelly throws a right hand that misses
and Askren counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Askren ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Askren attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Askren thuds a left hand into Kelly's body.#CL2#
Askren moves into the clinch.
Askren lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Askren blocking some punches.
Askren tries a body shot but Kelly blocks it.
Askren tries to throw a body punch but Kelly avoids it by throwing Askren back against the cage.
Askren throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kellys head.
Askren tries to throw a body punch but Kelly avoids it by throwing Askren back against the cage.
Askren misses with a punch on the inside.
Askren blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Askren pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kelly avoids the body shot from Askren.
Askren avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kelly is looking to clinch but Askren is avoiding it.
Kelly misses with a straight left.
Askren scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kelly in his tracks. #T2#
A swing and a miss from Askren.
Askren misses with a series of wild punches.
Askren throws a jab but it's blocked by Kelly.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice shot lands for Askren.
Askren scores with a nice right hand.
Askren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Askren 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.
Askren works Kelly's body with a nice hook.
Askren misses with a hook. Kelly ducked under it nicely.
Kelly appears to be looking for a big counter.
Some wild striking there from Kelly.
Kelly is looking to clinch.
Askren scores with a jab to the body.
Askren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kelly manages to avoid it.#T3#
Kelly throws a left and a right that both miss
and Askren counters with a stiff right hand.
Ned Kelly is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kelly shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Askren keeps the fight on the outside.
Kelly takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Askren misses the shot to the body.
Kelly fails with an attempt to clinch.
Askren fails to land with a series of punches.
Kelly throws a big counter combination but Askren scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kelly works the jab nicely.
Askren looks to throw the jab but Kelly is out of range.
Kelly takes one on the button.
Askren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Matt Askren seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kelly tries to clinch but Askren moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Askren there.#T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Askren.
Askren throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Askren has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A lazy left from Askren finds it's target.
Kelly tries to clinch up.
Kelly is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kelly is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kelly moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CL#
Kelly gets a clinch.
Askren misses with a punch on the inside.
Askren tries to work over Kelly's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren 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#
Kelly uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Askren.
Askren throws a hook to the side of Kelly's head but Kelly sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Kelly clinches with his opponent.
Askren lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kelly.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Askren.
Askren is working Kelly over against the cage.
Kelly tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kelly takes a shot to the head.
Askren fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kelly lands a left hand that snaps the head of Askren backwards.
Askren lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kelly misses with the head strike.
Askren gets through Kelly's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Kelly fails to land.
Kelly softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Askren leaning against his opponent.
Kelly prevents a body shot from Askren.
Kelly working aggressively here.
Kelly working aggressively here. #T1#
Askren stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kelly.
Kelly misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kelly lands with a short shot to the head.
Kelly swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Askren breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A right-left combo lands from Kelly.
Kelly tries to clinch up.
Askren scores with a jab to the body.
Askren scores with a body shot.
Kelly is looking to clinch but Askren is avoiding it.
Kelly tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Askren counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL2#
Askren rushes Kelly and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ned Kelly has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kelly throws a punch but it's blocked by Askren.
Kelly prevents a body shot from Askren.
Kelly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Askren misses with some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Askren.
Askren working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kelly lands with a left to the head.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Askren struggles to land a body shot inside as Kelly controls his hands.
Askren digs a right hand underneath Kelly's ribcage. Kelly let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Askren working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Askren blocking some punches.
Askren misses with a body punch.
Kelly has a couple of punches blocked by Askren.
Askren lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kelly.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Askren scores with a shoulder strike.
Askren is trying to stall.
Kelly working aggressively here.
Kelly tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Askren misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from Kelly fails to land.
Askren blocking some punches.
Kelly misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kelly misses with the head strike.
Kelly misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Askren.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Askren.
Kelly misses with some punches.
Kelly tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Askren leaning his opponent against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Askren.
Askren lands a nice shot to the body.
Kelly swings wildly with an uppercut but Askren uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Askren.
Kelly has a couple of punches blocked by Askren.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Askren.
Askren doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kelly.
A short right from Askren on the inside. #T4#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Askren stalling in the clinch.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Askren.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Askren misses with a punch to the body.
Kelly blocks a body shot from Askren.
A short right from Askren on the inside.
Askren misses with a punch to the body.
Askren goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Askren misses with a body punch.
Askren lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Askren manages to break the clinch.
Askren comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Askren waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kelly.
Askren fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Askren throws a nice inside leg kick.
Askren lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Askren.

And that's the end of the fight!
Matt Askren comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Askren 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Matt Askren!
A relieved looking Matt Askren 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: SMASH: Choke vs Sonni
Date: Jan 12, 2022

#R1#
Askren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kurri slips under a jab.
Kurri with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Askren misses with a body shot.
Kurri throws a jab but it's blocked by Askren.
Askren throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kurri is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Askren punishes Kurri's body with a nice straight punch.
Askren checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kurri misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Askren wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Askren swings for the body but Kurri moves out of range.
Kurri clobbers Askren with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren misses with a wild body shot.
Askren just misses with a punch to the body.
Askren on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kurri doesn't manage to clinch there - Askren circles away. #TD2#
Askren tries to sprawl but Kurri drives through with a takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Kurri is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1#
Askren is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kurri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kurri's back!
Askren is hanging on to Kurri's back as he tries to escape.
Askren doesn't have the hooks in and Kurri manages to turn into his guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurri trying to control but Askren is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Askren is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kurri defends well.
Askren pulls Kurri in close to prevent any damage.
Kurri working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2##SUB#
Askren is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Askren seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Askren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askren pulls Kurri in close to prevent any damage.
Askren not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kurri works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Kurri seems to be looking for submissions.
Kurri wants to pass to mount but Askren is defending the position.
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Askren is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Kurri is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Askren sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Askren is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kurri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kurri's back!
Askren is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Kurri just trying to survive but Askren is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Kurri is trying to break free.
Kurri breaks Askren's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Kurri wants to control from the top but Askren keeps moving.
Askren controls Kurri momentarily but Kurri frees himself. #T4#
Askren seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kurri with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kurri trying to control but Askren is working from the bottom.
Kurri forces his way into half guard.
Askren is refusing to be controlled, as Kurri sits in half guard.
Askren won't allow Kurri to pass to mount.
Askren is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kurri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kurri's back!
Kurri manages to reverse the position and now he's in Askren's guard. Nice work there by Kurri.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tatu Kurri dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kurri blocks a jab.
Askren scores with a nice strike.
Kurri on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Askren misses with a body shot.
Askren throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And Kurri tries to counter it with a takedown but Askren pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Askren is looking to wear down Kurri with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Askren throws a hook but Kurri blocks it.
Askren lands a jab.
Askren avoids a punch combination nicely.
Askren checks the leg kick nicely there.
Askren throws a hook to the side of Kurri's head but Kurri sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Askren on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Askren slips a straight right by Kurri.
Kurri avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kurri is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Some wild striking there from Askren. #T1#
Kurri lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Askren misses with a hook. Kurri ducked under it nicely.
Askren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kurri manages to avoid it.
Askren looks to score with a jab to the body but Kurri is just out of range.
Askren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Askren misses with the combination.
Matt Askren is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kurri misses with a hook. Askren ducked under it nicely.
Askren throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kurri sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Askren throws the left hand but Kurri avoids the punch easily.
Askren avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Kurri gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Askren misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Askren lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Kurri prevents a body shot from Askren.
Askren swings wildly with an uppercut but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kurri taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Askren.
Kurri lands a right hand that snaps the head of Askren backwards.
Askren stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Kurri breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD2#
Kurri shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Kurri not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kurri stands and throws Askren's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kurri tries to move to mount but Askren blocks the move with his legs. #T3##SUB2#
Kurri tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kurri working away.
Askren is not content to let Kurri control the position. #SUB2#
Kurri working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kurri wants to lay and pray for a moment but Askren keeps working. #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.
Askren is trying to improve his position.
Askren sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kurri is looking to advance position but Askren won't allow it.
Askren is looking to improve his position.
Askren is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Kurri is trying to work for a kimura but Askren is defending well. #SUB2#
Askren makes his way to full guard, as Kurri worked for a kimura.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Matt Askren will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kurri scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Kurri is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Askren's half guard.
Askren is trying to get back to full guard.
Tatu Kurri has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Kurri is working for a kimura but Askren is defending it quite comfortably.
Askren keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kurri is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1#
Askren holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura here.
Askren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Kurri seems to be working for a kimura but Askren defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Kurri looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kurri is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Askren is working to get back to half guard.
Kurri landing shots from mount. #SUB2#
Kurri moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Askren has worked his arm free - good work by Askren!
Askren manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T3#
Kurri seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Askren does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Kurri seems to be working for a kimura but Askren defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but Askren is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kurri to get the leverage.
Askren blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kurri.
Kurri performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Kurri is working for a kimura but Askren is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are battling for position here. Askren manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Askren can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kurri controls the pace.
Kurri looking to pass the guard.
Askren preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Askren tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kurri trying to control the position from guard on top but Askren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kurri looking to sit in guard and control but Askren gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kurri keeping full guard, as Askren tries to pass.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tatu Kurri comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kurri 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: SMASH: Menezes vs Voronin
Date: Nov 24, 2021

#R1#
Askren scores with a nice strike.#TD2#
Flexy gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Flexy wants to work for an arm triangle but Askren is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Askren is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Flexy pulls his head out easily.
Askren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Askren has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Flexy is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Flexy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Askren has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Askren actively working from the bottom here.
Askren is trying to maintain the position but Flexy is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Askren is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Flexy is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Flexy is trying to work for a kimura but Askren is defending well. #SUB2#
Flexy is looking for a kimura but Askren is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Flexy to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Flexy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Askren defends it well. #SUB2#
Flexy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Askren defends it well.
Askren keeping control of the position.
Flexy is looking to stall here but Askren recovers full guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Askren trying to keep a closed guard but Flexy is proving a slippery customer.
Flexy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Askren swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Flexy postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Askren is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Flexy, into his guard. #REVR#
Askren looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Askren continues to stall.#SUB2#
Flexy working for a triangle but Askren defends it easily.
Askren with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Askren stays in close to Flexy's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Flexy has an active guard here but Askren has managed to pass into half guard.
Flexy wants to improve his position but Askren is controlling well.
Flexy trying to get back to full guard but Askren takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T4#
Askren controlling the position easily from mount.
Askren lands a big shot there that rocks Flexy but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Askren looking to control and managing it successfully.
Askren lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Flexy hang on?
Flexy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Flexy in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Askren lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Flexy hang on?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Askren with shots to the head and body - Flexy looks very uncomfortable down there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Flexy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Askren is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Flexy can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Flexy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Askren manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB2#
Flexy drops back, looking for a kneebar! Askren looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Askren looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Askren! #REVR#
We've been informed that Flexy has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Matt Askren overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Askren wants to control but Flexy is keeping him busy.
Askren landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Flexy is looking for a sweep.
Askren remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren advances nicely into full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Flexy manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Flexy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Flexy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Askren is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Flexy looking for submissions off his back.
Askren trying to control the pace.
Flexy flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Still in half guard, Askren seems content to control.#SUB2#
Flexy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Askren seems content to control.#SUB2#
Flexy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Askren pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Flexy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Askren slows the pace down in half guard.
Askren wants to pass to mount but Flexy is defending the position.
Askren is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Flexy is refusing to be controlled, as Askren sits in half guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Askren tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Flexy was well out of range. Poor timing from Askren.
Flexy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Flexy moves away from the strike by Askren.
Askren looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Askren throws out a leg kick but Flexy moves out of range and Askren only half commits.
Jab, jab by Askren - just one landing.
Askren throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Flexy counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Askren!
Askren is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Askren manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Flexy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Askren defends it well. #SUB#
Askren looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Askren wants to control but Flexy is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Flexy is looking for a kimura but Askren is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Flexy to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Flexy is trying to work for a kimura but Askren is defending well. #SUB#
Askren looking for submissions off his back.
Flexy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Askren keeps working.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Askren looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Flexy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Askren scores with a hook to the body. Flexy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Askren wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Askren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Askren throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Askren keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Flexy.
Askren scores with a body shot. #T1#
Askren throws a push kick but Flexy slaps the foot to one side.
Askren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Flexy manages to avoid it.
And Flexy tries to counter it with a takedown but Askren pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Flexy avoids the body shot from Askren.
Flexy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Flexy misses with a takedown
and Askren counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Matt Askren has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dropkick Flexy.#CL#
Askren closes the distance and clinches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Askren.
Askren tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Flexy's elbow.
Askren goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Askren misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Askren misses with a punch to the body.
Flexy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Askren smiles and moves away.
Flexy shoots in looking for a takedown. Askren tries to sprawl out of it but Flexy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Askren manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A right-left combo lands from Askren.
Askren scores with a nice strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Askren tries to work over Flexy's front leg with a kick but Flexy checks it.
Askren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Askren moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T3##CL#
Askren has Flexy up against the cage in a clinch.
Flexy tries to pull guard but Askren forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Flexy blocking some punches.
Askren softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Flexy tries to pull guard but Askren won't allow it.
A left hand lands to the body for Askren.
Askren lands a right hand.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Askren scores with a nice hook to the head.
Flexy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Flexy tries to pull guard but Askren holds him up against the cage and eventually Flexy drops back down to his feet.
Nice body punch from Askren.
Flexy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Askren lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T4#
Flexy takes a shot to the head.
Flexy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Askren just stands there and leans against the cage.
Askren lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Flexy backwards.
Askren struggles to land a body shot inside as Flexy controls his hands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Askren can't find room to land a body shot as Flexy controls the action.
Askren scores with a nice hook to the head.
Askren gets through Flexy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Flexy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dropkick Flexy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Askren makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Flexy tries to pull guard but Askren forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Askren lands a hook that snaps the head of Flexy backwards.
Askren lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Flexy.
Flexy is trying to pull guard but Askren turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Matt Askren has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Askren presses Flexy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC#
Askren breaks from the clinch.
Askren fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Matt Askren showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Askren 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 30:26
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:26
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Matt Askren!
A very excited looking Matt Askren 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: SMASH:25
Date: Oct 29, 2021

