Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: OFK 325 - Gazersky Vs Cubbedge
Date: Aug 19, 2023

#R1#
Cubbedge throws a shot from downtown. Tiramanti moves away and avoids it.
Cubbedge has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tiramanti.
Tiramanti throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cubbedge takes one on the button.
Cubbedge uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tiramanti.
Tiramanti throws a sloppy head kick and Cubbedge moves out of range easily.
Cubbedge throws a shot from downtown. Tiramanti moves away and avoids it.
Tiramanti rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Cubbedge moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cubbedge wants to land a leg kick but Tiramanti is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiramanti chopping away at his opponent's legs.
No joy there for Tiramanti, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Cubbedge misses with a combination #TD#
so Tiramanti counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T1#
Cubbedge working a defensive guard but Tiramanti passes into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Cubbedge manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Cubbedge is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cubbedge can't keep his opponent in guard - Tiramanti advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Tiramanti is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cubbedge doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tiramanti. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiramanti pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Tiramanti blocks the strikes from Cubbedge . #SUB#
Tiramanti is looking for a kimura here.
Cubbedge trying to control here.
Tiramanti trying to mount his opponent but Cubbedge defends it. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cubbedge gets full guard.#T3#
Tiramanti showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tiramanti is aware though and is defending well.
Tiramanti trying to control but Cubbedge is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Cubbedge working for a triangle but Tiramanti defends it easily. #SUB2#
Tiramanti avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tiramanti trying to control the position from guard on top but Cubbedge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cubbedge fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tiramanti attempts a counter takedown but Cubbedge avoids it well and moves away.
Cubbedge lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tiramanti circles away quickly and effectively.
Tiramanti attempts a counter takedown but Cubbedge avoids it well and moves away.
Cesare Tiramanti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tiramanti takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Cubbedge misses with a hook. Tiramanti ducked under it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiramanti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cubbedge .#KD#
Tiramanti drops Cubbedge with a beautiful combination! Cubbedge stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Tiramanti is looking for the KO!#ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge drops his hands for a split second and Tiramanti immediately capitalizes on the opportunity by smashing a powerful hook into Cubbedge face, sending his mouthguard sailing through the air, much to the delight of the crowd. Tiramanti follows up with a right hand that knocks Cubbedge into next week. He's out cold and this fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Cesare Tiramanti!
In his post fight interview, Cesare Tiramanti started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 17, 2023

#R1#
Cartier fails with the takedown
and Cubbedge counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cubbedge connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Cartier misses with a takedown attempt
and Cubbedge counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
An inside leg kick from Cubbedge misses.
Cubbedge dips to his left and cracks Cartier with an uppercut!#ROC#Cartier is rocked!
Cubbedge cracks Cartier with a left hook right on the temple and Cartier goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Cubbedge lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Cartier is OK!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Billy Cubbedge !

Event: WVT 123: Siale v Bloodaxe
Date: Jun 30, 2023

#R1#
Cubbedge swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kopecki counters with a nice body kick.
Kopecki getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!
Cubbedge throws a hook but Kopecki blocks it.
Cubbedge dives in and grabs Kopecki's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kopecki pushes down on Cubbedge 's head and hops out.
Kopecki throws a counter high kick but Cubbedge was just alert enough to avoid it.
Cubbedge does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A little feinted left hand from Kopecki on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kopecki lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cubbedge 's sensitive parts.
Cubbedge takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kopecki has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Bushido Martial Arts in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Kopecki cracks Cubbedge with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Kopecki has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Cubbedge to stand back up!
Cubbedge is still on wobbly legs! Can Kopecki finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kopecki lands with a jab that stuns his opponent. Cubbedge is looking to close the distance but Kopecki sees it coming and throws a beautiful knee! Cubbedge crumbles to the mat and that's all she wrote! Let's hope Cubbedge is OK because that was naaaaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Andy Kopecki!
A very excited looking Andy Kopecki 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: WVT 114: Siale v Madkhao
Date: Jun 09, 2023

#R1#
No luck for Hanayama with that takedown attempt.
Hanayama throws a head kick that misses.
Hanayama throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Cubbedge on the side of the head. #CL#
Hanayama clinches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hanayama.
Hanayama has a couple of punches blocked by Cubbedge . #TD2#
Cubbedge wants the takedown. Hanayama is fighting it off but Cubbedge persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Hanayama's guard against the cage.
Cubbedge throws an elbow that misses. Hanayama uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Cubbedge 's guard. Nice move by Hanayama!#REVR#
Hanayama won't allow Cubbedge to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Hanayama got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cubbedge has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hanayama has managed to get both his arms back between Cubbedge 's legs - danger averted.
Hanayama showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1##SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for a triangle but Hanayama pushes his legs off easily.
Hanayama trying to control but Cubbedge is working from the bottom.
Hanayama preventing the sweep.
Hanayama postures up.
Hanayama's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Cubbedge has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hanayama can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hanayama trying to control the position from guard on top but Cubbedge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hanayama sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Cubbedge 's guard.
Cubbedge is looking to improve his position.
Hanayama controlling the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3##SUB2#
Cubbedge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cubbedge has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hanayama is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hanayama scores with a hook.
Hanayama's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Hanayama duly obliges.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hanayama looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cubbedge looks to land a right hand but Hanayama moved out of range.
Hanayama lunges at Cubbedge with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Cubbedge 's hand. #CL#
Hanayama rushes Cubbedge and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hanayama managing to block the knees to the body from Cubbedge . #T4##TD2#
Cubbedge has clasped his hands together around Hanayama's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Hanayama is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hanayama struggling a bit here.
Hanayama is looking to regain half guard here but Cubbedge keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Cubbedge thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hanayama can't do much from the bottom here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cubbedge wants to control but Hanayama is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kaoru Hanayama dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Hanayama scores with a nice head shot.#TD#
Hanayama looking to score a takedown here. Cubbedge is defending well but Hanayama drives through and ends up in Cubbedge 's guard.
Hanayama's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Cubbedge has his foot on Hanayama's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hanayama works his way back into a safe position though.
Hanayama passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hanayama trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanayama is trying to control the action in half guard but Cubbedge is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hanayama is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cubbedge can do to turn this around?#T1##SUB#
Hanayama 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.
Cubbedge is looking for a sweep. Hanayama is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hanayama is looking to take a break and control but Cubbedge is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hanayama sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Hanayama seems to be working for a kimura but Cubbedge defends the submission attempt.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Cubbedge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cubbedge trying to control here.
Cubbedge missing with punches from the bottom. #SUB#
Hanayama is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Cubbedge sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Hanayama is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cubbedge has managed to free his arm - good work.
Cubbedge slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Hanayama advances position into side control!
Cubbedge is looking for a sweep.
Hanayama wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping him busy.
Hanayama is really struggling to control Cubbedge but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Cubbedge is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge wants to control but Hanayama postures up.#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.
Cubbedge is letting Hanayama control him for a moment.
Cubbedge is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Hanayama looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Cubbedge is trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge manages to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kaoru Hanayama dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hanayama is working Cubbedge over against the cage.
Hanayama lands with a light punch inside. #TD2#
Cubbedge gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Cubbedge content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hanayama keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Hanayama avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hanayama preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hanayama keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanayama has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hanayama's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T1#
Hanayama keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Hanayama 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#
Cubbedge 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.
Hanayama is pressing down on Cubbedge 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cubbedge is holding on for now.
Cubbedge is looking for a sweep. Hanayama is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cubbedge is trying to maintain the position but Hanayama is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Hanayama is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T2#
Cubbedge is trying to control but can't.
Hanayama stalling.
Hanayama is looking to advance position but Cubbedge won't allow it.
Kaoru Hanayama overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hanayama keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Cubbedge trying to control from the bottom.
Cubbedge wants to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL#
Hanayama instigates a clinch.
Hanayama lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards. #T3##TD2#
Cubbedge has Hanayama pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Cubbedge pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Hanayama tumbling to the mat - Cubbedge dives into Hanayama's guard.#SUB#
Hanayama has his foot on Cubbedge 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cubbedge works his way back into a safe position though.
Hanayama looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hanayama controls Cubbedge momentarily but Cubbedge frees himself.
Cubbedge trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hanayama utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hanayama is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cubbedge landing with the ground and pound.
Hanayama has control of Cubbedge 's left arm, preventing Cubbedge from doing any damage. #T4#
Cubbedge passes into half guard.
Hanayama wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is trying to work for a kimura but Hanayama is defending well.
Cubbedge is thwarting Hanayama's attempts to control the position.
Billy Cubbedge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cubbedge looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Billy Cubbedge .
I think Hanayama 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kaoru Hanayama!
Kaoru Hanayama bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: WVT 109: Machado v Torvik 2
Date: May 27, 2023

#R1#
Cubbedge throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mein Armbach cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mein Armbach throws a hook but Cubbedge blocks it.
As Mein Armbach backs off Cubbedge throws a huge counter combo but Mein Armbach manages to avoid it all.
Cubbedge uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mein Armbach.
Cubbedge ducks right into an uppercut from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach defending well as Cubbedge loads up on a big left hand.
Cubbedge throws a big shot that misses.
Mein Armbach scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Mein Armbach napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Cubbedge working away.
Cubbedge looking to control but instead Mein Armbach has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mein Armbach manages to get to full guard.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Mein Armbach keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Mein Armbach escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cubbedge gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Mein Armbach escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cubbedge gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mein Armbach seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Cubbedge works over Mein Armbach with some ground and pound from guard.
Cubbedge pushing down on Mein Armbach's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Mein Armbach is defending against the submission attempts here by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The fighters are battling for position here. Mein Armbach manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Mein Armbach keeps moving. #SUB#
Cubbedge avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard.
Cubbedge looking to sit in guard and control but Mein Armbach gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3#
Mein Armbach trying to control but Cubbedge is working from the bottom.
Mein Armbach with a nice head shot there.
Cubbedge is trying to control the position but Mein Armbach postures up. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Mein Armbach thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Cubbedge trying to keep a closed guard but Mein Armbach is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Cubbedge looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mein Armbach is one step ahead there.
Cubbedge keeping full guard, as Mein Armbach tries to pass.
Mein Armbach slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge is looking to regain half guard here but Mein Armbach keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mein Armbach wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cubbedge keeps working.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bender Mein Armbach dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Cubbedge lands with a shot to the body.
Cubbedge takes a swing at Mein Armbach's ribcage but misses.
Cubbedge throws a series of punches but Mein Armbach moves out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Mein Armbach. That snapped Cubbedge 's head back.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Mein Armbach, as that shot connected.
Mein Armbach closes the distance and clinches up with Cubbedge , looking for a takedown. Mein Armbach pushes Cubbedge against the cage but Cubbedge circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Cubbedge on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mein Armbach connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mein Armbach ducks under a wild hook from Cubbedge .
A counter left hand to the body from Mein Armbach misses its target.
Mein Armbach tries to clinch there but Cubbedge circles away. #T1#
Mein Armbach scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Cubbedge throws a low kick but Mein Armbach avoids it.
Bender Mein Armbach is winning the standup battle so far.
A bone on bone clash there as Mein Armbach blocks the leg kick.
Cubbedge lands with an overhand left.
Mein Armbach scores with a decent looking hook.
Mein Armbach keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cubbedge .
Mein Armbach was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cubbedge with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cubbedge slips under a jab.#CL2#
Cubbedge takes the fight into the clinch.
Mein Armbach pushes Cubbedge back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Mein Armbach misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
A short right from Mein Armbach on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cubbedge scores with a shoulder strike.
Mein Armbach lands a left hand that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards.
Cubbedge is trying to drag Mein Armbach to the mat but Mein Armbach just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A head punch on the inside from Cubbedge fails to land.
Cubbedge digs a right hand underneath Mein Armbach's ribcage. Mein Armbach let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mein Armbach working aggressively here.
Mein Armbach lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards.
Cubbedge has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mein Armbach is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Mein Armbach working aggressively here.
Cubbedge blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cubbedge misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mein Armbach creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Cubbedge is looking to take this one to the mat.
Bender Mein Armbach has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
Mein Armbach lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Cubbedge just misses with a elbow thrown towards Mein Armbach's brow. #T3#
A right hook to the body lands for Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mein Armbach working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD#
Mein Armbach jumps guard.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Mein Armbach keeps moving.
Cubbedge is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB#
Mein Armbach throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Cubbedge escapes and throws Mein Armbach's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T4#
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Mein Armbach is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Cubbedge swings around for an armbar but Mein Armbach sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Cubbedge 's guard.
Mein Armbach controlling from the top position.
Mein Armbach wants to control from the top but Cubbedge keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bender Mein Armbach dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Cubbedge tries to clinch but Mein Armbach moves out of range.
Cubbedge scores with a hook to the body. Mein Armbach takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Cubbedge throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mein Armbach counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge misses with an uppercut
and Mein Armbach cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cubbedge slips under a jab.
Cubbedge looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cubbedge misses with a looping right.
Mein Armbach lands a really nice looking cross but Cubbedge seems unphased.
Mein Armbach is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Mein Armbach forces Cubbedge back against the cage and clinches.
Mein Armbach tries to work over Cubbedge 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Mein Armbach.
Cubbedge tries to score a body lock takedown but Mein Armbach shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Mein Armbach tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bender Mein Armbach has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Mein Armbach throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cubbedge s head.
Mein Armbach is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cubbedge can do to turn this around?#T1#
Still in the clinch, Mein Armbach scores with a nice short uppercut.#ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!#TD#
Mein Armbach gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Cubbedge is still in real trouble! Can Mein Armbach finish him?
Mein Armbach pushing down on Cubbedge 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Cubbedge seems to have recovered his senses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mein Armbach thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Cubbedge moves into full guard.
Mein Armbach trying to control the position from guard on top but Cubbedge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Cubbedge working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mein Armbach doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mein Armbach manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Cubbedge escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mein Armbach gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bender Mein Armbach is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Mein Armbach 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. #SUB2#
Cubbedge had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mein Armbach defends it easily.
Bender Mein Armbach overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cubbedge pulls Mein Armbach in close to his closed guard and prevents Mein Armbach from doing any damage or advancing position.
Mein Armbach sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Mein Armbach stopping the sweep attempt from Cubbedge .#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
A jab lands there for Mein Armbach.
Cubbedge looks to score with a jab to the body but Mein Armbach is just out of range.
Cubbedge throws a poor cross that misses
and Mein Armbach counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cubbedge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mein Armbach was well out of range. Poor timing from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Billy Cubbedge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mein Armbach dips to his left and cracks Cubbedge with an uppercut!
Mein Armbach stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Cubbedge swings widly with a right hand
and Mein Armbach counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mein Armbach scores with a one two! Cubbedge had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Mein Armbach lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bender Mein Armbach showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mein Armbach 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bender Mein Armbach!
Post fight, an emotional Bender Mein Armbach said 'I Hiav vays of making you taap!! You looze zen You Snooze... Muahhhaahaaa!! '.

Event: WVT 101: Corassa v Takahashi
Date: May 12, 2023

#R1#
Rutger shoots and misses
and Cubbedge connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rutger throws a right hand that misses
and Rutger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cubbedge misses with a shot to the body
and Rutger counters with a right hand to the body.
Rutger thuds a left hand into Cubbedge 's body.
Rutger loads up on a big right hand but Cubbedge slips the punch.
Rutger connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Rutger throws an overhand right that lands on Cubbedge 's shoulder, as Cubbedge tries to avoid the shot.
Rutger throws a hook to the side of Cubbedge 's head but Cubbedge sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cubbedge ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rutger looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Rutger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rutger.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Cubbedge . Rutger does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cubbedge swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rutger counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cubbedge throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Rutger lands with a straight right. Cubbedge didn't see that one coming.
Rutger buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rutger moves out of range as Cubbedge strikes.
A slow jab from Rutger misses its intended target.
Cubbedge throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rutger is pawing at Cubbedge , trying to feel the distance before throwing out a cross that crashes into Cubbedge 's nose. Cubbedge is badly hurt! Rutger pounces, throwing wild strikes as both fighters end up on the ground! Cubbedge tries desperately to hold on but Rutger is relentless in his assault! As Cubbedge receives an ever increasing number of unanswered strikes the referee pulls Rutger away and this one is in the books!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rufus Rutger!
An out of breath Rufus Rutger thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: WVT 88: Beukeboom v Motts
Date: Apr 07, 2023

#R1##TD#
Cubbedge looking to score a takedown here. Kurri is defending well but Cubbedge drives through and ends up in Kurri's guard.
Kurri trying to control the position here.
Cubbedge passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Cubbedge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kurri keeps working.
Sloppy strikes there by Cubbedge .#SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kurri has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've been hearing that Cubbedge has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kurri is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Kurri is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cubbedge is putting a hurting on Kurri here, landing some big shots from side control. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Kurri's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kurri gets back to half guard.
Kurri gets full guard.
Cubbedge makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Cubbedge is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard.
Cubbedge has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Cubbedge makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Cubbedge lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T2#
Cubbedge looking to sit in guard and control but Kurri gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kurri is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kurri gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kurri is stalling in the full guard.
Cubbedge is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cubbedge keeping moving, preventing Kurri from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Cubbedge had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kurri defends it easily.#T3##SUB#
Cubbedge looking for a guillotine here but Kurri defends easily.
Kurri slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Cubbedge looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kurri passes Cubbedge 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kurri is just content to waste time from the top position. Cubbedge takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kurri is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cubbedge is keeping the position for now.
Cubbedge striking off his back but it's not causing Kurri any problems.
Kurri stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cubbedge swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cubbedge is pulling down on Kurri's head. It's preventing any offense from Kurri, at least for the moment.
Kurri passes into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cubbedge is trying to control but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge 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##TD2#
Kurri shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Cubbedge is trying to defend but Kurri finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Kurri is trying to control. Cubbedge wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cubbedge moves into full guard.
Cubbedge bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kurri's guard. #REVR#
Kurri is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kurri looking to control. #T1#
Cubbedge content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Cubbedge passes into half guard.
Cubbedge looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Cubbedge landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Cubbedge trying to control the action but Kurri is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kurri can do to turn this around?
Cubbedge throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Kurri to regain full guard.
Kurri trying to control the position.
Cubbedge stopping the sweep attempt from Kurri.
Cubbedge 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. #SUB2#
Kurri throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Kurri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cubbedge tries to free his leg and advance position but Kurri is retaining full guard.
Cubbedge postures up.
Kurri is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Cubbedge 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.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Kurri keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cubbedge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Cubbedge closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Cubbedge has picked Kurri up - he's going for a ride! Cubbedge dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#T3#
Cubbedge thows a huge punch but Kurri dodges it nicely.
Cubbedge trying to control the pace.
Kurri moves into full guard.
Billy Cubbedge overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kurri controlling the position.
Cubbedge trying to control but Kurri is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge being controlled here momentarily.
Cubbedge working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Kurri looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Cubbedge with a nice head shot there.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Kurri has an active guard here but Cubbedge has managed to pass into half guard.
Cubbedge is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Cubbedge slips a nice elbow through Kurri's hands, connecting with Kurri's forehead.
Kurri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Cubbedge is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Cubbedge keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kurri is trying to get back to full guard.
Cubbedge wants to control but Kurri is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that second round.
That's time! Cubbedge 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Cubbedge lands with an uppercut that bounces Kurri off the cage and back into range.#CUT#It looks like Tatu Kurri has been cut.
Cubbedge just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Cubbedge scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Cubbedge seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Kurri is defending against the submission attempts here by Cubbedge . #SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but Kurri is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cubbedge to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kurri manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kurri tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Cubbedge in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Kurri keeps moving.
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Kurri is keeping the position.
Kurri 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#
Cubbedge is controlling Kurri's trapped leg to prevent Kurri from advancing to side control.
Kurri is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Cubbedge is wriggling around trying to escape.
Cubbedge gets back to half guard.
Kurri prevents Cubbedge from improving his position.
Kurri controlling the action here.
Tatu Kurri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB2#
Kurri is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Cubbedge is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tatu Kurri!
Tatu Kurri decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: WVT 78: Nti v Torvik
Date: Mar 05, 2023

#R1#
Cubbedge connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gomes. Gomes circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#TD2#
Gomes fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Cubbedge to the ground. Gomes is now in Cubbedge 's guard.#SUB#
Cubbedge is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gomes passes Cubbedge 's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Cubbedge misses with some strikes from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gomes is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Cubbedge wants to control but Gomes is keeping busy.
Cubbedge wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomes is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Cubbedge ! #SUB2#
Gomes goes for an armbar but Cubbedge turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Cubbedge .
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gomes has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1#
Gomes has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Cubbedge has passed into side control.
Gomes is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Cubbedge looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Cubbedge lands some shots froms side control.
Cubbedge throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Gomes is looking for a sweep.
Cubbedge slows the pace down.
Gomes is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Cubbedge is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gomes is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Cubbedge throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T2#
Gomes is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#SUB#
Cubbedge looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Gomes is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gomes 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.
Gomes wants to control but Cubbedge postures up.#T3#
Gomes gets back to half guard.
Gomes wants to get back to full guard.
Gomes has a hand on Cubbedge 's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Cubbedge takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
The referee warns Gomes that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Gomes sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Cubbedge is thwarting Gomes's attempts to control the position.
Cubbedge working the head and body with strikes.
Cubbedge passes to full mount!
Gomes is in all sorts of trouble here.
Cubbedge trying to control but Gomes is having none of it.
Gomes is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T4#
Gomes sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Gomes is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Cubbedge scores with a couple of nice shots.
Gomes is staying active underneath Cubbedge , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Cubbedge with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Cubbedge is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gomes is looking to control Cubbedge 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gomes avoid being mounted?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Cubbedge throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Gomes scores with a takedown into Cubbedge 's guard.
Gomes tries to free his leg and advance position but Cubbedge is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a triangle but Gomes pushes his legs off easily.
Gomes tries to free his leg and advance position but Cubbedge is retaining full guard.
Gomes forces his way into half guard.
Gomes tries to pass to full mount but Cubbedge defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomes stalling.
Cubbedge trying to control here. #T1##SUB2#
Gomes seems to be looking for submissions.
Gomes prevents Cubbedge from improving his position.#SUB2#
Gomes wants to work for an arm triangle but Cubbedge is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Gomes is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cubbedge doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gomes.
Cubbedge is trying to get back to full guard.
Cubbedge trying to control from the bottom.
Gomes trying to control from half guard but Cubbedge is working away. #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.
Gomes is thwarting Cubbedge 's attempts to control the position.
Ronaldo Gomes has got the better of the ground game so far.
Cubbedge won't allow Gomes to pass to mount. #SUB#
Cubbedge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gomes is thwarting Cubbedge 's attempts to control the position.
Cubbedge is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Gomes seems to be working for a kimura but Cubbedge defends the submission attempt.#T3#
Gomes is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Gomes wants to control from the top but Cubbedge keeps moving. #SUB2#
Gomes is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Cubbedge is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Cubbedge has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Gomes is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Cubbedge is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Cubbedge won't allow Gomes to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge trying to control but Gomes is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4#
Gomes 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.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Gomes keeps moving.
Gomes not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gomes pulls Cubbedge in close to his closed guard and prevents Cubbedge from doing any damage or advancing position.
Gomes tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've been hearing that Cubbedge has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gomes not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gomes is looking to sweep but instead, Cubbedge has passed into half guard.
Cubbedge prevents Gomes from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ronaldo Gomes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Cubbedge throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Cubbedge enables Gomes to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Cubbedge manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Gomes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cubbedge is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Gomes avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Cubbedge wants to hit a sweep here but Gomes passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Cubbedge there! #SUB2#
Gomes working for a submission but Cubbedge is keeping him at bay.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gomes is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Cubbedge has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Cubbedge !
Gomes keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully. #T1#
Gomes wants to sweep but no luck.
Gomes working a defensive guard here.
Gomes looking for a sweep. Not yet Gomes, not yet.
Gomes has Cubbedge pulled in close to control his posture.
Gomes controls Cubbedge momentarily but Cubbedge frees himself.
Gomes seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Gomes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gomes manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Cubbedge manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Cubbedge is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Gomes tries to free his leg and advance position but Cubbedge is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Cubbedge escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gomes gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cubbedge can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gomes controls the pace.
Cubbedge looking to control.
Gomes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gomes passes into half guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3##SUB2#
Gomes is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Cubbedge defends it well.
Cubbedge punching from the bottom. #SUB#
Cubbedge looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gomes moves into full mount! Cubbedge won't be happy about that!
Gomes pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Gomes trying to control but Cubbedge is having none of it. #T4#
Cubbedge is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB2#
Gomes working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Gomes fails to move to back control.
Cubbedge is trying to escape the mount.
Gomes fails to take his opponent's back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gomes forces the positional change into back control.
Cubbedge rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ronaldo Gomes comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Gomes 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ronaldo Gomes!
Ronaldo Gomes 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: WVT 68: Edwards v Ignatov
Date: Feb 03, 2023

#R1#
Cubbedge lands a jab to the head.
Cubbedge fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Syndal on the side of the head.
Cubbedge misses the shot to the body.
Syndal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cubbedge misses with an uppercut. Syndal saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Syndal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cubbedge looks to land a left hand but Syndal moved out of range nicely.
Syndal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cubbedge walks into a straight right hand from Syndal.#CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge throws an off balance right hand
and Syndal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#Cubbedge is rocked!
Cubbedge fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A little jabbing left from Syndal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Syndal looks to land a left hand but Cubbedge moved out of range nicely.
Cubbedge scores with a shot to the body. #T1#
Cubbedge scores with the left hand. Syndal knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT#It looks like Maverick Syndal has been cut.
Cubbedge misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Syndal counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Syndal's corner calls for a 1-2. Syndal obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Oh Cubbedge is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cubbedge misses the jab.
Cubbedge seems to have got his legs back now.
Cubbedge will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Despite the aggression on Syndal's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Cubbedge throws the left hand but Syndal avoids the punch easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Syndal! But no joy.
Cubbedge throws a jab but it's blocked by Syndal.
Cubbedge 's corner calls for a 1-2. Cubbedge obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T2#
Syndal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge swings widly with a right hand
enabling Syndal to counter with a crisp jab.
Cubbedge connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cubbedge swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Syndal.#TD#
Cubbedge looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Cubbedge seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Syndal slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Cubbedge working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Cubbedge tries to free his leg and advance position but Syndal is retaining full guard.
Cubbedge controls from within his opponent's guard.
Syndal working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Syndal works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cubbedge is pushing down on Syndal's leg trying to pass to half guard. Syndal is fighting to maintain full guard but Cubbedge has managed to sneak the leg through.
Cubbedge lands strikes from half guard.
Cubbedge stalling. #T4#
Cubbedge thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Syndal's head.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Cubbedge misses with a head shot. Syndal uses the momentum to regain guard.
Cubbedge in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Cubbedge stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Syndal swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Syndal checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Cubbedge stuns Syndal with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Cubbedge fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Syndal throws out a counter right but Cubbedge avoids it with no problem.
Cubbedge throws a sloppy body shot
and Syndal connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Syndal with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Cubbedge to score with a decent uppercut.
A slow jab from Cubbedge misses its intended target.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Syndal throws a hook but Cubbedge avoids it easily.
Cubbedge catches Syndal with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
Cubbedge scores with a shot to the body.
Cubbedge is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Syndal can do to turn this around?
Syndal blocks a jab.
It seemed like Syndal was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Cubbedge looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Syndal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cubbedge takes a swing at Syndal's ribcage but misses.
Syndal slips under a jab.
Syndal throws out a counter right but Cubbedge avoids it with no problem.
Cubbedge lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Syndal circles away quickly and effectively.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Syndal! But no joy.
Maverick Syndal is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cubbedge misses with a jab, cross combination. #T2#
Cubbedge scores with a decent looking hook.
Cubbedge tries to clinch up.
Syndal moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Cubbedge takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Billy Cubbedge is winning the standup battle so far.
Syndal works the jab nicely.
Syndal throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cubbedge counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cubbedge digs a good body shot into Syndal's ribs.
Cubbedge bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cubbedge appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Cubbedge fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD#
Cubbedge bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Cubbedge controlling from side mount.
Cubbedge trying to control the position but Syndal is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Syndal has escaped the position, nice work there.
Syndal tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Cubbedge wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Cubbedge tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB#
Cubbedge tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Cubbedge has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We've been hearing that Cubbedge has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB#
Cubbedge goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Syndal rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Cubbedge 's guard! Nice work there by Syndal!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Syndal checks a leg kick.
Syndal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cubbedge throws an off balance right hand
enabling Syndal to counter with a crisp jab.
Cubbedge staying out of range there.
Cubbedge throws a series of punches but Syndal avoids them all with ease.
Despite the aggression on Syndal's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Syndal takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Cubbedge looks to land a combination but Syndal avoids it well.
Syndal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge slips a jab from Syndal.
Cubbedge connects with a nice looking jab. #T1#
Cubbedge scores with a one two! Syndal had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Cubbedge tries for a takedown but Syndal circles away easily
and Syndal counters with a straight right hand.
Cubbedge misses with a shot to the body
and Syndal counters with a straight right hand.
Cubbedge lands a jab to Syndal's midsection.
Syndal waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cubbedge .
Cubbedge is looking to score with low kicks.#T2#
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Syndal but Syndal pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Syndal swings widly with a right hand
and Cubbedge counters with a right hand to the body.
Jab by Syndal.#CUT2#Billy Cubbedge 's cut is getting worse.
Cubbedge looks to land a combination. Syndal sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big left from Cubbedge misses.
It seemed like Syndal was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Maverick Syndal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Syndal is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Cubbedge swings for the body but Syndal moves out of range. #T3#
Cubbedge keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Syndal.
Syndal throws an off balance right hand
and Cubbedge counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Cubbedge moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Syndal.
Still in the clinch, Syndal scores with a nice short uppercut.
Cubbedge prevents a body shot from Syndal.
Cubbedge blocking some punches.
Cubbedge taking a breather.
Cubbedge drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Syndal tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Cubbedge tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Syndal's elbow.
Syndal lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards.
Syndal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cubbedge is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Syndal tries to throw a body punch but Cubbedge avoids it by throwing Syndal back against the cage.
Syndal scores with a shoulder strike.
Syndal misses with a hook to the ribs.
Syndal goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Syndal swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Syndal being controlled against the cage.
Syndal lands a nice shot to the body.
Cubbedge throws a knee to the head but misses.
Cubbedge blocks a body shot from Syndal.
Syndal misses with the head strike.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Syndal misses with the head strike.
Syndal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cubbedge 's elbow.
Syndal working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Syndal lands a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Maverick Syndal.
I think Cubbedge 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Cubbedge !
The defeated Maverick Syndal had this to say: 'I get paid to show up, Kicking ass is optional.'.

