Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: UnderGround FC 141
Date: Jul 11, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Keter throws a nice inside leg kick.
Lievremont lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Keter circles away quickly and effectively.
Lievremont walks into a left hand.
Keter throws a jab when Lievremont was well out of range.
Keter with a jab.
Lievremont 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.
Some bone on bone action there as Lievremont checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #TD#
Lievremont throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Keter tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lievremont is in Keter's guard.
Lievremont trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lievremont accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Keter is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lievremont in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Keter wants to sweep here but Lievremont controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Lievremont drops back looking for a leg! Keter is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Keter manages to kick Lievremont off! Lievremont jumps back into Keter's guard. #T1#
Lievremont in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lievremont is looking to work some ground and pound but Keter has wrist control.
Lievremont 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.
Lievremont stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Keter swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lievremont wants to control from the top but Keter keeps moving.
Lievremont sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Keter's guard.
Lievremont seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Keter does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lievremont tries to pass to full mount but Keter defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Keter is refusing to be controlled, as Lievremont sits in half guard.
Keter trying to control here.
Keter tries to roll over but Lievremont keeps him under control.#SUB#
Lievremont seems to be looking for submissions.
Lievremont scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Keter trying to control here.
Lievremont perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Lievremont lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T3#
Lievremont is looking to stall here but Keter recovers full guard.
Lievremont is looking to work some ground and pound but Keter has wrist control.#SUB#
Lievremont drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lievremont jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lievremont trying to control the position from guard on top but Keter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lievremont throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Keter works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lievremont stopping the sweep attempt from Keter.
Keter really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lievremont. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Keter working a defensive guard here.
Lievremont might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Keter looking for a sweep. Not yet Keter, not yet.
Lievremont 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.
Lievremont working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Keter keeping moving, preventing Lievremont from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Keter as he avoids it easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Keter.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Keter. Lievremont does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lievremont half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Keter throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Lievremont on the side of the head.
Keter throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sylvain Lievremont will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Keter throws a sloppy head kick and Lievremont moves out of range easily.
Keter pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Keter thows a leg kick but Lievremont checks it #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Lievremont is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lievremont is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Keter can do to turn this around?
Lievremont throwing strikes but missing.
Keter wants to sweep here but Lievremont controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lievremont drops back looking for a leg! Keter is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Keter manages to kick Lievremont off! Lievremont jumps back into Keter's guard.
Lievremont controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Lievremont is pushing down on Keter's leg trying to pass to half guard. Keter is fighting to maintain full guard but Lievremont has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Lievremont is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Keter is just riding it out for now. Lievremont eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Lievremont is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Keter trying to control but Lievremont postures up.
Keter wants to improve his position but Lievremont is controlling well. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Lievremont seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Lievremont is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lievremont wants to free his trapped foot but Keter is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Lievremont is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Keter trying to control here.
Sylvain Lievremont overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Lievremont trying to pass the guard but Keter defending well. #SUB#
Lievremont is working for a kimura but Keter is defending it quite comfortably.
Keter trying to hold on to Lievremont's head to control him but Lievremont postures up.
Lievremont wants to pass to mount but Keter is defending the position.
Keter is trying to maintain the position but Lievremont is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A low kick from Keter is predictable there #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #T4##SUB#
Lievremont is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lievremont content to control rather than advance.
Keter controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Lievremont thows a huge punch but Keter dodges it nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Keter manages to get to full guard.
Keter is trying to control the position but Lievremont postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sylvain Lievremont dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Lievremont takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lievremont smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Keter throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Keter swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Keter throws a leg kick which misses Lievremont's front leg but catches the back leg as Lievremont tries to avoid it.
Good leg kick by Keter.
Keter throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Both fighters circling a little - Keter finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Keter moves away from the strike by Lievremont.
Wilfred Keter 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.
Keter throws a head kick that half lands.
Lievremont checks a leg kick nicely.
Keter swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1#
Lievremont closes this distance looking for a takedown but Keter circles away.
Keter dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lievremont. That did some damage!
Keter with a hook.#TD#
Lievremont fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Keter to the ground. Lievremont is now in Keter's guard.
Lievremont pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Keter is keeping the position for now.
Lievremont in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lievremont trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Keter manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Lievremont looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lievremont trying to control the position.
Lievremont pulls Keter in close to prevent any damage.
Wilfred Keter has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB#
Lievremont isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Keter stacks Lievremont on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Keter!
The referee asks Keter politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Keter prefers to stall for the moment though.
Lievremont tries to buck Keter off but Keter is having none of it.
Lievremont is not content to let Keter control the position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lievremont is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Keter trying to control the action but Lievremont is working from the bottom.
Keter controlling the position from side mount.
Keter wants to control but Lievremont is keeping him busy.
Lievremont is trying to get back to half guard.
Lievremont gets back to half guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lievremont is trying to maintain the position but Keter is very close to passing his half guard.
Lievremont is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lievremont wants to control but Keter is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Keter tried to score with a low kick but Lievremont checks it.
Lievremont tries to counter with a takedown but Keter is quick to defend against it.
Lievremont throws a jab but it's blocked by Keter.
Keter drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lievremont defends it well.
Keter misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Lievremont is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Keter knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Lievremont thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wilfred Keter comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lievremont 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sylvain Lievremont!
Sylvain Lievremont took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: UnderGround FC 126
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
Lievremont fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kunakorn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lievremont shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kunakorn defends it nicely.
We've been told by Kunakorn's head coaches at Master Chai's Dojo that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kunakorn stuffs the takedown attempt from Lievremont. Lievremont gets slowly back to his feet.
Bayani Kunakorn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sylvain Lievremont.
Jab, jab by Lievremont - just one landing. #TD2#
Kunakorn gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Lievremont to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Lievremont trying to control but Kunakorn is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lievremont is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Lievremont engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Lievremont trying to control but Kunakorn is working from the bottom.
Lievremont might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kunakorn haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kunakorn wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lievremont distracts Kunakorn with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kunakorn keeping full guard, as Lievremont tries to pass. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lievremont wants to control from the top but Kunakorn keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lievremont is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Kunakorn has Lievremont pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kunakorn dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lievremont. That did some damage!
Sylvain Lievremont seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kunakorn throws a body punch but Lievremont moves out of range.
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown but Kunakorn shows good takedown defense.
Lievremont looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T3#
Lievremont has a takedown stuffed.
Kunakorn is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kunakorn lunges at Lievremont with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lievremont's hand.
Jab by Kunakorn.
Lievremont takes one to the side of the head.
Lievremont 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.
Kunakorn lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lievremont doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Lievremont takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lievremont throws a lazy uppercut
and Lievremont takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lievremont takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lievremont with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kunakorn counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kunakorn lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kunakorn swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Lievremont looks to throw the jab but Kunakorn is out of range.
It looked like Kunakorn was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kunakorn swings for the body but Lievremont moves out of range.
Lievremont lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD2#
Lievremont shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Lievremont showed some decent athleticism there.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kunakorn trying to hold on to Lievremont's head to control him but Lievremont postures up.
Lievremont thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Lievremont takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kunakorn is staying active underneath Lievremont, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lievremont is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Lievremont is looking for a kimura here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bayani Kunakorn dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nice takedown defense from Kunakorn. No joy for Lievremont on that attempt.
Lievremont dives in for a single leg takedown but Kunakorn sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kunakorn fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lievremont just manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Lievremont is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kunakorn is just riding it out for now. Lievremont eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Lievremont wants to work for an arm triangle but Kunakorn is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kunakorn has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lievremont is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Lievremont working over Kunakorn with some ground and pound. Kunakorn looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Lievremont is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kunakorn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lievremont. #SUB2#
Lievremont is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kunakorn is just riding it out for now. Lievremont eventually gives up the hold.
Kunakorn trying to control from the bottom. #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.
Lievremont takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lievremont throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Sylvain Lievremont has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Lievremont is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kunakorn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lievremont. #SUB2#
Lievremont seems to be working for a kimura but Kunakorn defends the submission attempt.
Kunakorn preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T3##SUB#
Kunakorn looking for submissions off his back.
Lievremont trying to control the action but Kunakorn is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lievremont is working for a submission of some sort.
Kunakorn is refusing to be controlled, as Lievremont sits in half guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lievremont throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Kunakorn to regain full guard.
Lievremont 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.
Kunakorn keeping moving, preventing Lievremont from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A big right from Lievremont misses.
It looked like Kunakorn was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lievremont.
Bayani Kunakorn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A punch lands to the side of Kunakorn 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lievremont shoots in but Kunakorn avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bayani Kunakorn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sylvain Lievremont.
Lievremont throws a hook but Kunakorn avoids it easily.
Kunakorn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kunakorn misses with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sylvain Lievremont 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#
Kunakorn lands a two punch combo.
Kunakorn throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kunakorn scores with a hook.
Lievremont throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kunakorn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kunakorn lands a jab-cross combination.
Lievremont stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kunakorn.
Kunakorn buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kunakorn ducks under a wild hook from Lievremont.
A little feinted left hand from Kunakorn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kunakorn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lievremont sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lievremont shoots in for a double leg but Kunakorn sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
As Lievremont backs away, Kunakorn returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lievremont with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kunakorn to score with a decent uppercut.
Kunakorn chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kunakorn connects with the punch.
Kunakorn displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lievremont.
Lievremont bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Kunakorn works Lievremont's body with a nice hook.
Bayani Kunakorn is winning the standup battle so far.
Kunakorn connects with a solid leg kick.
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kunakorn as he avoids it easily.
Bayani Kunakorn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sylvain Lievremont.
Kunakorn takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lievremont misses with a takedown attempt - Kunakorn sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lievremont on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Lievremont's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kunakorn scores with a nice strike.
Kunakorn feints and then cracks Lievremont's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lievremont down.
Kunakorn shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown but Kunakorn shows good takedown defense.
Kunakorn lands a jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kunakorn.#ROC#
Lievremont is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lievremont misses with a hook.#T2#
Kunakorn connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lievremont's hands.
Lievremont is still on wobbly legs! Can Kunakorn finish him?
Kunakorn with a jab.
Lievremont takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kunakorn is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lievremont can do to turn this around?
Kunakorn cracks Lievremont with a hook to the temple - Lievremont is on wobbly legs here! Kunakorn swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Lievremont falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Kunakorn wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Bayani Kunakorn!
A relieved looking Bayani Kunakorn 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: UnderGround FC 116
Date: Apr 25, 2020