#R1#
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trujillo.
Trujillo throws a hook to the side of Askren's head but Askren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Askren tries to close the distance and clinch up but Trujillo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Trujillo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Askren tries to counter with a takedown but Trujillo is quick to defend against it.
Askren throws a body punch but Trujillo moves out of range.
Trujillo looks to score with a jab to the body but Askren is just out of range.
Trujillo throws a hook but Askren avoids it easily.
Askren appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Askren looks to land a right hand but Trujillo moved out of range.
Some wild striking there from Askren.
A little jabbing left from Trujillo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren looks to land a right hand but Trujillo moved out of range.
Trujillo tries a quick counter leg kick but Askren is wise to it.
Trujillo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Askren looks to land a left hand but Trujillo moved out of range nicely.
Trujillo jabs at Askren's body.
A telegraphed right hand from Trujillo misses the target. #T1#
Askren misses with a few strikes there.
Trujillo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Askren appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Trujillo looks to score with a jab to the body but Askren is just out of range.
Askren takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Askren dives in for a single leg takedown but Trujillo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Trujillo.
Askren blocking some punches.
Askren lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Trujillo backwards.
Askren tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Trujillo blocks an uppercut.
Askren has Trujillo pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Trujillo manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Askren lands a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Askren fails to land.
Trujillo misses with a punch to the body.
Good body shot from Trujillo.
Trujillo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Askren backwards.
Trujillo is trying to force a seperation but Askren has the dominant position.
Trujillo lands a body punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Trujillo lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2#
Trujillo wants to take the fight to the mat but Askren manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC#
Askren's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Askren looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Trujillo loads up on a big right hand but Askren slips the punch.
Askren feinted with a counter takedown.
Trujillo swings for the body but Askren moves out of range.
Trujillo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Askren jabs at Trujillo's body.
Nice defenses there by Askren.
Trujillo misses with a low kick.
Trujillo scores with a sloppy right hand. Askren should have avoided that one.
The fighters circling - Askren throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Askren enables Trujillo to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Askren manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Askren wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Askren wants to sweep here but Trujillo controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Trujillo wants to control from the top but Askren keeps moving.
Trujillo preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Askren is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Trujillo is aware though and is defending well.
Askren not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Trujillo misses the shot to the body.
Trujillo thows a leg kick but Askren checks it #TD#
and Askren counters with a single leg into guard. Trujillo didn't expect that.
Trujillo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Trujillo looking for a sweep. Not yet Trujillo, not yet.
Askren content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Askren looking to sit in guard and control but Trujillo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Askren wants to sweep here but Trujillo controlling him for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dominic Trujillo dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Askren misses with a kick to the body
enabling Trujillo to counter with a crisp jab.
Trujillo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Askren.
Trujillo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trujillo lands a jab to Askren's midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from Trujillo. Askren does a little dance to reset his feet.
Trujillo ducks under a wild hook from Askren.
Trujillo connects with a jab.
Askren missing with a left hand there. Trujillo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dominic Trujillo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Askren throws a push kick but Trujillo slaps the foot to one side. #TD#
Askren shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Askren showed some decent athleticism there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Trujillo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Askren thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Trujillo is looking to control Askren's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Trujillo avoid being mounted?
Askren wants to pass to mount but Trujillo is defending the position.
Askren wants to control but Trujillo is keeping him busy.
Trujillo manages to get to full guard.
Trujillo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T2#
Trujillo trying to control the position from guard on top but Askren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Trujillo is pushing down on Askren's leg trying to pass to half guard. Askren is fighting to maintain full guard but Trujillo has managed to sneak the leg through.
Trujillo is thwarting Askren's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Askren is trying to get back to full guard.
Askren is staying active underneath Trujillo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Trujillo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Askren tries to roll over but Trujillo keeps him under control.
Askren has his hands clasped together around Trujillo's back. He's all about the action.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Askren takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The fighters circling - Trujillo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Askren ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Trujillo lands a jab to Askren's midsection.
Askren moves out of range of the strikes.
Askren appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Askren has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Askren there as he acknowledges the shot.
Askren walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Trujillo checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Trujillo now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Trujillo takes a swing at Askren's ribcage but misses.
Trujillo misses with a straight left.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A big left from Trujillo misses.
Askren uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Trujillo.
Askren appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Trujillo misses the shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dominic Trujillo 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! This is the final round!#R3#
Askren connects with a solid leg kick.
Trujillo looks to land a left hand but Askren moved out of range nicely.
Askren throws a big shot that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Trujillo. Askren does a little dance to reset his feet.
Trujillo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Askren attempts a counter takedown but Trujillo avoids it well and moves away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Askren.
Trujillo takes a swing at Askren's ribcage but misses.
A slow jab from Trujillo misses its intended target.
Askren just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Trujillo looking to score a takedown here. Askren is defending well but Trujillo drives through and ends up in Askren's guard.#SUB#
Askren is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Trujillo defends well.
Trujillo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Trujillo tries to free his leg and advance position but Askren is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Trujillo is posturing up here but Askren has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Trujillo tries to roll out but it's too tight and Trujillo has to tap! Slick submission there by Askren!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Matt Askren!
An out of breath Matt Askren thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SMASH: Perkele vs Hakekia
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1#
Askren connects with a crisp jab.
Askren slips under a jab.
Kelly lands with a shot to the body.
Kelly cracks a nice hook into Askren's ribs.
Askren misses with a body shot.
Kelly gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Askren counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kelly!
Kelly manages to work his way to half guard, despite Askren's best efforts.
Askren is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Askren looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Askren throws a strike but Kelly manages to get a kimura sweep and he's found himself on top with the kimura half locked in! This would be a real turnaround! He's torquing it... Will Askren tap??? YES! He's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ned Kelly!
Ned Kelly decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SMASH:Murphy vs Viki
Date: Aug 21, 2021

#R1#
Knox slips a jab from Askren.
Askren throws the left hand but Knox avoids the punch easily.
Knox was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Knox lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Askren throws a body punch but Knox moves out of range.
Knox leaves Askren with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Knox wants to clinch up but Askren keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Knox throws a good cross that connects.
Knox takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Knox misses the body punch #TD2#
and Askren counters with a shoot takedown. Knox fights it but they end up in guard. #T1#
Knox is controlling Askren's posture.
Knox wants to sweep but no luck.
Askren landing with the ground and pound.
Askren being controlled here momentarily.
Askren slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Askren wants to control from the top but Knox keeps moving.
Askren in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Askren looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Askren is looking to pass into half guard but Knox pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Knox is in guard.#REVR#
Knox controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3##SUB2#
Knox lying in Askren's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Askren decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Knox taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Matt Askren!
Matt Askren seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Porthos Knox was interviewed post fight and said '"If you haven't lost in this sport, you haven't fought the right guys yet." (Matt Hughes)'.

Event: SMASH: Kirk vs Petrov
Date: Aug 07, 2021

#R1#
Andrianov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Askren was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Matt Askren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Askren scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Askren shoots in looking for a takedown but Andrianov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Askren's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
We've been hearing reports that Askren has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Askren shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Askren was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Andrianov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Askren working the head with strikes.
Andrianov pushes Askren away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Askren gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Andrianov tries to buck Askren off but Askren is having none of it.
Askren in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T1#
Askren cracks Andrianov with a big elbow.
Askren works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Andrianov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Andrianov wants to get back to his feet.
Askren grinds an elbow into Andrianov's temple.
Andrianov tries to bench press Askren off him but Askren keeps the position.
Askren landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Andrianov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Askren's best efforts.
Andrianov is not content to let Askren control the position.
Andrianov tries to roll over but Askren keeps him under control.
Askren content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
Nice strikes from Askren there.
Andrianov has hold of Askren's hands but Askren slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Askren trying to pass the guard but Andrianov defending well.
Askren drops an elbow to the side of Andrianov's head.
Andrianov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Andrianov.
Askren stands up over Andrianov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #ES2#
Andrianov pushes Askren off and scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov throws a series of punches but Askren avoids them all with ease. #CL#
Andrianov gets tackled into the cage by Askren. Askren maintains the clinch.
Askren wants a takedown.
Andrianov lands a left hand. #T3#
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike.
Andrianov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Askren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andrianov is pressed up against the cage. Askren has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Andrianov down to the mat. Andrianov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matt Askren. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andrianov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Andrianov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Askren drops down looking for a counter takedown but Andrianov sprawls and moves away.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Askren scores with a takedown into Andrianov's guard.
Askren wants to control from the top but Andrianov keeps moving.
Askren sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Askren wants to pass the guard but Andrianov is keeping the position.#T4##ES2#
Andrianov wriggles free and stands up.
Nice jab there from Andrianov.
A slow jab from Askren misses its intended target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov lands a jab to the head.
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Askren was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Askren instigates a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Askren trying to stall but Andrianov improves his position.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Askren takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Andrianov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Andrianov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Askren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Andrianov, as that shot connected. #CL#
Askren rushes Andrianov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Askren struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Askren misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Andrianov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Askren seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Andrianov can turn it around.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Askren can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action. #BC2#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Askren works the jab nicely.
Andrianov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Askren moves out of range.
Askren drops down looking for a counter takedown but Andrianov sprawls and moves away.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Andrianov, as that shot connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Askren blocks a jab.
Andrianov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Askren throws out the jab.
Andrianov moves forwards but Askren connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Andrianov circles away from the clinch attempt.
No joy there for Andrianov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Askren slips under a jab.
Andrianov takes a swing at Askren's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov throws a lazy right hand but Askren sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Askren ducks down to avoid it.
Askren connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheers as Askren lands an impressive looking overhand right. Andrianov doesn't seem phased though.
Askren looks to score with a jab to the body but Andrianov is just out of range.
Askren throws a hook but Andrianov blocks it.
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Andrianov avoids the body shot from Askren.
Andrianov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Askren is just out of range.
Askren tries to clinch but Andrianov is having none of it.
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Askren.
Nice uppercut there from Askren.#T2##CL#
Askren moves into range and clinches up with Andrianov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short right from Andrianov.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Askren takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Andrianov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Andrianov misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks from the clinch.
Askren tries to clinch up but Andrianov circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Askren instigates a clinch.
Andrianov scores with a shoulder strike.
Askren tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Andrianov's elbow.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Askren digs a right hand underneath Andrianov's ribcage. Andrianov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Andrianov is trying to force a seperation but Askren has the dominant position.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Andrianov.#T3#
Askren is leaning against Andrianov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Askren.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the side of Askren's head.
A bit of stalling here from Andrianov.
A short left from Andrianov.
Askren cracks Andrianov with a nice body shot.
Andrianov is trying to maintain a safe position but Askren gets an underhook and turns Andrianov into the cage.
Askren is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Andrianov is keeping busy.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Askren misses with a body punch.
Andrianov can't find room to land a body shot as Askren controls the action.
Come on Askren - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Askren has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Andrianov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Askren is looking for a takedown.#T4#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Askren slows down the pace here.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Askren softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Andrianov.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Askren swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC2#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Askren does it's job there.
A jab from Andrianov finds it's way through Askren's defenses.
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Askren throws a shot to the body.
Andrianov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Andrianov.#TD#
Askren feints and as Andrianov raises his hands in defense, Askren changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Askren trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Askren sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Andrianov's guard.
Andrianov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Matt Askren overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Askren performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
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. Askren connects with a nice short shot to Andrianov's temple.
Andrianov has hold of Askren's hands but Askren slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Andrianov is trying to stand back up but Askren is controlling him
Askren lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Askren scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T1#
Askren stops Andrianov from getting back to his feet.
Askren seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Andrianov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Andrianov is looking to improve his position.
Andrianov is trying to stand back up but Askren is controlling him #ES2#
Andrianov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Askren is on him like a limpet, forcing Andrianov back against the cage.
Andrianov tries to stall but Askren uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Askren struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Askren throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Askren tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov lands an uppercut.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Askren.
Andrianov trying to stall but Askren improves his position.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Matt Askren has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
A short body shot lands from Askren as the two fighters clinch.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Askren.
Askren misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Askren misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Askren.
Andrianov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The referee is keeping an eye on Andrianov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Askren.
Andrianov lands a left hand.
Askren lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Askren lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Askren lands a hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Askren has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Askren lands with a right to the head.
Andrianov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Askren goes for a takedown attempt but Andrianov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Andrianov defending well as Askren loads up on a big left hand.
Askren avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrianov misses with a body shot.
Askren misses with an uppercut. Andrianov saw that one coming.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
Askren ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Askren feinted with a counter takedown.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Andrianov staying out of range there.
Andrianov lands with a right hand.
Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Askren.
Askren tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Askren.
Askren misses the body punch
and Andrianov counters with a stiff right hand.
Askren looks to land a left hand but Andrianov moved out of range nicely.
Askren connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Andrianov.
Askren throws a lazy uppercut
and Askren takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Askren just misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Askren with a body shot.
Andrianov lands with a straight right. Askren didn't see that one coming.
Andrianov moves out of range of the strikes.
Andrianov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Askren throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andrianov walks into a stiff left hand from Askren.
Askren throws a hook to the side of Andrianov's head but Andrianov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Askren takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.

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 Matt Askren.
I think Andrianov 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!

Event: OFK 79 - Bagwis Vs Akharraz
Date: Apr 10, 2021

#R1#
Askren throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sledgehammer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sledgehammer works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sledgehammer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Askren.
Sledgehammer appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sledgehammer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sledgehammer slips under a jab from Askren.
Askren avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sledgehammer throws the left hand but Askren avoids the punch easily.
Askren misses with a takedown attempt - Sledgehammer sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sledgehammer throws a series of punches but Askren avoids them all with ease.
Sledgehammer misses with a hook.
Askren punishes Sledgehammer's body with a nice straight punch.
Askren misses with an uppercut.
Sledgehammer slips a jab from Askren.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sledgehammer throws a series of punches but Askren moves out of range.
Sledgehammer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Askren.
Askren throws a hook but Sledgehammer blocks it.
Good exchange - Askren coming out on top.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Askren lands a jab.
Sledgehammer punishes Askren's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Sledgehammer lands a jab to Askren's midsection.
Askren misses with an uppercut. Sledgehammer saw that one coming.
Askren is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sledgehammer.
Askren 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.
Sledgehammer walks into a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Sledgehammer as he connects with a hook.
Sledgehammer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Askren cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sledgehammer stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A lazy left from Sledgehammer finds it's target.
Askren avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Askren tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Askren steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sledgehammer.
Askren looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sledgehammer misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sledgehammer tries to clinch up but Askren circles away and keeps his distance.
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!
Askren shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sledgehammer but Sledgehammer pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sledgehammer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Askren circles away quickly and effectively.
Sledgehammer throws a nice head kick!
Hanny Sledgehammer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Askren shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Askren shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sledgehammer but Sledgehammer pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sledgehammer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hanny Sledgehammer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matt Askren.#T2#
Sledgehammer tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Askren throws a lazy right hand but Sledgehammer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sledgehammer shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Askren eats them both and turns towards Sledgehammer to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Sledgehammer misses with a head kick.
Hanny Sledgehammer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Askren throws a hook to the side of Sledgehammer's head but Sledgehammer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Sledgehammer does it's job there.
Askren takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Sledgehammer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sledgehammer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Askren swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sledgehammer lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Askren backs up against the cage.
Sledgehammer misses with a two punch combination.
Nice shot lands for Askren.
Sledgehammer is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A left lands for Askren.
Askren lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #ROC2#Sledgehammer is rocked!#TD2#
Askren gets a big slam - oh, Sledgehammer is out! Sledgehammer is out! That's a nasty KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Slam). Matt Askren!
A very excited looking Matt Askren 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: OFK 72- Mad Onion Vs Dela Cruz
Date: Mar 17, 2021