Event: WVT 62: Smith v Sharma
Date: Jan 13, 2023

#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Cubbedge . Abner does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cubbedge shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Abner counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
The crowd cheers as Abner lands an impressive looking overhand right. Cubbedge doesn't seem phased though.
Abner uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#ROC2#Cubbedge is rocked!
Cubbedge waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Abner.
Abner throws out a counter right but Cubbedge avoids it with no problem.
Abner moves away from the strike by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Abner 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Abner throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cubbedge throws a sloppy body shot
and Abner counters with a stiff right hand.
Oh Cubbedge is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Abner throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cubbedge seems to have got his legs back now.#T1#
Cubbedge misses the body punch #KD2#
and Abner counters with a crisp right hand that drops Cubbedge ! Abner lets Cubbedge back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Cubbedge misses with a body shot.
Cubbedge jabs Abner to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Abner jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Cubbedge misses with a double jab
and Abner scores with a counter punch that sends Cubbedge to the canvas! Abner smells blood - he's punishing Cubbedge with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Cubbedge has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cayden Abner!
Cayden Abner 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: WVT 56: Narushima v Tchusuk
Date: Dec 21, 2022

#R1#
Cubbedge throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cubbedge throws an overhand right that lands on Blikstein's shoulder, as Blikstein tries to avoid the shot.
Blikstein tests Cubbedge 's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Blikstein scores with a hook to the body. Cubbedge takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Blikstein is pawing at Cubbedge , trying to feel the distance before throwing out a cross that crashes into Cubbedge 's nose. Cubbedge is badly hurt! Blikstein pounces, throwing wild strikes as both fighters end up on the ground! Cubbedge tries desperately to hold on but Blikstein is relentless in his assault! As Cubbedge receives an ever increasing number of unanswered strikes the referee pulls Blikstein away and this one is in the books!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paulo Blikstein!

Event: WVT 50: Meat Boy v Narushima
Date: Dec 01, 2022

#R1#
Cubbedge throws an off balance right hand
and Heights counters with a right hand to the body.
Cubbedge on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge misses with an uppercut
and Heights counters with a stiff right hand.
Cubbedge lands with an overhand left.
Heights gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Cubbedge misses with a looping left.
Heights swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge throws a lazy uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Cubbedge looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Heights flicks out a counter leg kick but Cubbedge steps away.#T1#
Cubbedge throws a poor cross that misses #KD2#
and Heights counters with a crisp right hand that drops Cubbedge ! Heights lets Cubbedge back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Cubbedge is rocked!
Crack! Heights connects with the perfect overhand right and Cubbedge falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Heights!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Seelow Heights!
Our winner, Seelow Heights, 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: WVT 43: Ihantala v Meat Boy
Date: Nov 04, 2022

#R1#
Zaire jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Cubbedge gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Zaire.
Cubbedge throws a body punch but Zaire moves out of range.
Zaire jabs Cubbedge to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Zaire connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Cubbedge momentarily.
Cubbedge misses with the combination.
Zaire lands with a shot to the body.
Zaire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cubbedge doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cubbedge . Zaire does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zaire throws out a powerful jab.
Zaire takes one to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zaire connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Cubbedge momentarily.
Cubbedge uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zaire.
Zaire swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge needs to keep his hands up - Zaire had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Zaire.
A solid leg kick lands there for Zaire.
A solid leg kick lands there for Zaire.
Zaire scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Zaire swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Zaire tries to avoid it but Cubbedge manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Zaire to the ground. Zaire escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Zaire fires out a quick counter leg kick but Cubbedge just manages to avoid it.
Zaire misses with a kick to the body.
Zaire has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Cubbedge finds it's way round the side to connect with Zaire's head.
Cubbedge looks to score with a jab to the body but Zaire is just out of range.
Cubbedge slips under a jab from Zaire.
Cubbedge throws a jab but it's blocked by Zaire.
Good leg kick by Zaire.
Zaire connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cubbedge looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Zaire takes a swing at Cubbedge 's ribcage but misses.
Cubbedge is looking for the big counter here.#T2#
A big left from Zaire misses.
Zaire slips under a jab from Cubbedge .
Zaire swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge misses with a wild body shot.
Zaire throws out a loose jab but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cubbedge walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Zaire!
It looks like Zaire has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Cubbedge misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Cubbedge just misses with a punch to the body.
Cubbedge avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Cubbedge misses.
Zaire misses with a straight right.
Zaire is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Cubbedge takes one to the side of the head.
Cubbedge chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Zaire can pounce on him. #T3#
Cubbedge connects with a body shot that sends Zaire's belly button to the back.
Zaire connects with a right hand. Cubbedge shakes it off.
Zaire takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Zaire with the inside leg kick.
Cubbedge takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Zaire misses with a left hand
and Cubbedge counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Zaire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cubbedge .
Zaire half committed to a counter leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Zaire.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot
and Zaire counters with a nice leg kick.
Zaire connects with a body shot that sends Cubbedge 's belly button to the back.
Zaire turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cubbedge takes a jab right on the kisser.
Zaire throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Zaire misses. #T4#
Cubbedge chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Zaire can pounce on him.
Zaire bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Zaire bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Cubbedge 's head.
Zaire is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Zaire misses with a straight right.
Cubbedge 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Cubbedge blocks a leg kick.
Cubbedge takes a swing at Zaire's ribcage but misses.
Zaire lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Zaire throws a head kick that misses.
Abdullah Zaire is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cubbedge fails in his attempt to clinch.
Cubbedge takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Zaire lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cubbedge tries to move into range but Zaire moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Zaire keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Abdullah Zaire has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
Zaire throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It seemed like Cubbedge was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abdullah Zaire dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nice defenses there by Zaire.
Cubbedge throws a hook to the side of Zaire's head but Zaire sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cubbedge throws a body punch but Zaire moves out of range.
Zaire blocks a leg kick.
Zaire is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cubbedge can do to turn this around?
Zaire throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Cubbedge on the side of the head.
Zaire thuds his right hand into Cubbedge 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Zaire throws a predictable looking body shot
and Cubbedge counters with a nice low kick that buckles Zaire's knee momentarily.
Zaire misses with a body shot.
Zaire misses with a body kick.
Zaire misses with a low kick.
Abdullah Zaire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Cubbedge misses.
Cubbedge looks to score with a jab to the body but Zaire is just out of range.
Cubbedge fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zaire manages to avoid it.
Cubbedge throws out a loose jab but Zaire uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd cheers as Zaire lands an impressive looking overhand right. Cubbedge doesn't seem phased though.#T1#
Zaire misses the shot to the body.
Zaire stuns Cubbedge with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Zaire scores with a nice head shot.
Cubbedge slips under a jab from Zaire.
Cubbedge shoots for a takedown but Zaire saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Zaire pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Zaire cracks Cubbedge with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Zaire's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cubbedge under the eye.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Cubbedge might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Zaire has got the better of the exchanges.
Zaire swings for the body but Cubbedge moves out of range.
A nice side step and Cubbedge releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Zaire ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Zaire lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The fighters circling - Zaire throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cubbedge fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zaire manages to avoid it.
Cubbedge has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Cubbedge fails to land with a series of punches. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zaire throws an overhand right that lands on Cubbedge 's shoulder, as Cubbedge tries to avoid the shot.
Zaire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cubbedge is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Zaire rather than just go for the knockout.
Zaire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cubbedge feints the counter takedown.
Zaire lands with a hook. Cubbedge tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Zaire throws a shot to the body.
Zaire lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Cubbedge lands a nice shot to the body.
Cubbedge on the wrong end of a nice jab.#ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!
Cubbedge throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cubbedge is still on wobbly legs! Can Zaire finish him?
Zaire cracks Cubbedge with a right hand to the side of the head.
Zaire ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice inside leg kick there by Zaire. That's going to slow Cubbedge down.
Cubbedge seems to have recovered his senses.
Zaire dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Zaire throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cubbedge stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Cubbedge misses with a combination
and Zaire counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Cubbedge throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Zaire.
Zaire connects with a jab.
Zaire swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge throws a big shot that misses.
Zaire looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Cubbedge takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Zaire moves out of range of the strikes.
Good leg kick by Zaire.
Zaire throws a sloppy head kick and Cubbedge moves out of range easily.
Zaire misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Cubbedge clinches up against the cage.
Zaire works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Cubbedge pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Cubbedge blocks a body shot from Zaire. #T4#
Zaire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Zaire is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Zaire blocks an uppercut.
Zaire working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right from Zaire.
Zaire managing to block the knees to the body from Cubbedge .
Zaire misses with a punch on the inside.
Cubbedge has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Zaire after a bit of a struggle.
Zaire tries to throw a body punch but Cubbedge avoids it by throwing Zaire back against the cage.
A short right from Zaire. #BC#
Zaire manages to break the clinch.
Cubbedge on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Zaire drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Cubbedge right on the button. Cubbedge goes down! Zaire follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Zaire gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). 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: WVT 38: Doisneau v Meat Boy
Date: Oct 14, 2022

#R1#
Choo lands a jab to the nose.
Choo swinging wildly here. #TD2#
Cubbedge decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Choo doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cubbedge . #SUB2#
Cubbedge 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choo tries to get to full guard but Cubbedge has control of the leg. #T1#
Choo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Cubbedge is working away from the top position though.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Cubbedge working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Cubbedge landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #CUT2#It looks like Mew Choo has been cut.
Cubbedge performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Cubbedge wants to work for an arm triangle but Choo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Cubbedge thows a huge punch but Choo dodges it nicely. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Choo is defending well.
Choo is looking for a sweep. Cubbedge is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cubbedge is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Cubbedge can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Choo is looking to escape.
Cubbedge controlling the position easily from mount. #T3#
Choo is squirming around, avoiding Cubbedge 's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Cubbedge goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Choo turns into him and now he's in Cubbedge 's guard.
Choo looking to pass the guard.
Choo trying to control but Cubbedge is working from the bottom. #T4#
Choo looking to sit in guard and control but Cubbedge gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Choo is keeping the position.
Cubbedge throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Choo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cubbedge is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mew Choo's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Nice shot by Cubbedge .
Nice shot by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge keeps the fight on the outside.
Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Choo.#TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in and bounces Choo off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard.
Choo can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Cubbedge controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Choo is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Cubbedge drops back looking for a leg! Choo is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Choo manages to kick Cubbedge off! Cubbedge jumps back into Choo's guard. #T1#
Cubbedge passes into half guard.
Cubbedge moves nicely into side control. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Choo is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Cubbedge working away.
Cubbedge trying to control the position but Choo is working away.
Cubbedge has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Cubbedge working the ground and pound.
Choo is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.
Cubbedge passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Choo!
Cubbedge lands a nice shot to the head.
Cubbedge can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Choo is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Cubbedge working for a submission but Choo is keeping him at bay. #T3#
Cubbedge looking to finish Choo with some ground and pound. This is bad for Choo!
Cubbedge controlling from mount.
Choo in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #CUT2#Mew Choo's cut is getting worse.#SUB2#
Cubbedge is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Choo has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Cubbedge lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#ROC2#Choo is rocked!#CUT2#Mew Choo's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T4#
Cubbedge is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Choo goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Cubbedge !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Billy Cubbedge !

Event: WVT 31: Ihantala v Honda
Date: Sep 07, 2022

#R1#
Good shot there by Boone.#CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge misses the shot to the body.
Cubbedge looks to land a left hand but Boone moved out of range nicely.
Boone motions for Cubbedge to come forward. Boone throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cubbedge takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A lazy body kick from Boone
and Cubbedge counters with a nice body shot.
Boone misses with a looping left.
An attempted straight right counter from Cubbedge misses the target.
Boone throws a lazy right hand but Cubbedge sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cubbedge appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Boone misses with a left hand
and Cubbedge counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Boone comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Cubbedge pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cubbedge lands with a good body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cubbedge scores with a crisp jab that stopped Boone in his tracks.
Boone throws an off balance right hand
and Cubbedge cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Boone lands a leg kick that knocks Cubbedge off balance momentarily.
Cubbedge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boone.#T1#
Boone throws out a loose jab but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson Boone is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boone punishes Cubbedge 's body with a nice straight punch.
Cubbedge stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Boone.
Boone throws a chopping leg kick but Cubbedge manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Cubbedge throwing a counter right hand but Boone manages to avoid it.
Boone is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cubbedge .
The crowd cheers as Boone lands an impressive looking overhand right. Cubbedge doesn't seem phased though.
Cubbedge smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Cubbedge throws a lazy uppercut
and Boone counters with a right, left combo that wobbles Cubbedge badly! Boone follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks Cubbedge out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Boone finished him against the cage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jackson Boone!
Jackson Boone made sure to mention his sponsor, Kato in his post fight interview.

Event: WVT 24: Maestre v Doisneau
Date: Aug 13, 2022

#R1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Taamu.
Cubbedge throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Taamu stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD#
Cubbedge feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Cubbedge is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Taamu has Cubbedge pulled in close to control his posture.
Taamu keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taamu trying to control the position here.
Taamu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Cubbedge postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge trying to control but Taamu is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Taamu thows a leg kick but Cubbedge checks it
and Cubbedge counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Taamu throws a looping overhand right but Cubbedge ducks down to avoid it.
Taamu is looking to chop away at Cubbedge 's legs.
Cubbedge was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#KD#
Cubbedge cracks Taamu with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Cubbedge has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Taamu to stand back up!#ROC#Taamu is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Tua Taamu has been cut.
Tua Taamu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cubbedge works Taamu's body with a nice hook.
Taamu is still on wobbly legs! Can Cubbedge finish him?
Taamu on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Taamu looks winded!
Cubbedge cracks Taamu with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Billy Cubbedge !

Event: WVT 20: Puto v Newton
Date: Jul 27, 2022

#R1#
Syndal misses with a head kick. #TD#
Syndal gets a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Syndal prevents Cubbedge from improving his position.#SUB#
Syndal is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cubbedge has managed to free his arm - good work.
Syndal controlling the action here.
Cubbedge tries to roll over but Syndal keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Syndal sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cubbedge defending well though.
Cubbedge is not content to let Syndal control the position.
Cubbedge regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Syndal. #T1#
Cubbedge avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Syndal stopping the sweep attempt from Cubbedge .
Syndal slips nicely into half guard.
Cubbedge is trying to control but can't.
Syndal trying to control from half guard but Cubbedge is working away. #SUB#
Syndal is looking for a kimura here.
Cubbedge has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Syndal is working away from the top position though.
Cubbedge tries to roll over but Syndal keeps him under control.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Syndal sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cubbedge defending well though.
Syndal has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Syndal tries to stand but can't do so whilst Cubbedge controls his leg. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cubbedge is staying active underneath Syndal, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Still in half guard, Syndal seems content to control.
Cubbedge makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Cubbedge .
Syndal trying to control but Cubbedge is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Syndal stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cubbedge swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Cubbedge working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Syndal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Syndal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Syndal wants to control from the top but Cubbedge keeps moving. #SUB2#
Syndal got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cubbedge has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Syndal has managed to get both his arms back between Cubbedge 's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Cubbedge had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Syndal defends it easily.#SUB2#
Cubbedge has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Syndal is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Cubbedge .#T4#
Cubbedge manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Cubbedge looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Cubbedge winds up and cracks Syndal with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Syndal is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Cubbedge is trying to work for a kimura but Syndal is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge wants to control but Syndal is keeping him busy.
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 Maverick Syndal will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Cubbedge closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Syndal is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Cubbedge 's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Cubbedge not doing much here.
Syndal regains full guard. Nicely done.
Syndal wants to sweep but no luck.
Cubbedge looking to sit in guard and control but Syndal gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Syndal has gone for a leg lock! Cubbedge slips out almost immediately though and dives into Syndal's guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Syndal looking to control. #T1#
Syndal wants to sweep here but Cubbedge controlling him for the moment.
Syndal is looking to sweep but instead, Cubbedge has passed into half guard.
Cubbedge is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Syndal has hold of Cubbedge 's hands but Cubbedge slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Cubbedge wants to control but Syndal is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T2#
Cubbedge trying to control the action but Syndal is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge trying to control the pace.
Cubbedge prevents Syndal from improving his position.#SUB2#
Syndal is defending against the submission attempts here by Cubbedge . #T3#
Cubbedge is looking to advance position but Syndal won't allow it.
Syndal is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Cubbedge scores with a couple of nice shots.
Cubbedge thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Syndal's head. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Syndal sees it coming and defends easily.
Cubbedge seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Syndal does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Syndal manages to get to full guard.
Cubbedge stopping the sweep attempt from Syndal.#T4#
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Syndal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Syndal pulls Cubbedge in close to his closed guard and prevents Cubbedge from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Syndal. Cubbedge does a little dance to reset his feet.
Syndal throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cubbedge 's waist but Cubbedge gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Syndal off to one side.
An inside leg kick from Syndal misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Syndal showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cubbedge .
Maverick Syndal is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Syndal tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cubbedge swivels and escapes.
Syndal lands a nice looking kick to the body. Cubbedge takes a step back to recover.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge 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#
Cubbedge connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#It looks like Maverick Syndal has been cut.
A telegraphed right hand from Cubbedge misses the target.
Syndal scores with a spinning back kick!#TD#
Syndal feints and as Cubbedge raises his hands in defense, Syndal changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Cubbedge controlling the position.
Syndal pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cubbedge is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Cubbedge keeping full guard, as Syndal tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Cubbedge has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Syndal can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Syndal trying to move into half guard but instead Cubbedge has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Syndal keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Cubbedge is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Cubbedge is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Syndal can't keep his opponent in guard - Cubbedge advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Syndal gets full guard.
Cubbedge makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Cubbedge is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Syndal is keeping the position.
Cubbedge throwing strikes from guard but Syndal blocks nicely.
Cubbedge loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Syndal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Cubbedge has gone for a leg lock! Syndal slips out almost immediately though and dives into Cubbedge 's guard.#REVR#
Cubbedge wants to sweep here but Syndal controlling him for the moment. #T3##SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for a triangle but Syndal pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Syndal defends well.
Syndal trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Cubbedge preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Syndal won't allow Cubbedge to sweep him here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Cubbedge is on top in guard. #REVB#
Cubbedge postures up. #T4#
Cubbedge content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Cubbedge throwing strikes from guard but Syndal blocks nicely.
Syndal is trying to keep Cubbedge in close.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge trying to control but Syndal is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Cubbedge comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Cubbedge 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 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Cubbedge !
The defeated Maverick Syndal had this to say: 'I get paid to show up, Kicking ass is optional.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 01, 2022

#R1#
Smith misses with a jab to the body
and Smith takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cubbedge uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Smith.
Smith throws a head kick that misses.
Cubbedge getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nice shot lands for Smith.#CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge takes a jab right on the kisser. #KD2#
Smith cracks Cubbedge with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Cubbedge looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Smith finish him? #ROC2#Cubbedge is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smith throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Oh Cubbedge is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
BAM! Smith delivers a spinning backfist that drops Cubbedge like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Onterrio Smith!
Our winner, Onterrio Smith, 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: GC 435: Simmons VS Frewin
Date: Jun 11, 2022

#R1#
Johnson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cubbedge shoots in but no luck this time.
Johnson feints a counter leg kick.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot
and Johnson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Cubbedge misses with an uppercut
enabling Johnson to counter with a crisp jab.
Cubbedge avoids a punch combination nicely.
Cubbedge tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Johnson manages to circle out of the way.
Johnson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Johnson throws an off balance right hand
and Cubbedge counters with a nice body shot.
Johnson lands a really nice looking cross but Cubbedge seems unphased.
Johnson slaps away a takedown attempt from Cubbedge , before circling back to the center of the mat.
Johnson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cubbedge throws a leg kick
and Johnson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Johnson throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Cubbedge counters with a single leg into guard. Johnson didn't expect that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cubbedge throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Johnson works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Johnson is looking to stand up but Cubbedge isn't so interested in that idea.
Cubbedge sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Johnson's guard.
Johnson tries to kick Cubbedge off but Cubbedge keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Cubbedge seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Johnson is trying to stand back up but Cubbedge is controlling him
We've been hearing that Cubbedge has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Johnson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cubbedge .
Johnson wants to get back to his feet.
Johnson is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Cubbedge sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cubbedge sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Johnson defending well though.
Johnson pushes Cubbedge off looking to stand but Cubbedge dives back in and keeps control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Good standup being displayed there by Cubbedge as he connects with a hook.
Johnson throws a series of punches but Cubbedge moves out of range.
A punch combination from Johnson misses.
Cubbedge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Johnson.
Cubbedge is looking to counter punch.
Johnson scores with a nice head shot.
Cubbedge with a nice cross.
Johnson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Johnson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #TD#
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Johnson napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T3#
Johnson wants to get back to his feet but Cubbedge drags him back down.
Cubbedge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johnson keeps working. #SUB#
Cubbedge tries for a kimura but Johnson is defending well. #SUB#
Cubbedge is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Johnson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Johnson pushes Cubbedge away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Cubbedge gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Cubbedge landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Cubbedge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johnson keeps working.
Cubbedge sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Johnson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T4#
Johnson wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Cubbedge tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet but Cubbedge drags him back down.
Johnson is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.
Johnson 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.
Cubbedge prevents Johnson from escaping the position.#SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Johnson has escaped the position, nice work there.
Cubbedge controls the position.
Johnson wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Johnson lunges at Cubbedge with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Cubbedge 's hand.
Cubbedge looks to score with a jab to the body but Johnson is just out of range.
Johnson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Cubbedge .
Johnson lands a two punch combo. #CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Johnson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Cubbedge makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Johnson lands with a nice body punch.
Johnson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Cubbedge takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jeff Johnson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Johnson dodges the punch combination from Cubbedge .
Johnson staying out of range there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson fails to land with a series of punches. #T1#
Johnson misses with a double jab
and Cubbedge counters with a two punch combo.
Johnson misses with a straight left.
Johnson throws the left hand but Cubbedge avoids the punch easily.
Johnson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cubbedge tried to counter with a leg kick but Johnson avoided it.
Johnson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Cubbedge counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Johnson misses with a leg kick.
Cubbedge loads up on a big right hand but Johnson slips the punch.
Cubbedge moves into range and connects with a jab.
Cubbedge listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Cubbedge throws a shot from downtown. Johnson moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Cubbedge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Johnson.
Cubbedge scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A lazy body kick from Johnson
and Cubbedge counters with a nice body shot.
Good shot there by Cubbedge .
Jeff Johnson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Johnson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Johnson jabs Cubbedge right on the nose. Cubbedge blinks but takes it well.
Cubbedge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Johnson moves away.
Johnson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cubbedge takes a swing at Johnson's ribcage but misses.
Jab by Johnson.
Johnson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Johnson throws the left hand but Cubbedge avoids the punch easily.
Cubbedge throwing a counter right hand but Johnson manages to avoid it.#T3#
Johnson misses with a hook
and Cubbedge counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Johnson throws a sloppy head kick and Cubbedge moves out of range easily.
Johnson scores with a shot to the body.
Good shot there by Johnson.
Cubbedge is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Johnson walks into a jab.
Cubbedge misses with an uppercut
and Johnson counters with a nice body shot.
Jeff Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cubbedge throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Johnson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cubbedge throws out the jab.
Johnson throws a right hand that misses
and Cubbedge counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Cubbedge uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Johnson.
Cubbedge ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
Johnson just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice cross by Cubbedge .
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Johnson tries a head kick but it misses.
Cubbedge misses with a double jab.
Johnson throws a wild body kick that Cubbedge sees coming a mile off.
Cubbedge works Johnson's body with a nice hook.
Johnson throws a lazy head kick
and Cubbedge counters with a straight right hand.
Johnson is breathing heavily.
Cubbedge misses with a two punch combination.
Johnson looks for the body kick but Cubbedge saw that one coming.
A big left from Johnson misses.
Johnson misses with a head kick.
Johnson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
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 Billy Cubbedge will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Johnson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Cubbedge lands a nice hook to Johnson's body. Johnson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Johnson misses with a looping right.#CL#
Cubbedge closes the distance and clinches.
Johnson avoiding damage as Cubbedge throws knees to the body.
Johnson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Cubbedge has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Johnson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Cubbedge keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Johnson's efforts to push away.
Cubbedge tries to score a body lock takedown but Johnson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Cubbedge has Johnson pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Cubbedge pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Johnson tumbling to the mat - Cubbedge dives into Johnson's guard.
Johnson wants to stand and escape but Cubbedge is having none of it. #T1#
Cubbedge trying to control but Johnson is working from the bottom.
Johnson is wriggling around but Cubbedge manages to pass to half guard.
Cubbedge stops Johnson from getting back to his feet.
Cubbedge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johnson keeps working. #SUB#
Cubbedge seems to be looking for submissions.
Cubbedge not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Johnson tries to kick Cubbedge off but Cubbedge keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge wants to work for an arm triangle but Johnson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Billy Cubbedge overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Johnson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet.
Cubbedge wants to free his trapped foot but Johnson is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Johnson is trying to stand up here but Cubbedge is controlling him well.
Cubbedge content to control rather than advance.
Johnson is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Cubbedge has closed the distance and engaged Johnson in a clinch.
Cubbedge lands a right hand.
Cubbedge misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Johnson.
Johnson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Cubbedge is working Johnson over against the cage.
Johnson is trying to force a seperation but Cubbedge has the dominant position.
Cubbedge has Johnson pressed against the cage, preventing Johnson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A shot in the inside from Cubbedge . #T3#
Cubbedge has Johnson pushed against the cage.
Johnson is trying to break free.
Johnson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Cubbedge goes for a takedown attempt but Johnson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
A clash of legs there as Cubbedge blocks the low kick.
Johnson misses with a wild combination.
It looked like Cubbedge wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A lazy body kick from Johnson
and Cubbedge counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cubbedge slips under a jab from Johnson.
Johnson misses with a combination #CL#
and Cubbedge counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Johnson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Cubbedge has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Johnson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Cubbedge tries a knee to the head but Johnson blocks it.
Johnson gets underhooks to prevent Cubbedge 's takedown attempt.
Cubbedge tries for a takedown. No joy.
Cubbedge has Johnson pressed against the cage, preventing Johnson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A left hand lands to the body for Cubbedge .
Cubbedge goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cubbedge lands a shot to the body.
Cubbedge tries to work over Johnson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Johnson manages to break the clinch.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot
and Johnson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Cubbedge thinking.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson tries to bum rush Cubbedge with a series of wild strikes but Cubbedge uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Johnson scores with a three punch combo!
Jeff Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Johnson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Cubbedge on the side of the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Cubbedge !