#R1##TD#
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lievremont was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Lievremont taking a breather here.
Lievremont prevents Matsui from escaping the position.
Lievremont trying to control the action but Matsui is working from the bottom.
Lievremont controlling from side mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lievremont tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Matsui trying to remain calm as Lievremont controls from the top position.#SUB#
Lievremont goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Matsui rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lievremont's guard! Nice work there by Matsui! #SUB#
Matsui got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lievremont has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Matsui has managed to get both his arms back between Lievremont's legs - danger averted.
Lievremont tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Matsui would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Lievremont has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Matsui got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lievremont has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Matsui has managed to get both his arms back between Lievremont's legs - danger averted.
Lievremont looking for a sweep. Not yet Lievremont, not yet. #T3#
Matsui wants to get up but he can't break Lievremont's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lievremont is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Lievremont looking to control.
Matsui wants to get up but he can't break Lievremont's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Matsui stopping the sweep attempt from Lievremont.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lievremont fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Matsui misses with a left hand
and Lievremont counters with a straight right hand.
Lievremont misses with a takedown
and Matsui counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T4#
Matsui lands a nice shot that snaps Lievremont's head back.
Lievremont throws a right and a left that Matsui avoids nicely.
Matsui doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A telegraphed right hand from Matsui misses the target.
Lievremont swings widly with a right hand
and Matsui counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Matsui jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lievremont fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Matsui avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Matsui misses with a double jab
and Lievremont counters with a series of strikes. Matsui will be more careful next time no doubt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Matsui misses with a looping left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hadecki Matsui will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Matsui lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lievremont at a distance.
Matsui comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Matsui just misses with a punch to the body.
Lievremont missing with a left hand there. Matsui was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Lievremont backs off Matsui throws a huge counter combo but Lievremont manages to avoid it all.
Lievremont doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Matsui counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lievremont shoots in looking for a takedown. Matsui tries to sprawl out of it but Lievremont keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Matsui manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lievremont throws a shot from downtown. Matsui moves away and avoids it.
Matsui appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Matsui throws a body punch but Lievremont moves out of range. #T1#
Decent striking displayed by Lievremont there.
Matsui misses with a looping right.
Lievremont half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Matsui misses with a left hand
and Lievremont cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lievremont connects with a jab.
Matsui dips to his left and cracks Lievremont with an uppercut!
Matsui looks to land a combination but Lievremont avoids it well.
Lievremont closes this distance looking for a takedown but Matsui circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Matsui swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Matsui. Lievremont does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lievremont walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
Matsui throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Lievremont counters with a stiff right hand.
Lievremont slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving 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!
Nice straight punches there by Lievremont. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lievremont.
Matsui throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lievremont goes for a double leg but Matsui avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Matsui continues to drive forward.
Matsui misses with a right hand #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Matsui is looking to stand back up but Lievremont counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Matsui. #REVB#
Lievremont is taking a breather. Matsui 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lievremont is trying to control the action in half guard but Matsui is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3##SUB#
Lievremont is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Lievremont seems to be working for a kimura but Matsui defends the submission attempt.
Lievremont is pressing down on Matsui's thigh, looking to free his foot. Matsui is holding on for now.
Lievremont looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Lievremont is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Matsui is just riding it out for now. Lievremont eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Matsui is trying to stand up here but Lievremont is controlling him well. #SUB#
Lievremont is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Matsui defends it well. #SUB#
Lievremont seems to be looking for submissions.
Lievremont is keen to just control but Matsui is a slippery customer.
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 Sylvain Lievremont will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Matsui catches Lievremont with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Lievremont slips under a jab from Matsui.
Hadecki Matsui seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lievremont throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lievremont takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Matsui waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lievremont.
A slow jab from Lievremont misses its intended target.
Matsui misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matsui misses with a straight left.
Lievremont fails with the takedown.
Lievremont loads up on a big right hand but Matsui slips the punch.#T1#
Matsui pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lievremont moves out of range as Matsui strikes.
Lievremont fails with the takedown.
Matsui let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lievremont walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lievremont changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Matsui tries to avoid it but Lievremont manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Matsui to the ground. Matsui escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice defenses there by Matsui.
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Matsui as he avoids it easily.
Matsui moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Matsui darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lievremont tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Matsui defends well and Lievremont ends up having to push Matsui into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Matsui smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Matsui rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Lievremont to counter with a crisp jab.
Matsui looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hadecki Matsui seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lievremont getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lievremont misses with a takedown
and Matsui counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lievremont fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Matsui looks to land a combination but Lievremont avoids it well.
Hadecki Matsui is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Matsui looks to throw the jab but Lievremont is out of range.
Lievremont steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Matsui.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lievremont.
Matsui lands a slapping body shot.
Matsui looks to score with a jab to the body but Lievremont is just out of range.
Lievremont swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Matsui ducks under a wild hook from Lievremont.#T4#
Lievremont slips under a jab from Matsui.
Matsui is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lievremont.
Matsui looks to land a right hand but Lievremont moved out of range.
Matsui throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Matsui ducks right into an uppercut from Lievremont.
Lievremont lands with an overhand left.
Lievremont ducks under a wild hook from Matsui.
Matsui throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lievremont sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lievremont is looking to counter punch.
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Matsui sprawls well. Matsui wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lievremont gets slowly back to his feet.
Matsui doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hadecki Matsui comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Matsui 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 29:28
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Hadecki Matsui!
Our winner, Hadecki Matsui, 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: UnderGround FC 110
Date: Apr 04, 2020