#R1#
Nice uppercut there from Zaire.
Zaire throws a push kick but Askren slaps the foot to one side.
Askren throws an overhand right that lands on Zaire's shoulder, as Zaire tries to avoid the shot.
Zaire fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Askren looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Zaire dips to his left and cracks Askren with an uppercut!
We've been told by Zaire's head coaches at The Rubber Guard Emporium that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Zaire keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Askren scores with a nice head shot.
Askren looks to land a right hand but Zaire moved out of range.
It looked like Zaire wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Zaire clinches up with Askren and pushes him back against the cage.
Askren stalls.
Askren blocks an uppercut.
Zaire pushes Askren back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Zaire is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T1#
Zaire swings wildly with an uppercut but Askren uses good head movement to avoid it.
Askren lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zaire backwards.
Askren prevents a body shot from Zaire.
Askren controlling the action here for a moment.
A head punch on the inside from Zaire fails to land.
Askren scores with a nice hook to the head.
Askren looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Askren blocks a body shot from Zaire.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Askren.
Zaire blocks an uppercut.
Askren has a couple of punches blocked by Zaire.
Askren blocks a body shot from Zaire.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Zaire's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Zaire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Zaire misses with a hook from the clinch.
Askren throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Zaire working aggressively here.
A left hand lands to the body for Zaire.
Still in the clinch, Askren scores with a nice short uppercut.
Zaire blocking some punches.
Askren misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zaire goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Askren misses with the head strike.
Askren blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Zaire.
Askren is trying to stall.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Zaire creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Askren pushes Zaire back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Askren lands a left hand.
A head punch on the inside from Zaire fails to land.
Zaire working aggressively here.
Zaire blocks an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Zaire.
Zaire misses with some punches. #T3#
Askren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Askren.
Zaire misses with some punches.
The referee is keeping an eye on Zaire - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Askren effectively controlling the action here.
Zaire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Askren's elbow.
Askren lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zaire backwards.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Askren as Zaire tries to tie him up.
Zaire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Askren lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Askren stalls.
Zaire can't find room to land a body shot as Askren controls the action.
Zaire tries a body shot but Askren blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Askren.
Askren lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Askren trying to control the position but instead, Zaire has worked for underhooks and has pushed Askren into the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Zaire misses with a punch to the body.
Askren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Zaire misses with a short punch on the inside.
Askren blocks a body shot from Zaire.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Zaire.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Askren.
Askren throws a head punch that misses.
Zaire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Askren's elbow.
A short uppercut from Zaire.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Askren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Zaire misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Zaire.
Zaire struggles to land a body shot inside as Askren controls his hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Abdullah Zaire will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Askren throws a good cross that connects.
Askren keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Askren cracks Zaire with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Zaire avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice shot by Askren.
Zaire walks into a stiff left hand from Askren.
Jab from Askren.
Zaire takes a swing at Askren's ribcage but misses.
Askren avoids the head kick by Zaire.
Askren throws the left hand but Zaire avoids the punch easily.
Matt Askren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zaire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zaire slips under a jab from Askren.
Askren connects with a jab.#T1#
A jab from Askren does it's job there.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zaire.
Askren bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Zaire's head.
Askren loads up on a big right hand but Zaire slips the punch.
Zaire was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Zaire throws a big shot that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Askren! But no joy.
Askren keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Askren tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Zaire feints and then cracks Askren's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Askren down.
Askren misses with an uppercut. Zaire saw that one coming.
Zaire is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Askren swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Zaire.
Zaire misses with a wild body shot.
Zaire misses with a kick to the body.
Askren cracks a nice hook into Zaire's ribs.#T2#
Zaire throws a good cross that connects.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big left from Askren misses.
Askren moves out of range of the body kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Askren darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Askren connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Askren misses with a looping left.
An attempted straight right counter from Zaire misses the target.
Zaire avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice shot by Askren.
Askren looks to land a right hand but Zaire moved out of range.
Zaire lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Askren misses with a left hand
and Zaire counters with a straight right hand.
Askren clobbers Zaire with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Askren throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
Zaire staying out of range there.
Nice shot lands for Askren.
Askren missing with a left hand there. Zaire was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Zaire misses the jab.
Askren with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Zaire to score with a decent uppercut.
Askren misses with an uppercut.
Zaire appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Donk. Zaire catches Askren right on the button with a cross.
Zaire walks into a left hand.
Askren throws a jab when Zaire was well out of range.
Askren stuns Zaire with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Askren smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Zaire stuffs the takedown.
A counter left hand to the body from Zaire misses its target.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Askren chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Zaire can pounce on him.
Zaire is looking to clinch but Askren is avoiding it.
Askren missing with a left hand there. Zaire was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Askren swings widly with a right hand
and Zaire cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Askren connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Zaire defending well as Askren loads up on a big left hand.
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Askren swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Zaire.
Askren swings for the body but Zaire moves out of range.
Zaire goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #CL#
Zaire forces Askren back against the cage and clinches.
Zaire lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Good leg kick by Zaire. #CL#
Zaire has closed the distance and engaged Askren in a clinch.
Askren controlling the action here for a moment.
A short right from Askren.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Zaire.
Zaire misses with a punch to the body.
Askren throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Zaires head.
Zaire misses with a punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Zaire creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Zaire fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaire misses with a punch on the inside.
Askren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Zaire doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Askren throws a head punch that misses.
Zaire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Zaire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Askren blocking some punches.
Zaire scores with a shoulder strike.
Askren is stalling here.
Zaire lands an uppercut.
Askren has a couple of punches blocked by Zaire.
Zaire is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A right hand to the body from Zaire.
Zaire blocking some punches.
Zaire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Askren.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Askren.
Askren lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Zaire fails to land.
Zaire throws a punch but it's blocked by Askren.
Askren swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Zaire takes a shot to the head.
Askren swings wildly with an uppercut but Zaire uses good head movement to avoid it.
Abdullah Zaire has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Zaire blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Zaire's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Zaire works on Askren's body with a couple of short punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zaire misses with the head strike.
Zaire swings wildly with an uppercut but Askren uses good head movement to avoid it.
Zaire throws a punch but it's blocked by Askren.
Zaire blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Askren fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Zaire throws a head punch that misses.
Askren throws a head punch that misses.
Askren blocks an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Zaire.
Zaire misses with a short punch on the inside.
Zaire tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Zaire can't find room to land a body shot as Askren controls the action.
A short right from Askren on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T3#
Askren is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Askren throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Askren.
Askren throws a head punch that misses.
Askren misses with a punch on the inside.
Zaire tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Askren's elbow.
Askren will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Zaire up against the cage.
A short right from Zaire.
Zaire softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Zaire goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Zaire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Zaire lands a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Askren.
Askren dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T4#
Zaire looking to slow down the pace here.
Zaire throws a head punch that misses.
Zaire fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Zaire throws a punch but it's blocked by Askren.
Zaire struggles to land a body shot inside as Askren controls his hands.
Askren lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Zaire lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Askren backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stalling in the clinch from Askren.
Zaire misses with a punch to the body.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Askren.
Zaire misses with the head strike.
Askren lands a shoulder strike.
Askren tries to stall but Zaire uses the opportunity to gain a better position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Abdullah Zaire showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Zaire 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:28
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Abdullah Zaire!
A relieved looking Abdullah Zaire 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: FARTMMA 123
Date: Nov 07, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Shelby clinches.
Shelby working aggressively here.
Askren tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Shelby is trying to break free.
A short uppercut from Shelby.
Shelby misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Shelby presses Askren against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Shelby working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Askren jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Shelby walks away with a smile on his face. Askren gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Shelby clinches with his opponent.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Shelby.
Shelby scores with a shoulder strike.
Shelby throws a punch but it's blocked by Askren.
Shelby working aggressively here. #T1#
Askren is trying to drag Shelby to the mat but Shelby just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Askren 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.
Hugh Shelby has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matt Askren.
Shelby tries to land a knee to the head but Askren blocks with his arms.
Shelby lands a right hand that snaps the head of Askren backwards.
Shelby misses with the head strike.
Shelby tries to stall but Askren uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Shelby.
Shelby swings away with an uppercut that misses. #TD2#
Askren lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Askren thows a huge punch but Shelby dodges it nicely.
Askren seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T2#
Askren thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Shelby's head.
Askren slips a nice elbow through Shelby's hands, connecting with Shelby's forehead.
Shelby on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Askren has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Askren missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Shelby on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Askren lands a nice short elbow.
Shelby is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Doom's Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
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. Askren connects with a nice short shot to Shelby's temple.
Shelby keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Askren thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Shelby avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Askren.
Askren is thwarting Shelby's attempts to control the position.
Askren not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Shelby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Askren throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Askren drops an elbow to the side of Shelby's head.
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Askren missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Askren throwing shots but Shelby is blocking nicely.
Askren working Shelby over with strikes.
Askren winds up and cracks Shelby with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Shelby looks like he's trying to stand up.
Askren lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ROC2#Shelby is rocked!
Shelby is trying to stand.
Oh Shelby is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Askren is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Shelby is hurt! He's hurt bad - Askren fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Shelby from any more punishment! Congratulations to Askren! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matt Askren!
After winning the bout, Matt Askren thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Skrap Fights 100
Date: Nov 16, 2019

#R1##CL#
Askren gets a clinch. #BC2#
Steele breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Askren throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Steele throws out a counter right but Askren avoids it with no problem.
Steele throws out a loose jab but Askren uses good head movement to avoid it.
Askren throws a body punch but Steele moves out of range. #TD#
Askren dives in and scores a takedown into Steele's guard.
Steele is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Steele escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Askren gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Askren postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren wants to control from the top but Steele keeps moving. #T1#
Askren stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Steele swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Askren postures up in Steele's guard and throws a big left but Steele blocks it.
Steele has his hands on Askren's head, controlling the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Askren with a nice head shot there.
Askren scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Steele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Steele is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Steele might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Askren haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Steele throws a series of punches but Askren moves out of range.
Askren connects with a jab.
Askren cracks a nice hook into Steele's ribs.
Askren ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Askren bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3#
Askren uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Steele.
Askren bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Steele thows a left - swing and a miss!
Askren ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steele moves away.
Askren throws a hook but Steele blocks it.
Askren dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Stanley Steele is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steele on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Askren ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steele moves away.
Despite the aggression on Steele's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A shot to the liver by Askren. Beautiful body shot.#TD#
Askren fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Steele to the ground. Askren is now in Steele's guard.
Askren postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Askren 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.
Steele is trying to control the position but Askren postures up. #T4#
Askren wants to control from the top but Steele keeps moving.
Askren stands up over Steele, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Steele looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Askren accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Steele is trying to keep Askren in close.
Askren wants to control from the top but Steele keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Askren slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Steele misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Askren.
Steele lands with a nice combination. Askren backs away looking to recover.
Steele fails to land with a series of punches.
Steele swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Askren counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Askren looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Askren is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steele can do to turn this around?
Askren thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Steele's head.
Askren working the head and body with strikes.
Steele works his way to full guard. Good work.
Steele controls Askren momentarily but Askren frees himself.
Askren scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
Steele looking to control.
Askren scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Steele is looking for a triangle but Askren pushes his legs off easily.
Steele trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Steele has his foot on Askren's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Askren works his way back into a safe position though.
Askren scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Askren working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Askren lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Askren is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Matt Askren overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Askren wants to control from the top but Steele keeps moving.
Askren postures up.
Steele preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Askren chips away with some ground and pound.
Askren postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Steele not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3##SUB2#
Steele throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Steele working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Askren. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Askren fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Steele looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Steele misses with a looping left.
Askren drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Askren walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Steele displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Askren.
Askren looks to score with a jab to the body but Steele is just out of range.#T4#
Steele lands a nice hook to Askren's body. Askren takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Askren keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Askren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Steele.
Askren keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD#
Askren gets a takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Askren looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Steele is trying to maintain the position but Askren is very close to passing his half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Steele keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Stanley Steele seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Steele throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Askren decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Steele's guard.
Steele controlling the position.
Askren stands up over Steele, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Askren is working Steele over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Steele looking to hit a scissor sweep but Askren is one step ahead there.
Askren scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Steele looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1#
Steele controls Askren momentarily but Askren frees himself.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Askren's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Steele managing to control the position.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Steele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steele is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Askren throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Steele works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Askren with a flurry of punches that miss. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Askren is looking to wear down Steele with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Askren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Steele.
Askren tries to counter with a takedown but Steele is quick to defend against it.
Steele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Askren moves away.
Askren appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Steele misses with a looping right.
Steele misses with a series of wild punches. #TD#
Askren gets a takedown into half guard.#T3#
Steele is trying to control but can't.
Askren seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Steele on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Askren stalling away here and it's allowed Steele to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Askren wants to control from the top but Steele keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Steele is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Steele has momentary wrist control but Askren slips an elbow through the middle.
Askren content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Askren works over Steele with some ground and pound from guard.
Steele is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Askren missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Steele is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askren stands up over Steele, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren clearly takes that round.
That's time! Askren's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Nice uppercut lands for Steele. That snapped Askren's head back.
Steele walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Askren tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Steele paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Askren tries to close the distance and clinch up but Steele swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stanley Steele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steele throws a series of strikes that have Askren backpedaling.
Steele throws a body punch but Askren moves out of range.
Askren scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steele.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Steele fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Askren manages to avoid it.
Askren attempts a counter takedown but Steele avoids it well and moves away.
Askren lands a jab.#T1#
Steele misses with a hook. Askren ducked under it nicely.
Askren changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Steele fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Askren manages to avoid it.
Askren tries to counter with a takedown but Steele is quick to defend against it.
Steele misses with a wild body shot.
Askren with a jab.
Askren slips under a jab.
Askren slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Steele lands a nice looking body shot.
Steele misses the shot to the body.
Steele on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Askren misses with a low kick.
Steele let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Askren just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Steele! But no joy.#T2#
Steele takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Steele takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Askren 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 Steele has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Steele and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
It looks like Askren has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Some wild striking there from Steele.
Askren connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Steele's hands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab from Steele misses.
Steele tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Askren was well out of range. Poor timing from Steele.
Steele on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Steele looks to land a left hand but Askren moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Steele throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Askren tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Steele paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Steele lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Askren just misses with a punch to the body.
Steele throws a series of punches but Askren avoids them all with ease.
Askren dives in for a single leg takedown but Steele sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Askren slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Askren shoots in and drives through. Steele sprawls well.
Steele throws a body punch but Askren moves out of range.
Askren attempts a counter takedown but Steele avoids it well and moves away.
Askren tries to clinch there but Steele circles away.
Steele throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Askren counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Steele!
Askren wants to control but Steele is keeping him busy. #T4#
Steele is trying to control Askren's posture but Askren avoids it.
An elbow from Askren crashes against the mat.
Askren working the head with strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Askren trying to control the action but Steele is working from the bottom.
Steele is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren had his way with Stanley Steele in that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Steele missing with a left hand there. Askren was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Steele throws a combination. Askren tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Askren swings for the body but Steele moves out of range. #TD#
Steele gets caught flat footed, as Askren shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Askren is pushing down on Steele's leg trying to pass to half guard. Steele is fighting to maintain full guard but Askren has managed to sneak the leg through.
Steele trying to control here.
Askren landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if Askren is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Askren lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T1#
Steele is looking to improve his position.
Askren seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Steele is looking to improve his position.
Askren scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Steele blocking the ground and pound attempt from Askren.
Stanley Steele has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Matt Askren is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Steele is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Askren pulls his head out easily.
Askren is looking to advance position but Steele won't allow it.
Askren moves into side control, avoiding the strikes from Steele.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Steele is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Askren content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Steele is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T3#
Askren wants to lay and pray for a moment but Steele keeps working.
Askren working away.
Steele tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Askren easily slips into full mount!
Steele tries to hold on but Askren postures up.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Askren tries to control but Steele wriggling away.
Steele is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Steele is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Askren wants to control the pace but Steele is squirming around nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Askren lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Matt Askren showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Askren, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight for Matt Askren!