Event: GC 429: Simmons VS Kane
Date: May 07, 2022

#R1#
A big left from Cubbedge misses.
Cubbedge misses the shot to the body.
A head kick from Roth lands but Cubbedge takes it in his stride. #CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.#TD2#
Roth shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Roth is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Cubbedge working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Roth has passed into half guard!
The fighters are battling for position here. Cubbedge manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge wants to sweep here but Roth controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Cubbedge looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Cubbedge keeping moving, preventing Roth from controlling successfully. #T1#
Cubbedge working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Cubbedge looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Roth pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cubbedge is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Cubbedge had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Roth defends it easily.
Cubbedge lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Roth looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cubbedge is one step ahead there. #T2#
Cubbedge controlling from the top position.
Cubbedge cracks Roth with a solid left hand.
Cubbedge throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Cubbedge stops Roth from standing up. #SUB2#
Roth working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cubbedge doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cubbedge manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Roth looking for a guillotine here but Cubbedge defends easily.
Cubbedge content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Roth is trying to keep Cubbedge in close.
Cubbedge sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Roth wants to stand and escape but Cubbedge is having none of it.
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Roth working for a triangle but Cubbedge defends it easily.
Cubbedge works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Roth is looking to improve his position.
Roth is trying to stand.
Roth trying to hold on to Cubbedge 's head to control him but Cubbedge postures up.
Roth is trying to stand.
Roth is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sloppy strikes from Cubbedge . Those never looked like landing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Roth rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Cubbedge moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cubbedge went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Cubbedge scores with a jab.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Cubbedge .
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 Billy Cubbedge will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Roth misses with a series of wild punches.
Cubbedge lands a nice hook to Roth's body. Roth takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Toran Roth is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A leg kick checked by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Cubbedge misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Roth.
Cubbedge is looking for a counter combo.
Cubbedge looks to land a combination but Roth avoids it well.
Cubbedge misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Roth ducks under a wild hook from Cubbedge .
A punch combination from Roth misses.
Toran Roth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Roth lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Billy Cubbedge is winning the standup battle so far.
Cubbedge misses with a straight left.
Roth lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
The fighters circling - Cubbedge throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A solid body kick from Roth.
Some wild striking there from Roth.
A slow jab from Cubbedge misses its intended target. #T2#
Cubbedge cracks a nice hook into Roth's ribs.
Roth throws a head kick that misses
and Cubbedge counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cubbedge lands with an overhand left.
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!
Cubbedge scores with a decent looking hook.
Good shot there by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge misses with a left hand
and Roth counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Cubbedge misses with a double jab
and Roth counters with a series of strikes. Cubbedge will be more careful next time no doubt.
Roth misses with a wild body shot.
Cubbedge throwing a counter right hand but Roth manages to avoid it.
Cubbedge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cubbedge is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Roth lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Cubbedge circles away quickly and effectively.#T3#
Cubbedge fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Cubbedge swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Roth counters with a three punch combo that has Cubbedge backing up. Cubbedge nods at Roth to acknowledge the strikes.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot.
Roth takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Cubbedge swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Roth counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#Cubbedge is rocked!
Cubbedge swings for the body but Roth moves out of range.
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#KD2#
Roth lands a left and a right that sends Cubbedge crashing to the canvas! Roth dives into mount looking to finish!
Oh Cubbedge is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
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!
Cubbedge is trying to escape the mount.
Cubbedge throwing hammer fists to the chest of Roth. What's that going to do exactly? #T4##SU2#
Roth gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Cubbedge misses with a double jab
and Roth scores with a counter punch that sends Cubbedge to the canvas! Roth smells blood - he's punishing Cubbedge with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Cubbedge has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Toran Roth!
Toran Roth got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!'

Event: GC 423: Jospin VS Bolleke
Date: Mar 26, 2022

#R1#
Potatohauler is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Cubbedge clinches.
Cubbedge stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Potatohauler stalling the fight. #BC#
Potatohauler breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Potatohauler tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cubbedge swivels and escapes.
Potatohauler looks for a takedown but Cubbedge sprawls well.
Cubbedge connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Potatohauler takes one to the chin there.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Potatohauler avoiding damage as Cubbedge throws knees to the body.
Potatohauler wants to break the clinch but can't.
Potatohauler is trying to push Cubbedge away but Cubbedge has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T1##BC#
Potatohauler manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Potatohauler gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Potatohauler blocks an elbow strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cubbedge .
Potatohauler stalling in the clinch but Cubbedge improves position.
Cubbedge can't find room to land a body shot as Potatohauler controls the action.
Potatohauler is looking to break free of the clinch but Cubbedge has double underhooks.
Potatohauler is trying to force a seperation but Cubbedge has the dominant position.#BC#
Potatohauler breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cubbedge misses with a series of wild punches. #CL#
Potatohauler closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Cubbedge keeps control of Potatohauler as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Potatohauler is pressed up against the cage. Cubbedge has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Potatohauler down to the mat. Potatohauler avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Potatohauler looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A little jabbing left from Cubbedge on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Cubbedge lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Potatohauler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It seemed like Cubbedge was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Cubbedge misses with an uppercut.
Potatohauler is looking to clinch.
Cubbedge now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Potatohauler slips under a jab.
Potatohauler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Potatohauler changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cubbedge tries to avoid it but Potatohauler manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cubbedge to the ground. Cubbedge escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joey Bob Potatohauler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cubbedge bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Potatohauler's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fight stays on the outside here - Potatohauler looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cubbedge doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Potatohauler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Potatohauler tries to clinch up but Cubbedge circles away and keeps his distance.
Potatohauler throws a right hand that Cubbedge ducks under and follows up with a left that Cubbedge also avoids with ease.#T3#
Cubbedge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Potatohauler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Cubbedge avoids it really well and circles away.#KD2#
Cubbedge lands a left and a right that send Potatohauler crashing to the mat, dazed. Cubbedge thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT2#It looks like Joey Bob Potatohauler has been cut.
Potatohauler tries to clinch but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Potatohauler fails with an attempt to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Potatohauler looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Potatohauler lands the left hand.
Potatohauler tries to clinch up but Cubbedge circles away and keeps his distance.#T4#
Cubbedge ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#KD2#
Cubbedge lands a big uppercut and Potatohauler crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Potatohauler looks OK. Cubbedge waves Potatohauler back to his feet!#ROC2#Potatohauler is rocked!
Potatohauler fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cubbedge swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Potatohauler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Cubbedge misses with a wild body shot.
Potatohauler feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Cubbedge s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Potatohauler tries to close the distance and clinch but Cubbedge swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cubbedge just misses with a punch to the body.
Cubbedge avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Potatohauler tries to clinch there but Cubbedge circles away.
Cubbedge let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Potatohauler lands with a straight right. Cubbedge didn't see that one coming.#KD2#
Cubbedge sends Potatohauler crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Cubbedge is motioning to the referee to let Potatohauler up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Oh Potatohauler is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Potatohauler tries to clinch up.
Potatohauler seems to have got his legs back now.
Potatohauler throws a head kick but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Cubbedge appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Joey Bob Potatohauler's cut.
That's time! Potatohauler's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL#
Potatohauler gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Potatohauler's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice body punch from Cubbedge .
Joey Bob Potatohauler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Potatohauler throws a head kick that misses.
Cubbedge appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cubbedge throws a body punch but Potatohauler moves out of range.
Cubbedge dodges the punch combination from Potatohauler. #CL#
Potatohauler has Cubbedge up against the cage in a clinch.
Cubbedge '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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge landing knees to the body.
Cubbedge throws an elbow but it misses.
Potatohauler is trying to break the clinch but Cubbedge has him pressed against the cage. #T1#
Cubbedge has Potatohauler pressed against the cage.
Potatohauler wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Cubbedge has him pressed against the cage.
Potatohauler can't break the clinch.
Potatohauler blocks an elbow strike from Cubbedge . #BC#
Potatohauler escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cubbedge has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Potatohauler has a takedown stuffed.
Jab, jab by Cubbedge - just one landing. #CL#
Potatohauler closes the distance and pushes Cubbedge back into the cage.
Potatohauler working hard to break the clinch.
Cubbedge dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#BC#
Potatohauler breaks the clinch.
Cubbedge throws a poor cross that misses
and Potatohauler counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #T2#
Cubbedge fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Potatohauler avoids it really well and circles away.
Cubbedge is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Cubbedge swings for the body but Potatohauler moves out of range.
Potatohauler tries to clinch up.#CL#
Potatohauler instigates a clinch.
Cubbedge misses with a knee to the head.
Potatohauler is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cubbedge is defending well for now.
Potatohauler is trying to push Cubbedge away but Cubbedge has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Cubbedge prevents Potatohauler from breaking the clinch.
Potatohauler prevents a takedown attempt there.
Come on Potatohauler - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Cubbedge can't get the takedown.
Joey Bob Potatohauler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
Potatohauler is trying to push Cubbedge away but Cubbedge has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T3##BC#
Potatohauler manages to break the clinch.
Potatohauler shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Cubbedge pinned against the cage. Cubbedge gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Cubbedge takes a swing at Potatohauler's ribcage but misses.
Cubbedge jabs at Potatohauler's body.#CL#
Potatohauler gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cubbedge misses with an elbow strike. #BC#
Potatohauler manages to break the clinch.
Potatohauler tries to clinch there but Cubbedge circles away.
Cubbedge has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Potatohauler misses with a body shot.
Potatohauler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cubbedge moves away.
Potatohauler on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Potatohauler is looking to clinch. #T4#
Potatohauler throws a jab when Cubbedge was well out of range.
Cubbedge connects with a nice looking jab.
Potatohauler is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cubbedge keeps the fight on the outside.
Potatohauler is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cubbedge doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Potatohauler wants to clinch.
Potatohauler lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
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 Joey Bob Potatohauler will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Joey Bob Potatohauler's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Potatohauler lands a nice hook to Cubbedge 's body. Cubbedge takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sloppy strikes from Potatohauler. Those never looked like landing.
Cubbedge looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
Potatohauler shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Potatohauler looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Cubbedge working for submissions but it's allowed Potatohauler to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions off his back.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Potatohauler in particular looking to stall.#T1##SUB2#
Cubbedge actively working from the bottom here.
Cubbedge trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Potatohauler can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Cubbedge is looking to escape. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge is desperately trying to improve his position but Potatohauler has a good base and remains in mount.
Potatohauler looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Cubbedge tries to hold on but Potatohauler postures up.
Cubbedge is looking to improve his position but Potatohauler isn't that keen on the idea.
Potatohauler trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Cubbedge manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cubbedge tries to roll over but Potatohauler keeps him under control.
Cubbedge regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Cubbedge escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Potatohauler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Potatohauler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Potatohauler postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Bob Potatohauler showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Potatohauler 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Bob Potatohauler!
Joey Bob Potatohauler thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: GC 419 Jospin vs. Moura
Date: Feb 26, 2022

#R1#
Nakamura throws out a loose jab but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cubbedge wants to counter the offense by Nakamura and move into the clinch position.
Nakamura just misses with a punch to the body.
Gurizuri Nakamura seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakamura misses with a right hand
letting Cubbedge counter with a right hand.
Cubbedge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nakamura was well out of range. Poor timing from Cubbedge .
Nakamura attempts a counter takedown but Cubbedge avoids it well and moves away.
Cubbedge misses with a looping left.
Cubbedge lands a jab to the head.
Cubbedge defending well as Nakamura loads up on a big left hand.
Cubbedge blocks a jab.
Nakamura throws a body shot but no joy.
Nakamura 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.
Cubbedge avoids the body shot from Nakamura.
Nakamura lands a nice hook to Cubbedge 's body. Cubbedge takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD#
Nakamura throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Cubbedge tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Nakamura is in Cubbedge 's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nakamura accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1##SUB2#
Nakamura avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nakamura content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Cubbedge trying to strike off his back.
Cubbedge looking for a sweep. Not yet Cubbedge , not yet.
Nakamura in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Cubbedge keeping full guard, as Nakamura tries to pass.
Nakamura might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nakamura won't allow Cubbedge to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nakamura is aware though and is defending well.
Cubbedge working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nakamura.
Nakamura is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T2#
Nakamura loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nakamura has picked Cubbedge up and slammed him! Cubbedge can't keep hold of the triangle and Nakamura manages to pass to side control!
Cubbedge is trying to control Nakamura's posture but Nakamura avoids it.
Cubbedge is looking for a sweep.
Nakamura lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Cubbedge down.
Cubbedge is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Nakamura off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Cubbedge has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Nakamura has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Nakamura is trying to break free.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Will Cubbedge go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position? #T3#
Nakamura tries to escape but Cubbedge has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Nakamura defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Cubbedge 's arms. #SUB2#
Nakamura fending off the submission attempt from Cubbedge .
Nakamura rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #T4#
Cubbedge wants to take a breather but Nakamura is having none of it. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakamura doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cubbedge .
Cubbedge prevents Nakamura from improving his position.
Cubbedge not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nakamura wants to improve his position but Cubbedge is controlling well.
Cubbedge is trying to control the action in half guard but Nakamura is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
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 Gurizuri Nakamura will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Nakamura misses with a hook. Cubbedge ducked under it nicely.
Cubbedge moves away from the strike by Nakamura.
Nakamura connects with a good right hand that stumbles Cubbedge . Cubbedge circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Cubbedge looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Cubbedge moves out of range as Nakamura strikes.
Nakamura misses with a looping right.
Cubbedge looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nakamura throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Cubbedge stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A decent looking cross lands there for Nakamura.
Nakamura looks to throw the jab but Cubbedge is out of range.
Cubbedge is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nakamura with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nakamura was well out of range. Poor timing from Cubbedge .
Nakamura drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cubbedge sprawls and moves away.
Nakamura is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cubbedge can do to turn this around?
Nakamura just misses with a punch to the body.
A big left from Cubbedge misses.
Nakamura throws a hook but Cubbedge blocks it.#T1#
Cubbedge shoots for a double leg takedown but Nakamura sprawls well. He's pushed Cubbedge 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nakamura misses with a body shot.
Cubbedge slips a straight right by Nakamura.
Cubbedge on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Cubbedge lands a jab.
Cubbedge throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cubbedge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nakamura was well out of range. Poor timing from Cubbedge .
The fighters circling - Nakamura throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cubbedge keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nakamura.
Cubbedge looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nakamura moves in looking to clinch but Cubbedge pushes him off.
A little jabbing left from Cubbedge on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nakamura misses with a double jab
and Cubbedge counters with a left to the body.
Nakamura misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cubbedge . #T2#
Nakamura takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Cubbedge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nakamura moves away.
Cubbedge shoots for a double leg takedown but Nakamura sprawls well. He's pushed Cubbedge 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nakamura scores with a sloppy right hand. Cubbedge should have avoided that one.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nakamura jabs at Cubbedge 's body.
Cubbedge throws a right and a left that Nakamura avoids nicely.
Nakamura feinted with a counter takedown.
Cubbedge avoids the body shot from Nakamura.
Nakamura fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cubbedge manages to avoid it.
Cubbedge throws out a leg kick but Nakamura moves out of range and Cubbedge only half commits.
Nakamura walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Cubbedge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nakamura moves away.
Nakamura feinted with a counter takedown.
Nakamura misses with a looping left.#T3#
Nakamura misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Cubbedge was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Cubbedge throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nakamura takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Cubbedge avoids the body shot from Nakamura.
Cubbedge is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nakamura with a body shot.
Cubbedge misses the shot to the body.
Cubbedge tries to move into range but Nakamura moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nakamura. Cubbedge does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circling - Cubbedge throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nakamura falls off balance throwing a combination
and Cubbedge counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Cubbedge misses with a looping right.
Nakamura drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cubbedge sprawls and moves away.
Cubbedge keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Cubbedge cracks Nakamura with an open hand slap.
Nakamura keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nakamura comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nakamura misses with a wild body shot.
Cubbedge jabs Nakamura right on the nose. Nakamura blinks but takes it well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Cubbedge misses.
Cubbedge takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Cubbedge avoids the body shot from Nakamura.
Cubbedge throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nakamura lands a jab.
Nakamura misses with a body shot.
Nakamura uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cubbedge .
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 Gurizuri Nakamura will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Nakamura lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Nakamura.
Nakamura ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cubbedge slips a straight right by Nakamura.
Gurizuri Nakamura is winning the standup battle so far.
Nakamura misses with a body shot.
Nakamura throws a sloppy body shot
and Cubbedge counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cubbedge has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Cubbedge lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nakamura circles away quickly and effectively.
Nakamura lands a jab to the nose.
Cubbedge misses the jab.
Cubbedge misses with an uppercut. Nakamura saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Cubbedge misses.
Cubbedge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nakamura attempts a counter takedown but Cubbedge avoids it well and moves away.
Nakamura swings for the body but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Nakamura looks to land a combination but Cubbedge avoids it well. #T1#
Cubbedge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nakamura was well out of range. Poor timing from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cubbedge . Nakamura does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cubbedge misses with a low kick as Nakamura jumps back.
Cubbedge throws a leg kick but Nakamura sees it coming and moves out of range.
Nakamura half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nakamura but Nakamura pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Nakamura misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cubbedge .
Nakamura ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nakamura misses the shot to the body.
Cubbedge throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nakamura lands a nice shot that snaps Cubbedge 's head back. #T2#
Cubbedge misses with a two punch combination.
Cubbedge just misses with a punch to the body.
Cubbedge looks to land a combination but Nakamura avoids it well.
Cubbedge throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cubbedge misses with a two punch combination.
Cubbedge stuns Nakamura with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cubbedge fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nakamura half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Cubbedge takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Nakamura shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Cubbedge 's guard.
Nakamura distracts Cubbedge with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Cubbedge trying to control the position. #T3#
Nakamura with a nice head shot there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nakamura scoring with punches to the head and body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nakamura throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cubbedge works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gurizuri Nakamura overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Cubbedge is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nakamura lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for a guillotine here but Nakamura defends easily.
Cubbedge is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Nakamura postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Nakamura with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for a triangle here but Nakamura uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Nakamura scoring with punches from side control.
Billy Cubbedge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nakamura lands a nice forearm strike.
You can see the frustration on Cubbedge 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gurizuri Nakamura is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nakamura controlling the position from side mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gurizuri Nakamura showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Nakamura 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gurizuri Nakamura!

Event: GC 414 Keji vs. Son
Date: Jan 22, 2022

#R1#
Coooie Cobber tries to clinch there but Cubbedge circles away.
Cubbedge connects with a crisp jab.
Coooie Cobber slips a jab from Cubbedge .#TD#
Cubbedge scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Coooie Cobber tries to roll over but Cubbedge keeps him under control.
Cubbedge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Coooie Cobber keeps working.
We've been hearing that Cubbedge has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Coooie Cobber looks like he's trying to stand up.
Still in half guard, Cubbedge seems content to control.
Coooie Cobber 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coooie Cobber is refusing to be controlled, as Cubbedge sits in half guard.
Cubbedge is pressing down on Coooie Cobber's thigh, looking to free his foot. Coooie Cobber is holding on for now.
Coooie Cobber is looking to control Cubbedge 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Coooie Cobber avoid being mounted?#T1#
Cubbedge with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Coooie Cobber tries to kick Cubbedge off but Cubbedge keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Cubbedge scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Coooie Cobber pushes Cubbedge off looking to stand but Cubbedge dives back in and keeps control.
Still in half guard, Cubbedge seems content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Cubbedge seems to be working for a kimura but Coooie Cobber defends the submission attempt.
Cubbedge seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Coooie Cobber is looking for a sweep. Cubbedge is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Cubbedge is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Coooie Cobber is just riding it out for now. Cubbedge eventually gives up the hold.
Cubbedge controlling the action here.
Coooie Cobber trying to control here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cubbedge throws a shot from downtown. Coooie Cobber moves away and avoids it.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Cubbedge . #T3##SUB#
Cubbedge is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Coooie Cobber is trying to escape and Cubbedge transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Coooie Cobber is forced to tap! Nice work there by Cubbedge ! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Cubbedge !
Andy Coooie Cobber spoke after the fight, saying 'HELL WITH ALL U WANKERS'.

Event: GC 409 Pellegrini vs. Wobble
Date: Dec 18, 2021

#R1#
Cubbedge takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
King shoots in for a double leg but Cubbedge sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
King fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nice uppercut lands for King. That snapped Cubbedge 's head back.
King looks to land a left hand but Cubbedge moved out of range nicely.
Cubbedge 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and King connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Cubbedge scrambles back to his feet.
King fails with the takedown.
Billy Cubbedge has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of African King.
King throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
King tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
King tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Cubbedge swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King throws a head kick but Cubbedge moves out of range.
King misses with a takedown
and Cubbedge counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL2#
King takes the fight into the clinch.
King prevents a takedown attempt there. #T1#
Cubbedge prevents the takedown attempt.
Cubbedge is trying to drag King to the mat but King just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
King is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but King blocks it with crossed arms.
Cubbedge stalling in the clinch.
King tries to throw a body punch but Cubbedge avoids it by throwing King back against the cage. #TD2#
King drags the fight down to the ground.
Cubbedge is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
King is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
King looking to control. #T2#
Cubbedge content to stall in guard here.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but King keeps moving.
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
King controls Cubbedge momentarily but Cubbedge frees himself.
King has Cubbedge pulled in close to control his posture.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge 's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
King misses with an uppercut #CL#
and Cubbedge counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
King blocks the elbow strike. #TD#
Cubbedge turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Cubbedge manages to end up in side control.
King manages to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but King does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
King on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Cubbedge landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #CUT#It looks like African King has been cut.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but King is defending well.
Cubbedge controlling the action here.
King wants to control but Cubbedge passes into side.
King is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Cubbedge tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Cubbedge is staying tight to King's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SUB#
Cubbedge has hold of King's arm. He's looking for a kimura. King seems comfortable defending it but Cubbedge has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! King is real pain and he's forced to tap out! King is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Cubbedge couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Billy Cubbedge !