#R1#
Kneeland swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Lievremont takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kneeland swings for the body but Lievremont moves out of range.
Kneeland showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lievremont.
A punch combination from Lievremont misses.
Lievremont doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kneeland slips a straight right by Lievremont.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneeland throws a leg kick #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kneeland won't be happy with that.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lievremont is staying tight to Kneeland's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kneeland is looking for a sweep.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#T1#
Lievremont is looking to take a break and control but Kneeland is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kneeland struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Lievremont working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Lievremont working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lievremont wants to control but Kneeland is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Lievremont tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lievremont has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kneeland is looking to regain half guard here but Lievremont keeps moving and retains side control.
Lievremont tries to move to mount but Kneeland blocks the move with his legs.
You can see the frustration on Kneeland's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Kneeland is trying to improve his position.
Kneeland can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Lievremont tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Lievremont tries to advance to mount but Kneeland denies him.
Lievremont is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kneeland's shoulder. That is not cool.
Lievremont wants to control but Kneeland is keeping him busy. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kneeland is looking to reverse the position.
Lievremont trying to control the position but Kneeland is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kneeland tries to buck Lievremont off but Lievremont is having none of it.
Kneeland manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Kneeland is thwarting Lievremont's attempts to control the position.
Lievremont makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lievremont.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kneeland wants to get up but he can't break Lievremont's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Lievremont is pulling down on Kneeland's head. It's preventing any offense from Kneeland, at least for the moment.
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 Sylvain Lievremont will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
A bone on bone clash there as Lievremont blocks the leg kick.
Lievremont doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lievremont lands a lovely overhand right.
Kneeland jabs at Lievremont's body.
Kneeland throws a series of punches but Lievremont avoids them all with ease.
Kneeland works Lievremont's body with a nice hook.
A combination from Kneeland does no damage.
Kneeland staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lievremont slips a jab and a cross from Kneeland.
Kneeland bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab from Lievremont misses. #T1#
Kneeland throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lievremont shoots and misses
and Kneeland connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kneeland stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kneeland with a hook.
Kneeland missing with a left hand there. Lievremont was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lievremont steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kneeland.
Kneeland has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A combination from Lievremont does no damage.
Kneeland throws a shot to the body.
Kneeland misses with a low kick.
Kneeland throws a series of punches but Lievremont moves out of range.
Kneeland throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Lievremont. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lievremont engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kneeland trying to control the position here.
Lievremont trying to control but Kneeland is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kneeland holds on and takes a little breather.
Kneeland working a defensive guard but Lievremont passes into half guard.
Kneeland wants to get back to full guard.
Kneeland is trying to maintain the position but Lievremont is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Kneeland pushes Lievremont off looking to stand but Lievremont dives back in and keeps control.
Kneeland trying to control here.
Lievremont wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kneeland keeps working. #SUB#
Lievremont is trying to work for a kimura but Kneeland is defending well.
Kneeland controlling the position for now.
Lievremont trying to control the action but Kneeland is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Some wild striking there from Kneeland.
Kneeland misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lievremont.
Lievremont is looking for a counter combo.
Kneeland uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lievremont.
Lievremont throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kneeland now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Skillz Kneeland seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kneeland blocks a jab.
Kneeland misses the shot to the body.
Kneeland goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
A cross from Kneeland lands.
Lievremont scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A left lands for Kneeland.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Skillz Kneeland showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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 hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Lievremont blocks a jab.
Kneeland looks to land a combination but Lievremont avoids it well.
Lievremont looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kneeland lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lievremont at a distance.
Kneeland misses with a two punch combination.
Lievremont walks into a jab.
Kneeland misses with a straight left.
Kneeland looks to throw the jab but Lievremont is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneeland throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lievremont.
Kneeland has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kneeland scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kneeland throws a shot from downtown. Lievremont moves away and avoids it.
Lievremont looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Kneeland scores with a decent looking hook.
Lievremont slips a straight right by Kneeland.
Lievremont was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kneeland fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lievremont avoids the body shot from Kneeland.
Kneeland throws a right hand that Lievremont ducks under and follows up with a left that Lievremont also avoids with ease.
Kneeland digs a good hook to Lievremont's body.
Kneeland throws a low kick, looking for Lievremont's leg but Lievremont calmly moves out of range.
Kneeland misses with a left hand #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Lievremont's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lievremont stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kneeland swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kneeland looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lievremont is one step ahead there. #T2#
Kneeland is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Sylvain Lievremont overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lievremont stays in close to Kneeland's body and controls the position.
Kneeland keeping full guard, as Lievremont tries to pass.
Kneeland keeping moving, preventing Lievremont from controlling successfully.
Lievremont sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Lievremont fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lievremont gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Nice shot by Kneeland.
Kneeland ducks under a wild hook from Lievremont.
Kneeland connects with a jab.
Lievremont throws a hook to the side of Kneeland's head but Kneeland sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lievremont on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kneeland misses with a straight right.
An attempted straight right counter from Lievremont misses the target.#T4#
Lievremont walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kneeland has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kneeland misses with a double jab.
Skillz Kneeland is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kneeland misses with a hook.
Lievremont appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kneeland 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!
Kneeland waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lievremont.
Lievremont gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lievremont is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lievremont walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lievremont loads up on a big right hand but Kneeland slips the punch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kneeland! But no joy.
Lievremont takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Skillz Kneeland comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kneeland 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Skillz Kneeland!
Skillz Kneeland gave a mention to UnderGround Supplements in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: UnderGround FC 103
Date: Mar 14, 2020