Matt Askren wins by unanimous decision!
Matt Askren retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath Matt Askren thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Skrap Fights 92
Date: Oct 18, 2019

#R1#
Nova's jab looks to have found its range, popping Askren under the eye.
Nova throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Askren counters with a nice double leg into side control. Nova won't be happy with that.
Nova manages to work his way to half guard, despite Askren's best efforts.
Nova wants to improve his position but Askren is controlling well.
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Askren tries to pass to full mount but Nova defends it.
Askren lands with a punch from half guard.
Askren lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Nova looking for submissions off his back.
Askren is nestled in close to Nova, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T1#
Nova wants to get back to full guard.
Askren is nestled in close to Nova, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Askren is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Askren working the head and body with strikes.
Askren 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.
Askren working Nova over with strikes.
Askren 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. #SUB2#
Nova with the active half guard here but Askren passes nicely into side control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Nova tries to control but Askren manages to take his back.
Nova wants to escape the position. #T2#
Askren lands with a hammerfist to the side of Nova's head.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Askren is trying to stick to Nova's back but Nova is turning into Askren. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Askren's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Nova.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nova wants to control from the top but Askren keeps moving.
Nova preventing the sweep.
Askren keeping moving, preventing Nova from controlling successfully.
Askren looking for a sweep. Not yet Askren, not yet.
Askren controls Nova momentarily but Nova frees himself.
Nova wants to control from the top but Askren keeps moving. #T3#
Nova preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Nova content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Askren has locked up a guillotine! Askren's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Nova is holding on here and Askren must be using up a lot of energy. Nova has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Askren gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Matt Askren!
An out of breath Matt Askren thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Skrap Fights 85
Date: Sep 21, 2019

#R1#
Serronen misses with a head kick.
Askren changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Serronen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Askren doesn't seem bothered though.
Askren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Serronen manages to avoid it.
Serronen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Askren.
Askren wants to clinch.
Serronen throws a hook but Askren blocks it.
Askren feints the counter takedown.
Serronen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Serronen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away. #CL2#
Askren rushes Serronen and presses him up against the ropes.
Askren struggles to land a body shot inside as Serronen controls his hands.
I was talking to Serronen's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Askren trying to stall but Serronen improves his position. #BC#
Serronen breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Askren goes for a double leg but Serronen avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Serronen continues to drive forward.#T1#
Serronen misses with an uppercut.
A slapping leg kick lands for Askren.
A shot to the body from Askren misses
enabling Serronen to counter with a crisp jab.
Serronen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Askren throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Askren is looking to clinch but Serronen is avoiding it.
Askren jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Askren has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Serronen finds it's way round the side to connect with Askren's head.
Askren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Serronen.
Aku Serronen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Serronen misses with a hook. Askren ducked under it nicely.
Serronen is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Serronen misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Askren decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Serronen's guard.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Serronen keeping moving, preventing Askren from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Askren accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Serronen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Askren is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Askren trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Askren has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Serronen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Serronen working a defensive guard but Askren passes into half guard.
Serronen is trying to get back to full guard.
Serronen trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Askren manages to pass to mount! #T3#
A nice elbow there by Askren.
Askren avoids the attempt from Serronen to control.
Askren lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Askren throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Serronen tries to lock up and control but Askren gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Askren landing strikes, looking to finish!
Serronen can't escape the position. #T4#
Askren lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Serronen hang on?
Serronen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Askren pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Serronen is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Askren landing shots from mount.
Serronen is looking to improve his position but Askren isn't that keen on the idea.
Askren landing strikes, looking to finish!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Askren smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Askren gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Serronen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Askren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Serronen.
Askren misses with a low kick.
Serronen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Askren.
Askren takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A good leg kick by Serronen.
Serronen connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Serronen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Askren has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Serronen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Askren finds it's way round the side to connect with Serronen's head.
Serronen throws a body shot but no joy.
Askren with the counter takedown but Serronen avoids it easily.#CL2#
Askren has Serronen up against the ropes in a clinch. #T1##BC#
Serronen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Serronen throws out a loose jab but Askren uses good head movement to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Serronen.
Askren drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Serronen defends it well.#CL2#
Askren rushes Serronen and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#BC2#
Askren breaks from the clinch.
Askren throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Askren closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Serronen sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Askren thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Askren is nestled in close to Serronen, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Askren is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Askren working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Askren not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T2#
Serronen trying to control here.
Serronen taking some punishment here, with Askren in his half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Serronen wants to control but Askren is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Serronen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Serronen is trying to maintain the position but Askren is very close to passing his half guard.
Serronen tries to get to full guard but Askren has control of the leg.
Askren scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Askren is trying to control the action in half guard but Serronen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Serronen is looking to improve his position.
Serronen wants to control but Askren is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Askren throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Askren content to control rather than advance.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Serronen is not content to let Askren control the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Serronen throws a jab when Askren was well out of range.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Askren looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Serronen!
Askren working the head with strikes.
Serronen regains half guard.
Serronen has his hands clasped together around Askren's back. He's all about the action.
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Serronen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Askren is looking to advance position but Serronen won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Matt Askren will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
A big left from Serronen misses.
Askren misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Serronen.
A jab from Serronen does it's job there.
Serronen loads up on a big right hand but Askren slips the punch.
Serronen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Askren.
Serronen throws a hook to the side of Askren's head but Askren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Serronen connects with the punch.#TD2#
Askren bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Serronen tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Serronen is bucking up trying to escape but Askren cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Askren lands a heavy elbow. #T1#
Askren working the ground and pound effectively.
Serronen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Askren scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Serronen tries to hold on but Askren postures up.
Askren pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Serronen tries to lock up and control but Askren gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Askren lands with some strikes.
Askren lands a couple of good shots and Serronen has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Serronen looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T2#
Askren scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Askren is not going to allow Serronen to sit and survive in this position.
A lull in the action here.
Serronen covering up well under a series of strikes from Askren.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Askren.
Askren doesn't have the hooks in and Serronen manages to turn into his guard. #T3##SU#
Serronen decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Askren, up you get!
Jab by Askren.
Askren takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Askren throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Askren ducks under a wild hook from Serronen.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Askren is defended easily by Serronen.
Askren chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T4#
Askren avoids the body shot from Serronen.
Nice defenses there by Serronen.
Serronen throws a head kick that misses.
Askren tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Askren throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Serronen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Serronen lands a lovely overhand right.
Serronen throws a hook but Askren blocks it.
Askren steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Serronen.
Askren has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A swing and a miss from Serronen.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Askren misses the shot to the body.
Serronen feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Serronen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Serronen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Askren darts in trying to clinch
and Serronen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren really dominated that round.
That's time! Serronen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Serronen misses the shot to the body.
Askren feints the counter takedown.
Serronen lands with an uppercut that bounces Askren off the ropes and back into range.
Askren fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Serronen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Askren takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CL2#
Askren has Serronen up against the ropes in a clinch.
Askren is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren has Serronen pressed against the ropes, preventing Serronen from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Serronen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Serronen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Askren with the counter takedown but Serronen avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Serronen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Askren avoids the body shot from Serronen. #T1#
Askren fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Serronen wants to slow Askren down by chopping away at his legs.
Serronen loads up on a big right hand but Askren slips the punch.
Serronen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Askren.
A big left from Serronen misses.
And Askren tries to counter it with a takedown but Serronen pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Serronen with a hook.
Askren tries to move into range but Serronen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Serronen is looking to land body kicks.
Serronen loads up on a big right hand but Askren slips the punch.
Serronen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Askren is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Serronen bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T2#
Serronen throws a hook but Askren blocks it.
Askren is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Askren throws a shot to the body.
Askren smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Serronen fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Serronen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Askren shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Serronen defends it nicely.
Askren avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Serronen throws a looping overhand right but Askren ducks down to avoid it.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Serronen.
Askren tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T3#
Serronen throws a body punch but Askren moves out of range.
Serronen throws an overhand right that lands on Askren's shoulder, as Askren tries to avoid the shot.
Askren feints the counter takedown.
A jab from Serronen misses.
Serronen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Askren drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Serronen defends it well.
Askren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Serronen.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Serronen.
Askren feints the counter takedown.
Serronen throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Askren's head.
Serronen misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Askren counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Askren throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Askren not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Matt Askren has got the better of the ground game so far.
Serronen pushes Askren off looking to stand but Askren dives back in and keeps control. #T4#
Serronen wants to control but Askren is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Serronen taking some punishment here, with Askren in his half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Askren lands a nice short elbow.
Serronen taking some punishment here, with Askren in his half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Askren trying to control the action but Serronen is working from the bottom.
Serronen wants to control but Askren is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Serronen has hold of Askren's hands but Askren slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Aku Serronen had his way with Matt Askren in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R5#
Serronen throws a head kick but Askren moves out of range.
Askren scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Askren tries to close the distance and clinch but Serronen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Askren looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Askren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Serronen.
Askren avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Aku Serronen is winning the standup battle so far.
Serronen connects with a solid leg kick.
Askren blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren avoids the body shot from Serronen.
A big right from Serronen misses.
Askren drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Serronen defends it well.
Askren avoids the body shot from Serronen.
Good exchange - Askren coming out on top.
Askren is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Serronen rather than just go for the knockout.#T1#
Askren swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Serronen.
Askren walks into a stiff left hand from Serronen.
Askren misses with a wild body shot.
Serronen takes a swing at Askren's ribcage but misses.
Aku Serronen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Serronen gets caught flat footed, as Askren shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Serronen working a defensive guard here.
Serronen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Askren.
Askren works over Serronen with some ground and pound from guard.
Serronen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Askren is one step ahead there.
Serronen being controlled here, momentarily.
Aku Serronen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Askren keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Serronen's head.
Askren passes Serronen's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Askren moves into full mount! Serronen won't be happy about that!
Serronen wants to control but Askren is having none of it.
Askren looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Askren looking to control but Serronen is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Askren putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Matt Askren is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Serronen is trying desperately to improve position.
Askren controlling the pace for now.
Serronen tries to reverse the position but Askren maintains control.#T4#
Serronen tries to lock up and control but Askren gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Serronen really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Askren wants to control the pace but Serronen is squirming around nicely.
Serronen is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Serronen wants to hold on but Askren pushes him away.
Serronen keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Serronen's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Matt Askren comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Askren 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 Alan Glass scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight for Matt Askren!

Matt Askren wins by unanimous decision!
Matt Askren is the new welterweight champion!
An out of breath Matt Askren thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Skrap Fights 77
Date: Aug 30, 2019

#R1#
A low kick from Kallio misses #TD#
and Askren counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Ground and pound from Askren.
Kallio is staying active underneath Askren, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kallio desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Askren sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kallio defending well though.
Askren looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren thows a huge punch but Kallio dodges it nicely.
Kallio tries to roll over but Askren keeps him under control.
Askren throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Kallio is trying to stand up here but Askren is controlling him well.
Askren looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kallio with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Askren throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Kallio to regain full guard.
Askren with a flurry of punches that miss.
Askren landing some decent shots from guard.
Kallio preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Askren is fighting to break Kallio's control of his arms but Kallio is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Askren 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.
Askren lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T2#
Askren controls from within his opponent's guard.
Askren throwing strikes but missing.
Kallio working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Askren.
Kallio avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Askren postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Askren throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kallio works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kallio is looking to stand up but Askren isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##CL#
Askren moves into the clinch.
Kallio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short body shot lands from Askren as the two fighters clinch.
Kallio wants to break free but Askren has control.
Kallio wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Askren doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Askren lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kallio struggles to land a body shot inside as Askren controls his hands. #TD#
Askren has picked Kallio up - he's going for a ride! Askren dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Askren 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.
Kallio has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Askren wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kallio keeps working.
Askren missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T4#
Askren wants to control but Kallio is keeping him busy.
Kallio regains full guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kallio looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kallio is trying to keep Askren in close.
Askren working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Kallio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askren stopping the sweep attempt from Kallio.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that round.
That's time! Askren's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Nice sprawl there from Kallio as Askren shoots in.
Kallio takes a swing at Askren's ribcage but misses.
Kimmo Kallio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kallio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Askren.
Nice defenses there by Askren.
Askren slips under a jab from Kallio.
Askren lands a slapping body shot.
Kallio misses with a body kick.
Kallio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Askren.
Askren is looking to clinch.
Kallio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Askren moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kallio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Askren attempts a counter takedown but Kallio avoids it well and moves away.
A big left from Askren misses.
Kallio throws a jab but it's blocked by Askren.
Askren looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kallio throws a chopping leg kick but Askren manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Askren attempts a counter takedown but Kallio avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Askren 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.
Askren shoots for a takedown but Kallio saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kallio throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Askren stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A punch combination from Kallio misses.
Askren looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kallio is fending him off so far but Askren persists. Nope, Kallio circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matt Askren. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Askren shoots in but no luck this time.
Askren dodges the punch combination from Kallio.
Askren attempts a counter takedown but Kallio avoids it well and moves away.
Kallio jabs Askren to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Askren is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kallio can do to turn this around?
Kallio throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Askren counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kallio working a defensive guard here.
Askren trying to control but Kallio is working from the bottom. #T2#
Askren 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.
Askren trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Askren lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Askren postures up in Kallio's guard and throws a big left but Kallio blocks it.
Askren scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Askren is looking to work some ground and pound but Kallio has wrist control.
Kallio keeping moving, preventing Askren from controlling successfully.
Askren chips away with some ground and pound.
Askren looking to sit in guard and control but Kallio gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Askren looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kallio passes into side control.
Askren is trying to get back to half guard.#T4#
Askren is working hard here to advance position.
Askren is trying to control Kallio's posture but Kallio avoids it.
Askren is trying to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kallio has control of an arm but Askren manages to advance to Kallio's back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kimmo Kallio will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Askren connects with a leg kick. Kallio looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Askren thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kallio avoids the body shot from Askren.
Askren slips a straight right by Kallio.
Askren misses with a straight left.
Kallio comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Askren misses with a body shot.
Kallio takes a swing at Askren's ribcage but misses.
Kallio misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kallio throws a right and a left that Askren avoids nicely.
Kallio swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Askren throws a low kick but Kallio avoids it.
Askren tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kallio was well out of range. Poor timing from Askren.
Kallio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Kallio takes a swing at Askren's ribcage but misses.
Askren changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL#
Askren drives through and clinches with Kallio against the ropes. #BC#
Askren pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Askren doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Good exchange - Askren coming out on top.
Kallio cracks Askren with an open hand slap.
Kallio misses with a wild body shot.
Askren walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kallio.
Askren shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kallio defends it nicely.
Kallio fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kimmo Kallio seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Kallio misses the shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Kallio.
Askren fails to land the takedown.
Kallio loads up on a big right hand but Askren slips the punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kallio. Askren does a little dance to reset his feet.
Askren connects with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kallio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Askren doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Askren on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kallio throws a sloppy head kick and Askren moves out of range easily.
Kallio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Askren sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A good leg kick by Kallio. #T3#
Askren keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kallio jabs at Askren's body.
Kallio throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kallio ducks under a wild hook from Askren.
Kallio misses the shot to the body.
Askren half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kallio throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Askren drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kallio sprawls and moves away.
Askren takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Askren throws a lazy right hand but Kallio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Askren ducks under a wild hook from Kallio.
Kallio throws a hook to the side of Askren's head but Askren sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kallio throws a low kick, looking for Askren's leg but Askren calmly moves out of range.
Kallio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Askren moves into the clinch.#T4#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Askren prevents a body shot from Kallio.
Kallio's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Askren stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Askren is stalling here. #BC2#
Kallio breaks from the clinch.
A low kick from Kallio is predictable there #TD#
and Askren counters with a single leg into guard. Kallio didn't expect that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Askren wants to control from the top but Kallio keeps moving.
Askren scoring with punches to the head and body.
Askren trying to control but Kallio is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kimmo Kallio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kallio 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight for Kimmo Kallio!
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight as a draw!
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight as a draw!