Event: GC 405
Date: Nov 20, 2021

#R1#
Cubbedge throws a hook but Ragnaar avoids it easily.
Ragnaar scores with a jab. Cubbedge acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nils Ragnaar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ragnaar misses with a body shot
and Cubbedge counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cubbedge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ragnaar throws a hook but Cubbedge blocks it.
Cubbedge avoids a kick to the body.
Ragnaar avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ragnaar half committed to a counter leg kick.
Ragnaar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cubbedge .
Ragnaar throws a sloppy head kick and Cubbedge moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ragnaar chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ragnaar throws a leg kick but Cubbedge moved away.
Ragnaar misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
Ragnaar throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ragnaar jabs Cubbedge right on the nose. Cubbedge blinks but takes it well.
Ragnaar buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ragnaar misses with a looping left.
Ragnaar throws out a leg kick but Cubbedge moves out of range and Ragnaar only half commits.
Ragnaar fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Cubbedge .
Cubbedge jabs Ragnaar to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ragnaar with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Cubbedge works over Ragnaar's head and body with a nice combination.
A head kick misses from Ragnaar.
Cubbedge throws a body shot but no joy.
Cubbedge lands a nice shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ragnaar throws a body punch but Cubbedge moves out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Ragnaar. #T2##TD2#
Cubbedge closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ragnaar did well to prevent Cubbedge getting side control.
Cubbedge trying to control from half guard but Ragnaar is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Cubbedge seems to be looking for submissions.
Cubbedge throwing shots but Ragnaar is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Cubbedge wants to work for an arm triangle but Ragnaar is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Cubbedge works his foot free and advances to mount. #T3#
Ragnaar blocking the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Cubbedge goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Ragnaar is on top in guard. #SUB2#
Ragnaar avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Cubbedge is trying to keep Ragnaar in close. #T4#
Cubbedge tries to strike from the bottom.
Cubbedge manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ragnaar manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Ragnaar looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ragnaar is trying to control the position but Cubbedge postures up.
Ragnaar keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Cubbedge 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Billy Cubbedge will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Ragnaar ducks right into an uppercut from Cubbedge .
A left lands for Ragnaar.#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ragnaar cracks Cubbedge with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ragnaar.
Ragnaar misses with a wild body shot.
Ragnaar slips a straight right by Cubbedge .
Ragnaar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cubbedge moves away.
Cubbedge looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
It looks like Ragnaar has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge throws a big shot that misses.
Cubbedge on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ragnaar. Ragnaar obviously looking to wear him down.
Ragnaar avoids the body shot from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T1#
Cubbedge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ragnaar was well out of range. Poor timing from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The fighters circling - Cubbedge throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cubbedge fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
An attempted straight right counter from Ragnaar misses the target.
Ragnaar stuns Cubbedge with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Cubbedge missing with a left hand there. Ragnaar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cubbedge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ragnaar moves away.
Cubbedge throws a series of punches but Ragnaar avoids them all with ease.
Ragnaar throws a nice outside leg kick.
A low kick lands for Ragnaar.
Ragnaar lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
An inside leg kick from Ragnaar misses.
Cubbedge 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Ragnaar closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ragnaar lands with a right hand. #T2#
Ragnaar shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Cubbedge walks into a straight right hand from Ragnaar.
Ragnaar moves away from the strike by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ragnaar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good standup being displayed there by Ragnaar as he connects with a hook.
Ragnaar scores with a crisp jab that stopped Cubbedge in his tracks.
Cubbedge looks to clinch
and Ragnaar connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cubbedge takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cubbedge ! But no joy.
Cubbedge throws an overhand right that lands on Ragnaar's shoulder, as Ragnaar tries to avoid the shot.
Cubbedge misses with a few strikes there.
Ragnaar connects with a single shot there.#ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!
Ragnaar with a nice calf kick.#T3#
Ragnaar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ragnaar just misses with a punch to the body.
Ragnaar misses with a wild body shot.
Ragnaar misses with a hook. Cubbedge ducked under it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Cubbedge on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ragnaar ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nils Ragnaar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice uppercut lands for Cubbedge . That snapped Ragnaar's head back.
Ragnaar lands a body shot.
Cubbedge throws a looping overhand right but Ragnaar ducks down to avoid it.
Ragnaar on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ragnaar on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ragnaar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cubbedge .
Ragnaar takes a jab right on the kisser.
Ragnaar misses with a body kick.
Cubbedge throws out a counter right but Ragnaar avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Ragnaar throws a head kick that misses.
Cubbedge feints a counter leg kick.
Ragnaar connects with the punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ragnaar lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Cubbedge throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ragnaar's waist but Ragnaar gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Cubbedge off to one side.
Ragnaar throws out a loose jab but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cubbedge takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Cubbedge tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ragnaar paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ragnaar. That's going to slow Cubbedge down.
Ragnaar on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ragnaar works the jab nicely.
Ragnaar thuds his right hand into Cubbedge 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ragnaar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A nice side step and Cubbedge releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ragnaar darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nils Ragnaar dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Cubbedge looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ragnaar scores with a jab.
Ragnaar connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ragnaar throws a chopping leg kick but Cubbedge manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Cubbedge misses the shot to the body.
Ragnaar darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ragnaar throws a solid leg kick but Cubbedge takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ragnaar.
Ragnaar scores with a sloppy right hand. Cubbedge should have avoided that one.
Cubbedge misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnaar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cubbedge takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A lazy left from Ragnaar finds it's target.
Ragnaar misses with a leg kick.
Cubbedge throws out a loose jab but Ragnaar uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Ragnaar misses with a low kick.
Cubbedge avoids a kick to the body.
A little jabbing left from Cubbedge on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ragnaar misses with a looping left.
Cubbedge walks into a jab.
Ragnaar misses with a head kick.
Nice defenses there by Ragnaar.
A big left from Cubbedge misses.
Cubbedge tries to clinch but Ragnaar is having none of it.
Ragnaar throws a sloppy head kick and Cubbedge moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cubbedge ! But no joy.
Cubbedge tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice body punch from Ragnaar.
Ragnaar throws the kick towards the body but Cubbedge avoids it.
Nils Ragnaar is winning the standup battle so far.
Cubbedge throws a shot to the body. #T2#
Ragnaar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cubbedge has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Cubbedge misses with a wild body shot.
Ragnaar is looking to land body kicks.
Ragnaar misses with a body shot.
Cubbedge misses the shot to the body.
Cubbedge fails to land with a series of punches.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ragnaar uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ragnaar throws a big shot that misses.
Cubbedge missing with a left hand there. Ragnaar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cubbedge tries a low kick but Ragnaar avoids it.
Cubbedge throws a looping overhand right but Ragnaar ducks down to avoid it.
Ragnaar throws a quick counter head kick but Cubbedge was just out of range.#T3#
Ragnaar throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ragnaar cracks Cubbedge with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ragnaar lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ragnaar.
Ragnaar cracks Cubbedge with a right hand to the side of the head.
Cubbedge takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Cubbedge moves out of range of the body kick from Ragnaar.
Ragnaar misses with the body kick
enabling Cubbedge to counter with a crisp jab.
Ragnaar staying out of range there.
Cubbedge blocks a head kick by Ragnaar.
Ragnaar chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ragnaar scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cubbedge lands a really nice looking cross but Ragnaar seems unphased.
Ragnaar lands with a thumping leg kick. #T4#
Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ragnaar.
Ragnaar scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ragnaar tries to land a front kick but Cubbedge steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Cubbedge takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ragnaar is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cubbedge can do to turn this around?
Cubbedge throws a leg kick but Ragnaar moved away.
Ragnaar with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A big left from Cubbedge misses.
Ragnaar fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Cubbedge .
Cubbedge has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ragnaar finds it's way round the side to connect with Cubbedge 's head.
Ragnaar jabs at Cubbedge 's body.
Cubbedge throws a body shot but no joy.
Cubbedge tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Cubbedge throws a poor cross that misses
and Ragnaar counters with a nice uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nils Ragnaar showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ragnaar 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: GC 400
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1#
Ape scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Ape with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cubbedge swings for the body but Ape moves out of range.
Ape misses with a looping left.
A lazy left from Cubbedge finds it's target.
Cubbedge shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ape defends it nicely.
Ape tried to counter with a leg kick but Cubbedge avoided it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ape defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cubbedge .
Ape fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cubbedge manages to avoid it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ape looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Ape fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cubbedge manages to avoid it.
Nice cross by Cubbedge .#CL#
Ape has Cubbedge up against the cage in a clinch.
Ape makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Cubbedge throws an elbow that misses.
Ape missing with knees to the body.
Cubbedge missing with knees to the body.
Ape working aggressively here.
Cubbedge landing knees to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Grey Ape has been cut.
Ape avoiding damage as Cubbedge throws knees to the body.
Ape tries a body shot but Cubbedge blocks it.
Ape lands a left hand.
Ape slows down the pace here.
Cubbedge tries to land knees in the clinch but Ape avoids the damage to the body. #T2#
Ape taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ape scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ape lands a nice knee to the body. #TD2#
Cubbedge turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Cubbedge manages to end up in side control.
Ape is looking to reverse the position.
Cubbedge wants to control but Ape is keeping him busy.
Ape tries to buck Cubbedge off but Cubbedge is having none of it.
Cubbedge working away.#SUB2#
Cubbedge working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Cubbedge working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T3#
Cubbedge trying to control the position but Ape is working away. #SUB2#
Cubbedge working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ape wants to control but Cubbedge postures up.
Cubbedge prevents Ape from escaping the position.
Ape manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Cubbedge is trying to maintain the position but Ape is very close to passing his half guard.
Ape passes the guard and advances to mount! #T4#
Cubbedge is squirming around, avoiding Ape's attempts to control the action.
Ape takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ape trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Cubbedge bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grey Ape dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ape scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Ape lands a really nice looking cross but Cubbedge seems unphased.
Cubbedge lands a nice looking body shot.
Cubbedge lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've been told by Ape's head coaches at The Lab that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A head kick by Ape misses
and Cubbedge counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ape thinking.
Cubbedge keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge checks a leg kick.
Cubbedge rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ape counters with a slapping leg kick.
Cubbedge blocks a jab.
A nice side step and Cubbedge releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Ape lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Cubbedge circles away quickly and effectively.
Cubbedge appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ape moves out of range as Cubbedge strikes.
Cubbedge throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ape.
Ape connects with a good right hand that stumbles Cubbedge . Cubbedge circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ape misses the shot to the body.
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ape appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ape missing with a left hand there. Cubbedge was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cubbedge looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ape lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cubbedge shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ape pinned against the cage. Ape gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
Cubbedge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Grey Ape is winning the standup battle so far.
Ape walks into a left hand.
Ape looks to land a right hand but Cubbedge moved out of range.
Cubbedge throws a counter combo.
Cubbedge throws a hook to the side of Ape's head but Ape sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cubbedge swinging wildly here.
Ape misses with the combination. #T3#
Cubbedge throws a jab when Ape was well out of range.
Ape seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Cubbedge is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ape.
Ape listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL#
Ape gets a clinch.
Cubbedge is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ape is defending well for now.
Cubbedge blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ape will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Cubbedge up against the cage.
Cubbedge blocks an uppercut.
Ape throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cubbedge s head.
Ape lands with a short punch from the clinch. #ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!
Ape stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T4#
Cubbedge tries for a takedown. No joy.
Grey Ape has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
Cubbedge wants a takedown.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ape.
Cubbedge on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Cubbedge letting Ape take a breather here.
Grey Ape has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Cubbedge has Ape pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ape manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Ape stops a takedown attempt from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge is trying to drag Ape to the mat but Ape just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cubbedge wants a takedown but no success here.
The referee is keeping an eye on Ape - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Ape tries to land knees in the clinch but Cubbedge avoids the damage to the body.
Cubbedge trying to stall but Ape improves his position.
Ape content to slow the pace in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grey Ape dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Ape throws a big shot that misses.
Nice cross by Ape.
Cubbedge is still on wobbly legs! Can Ape finish him?
Cubbedge throws out a loose jab but Ape uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cubbedge seems to have recovered his senses.
Cubbedge scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ape in his tracks.
Ape checks a low kick from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Ape wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ape fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge checks the leg kick nicely there.
Cubbedge fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ape manages to avoid it.
Ape throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T1#
Ape takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Cubbedge lands a nice hook to Ape's body. Ape takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ape.
Ape moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Cubbedge misses the shot to the body.
Ape missing with a left hand there. Cubbedge was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cubbedge throws a right and a left that Ape avoids nicely.
Ape connects with a body shot that sends Cubbedge 's belly button to the back.
A slow jab from Cubbedge misses its intended target.
As Cubbedge looks to move away, Ape throws a big counter combo but Cubbedge just gets out of the way.#T2#
Cubbedge lands a really nice looking cross but Ape seems unphased.
Cubbedge thows a leg kick but Ape checks it
letting Ape counter with a right hand.
Ape scores with a sloppy right hand. Cubbedge should have avoided that one. #CUT#That has opened up Billy Cubbedge 's cut even more.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Cubbedge tries for a takedown but Ape manages to get underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ape.
Ape is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Ape lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Cubbedge or not.
Cubbedge takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ape misses with a knee to the head.
Ape is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Ape lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Ape tries to stall but Cubbedge uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ape fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cubbedge tries for a takedown but Ape manages to get underhooks.
Ape missing with knees to the body.
Cubbedge lands an elbow inside.
Ape is trying to maintain a safe position but Cubbedge gets an underhook and turns Ape into the cage.
Ape slowing the pace effectively.
Cubbedge is looking to take this one to the mat.
Grey Ape has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
Ape tries to stall but Cubbedge uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A knee to the head by Ape.
Ape stops a takedown attempt from Cubbedge .
Ape lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ape tries to stall but Cubbedge uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Cubbedge 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ape scores with a shot to the side of Cubbedge 's head. #T4#
Cubbedge trying to land knees to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from Ape.
A head punch on the inside from Ape fails to land.
Ape is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cubbedge can do to turn this around?
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Ape looking to stall.
Ape misses with a short punch on the inside.
Billy Cubbedge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Grey Ape is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cubbedge manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Cubbedge tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ape avoids it.
Cubbedge swings away with an uppercut that misses.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Grey Ape!
A relieved looking Grey Ape 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: Floyd vs Menshikov
Date: Sep 04, 2021

#R1#
Yew misses with a head kick.
Yew slips under a jab from Cubbedge .
Yew tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Cubbedge let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Yew misses with the combination.
It seemed like Cubbedge was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Yew throws a head kick that misses.
Yew thows a left - swing and a miss!
Yew takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Yew takes a jab right on the kisser.
Yew misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Yew throws a body punch but Cubbedge moves out of range.
A slow jab from Cubbedge misses its intended target.
Cubbedge bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Yef Yew has been cut.
A big right from Yew misses.
Cubbedge appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cubbedge throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Yew takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T1#
Yew throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cubbedge looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cubbedge moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Yew misses with a straight left.
A nice side step and Cubbedge releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Yew displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cubbedge throws out the jab.
Yew connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Cubbedge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Cubbedge misses its intended target.
Cubbedge ducks under a wild hook from Yew.
Yew pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Cubbedge back to the cage. Yew follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!
Cubbedge looks to score with a jab to the body but Yew is just out of range.
Cubbedge swings for the body but Yew moves out of range. #KD#
Yew cracks Cubbedge with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Yew has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Cubbedge to stand back up!
Cubbedge is still on wobbly legs! Can Yew finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yew jabs Cubbedge to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Yew jabs at Cubbedge 's body.
Yew connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Cubbedge out cold! This one is over in a flash!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Yef Yew!

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

#R1#
Mamba moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Mamba keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cubbedge looks to land a left hand but Mamba moved out of range nicely.
Mamba dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mamba with a nice calf kick.
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mamba as he jumps to the side.
Mamba feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Cubbedge s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Cubbedge with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mamba throws a good cross that connects.
Mamba keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mamba lands a glancing blow to the side of Cubbedge 's head.#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge throws a jab when Mamba was well out of range.
Mamba lands a jab to Cubbedge 's midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mamba scores with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Mamba.#T1#
Mamba thuds his right hand into Cubbedge 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Cubbedge swinging wildly here.
Mamba bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Cubbedge 's head backwards.
Mamba avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cubbedge throws a jab when Mamba was well out of range.
The fighters circling - Mamba throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
As Mamba backs off Cubbedge throws a huge counter combo but Mamba manages to avoid it all.
Mamba misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Cubbedge throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd cheers as Mamba lands an impressive looking overhand right. Cubbedge doesn't seem phased though.
Mamba misses with a wild combination.
Cubbedge lands with an overhand left.#CUT2#It looks like Black Mamba has been cut.#T2#
Cubbedge fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #KD#
Mamba drops Cubbedge with a beautiful combination! Cubbedge stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Mamba is looking for the KO!#ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mamba steps in with a hook that catches Cubbedge right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Mamba follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Cubbedge looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Black Mamba!
Black Mamba managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, into his post fight interview.

Event: SMASH: Murphy vs Knox
Date: Jul 24, 2021

#R1#
Cubbedge tries to clinch but Yonic moves out of range.
Cubbedge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown but Yonic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Yonic will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Cubbedge looks to throw the jab but Yonic is out of range.
Cubbedge throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yonic catches Cubbedge with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yonic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Yonic working aggressively here.
Yonic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yonic avoiding damage as Cubbedge throws knees to the body.
Yonic misses with a body punch. #T1##TD2#
Cubbedge gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Cubbedge throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Yonic to regain full guard.
Yonic looking for a sweep. Not yet Yonic, not yet.
Cubbedge trying to control but Yonic is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yonic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Yonic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Cubbedge .
Yonic keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Cubbedge throws a big right hand that misses.
Cubbedge sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Yonic's guard.
Cubbedge not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T2#
Yonic is trying to control but can't.
Well, if Cubbedge 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.
Yonic holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Cubbedge wants to control but Yonic is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Yonic has managed to free his arm - good work.
Cubbedge content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Yonic is trying to control but can't. #T3##SUB2#
Cubbedge is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Yonic is looking to improve his position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Yonic looks to throw the jab but Cubbedge is out of range.
Cubbedge waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Yonic.
It looked like Yonic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Cubbedge .
Yonic connects with a body shot.
Cubbedge walks into a left hand.
Yonic throws out a loose jab but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Cubbedge on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Yonic lands a slapping body shot. #T4#
Yonic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cubbedge .
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yonic lands a body shot.
Cubbedge fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Yonic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cubbedge .
Yonic dips to his left and cracks Cubbedge with an uppercut!
Cubbedge misses the shot to the body.
Cubbedge digs a good hook to Yonic's body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cubbedge fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Yonic manages to avoid it.
Cubbedge is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Yonic rather than just go for the knockout.
Yonic takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
That's time! Yonic's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Cubbedge throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yonic dips to his left and cracks Cubbedge with an uppercut!
Cubbedge displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Yonic throws out the jab.
Yonic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cubbedge .
Yonic throwing a counter right hand but Cubbedge manages to avoid it.
Yonic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cubbedge manages to avoid it.
Cubbedge takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Boss Yonic is winning the standup battle so far.
Yonic looks to throw the jab but Cubbedge is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Yonic.
Yonic throwing a counter right hand but Cubbedge manages to avoid it.
Yonic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Cubbedge throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Yonic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Cubbedge throws a nice looking combination but Yonic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD#
Yonic shoots in for a takedown and gets 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. Yonic connects with a nice short shot to Cubbedge 's temple.
Yonic wants to pass to mount but Cubbedge is defending the position.
Yonic scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Yonic works his foot free and advances to mount.
Cubbedge is desperately trying to improve his position but Yonic has a good base and remains in mount.#T2#
Yonic is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Cubbedge can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Boss Yonic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cubbedge gets back to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yonic is pressing down on Cubbedge 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cubbedge is holding on for now.
Cubbedge manages to get to full guard.
Yonic wants to control from the top but Cubbedge keeps moving. #T3#
Cubbedge 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#
Cubbedge controlling the action here.
Cubbedge lands with a punch from half guard.
Cubbedge trying to control from half guard but Yonic is working away.
Yonic trying to control but Cubbedge postures up.
Yonic is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Yonic trying to get back to full guard but Cubbedge takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Cubbedge cracks Yonic with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Cubbedge moves to take his opponent's back.
Yonic is trying to break free. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is working for a rear naked choke. Yonic is not defending it well and Cubbedge has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Yonic refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Yonic's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Billy Cubbedge !
Boss Yonic spoke after the fight, saying 'Oh rats.'.

Event: SMASH: Voronin vs Benn Jr
Date: Jul 03, 2021

#R1#
Cubbedge avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Cubbedge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Burduada No Cranio moves away.
Cubbedge throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A punch combination from Cubbedge misses.
Burduada No Cranio slips a straight right by Cubbedge .
Burduada No Cranio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Burduada No Cranio tries to clinch but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Burduada No Cranio throws a right and a left that Cubbedge avoids nicely.
Jab by Burduada No Cranio.#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Burduada No Cranio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Burduada No Cranio closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Burduada No Cranio with a knee to the head.
Cubbedge trying to control the position but instead, Burduada No Cranio has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cubbedge into the cage.
Burduada No Cranio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Burduada No Cranio misses with a punch on the inside.
Burduada No Cranio landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Burduada No Cranio lands a hook that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards. #TD2#
Cubbedge has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Burduada No Cranio regains guard immediately.
Cubbedge stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burduada No Cranio swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Burduada No Cranio has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Burduada No Cranio is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Cubbedge is controlling him.
Cubbedge postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #ES#
Burduada No Cranio has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Cubbedge off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #CL#
Cubbedge tries to keep at a distance but Burduada No Cranio has taken the fight into the clinch.#T2#
Cubbedge has Burduada No Cranio pressed against the cage, preventing Burduada No Cranio from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Burduada No Cranio landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Burduada No Cranio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Burduada No Cranio is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Burduada No Cranio avoiding damage as Cubbedge throws knees to the body.
Cubbedge goes for a takedown in the clinch but Burduada No Cranio prevents it.
Cubbedge misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Burduada No Cranio.
Burduada No Cranio trying to stall but Cubbedge improves his position.
Burduada No Cranio blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Cubbedge throws a knee to the head but misses.
Still in the clinch, Burduada No Cranio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Cubbedge can't get the takedown.
Cubbedge fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Burduada No Cranio.
Cubbedge misses with a punch to the body.
Burduada No Cranio missing with knees to the body. #T3#
Burduada No Cranio utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Cubbedge looks winded!
Burduada No Cranio fails to pull guard.
Burduada No Cranio utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Burduada No Cranio displaying some good clinch control by pressing Cubbedge up against the cage.
Burduada No Cranio lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Burduada No Cranio scores with a knee to the head. #ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!
Cubbedge swings wildly with an uppercut but Burduada No Cranio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cubbedge is still on wobbly legs! Can Burduada No Cranio finish him?#BC#
Burduada No Cranio's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cubbedge seems to have recovered his senses.
Burduada No Cranio throws a series of punches but Cubbedge avoids them all with ease.
Cubbedge throws a looping overhand right but Burduada No Cranio ducks down to avoid it.
Burduada No Cranio delivers a nice body kick.
Burduada No Cranio connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T4#
Burduada No Cranio ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ricardo Burduada No Cranio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Burduada No Cranio throws a head kick that misses.
Ricardo Burduada No Cranio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burduada No Cranio moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Burduada No Cranio looks to land a combination. Cubbedge sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Burduada No Cranio takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Burduada No Cranio looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Good leg kick by Burduada No Cranio. #CL#
Burduada No Cranio darts in and clinches Cubbedge up against the cage.
Cubbedge tries to score a body lock takedown but Burduada No Cranio shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ricardo Burduada No Cranio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
Burduada No Cranio scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Burduada No Cranio breaks from the clinch.
Burduada No Cranio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Burduada No Cranio wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ricardo Burduada No Cranio dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Burduada No Cranio lands a brutal head kick. Cubbedge looks out on his feet and Burduada No Cranio throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Ricardo Burduada No Cranio!
Ricardo Burduada No Cranio bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: SMASH: Hazlehurst vs Dinklage
Date: Jun 19, 2021

#R1#
Benn Jr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Benn Jr looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Benn Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cubbedge darts in looking for a takedown but Benn Jr gets double underhooks and turns Cubbedge into the cage.
Cubbedge moves out of range of the strikes.
Benn Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A chopping leg kick lands by Benn Jr.
A punch combination from Benn Jr misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge throws a lazy right hand but Benn Jr sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Benn Jr moves forwards but Cubbedge connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Cubbedge drives through and clinches with Benn Jr against the cage. #T1#
Benn Jr stops a takedown attempt from Cubbedge . #TD2#
Cubbedge works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge trying to control but Benn Jr is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Benn Jr is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Benn Jr keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Cubbedge with a flurry of punches that miss.
Cubbedge not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Benn Jr is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T2#
Cubbedge pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Benn Jr is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Cubbedge slips under a jab.
A jab from Benn Jr does it's job there.
Cubbedge shoots in and drives through. Benn Jr sprawls well.
An attempted straight right counter from Benn Jr misses the target.
Nigel Benn Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
A jab from Cubbedge misses.
Cubbedge misses with a combination
and Benn Jr counters with a right hand to the body.
Cubbedge waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Benn Jr.
Benn Jr scores with a shot to the body.
Cubbedge bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cubbedge now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T3#
Cubbedge throws a right hand that misses
and Benn Jr counters with a right hand to the body.
Cubbedge dives in and grabs Benn Jr's left leg, looking for a takedown. Benn Jr pushes down on Cubbedge 's head and hops out.
Benn Jr moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Benn Jr thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cubbedge misses with a low kick.
Benn Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Benn Jr was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Cubbedge .#KD#
Oooooh!!! Benn Jr has knocked Cubbedge down with a huge combo! Benn Jr steps away and waves a wobbly Cubbedge back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Benn Jr flashes Cubbedge a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Cubbedge 's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Cubbedge crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Benn Jr punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nigel Benn Jr!
During a confident post fight interview, Nigel Benn Jr thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SMASH: Steel vs Delsarte
Date: Jun 05, 2021

#R1#
Glanton lands a jab.
Cubbedge scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Glanton throws an overhand right that lands on Cubbedge 's shoulder, as Cubbedge tries to avoid the shot.
Cubbedge showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Glanton. #CL#
Glanton tries to keep at a distance but Cubbedge has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Cubbedge gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Cubbedge is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Cubbedge passes Glanton's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Glanton is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Cubbedge in particular looking to stall.
Glanton trying to control from the bottom. #T1#
Cubbedge seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Cubbedge seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Glanton for as long as he can get away with.#SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Glanton doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cubbedge .
Glanton wants to get back to his feet.
Glanton keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cubbedge lands a nice short elbow.
Still in half guard, Cubbedge seems content to control.
Glanton 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.
Glanton avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Glanton keeps working. #SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but Glanton is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cubbedge to get the leverage.
Cubbedge moves nicely into side control.
You can see the frustration on Glanton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Cubbedge has an Americana. Glanton didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Cubbedge is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Cubbedge hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Billy Cubbedge !