#R1#
Lievremont misses with a jab, cross combination.
A big left from Lievremont misses.
Rodriguez lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Rodriguez lands a leg kick that knocks Lievremont off balance momentarily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rodriguez stuffs the takedown attempt from Lievremont. Lievremont gets slowly back to his feet.
Lievremont has been working on his boxing with his coaches at UnderGround Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.
Rodriguez throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Rodriguez throws an overhand right that lands on Lievremont's shoulder, as Lievremont tries to avoid the shot.
Rodriguez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Rodriguez. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rodriguez.
Lievremont takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Lievremont moves out of range as Rodriguez strikes.
Rodriguez tries to close the distance and clinch but Lievremont swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
It looked like Lievremont was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rodriguez.
Rodriguez throws a good cross that connects.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lievremont misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lievremont looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rodriguez dodges the punch combination from Lievremont.
Rodriguez misses with an uppercut. Lievremont saw that one coming.
Lievremont walks into a left hand. #T1#
Rodriguez slips a jab and a cross from Lievremont.
No luck for Lievremont with that takedown attempt.
Rodriguez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lievremont throws a looping overhand right but Rodriguez ducks down to avoid it.
Rodriguez throws out a powerful jab.
Lievremont lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Lievremont misses with a two punch combination.
Rodriguez connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lievremont momentarily.
Lievremont throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lievremont fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rodriguez manages to avoid it.
Rodriguez has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Lievremont will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rodriguez lands a glancing blow to the side of Lievremont's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lievremont throws a nice looking combination but Rodriguez bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lievremont throws a right hand that Rodriguez ducks under and follows up with a left that Rodriguez also avoids with ease.
Lievremont moves out of range as Rodriguez strikes.
Rodriguez is looking to clinch but Lievremont is avoiding it.
Lievremont went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T2#
Rodriguez lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rodriguez is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lievremont had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Lievremont tries to move into range but Rodriguez moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lievremont takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lievremont swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lievremont looks for a takedown but Rodriguez sprawls well.
Rodriguez looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lievremont stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rodriguez.
Lievremont rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rodriguez moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A punch combination from Lievremont misses. #CL2#
Rodriguez darts in and clinches Lievremont up against the cage.
Lievremont has had enough of the clinch but Rodriguez keeps him there for the moment.
Rodriguez is working Lievremont over against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Rodriguez takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Rodriguez working aggressively here.
Lievremont prevents a body shot from Rodriguez. #T3#
Lievremont blocks an uppercut.
Lievremont jumps guard but Rodriguez turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch on the inside from Rodriguez fails to land.
Rodriguez misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lievremont manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #TD#
Lievremont has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Rodriguez regains guard immediately.
Rodriguez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lievremont controls the pace.
Rodriguez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lievremont controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
Lievremont passes Rodriguez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Lievremont prevents Rodriguez from improving his position.
Rodriguez trying to control from the bottom.
Lievremont is looking to take a break and control but Rodriguez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodriguez 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.
Rodriguez is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Rodriguez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lievremont pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rodriguez trying to control but Lievremont postures up.
Rodriguez might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lievremont haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pablo Rodriguez will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Sloppy strikes from Lievremont. Those never looked like landing.
Rodriguez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rodriguez scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lievremont in his tracks.
Lievremont throws a series of punches but Rodriguez avoids them all with ease.
That kick from Rodriguez tenderised Lievremont's leg. Lievremont is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lievremont takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rodriguez looks to land a left hand but Lievremont moved out of range nicely.
Some wild striking there from Lievremont.
Lievremont has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Rodriguez cracks Lievremont with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lievremont scores with a three punch combo!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rodriguez fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lievremont has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A punch lands to the side of Lievremont 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
Rodriguez darts in and clinches Lievremont up against the cage.
Lievremont changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rodriguez fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Lievremont will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Rodriguez scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Pablo Rodriguez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rodriguez lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Lievremont takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rodriguez is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Lievremont rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rodriguez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rodriguez misses with an uppercut. Lievremont saw that one coming.
Lievremont throwing a counter right hand but Rodriguez manages to avoid it.
Lievremont is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lievremont misses with the combination.
Lievremont looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lievremont takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Rodriguez lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Lievremont throws a right hand that Rodriguez ducks under and follows up with a left that Rodriguez also avoids with ease.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rodriguez connects with a leg kick. Lievremont looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Lievremont closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rodriguez circles away.
Rodriguez bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lievremont's head backwards.
Lievremont with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rodriguez to score with a decent uppercut.
Rodriguez misses with a looping left.
Rodriguez misses with a hook. Lievremont ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Rodriguez lands a jab to the head.
Rodriguez throws a hook but Lievremont avoids it easily.
Lievremont moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lievremont thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rodriguez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lievremont.
Rodriguez fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lievremont drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rodriguez sprawls and moves away.
Lievremont drops his hands momentarily and Rodriguez takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sylvain Lievremont is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lievremont misses with an uppercut.
Rodriguez scores with a jab. Lievremont acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lievremont misses with a double jab. #TD#
Lievremont throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Rodriguez tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lievremont is in Rodriguez's guard.
Rodriguez looking to control.
Lievremont tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriguez is retaining full guard.
Lievremont is fighting to break Rodriguez's control of his arms but Rodriguez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Lievremont avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T3#
Lievremont stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriguez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lievremont passes into half guard.
Lievremont looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rodriguez wants to get back to full guard.
Lievremont is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriguez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodriguez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lievremont is working away from the top position though.
Lievremont trying to control from half guard but Rodriguez is working away. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rodriguez keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Rodriguez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rodriguez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Lievremont seems to be looking for submissions.
Rodriguez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lievremont's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lievremont's back!#SUB2#
Lievremont is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Rodriguez gets his way!
Lievremont is in bad spot here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Rodriguez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Lievremont misses with a hook
and Rodriguez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rodriguez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lievremont is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lievremont looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Lievremont swats away the attempt to clinch by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rodriguez scores with a jab. Lievremont acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rodriguez lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Rodriguez connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lievremont throws a hook but Rodriguez avoids it easily.
Rodriguez misses with a hook.
Lievremont is looking for a counter combo.
Rodriguez throws a nice looking combination but Lievremont bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lievremont swinging wildly here.
Lievremont slips a straight right by Rodriguez.
Jab by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rodriguez throws a jab when Lievremont was well out of range.
Lievremont looks to land a combination but Rodriguez avoids it well. #T1#
Lievremont looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lievremont looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lievremont throws a series of punches but Rodriguez moves out of range.
Rodriguez lands a jab to the nose.
A jab from Rodriguez finds it's way through Lievremont's defenses.
Rodriguez leaves Lievremont with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rodriguez scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nice straight punches there by Rodriguez. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rodriguez.
Rodriguez defending well as Lievremont loads up on a big left hand.
Jab from Rodriguez.
Lievremont is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Rodriguez's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Lievremont takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
No joy there for Rodriguez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lievremont tries for a takedown but Rodriguez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Rodriguez lands with a hook. Lievremont tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Rodriguez fails to land with a series of punches. #T2#
Rodriguez throws a hook but Lievremont blocks it.
Lievremont on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lievremont misses with the combination.
Lievremont misses with a lunging right hand
and Rodriguez counters with a nice body kick.
Nice shot by Rodriguez.
A punch lands to the side of Lievremont 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lievremont throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez wants to clinch up but Lievremont keeps it at a distance.
Pablo Rodriguez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lievremont swinging wildly here.
Good leg kick by Rodriguez there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Rodriguez throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lievremont will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rodriguez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lievremont throws out the jab.
Rodriguez cracks Lievremont with a good jab.#T3#
Lievremont rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rodriguez moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rodriguez tries to clinch but Lievremont moves out of range.
Rodriguez dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lievremont. That did some damage!
Lievremont scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rodriguez with a hook.
Lievremont throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lievremont is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nice jab there from Rodriguez.
Lievremont throws a hook but Rodriguez blocks it.
Rodriguez misses the shot to the body.
Rodriguez with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Lievremont to score with a decent uppercut.
Rodriguez stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rodriguez wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lievremont throws a series of punches but Rodriguez moves out of range.
Lievremont has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lievremont there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lievremont keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rodriguez.
Lievremont just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Rodriguez was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jab by Rodriguez.
Lievremont tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
Lievremont is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lievremont fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lievremont fails to land with a series of punches.
Lievremont takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lievremont shoots for a takedown but Rodriguez saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rodriguez feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Lievremont's calf.#TD#
Lievremont drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Rodriguez is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rodriguez pulls Lievremont in close to his closed guard and prevents Lievremont from doing any damage or advancing position.
Rodriguez is trying to control the position but Lievremont postures up.
Sylvain Lievremont has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pablo Rodriguez is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lievremont throws a strike but Rodriguez rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#

And that's the end of the fight!
Pablo Rodriguez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Rodriguez 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Rodriguez!
Pablo Rodriguez made sure to mention his sponsor, Top Gun Nutrition in his post fight interview.