The fight ends as a draw!

Event: Skrap Fights 72
Date: Aug 10, 2019

#R1#
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the body.
Askren looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jones Jr is fending him off so far but Askren persists. Nope, Jones Jr circles away and we're back to standing.
Askren cracks Jones Jr with a good jab.
Jones Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Askren.
Askren has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Askren there as he acknowledges the shot.
Askren misses with a takedown
enabling Jones Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Askren misses with a right hand
and Jones Jr counters with a right hand to the body.
Jones Jr moves away from the strike by Askren.
Jones Jr darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A swing and a miss from Jones Jr.
Askren swats away the attempt to clinch by Jones Jr.
Askren drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Jones Jr defends it well.#T1#
Askren misses with a wild body shot.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones Jr.
Askren shoots in for a takedown but Jones Jr shows good takedown defense.
Jim Jones Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matt Askren.
Askren will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
Askren has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Askren manages to break the clinch.
Nice shot lands for Askren.
Askren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jones Jr.
Askren tries to clinch up.
Jones Jr swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jones Jr misses with a hook.#T2#
Jones Jr misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Askren counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jones Jr!
Jones Jr regains half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Jones Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Askren lands with a punch from half guard.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Askren drops an elbow to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Jones Jr on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Askren prevents Jones Jr from improving his position.
Jones Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Jones Jr escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Askren gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jones Jr has momentary wrist control but Askren slips an elbow through the middle.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3##SUB#
Askren avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Askren working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Jones Jr's head.
Jones Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Jones Jr has his foot on Askren's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Askren works his way back into a safe position though.
Askren scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Askren stopping the sweep attempt from Jones Jr.
Askren wants to pass the guard but Jones Jr is keeping the position.
Askren passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Jones Jr sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T4#
Jones Jr slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jones Jr working a defensive guard but Askren manages to pass into side control anyway.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Askren connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Jones Jr some visible discomfort.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Jones Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Askren grinds an elbow into Jones Jr's temple.
Askren working away.
Askren wants to control but Jones Jr is keeping him busy.
Jones Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Jones Jr scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Askren jabs at Jones Jr's body.
Jones Jr throws a body punch but Askren moves out of range.
Askren with the counter takedown but Jones Jr avoids it easily.
Askren swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jones Jr.
Askren fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones Jr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jones Jr takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones Jr. Askren does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Askren steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones Jr.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Askren.
Jones Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Askren sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A low kick from Askren is predictable there #TD#
and Jones Jr counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Jones Jr with the ground and pound but Askren uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Askren has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Askren looking for a sweep. Not yet Askren, not yet.
Askren doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Jones Jr works over Askren with some ground and pound from guard.
Jones Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Askren is retaining full guard.
Jones Jr trying to control but Askren is working from the bottom.
Jones Jr landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Jones Jr with a nice head shot there.
Askren looking to control. #SUB2#
Jones Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Matt Askren has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jones Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jones Jr distracts Askren with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Askren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones Jr postures up in Askren's guard and throws a big left but Askren blocks it. #T3#
Askren is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jones Jr chips away with some ground and pound.
Jones Jr throws an elbow that misses. Askren uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Jones Jr's guard. Nice move by Askren!#REVB##SUB#
Jones Jr is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jones Jr controls Askren momentarily but Askren frees himself.
Askren working some strikes from top position.#T4#
Jones Jr trying to control the position. #SUB#
Jones Jr throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Askren escapes and throws Jones Jr's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Askren landing strikes.
Jones Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
Askren trying to control the position but Jones Jr is working away.
Askren working the head with strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones Jr gets back to half guard.
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Jones Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
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 Jim Jones Jr will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Askren keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Askren changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Askren shoots in and gets a takedown into Jones Jr's guard.
Askren working some strikes from top position.
Askren chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Jones Jr had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Askren defends it easily.
Jones Jr working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Jones Jr looking for a guillotine here but Askren defends easily. #T1#
Askren is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Askren is in close to Jones Jr's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jones Jr keeping moving, preventing Askren from controlling successfully.
Askren postures up.
Askren postures up and lands a big shot to Jones Jr's brow.
Jones Jr working a defensive guard here.
Askren is working Jones Jr over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Jones Jr is looking for a triangle but Askren pushes his legs off easily.
Jones Jr wants to sweep here but Askren controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones Jr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jones Jr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Askren cracks Jones Jr with a solid left hand.
Jones Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Jones Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Askren scoring with punches to the head and body.
Matt Askren is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jones Jr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Askren wants to control from the top but Jones Jr keeps moving.
Askren is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Askren preventing the sweep.
Jones Jr being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Askren moves away from the strike by Jones Jr.
Jones Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Askren.
Jones Jr wants to clinch but Askren slips to the side#TD2#
and Askren counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
Jones Jr has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Askren can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Jones Jr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Askren is aware though and is defending well.
Jim Jones Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4##SUB#
Jones Jr isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Askren stacks Jones Jr on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Askren!
Jones Jr is looking to reverse the position.
Askren creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Jones Jr takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Jones Jr taking punishment in the form of punches.
Jones Jr is looking for a sweep.
Jones Jr strikes from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Askren wants to control but Jones Jr is keeping him busy.
Jones Jr tries to buck Askren off but Askren is having none of it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Alan Glass scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge George Francis scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight for Matt Askren!

Matt Askren wins by unanimous decision!
Our winner, Matt Askren, 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: Skrap Fights 67
Date: Jul 26, 2019

#R1#
A jab lands there for Trump.
Trump shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Askren is looking to score with low kicks.
Trump half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Askren takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Trump dips to his left and cracks Askren with an uppercut!
Trump looks to score with a jab to the body but Askren is just out of range.
Trump seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Trump shoots in but Askren avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Askren lands with a right hand.
Askren fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Trump getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nice shot by Askren.
Trump shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Askren but Askren pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Donald Trump. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trump.
Trump is trying hard to land a takedown here. Askren sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Askren throws a shot to the body. #T1#
Trump misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Askren fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Trump looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Askren ducks under a wild hook from Trump.
Trump throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Trump misses with a looping left.
Trump is trying hard to land a takedown here. Askren sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Donald Trump seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Askren jabs Trump right on the nose. Trump blinks but takes it well.#CL2#
Askren gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Askren misses with a punch to the body.
Askren lands with a right to the head.
Trump is trying to maintain a safe position but Askren gets an underhook and turns Trump into the ropes.
Askren throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Trump is trying to stall.
Trump looking to slow down the pace here.
Maybe Trump would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.#T2#
Askren can't find room to land a body shot as Trump controls the action. #TD2#
Askren wants the takedown. Trump is fighting it off but Askren persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Trump's guard against the ropes.
Askren must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Askren controlling from the top position.
Askren preventing the sweep.
Askren is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Askren controlling from the top position.
Askren stopping the sweep attempt from Trump.#SUB#
Trump has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Askren can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Trump looking for a sweep. Not yet Trump, not yet. #T3#
Askren sitting in guard here, content to control.
Trump working a defensive guard here.
Trump lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Askren looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Trump stopping the sweep attempt from Askren.
Askren keeping moving, preventing Trump from controlling successfully. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Trump looking to pass the guard.
Askren looking to hit a scissor sweep but Trump is one step ahead there.
Askren avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Trump tries to free his leg and advance position but Askren is retaining full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Trump throws a big right hand that misses.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Trump accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Trump throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Trump goes for a double leg but Askren avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Askren continues to drive forward.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that round.
That's time! Trump's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Trump shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Askren manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Askren can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Trump controls the pace.
Trump with a flurry of punches that miss.
Askren is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Trump trying to move into half guard but instead Askren has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Trump is trying to control the position but Askren postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Askren working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Trump is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Askren works over Trump with some ground and pound from guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Askren's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Askren not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Askren trying to control but Trump is working from the bottom.
Trump is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T2#
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.
Askren slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Trump looking to hit a scissor sweep but Askren is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Trump shoots in looking for a takedown but Askren manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Trump's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Trump takes a jab right on the kisser.
Askren has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
No luck for Trump with that takedown attempt. #TD#
Trump drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Trump trying to control the position from guard on top but Askren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askren manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Trump manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T3#
Trump tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Askren 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.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Trump is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askren controls from within his opponent's guard.
Trump is controlling Askren's posture.
Trump wants to improve his position but instead Askren has moved into half guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Askren trying to control from half guard but Trump is working away.
Trump is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
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. Askren connects with a nice short shot to Trump's temple.
Askren not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Trump trying to control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are battling for position here. Trump manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Trump is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren 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! This is the final round!
#R3#
Trump shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Askren as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Askren clinches up with Trump and pushes him back against the ropes.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Trump can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.#TD2#
Askren gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Trump is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Askren's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Askren's back!
Trump is not going to allow Askren to sit and survive in this position.
Askren tries to escape but Trump has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
A lull in the action here.
Askren rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Trump is stalling here. Askren is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Trump seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Askren has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T1#
Askren controlling the position.
Trump tries to buck Askren off but Askren is having none of it.
Trump tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Trump tries to reverse the position but Askren maintains control.
Askren lands a nice shot to the head.
Trump is desperately trying to improve his position but Askren has a good base and remains in mount.
Trump controls the position.
Matt Askren is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Askren tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Trump is in all sorts of trouble here.
Trump is working hard here to advance position.
Askren controlling the pace for now.
Trump is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Trump holds on to Askren around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Askren controlling the pace for now.
Trump tries to hold on but Askren postures up.
Trump tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Askren takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Askren wants to control the pace but Trump is squirming around nicely.
Trump is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Askren trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Trump can't escape the position.
Askren controlling the pace for now.
Trump is squirming around, avoiding Askren's attempts to control the action.
Trump can't escape the position.
Matt Askren has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Askren controlling his opponent.
Trump is desperately trying to improve his position but Askren has a good base and remains in mount.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight for Matt Askren!

Matt Askren wins by unanimous decision!
Matt Askren thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Skrap Fights 59
Date: Jun 28, 2019