Event: SMASH: Murphy vs Dadaeff
Date: May 29, 2021

#R1#
Cubbedge darts in looking for a takedown but McConnell gets double underhooks and turns Cubbedge into the cage.
Cubbedge has a takedown stuffed.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Cubbedge trying to control but McConnell is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard.
McConnell looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
McConnell working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Cubbedge .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McConnell wants to sweep but no luck.
Cubbedge working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
McConnell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cubbedge is one step ahead there.
McConnell being controlled here, momentarily.
McConnell pulls Cubbedge in to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Cubbedge advances position into side control!
An elbow from Cubbedge crashes against the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge trying to control the action but McConnell is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge in side control, throwing shots but McConnell defends.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Cubbedge taking a breather here.
McConnell tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McConnell manages to work his way to half guard, despite Cubbedge 's best efforts.
Cubbedge passes to full mount!
McConnell is squirming around, avoiding Cubbedge 's attempts to control the action.
Cubbedge throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #T3#
McConnell is squirming around, avoiding Cubbedge 's attempts to control the action.
McConnell holds on to Cubbedge around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.#SUB2#
Cubbedge is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. McConnell can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
McConnell is controlling an arm, preventing Cubbedge from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Cubbedge trying to control but McConnell is having none of it.
McConnell holds on for dear life, controlling Cubbedge 's posture momentarily. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Cubbedge throwing strikes here but McConnell is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
McConnell really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
McConnell takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Cubbedge is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. McConnell can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Cubbedge looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #ROC2#McConnell is rocked!#SUB2#
Cubbedge jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but McConnell manages to avoid the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Cubbedge shoots in and drives through. McConnell sprawls well.#CL#
McConnell drives through and clinches with Cubbedge against the cage.
McConnell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McConnell prevents the takedown attempt.
McConnell misses with a punch to the body.
Cubbedge doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cubbedge tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dalton McConnell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
Cubbedge goes for a takedown in the clinch but McConnell prevents it.
McConnell blocks an uppercut.
Cubbedge tries to work over McConnell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cubbedge tries to work over McConnell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McConnell struggles to land a body shot inside as Cubbedge controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, McConnell scores with a nice short uppercut.
Cubbedge tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. McConnell smiles and moves away.
Dalton McConnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cubbedge closes the distance and clinches up with McConnell, looking for a takedown. Cubbedge pushes McConnell against the cage but McConnell circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
Cubbedge gets tackled into the cage by McConnell. McConnell maintains the clinch.
Cubbedge lands an elbow inside that McConnell shrugs off.
McConnell tries to throw a body punch but Cubbedge avoids it by throwing McConnell back against the cage. #T1#
Cubbedge jumps guard but McConnell stands there with Cubbedge around his waist. Cubbedge gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Cubbedge lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Cubbedge leaning against his opponent.
McConnell tries to throw a body punch but Cubbedge avoids it by throwing McConnell back against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from McConnell.
McConnell lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Cubbedge 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice right hand lands inside from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge prevents a body shot from McConnell.
McConnell throws a punch but it's blocked by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge stalling against the cage.
Still in the clinch, McConnell scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dalton McConnell has scored more points in the clinch so far.
McConnell lands a body punch.
McConnell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cubbedge missing with knees to the body. #T2#
McConnell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Our sources have told us that McConnell has been working on his elbows in the gym.
McConnell makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McConnell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cubbedge tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. McConnell just stands there and leans against the cage.
Cubbedge swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McConnell lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards.
Cubbedge is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McConnell is defending well for now.#TD2#
Cubbedge gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Cubbedge thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
McConnell trying to control but Cubbedge postures up. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Cubbedge misses with a head shot. McConnell uses the momentum to regain guard. #T3#
McConnell wants to sweep but no luck.
McConnell keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Cubbedge might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control McConnell haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
McConnell 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#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Cubbedge is trying to maintain the position but McConnell is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McConnell prevents Cubbedge from improving his position.
Cubbedge wants to get back to full guard but McConnell has passed into side control.
McConnell taking a breather here.
McConnell's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dalton McConnell dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
McConnell is looking to clinch.
Nice straight punches there by Cubbedge . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Cubbedge .
McConnell leaves Cubbedge with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McConnell throws a shot to the body.
McConnell leaves Cubbedge with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Cubbedge tries to close the distance and clinch but McConnell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
McConnell has managed to clinch.
A short right from McConnell on the inside.
McConnell tries a body shot but Cubbedge blocks it.
Nice body punch from McConnell - that landed with a thud.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge jumps guard but McConnell stands there with Cubbedge around his waist. Cubbedge gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Dalton McConnell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
McConnell pushes off an throws an elbow but Cubbedge leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Cubbedge has McConnell pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. McConnell manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
McConnell struggles to land a body shot inside as Cubbedge controls his hands.
Cubbedge lands with a short shot to the head. #T1#
Cubbedge tries to pull guard but McConnell forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
McConnell misses with some punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McConnell.
Cubbedge takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McConnell on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McConnell stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
McConnell lands a body shot.
McConnell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McConnell lands a nice uppercut.
McConnell tries to work over Cubbedge 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McConnell is working Cubbedge over against the cage.
McConnell using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Cubbedge has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
McConnell works on Cubbedge 's body with a couple of short punches.
McConnell scores with a shoulder strike.
McConnell lands a hook that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards.
Cubbedge is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables McConnell to keep the fight standing.
McConnell lands with a left to the head.
Cubbedge tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T2#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from McConnell.
A short body shot lands from McConnell as the two fighters clinch.
McConnell creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Cubbedge 's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McConnell lands a body shot.
McConnell lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!
McConnell misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cubbedge is still on wobbly legs! Can McConnell finish him?
McConnell softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
McConnell stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
McConnell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cubbedge can do to turn this around?
McConnell throws a big uppercut that drops Cubbedge ! More strikes from McConnell and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Cubbedge lies dazed against the cage as McConnell celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dalton McConnell!
Dalton McConnell tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: SMASH: Edmond vs Rogers
Date: May 16, 2021

#R1#
Armstrong waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cubbedge .
Cubbedge shoots in but no luck this time.
Armstrong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Armstrong connects with an inside leg kick.
Armstrong misses the shot to the body.
Armstrong misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Cubbedge looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Armstrong wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping busy.
Cubbedge wants to take a breather but Armstrong is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge is really struggling to control Armstrong but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Armstrong trying to control but Cubbedge postures up.
Cubbedge thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Armstrong's head. #T1#
Cubbedge is trying to control. Armstrong wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Armstrong wants to improve his position but Cubbedge is controlling well.
Cubbedge wants to control but Armstrong is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Armstrong is trying to get back to full guard.
Armstrong trying to hold on to Cubbedge 's head to control him but Cubbedge postures up.
Cubbedge seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Armstrong does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Cubbedge controlling the pace. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Cubbedge gets a takedown into half guard.
Armstrong is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Cubbedge sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Armstrong defending well though.
Armstrong is looking to escape.
Armstrong is trying to get back to full guard.
Armstrong manages to get to full guard.
Armstrong trying to keep a closed guard but Cubbedge is proving a slippery customer.
Cubbedge makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3#
Cubbedge being controlled here momentarily.
Cubbedge postures up.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Armstrong keeps moving.
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard.
Cubbedge won't allow Armstrong to sweep him here.
Armstrong is trying to control the position but Cubbedge postures up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Cubbedge is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Westside Martial Arts that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Armstrong is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Cubbedge has taken the fight to the clinch.
Cubbedge is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Armstrong gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Armstrong wants to break the clinch but can't.
Cubbedge prevents Armstrong from breaking the clinch.
Cubbedge has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Armstrong avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#TD#
Cubbedge ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Cubbedge no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a triangle but Armstrong pushes his legs off easily.
Cubbedge looking to control but Armstrong passes into half guard.
Cubbedge trying to control from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cubbedge is refusing to be controlled, as Armstrong sits in half guard.
Armstrong is figuring out what he wants to do next.
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 Billy Cubbedge will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Cubbedge closes the distance but Armstrong moves to the side
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#CL#
Armstrong tries to keep at a distance but Cubbedge has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Armstrong breaks from the clinch.
Cubbedge misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Armstrong throws the left hand but Cubbedge avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Cubbedge gets a takedown into half guard.

Armstrong makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong just misses with a punch to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Armstrong swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Armstrong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cubbedge tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Armstrong counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Cubbedge staying out of range there.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Cubbedge is defended easily by Armstrong.
Armstrong is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Cubbedge rather than just go for the knockout.#CL#
Cubbedge has managed to clinch.
Armstrong scores with a hook to the body.
Cubbedge stalling in the clinch but Armstrong improves position.
Cubbedge fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cubbedge blocks an uppercut.
Armstrong prevents a body shot from Cubbedge .
A head punch on the inside from Armstrong fails to land. #BC2#
Armstrong breaks from the clinch.
Cubbedge shoots and misses
letting Armstrong counter with a right hand.
Armstrong stuffs the takedown attempt from Cubbedge . Cubbedge gets slowly back to his feet. #T2#
Armstrong scores with a jab to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.#TD#
Cubbedge drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Armstrong is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Cubbedge dives into side control. #REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Armstrong looks to move to half guard but instead Cubbedge has passed into mount! Damn!#SUB#
Cubbedge is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Armstrong has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Cubbedge misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Armstrong really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Armstrong tries to hold on but Cubbedge pushes him away. #T3#
Armstrong trying desperately to get to his feet.
Cubbedge throwing strikes here but Armstrong is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Cubbedge content just to control the position here.
Cubbedge scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Armstrong is looking to improve his position but Cubbedge isn't that keen on the idea.
Cubbedge won't let Armstrong get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #SUB#
Cubbedge looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Cubbedge thowing shots but they're missing.
Cubbedge throws a strike there. Armstrong manages to avoid it well and slips a leg under to get to half guard. #T4#
Cubbedge not doing much here.
Armstrong manages to get to full guard.
Cubbedge 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.
Armstrong trying to control the position.
Armstrong is looking to stand up but Cubbedge isn't so interested in that idea.
Armstrong keeping full guard, as Cubbedge tries to pass.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Armstrong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Tim Armstrong will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Cubbedge wants to clinch.#TD#
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Armstrong napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Armstrong tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Armstrong holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Cubbedge tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Armstrong is squirming around, avoiding Cubbedge 's attempts to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong is working to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1#
Armstrong is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Cubbedge controlling from mount.
Armstrong regains half guard.
Cubbedge prevents Armstrong from standing back up.
Cubbedge prevents Armstrong from improving his position.
Armstrong on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Cubbedge sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Armstrong defending well though.
Armstrong tries to get to full guard but Cubbedge has control of the leg.
Armstrong trying to control but Cubbedge postures up. #T2#
Cubbedge not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Cubbedge slows the pace down in half guard.
Cubbedge is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Armstrong is trying to control but Cubbedge manages to pass to mount!
Cubbedge content just to control the position here. #T3#
Armstrong is squirming around, avoiding Cubbedge 's attempts to control the action.
Billy Cubbedge overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Armstrong really wants to buck Cubbedge off and get back to his feet.
Armstrong is desperately trying to improve his position but Cubbedge has a good base and remains in mount.
Cubbedge putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#SUB#
Armstrong defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Cubbedge .
Armstrong really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Cubbedge looking to finish with strikes here!
You get the feeling that Armstrong really doesn't like being in this position too much. #T4#
Cubbedge avoids the attempt from Armstrong to control.
Cubbedge lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Cubbedge lands with some strikes.
Armstrong is trying to escape the mount.
Cubbedge tries to control but Armstrong wriggling away.
Cubbedge takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Armstrong tries to hold on but Cubbedge pushes him away.
Cubbedge raining down shots from the mount!

And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Cubbedge showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Cubbedge 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Billy Cubbedge !

Event: TC 18 Mil $ GP vol 3.2
Date: Dec 12, 2020

#R1#
Carnera checks a leg kick nicely.
Cubbedge fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Cubbedge feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Carnera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cubbedge won't allow Carnera to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge content to stall in guard here.
Cubbedge stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Carnera swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Carnera preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Carnera keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Cubbedge tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Cubbedge clinches up with Carnera and pushes him back against the cage.
Carnera lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Cubbedge working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Carnera lands with a right to the head.
Carnera looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Cubbedge blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Knees to the body from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge blocks an elbow strike.
Carnera lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards.
Carnera lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards. #BC#
Carnera escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cubbedge 's coach down at LA Wellness Centre was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Cubbedge 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Mauro Carnera is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Carnera keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Carnera misses with a wild body shot.
Cubbedge shoots in but Carnera avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge tries to score a power double leg takedown but Carnera sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Cubbedge somewhat.
Mauro Carnera has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
Carnera defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cubbedge .
Carnera misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Cubbedge moves into the clinch successfully.
Cubbedge can't find room to land a body shot as Carnera controls the action.
Cubbedge is looking to take this one to the mat.
Carnera blocks the elbow strike.
Cubbedge blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Carnera working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Cubbedge .#T3#
Carnera lands with a short shot to the head.
Cubbedge tries for a takedown but Carnera manages to get underhooks.
Carnera prevents the takedown attempt.
A shot in the inside from Carnera.
Carnera misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cubbedge fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Carnera stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Cubbedge blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Carnera misses with a hook to the ribs.
Carnera struggles to land a body shot inside as Cubbedge controls his hands.
Cubbedge is trying to maintain a safe position but Carnera gets an underhook and turns Cubbedge into the cage.
Carnera struggles to land a body shot inside as Cubbedge controls his hands.
Carnera working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#TD2#
Cubbedge gets control of Carnera's arms and successfully pulls guard. Cubbedge will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T4#
Cubbedge trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Cubbedge working for submissions but it's allowed Carnera to get to half guard.
Carnera tries to stand but can't do so whilst Cubbedge controls his leg. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for a kimura from the bottom but Carnera passes into side control!
Cubbedge tries to improve position but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mauro Carnera 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#
Cubbedge misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Carnera throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Carnera defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cubbedge .
Carnera is looking to counter punch.
Carnera throws out a leg kick but Cubbedge moves out of range and Carnera only half commits.
Carnera throws a leg kick but Cubbedge sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Cubbedge moves out of range as Carnera strikes.
Carnera stuffs the takedown.
Mauro Carnera has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Cubbedge is defended easily by Carnera.
Cubbedge misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge tries for a takedown but Carnera circles away easily
and Carnera counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cubbedge misses with a takedown attempt - Carnera sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Carnera.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Cubbedge is defended easily by Carnera.
Cubbedge is trying hard to land a takedown here. Carnera sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Cubbedge goes for a double leg but Carnera avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Carnera continues to drive forward.
Cubbedge is breathing heavily.
Cubbedge moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Carnera motions for Cubbedge to come forward. Carnera throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Cubbedge .
Carnera is looking to counter punch.
Cubbedge is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Carnera as Cubbedge shoots in.
Carnera misses with a double jab.
Cubbedge misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T2#
Cubbedge is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #TD2#
Cubbedge throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Carnera was covering up waiting for the punch and Cubbedge finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cubbedge throws a big elbow that misses.
Cubbedge working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Carnera keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully. #ES#
Carnera has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Cubbedge has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Cubbedge blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cubbedge . #BC#
Carnera pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Cubbedge tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Carnera dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Cubbedge . That did some damage!
A looping hook to the body misses from Carnera. Cubbedge does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cubbedge fails in his attempt to clinch.
Carnera throws a nice outside leg kick.
Cubbedge shoots in and drives through. Carnera sprawls well.
Carnera is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cubbedge can do to turn this around?
Cubbedge tries for a takedown but Carnera sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Carnera fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Cubbedge looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Carnera connects with a jab.
Cubbedge looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Carnera lands a head kick. Cubbedge smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Carnera fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Cubbedge has his takedown stuffed
and Carnera cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Cubbedge tries to clinch up.
Carnera misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cubbedge blocks a low kick nicely.
Cubbedge has his takedown stuffed
and Carnera counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cubbedge closes the distance and clinches up with Carnera, looking for a takedown. Cubbedge pushes Carnera against the cage but Carnera circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A quick step to the side and Carnera tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#TD2#
Carnera tries to sprawl but Cubbedge drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Carnera is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.#SUB2#
Cubbedge looking for a submission but Carnera manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Carnera keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mauro Carnera 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#
Cubbedge fails with the takedown.
Carnera was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cubbedge tries to clinch but Carnera moves out of range.
Cubbedge with a lazy takedown attempt
and Carnera counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cubbedge shoots in for a double leg but Carnera sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Carnera throwing a counter right hand but Cubbedge manages to avoid it.
Mauro Carnera has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Cubbedge .
Cubbedge closes the distance looking to clinch
and Carnera counters with a straight right hand.
Carnera misses with a head kick.
Cubbedge tries for a takedown but Carnera sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Cubbedge fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Carnera tries to avoid it but Cubbedge manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Carnera to the ground. Carnera escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Carnera looks to score with a jab to the body but Cubbedge is just out of range.
Carnera takes a swing at Cubbedge 's ribcage but misses.
Cubbedge takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Carnera lands with an overhand left.
Mauro Carnera is winning the standup battle so far.
Carnera lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cubbedge 's sensitive parts. #T1#
Cubbedge closes the distance but Carnera moves to the side
and Carnera counters with a straight right hand.
Carnera tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cubbedge shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Carnera defends it nicely.
Carnera looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Jab, jab by Cubbedge - just one landing.
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Carnera sprawls well. Carnera wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Cubbedge gets slowly back to his feet.
Carnera keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Carnera swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
An inside leg kick from Carnera misses. #T2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Carnera. That's going to slow Cubbedge down.
Cubbedge looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Carnera is fending him off so far but Cubbedge persists. Nope, Carnera circles away and we're back to standing.
Carnera ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Carnera throws out a powerful jab.
Cubbedge looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Carnera takes a swing at Cubbedge 's ribcage but misses.
Cubbedge takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Carnera throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Carnera feints and then cracks Cubbedge 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Cubbedge down.
Carnera sizes up Cubbedge with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Carnera lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL2#
Cubbedge clinches with his opponent.
Carnera misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cubbedge is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Carnera is defending well for now.
Mauro Carnera has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T3#
Carnera goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cubbedge prevents a body shot from Carnera.
Cubbedge has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Carnera is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Cubbedge blocking some punches.
Cubbedge throws a knee to the head but misses.
Cubbedge unloads a knee to the mid-section. Carnera lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Cubbedge dodges an elbow strike from Carnera.
Carnera tries to throw a body punch but Cubbedge avoids it by throwing Carnera back against the cage.
Cubbedge wants to stall.
Cubbedge working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Cubbedge landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Cubbedge tries to pull guard but Carnera holds him up against the cage and eventually Cubbedge drops back down to his feet.
Cubbedge misses with a body punch.
Cubbedge has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Carnera after a bit of a struggle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Carnera.
Carnera lands a nice uppercut.
Mauro Carnera is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Cubbedge fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Billy Cubbedge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Carnera blocks a body shot from Cubbedge .
Carnera blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Carnera lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cubbedge backwards.
Carnera lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Carnera misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Carnera scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cubbedge is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Cubbedge tries for a takedown. No joy.
Carnera misses with a punch to the body.
Cubbedge tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Carnera smiles and moves away.
Nice takedown defense from Carnera. No joy for Cubbedge on that attempt.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Carnera. Cubbedge shrugs it off though.

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

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

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

Event: TC 15 Mil $ GP vol 2.2
Date: Nov 21, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gonya throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Cubbedge .#CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Gonya misses with a wild body shot.
Cubbedge tries to counter with a takedown but Gonya is quick to defend against it.
Cubbedge has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Cubbedge showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gonya. #CL#
Cubbedge closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Cubbedge manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Gonya trying to control but Cubbedge is working from the bottom.
Gonya wants to pass the guard but Cubbedge is keeping the position.
Gonya trying to control but Cubbedge is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Cubbedge is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gonya must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonya wants to control from the top but Cubbedge keeps moving. #SUB#
Cubbedge working for a triangle but Gonya defends it easily. #T1#
Gonya tries to free his leg and advance position but Cubbedge is retaining full guard.
Gonya working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Cubbedge has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gonya can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Gonya drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Cubbedge manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Gonya has Cubbedge in his guard.#REVR#
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard.
Cubbedge cracks Gonya with a solid left hand.
Gonya looking for a sweep. Not yet Gonya, not yet.
Cubbedge advances to half guard. #T2#
Gonya tries to get to full guard but Cubbedge has control of the leg. #SUB#
Gonya is defending against the submission attempts here by Cubbedge .
Gonya is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Cubbedge jumps into side control!
Cubbedge trying to control the action but Gonya is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge working the ground and pound but Gonya is defending the strikes.
Cubbedge passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Gonya!
Cubbedge tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Cubbedge landing punches.
Gonya tries to control Cubbedge 's body but Cubbedge pushes him off. Gonya squirms to his side and now Cubbedge has his back!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Cubbedge 's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3##SUB#
Cubbedge has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Gonya has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Cubbedge is looking to control Gonya but Gonya is wriggling around and keeping busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gonya rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Gonya is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.
Cubbedge thows a huge punch but Gonya dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Cubbedge is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gonya makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gonya.#T4#
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Gonya keeps moving. #SUB2#
Gonya looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Cubbedge has picked Gonya up and slammed him! Gonya can't keep hold of the triangle and Cubbedge manages to pass to side control!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cubbedge trying to control the position but Gonya is working away.
Gonya is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge scores with a couple of short elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Gonya paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#TD#
Gonya gets caught napping as Cubbedge dives in and scores a takedown. Gonya manages to retain guard.#SUB2#
Gonya had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cubbedge defends it easily.
Gonya being controlled here, momentarily.
Cubbedge pushing down on Gonya's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Well, if Cubbedge 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. #SUB#
Cubbedge 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonya tries to get to full guard but Cubbedge has control of the leg. #T1#
Cubbedge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gonya keeps working.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cubbedge lands a nice short elbow.
Cubbedge is keen to just control but Gonya is a slippery customer.
Gonya tries to roll over but Cubbedge keeps him under control.#SUB#
Cubbedge is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gonya has managed to free his arm - good work.
Cubbedge thows a huge punch but Gonya dodges it nicely.
Cubbedge working Gonya over with strikes.
Gonya is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gonya keeps trying to improve his position.#T2##SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura here.
Gonya wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Cubbedge is working for an americana but Gonya has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Cubbedge was thinking about the submission.
Cubbedge pushes down on Gonya's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gonya moves into full guard.
Cubbedge won't allow Gonya to get back to his feet. #T3#
Cubbedge chips away with some ground and pound.
Cubbedge landing with the ground and pound.
Cubbedge throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gonya works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gonya working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cubbedge doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cubbedge manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Cubbedge drops back looking for a leg! Gonya is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gonya manages to kick Cubbedge off! Cubbedge jumps back into Gonya's guard. #SUB2#
Gonya is looking for a triangle here but Cubbedge uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Gonya tries to improve position but can't. #T4##SUB#
Cubbedge tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Cubbedge is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gonya is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gonya being controlled for a moment.
Gonya tries to bench press Cubbedge off him but Cubbedge keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge is working Gonya over with some ground and pound from side control.
Gonya is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Cubbedge wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gonya, who protects the arm well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Gonya throws a nice looking combination but Cubbedge bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Gonya moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Cubbedge fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL#
Cubbedge moves into the clinch.
Cubbedge on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Gonya crunches a lovely knee into Cubbedge 's ribcage.
Gonya landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Gonya is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Gonya trying to land knees to the body.
Cubbedge jumps guard but Gonya turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Cubbedge keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Gonya's efforts to push away.
Gonya is leaning against Cubbedge and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonya tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Cubbedge keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Gonya's efforts to push away.
Cubbedge takes a knee to the side of the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Cubbedge tries to pull guard but Gonya holds him up against the cage and eventually Cubbedge drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gonya tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Cubbedge has Gonya pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Gonya manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Gonya ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Gonya no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Gonya working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cubbedge doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cubbedge manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gonya wants to hit a sweep here but Cubbedge passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Gonya there!
Gonya is looking to get to half guard.
Cubbedge controlling the pace for now.
Cubbedge putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#T2#
Cubbedge looking to control and managing it successfully.
Cubbedge punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC#Gonya is rocked!
Gonya sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Cubbedge tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gonya knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gonya tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Cubbedge prevents Gonya from improving his position.#SUB#
Cubbedge 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.
Gonya taking some punishment here, with Cubbedge in his half guard. #T3#
Gonya is trying to get back to full guard.
Cubbedge wants to free his trapped foot but Gonya is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gonya is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cubbedge wants to take a breather but Gonya is having none of it.
Gonya is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Cubbedge seems to be working for a kimura but Gonya defends the submission attempt.
Cubbedge sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gonya defending well though.
Ronaldo Gonya has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
Cubbedge prevents Gonya from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge trying to control the action but Gonya is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge 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.
Gonya throws a strike from the bottom but Cubbedge passes into side control!
Cubbedge is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gonya can do to turn this around?
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Cubbedge lands a few punches from side control.
Billy Cubbedge is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cubbedge lands a nice forearm strike.
Gonya is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.
Cubbedge is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Gonya will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gonya gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ronaldo Gonya.
I think Cubbedge 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Cubbedge !

Event: TC 12 Mil $ GP vol 1.2
Date: Oct 31, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cubbedge defending well as Karpo loads up on a big left hand.
Karpo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Karpo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cubbedge changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Cubbedge drives through with a takedown into Karpo's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Cubbedge sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cubbedge pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Karpo is keeping the position for now.
Cubbedge trying to control but Karpo is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Karpo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Cubbedge won't allow Karpo to sweep him here. #T1##SUB#
Karpo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Cubbedge slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Karpo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Karpo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Karpo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cubbedge gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Karpo tries to land a sweep but no joy. #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.
Cubbedge pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Karpo is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Karpo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cubbedge gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cubbedge is stalling in the full guard.
Cubbedge trying to control but Karpo is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge is fighting to break Karpo's control of his arms but Karpo is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Cubbedge won't allow Karpo to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A big left from Karpo misses.
Hannu Karpo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Cubbedge decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#T3#
Cubbedge trying to pass the guard but Karpo defending well.
Cubbedge is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Karpo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura but Karpo is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cubbedge to get the leverage.
Cubbedge is looking to advance position but Karpo won't allow it. #SUB2#
Cubbedge seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Karpo actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Karpo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cubbedge is controlling the pace.
Karpo is looking for a sweep. Cubbedge is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Karpo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cubbedge tries to pass to full mount but Karpo defends it.
Karpo gets full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Cubbedge avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Karpo is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Karpo.#TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Karpo with the active half guard here but Cubbedge passes nicely into side control.
Karpo is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karpo looking for a sweep but Cubbedge has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Karpo is trying desperately to improve position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Karpo is working hard here to advance position.
Cubbedge can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Karpo is looking to escape.
Karpo working to try and regain half guard.
Cubbedge looking to control but Karpo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Cubbedge controlling the position easily from mount.
Cubbedge can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Karpo is looking to escape. #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.
Cubbedge controlling the position easily from mount.
Karpo tries to lock up and control but Cubbedge gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Karpo is squirming around, avoiding Cubbedge 's attempts to control the action.
Cubbedge prevents Karpo from getting the reversal.
Karpo tries to lock up and control but Cubbedge gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Cubbedge controlling his opponent.
Cubbedge prevents Karpo from getting the reversal.
Karpo regains half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Karpo actively working from the bottom here.
Karpo trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Cubbedge has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Cubbedge jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Karpo manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Billy Cubbedge has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Karpo is trying to control Cubbedge 's posture but Cubbedge avoids it.
Karpo is trying to improve his position.
Cubbedge controlling from side mount.
Karpo is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Karpo wants to control but Cubbedge postures up.
Karpo tries to buck Cubbedge off but Cubbedge is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Cubbedge looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Karpo half committed to a counter leg kick.
Cubbedge misses with a body kick.
Cubbedge tries to close the distance and clinch up but Karpo swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Cubbedge showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
Karpo looking for submissions off his back.
Karpo wants to improve his position but Cubbedge is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge is controlling the pace.
Karpo works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1#
Cubbedge controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Karpo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cubbedge gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cubbedge scoring with punches to the head and body.
Karpo keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Cubbedge stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Karpo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cubbedge is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hannu Karpo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Cubbedge stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Karpo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cubbedge is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Karpo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cubbedge controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB#
Karpo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Karpo looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Cubbedge puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Karpo is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Karpo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Karpo.
Karpo wants to sweep but no luck.
Karpo wants to hit a sweep here but Cubbedge passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Karpo there!
Karpo is looking to improve his position but Cubbedge isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Cubbedge looking to secure an arm triangle but Karpo defends it well.
Cubbedge trying to control but Karpo is having none of it.
Cubbedge controlling the position easily from mount. #T4##SUB2#
Cubbedge is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Karpo can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Karpo regains half guard.
Billy Cubbedge is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Cubbedge seems to be looking for submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Karpo moves into full guard. #SUB#
Karpo looking for a guillotine here but Cubbedge defends easily.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Cubbedge !