Event: UnderGround FC 97
Date: Feb 22, 2020

#R1##CL2#
Benitoy closes the distance and pushes Lievremont back into the cage.#TD2#
Benitoy gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Lievremont regains guard.
Benitoy stopping the sweep attempt from Lievremont.
Benitoy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Benitoy scoring with some ground and pound.
Benitoy postures up in Lievremont's guard and throws a big left but Lievremont blocks it.
Benitoy won't allow Lievremont to sweep him here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Benitoy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Lievremont has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Benitoy should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Lievremont has tightened it up now! Benitoy 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 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Sylvain Lievremont!
Sylvain Lievremont took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: UnderGround FC 87
Date: Jan 18, 2020

#R1##TD2#
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Well, if Lievremont 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. #SUB2#
Lievremont maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Galeos could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Lievremont has cracked it and Galeos is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Lievremont!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sylvain Lievremont!
Sylvain Lievremont 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: UGFC79 Christmas Beatdown
Date: Dec 25, 2019

#R1#
Lievremont tries to clinch but Meesang moves away
and Meesang connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Lievremont closes the distance and clinches.
Lievremont blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Meesang swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Meesang throws a punch but it's blocked by Lievremont. #TD#
Lievremont jumps into guard, dragging Meesang to the mat.
Lievremont has his hands on Meesang's head, controlling the position.
Lievremont working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lievremont is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1#
Meesang won't allow Lievremont to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Meesang 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.
Lievremont tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lievremont wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lievremont shoots in looking for a takedown but Meesang manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lievremont's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Meesang stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Meesang wants it to stay on the feet.
Lievremont has a takedown stuffed.
Meesang swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lievremont falls off balance throwing a combination
and Meesang counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Meesang moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2#
Lievremont looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Meesang showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lievremont.
Lievremont throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Meesang to counter with a crisp jab.
Meesang jabs Lievremont to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lievremont throws a combination that misses
letting Meesang counter with a right hand.
Lievremont stalks Meesang and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Meesang's face. Meesang staggers backwards, shaken.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lievremont swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Meesang counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lievremont misses with a double jab
and Meesang counters with a low kick, right behind Lievremont 's knee.
Lievremont is breathing heavily.
Meesang lands a nice hook to Lievremont's body. Lievremont takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lievremont darts in trying to clinch
and Meesang counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Lievremont shoots and misses
and Meesang counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Meesang connects with the punch.
Lievremont tries for a takedown but Meesang circles away easily
and Meesang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC2#
Lievremont is rocked!
Lievremont misses with a combination
and Meesang counters with a leg kick.
Lievremont shoots and misses
and Meesang cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oh Lievremont is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Meesang fakes the body blow, causing Lievremont to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Lievremont goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Manalili Meesang!
A very excited looking Manalili Meesang 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: UnderGround FC 70
Date: Nov 30, 2019

#R1#
Lievremont jabs Correa right on the nose. Correa blinks but takes it well.
Lievremont lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lievremont slaps away a takedown attempt from Correa, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Lievremont looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Correa!
Correa manages to work his way to half guard, despite Lievremont's best efforts.#SUB2#
Correa looking for a kimura from the bottom but Lievremont passes into side control!
Lievremont is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Correa will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Correa is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lievremont's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Lievremont is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Correa doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lievremont. #SUB#
Lievremont is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Correa has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Lievremont seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lievremont tries to pass to full mount but Correa defends it.
Still in half guard, Lievremont seems content to control.#SUB2#
Correa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lievremont pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Lievremont is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Correa is just riding it out for now. Lievremont eventually gives up the hold.
Lievremont looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Correa tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Lievremont has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Correa is working to get back to half guard.
Lievremont controlling the position easily from mount.
Lievremont seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Correa for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Correa working to try and regain half guard.
Correa wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Lievremont is looking for the choke from the back position but Correa is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Lievremont looking for the choke from the back.
Lievremont controlling from the back.
You can see the frustration on Correa's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Lievremont 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.
Correa tries to roll but Lievremont sticks to his back.
Lievremont has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Correa's body.
Correa wants to escape the position. #T4##SUB#
Correa fending off the submission attempt from Lievremont. #SUB#
Lievremont looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Correa preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Lievremont.
Correa tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Lievremont working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
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!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lievremont continues to stall.
Correa is really stuck here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sylvain Lievremont dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Correa shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lievremont manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Lievremont is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Lievremont might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lievremont has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Lievremont wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Correa postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Lievremont is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Correa, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Correa isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Lievremont stacks Correa on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Lievremont!
Correa is looking for a sweep.#T1#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Correa tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Lievremont tries for a kimura but Correa is defending well.
Lievremont passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Correa! #T2#
Correa is in all sorts of trouble here.
Lievremont controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Correa tries to improve his position but Lievremont has taken his back! Lievremont has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Correa tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Lievremont pushes Correa away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sylvain Lievremont!
Sylvain Lievremont seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: UnderGround FC 60
Date: Nov 09, 2019