#R1#
Askren scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sloppy strikes from Regueiro. Those never looked like landing.
Askren dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Good exchange - Regueiro coming out on top.
Regueiro looks to land a right hand but Askren moved out of range.
Regueiro dips to his left and cracks Askren with an uppercut!
Askren ducks under a wild hook from Regueiro.
Good work by Askren as he checks the leg kick.
Askren has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Askren there as he acknowledges the shot.
Askren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Regueiro.
Askren half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Askren feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Regueiros jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Regueiro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Askren.
Askren feinted with a counter takedown.
Regueiro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Askren tries to counter with a takedown but Regueiro is quick to defend against it.
Askren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Regueiro.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Regueiro stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Askren moves away from the strike by Regueiro.
Askren tries a low kick but Regueiro avoids it.
Regueiro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Askren. #T1#
Regueiro listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Regueiro throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Askren half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Good shot there by Regueiro.
Askren tries to clinch but Regueiro is having none of it.
Regueiro doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Regueiro feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Askrens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Regueiro defending well as Askren loads up on a big left hand.
Julio Regueiro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A jab lands there for Askren.
Regueiro scores with a nice right hand.
Regueiro jabs Askren to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Regueiro looks to land a left hand but Askren moved out of range nicely.
Regueiro misses with a series of wild punches.
A shot to the liver by Regueiro. Beautiful body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice shot by Regueiro.#T2#
Regueiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Askren moves away.
Regueiro slips under a jab.
Regueiro scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Regueiro misses the shot to the body.
Regueiro scores with a sloppy right hand. Askren should have avoided that one.
Regueiro fails to land with a series of punches.
Regueiro throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Askren counters with a single leg into guard. Regueiro didn't expect that.
Askren looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Regueiro managing to control the position.
Askren throwing strikes from guard but Regueiro blocks nicely.
Askren 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.#T3#
Askren is fighting to break Regueiro's control of his arms but Regueiro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Regueiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askren throws a big elbow that misses.
Regueiro trying to control the position here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Regueiro looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Askren has picked Regueiro up and slammed him! Regueiro can't keep hold of the triangle and Askren manages to pass to side control!
Askren grinds an elbow into Regueiro's temple. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Regueiro stops Askren from passing to mount.
Askren working away.
Regueiro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Askren wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Askren wants to lay and pray for a moment but Regueiro keeps working.
Askren taking a breather here.
Regueiro taking a bit of punishment here - Askren scoring with strikes.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Check out the look on Askren's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Regueiro tries to bench press Askren off him but Askren keeps the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Julio Regueiro dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Askren takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice defenses there by Askren.
Askren darts in looking for a takedown but Regueiro gets double underhooks and turns Askren into the ropes.
Askren misses the shot to the body.
Askren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Regueiro.
Regueiro cracks a nice hook into Askren's ribs.
Regueiro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Askren works Regueiro's body with a nice hook.
Askren missing with a left hand there. Regueiro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Regueiro's corner calls for a 1-2. Regueiro obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Regueiro throws a shot from downtown. Askren moves away and avoids it.
Askren drops down looking for a counter takedown but Regueiro sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren slips a jab from Regueiro.
Regueiro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Askren was well out of range. Poor timing from Regueiro.
Askren feinted with a counter takedown.
Askren scores with the left hand. Regueiro knows he should have avoided that one.
Regueiro throws the kick towards the body but Askren avoids it.
Regueiro throws a body punch but Askren moves out of range. #T1#
Askren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Regueiro manages to avoid it.
Jab, jab by Askren - just one landing.
Askren shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Regueiro as he jumps to the side.
Nice defenses there by Askren.
Askren half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Askren avoids the body shot from Regueiro.
Askren attempts a counter takedown but Regueiro avoids it well and moves away.
Regueiro jabs at Askren's body.
Askren thuds his right hand into Regueiro's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Regueiro scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Regueiro comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Julio Regueiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Regueiro throws a hook but Askren blocks it.
Askren feinted with a counter takedown.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut. Askren saw that one coming.
Askren tries to counter with a takedown but Regueiro is quick to defend against it.
Jab from Askren.
Regueiro throws a head kick but Askren moves out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
No joy there for Regueiro, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T2#
Regueiro throws a hook but Askren avoids it easily.
Regueiro shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Askren defends it nicely.
Regueiro throws a series of punches but Askren moves out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for Regueiro.
Julio Regueiro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Regueiro takes one to the chin there.
Regueiro misses with a straight left.
Nice straight punches there by Askren. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Askren.
Askren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Regueiro.
Regueiro connects with a crisp jab.
Regueiro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab lands there for Regueiro.
Regueiro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Askren slips under a jab from Regueiro.
Askren swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Regueiro avoids the body shot from Askren.
Regueiro comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Regueiro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Regueiro listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A big left from Regueiro misses.
Askren cracks Regueiro with a right hand to the side of the head.
Regueiro misses with a wild body shot.
Regueiro throws a looping overhand right but Askren ducks down to avoid it.
Regueiro thumps Askren with a low kick.
Regueiro throws a body shot but no joy.
Regueiro lands with a cross.
Askren tries to land a leg kick but Regueiro saw it coming and moves away.
Askren throws a body punch but Regueiro moves out of range.
Askren tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Regueiro was well out of range. Poor timing from Askren.#CL#
Regueiro tries to keep at a distance but Askren has taken the fight into the clinch.#T4##BC2#
Regueiro breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A combination from Regueiro does no damage.
Askren feinted with a counter takedown.
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!
Regueiro circles away from the clinch attempt.
Regueiro throws out a counter right but Askren avoids it with no problem.#TD#
Askren scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Regueiro is doing well to control the position and prevent Askren from advancing to side control.
Askren working Regueiro over with strikes.
Askren not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Regueiro is trying to get back to full guard.
Regueiro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Regueiro.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Julio Regueiro 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#
Regueiro scores with a jab. Askren acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Regueiro shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Askren eats them both and turns towards Regueiro to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Regueiro looks to throw the jab but Askren is out of range.
Askren slips a straight right by Regueiro.
Regueiro misses the shot to the body.
Askren drops down looking for a counter takedown but Regueiro sprawls and moves away.
Regueiro throws a solid leg kick but Askren takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Regueiro.
Askren ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Regueiro moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Askren. Regueiro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Askren is looking to wear down Regueiro with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Askren tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Regueiro paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Regueiro misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren ducks under a wild hook from Regueiro.
Askren misses with a body shot.
Askren takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Askren shoots in but no luck this time.
Askren ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Regueiro moves away.#T1#
Askren staying out of range there.#CL#
Askren clinches up with Regueiro and pushes him back against the ropes.
Askren lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Regueiro backwards.
Regueiro is looking to break free of the clinch but Askren has double underhooks.
Askren is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A nice right hand lands inside from Askren.
Regueiro tries to break the clinch but Askren is controlling the position.
Regueiro tries to break the clinch but Askren is controlling the position.
Askren is looking to control Regueiro's arms but Regueiro gets an underhook and turns him. Now Askren has his back to the ropes. #BC2#
Regueiro escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Askren fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Regueiro is looking to chop away at Askren's legs.
Askren uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Regueiro has time to react.
Askren ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Some wild striking there from Regueiro.
Askren attempts a counter takedown but Regueiro avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Regueiro misses with a body shot.
A low kick from Regueiro misses #TD#
and Askren counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Askren working Regueiro over with strikes.
Matt Askren overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Regueiro wants to control but Askren is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Askren is nestled in close to Regueiro, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Regueiro controlling the position well.
Regueiro trying to hold on to Askren's head to control him but Askren postures up.
Askren is controlling the pace. #T3#
Regueiro is looking for a sweep. Askren is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Askren content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've been hearing that Askren has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Regueiro trying to control from the bottom.
Regueiro is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Askren is staying active.
Regueiro on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Askren lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Askren stops Regueiro from getting back to his feet.
Regueiro trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Askren content just to control the position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Regueiro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Regueiro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Matt Askren did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
A swing and a miss from Regueiro.
Regueiro looks to throw the jab but Askren is out of range.
Askren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Regueiro.
Askren changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Regueiro throws the kick towards the body but Askren avoids it.
A low kick from Regueiro is predictable there #TD#
and Askren counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Askren.
Askren content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Askren controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Regueiro trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren landing some decent shots from guard.
Regueiro trying to control the position. #T1#
Askren is fighting to break Regueiro's control of his arms but Regueiro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Askren makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Regueiro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Askren chips away with some ground and pound.
Regueiro is trying to control the position but Askren postures up.
Askren wants to control from the top but Regueiro keeps moving.
Askren keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Regueiro's head.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Regueiro working a defensive guard but Askren manages to pass into side control anyway.
Regueiro can't do much from the bottom here.
Askren prevents Regueiro from escaping the position.
Askren working away.
Regueiro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Askren has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Regueiro wants to hold on but Askren pushes him away.#T3#
Regueiro tries to buck Askren off but he can't manage it.
Askren scoring with strikes but Regueiro is staying in there.
Askren controlling from the full mount.
Askren looking to control but Regueiro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Regueiro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Askren breaks from Regueiro's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Regueiro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Regueiro is trying to stand up.
Askren with the ground and pound from mount. #T4#
Askren sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Regueiro is trying to get to the ropes to help him get back to his feet.
Askren content just to control the position here.
Regueiro tries to hold on but Askren postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Askren lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Regueiro hang on?
Askren unloading with bombs!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren had his way with Julio Regueiro in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Askren gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Regueiro lands a nice shot to the body.
Regueiro misses with a looping left.
Askren swings for the body but Regueiro moves out of range.
Regueiro lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Askren dodges the punch combination from Regueiro.
Regueiro lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Askren connects with a nice looking jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left lands for Regueiro.
Askren lands a jab to the nose.
Askren dips to his left and cracks Regueiro with an uppercut!
Nice shot by Askren.
Askren throws a hook to the side of Regueiro's head but Regueiro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Regueiro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Askren just misses with a punch to the body.
Askren takes one on the button.
Askren looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Askren uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Regueiro has time to react.
Regueiro throws a jab but it's blocked by Askren.
Askren half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Regueiro misses with a hook. Askren ducked under it nicely.
Askren appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Regueiro throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Askren counters with a single leg into guard. Regueiro didn't expect that.
Askren makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Regueiro looking to control but Askren passes into half guard.
Askren winds up and cracks Regueiro with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Regueiro trying to control but Askren postures up. #SUB2#
Regueiro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Askren pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Regueiro is trying to maintain the position but Askren is very close to passing his half guard.
Regueiro wants to improve his position but Askren is controlling well.
Nice strikes from Askren there.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Regueiro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Askren is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Regueiro is controlling Askren's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T3#
Regueiro wants to sweep but Askren has passed to side control!
Askren wants to control but Regueiro is keeping him busy.
Regueiro tries to buck Askren off but Askren is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Regueiro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Askren lands a decent elbow from side control.
Regueiro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Askren off and has taken his back!
Askren is keeping busy. #T4#
Askren is trying to break free.
Askren tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Askren wants to control but Regueiro is having none of it.
Regueiro wants to control the pace but Askren is squirming around nicely.
Askren is looking to improve his position but Regueiro isn't that keen on the idea.

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 Matt Askren.
I think Askren 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 Alan Glass scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight for Julio Regueiro!
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Julio Regueiro!

Julio Regueiro wins by split decision!
Julio Regueiro is the new welterweight champion!
Julio Regueiro decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Skrap Fights 53
Date: Jun 07, 2019

#R1#
A big left from Regueiro misses.
Askren uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Regueiro.
Askren misses with a looping right.
Regueiro let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A punch lands to the side of Askren 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Askren slips under a jab from Regueiro.
Regueiro throws a shot from downtown. Askren moves away and avoids it.
We've been hearing reports that Askren has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Regueiro throws a looping overhand right but Askren ducks down to avoid it.
Regueiro misses with a body shot.
Regueiro throws a lazy right hand but Askren sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Askren changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Regueiro throws a combination. Askren tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Askren defending well as Regueiro loads up on a big left hand.
Askren feinted with a counter takedown.
Regueiro misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Regueiro misses with an uppercut. Askren saw that one coming.#T1#
Regueiro throws the left hand but Askren avoids the punch easily.
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Julio Regueiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Regueiro misses with a straight right.
Askren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Regueiro.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Askren checks a leg kick.
Regueiro throws the left hand but Askren avoids the punch easily.
Askren throws a looping overhand right but Regueiro ducks down to avoid it.
Regueiro is looking to score with low kicks.
Regueiro connects with a looping right hand.
Regueiro fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Regueiro thows a leg kick but Askren checks it #TD#
and Askren counters with a single leg into guard. Regueiro didn't expect that.
Regueiro wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Askren manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Askren seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Regueiro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2##SUB#
Askren is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Regueiro defends it well.
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#
Askren is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Regueiro defends it well.
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Regueiro trying to control but Askren postures up.
Askren stops Regueiro from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Regueiro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Askren is working away from the top position though.
Askren wants to lay and pray for a moment but Regueiro keeps working.
Regueiro taking some punishment here, with Askren in his half guard.
Askren throwing shots but Regueiro is blocking nicely.
Regueiro is trying to get back to full guard.
Regueiro felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Regueiro keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Askren takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Askren wants to free his trapped foot but Regueiro is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Askren slows the pace down in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Regueiro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Regueiro misses with a jab, cross combination.
Askren ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Askren changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Regueiro lands a leg kick that knocks Askren off balance momentarily.
Nice defenses there by Askren.
Regueiro throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Askren counters with a single leg into guard. Regueiro didn't expect that.
Askren landing some decent shots from guard.
Askren scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Julio Regueiro 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#
Regueiro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Askren.
Askren attempts a counter takedown but Regueiro avoids it well and moves away.
Julio Regueiro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Regueiro misses with a right hand #TD#
and Askren counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Askren seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Regueiro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Regueiro avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Askren.
Askren 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.
Askren lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Askren is trying to control. Regueiro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Regueiro trying to control but Askren postures up.
Regueiro tries to get to full guard but Askren has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Regueiro tries to roll over but Askren keeps him under control.#T1#
Askren is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Regueiro trying to control from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Askren.
Regueiro on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Regueiro wants to control but Askren is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Regueiro is not content to let Askren control the position.
Matt Askren overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Askren is looking to advance position but Regueiro won't allow it.
Askren has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Regueiro is squirming around, avoiding Askren's attempts to control the action.
Regueiro can't escape the position. #T3#
Regueiro is in a horrible position here. Askren smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Askren tries to control but Regueiro wriggling away.
BOOM! Askren connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Askren pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T4#
Askren tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Regueiro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Askren slows the pace down in half guard.
Askren prevents Regueiro from standing back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Askren seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Regueiro works over Askren's head and body with a nice combination.
Askren tries to close the distance and clinch up but Regueiro swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Regueiro scores with a sloppy right hand. Askren should have avoided that one.
Regueiro uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Regueiro looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Askren uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Regueiro.
Nice jab there from Askren.
Nice defenses there by Regueiro.
Regueiro scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Askren tries to clinch but Regueiro is having none of it. #CL#
Askren fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Regueiro, pushing him back against the ropes.
Regueiro is trying to push Askren away but Askren has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Askren digs a right hand into Regueiro's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Regueiro's gas tank.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Askren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Regueiro is trying to break free.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #T1#
Askren tries to stall but Regueiro uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Regueiro looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Regueiro lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Askren backwards.
Askren keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Regueiro's efforts to push away.
Regueiro wants to get back to striking at distance but Askren won't allow it.
Askren is trying to drag Regueiro to the mat but Regueiro just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
Regueiro swings wildly with an uppercut but Askren uses good head movement to avoid it.
Askren holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Askren has Regueiro pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Regueiro manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Askren lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Regueiro makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Regueiro lands a body shot in the clinch. #BC2#
Regueiro breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Askren. Regueiro does a little dance to reset his feet.
Regueiro throws a nice outside leg kick. #T2#
Regueiro misses with a wild body shot.
Askren attempts a counter takedown but Regueiro avoids it well and moves away.
A decent looking cross lands there for Regueiro.
Regueiro lands with a good body shot.
Askren ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Regueiro moves away.
Julio Regueiro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Regueiro scores with a jab. Askren acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Regueiro looks to land a right hand but Askren moved out of range.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Regueiro.
Regueiro swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Askren counters with a shoot takedown. Regueiro fights it but they end up in guard.
Regueiro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Askren working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Regueiro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T3#
Askren looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Regueiro puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Askren slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Askren working a defensive guard here.
Regueiro trying to control but Askren is working from the bottom.
Regueiro would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Regueiro must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#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.
Regueiro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Askren is keeping the position for now.
Askren 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#
Regueiro trying to hold on to Askren's head to control him but Askren postures up.
Regueiro is staying active underneath Askren, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Askren is nestled in close to Regueiro, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Julio Regueiro really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Askren just misses with a punch to the body.
Regueiro looks to throw the jab but Askren is out of range.
Askren clobbers Regueiro with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Regueiro throws a leg kick #TD#
and Askren counters with a takedown into side control.
Regueiro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Regueiro is trying to maintain the position but Askren is very close to passing his half guard.
Regueiro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1##SUB2#
Regueiro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Askren doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Askren manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Regueiro controls Askren momentarily but Askren frees himself.
Askren landing some decent shots from guard.
Regueiro avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Askren is stalling in the full guard.
Askren throws a big elbow that misses.
Askren throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Regueiro misses with a straight left.
Regueiro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Askren.
Askren takes one to the side of the head.
Regueiro throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Regueiro misses with a body shot.
Askren feinted with a counter takedown.
Askren slips a jab from Regueiro.#T3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Regueiro.
A shot to the liver by Askren. Beautiful body shot.
Askren ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Askren is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Regueiro misses the target.
Askren throws a body punch but Regueiro moves out of range.
Askren shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Regueiro to counter with a crisp jab.
Regueiro scores with a jab. Askren acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Regueiro throws a nice looking combination but Askren bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Regueiro misses with a straight left.
Regueiro throws a body shot but no joy.
Askren drops down looking for a counter takedown but Regueiro sprawls and moves away.
Regueiro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Askren moves away.#T4#
Askren fails with a takedown attempt.
Askren misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Regueiro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice shot by Regueiro.
Regueiro looks to land a right hand but Askren moved out of range.
Regueiro throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
so Askren counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Askren trying to control but Regueiro is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Askren controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Julio Regueiro dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Nice straight punches there by Askren. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Askren.
Askren tries to clinch up.
Regueiro throws a big shot that misses.
Regueiro throws a jab when Askren was well out of range.
Askren moves forwards but Regueiro connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Askren swings for the body but Regueiro moves out of range.
Askren with a hook.
Regueiro throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Askren.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Regueiro throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Askren counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Regueiro!
Askren wants to control but Regueiro is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Regueiro's face as Askren controls the position. #T1#
Askren landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Regueiro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Regueiro tries to improve position but can't.
Askren is working Regueiro over with some ground and pound from side control.
Regueiro is pushing Askren's head away, looking to escape. Askren manages to hold on to the position though.
Askren wants to lay and pray for a moment but Regueiro keeps working.
Regueiro struggling a bit here.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Regueiro takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Askren scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Regueiro to see if he's OK.
Regueiro is pushing Askren's head away, looking to escape. Askren manages to hold on to the position though.
Askren working the ground and pound from side control.
Check out the look on Askren's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #T3#
Regueiro is looking for a sweep.
Regueiro struggling a bit here.
Regueiro is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Askren is staying active.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Askren trying to control the position but Regueiro is working away. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The crowd cheers as Regueiro lands an impressive looking overhand right. Askren doesn't seem phased though.
Regueiro swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Askren counters with a nice double leg into side control. Regueiro won't be happy with that. #T4#
Askren trying to control the position but Regueiro is working away.
Askren cracks Regueiro with an elbow. That is naaassty.
You can see the frustration on Regueiro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Regueiro takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Askren looks up at the clock and then as Regueiro takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Askren smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Regueiro sneaks back into half guard.
Regueiro taking some punishment here, with Askren in his half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Matt Askren showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Regueiro 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight for Julio Regueiro!
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight as a draw!
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight for Matt Askren!