Event: TC 8 Knock Out vs Phillips
Date: Oct 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cubbedge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Orion was well out of range. Poor timing from Cubbedge .
Nice cross by Orion.
Orion cracks Cubbedge with a good jab.
Cubbedge 's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Cubbedge duly obliges.
Cubbedge punishes Orion's body with a nice straight punch.
Orion takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD#
Cubbedge closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Cubbedge lands in his opponent's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cubbedge 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.
Orion trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Orion trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Orion throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Orion trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Cubbedge pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Orion is keeping the position for now.
Cubbedge controls from within his opponent's guard.
Orion looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cubbedge has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Cubbedge is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Orion tries to strike from the bottom.
Orion wants to get back to his feet but Cubbedge is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Cubbedge moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL#
Cubbedge moves into the clinch.#BC#
Cubbedge 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Orion misses with an uppercut.
Orion jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice jab there from Orion. #CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Orion misses with a hook. Cubbedge ducked under it nicely.
Orion misses the jab.
Cubbedge appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Orion tries to sprawl but Cubbedge drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Orion misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Cubbedge passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Orion!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cubbedge tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
Cubbedge scoring with strikes but Orion is staying in there.
Cubbedge takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Orion flailing away with punches but nothing is landing. #SUB#
Orion defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Cubbedge .
Orion is in all sorts of trouble here.
Cubbedge trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Cubbedge wants to finish this one by submission but Orion is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Cubbedge looking to control but Orion is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Orion swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. #T3#
Cubbedge controlling from the full mount.
Orion throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Cubbedge blocks Orion's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Cubbedge has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Orion flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Orion is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Orion is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Orion is in all sorts of trouble here.
Cubbedge takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Orion tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Cubbedge blocks Orion's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Orion throwing hammer fists to the chest of Cubbedge . What's that going to do exactly?
Orion keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Orion swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Orion tries to lock up and control but Cubbedge gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Cubbedge controlling his opponent.
Orion taking shots to the head.
Cubbedge tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Orion throwing hammer fists to the chest of Cubbedge . What's that going to do exactly?
Orion really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A big left from Orion misses.
Cubbedge slips a straight right by Orion.
Cubbedge looks for a takedown but Orion sprawls well.
Cubbedge with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Cubbedge takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Cubbedge is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Orion can do to turn this around?
Cubbedge moves out of range of the strikes.
Cubbedge changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Cubbedge scores with a one two! Orion had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Cubbedge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cubbedge slips under a jab from Orion.
Orion misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Cole Orion seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Cubbedge !
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Cubbedge closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Cubbedge lands in his opponent's guard.
Cubbedge stands and throws Orion's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Cubbedge tries to move to mount but Orion blocks the move with his legs.
Orion tries to buck Cubbedge off but Cubbedge is having none of it.#T1#
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Orion is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
A control attempt from Orion but he's now mounted!
Orion bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Cubbedge is adopting a defensive guard.
Orion with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Orion stopping the sweep attempt from Cubbedge .
Orion postures up in Cubbedge 's guard and throws a big left but Cubbedge blocks it.
Cubbedge pulls Orion in to control the position.
Cubbedge preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Orion stopping the sweep attempt from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge has control of Orion's left arm, preventing Orion from doing any damage.
Cubbedge utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cubbedge wants to sweep but no luck.
Orion throwing strikes from guard but Cubbedge blocks nicely.
Billy Cubbedge overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cubbedge is adopting a defensive guard.
Orion with a flurry of punches that miss.
Orion throws an elbow that misses. Cubbedge uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Orion's guard. Nice move by Cubbedge !#REVR#
Cubbedge passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Orion is looking for a sweep.#T3#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Orion tries to buck Cubbedge off but Cubbedge is having none of it.
Orion tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Orion misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Orion is trying to control Cubbedge 's posture but Cubbedge avoids it.
Cubbedge slips into full mount, dodging the strikes by Orion.
Orion is in all sorts of trouble here.
Cubbedge cracks Orion with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Cubbedge takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Orion is looking to get to half guard.
Cubbedge blocks Orion's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom. #T4#
Cubbedge takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Orion swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Orion keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge controlling his opponent.
Orion flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Orion throwing hammer fists to the chest of Cubbedge . What's that going to do exactly?
Orion is looking to get to half guard.
Orion swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Orion swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Orion is wriggling around trying to escape.
Cubbedge controlling from the full mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Orion walks into a left hand.
Orion connects with a right hand. Cubbedge shakes it off.
A jab lands there for Orion.
Cubbedge works Orion's body with a nice hook.
Orion throws a hook but Cubbedge blocks it.
Cubbedge lands a nice hook to Orion's body. Orion takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Cubbedge pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Orion back to the cage. Cubbedge follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Cubbedge slips under a jab.
Orion throws a hook but Cubbedge avoids it easily.#TD#
Cubbedge is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Orion's half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Orion striking from the bottom.
Cubbedge is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Cubbedge blocks the strikes from Orion.
Cubbedge content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Orion won't allow Cubbedge to pass to mount.
Orion throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Orion misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Cubbedge 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. Cubbedge connects with a nice short shot to Orion's temple.
Orion throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Cubbedge takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Orion is striking from the bottom but he's now found himself mounted! Oh dear - not enough focus on defense there.
Cole Orion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Cubbedge content just to control the position here.
Orion throwing hammer fists to the chest of Cubbedge . What's that going to do exactly?
Orion swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Orion tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Orion keeps trying to improve his position.
Orion takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Cubbedge controlling the pace for now.
Cubbedge blocks Orion's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Orion can't escape the position. #SUB#
Cubbedge is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Orion is forced to tap! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Cubbedge !

Event: TC 4: Sitsongrit vs Salvatore
Date: Sep 05, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Brownie slips a jab and a cross from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A combination from Cubbedge does no damage.
The fighters circling - Brownie throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cubbedge drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Brownie defends it well.
Cubbedge jabs Brownie right on the nose. Brownie blinks but takes it well.#TD2#
Cubbedge decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Cubbedge wants to free his trapped foot but Brownie is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cubbedge is controlling the pace.
Brownie is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brownie is trying to maintain the position but Cubbedge is very close to passing his half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Cubbedge in particular looking to stall.#T1#
Brownie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Brownie wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Cubbedge trying to control from half guard but Brownie is working away.
Cubbedge prevents Brownie from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Brownie manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Brownie is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Brownie has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cubbedge darts in looking for a takedown but Brownie gets double underhooks and turns Cubbedge into the cage.
A nice combination there by Brownie. #CUT#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Brownie throws the left hand but Cubbedge avoids the punch easily.
Cubbedge misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #TD2#
Cubbedge closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Brownie did well to prevent Cubbedge getting side control.
Brownie wants to get back to full guard.
Brownie is looking to control Cubbedge 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Brownie avoid being mounted?
Brownie is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.#T3#
Brownie tries to roll over but Cubbedge keeps him under control.
Brownie moves into full guard.
Brownie looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cubbedge controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Cubbedge being controlled here momentarily. #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.
Brownie 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.
My spies in The White Castle inform me that Cubbedge has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Cubbedge 's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#ES#
Brownie kicks Cubbedge off and gets to his feet.
Cubbedge throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cubbedge misses with a series of wild punches.
As Cubbedge looks to move away, Brownie throws a big counter combo but Cubbedge just gets out of the way.
Brownie shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cubbedge but Cubbedge pushes him off and we're back to square one.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cubbedge fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Brownie checks it well.
Brownie swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Brownie just misses with a punch to the body.
Brownie moves out of range of the strikes.
Cubbedge swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Brownie counters with a one-two to the body.
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 Shaun Brownie will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Brownie displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Cubbedge displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Brownie throws out the jab.
Brownie blocks a low kick nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Brownie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A big right from Cubbedge misses.
Brownie lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #ROC#Cubbedge is rocked!
Cubbedge bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cubbedge tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Cubbedge is still on wobbly legs! Can Brownie finish him?
Brownie dips to his left and cracks Cubbedge with an uppercut!
Cubbedge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brownie moves away.
Brownie tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cubbedge was well out of range. Poor timing from Brownie.
No joy there for Brownie, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Brownie uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cubbedge .
Brownie swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Brownie looks to throw the jab but Cubbedge is out of range.
BOOM! Brownie lands a beautiful left hook that drops Cubbedge . Cubbedge tries to recover but Brownie is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Cubbedge lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shaun Brownie!
Shaun Brownie 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: JAG Respect My Grind
Date: May 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cubbedge throws a leg kick
and Weudke counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Cubbedge shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Weudke cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge misses with a lunging right hand
letting Weudke counter with a right hand.
Weudke looks to land a right hand but Cubbedge moved out of range.
Cubbedge misses with a straight right.
Weudke keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Weudke bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Weudke appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Cubbedge throws a jab but it's blocked by Weudke.
Weudke lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Weudke has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#TD#
Cubbedge shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Weudke is trying to defend but Cubbedge finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Cubbedge is trying to control. Weudke wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Weudke tries to roll over but Cubbedge keeps him under control.#T1#
Weudke slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Cubbedge sitting in guard here, content to control.
Weudke looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Cubbedge stops Weudke from standing up.
Cubbedge controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cubbedge looks for a takedown but Weudke sprawls well.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot
and Weudke counters with a straight right hand.
Cubbedge throws a low kick but Weudke moves out of range easily.
Cubbedge closes this distance looking for a takedown but Weudke circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cubbedge misses with a jab, cross combination.
Cubbedge swinging wildly here.
Weudke throws a nice inside leg kick.
Cubbedge fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Weudke moves out of range as Cubbedge strikes.
Weudke unleashes a big counter combination but Cubbedge bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Weudke scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Weudke scores with a jab.
Weudke throws a leg kick #TD#
and Cubbedge counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #T3#
Weudke is looking to improve his position.
Cubbedge is looking to advance position but Weudke won't allow it.
Weudke is trying to stand.
Cubbedge wants to advance to full mount but Weudke doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Weudke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#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.
Weudke working a defensive guard here.
Cubbedge sitting in guard here, content to control.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Weudke keeping full guard, as Cubbedge tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cubbedge walks into a straight right hand from Weudke.
Cubbedge looks to land a right hand but Weudke moved out of range.
Cubbedge checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Weudke checks the leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Weudke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roland Weudke dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Cubbedge dives in and grabs Weudke's left leg, looking for a takedown. Weudke pushes down on Cubbedge 's head and hops out.
Cubbedge fails with a takedown attempt.
Cubbedge misses with a double jab
and Weudke counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Weudke lets loose with a powerful body kick. Cubbedge will feel that in the morning.
Cubbedge is looking to chop away at Weudke's legs.
Cubbedge throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Weudke counters with a nice low kick that buckles Cubbedge 's knee momentarily.
Cubbedge moves out of range of the strikes.
Weudke throws a hook but Cubbedge blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge misses with a two punch combination.
Weudke throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cubbedge sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Cubbedge throws an overhand right that lands on Weudke's shoulder, as Weudke tries to avoid the shot.
Weudke darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Cubbedge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Weudke.
Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Weudke.
Cubbedge tries to close the distance and clinch but Weudke swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cubbedge lands with a good body shot.
The fighters circling - Cubbedge throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A jab from Weudke misses.
Cubbedge showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Weudke.
Cubbedge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Weudke moves away.
Weudke doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Weudke scores with the left hand. Cubbedge knows he should have avoided that one.
Cubbedge catches Weudke with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cubbedge looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cubbedge misses the body punch
and Weudke counters with a nice uppercut.
Weudke has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cubbedge with a lazy takedown attempt #KD2#
and Weudke counters with a crisp right hand that drops Cubbedge ! Weudke lets Cubbedge back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Cubbedge is rocked!#CUT2#Billy Cubbedge 's cut is getting worse.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cubbedge misses with a hook.
Oh Cubbedge is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
and Weudke counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Cubbedge ! He's just covering up as Weudke starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roland Weudke!
A very excited looking Roland Weudke 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: JAG Plus
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Cubbedge staying out of range there.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Buriak lands a slapping body shot.
Cubbedge throws a looping overhand right but Buriak ducks down to avoid it.
Cubbedge changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Buriak tries to avoid it but Cubbedge manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Buriak to the ground. Buriak escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Cubbedge throws a series of strikes that have Buriak backpedaling.
Cubbedge swings away with a body shot that misses
and Buriak counters with a nice leg kick.
Cubbedge moves forwards but Buriak connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Buriak throws a hook to the side of Cubbedge 's head but Cubbedge sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cubbedge tries to counter with a takedown but Buriak is quick to defend against it.
Buriak lands the left hand.
We've been hearing reports that Cubbedge has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Jab from Buriak.#CUT2#
It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Buriak dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cubbedge slips under a jab from Buriak.
Buriak throws a big shot that misses.
Cubbedge throws a left and a right that both miss
and Cubbedge takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#
Cubbedge is rocked!
Buriak misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cubbedge .
Oh Cubbedge is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cubbedge misses with a double jab
and Buriak counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Cubbedge to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Buriak!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dimitri Buriak!
An out of breath Dimitri Buriak thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: JAG Exodus
Date: Apr 18, 2020

#R1#
Cubbedge moves out of range as Bear strikes.
Bear wants to clinch.
Bear bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Cubbedge sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bear is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Cubbedge is controlling him.
Bear seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Bear trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bear is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Cubbedge dives into side control.
Bear is trying to escape the position but Cubbedge is controlling the position.
Bear is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Cubbedge asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T1#
A lull in the action here.
Bear is trying to get back to his feet.
Cubbedge is staying tight to Bear's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Bear tries to escape but Cubbedge is in control.
Cubbedge tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Cubbedge slows the pace down.
Bear knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Cubbedge on the ground.
Bear is trying to get back to his feet.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Cubbedge wants to control but Bear is keeping him busy.
Bear pushes Cubbedge away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Cubbedge gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Cubbedge cracks Bear with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nice sprawl there from Bear as Cubbedge shoots in.
Bear looks to throw the jab but Cubbedge is out of range.
And Cubbedge tries to counter it with a takedown but Bear pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bear misses with a hook. Cubbedge ducked under it nicely.
Cubbedge changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bear drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Chief Bear is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cubbedge lands with a nice body punch. #TD2#
Cubbedge drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Cubbedge advances to half guard.
Bear is trying to stand back up but Cubbedge is controlling him
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Bear is defending well.
Cubbedge passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Bear!
Cubbedge won't let Bear get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
My spies in Meathead Garage inform me that Cubbedge has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T3#
Cubbedge controlling from mount.
Bear is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Cubbedge looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bear is trying to stand up.
Cubbedge trying to control but Bear is having none of it.
Cubbedge sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4##SUB2#
Cubbedge working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Cubbedge tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bear really wants to buck Cubbedge off and get back to his feet.
Cubbedge trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bear wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A lazy left from Bear finds it's target.
Bear fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bear throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cubbedge keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Cubbedge tries to clinch up but Bear circles away and keeps his distance.
Bear throwing a counter right hand but Cubbedge manages to avoid it.
Cubbedge just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Bear wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bear misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A nice combination there by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge is looking to slow Bear down with leg kicks.
Cubbedge lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bear looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Cubbedge feints a jab promting Bear to slip. Cubbedge then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bear slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cubbedge 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bear under the eye.
Bear just misses with a punch to the body.
Cubbedge scores with a nice head shot.
Bear moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT#
It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cubbedge . Bear does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cubbedge misses with an attempted mid kick. #T1#
Cubbedge connects with a right hand. Bear shakes it off.
Bear waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cubbedge .
Bear swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bear manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Cubbedge controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bear wants to stand but Cubbedge is controlling the position.
Cubbedge trying to control but Bear is working from the bottom.
Bear wants to get back to his feet but Cubbedge is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Cubbedge pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bear is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Cubbedge is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Bear wants to get back to his feet but Cubbedge is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cubbedge slips under a jab.
Bear misses with a hook.
Bear throws a jab but it's blocked by Cubbedge .
A good leg kick by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge lands a slapping body shot.
Cubbedge throws a nice looking combination but Bear bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It looked like Bear was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Cubbedge chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bear can pounce on him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bear takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Bear is looking to get back to is feet but Cubbedge passes into side control. #T3#
Cubbedge controlling the position from side mount.
Billy Cubbedge has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bear wants to get back to his feet but Cubbedge drags him back down.
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Bear is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Cubbedge wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bear, who protects the arm well.
Cubbedge takes a little break here. Bear wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Bear is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Cubbedge asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Bear is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bear is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Cubbedge asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB2#
Cubbedge tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Cubbedge has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Bear is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bear is letting Cubbedge control him for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Cubbedge motions for Bear to come forward. Cubbedge throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #TD2#
Cubbedge scores with a takedown into Bear's guard.
Bear is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Cubbedge is controlling him.
Cubbedge showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Bear is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cubbedge is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge trying to control but Bear is working from the bottom.
Cubbedge sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bear's guard.
Cubbedge seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bear does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1#
Cubbedge looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Cubbedge is taking a breather. Bear 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.
Bear tries to kick Cubbedge off but Cubbedge keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Cubbedge sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#ES#
Bear kicks Cubbedge off and gets back to his feet.
Cubbedge walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Cubbedge throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Bear avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bear throws a low kick, looking for Cubbedge 's leg but Cubbedge calmly moves out of range.
Cubbedge fails with a takedown attempt. #T2#
A lazy left from Cubbedge finds it's target.
Nice takedown defense from Bear. No joy for Cubbedge on that attempt.
Bear moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cubbedge cracks Bear with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Cubbedge misses with the body kick
and Bear counters with a leg kick.
Cubbedge takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bear thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cubbedge checks a leg kick nicely.
Bear fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Cubbedge looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cubbedge connects with a body shot.
Cubbedge stuns Bear with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A slow jab from Bear misses its intended target.
Cubbedge slips under a jab.#TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES#
Bear has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Cubbedge is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Bear wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Cubbedge has him pressed against the cage.#T3#
Bear letting Cubbedge take a breather here.
A frustrated look appears on Bear's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bear wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Cubbedge has him pressed against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bear throws an elbow but misses. #BC2#
Cubbedge manages to break the clinch.
Cubbedge bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bear is looking to clinch but Cubbedge is avoiding it.
And Cubbedge tries to counter it with a takedown but Bear pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bear scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bear slips under a jab.
Bear half committed to a counter leg kick.
Cubbedge lands with a shot to the body.
Cubbedge ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bear takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bear checks a leg kick.
Cubbedge has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cubbedge lands a nice shot to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Bear there.#ROC#
Cubbedge is rocked!
Sloppy strikes from Bear. Those never looked like landing.
Billy Cubbedge is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cubbedge is still on wobbly legs! Can Bear finish him?
Bear throws a low kick, looking for Cubbedge 's leg but Cubbedge calmly moves out of range.
Cubbedge seems to have recovered his senses.
Some bone on bone action there as Cubbedge checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Chief Bear has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A good leg kick by Bear.
A lazy left from Cubbedge finds it's target.
Cubbedge lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bear takes a shot to the body in his stride. #TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bear is trying to defend but Cubbedge finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
Bear is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cubbedge pulls his head out easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Billy Cubbedge .
I've got Cubbedge winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

Judge Richard Clark scores the fight for Billy Cubbedge !
Judge James Glass scores the fight for Billy Cubbedge !
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight for Billy Cubbedge !

Billy Cubbedge wins by unanimous decision!

Event: Demolition 6 - Valdez v Graves
Date: Jan 20, 2020

#R1#
Cubbedge throws a jab when Holmes Jr was well out of range.
Holmes Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Cubbedge moves out of range of the leg kick from Holmes Jr.
Cubbedge misses with a double jab
and Holmes Jr counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Cubbedge 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.
Cubbedge throws a shot to the body.
Cubbedge connects with a crisp jab.
Holmes Jr takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Cubbedge throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Holmes Jr misses with a low kick.
Cubbedge cracks Holmes Jr with a good jab.
Holmes Jr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
The fighters circling - Cubbedge throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cubbedge tries to clinch there but Holmes Jr circles away.
Holmes Jr tried to counter with a leg kick but Cubbedge avoided it.#T1#
Cubbedge throws a leg kick but Holmes Jr moved away.
It looked like Holmes Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Holmes Jr blocks a jab.
Holmes Jr feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Holmes Jr cracks the inside of Cubbedge 's front leg.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A decent looking cross lands there for Cubbedge .#CL#
Holmes Jr clinches up against the cage.
Holmes Jr gets underhooks to prevent Cubbedge 's takedown attempt.
Cubbedge tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Holmes Jr avoids it.
Holmes Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Holmes Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Holmes Jr.
Holmes Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Holmes Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Holmes Jr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cubbedge blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD2#
Cubbedge jumps guard.
Cubbedge is pulling down on Holmes Jr's head to control his posture. #T2#
Holmes Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cubbedge is keeping the position for now.
Holmes Jr won't allow Cubbedge to sweep him here.
Cubbedge is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Holmes Jr wants to control from the top but Cubbedge keeps moving. #SUB#
Holmes Jr drops back, looking for a kneebar! Cubbedge looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Cubbedge looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Cubbedge ! #REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cubbedge is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Holmes Jr will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T3#
Holmes Jr tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Holmes Jr's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Holmes Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge working away.
Cubbedge controls the position.
Holmes Jr struggling a bit here.
The referee asks Cubbedge politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Cubbedge prefers to stall for the moment though.
Holmes Jr is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge staying calm.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Cubbedge working away.
A lull in the action here.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Holmes Jr is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Cubbedge off and has taken his back!
Holmes Jr has the hooks in. Cubbedge is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Holmes Jr trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #SUB#
Holmes Jr looking to break Cubbedge 's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Cubbedge remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Holmes Jr will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Billy Cubbedge will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Cubbedge circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
Holmes Jr looking for subs off his back but Cubbedge has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB#
Holmes Jr looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cubbedge works his foot free and advances to mount.
Holmes Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holmes Jr gets back to half guard.
Holmes Jr tries to roll over but Cubbedge keeps him under control.
Cubbedge works his way into side control. #T1#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Holmes Jr is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.
Holmes Jr struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Cubbedge thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Holmes Jr is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Holmes Jr trying to hold on to Cubbedge 's head to control him but Cubbedge postures up.
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Holmes Jr is defending well. #SUB#
Holmes Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Holmes Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cubbedge perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Holmes Jr trying to control but Cubbedge postures up.
Cubbedge is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Cubbedge has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Cubbedge moves into full mount! Holmes Jr won't be happy about that!
Cubbedge wants to control the pace but Holmes Jr is squirming around nicely.
Holmes Jr slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Holmes Jr works his way to full guard. Good work.
Cubbedge passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Holmes Jr manages to work his way to half guard, despite Cubbedge 's best efforts.
Cubbedge controlling the pace. #T4##SUB#
Holmes Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cubbedge pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Holmes Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cubbedge pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Holmes Jr actively working from the bottom here.
Holmes Jr wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping busy.
Cubbedge wants to control but Holmes Jr is keeping him busy.
Cubbedge is taking a breather. Holmes Jr 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holmes Jr has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Cubbedge is working away from the top position though.
Cubbedge content to control rather than advance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Cubbedge lands a jab to Holmes Jr's midsection.
Holmes Jr slips a jab and a cross from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge checks the leg kick nicely there.
Holmes Jr throws a front kick aimed at Cubbedge 's knee but Cubbedge avoids it well.
Cubbedge pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Some bone on bone action there as Cubbedge checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Cubbedge wants to slow Holmes Jr down by chopping away at his legs.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holmes Jr tries to clinch but Cubbedge is having none of it.
A jab from Holmes Jr misses.
Cubbedge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Holmes Jr moves away.
Cubbedge slips under a jab from Holmes Jr.
An inside leg kick lands from Holmes Jr. #T1#
Cubbedge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Holmes Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Cubbedge .
Holmes Jr swings for the body but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Cubbedge tries to clinch up.
Cubbedge blocks a jab.
Good exchange - Cubbedge coming out on top.
Cubbedge misses with a few strikes there.
Holmes Jr misses with a looping left.
Cubbedge checks a leg kick.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Holmes Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot.
Holmes Jr's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Cubbedge connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Holmes Jr scrambles back to his feet.
Holmes Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cubbedge .
Holmes Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Cubbedge misses with a right hand #KD#
and Holmes Jr counters with a crisp right hand that drops Cubbedge ! Holmes Jr lets Cubbedge back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Mike Holmes Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#ROC#
Cubbedge is rocked!#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cubbedge thows a leg kick but Holmes Jr checks it
and Holmes Jr counters with a nice leg kick.
Cubbedge is still on wobbly legs! Can Holmes Jr finish him?
Cubbedge goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mike Holmes Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Crack! Holmes Jr connects with the perfect overhand right and Cubbedge falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Holmes Jr!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mike Holmes Jr!
Mike Holmes Jr seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Demolition 1 - Falcone v Mfer
Date: Dec 27, 2019