#R1#
Rodriguez scores with a jab. Lievremont acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rodriguez misses with a series of wild punches.
Lievremont wants to clinch up but Rodriguez keeps it at a distance.
Rodriguez misses with an uppercut. Lievremont saw that one coming.
Lievremont has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Death Valley Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.#CL#
Lievremont moves into the clinch successfully.
Rodriguez lands a hook that snaps the head of Lievremont backwards.
Rodriguez manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Rodriguez slowing the pace effectively.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Rodriguez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lievremont blocking some punches.
Rodriguez dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Rodriguez throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Rodriguez is leaning against Lievremont and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rodriguez fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rodriguez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rodriguez misses with a punch on the inside.
Rodriguez softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lievremont blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lievremont blocks an uppercut.
Rodriguez softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rodriguez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lievremont is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Rodriguez to keep the fight standing.#BC2#
Rodriguez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lievremont darts in looking for a takedown but Rodriguez gets double underhooks and turns Lievremont into the cage. #TD#
Rodriguez gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Lievremont to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Lievremont pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriguez is keeping the position for now. #T2##SUB2#
Rodriguez is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lievremont stands and throws Rodriguez's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rodriguez tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Lievremont presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Lievremont trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Rodriguez can't escape the position.
Lievremont trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriguez is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Lievremont trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Lievremont is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rodriguez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Rodriguez is looking to improve his position but Lievremont isn't that keen on the idea.
Lievremont content just to control the position here.
Rodriguez can't escape the position.
Rodriguez 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.
Rodriguez tries to hold on but Lievremont pushes him away.
Lievremont is looking to work his way around to Rodriguez's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Rodriguez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lievremont sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lievremont trying to control but Rodriguez is having none of it. #T4#
Lievremont controlling his opponent.
Rodriguez is looking to get to half guard.
Lievremont looking to control but Rodriguez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodriguez sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Rodriguez is looking to control Lievremont's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriguez avoid being mounted?
Lievremont wants to control but Rodriguez is keeping him busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodriguez moves into full guard.
Rodriguez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Rodriguez dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Rodriguez looks to land a right hand but Lievremont moved out of range.
Pablo Rodriguez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lievremont throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Rodriguez on the side of the head. #TD#
Lievremont bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Rodriguez is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rodriguez is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lievremont's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Rodriguez trying to control from the bottom.
Lievremont with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lievremont is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriguez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriguez wants to control but Lievremont is keeping busy.
Rodriguez is staying active underneath Lievremont, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T1#
Rodriguez is looking for a sweep. Lievremont is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Lievremont is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Rodriguez is trying is best to control the position here.
Lievremont tries to pass to full mount but Rodriguez defends it.
Rodriguez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lievremont perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Rodriguez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lievremont pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Rodriguez looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Lievremont is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Rodriguez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lievremont pulls his head out easily.
Lievremont moves into full mount! Rodriguez won't be happy about that!
Rodriguez is trying desperately to improve position.
Rodriguez tries to lock up and control but Lievremont gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lievremont controlling the position easily from mount. #T3#
Rodriguez slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Lievremont wants to control but Rodriguez is keeping him busy.
Sylvain Lievremont overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lievremont is controlling the pace.
Rodriguez trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Rodriguez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rodriguez is looking for a sweep. Lievremont is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lievremont wants to control but Rodriguez is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Rodriguez is defending against the submission attempts here by Lievremont. #SUB2#
Rodriguez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lievremont is keen to just control but Rodriguez is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Rodriguez looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lievremont is looking to advance position but Rodriguez won't allow it.
Rodriguez tries to get to full guard but Lievremont has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sylvain Lievremont dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Rodriguez moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lievremont fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rodriguez avoids it really well and circles away.
Lievremont connects with the punch.
Rodriguez swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lievremont wants to clinch up but Rodriguez keeps it at a distance.
Lievremont fails to land the takedown.
Rodriguez looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriguez throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Rodriguez moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lievremont on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rodriguez lands with a cross.
Lievremont looks for a takedown but Rodriguez sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Lievremont fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Rodriguez raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Lievremont darts in looking for a takedown but Rodriguez gets double underhooks and turns Lievremont into the cage.
Pablo Rodriguez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rodriguez lands with a thumping leg kick.
A big right from Rodriguez misses.
Pablo Rodriguez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Lievremont rushes Rodriguez and presses him up against the cage.
Lievremont is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Rodriguez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rodriguez throws a punch but it's blocked by Lievremont.
Rodriguez lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rodriguez lands with a short shot to the head.
Still in the clinch, Rodriguez scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lievremont jumps guard but Rodriguez turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lievremont.
A right hand to the body from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez can't find room to land a body shot as Lievremont controls the action.
A shot in the inside from Rodriguez.
Lievremont tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lievremont fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rodriguez.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lievremont blocks a body shot from Rodriguez.
Rodriguez taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Lievremont blocks an uppercut.
Rodriguez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Rodriguez. #T3#
Lievremont jumps guard but Rodriguez stands there with Lievremont around his waist. Lievremont gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Rodriguez has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Rodriguez misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Lievremont ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lievremont no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Rodriguez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lievremont swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lievremont looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriguez is one step ahead there.
Rodriguez wants to pass the guard but Lievremont is keeping the position.
Lievremont wants to sweep here but Rodriguez controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Rodriguez pushes down on Lievremont's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lievremont is looking to control Rodriguez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lievremont avoid being mounted?
Lievremont tries to roll over but Rodriguez keeps him under control.
Rodriguez trying to pass the guard but Lievremont defending well.
Lievremont regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lievremont is trying to control the position but Rodriguez postures up.
Lievremont has control of Rodriguez's left arm, preventing Rodriguez from doing any damage.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Rodriguez!

Event: UnderGround FC 43
Date: Sep 18, 2019

#R1#
Lievremont closes this distance looking for a takedown but Budgiehandler circles away.
Budgiehandler's coach down at McGrady FT was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Budgiehandler's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Budgiehandler misses with a two punch combination.
Lievremont changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Budgiehandler feints a jab promting Lievremont to slip. Budgiehandler then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lievremont slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#TD#
Lievremont fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Budgiehandler to the ground. Lievremont is now in Budgiehandler's guard.
Budgiehandler 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.
Lievremont wants to pass the guard but Budgiehandler is keeping the position.
Budgiehandler really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lievremont. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Lievremont is pushing down on Budgiehandler's leg trying to pass to half guard. Budgiehandler is fighting to maintain full guard but Lievremont has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lievremont trying to mount his opponent but Budgiehandler defends it.
Budgiehandler is not content to let Lievremont control the position.
Budgiehandler wants to get back to his feet. #T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Budgiehandler manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lievremont is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Budgiehandler wants to get back to his feet but Lievremont is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Lievremont passes Budgiehandler's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lievremont is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Lievremont is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Budgiehandler is just riding it out for now. Lievremont eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Budgiehandler wants to control but Lievremont is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lievremont looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #ES2#
Budgiehandler manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Lievremont keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Budgiehandler misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Budgiehandler fails to land. #TD#
Lievremont pulls guard successfully.
Budgiehandler working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SU2#
Lievremont is working an open guard so Budgiehandler takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Jab by Budgiehandler.
Lievremont shoots and misses
and Budgiehandler counters with a straight right hand.
Lievremont misses with a takedown attempt
and Budgiehandler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Budgiehandler throws the left hand but Lievremont avoids the punch easily.
Budgiehandler misses with a low kick.
Lievremont fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Budgiehandler manages to avoid it.
Budgiehandler tries to clinch
letting Lievremont counter with a right hand. #TD#
Lievremont scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Lievremont trying to control the action but Budgiehandler is working from the bottom.
Lievremont passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Budgiehandler! #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lievremont trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Budgiehandler squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Budgiehandler is working to get back to half guard.
Budgiehandler manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lievremont passes to full mount!
Budgiehandler is desperately trying to improve his position but Lievremont has a good base and remains in mount.
Lievremont controlling the position easily from mount.
Budgiehandler is desperately trying to improve his position but Lievremont has a good base and remains in mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Reginald Budgiehandler will probably get the nod.
That's time! Lievremont's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
Budgiehandler moves into the clinch successfully.
Budgiehandler tries a body shot but Lievremont blocks it.
Budgiehandler can't find room to land a body shot as Lievremont controls the action.
Budgiehandler lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lievremont backwards.
Budgiehandler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lievremont is trying to break the clinch but Budgiehandler has him pressed against the cage. #TD#
Lievremont has hold of one of Budgiehandler's legs. Budgiehandler is fighting the takedown attempt but Lievremont gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Lievremont wants to pass the guard but Budgiehandler is keeping the position.
Budgiehandler is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lievremont is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lievremont looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Budgiehandler is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Lievremont preventing the sweep.
Lievremont content to stall in guard here.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Budgiehandler tries to clinch there but Lievremont circles away.
Budgiehandler is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lievremont appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Budgiehandler dips to his left and cracks Lievremont with an uppercut!#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Budgiehandler moves in looking to clinch but Lievremont pushes him off.
Lievremont seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Lievremont shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Budgiehandler defends it nicely.
Lievremont misses with a wild body shot.
Lievremont's jab looks to have found its range, popping Budgiehandler under the eye.
Budgiehandler throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lievremont seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A lazy body kick from Budgiehandler #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Lievremont prevents Budgiehandler from getting back to his feet.
Budgiehandler pulls Lievremont in close to prevent any damage.
Lievremont not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sylvain Lievremont overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Lievremont pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Budgiehandler is keeping the position for now.
Lievremont wants to control from the top but Budgiehandler keeps moving.
Lievremont sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Budgiehandler's guard.
Lievremont is trying to control the action in half guard but Budgiehandler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lievremont trying to advance position but Budgiehandler counters by regaining guard.
Lievremont stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Budgiehandler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Budgiehandler wants to stand but Lievremont is controlling the position. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Budgiehandler wants to sweep but no luck.
Budgiehandler keeping moving, preventing Lievremont from controlling successfully.
Lievremont stopping the sweep attempt from Budgiehandler.
Budgiehandler is looking to stand up but Lievremont isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A leg kick checked by Lievremont.
Budgiehandler looks to land a right hand but Lievremont moved out of range.
Lievremont moves forwards but Budgiehandler connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Budgiehandler has closed the distance and engaged Lievremont in a clinch.
Budgiehandler avoiding damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Reginald Budgiehandler will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Budgiehandler misses with a head kick.
Lievremont swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Budgiehandler! But no joy.
Budgiehandler lands an overhand right.
Reginald Budgiehandler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lievremont tries to clinch up but Budgiehandler circles away and keeps his distance.
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Budgiehandler but Budgiehandler pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Budgiehandler is looking to clinch.
Budgiehandler dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lievremont. That did some damage!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Budgiehandler is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Budgiehandler lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Budgiehandler stalks Lievremont and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Lievremont's face. Lievremont staggers backwards, shaken.#T1#
A big right from Lievremont misses.
Budgiehandler connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lievremont's hands.
Budgiehandler throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lievremont or perhaps it was just good defense by Budgiehandler, which made it look bad.
Budgiehandler connects with an inside leg kick.
Budgiehandler tries to clinch up.
Lievremont seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Budgiehandler has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fight stays on the outside here - Budgiehandler looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Budgiehandler throws a combination that misses #TD#
so Lievremont counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T2#
Lievremont trying to control the position from guard on top but Budgiehandler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lievremont pushing down on Budgiehandler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lievremont is looking to advance position but Budgiehandler won't allow it. #SUB#
Budgiehandler is defending against the submission attempts here by Lievremont.
Budgiehandler is trying to stand up here but Lievremont is controlling him well. #SUB#
Lievremont is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Lievremont is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3##SUB#
Lievremont is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Budgiehandler sees it coming and defends easily.
Lievremont is trying to control the action in half guard but Budgiehandler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Lievremont is working for a submission of some sort.
Budgiehandler is trying to stand back up but Lievremont is controlling him
The fighters are battling for position here. Budgiehandler manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Reginald Budgiehandler is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#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.
Lievremont stopping the sweep attempt from Budgiehandler.
Lievremont trying to control but Budgiehandler is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lievremont or perhaps it was just good defense by Budgiehandler, which made it look bad.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Budgiehandler! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Budgiehandler as he avoids it easily.
Lievremont slips a straight right by Budgiehandler.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Budgiehandler tries to bum rush Lievremont with a series of wild strikes but Lievremont uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL2#
Budgiehandler darts in and clinches Lievremont up against the cage.
Sylvain Lievremont has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lievremont jumps guard but Budgiehandler turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Reginald Budgiehandler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Budgiehandler 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: UnderGround FC 35
Date: Aug 28, 2019