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

Event: Skrap Fights 43
Date: Apr 27, 2019

#R1#
Askren slips under a jab.
Weight misses with a left hand #TD#
and Askren counters with a nice double leg into side control. Weight won't be happy with that.
Askren scoring with punches and elbows.
Askren working the ground and pound but Weight is defending the strikes.
Weight takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Askren scores with punches from side control.
Askren trying to control the position but Weight is working away.
Askren working the head and body with strikes.
Askren in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Weight tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Askren presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #T1#
Askren wants to control the pace but Weight is squirming around nicely.
Askren looking to finish Weight with some ground and pound. This is bad for Weight!
Weight really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Askren. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Askren connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Askren looking to control and managing it successfully.
Askren working Weight over with strikes here.
Weight blocking the ground and pound.
Weight tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Askren looking to control and managing it successfully.
Askren 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.
Askren thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. #T2#
Askren unloading with bombs!
Askren putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
BOOM! Askren connects with a massive shot to the dome!
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Askren breaks from Weight's wrist control and lands an elbow.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Askren cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Askren looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Weight is in a horrible position here. Askren smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Askren working the ground and pound effectively.
Askren landing strikes from the mount.#T3#
Askren lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Askren cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers! #ROC#
Weight is rocked!
Askren trying to control but Weight is having none of it.
Askren tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Askren lands a big shot there that rocks Weight but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Askren postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Weight looks a forlorn figure.
Askren landing strikes from the mount.#T4#
Askren wants to control the pace but Weight is squirming around nicely.
Askren landing punches.
Askren lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Weight is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Askren putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Weight is in a horrible position here. Askren smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Weight is still in real trouble! Can Askren finish him?#CUT#
It looks like Welter Weight has been cut.
Askren postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Weight looks a forlorn figure.
Weight is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Welter Weight's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Askren scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Weight seems to have recovered his senses.
Askren misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Weight.
Askren misses with a hook to the body
enabling Weight to counter with a crisp jab.
Weight uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Askren.
Weight looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Weight misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Askren.
Askren changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Weight throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Askren counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Weight!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Askren looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Weight is avoiding damage well.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Weight can do anything to dispel that myth.
Askren working the head and body with strikes. #T1#
Askren landing strikes.
Askren misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
The strikes coming from Askren are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Weight is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Askren working the head with strikes.
Askren creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Weight sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Weight is letting Askren control him for a moment.
Askren in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #SUB#
Askren tries for a kimura but Weight is defending well.
Weight tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
Askren looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Weight is avoiding damage well.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Weight is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Askren lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Weight taking punishment in the form of punches. #SUB#
Askren is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Weight looks calm but he's in trouble here. Askren gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Weight is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Askren lets go of the hold and Weight can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Matt Askren!
Matt Askren retains his welterweight title!
A victorious Matt Askren thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Skrap Fights 34
Date: Mar 30, 2019

#R1#
Presley tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Presley tries to close the distance and clinch up but Askren swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Askren connects with the punch.
Askren looks to score with a jab to the body but Presley is just out of range.
Askren fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Presley thows a leg kick but Askren checks it #TD#
and Askren counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Presley looking to control.
Presley preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Presley has his hands on Askren's head, controlling the position.
Askren passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1#
Askren lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Presley managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Askren.
Askren working the head with strikes.
Askren lands some shots froms side control.
The strikes coming from Askren are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Presley tries to bench press Askren off him but Askren keeps the position. #SUB#
Askren tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Askren has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Askren trying to control the action but Presley is working from the bottom.
Askren tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T2#
Askren working the head and body with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Presley's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Askren misses with the ground and pound.
Askren tries to move into full mount but can't pass Presley's legs.
Askren 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.
Presley taking punishment in the form of punches.
Presley sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Askren is taking a breather. Presley says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Askren seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
Askren throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Askren is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Presley sees it coming and defends easily.
Presley won't allow Askren to pass to mount.
Askren thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Presley's head.
Presley has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Askren is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Askren sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Presley defending well though.
Askren throwing shots but Presley is blocking nicely.
Askren missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Presley wants to control but Askren is keeping busy.
Presley is staying active underneath Askren, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Presley avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Askren.
Askren tries to pass to full mount but Presley defends it.
Askren prevents Presley from improving his position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Presley is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Askren stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Askren takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren 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#
Askren lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Askren jabs Presley to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL#
Askren instigates a clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Askren.
Askren working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Presley trying to land knees to the body.
Askren lands a body shot.
Presley prevents a takedown attempt there.
Presley trying to stall but Askren improves his position.
Askren is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Presley gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Presley prevents a body shot from Askren.
Askren lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Askren lands an uppercut.
Askren pushes Presley back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Presley tries to circle away but Askren has him pinned against the ropes.
Askren goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Askren cracks Presley with a nice body shot.#T1#
Presley tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A short left from Askren.
Askren blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Askren goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Presley.
Askren lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Presley's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Presley landing knees to the head.
Presley is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Askren fails to land.
A short right from Askren on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Askren takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Askren blocks a body shot from Presley.
Presley tries to work over Askren's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Matt Askren has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Askren taking a breather.#T2#
Askren struggles to land a body shot inside as Presley controls his hands.
Askren is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Presley can do to turn this around?
The referee is keeping an eye on Askren - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A right hand to the body from Presley.
Askren lands with a short punch from the clinch.
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!
Presley working hard to break the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Presley's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Askren is trying to drag Presley to the mat but Presley just about manages to keep his footing. He used the ropes to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matt Askren. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Presley is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Presley prevents a body shot from Askren.
Askren misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Presley tries to work over Askren's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Askren blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Askren swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Askren being controlled against the ropes.#T3#
Presley lands a body shot in the clinch.
Presley tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Askren can't get the takedown.
Presley trying to land knees to the body.
Askren doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Askren lands a shoulder strike.
Askren lands a shot to the body.
Presley doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Presley misses with a knee strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Askren.
Askren is pushing Presley up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Askren lands a shoulder strike. #TD#
Askren tightens his grip and picks Presley up, before dumping him to the ground. Presley manages to land in guard.
Presley preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Askren's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Presley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askren throwing strikes from guard but Presley blocks nicely.
Askren stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Presley swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Askren stays in close to Presley's body and controls the position.
Askren connects with a couple of short punches.
Askren is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Presley is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Askren scores with a punch to the head.
Askren lands a nice looking body shot.
Presley misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Askren decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Presley's guard.
Presley can't keep his opponent in guard - Askren advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Askren working over Presley with some ground and pound. Presley looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Presley tries to kick Askren off but Askren keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Presley is staying active underneath Askren, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Askren throwing shots but Presley is blocking nicely.
Askren tries to pass the half guard into mount. Presley knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Askren is trying to control the action in half guard but Presley is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Matt Askren overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Askren wants to pass to mount but Presley is defending the position.
Askren prevents Presley from improving his position.
Askren thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Askren throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Presley taking some punishment here, with Askren in his half guard.
Askren seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Elvis Presley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Matt Askren is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Askren seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Presley does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Presley is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Askren lands with a punch from half guard.
Presley is not content to let Askren control the position.
Askren performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Askren prevents Presley from improving his position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Presley with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T3#
Presley closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Askren decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Presley's guard.
Askren 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.
Askren lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Presley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Presley is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T4#
Askren trying to control but Presley is working from the bottom.
Askren sitting in guard here, content to control.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Presley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've been hearing that Askren has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Askren stands up over Presley, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Askren controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Presley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Presley striking off his back but it's not causing Askren any problems. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Matt Askren showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Askren 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 James Ackerman scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight for Matt Askren!

Matt Askren wins by unanimous decision!
Matt Askren retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Matt Askren 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: Skrap Fights 24
Date: Feb 23, 2019

#R1#
Askren misses with a hook
and Weight counters with a stiff right hand.
Askren throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Weight's waist but Weight gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Askren off to one side.
Askren slips a jab from Weight.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Weight.
We've been told by Weight's head coaches at Men Only. No Liberals ! that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jab from Weight.
Weight takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Askren fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Askren closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #TD2#
Askren is working on a single leg takedown against the ropes. Weight can't fight it off and eventually Askren manages to take the fight to the floor. Weight looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in 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!
Askren scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1#
Askren stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Weight swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Askren distracts Weight with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Askren throws an elbow that misses. Weight uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Askren's guard. Nice move by Weight!#REVR#
Askren controlling the position.
Askren wants to sweep here but Weight controlling him for the moment.
Askren is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Weight is looking to stand up but Askren won't let him. #T2#
Askren bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Weight's guard. #REVB#
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Weight is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askren working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Askren accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Askren in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Askren content to stall in guard here.
Askren loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Askren postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Weight knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Askren on the ground.
Askren in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Askren trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Weight utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Askren scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Askren throws an elbow but Weight slips to the side and avoids it well.
Weight dodges the ground and pound from Askren.
Askren in side control, throwing shots but Weight defends.
Askren throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Askren misses with the ground and pound.
Askren controls the position from side control.
Weight managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Askren. #T4#
Askren is staying tight to Weight's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Askren's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Askren lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Weight down.
Askren working the body and head with strikes.
Weight on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Weight tries to get out of the position.
Askren advances nicely into full mount.
Askren lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Weight hang on?
Weight wants to hold on but Askren pushes him away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Askren dominating with strikes here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Askren landing strikes from the mount and Weight is in trouble!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren 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#
Askren looks for a takedown but Weight sprawls well.
Donk. Askren catches Weight right on the button with a cross.
Weight throws a jab but it's blocked by Askren.
And Askren tries to counter it with a takedown but Weight pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Askren misses with a wild body shot.
Nice defenses there by Askren.
Askren is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Weight misses with a wild body shot.
Weight takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Askren shoots in but Weight avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Askren. Weight does a little dance to reset his feet.
Askren avoids the body shot from Weight.
Askren slips a straight right by Weight.
Weight misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Askren counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Askren throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Well, if Askren is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Askren thows a huge punch but Weight dodges it nicely. #T2#
Askren looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Askren lands strikes from half guard.
Askren thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Askren has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Askren seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Matt Askren has got the better of the ground game so far.
Weight is not content to let Askren control the position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Askren working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Weight taking some punishment here, with Askren in his half guard.
Askren looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Askren throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Askren missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Askren looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Weight is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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. Askren connects with a nice short shot to Weight's temple.
Askren performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Askren scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Askren wants to control but Weight is keeping him busy.
Askren thows a huge punch but Weight dodges it nicely.
Ground and pound from Askren.
Weight on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Weight has hold of Askren's hands but Askren slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Askren wants to take a breather but Weight is having none of it.
Askren lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Askren lands strikes from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Askren takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren 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 ring so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Weight throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Askren is looking to clinch.
Weight throwing a counter right hand but Askren manages to avoid it.
Askren keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Weight.
Weight just misses with a punch to the body.
A shot to the body from Askren misses
and Weight counters with a nice uppercut.
Askren tries to clinch there but Weight circles away. #TD2#
Askren darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Weight's head. #T1#
Weight trying to hold on to Askren's head to control him but Askren postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Askren performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Askren thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Askren is trying to control. Weight wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Weight wants to control but Askren is keeping busy.
Askren is trying to control the action in half guard but Weight is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Askren slips a nice elbow through Weight's hands, connecting with Weight's forehead.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Askren content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Askren seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Weight does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Askren lands strikes from half guard.
Weight is refusing to be controlled, as Askren sits in half guard.
Askren is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Askren thows a huge punch but Weight dodges it nicely.
Askren throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3#
Askren is trying to control. Weight wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Weight.
Askren scores with a jab to the jaw.
Weight takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Askren connects with a jab.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Weight.
Weight misses with a double jab #TD2#
so Askren counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Askren in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Askren throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
Askren with a flurry of punches that miss.
Askren trying to control but Weight is working from the bottom.
Askren with a flurry of punches that miss.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Askren throws a big elbow that misses.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Weight is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Askren has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Weight utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Askren fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Weight looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Welter Weight is winning the standup battle so far.
Weight throws a looping overhand right but Askren ducks down to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren really dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
A big right from Weight misses.
Askren connects with a jab.
Weight takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Askren defending well as Weight loads up on a big left hand.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Askren.
Askren misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Weight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Askren finds it's way through Weight's defenses.
Weight throws a jab but it's blocked by Askren. #T1#
Weight pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Askren wants to clinch up but Weight keeps it at a distance.
Askren fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Askren.
Welter Weight has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matt Askren.
Askren uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Weight.
Weight takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Askren lands a really nice looking cross but Weight seems unphased. #T2#
Askren tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Weight was well out of range. Poor timing from Askren.
Weight throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Askren counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Weight avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Askren.
Askren 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.
Askren is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Askren.
Askren lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Askren lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T3#
Weight avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Askren.
Askren working Weight over with strikes.
Askren sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Weight defending well though.
Askren throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Askren is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Askren working the ground and pound effectively.
Askren postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Weight looks a forlorn figure.
Askren lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Weight hang on?#T4#
Askren looking to control and managing it successfully.
Askren with a couple of short strikes.#ROC2#
Weight is rocked!
Askren with the ground and pound from mount.
Oh Weight is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Askren trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Askren lands a big shot there that rocks Weight but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Askren looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Askren with good strikes from the mount here!
Askren wants to control the pace but Weight is squirming around nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
Askren on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Weight staying out of range there.
Weight throwing a counter right hand but Askren manages to avoid it.
Weight seems to have got his legs back now.
Weight waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Askren.
Askren scores with a hook to the body. Weight takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Weight looks to score with a jab to the body but Askren is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Weight. Askren does a little dance to reset his feet.
Askren shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Weight pinned against the ropes. Weight gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Weight was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Weight defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Askren.
Weight waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Askren.
Nice straight punches there by Askren. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Askren.
Weight throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Weight misses with a straight right.
Askren avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Askren ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Weight moves away.
Weight missing with a left hand there. Askren was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Matt Askren is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Welter Weight is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Weight swings for the body but Askren moves out of range.
Askren throws a hook but Weight avoids it easily.
Askren moves in looking to clinch but Weight pushes him off.
Askren steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Weight.
Askren misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Weight. #TD2#
Askren closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Weight did well to prevent Askren getting side control.
Askren trying to control the pace.
Weight trying to control but Askren postures up. #T3#
Askren trying to control the pace.
Welter Weight has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Askren looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Weight is trying to stand back up but Askren is controlling him #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Weight misses with a looping right.#CL2#
Askren rushes Weight and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Weight lands a body shot in the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Weight goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Weight wants to break free but Askren has control.
Weight misses with a punch on the inside.
Weight misses with a short punch on the inside.

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 Welter Weight.
I think Askren 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight for Matt Askren!