#R1#
Asmundsen misses with a body shot.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cubbedge fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Asmundsen manages to avoid it.#CL#
Cubbedge fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Asmundsen, pushing him back against the cage.
Cubbedge is pushing Asmundsen up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A short uppercut from Cubbedge .
Asmundsen can't find room to land a body shot as Cubbedge controls the action. #BC#
Cubbedge 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Asmundsen scores with a body shot.
Cubbedge throws a solid leg kick but Asmundsen takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Cubbedge .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asmundsen throws a body shot but no joy.
Asmundsen tries to bum rush Cubbedge with a series of wild strikes but Cubbedge uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Asmundsen misses with the combination.
Cubbedge swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A low kick from Cubbedge misses
and Cubbedge takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Cubbedge lands a jab to Asmundsen's midsection.
Cubbedge throws a predictable looking body shot
and Asmundsen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Some bone on bone action there as Asmundsen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Asmundsen connects with a right hand. Cubbedge shakes it off.
Asmundsen throws a lazy right hand but Cubbedge sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Asmundsen just misses with a punch to the body.
Cubbedge avoids the body shot from Asmundsen.
Cubbedge attempts a counter takedown but Asmundsen avoids it well and moves away.
Asmundsen throws a shot from downtown. Cubbedge moves away and avoids it.#TD#
Cubbedge changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Asmundsen looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Cubbedge tries to move into full mount but can't pass Asmundsen's legs.
Asmundsen is trying to control Cubbedge 's posture but Cubbedge avoids it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge staying calm.
Asmundsen is looking to regain half guard here but Cubbedge keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
You can see the frustration on Asmundsen's face as Cubbedge controls the position.
Asmundsen manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Asmundsen trying to control from the bottom.
Cubbedge is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Cubbedge prevents Asmundsen from improving his position.
Cubbedge is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Asmundsen desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB#
Cubbedge is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Asmundsen looking for submissions off his back.
Cubbedge looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Asmundsen actively working from the bottom here.#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.
Cubbedge controlling the action here.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cubbedge comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Cubbedge with a nice cross.
Cubbedge misses with a body kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cubbedge takes a swing at Asmundsen's ribcage but misses.
Cubbedge throws a body shot but no joy.
Cubbedge misses with a looping left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Asmundsen. Cubbedge does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Cubbedge throws a leg kick
and Asmundsen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cubbedge bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cubbedge lands with a cross.
Trond Asmundsen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cubbedge lands a nice shot to the body.
Asmundsen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd cheers as Asmundsen lands an impressive looking overhand right. Cubbedge doesn't seem phased though.
Cubbedge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Asmundsen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cubbedge manages to avoid it.
Cubbedge uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Asmundsen.
Asmundsen avoids the body shot from Cubbedge .
Asmundsen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Asmundsen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Cubbedge with a jab.
Asmundsen misses with a straight right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Some wild striking there from Cubbedge .
A punch combination from Asmundsen misses.
Asmundsen lands a slapping body shot.
Cubbedge throws a predictable looking body shot
and Asmundsen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cubbedge is looking to wear down Asmundsen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
Asmundsen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cubbedge takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Cubbedge avoids the body shot from Asmundsen.
Trond Asmundsen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cubbedge ducks under a wild hook from Asmundsen.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot.
Cubbedge rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Asmundsen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
Cubbedge gets a clinch.
Asmundsen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Asmundsen will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Cubbedge up against the cage.#BC#
Cubbedge pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A good leg kick by Asmundsen.
Cubbedge fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Asmundsen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cubbedge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Asmundsen was well out of range. Poor timing from Cubbedge .#T2#
Asmundsen lands a nice shot that snaps Cubbedge 's head back.
Asmundsen misses with an uppercut. Cubbedge saw that one coming.
Cubbedge checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Asmundsen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cubbedge .
Asmundsen throws a body kick that misses.
Cubbedge checks a leg kick nicely.
Cubbedge appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nice shot by Asmundsen.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Asmundsen misses with a looping right.
Cubbedge tries to counter with a takedown but Asmundsen is quick to defend against it.
Asmundsen lands a head shot.
Asmundsen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Cubbedge momentarily.
Asmundsen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL#
Cubbedge gets a clinch. #BC#
Cubbedge escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Asmundsen throws out a loose jab but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cubbedge scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Cubbedge tries to land a front kick but Asmundsen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A nice side step and Asmundsen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Cubbedge swings widly with a right hand
and Cubbedge takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3##TD#
Cubbedge shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Asmundsen's guard.
Cubbedge forces his way into half guard.
Asmundsen wants to get back to full guard but Cubbedge has mounted him!
Cubbedge wants to control the pace but Asmundsen is squirming around nicely.
Billy Cubbedge overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Asmundsen looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Cubbedge tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Asmundsen is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
Cubbedge sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Asmundsen wants to control but Cubbedge is having none of it.
Cubbedge breaks from Asmundsen's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Asmundsen can't escape the position.
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 Billy Cubbedge will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Asmundsen's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Asmundsen duly obliges.
Asmundsen misses with a low kick.
Asmundsen cracks Cubbedge with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Cubbedge takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Asmundsen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Cubbedge throws a jab but it's blocked by Asmundsen.
Cubbedge lands with a cross.
Asmundsen looks to land a right hand but Cubbedge moved out of range.
A low kick from Asmundsen misses #TD#
and Cubbedge counters with a single leg into guard. Asmundsen didn't expect that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cubbedge is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Cubbedge sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Asmundsen's guard.
Asmundsen tries to roll over but Cubbedge keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Asmundsen actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Cubbedge slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Cubbedge is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Asmundsen is just riding it out for now. Cubbedge eventually gives up the hold.
Cubbedge performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Asmundsen trying to hold on to Cubbedge 's head to control him but Cubbedge postures up. #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.
Cubbedge stalling.
Cubbedge trying to control from half guard but Asmundsen is working away.
Asmundsen holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Asmundsen is trying to control but can't.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Asmundsen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Cubbedge misses with a shot to the body
and Asmundsen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cubbedge is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Asmundsen.
Asmundsen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T3#
Asmundsen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cubbedge .
Horrible takedown attempt by Cubbedge or perhaps it was just good defense by Asmundsen, which made it look bad.
Asmundsen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Asmundsen moves out of range of the leg kick from Cubbedge .
Asmundsen now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Asmundsen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Asmundsen throws a looping overhand right but Cubbedge ducks down to avoid it.
Cubbedge steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Asmundsen.
Cubbedge ducks under a wild hook from Asmundsen.
Cubbedge appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Cubbedge ducks under a wild hook from Asmundsen.
Cubbedge moves out of range of the leg kick from Asmundsen.
Asmundsen moves forwards but Cubbedge connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Cubbedge jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Asmundsen misses with a looping left.
Asmundsen keeps the fight on the outside.#T4#
Cubbedge misses with a body shot
and Asmundsen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
No joy there for Asmundsen, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Cubbedge lands a two punch combo.
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!
Asmundsen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cubbedge misses the shot to the body.
Asmundsen misses with a hook.
Cubbedge feinted with a counter takedown.
A jab from Cubbedge finds it's way through Asmundsen's defenses.
A swing and a miss from Cubbedge .
The fight stays on the outside here - Cubbedge looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Billy Cubbedge is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
An inside leg kick lands from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Asmundsen.
Asmundsen takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Asmundsen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Trond Asmundsen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cubbedge lands with a good body shot.
Cubbedge throws a series of punches but Asmundsen avoids them all with ease.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Cubbedge !

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 24, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Schoff has managed to clinch.
Schoff scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Schoff goes for a takedown attempt but Cubbedge pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Cubbedge lands with a hook. Schoff tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Cubbedge effectively controlling the action here.
Schoff swings wildly with an uppercut but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cubbedge blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schoff fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Schoff lands a left hand.
Schoff lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short uppercut from Schoff.
Schoff misses with a punch on the inside.
Schoff lands a right hand. #T1#
Cubbedge blocking some punches.
Cubbedge blocking some punches.
Schoff lands with a right to the head.
Schoff prevents the takedown attempt. #TD#
Cubbedge has Schoff pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Cubbedge pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Schoff tumbling to the mat - Cubbedge dives into Schoff's guard.#ES2#
Schoff wriggles free and stands up.
Cubbedge doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Schoff counters with a one-two to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Schoff fails with an attempt to clinch.
Schoff wants to clinch.#CL2#
Schoff has Cubbedge up against the cage in a clinch. #T2#
Cubbedge blocking some punches.
Cubbedge blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Schoff misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Cubbedge lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Cubbedge is taking a breather. Schoff 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.#T3#
Schoff pushes Cubbedge off looking to stand but Cubbedge dives back in and keeps control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cubbedge trying to control the pace.
Cubbedge tries to pass the half guard into mount. Schoff knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Schoff is refusing to be controlled, as Cubbedge sits in half guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Cubbedge controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Schoff tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Schoff gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#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.
Schoff misses with a punch on the inside.
Schoff gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Cubbedge .
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schoff misses with a punch on the inside.
Schoff misses with the head strike.
Schoff swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cubbedge is pushing Schoff up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Cubbedge stalling in the clinch.
Cubbedge wants to break free but Schoff has control.
Schoff lands a shoulder strike.
Schoff misses with a punch on the inside.
Schoff misses with a punch on the inside.
Schoff taking a breather.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Farren Schoff dominated that round.
That's time! Cubbedge 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Cubbedge scores with a takedown into Schoff's guard.
Cubbedge 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.
Cubbedge throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Schoff works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cubbedge passes Schoff's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Schoff is trying to stand back up but Cubbedge is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schoff won't allow Cubbedge to pass to mount.
Schoff wants to get back to his feet. #T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Schoff walks into a stiff left hand from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge misses with a wild body shot.
Cubbedge lands a glancing blow to the side of Schoff's head.
Cubbedge throws a chopping leg kick but Schoff manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Schoff tries to clinch up.#CL#
Cubbedge has Schoff up against the cage in a clinch.
Cubbedge lands an elbow inside that Schoff shrugs off. #CUT#
It looks like Farren Schoff has been cut.#BC#
Cubbedge 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2#
Schoff tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Schoff swings wildly with an uppercut but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Farren Schoff seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Schoff tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cubbedge blocking some punches.
Schoff has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cubbedge after a bit of a struggle.
Cubbedge tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Schoff tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Schoff swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Cubbedge breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Schoff darts in and clinches Cubbedge up against the cage.
Schoff has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Schoff fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Schoff misses with the head strike.
A bit of stalling here from Cubbedge . #T3#
A nice left hand lands by Schoff.
Cubbedge blocking some punches.
Cubbedge is trying to stall.
Schoff throws a punch but it's blocked by Cubbedge . #BC#
Cubbedge breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cubbedge connects with a nice looking jab.
Schoff takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Schoff tries to clinch but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Schoff tries to clinch there but Cubbedge circles away.
Cubbedge misses with a straight left.
Schoff tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Schoff wants to clinch up but Cubbedge keeps it at a distance.
Cubbedge darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CL2#
Schoff forces Cubbedge back against the cage and clinches.
Schoff misses with a punch on the inside.
Cubbedge gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #T4#
Cubbedge blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Schoff.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Cubbedge breaks from the clinch. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Schoff has knocked Cubbedge down with a huge combo! Schoff steps away and waves a wobbly Cubbedge back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Cubbedge is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
A combination from Cubbedge does no damage.
Oh Cubbedge is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cubbedge swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL2#
Schoff rushes Cubbedge and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Cubbedge is looking to control Schoff's arms but Schoff gets an underhook and turns him. Now Cubbedge has his back to the cage.
Schoff misses with a short punch on the inside.
Schoff swings wildly with an uppercut but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schoff has a couple of punches blocked by Cubbedge .
Schoff misses with some punches.
Cubbedge blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cubbedge .
Schoff throws a punch but it's blocked by Cubbedge .
Schoff tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Schoff fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cubbedge . #TD2#
Schoff tightens his grip and picks Cubbedge up, before dumping him to the ground. Cubbedge manages to land in guard.
Cubbedge manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Schoff manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Schoff is keeping the position.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Schoff keeps moving.
Cubbedge seems to have got his legs back now.
Cubbedge 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Farren Schoff will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Schoff is looking to clinch.
Schoff with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Cubbedge to score with a decent uppercut.
Cubbedge circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Cubbedge decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Schoff's guard.
Cubbedge not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Cubbedge won't allow Schoff to get back to his feet.
Cubbedge trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge is working hard here to advance position.
Cubbedge showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
Cubbedge passes Schoff's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Cubbedge is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Cubbedge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schoff keeps working.
Cubbedge with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cubbedge throws a nice looking combination but Schoff bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Schoff tries a quick counter leg kick but Cubbedge is wise to it.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Cubbedge shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Schoff pinned against the cage. Schoff gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Schoff wants to clinch.
Billy Cubbedge is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Schoff moves into range and clinches up with Cubbedge .
Schoff throws a punch but it's blocked by Cubbedge .
Schoff missing with knees to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A short right from Schoff on the inside.
Schoff lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cubbedge blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Schoff swings wildly with an uppercut but Cubbedge uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
The referee calls for Cubbedge to work. #BC#
Cubbedge breaks from the clinch.
Schoff tries to clinch there but Cubbedge circles away. #CL2#
Schoff has closed the distance and engaged Cubbedge in a clinch.
Cubbedge is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Schoff misses with the head strike.
Cubbedge is pushing Schoff up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Cubbedge drops down looking for an ankle pick but Schoff pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cubbedge fails with a takedown attempt.
Schoff shoots in but no luck this time.
Schoff moves in looking to clinch but Cubbedge pushes him off.#T4#
Cubbedge circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Billy Cubbedge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cubbedge is stalling here.
Cubbedge pressing his opponent against the cage.
Cubbedge stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Schoff working aggressively here.
Farren Schoff is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schoff misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cubbedge .
Schoff landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Schoff avoids a wild elbow strike from Cubbedge .

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Farren Schoff.
I've got Schoff winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Farren Schoff!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Farren Schoff waved his t-shirt featuring Big Chief Nutrition & Laundry Services (80%)'s logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Skrap Fights 91
Date: Oct 12, 2019

#R1#
Murphy tries to clinch but Cubbedge is having none of it.
Cubbedge swats away the attempt to clinch by Murphy.
Cubbedge swats away the attempt to clinch by Murphy.
Murphy wants to clinch.
Murphy tries to close the distance and clinch but Cubbedge swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cubbedge with the counter takedown but Murphy avoids it easily.
Cubbedge scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Murphy tries to clinch but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Murphy wants to clinch up but Cubbedge keeps it at a distance.
Murphy wants to clinch but Cubbedge slips to the side#TD2#
and Cubbedge counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Cubbedge advances position into side control!
Murphy can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Cubbedge working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
My spies in Xtreme Foaming Shortcakes inform me that Cubbedge has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Cubbedge controls the position from side control.#T1#
Murphy is looking for a sweep.
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.
Murphy trying to control but Cubbedge flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Cubbedge controls the action.
Murphy tries to break free.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Cubbedge scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Cubbedge biding his time, controlling Murphy. #T2##SUB2#
Cubbedge is looking for the choke from the back position but Murphy is controlling his hands well.
Cubbedge controls the position.
Murphy trying to control the position but Cubbedge manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2#
Cubbedge has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Murphy is in real trouble here. Cubbedge gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Murphy is tapping out! Cubbedge wins by rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Billy Cubbedge !

Event: Skrap Fights 85
Date: Sep 21, 2019

#R1#
Karpo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cubbedge moves away.
Cubbedge feinted with a counter takedown.
Crunch! Cubbedge slams his shin into Karpo's torso.
Cubbedge looks to land a right hand but Karpo moved out of range.
Cubbedge tries to bum rush Karpo with a series of wild strikes but Karpo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Karpo misses with a few strikes there.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Karpo 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.
Karpo ducks under a wild hook from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Cubbedge throws a front kick aimed at Karpo's knee but Karpo avoids it well.
Karpo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Karpo counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Cubbedge throws a leg kick
and Karpo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#TD#
Cubbedge shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Karpo manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Karpo looking for a sweep. Not yet Karpo, not yet. #T1#
Cubbedge 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.
Karpo wants to sweep but no luck.
Karpo wants to control the position but Cubbedge says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Cubbedge wants to control but Karpo is keeping him busy.
Karpo tries to roll over but Cubbedge keeps him under control.
Cubbedge looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Cubbedge is keen to just control but Karpo is a slippery customer.
Cubbedge is taking a breather. Karpo 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.#SUB#
Cubbedge wants to work for an arm triangle but Karpo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Karpo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cubbedge connects with a crisp jab.
Cubbedge throws the left hand but Karpo avoids the punch easily.
Cubbedge digs a good hook to Karpo's body.
Cubbedge listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T3##TD#
Karpo gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Cubbedge to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Karpo has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Cubbedge has passed into side control.
Karpo struggling a bit here.
Cubbedge looking to control but instead Karpo has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Karpo wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Karpo trying to get back to full guard but Cubbedge takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Cubbedge controlling from mount. #T4#
Karpo is squirming around, avoiding Cubbedge 's attempts to control the action.
Karpo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Karpo wants to hold on but Cubbedge pushes him away.
Karpo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Cubbedge misses with a looping left.
Cubbedge is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Karpo can do to turn this around?
Karpo scores with a three punch combo!
Cubbedge fails with the takedown
and Karpo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cubbedge throws out a leg kick but Karpo moves out of range and Cubbedge only half commits.
Karpo swings for the body but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Cubbedge swings for the body but Karpo moves out of range.
Cubbedge swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Cubbedge misses with the combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Karpo! But no joy.
Karpo cracks Cubbedge with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karpo loads up on a big right hand but Cubbedge slips the punch.
Cubbedge has been working on his balance at Xtreme Foaming Shortcakes, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Karpo.
Karpo ducks under a wild hook from Cubbedge .
Karpo throws a lazy right hand but Cubbedge sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Karpo tries to move into range but Cubbedge moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Cubbedge tries to bum rush Karpo with a series of wild strikes but Karpo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cubbedge fails to land with a series of punches.
Cubbedge lands a jab to Karpo's midsection.
Cubbedge is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Karpo.
A swing and a miss from Cubbedge .
Karpo throws a hook to the side of Cubbedge 's head but Cubbedge sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cubbedge gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Karpo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cubbedge takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #ROC2#
Cubbedge is rocked!#TD#
Cubbedge scores with a takedown into Karpo's guard.
Oh Cubbedge is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cubbedge trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
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#
Karpo has his feet on Cubbedge 's thighs here. He's pushed Cubbedge off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Cubbedge screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hannu Karpo!
In his post fight interview, Hannu Karpo started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Skrap Fights 76
Date: Aug 24, 2019

#R1#
Jabbar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cubbedge throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A leg kick checked by Jabbar.
Jabbar tests Cubbedge 's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cubbedge lands with a nice combination. Jabbar backs away looking to recover.
Jabbar with a nice cross.
Cubbedge throws a body shot but no joy.
Jabbar jabs Cubbedge right on the nose. Cubbedge blinks but takes it well.
Cubbedge looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jabbar scores with a hook.#ROC2#
Cubbedge is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jabbar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Oh Cubbedge is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cubbedge slips under a jab.
Cubbedge moves out of range of the body kick from Jabbar.
Cubbedge attempts a counter takedown but Jabbar avoids it well and moves away.
Jabbar throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cubbedge seems to have got his legs back now.#TD#
Cubbedge shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Jabbar is refusing to be controlled, as Cubbedge sits in half guard. #T1#
Jabbar is controlling Cubbedge 's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Cubbedge working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Jabbar's thigh. Jabbar counters though and makes it back to full guard. #SUB2#
Jabbar has an active guard here but Cubbedge has managed to pass into half guard.
Cubbedge is just content to waste time from the top position. Jabbar takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Cubbedge pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jabbar is keeping the position for now. #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.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Jabbar keeps moving.
Jabbar is trying to keep Cubbedge in close.
Cubbedge is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Xtreme Foaming Shortcakes that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Cubbedge looking to sit in guard and control but Jabbar gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Cubbedge is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Cubbedge looking for a sweep. Not yet Cubbedge , not yet.
Jabbar is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Cubbedge looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Cubbedge throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Jabbar escapes and throws Cubbedge 's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Jabbar taking a breather here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Cubbedge manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Jabbar wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping him busy. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Cubbedge wants to improve his position but Jabbar is controlling well.
Jabbar tries to pass to full mount but Cubbedge defends it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Jabbar in particular looking to stall.
Jabbar is trying to control. Cubbedge wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jabbar swings for the body but Cubbedge moves out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cubbedge moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Cubbedge ducks under a wild hook from Jabbar.
A punch combination from Jabbar misses.
Jabbar throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Cubbedge closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Muhammad Jabbar will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Cubbedge throws a body shot but no joy.
Jabbar connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Cubbedge 's hands.
A clash of legs there as Cubbedge blocks the low kick.
Cubbedge takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#TD#
Cubbedge gets a double leg takedown into Jabbar's guard.
Cubbedge slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Billy Cubbedge overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Jabbar is keeping the position.
Cubbedge is pushing down on Jabbar's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jabbar is fighting to maintain full guard but Cubbedge has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Jabbar wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Jabbar has a hand on Cubbedge 's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Cubbedge takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Cubbedge controlling the position easily from mount.
Jabbar is looking to improve his position but Cubbedge isn't that keen on the idea.
Jabbar is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The referee warns Jabbar that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #T2##SUB#
Cubbedge has control of Jabbar's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Jabbar regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Jabbar is desperately trying to improve his position but Cubbedge has a good base and remains in mount.
Cubbedge punishing his opponent 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.
Jabbar tries to reverse the position but Cubbedge maintains control.
Jabbar tries to hold on but Cubbedge pushes him away. #T3#
Cubbedge controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Cubbedge goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Jabbar is on top in guard.
Cubbedge tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jabbar controlling from the top position.
Cubbedge keeping moving, preventing Jabbar from controlling successfully. #T4#
Cubbedge not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jabbar looking to sit in guard and control but Cubbedge gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Jabbar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cubbedge 's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Cubbedge got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jabbar has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cubbedge has managed to get both his arms back between Jabbar's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Cubbedge missing with a left hand there. Jabbar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Cubbedge backs off Jabbar throws a huge counter combo but Cubbedge manages to avoid it all.
Cubbedge throws a hook but Jabbar avoids it easily.
Cubbedge looks to score with a jab to the body but Jabbar is just out of range.
Good work by Cubbedge as he checks the leg kick.
Jabbar jabs Cubbedge to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Cubbedge moves out of range as Jabbar strikes.#TD#
Jabbar gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Cubbedge controls from within his opponent's guard.
Cubbedge advances position into side control!
Jabbar 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jabbar sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Jabbar regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1#
Cubbedge passes into half guard.
Cubbedge sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Cubbedge is just content to waste time from the top position. Jabbar takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Cubbedge pushing down on Jabbar's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Cubbedge is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jabbar sees it coming and defends easily.
Cubbedge is stalling here. Jabbar is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Cubbedge seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Jabbar has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Muhammad Jabbar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Cubbedge tries to buck Jabbar off but Jabbar is having none of it.
Cubbedge is not content to let Jabbar control the position.
Cubbedge is looking for a sweep.
Cubbedge is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Jabbar thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
Jabbar wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping him busy.
Cubbedge wants to control but Jabbar postures up.
Jabbar tries to move to mount but Cubbedge blocks the move with his legs.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Jabbar working away.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Jabbar controlling from side mount.
Cubbedge tries to buck Jabbar off but Jabbar is having none of it.
Jabbar tries to move to mount but Cubbedge blocks the move with his legs. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Both fighters circling a little - Jabbar finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Cubbedge on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
An inside leg kick from Cubbedge misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jabbar cracks Cubbedge with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Cubbedge looks to land a combination but Jabbar avoids it well.
Cubbedge takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jabbar checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.

And that's the end of the fight!
Muhammad Jabbar comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jabbar 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 Muhammad Jabbar!
Judge George Francis scores the fight for Billy Cubbedge !
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight for Muhammad Jabbar!

Muhammad Jabbar wins by split decision!
Muhammad Jabbar seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Skrap Fights 60
Date: Jun 29, 2019

#R1#
Asmundsen throws a head kick that misses.
We've been hearing reports that Asmundsen has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Cubbedge misses with a series of wild punches.
Cubbedge takes a swing at Asmundsen's ribcage but misses.
Asmundsen attempts a counter takedown but Cubbedge avoids it well and moves away.
Asmundsen throws an overhand right that lands on Cubbedge 's shoulder, as Cubbedge tries to avoid the shot.
Asmundsen checks a leg kick.
Asmundsen tries to counter by clinching up but Cubbedge breaks away and moves out of range.
Cubbedge uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Asmundsen.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot.
Cubbedge throws a leg kick but Asmundsen moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asmundsen throws a jab but it's blocked by Cubbedge .
Asmundsen misses the jab.
Cubbedge drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Asmundsen defends it well.#CL2#
Cubbedge has managed to clinch.
Cubbedge trying to control the position but instead, Asmundsen has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cubbedge into the ropes.#T1##TD2#
Cubbedge has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Asmundsen is trying to keep an underhook but Cubbedge manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Asmundsen is refusing to be controlled, as Cubbedge sits in half guard.
Cubbedge is taking a breather. Asmundsen 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.
Cubbedge thows a huge punch but Asmundsen dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Asmundsen is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Cubbedge is tapping! Great win for Asmundsen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Trond Asmundsen!