#R1#
An inside leg kick from Richter misses.
Lievremont tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Richter defends well and Lievremont ends up having to push Richter into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Richter has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Lievremont is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Richter fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lievremont on the side of the head.
Richter waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lievremont.
It looked like Lievremont was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Richter.#TD#
Lievremont gets a double leg takedown into Richter's guard.#ES2#
Richter has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Lievremont off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #CL2#
Richter gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Richter blocking some punches.
Lievremont has a couple of punches blocked by Richter.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Richter lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Richter lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lievremont or not.
Richter gets underhooks to prevent Lievremont's takedown attempt. #BC2#
Richter escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A telegraphed right hand from Richter misses the target.
Richter throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lievremont looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Lievremont tries for a takedown but Richter sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Richter ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Richter throws a jab but it's blocked by Lievremont.
Richter connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Richter tries to close the distance and clinch but Lievremont swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jab, jab by Richter - just one landing.
Richter stalks Lievremont and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Lievremont's face. Lievremont staggers backwards, shaken.
Richter throws a body shot but no joy.
Lievremont slips under a jab from Richter.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lievremont or perhaps it was just good defense by Richter, which made it look bad.
Richter scores with a head kick. Lievremont tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Lievremont keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Richter.
Hans Richter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A chopping leg kick lands by Richter. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Richter throws a shot from downtown. Lievremont moves away and avoids it.
Lievremont slips under a jab from Richter.
Lievremont moves out of range as Richter strikes.
Richter scores with a sloppy right hand. Lievremont should have avoided that one.
Richter misses with a hook #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a nice double leg into side control. Richter won't be happy with that. #ES2#
Richter bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Richter keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Richter misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Richter!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lievremont trying to control the position but Richter is working away. #SUB#
Lievremont is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Richter knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lievremont tries to move into full mount but can't pass Richter's legs. #T3#
Richter pushes Lievremont away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Lievremont gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Lievremont wants to lay and pray for a moment but Richter keeps working.
Lievremont tries to advance position but instead Richter slips a leg back in to half guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lievremont prevents Richter from standing back up.
Lievremont is looking to advance position but Richter won't allow it.
Lievremont prevents Richter from standing back up.
Lievremont trying to control from half guard but Richter is working away.
Lievremont wants to free his trapped foot but Richter is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Richter is defending against the submission attempts here by Lievremont.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hans Richter dominated that round.
That's time! Lievremont's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Richter will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The fight stays on the outside here - Richter looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lievremont avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Richter throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL#
and Lievremont counters by moving into the clinch.
Lievremont is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Richter breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lievremont will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Richter throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lievremont looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Richter cracks Lievremont with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richter lands a nice hook to Lievremont's body. Lievremont takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Richter scores with a jab to the head.
Richter thuds his right hand into Lievremont's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Richter lands a glancing blow to the side of Lievremont's head.
Richter is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Lievremont throws a lazy right hand but Richter sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Richter displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lievremont.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sylvain Lievremont. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Richter swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lievremont wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Richter is looking to clinch.
Lievremont feinted with a counter takedown.
No joy there for Richter, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Richter looks to land a right hand but Lievremont moved out of range.
Richter's corner calls for a 1-2. Richter obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Richter throws a right and a left that both miss.
An attempted straight right counter from Lievremont misses the target.#CL2#
Richter clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Richter breaks from the clinch.
Richter is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lievremont.
Lievremont wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Hans Richter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice combination there by Richter.
Lievremont blocks a head kick by Richter.
Richter lands with a nice combination. Lievremont backs away looking to recover.
Richter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lievremont keeps the fight on the outside.
Lievremont closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Richter lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Richter ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Richter's corner calls for a 1-2. Richter obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lievremont shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Richter pinned against the cage. Richter gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
It seemed like Richter was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Richter has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Richter misses with a hook. Lievremont ducked under it nicely.
Lievremont tries to move into range but Richter moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lievremont slips under a jab.
Lievremont tries to counter by clinching up but Richter breaks away and moves out of range.
Richter throws a leg kick but Lievremont sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lievremont feinted with a counter takedown.
Richter throws out a powerful jab.
Richter uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Richter as he jumps to the side. #T3#
Lievremont fails with a takedown attempt.
Richter misses with a series of wild punches.
Richter lands with a straight right. Lievremont didn't see that one coming.
Richter moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Richter is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lievremont moves out of range as Richter strikes.
Lievremont takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Richter swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and Lievremont counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T4##BC2#
Richter breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Richter throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Richter is looking to stand back up but Lievremont counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Richter. #REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lievremont looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lievremont performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Richter is defending against the submission attempts here by Lievremont.
Richter trying to control but Lievremont postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hans Richter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Richter looks to land a combination but Lievremont avoids it well.
Lievremont takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Richter clobbers Lievremont with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Richter tries to clinch #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Lievremont stalling.
Lievremont is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Richter wants to stand and escape but Lievremont is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richter not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lievremont controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Richter keeping full guard, as Lievremont tries to pass. #T1#
Lievremont wants to control from the top but Richter keeps moving.
Lievremont tries to free his leg and advance position but Richter is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Some wild striking there from Richter.
Lievremont shoots in but no luck this time.
Richter uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lievremont dives in for a single leg takedown but Richter sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Lievremont checks a leg kick.
Lievremont is looking to counter the offense by Richter and move into the clinch.#T2#
Lievremont takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Richter throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Donk. Richter catches Lievremont right on the button with a cross.
Lievremont fails with an attempt to clinch.
Richter lands a nice shot that snaps Lievremont's head back. #TD#
Lievremont scores with a takedown into Richter's guard.
Lievremont might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lievremont looking to pass the guard.
Lievremont wants to control from the top but Richter keeps moving.
Lievremont stopping the sweep attempt from Richter.#T3#
Lievremont pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Richter is keeping the position for now.
Lievremont wants to control from the top but Richter keeps moving.
Richter keeping full guard, as Lievremont tries to pass. #SUB#
Lievremont drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Richter manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Lievremont has Richter in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Lievremont looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T4#
Lievremont keeping moving, preventing Richter from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Richter throws a sloppy strike and Lievremont has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Richter is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Lievremont!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sylvain Lievremont!
A very excited looking Sylvain Lievremont 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: UnderGround FC 27
Date: Aug 09, 2019