Matt Askren wins by unanimous decision!
Matt Askren is the new welterweight champion!
After the fight, Matt Askren 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: Skrap Fights 16
Date: Jan 26, 2019

#R1#
Nova lands a head kick!
Askren with a poor takedown
and Nova counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nova cracks a nice hook into Askren's ribs.
Nova throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nova throws a looping overhand right but Askren ducks down to avoid it.
Askren checks a leg kick nicely.
Nova misses with a straight right.
Nova paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#TD2#
Askren is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Nova's half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Nova is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Askren pulls his head out easily.
Nova is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Tip of the Spear, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Askren looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nova with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nova trying to control but Askren postures up. #T1#
Askren lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Nova is trying to control but can't.
Nova works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Nova trying to control the position.
Askren's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Nova is looking for a triangle but Askren pushes his legs off easily.
Askren trying to control but Nova is working from the bottom.
Askren is in close to Nova's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Nova is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Askren wants to control from the top but Nova keeps moving.
Nova trying to keep a closed guard but Askren is proving a slippery customer. #T2##SUB#
Nova looking for a guillotine here but Askren defends easily.
Nova looking to control. #SUB#
Nova working for a triangle but Askren defends it easily.
Askren pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nova is keeping the position for now.
Askren lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nova is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Nova working for a triangle but Askren defends it easily. #SUB#
Nova is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
Askren lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Nova throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Nova looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Askren scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Askren wants to control from the top but Nova keeps moving. #SUB#
Nova is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Askren defends well.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Askren's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4#
Nova wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Askren is now in half guard.
Askren is trying to control. Nova wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nova moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Askren avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Askren with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Nova is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nova wants to control the position but Askren says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Askren working over Nova with some ground and pound. Nova looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Askren perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Askren winds up and cracks Nova with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nova regains full guard. Nicely done.
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 Neo Nova will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And Askren tries to counter it with a takedown but Nova pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nova jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nova displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Askren throws out the jab.
Askren fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nova looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nova dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Askren. That did some damage!
Nova misses with a straight left.
Askren feints the counter takedown.
Nova pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nova throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nova takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Askren defending well as Nova loads up on a big left hand.
Askren changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Neo Nova is winning the standup battle so far.
Nova tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Askren was well out of range. Poor timing from Nova.#T1#
Nova with a hook.
Nova avoids the body shot from Askren.
Nova walks into a left hand.
Nova throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Askren checks a leg kick.
Nova scoring well with a low kick there.
Nova ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Askren moves away.
Askren is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Askren has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Nova finds it's way round the side to connect with Askren's head.
Neo Nova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A shot to the liver by Askren. Beautiful body shot.
Askren lands a right hook to the body.
Nova is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Askren takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T2#
A low kick from Nova is predictable there #TD2#
and Askren counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Nova!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Askren cracks Nova with a big elbow.
Matt Askren has got the better of the ground game so far.
Askren scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Nova to see if he's OK.
Nova is looking for a sweep.
Nova is not content to let Askren control the position.
Nova is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Askren tries to advance to mount but can't.
Nova is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Askren's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Askren stalling. #T3#
Nova moves into full guard. #SUB#
Askren got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nova has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Askren has managed to get both his arms back between Nova's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Nova looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Askren has picked Nova up and slammed him! Nova can't keep hold of the triangle and Askren manages to pass to side control!
Nova is looking for a sweep.
Nova taking punishment in the form of punches.
Nova tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Askren presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Nova slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Nova gets back to full guard.
Nova keeping full guard, as Askren tries to pass. #T4##SUB#
Nova looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Nova is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Askren's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Nova throws his legs up looking for a submission but Askren uses it to pass to side control.
Askren gets to mount! Nova was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Askren controlling from the full mount.
Nova is squirming around, avoiding Askren's attempts to control the action.
Nova is trying desperately to improve position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Matt Askren 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!
#R3##TD2#
Askren shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Askren showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
Nova looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nova is trying to get back to full guard.
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nova tries to roll over but Askren keeps him under control.
Askren working the head and body with strikes. #T1##SUB#
Nova looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nova is not content to let Askren control the position.
Nova has hold of Askren's hands but Askren slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nova is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Askren is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Askren working the head and body with strikes.
Nova is not content to let Askren control the position.
Nova wants to improve his position but Askren is controlling well. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nova is staying active underneath Askren, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nova manages to get to full guard.
Askren content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Nova working for a triangle but Askren defends it easily.
Askren chips away with some ground and pound.
Askren showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Askren trying to control but Nova is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Nova is looking for a triangle but Askren pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Nova looking for subs off his back but Askren has passed one foot through into half guard.
Askren lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Matt Askren is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB#
Nova is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Askren pulls his head out easily.
Askren is trying to control. Nova wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #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.
Nova trying to control but Askren postures up.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Nova is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nova is looking for a sweep. Askren is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Askren lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Askren is taking a breather. Nova says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Nova is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Askren scores with a couple of nice shots.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Askren looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Nova looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Nova is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Askren pulls his head out easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Matt Askren comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Askren 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight for Matt Askren!
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Matt Askren!

Matt Askren wins by unanimous decision!
Matt Askren decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: DK Battlegrounds XV
Date: Dec 10, 2018

#R1#
Fitzgerald swings away with a body shot that misses #TD#
and Askren counters with a single leg into guard. Fitzgerald didn't expect that. #ES2#
Fitzgerald has his feet on Askren's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Askren moves away from the strike by Fitzgerald.
Fitzgerald throws an overhand right that lands on Askren's shoulder, as Askren tries to avoid the shot. #CL#
Askren moves into range and clinches up with Fitzgerald.
Good body shot from Askren.
Fitzgerald wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fitzgerald.
Askren blocking some punches.
Askren lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fitzgerald has a couple of punches blocked by Askren.
Fitzgerald misses with a punch on the inside.
Askren has Fitzgerald pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Fitzgerald manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Fitzgerald misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Askren.
Askren'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.
Askren lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Fitzgerald misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fitzgerald throws a head punch that misses.
Fitzgerald throws a head punch that misses.
Fitzgerald looking to slow down the pace here.
Askren is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
I was talking to Askren's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Askren lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fitzgerald.
Askren lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Fitzgerald being controlled against the cage.
Askren lands a body punch.
Askren lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fitzgerald.
Fitzgerald looks winded!
Askren blocks an uppercut.
Askren is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Askren softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Askren prevents a body shot from Fitzgerald. #T2#
A bit of stalling here from Askren.
A head punch on the inside from Fitzgerald fails to land.
Askren lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Askren creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fitzgerald misses with a punch on the inside.
Fitzgerald tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Askren tightens his grip and picks Fitzgerald up, before dumping him to the ground. Fitzgerald manages to land in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Askren's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Askren working some strikes from top position.
Askren is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Askren lands a couple of digs.
Askren with a nice head shot there.
Askren stays in close to Fitzgerald's body and controls the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Askren's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Askren chips away with some ground and pound.
Askren stopping the sweep attempt from Fitzgerald.#T3#
Askren prevents Fitzgerald from getting back to his feet.
Askren is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Fitzgerald told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Askren 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.
Fitzgerald wants to improve his position but instead Askren has moved into half guard.
Askren winds up and cracks Fitzgerald with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Askren is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Askren looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Fitzgerald with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Askren is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Askren is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Askren looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Fitzgerald with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ground and pound from Askren.
Fitzgerald is trying to get back to full guard.
Askren lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
Fitzgerald is looking to improve his position.
Askren lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Askren works his way into full mount!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Askren lands with some strikes.
Askren pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Fitzgerald is working to get back to half guard.
Askren cracks Fitzgerald with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Askren with good strikes from the mount here!
Askren raining down shots from the mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Fitzgerald fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fitzgerald throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Askren appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Askren slips a jab and a cross from Fitzgerald.
A cross from Askren lands.
Askren moves away from the strike by Fitzgerald.
Fitzgerald throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Askren is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fitzgerald can do to turn this around?#CL#
Askren clinches up against the cage.
Fitzgerald swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Askren lands with a short shot to the head.
Askren lands a body shot in the clinch. #TD#
Askren gets a trip takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fitzgerald throws a strike from the bottom but Askren passes into side control!
Askren working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Fitzgerald is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Askren trying to control the action but Fitzgerald is working from the bottom.
Matt Askren overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Askren scores with a couple of short elbows.#T1#
Askren wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fitzgerald keeps working.
Askren lands a nice forearm strike.
Fitzgerald is looking for a sweep.
Fitzgerald on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Askren lands an elbow. #ROC#
Fitzgerald is rocked!
Askren creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Fitzgerald is still in real trouble! Can Askren finish him?
Askren staying calm.
Askren connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Fitzgerald some visible discomfort.
Askren scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Fitzgerald is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Askren can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matt Askren!
Matt Askren was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: DK Battleground XII
Date: Nov 07, 2018

#R1#
Nova throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL2#
Askren has Nova up against the cage in a clinch.
Nova throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Askren lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nova or not. #BC#
Nova breaks the clinch.
Nova takes one on the button.
Askren scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Askren takes a swing at Nova's ribcage but misses.
Nova is looking to counter punch.#TD2#
Askren fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nova sprawls well initially but Askren persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Nova trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Nova looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nova looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Askren scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T1#
Nova tries to roll over but Askren keeps him under control.
Askren winds up and cracks Nova with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Askren working the head and body with strikes.
Askren lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ground and pound from Askren.
Nova tries to roll over but Askren keeps him under control.
Nova is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Tip of the Spear, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Askren is keen to just control but Nova is a slippery customer.
Nova tries to roll over but Askren keeps him under control.
Askren is keen to just control but Nova is a slippery customer.
Nova is looking for a sweep. Askren is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nova wants to get back to full guard but Askren has passed into side control.
Askren trying to control the action but Nova is working from the bottom.
Nova is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
Askren working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Nova can't do much from the bottom here.
Askren scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Nova to see if he's OK.
Askren connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Nova some visible discomfort.
Nova sneaks back into half guard.
Nova moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Askren postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Nova is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Askren defends well.
Askren sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Nova working for a triangle but Askren defends it easily. #T3#
Nova looking to control.
Askren must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Askren avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Askren lands a couple of elbows.
Askren landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Askren is posturing up here but Nova has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Askren tries to roll out but it's too tight and Askren has to tap! Slick submission there by Nova!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Neo Nova!

Event: DK Exhibition 4
Date: Oct 17, 2018

#R1#
Pahlin scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Askren doesn't seem bothered though.
Pahlin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've been told by Pahlin's head coaches at Grounders Foundation that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Pahlin bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Askren's head backwards.#TD2#
Pahlin gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Askren landing some decent shots from guard.
Pahlin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Askren throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Askren accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Askren scoring with punches to the head and body.
Askren has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Askren wants to pass the guard but Pahlin is keeping the position.
Askren throws a big right hand that misses. #T1#
Pahlin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Askren.
Askren looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Pahlin trying to keep a closed guard but Askren is proving a slippery customer.
Askren lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Askren not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Pahlin looking to control. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Askren working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Pahlin's head.
Pahlin working a defensive guard here.
Askren is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Askren is looking to work some ground and pound but Pahlin has wrist control.
Askren working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Askren scoring with some ground and pound.
Askren is looking to work some ground and pound but Pahlin has wrist control.
Askren landing with the ground and pound.
Askren working some strikes from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Askren is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T3#
Pahlin has momentary wrist control but Askren slips an elbow through the middle.
Pahlin controls Askren momentarily but Askren frees himself.
Pahlin on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Pahlin tries to get out of the position.
Askren throws a big elbow that misses.
Askren with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Askren's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Askren is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Askren throwing strikes from guard but Pahlin blocks nicely.
Askren chips away with some ground and pound.
Askren is working Pahlin over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4#
Askren with a flurry of punches that miss.
Pahlin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Askren accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Askren stays in close to Pahlin's body and controls the position.
Askren is looking to work some ground and pound but Pahlin has wrist control.
Pahlin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Askren trying to control but Pahlin is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pahlin is trying to control the position but Askren postures up.
Askren postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren 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#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Pahlin 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 Askren has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Askren and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Pahlin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pahlin with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Askren to score with a decent uppercut.
Askren has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pahlin paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Pahlin throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Askren counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Askren. #SUB#
Pahlin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Askren stands up over Pahlin, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Pahlin wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Askren is now in half guard.
Askren drops an elbow to the side of Pahlin's head.
Askren seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Askren is nestled in close to Pahlin, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T1#
Askren is trying to control the action in half guard but Pahlin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Askren sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pahlin defending well though.
Askren with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Askren working the head and body with strikes.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Askren working his ground and pound in the gym.
Askren slips a nice elbow through Pahlin's hands, connecting with Pahlin's forehead.
Askren seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Askren controlling the action here.
Pahlin knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Askren on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Pahlin blocking the ground and pound attempt from Askren.
Askren throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Askren working the head and body with strikes.
Askren drops an elbow to the side of Pahlin's head.
Askren looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Pahlin with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Pahlin taking some punishment here, with Askren in his half guard.
Askren wants to take a breather but Pahlin is having none of it.
Askren takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Askren missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Askren perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Askren is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Matt Askren has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pahlin has hold of Askren's hands but Askren slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3#
Askren is nestled in close to Pahlin, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Askren stalling.
Askren working over Pahlin with some ground and pound. Pahlin looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
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. Askren connects with a nice short shot to Pahlin's temple.
Askren lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Askren working Pahlin over with strikes.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Askren missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T4#
Pahlin is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Askren scores with a couple of nice shots.
Askren thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Pahlin's head.
Askren lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Pahlin is refusing to be controlled, as Askren sits in half guard.
Pahlin has hold of Askren's hands but Askren slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Askren thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Askren scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Askren works his foot free and advances to mount.
Askren is landing with some decent strikes but Pahlin is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Matt Askren showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Pahlin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Pahlin throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Askren counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Pahlin is trying to control the position but Askren postures up.
Askren distracts Pahlin with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Askren controls from within his opponent's guard.
Askren connects with a couple of short punches.
Askren is working Pahlin over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Askren lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#ROC2#
Pahlin is rocked!
Askren cracks Pahlin with a solid left hand.
Oh Pahlin is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Askren landing with the ground and pound.
Askren working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Pahlin's head.
Askren gets to his feet and stands over Pahlin, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Pahlin felt that one! Askren unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Pahlin from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matt Askren!
Matt Askren decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 02, 2018

#R1##KD#
Guy lands a big head kick that sends Askren tumbling to the mat! Guy takes a step backwards and waves Askren back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Guy wants to clinch but Askren slips to the side#TD2#
so Askren counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Guy knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Askren on the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Askren's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Askren working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Guy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Askren passes Guy's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Askren connects with a nice short shot to Guy's temple.
Askren is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Askren with good strikes from the mount here!
Askren takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Askren has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Guy is in a horrible position here. Askren smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Askren controlling from the full mount. #T1#
Askren lands a heavy elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Askren scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Askren connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Askren raining down shots from the mount!
Askren lands a big shot there that rocks Guy but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Guy taking shots to the head.
Askren lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Guy taking shots to the head.
Askren connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Guy is in a horrible position here. Askren smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position. #T2#
Guy is trying to escape the mount.
Askren with the ground and pound from mount.
Askren with the ground and pound from mount.
Askren looking to finish Guy with some ground and pound. This is bad for Guy!
Askren in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Askren lands with some strikes.
Askren lands a big elbow.
Askren is landing with some decent strikes but Guy is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Askren with a couple of short strikes.
Askren connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Askren raining down hammerfists from mount.
Guy is breathing heavily.
Askren is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Guy can't stay in a position like this for much longer. #T3#
Askren controlling the pace for now.
Askren working the ground and pound effectively.
Askren with good strikes from the mount here!
Askren lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Askren connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #ROC2#
Guy is rocked!
Askren is landing with some decent strikes but Guy is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Oh Guy is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Askren lands a couple of good shots and Guy has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Askren punches Guy on the ear.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Guy takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Askren is landing with strikes. Guy can't take much more of this.
Askren lands shots to the head and Guy turtles up! The ref has seen enough and stops the fight! This one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matt Askren!
After the fight, Matt Askren 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.

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