Event: Skrap Fights 50
Date: May 25, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Cubbedge rushes Jackson and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#TD2#
Cubbedge has clasped his hands together around Jackson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Jackson is trying to work for a sweep but Cubbedge has mounted him!
Cubbedge lands a nice shot to the head.
Jackson sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Cubbedge slows the pace down in half guard.
Jackson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Cubbedge .
Jackson has hold of Cubbedge 's hands but Cubbedge slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Cubbedge trying to control the pace.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Jackson is trying to maintain the position but Cubbedge is very close to passing his half 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.
Cubbedge slips a nice elbow through Jackson's hands, connecting with Jackson's forehead.
Cubbedge looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Cubbedge throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Cubbedge takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Cubbedge has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2#
The referee warns Jackson that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Cubbedge landing strikes, looking to finish!
Cubbedge landing strikes, looking to finish!
Cubbedge has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Cubbedge has his opponent pinned against the ropes, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Jackson's face. #SUB2#
Cubbedge looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Cubbedge throwing strikes here but Jackson is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage. #T3#
Cubbedge working Jackson over with strikes here.
Jackson blocking the ground and pound.
Cubbedge takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Cubbedge thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Cubbedge takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jackson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Five Round Fight Club NY (50 max), so we'll see if he gets out of it.
It looks like Cubbedge might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Jackson takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Cubbedge controlling his opponent. #T4#
Cubbedge sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Cubbedge throws some wild stikes that Jackson manages to avoid easily. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Jackson is surviving well by controlling Cubbedge 's body position as best he can.
Poor strikes thrown by Cubbedge there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Cubbedge throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cubbedge landing shots from mount.
BOOM! Cubbedge connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Cubbedge throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
That's time! Jackson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Cubbedge pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Cubbedge getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL2#
Jackson tries to keep at a distance but Cubbedge has taken the fight into the clinch.
Cubbedge drops down looking for an ankle pick but Jackson pulls his leg out and moves away.
Cubbedge connects with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Jackson blocks a head kick by Cubbedge . #T1#
Cubbedge digs a good body shot into Jackson's ribs.#CL2#
Cubbedge moves into range and clinches up with Jackson.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Cubbedge on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Cubbedge breaks the clinch.
Jack Jackson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Jackson gets tackled into the ropes by Cubbedge . Cubbedge maintains the clinch.
Cubbedge presses Jackson against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Cubbedge landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Cubbedge '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.#BC2#
Cubbedge breaks the clinch. #T2#
A shot to the liver by Cubbedge . Beautiful body shot.#TD2#
Cubbedge shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Cubbedge showed some decent athleticism there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cubbedge throwing shots but Jackson is blocking nicely.
Well, if Cubbedge 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. #T3#
Jackson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Cubbedge on the ground.
Cubbedge is continuing to stall.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Cubbedge plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CL2#
Cubbedge moves into the clinch.
Cubbedge changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Jackson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Cubbedge tries a head kick but it misses.
Jackson wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#CL2#
Cubbedge moves into the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Cubbedge has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Jackson clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Jackson covering up well under a series of strikes from Cubbedge .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Jackson tries to sprawl but Cubbedge drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Jackson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Cubbedge tries to pass to full mount but Jackson defends it.
Cubbedge content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jackson's head. #T1#
Cubbedge sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jackson defending well though.
Cubbedge wants to pass the guard but Jackson is defending well.
Cubbedge slows the pace down in half guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Cubbedge fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Jackson sprawls well initially but Cubbedge persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T2#
Cubbedge is taking a breather. Jackson 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.
Cubbedge thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Cubbedge sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3#
Cubbedge trying to mount his opponent but Jackson defends it. #SUB2#
Cubbedge is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jackson sees it coming and defends easily.
Cubbedge slips a nice elbow through Jackson's hands, connecting with Jackson's forehead.
Cubbedge stalling.
Cubbedge missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jackson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge drops an elbow to the side of Jackson's head.
Cubbedge not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Cubbedge scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Billy Cubbedge has got the better of the ground game so far.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Cubbedge not doing much here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jack Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Billy Cubbedge is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge jabs Jackson to the body, keeping him at a distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Cubbedge comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Cubbedge 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 Chris Downing scores the fight for Billy Cubbedge !
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Billy Cubbedge !
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight for Billy Cubbedge !

Billy Cubbedge wins by unanimous decision!

Event: Skrap Fights 38
Date: Apr 13, 2019

#R1#
Good exchange - Candelaria coming out on top.
Cubbedge misses with a low kick.
Candelaria swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Cubbedge counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Cubbedge stops Candelaria from getting back to his feet.
Cubbedge wants to take a breather but Candelaria is having none of it.
Cubbedge sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Candelaria wants to get back to his feet.
Candelaria wants to stand back up but Cubbedge manages to pass into side control.
Cubbedge moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Candelaria wants to get back to his feet but Cubbedge is dominant here and he's now got Candelaria's back!
Candelaria is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Cubbedge has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Candelaria! Can he survive? No! He's out! Cubbedge gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Billy Cubbedge !

Event: Skrap Fights 33
Date: Mar 23, 2019

#R1#
Guillen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cubbedge .
Cubbedge misses with a right hand
and Guillen counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Juan Carlos Guillen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Guillen connects with a body shot that sends Cubbedge 's belly button to the back.
Cubbedge throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Guillen just misses with a punch to the body.
Guillen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Cubbedge on the side of the head.
A combination from Guillen does no damage.
Cubbedge throws a body kick that misses.
Cubbedge tries a head kick but it misses.
The fighters circling - Guillen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cubbedge attempts a counter takedown but Guillen avoids it well and moves away.
Guillen throws a jab when Cubbedge was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Cubbedge darts in and clinches Guillen up against the ropes.
Cubbedge has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Guillen is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Guillen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Guillen misses with some punches.
Guillen lands a shoulder strike.
I was talking to Cubbedge 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
Guillen works on Cubbedge 's body with a couple of short punches.
Cubbedge goes for a takedown in the clinch but Guillen prevents it.
Guillen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Cubbedge looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Cubbedge . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Guillen misses with the head strike.
Guillen lands with a right to the head.
Cubbedge blocks a body shot from Guillen.
Guillen tries to throw a body punch but Cubbedge avoids it by throwing Guillen back against the ropes.
Guillen working aggressively here.
Guillen misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Guillen.
Cubbedge is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Guillen pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Cubbedge letting Guillen take a breather here.
Guillen misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Guillen lands a right hand.
Guillen is trying to break the clinch but Cubbedge is controlling him.
Cubbedge wants a takedown.
Guillen lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cubbedge blocks a body shot from Guillen.
Cubbedge blocks an uppercut. #TD#
Cubbedge has clasped his hands together around Guillen's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
You can see the frustration on Guillen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Guillen parries the strikes from Cubbedge easily there. Cubbedge is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Guillen to escape.
Cubbedge misses with the ground and pound.
The referee asks Cubbedge politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Cubbedge prefers to stall for the moment though.
Guillen 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.#T3#
Guillen tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Cubbedge presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Guillen wants to try and get back to his feet.
Cubbedge landing strikes, looking to finish!
Cubbedge takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Cubbedge tries to control but Guillen wriggling away.
Cubbedge sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Cubbedge looking to control and managing it successfully.
Cubbedge landing punches.
Cubbedge throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Cubbedge unloads with some shots from mount but Guillen bucks and avoids them well.
Cubbedge throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T4#
Guillen is working to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #ROC#
Guillen is rocked!
Cubbedge prevents Guillen from getting the reversal.
Guillen is still in real trouble! Can Cubbedge finish him?
Cubbedge cracks Guillen with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Billy Cubbedge !

Event: Skrap Fights 24
Date: Feb 23, 2019

#R1#
Cleinias looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Cubbedge stuffs the takedown.
Cleinias feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Cubbedge s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#
It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Cleinias takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Cubbedge throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Cleinias misses with a series of wild punches.
Cubbedge feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Cleinias gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Cubbedge sitting in guard here, content to control.
Cubbedge looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge content to stall in guard here.
Cleinias is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Cubbedge is controlling him. #T1##ES2#
Cleinias pushes Cubbedge off and gets back to his feet.
Cubbedge on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Cubbedge thumps Cleinias with a low kick.
Cubbedge showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cleinias. #CL#
Cubbedge clinches with his opponent.
Cleinias is trying to break free.
Cleinias wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
I was talking to Cubbedge 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Cubbedge prevents Cleinias from breaking the clinch.
Cleinias tries to break the clinch but Cubbedge is controlling the position.
Cleinias has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Cubbedge has Cleinias pressed against the ropes, preventing Cleinias from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T2#
Cleinias tries to circle away but Cubbedge has him pinned against the ropes.
Cubbedge has Cleinias pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Cleinias manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Cleinias can't break the clinch.
Cleinias wants to break the clinch but can't.
Cleinias tries to break free but Cubbedge pushes him back against the ropes.
Cleinias can't break the clinch.
Cleinias is looking to break free of the clinch but Cubbedge has double underhooks.
Cleinias working hard to break the clinch.
Cleinias wants to break the clinch but can't. #TD#
Cubbedge wants the takedown. Cleinias is fighting it off but Cubbedge persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Cleinias's guard against the ropes.
Cleinias wants to stand and escape but Cubbedge is having none of it.
Cubbedge 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. #T3#
Cubbedge is working Cleinias over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Cleinias really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Cubbedge . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Cleinias is looking to stand up but Cubbedge isn't so interested in that idea.
Cleinias is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Cubbedge is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Cleinias is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Cubbedge is controlling him.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Cleinias lands with a right hand.
Cleinias swings for the body but Cubbedge moves out of range.
Cubbedge tries to counter with a takedown but Cleinias is quick to defend against it.
Cubbedge takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Cubbedge uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cleinias.
Cleinias misses with a jab to the body #TD#
and Cubbedge counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cleinias!
Cleinias is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but Cubbedge has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T4##SUB#
Cubbedge tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Cubbedge has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Cubbedge prevents Cleinias from escaping the position.
Cubbedge scores with a couple of short elbows.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cleinias is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Cubbedge asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Cubbedge working the head and body with strikes.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Cleinias takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Cleinias being controlled for a moment.
Cubbedge prevents Cleinias from escaping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Billy Cubbedge will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
That's time! Cubbedge 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Cubbedge takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #TD#
Cubbedge shoots in and gets a takedown into Cleinias's guard.
Cubbedge postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Cubbedge slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Cleinias is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Cubbedge 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2#
Cleinias manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Cleinias shoots in looking for a takedown. Cubbedge tries to sprawl out of it but Cleinias keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Cubbedge manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Cleinias missing with a left hand there. Cubbedge was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Cubbedge lands a nice looking body kick.
Cubbedge misses with a body kick.
Cleinias throws a right hand that misses #TD#
so Cubbedge counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Cleinias is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Cleinias being controlled here, momentarily.
Cubbedge prevents Cleinias from getting back to his feet.
Cubbedge slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in 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.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T2#
Cleinias is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Cubbedge is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Cleinias avoids the head kick by Cubbedge . #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Cubbedge .
Cubbedge controlling the position.
Cubbedge lands some shots froms side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cubbedge controlling the position from side mount.
Cleinias pushes Cubbedge away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Cubbedge gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Cleinias takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T3##SUB#
Cubbedge thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Cubbedge prevents Cleinias from escaping the position.
Cubbedge working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Cleinias tries to escape but Cubbedge is in control.
Cubbedge is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cleinias can do to turn this around?
Cleinias tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Cleinias is trying to stand up.
Cubbedge with shots to the head and body - Cleinias looks very uncomfortable down there.
Cubbedge sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Cleinias'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.
Cubbedge is landing with some decent strikes but Cleinias is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Cubbedge with the ground and pound from mount.
Cubbedge won't let Cleinias get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #T4#
Cubbedge lands with some strikes.
Cleinias tries to buck Cubbedge off but he can't manage it.
Cubbedge controlling the pace for now.
Billy Cubbedge overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cleinias is trying to stand.
Cubbedge controlling the pace for now.
Cubbedge 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Cleinias is trying to get to the ropes to help him get back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cubbedge is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Cleinias can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Cubbedge looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Cleinias misses with a series of wild punches.
Alcibiades Cleinias seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cleinias misses with a body punch #TD#
and Cubbedge counters with a takedown into side control.
Cubbedge controlling from side mount.
Cleinias bucks up and tries to throw Cubbedge off but instead Cubbedge has got his back!
Cubbedge connects with a big shot to the side of Cleinias's head.
Cubbedge 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.
Cleinias wants to get back to his feet.
Cleinias is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Cubbedge .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cleinias wants to get back to his feet. #T1#
Cleinias is trying to remain composed but Cubbedge is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Cubbedge controls the position.
Cubbedge is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Cubbedge gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Cubbedge gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Cubbedge apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Cubbedge displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cleinias throws out the jab.
Billy Cubbedge is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Cleinias shoots in for a takedown but Cubbedge shows good takedown defense.
Cleinias lands a jab to Cubbedge 's midsection.
Cleinias pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cleinias takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cleinias. Cubbedge does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cleinias with a poor takedown #TD#
and Cubbedge counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Cubbedge .
Cleinias has momentary wrist control but Cubbedge slips an elbow through the middle.
Cubbedge controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Cubbedge trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cubbedge lands a couple of elbows.
Cubbedge pushing down on Cleinias's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Cleinias is trying to stand up here but Cubbedge is controlling him well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#T2#
Cubbedge perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Cleinias looks like he's trying to stand up.
Cubbedge keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Cleinias looks like he's trying to stand up.
Well, if Cubbedge 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. #SUB#
Cubbedge is looking for a kimura here.
Cleinias is looking to escape.#T3#
Cubbedge controlling the action here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cleinias throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cubbedge sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Cubbedge .
Cleinias wants to get back to his feet but Cubbedge drags him back down.
Cubbedge 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.
Cubbedge lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Cleinias down.
Cubbedge scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Cleinias to see if he's OK.
Alcibiades Cleinias has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Cleinias on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Cubbedge working the ground and pound.
Cleinias throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Cleinias is trying to get back to his feet.
Cubbedge scoring with punches from side control.
Cleinias bucks up and tries to throw Cubbedge off but instead Cubbedge has got his back!#SUB#
Cubbedge looking for the RNC.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cubbedge slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Cleinias wants to get back to his feet.
Cubbedge lands shots from the back.
Billy Cubbedge is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cleinias is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight for Billy Cubbedge !
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight for Billy Cubbedge !
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight for Billy Cubbedge !

Billy Cubbedge wins by unanimous decision!

Event: Skrap Fights 14
Date: Jan 19, 2019

#R1#
Cubbedge misses with a few strikes there.
Cubbedge slaps away a takedown attempt from Rita, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rita moves out of range of the body kick from Cubbedge .
Rita goes for a double leg but Cubbedge avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Cubbedge continues to drive forward.
Rita shoots for a takedown but Cubbedge saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grape Rita. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rita uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cubbedge .
Rita tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Cubbedge manages to circle out of the way.#CL2#
Cubbedge has managed to clinch.
Rita tries to score a body lock takedown but Cubbedge shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Rita goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cubbedge prevents it. #TD2#
Cubbedge wants the takedown. Rita is fighting it off but Cubbedge persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Rita's guard against the ropes.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Rita is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rita keeping full guard, as Cubbedge tries to pass.
Rita looking to control.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Rita is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Cubbedge passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Cubbedge taking a breather here.
Rita is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Touch Of Death Combat Academy that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Rita is looking for a sweep.
Cubbedge working the head with strikes.
Rita is looking to reverse the position.
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Rita is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cubbedge in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
The referee asks Cubbedge politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Cubbedge prefers to stall for the moment though.
Cubbedge working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB2#
Cubbedge wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Rita, who protects the arm well.
Cubbedge controlling the position from side mount. #T2#
Rita is looking for a sweep.
Cubbedge controlling the position from side mount.
Rita takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Rita knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Cubbedge on the ground.
Rita is looking for a sweep.
Cubbedge taking a breather here.
Rita is pushing Cubbedge 's head away, looking to escape. Cubbedge manages to hold on to the position though.
Rita takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Rita is looking for a sweep.
Cubbedge cracks Rita with a big elbow.
Cubbedge works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T3#
Rita wants to control but Cubbedge postures up.
Cubbedge working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Cubbedge tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Cubbedge has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Cubbedge working the ground and pound.
Rita tries to get back to half guard but can't.
My spies in Xtreme Foraging Systems inform me that Cubbedge has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rita can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Cubbedge has hold of Rita's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Rita seems comfortable defending it but Cubbedge has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Rita is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Rita is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Cubbedge couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Billy Cubbedge !

Event: TWGC 23 (185lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 17, 2018

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ronald Dela Rosa (ranked 4807 p4p, 500 weight class) and Billy Cubbedge (ranked 6859 p4p, 580 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

191 cm
26 yrs
194 lbs

190 cm
20 yrs
199 lbs

Dela Rosa

Cubbedge

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Ronald Dela Rosa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Billy Cubbedge !
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Paulsen Ambrosius and Saam Ante.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Dela Rosa gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (2) Cubbedge
Cubbedge looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Cubbedge must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dela Rosa trying to control the position.

Dela Rosa has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Cubbedge should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Dela Rosa has tightened it up now! Cubbedge should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ronald Dela Rosa!

Event: TWGC 23 (185lbs, D3): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 09, 2018

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Billy Cubbedge (ranked 6802 p4p, 576 weight class) and Tommy Ebbitt (ranked 3961 p4p, 398 weight class). Ebbitt has chosen DMX-Ain't No Sunshine as his entrance music. Tommy Ebbitt is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

190 cm
20 yrs
199 lbs

175 cm
29 yrs
186 lbs

Cubbedge

Ebbitt

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Billy Cubbedge ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Tommy Ebbitt!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Cecil Peabody and Daniel Franklin.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Cubbedge moves into the clinch successfully.
We've been hearing reports that Cubbedge has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.

Cubbedge lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cubbedge (2) vs (0) Ebbitt
Cubbedge will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Cubbedge showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

Ebbitt escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cubbedge gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.

Ebbitt working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Cubbedge has passed into half guard!

Cubbedge is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ebbitt has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Cubbedge is working for a submission of some sort.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Ebbitt tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Cubbedge has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cubbedge (5) vs (0) Ebbitt
Ebbitt is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge tries to control but Ebbitt wriggling away.
Ebbitt keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ebbitt 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.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Cubbedge wants to finish this one by submission but Ebbitt is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Cubbedge .
Ebbitt wants to control but Cubbedge is having none of it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Cubbedge sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ebbitt wants to hold on but Cubbedge pushes him away.
Ebbitt is trying desperately to improve position.
Cubbedge trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ebbitt tries to hold on but Cubbedge pushes him away.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Cubbedge jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Ebbitt manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Cubbedge wants to control but Ebbitt is keeping him busy.
Ebbitt is trying to get back to half guard.
Ebbitt is not content to let Cubbedge control the position.
Ebbitt tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Cubbedge slows the pace down.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but Ebbitt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ebbitt stops Cubbedge from passing to mount.
Ebbitt is trying to improve his position.
Ebbitt can't do much from the bottom here.
Cubbedge is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.

That's five minutes gone in the round.

Cubbedge thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ebbitt is looking for a sweep.
Ebbitt is still trying to improve position.
Cubbedge is staying tight to Ebbitt's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Ebbitt is trying to get back to half guard.
Ebbitt wants to control but Cubbedge postures up.
Ebbitt tries to control but Cubbedge manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Cubbedge (8) vs (0) Ebbitt

That's six minutes gone in the round.

Ebbitt showing good submission defense here.
Ebbitt tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Cubbedge trying to control but Ebbitt is having none of it.
Cubbedge tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ebbitt regains half guard.

Ebbitt actively working from the bottom here.

Cubbedge is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ebbitt tries to roll over but Cubbedge keeps him under control.

Cubbedge is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ebbitt defends it well.
Cubbedge keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Cubbedge seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ebbitt for as long as he can get away with.
Cubbedge works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cubbedge (11) vs (0) Ebbitt

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ebbitt manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cubbedge (11) vs (2) Ebbitt
Cubbedge gets back to full guard.
Ebbitt passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cubbedge (11) vs (5) Ebbitt
Ebbitt gets to mount! Cubbedge was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Cubbedge (11) vs (7) Ebbitt
Cubbedge tries to lock up and control but Ebbitt gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ebbitt looking to control but Cubbedge is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.

Ebbitt goes for an armbar but Cubbedge turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Cubbedge .
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cubbedge (13) vs (7) Ebbitt

That's nine minutes gone in the round.

Ebbitt had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cubbedge defends it easily.
Cubbedge advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Cubbedge (16) vs (7) Ebbitt
Ebbitt is looking to regain half guard here but Cubbedge keeps moving and retains side control.
Ebbitt is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Cubbedge off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Cubbedge (16) vs (11) Ebbitt
Cubbedge tries to escape but Ebbitt has the hooks in and won't let him break free.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ebbitt is looking to control Cubbedge but Cubbedge is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Cubbedge can't escape the position.

Ebbitt is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Cubbedge knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Cubbedge for a finish.
Cubbedge is trying to break free.

Ebbitt is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Cubbedge has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Cubbedge tries to escape the position.

Ebbitt is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Cubbedge has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.

Ebbitt is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Cubbedge defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Cubbedge trying to control but not successfully.
Ebbitt just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.

Ebbitt working for a choke but Cubbedge is defending well.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Cubbedge trying to control but not successfully.

Cubbedge is having to fend off submission attempts from Ebbitt, who is looking to sink in the choke. Ebbitt doesn't have the hooks in though and Cubbedge manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cubbedge (18) vs (11) Ebbitt
Ebbitt trying to keep a closed guard but Cubbedge is proving a slippery customer.
Ebbitt keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.

Ebbitt throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ebbitt keeping moving, preventing Cubbedge from controlling successfully.
Cubbedge is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but Ebbitt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Ebbitt throws his legs up looking for a submission but Cubbedge uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cubbedge (21) vs (11) Ebbitt
A lull in the action here.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ebbitt is looking to regain half guard here but Cubbedge keeps moving and retains side control.
Ebbitt manages to get back to half guard.
Ebbitt wants to control but Cubbedge is keeping busy.

Cubbedge seems to be working for a kimura but Ebbitt defends the submission attempt.
Cubbedge keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge continues to stall.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cubbedge takes the fight on points by 21 to 11.
In defeat, Tommy Ebbitt stepped up to the mic, saying 'i'll be back, we all win, We all lose. Its how you respond that matters...I need to spend time with my kids, get wasted and get in the gym'.

Event: TWGC 23 (185lbs, D3): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Billy Cubbedge (ranked 6758 p4p, 577 weight class) and Wayde West (ranked 6928 p4p, 0 weight class). West has chosen Sober as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

190 cm
20 yrs
199 lbs

187 cm
39 yrs
168 lbs

Cubbedge

West

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Billy Cubbedge ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Wayde West!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Tiny Johnson and Robert Twigg.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
West shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Cubbedge sprawls well. Cubbedge wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. West gets slowly back to his feet.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

Cubbedge drives through and clinches with West against the cage.
Cubbedge is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Cubbedge is looking for a takedown up against the cage. West gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
West is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cubbedge is defending well.

Cubbedge has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but West regains guard immediately.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cubbedge (2) vs (0) West
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
West trying to keep a closed guard but Cubbedge is proving a slippery customer.
Cubbedge stays in close to West's body and controls the position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Cubbedge passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cubbedge (5) vs (0) West
West is letting Cubbedge control him for a moment.

Cubbedge working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.

Cubbedge is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, West has escaped the position, nice work there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
West is looking to reverse the position.
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but West is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

Cubbedge tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
West is trying to improve his position.

Cubbedge goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, West rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Cubbedge 's guard! Nice work there by West!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cubbedge (5) vs (2) West

That's three minutes gone in the round.
West wants to pass the guard but Cubbedge is keeping the position.
West wants to control from the top but Cubbedge keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cubbedge pulls West in close to prevent any damage.
West advances to half guard.
West trying to advance position but Cubbedge counters by regaining guard.
Cubbedge keeping moving, preventing West from controlling successfully.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
West sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Cubbedge 's guard.
West is looking to advance position but Cubbedge won't allow it.
West works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cubbedge (5) vs (5) West
West can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Cubbedge is looking to escape.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Cubbedge is working to get back to half guard.
Cubbedge regains half guard.
Cubbedge is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Cubbedge is looking to control West's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Cubbedge avoid being mounted?
Cubbedge definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Cubbedge wants to improve his position but West is controlling well.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Cubbedge is trying to maintain the position but West is very close to passing his half guard.
West seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Cubbedge does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
West wants to pass the guard but Cubbedge is defending well.
Cubbedge is trying to maintain the position but West is very close to passing his half guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
West is trying to control the action in half guard but Cubbedge is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.

West is trying to work for a kimura but Cubbedge is defending well.
West trying to control from half guard but Cubbedge is working away.
Cubbedge manages to get to full guard.
West looking to sit in guard and control but Cubbedge gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cubbedge (7) vs (5) West

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
West can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Cubbedge controls the pace.
West is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but West keeps moving.
Cubbedge 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.
West is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.

West throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Cubbedge showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
West trying to keep a closed guard but Cubbedge is proving a slippery customer.
Cubbedge sitting in guard here, content to control.
West 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.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Cubbedge is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
West controlling the position.
West keeping full guard, as Cubbedge tries to pass.
West looking for a sweep. Not yet West, not yet.
Cubbedge trying to control the position from guard on top but West is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cubbedge 's corner is telling him to maintain position.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but West keeps moving.

West throws his legs up looking for a submission but Cubbedge uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cubbedge (10) vs (5) West
Cubbedge is looking to take a break and control but West is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

Cubbedge wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by West, who protects the arm well.

Cubbedge is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. West knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Cubbedge wants to control but West is keeping him busy.
Cubbedge taking a breather here.

Cubbedge looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.

Cubbedge is trying to get an arm triangle but West is defending well.
West can't do much from the bottom here.
West might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Cubbedge haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
West is looking for a sweep.
Cubbedge wants to control but West is keeping him busy.
Cubbedge controls the position.
Cubbedge tries to advance position but instead West slips a leg back in to half guard.
Cubbedge seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but West does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cubbedge perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cubbedge takes the fight on points by 10 to 5.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 28, 2018

#R1#
Baskin dives in and grabs Cubbedge 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cubbedge pushes down on Baskin's head and hops out.
Baskin looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Cubbedge is fending him off so far but Baskin persists. Nope, Cubbedge circles away and we're back to standing.
Baskin ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Baskin moves in looking to clinch but Cubbedge pushes him off.
Baskin moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Cubbedge moves into the clinch.
Baskin fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amire Baskin. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Cubbedge 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Baskin closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT#
It looks like Billy Cubbedge has been cut.
Billy Cubbedge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cubbedge throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Baskin is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cubbedge .
Cubbedge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cubbedge misses with a body kick.
Baskin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cubbedge tries to avoid it but Baskin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cubbedge to the ground. Cubbedge escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Cubbedge feints and as Baskin raises his hands in defense, Cubbedge changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Baskin wants to get back to his feet but Cubbedge passes into half guard. #T1##REVR#
Baskin on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Cubbedge sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Baskin wants to get back to full guard.
Cubbedge slows the pace down in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
Baskin actively working from the bottom here.
Cubbedge is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Cubbedge lands with a punch from half guard. #T3#
Cubbedge perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Cubbedge 's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cubbedge will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Baskin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cubbedge as he jumps to the side.
Baskin is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Cubbedge rushes Baskin and presses him up against the cage.
Baskin is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Cubbedge pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T4##TD2#
Cubbedge has picked Baskin up - he's going for a ride! Cubbedge dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Cubbedge is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Baskin!
Cubbedge landing strikes from the mount and Baskin is in trouble!
The referee warns Baskin that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Cubbedge has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Baskin in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cubbedge has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Baskin's face.
Cubbedge tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
More stalling from Cubbedge .
Baskin in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Billy Cubbedge dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Billy Cubbedge 's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Baskin blocks the body kick.
Baskin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cubbedge as he jumps to the side.
Baskin tries to clinch there but Cubbedge circles away.
Baskin dives in for a single leg takedown but Cubbedge sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Cubbedge throws a series of punches but Baskin moves out of range.
Baskin misses the jab.
Baskin darts in looking for a takedown but Cubbedge gets double underhooks and turns Baskin into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amire Baskin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cubbedge misses with a body shot.
Cubbedge has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Cubbedge closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cubbedge working the head and body with strikes.
Cubbedge with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Cubbedge lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Baskin quite badly. Baskin pulls Cubbedge in close trying to recover. Cubbedge postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Baskin on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Baskin doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Billy Cubbedge !

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