#R1#
Smith misses with a wild combination.
Smith throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
so Lievremont counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES2#
Smith wriggles free and stands up.
Smith throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Lievremont counters with a shoot takedown. Smith fights it but they end up in guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lievremont 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.
Smith wants to get back to his feet but Lievremont is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Lievremont from controlling successfully.
Lievremont stands and throws Smith's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Smith wants to get back to his feet but Lievremont drags him back down.#T1#
Smith is trying to control Lievremont's posture but Lievremont avoids it. #SUB#
Lievremont tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
What's Smith going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Smith 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.#SUB#
Lievremont is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Smith knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lievremont trying to control the position but Smith is working away. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Smith is looking for a sweep.
Smith is not content to let Lievremont control the position.
Lievremont tries to advance to mount but can't.
Smith is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Lievremont looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Lievremont in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Smith is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sylvain Lievremont!
Sylvain Lievremont thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TWGC 25 (170lbs, D2): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Jul 26, 2019

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Sylvain Lievremont (ranked 2543 p4p, 237 weight class) and Harry Baals (ranked 1664 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Lievremont might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Stromae - Papaoutai. Harry Baals is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

167 cm
27 yrs
156 lbs

185 cm
30 yrs
155 lbs

Lievremont

Baals

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Sylvain Lievremont! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Harry Baals!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Seu Braga and Paulo Santos.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Baals clinches.

Lievremont has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Baals is trying to keep an underhook but Lievremont manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lievremont (2) vs (0) Baals
Lievremont working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Baals's thigh. Baals counters though and makes it back to full guard.

Lievremont is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Baals has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Lievremont is looking to defend but Baals has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Lievremont! Baals pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Lievremont taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Harry Baals!
Our winner, Harry Baals, 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: The Island Season 9, 155 lbs, Round 2
Date: May 05, 2019

#R1#
Gracie leaves Lievremont with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've been hearing reports that Lievremont has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Lievremont looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Gracie!#SUB#
Lievremont is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gracie knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Gracie is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lievremont swings around for an armbar but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lievremont's guard.#SUB#
Lievremont working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracie manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie trying to control but Lievremont is working from the bottom. #T1#
Lievremont looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there.
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Lievremont is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Lievremont is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
My spies in Yaw-Yan Ardigma inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Lievremont 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.
Gracie postures up. #SUB#
Lievremont is looking for a triangle but Gracie pushes his legs off easily. #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.
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
Gracie stands and throws Lievremont's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Lievremont tries to buck Gracie off but Gracie is having none of it.
Lievremont gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Lievremont looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Gracie pushes past his half guard into mount!
Lievremont sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Lievremont is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Gracie is working for a kimura but Lievremont is defending it quite comfortably. #T3##SUB2#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lievremont doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gracie.
Gracie moves nicely into side control. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Gracie swings around for an armbar but Lievremont sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Gracie's guard.
Lievremont trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for a guillotine here but Lievremont defends easily. #SUB2#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lievremont can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
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 Sylvain Lievremont 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##TD#
Lievremont closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lievremont lands in his opponent's guard.
Lievremont wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Lievremont preventing the sweep.
Lievremont trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lievremont wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lievremont looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Lievremont postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Gracie is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Lievremont, into his guard. #REVB##T1#
Lievremont looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Lievremont had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gracie defends it easily.#SUB#
Lievremont working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracie manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Lievremont is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gracie defends well.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Lievremont looking for a guillotine here but Gracie defends easily. #SUB2#
Gracie thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lievremont keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass.
Lievremont trying to control the position.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Lievremont is keeping the position.#T3##SUB#
Lievremont is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lievremont 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.#SUB#
Lievremont has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gracie can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gracie slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Gracie is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lievremont knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lievremont manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lievremont is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
Sylvain Lievremont overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Gracie 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. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lievremont is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
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 Sylvain Lievremont will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Gracie misses with a body punch #TD#
and Lievremont decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Gracie's guard.#SUB2#
Lievremont sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Gracie doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Lievremont paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Gracie - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Royler Gracie!
Royler Gracie seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: The Island Season 9, 155 lbs, Round 1
Date: May 04, 2019

#R1#
Khan closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lievremont circles away.
Lievremont has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Khan is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Lievremont shoots in and drives through. Khan sprawls well.
No luck for Lievremont with that takedown attempt.
Khan throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Lievremont counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Khan!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Khan is looking to reverse the position.
Khan looks to move to half guard but instead Lievremont has passed into mount! Damn!
Lievremont tries to control but Khan wriggling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khan regains half guard.
Khan trying to get back to full guard but Lievremont takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Lievremont trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We've been hearing good reports from Khan's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1##SUB2#
Lievremont goes for an armbar but Khan turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Khan. #SUB2#
Lievremont looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lievremont trying to keep a closed guard but Khan is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Lievremont looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Khan is looking to advance position but Lievremont has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Khan is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T2#
Lievremont trying to control but Khan is having none of it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lievremont is trying to control here but Khan has managed to regain half guard.
Lievremont is looking to advance position but Khan won't allow it. #SUB#
Khan actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Lievremont is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Khan sees it coming and defends easily.
Khan wants to improve his position but Lievremont is controlling well. #T3#
Lievremont is trying to control. Khan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Khan looking for submissions off his back.
Lievremont controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Lievremont is working for an americana but Khan has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Lievremont was thinking about the submission.#SUB2#
Lievremont drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Khan manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Lievremont has Khan in his guard.#REVR##SUB#
Khan has gone for a leg lock! Lievremont slips out almost immediately though and dives into Khan's guard.#REVB##T4#
Khan controls Lievremont momentarily but Lievremont frees himself. #SUB2#
Lievremont drops back, looking for a kneebar! Khan looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Khan looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Khan! #REVR#
Lievremont is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Khan's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lievremont is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sylvain Lievremont dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nice defenses there by Lievremont.
Lievremont drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Khan defends it well.#TD2#
Lievremont gets a takedown into half guard.
Khan tries to roll over but Lievremont keeps him under control.
Lievremont is trying to control the action in half guard but Khan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Lievremont 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.
Lievremont passes to full mount! #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lievremont can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Khan is looking to escape.
Lievremont fails to advance to Khan's back.
Lievremont is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Khan is in real trouble.
Lievremont has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Lievremont is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Khan defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Well, with Lievremont on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Khan is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Lievremont keeps control of the position as Khan tries to break free.
Lievremont keeps control of the position easily here as Khan tries to buck him off. #T2#
Khan rolls, trying to escape but Lievremont keeps control of the position. #SUB2#
Lievremont has got one arm under Khan's chin. This could be trouble... Khan trying to control the other hand but Lievremont gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Khan has tapped out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sylvain Lievremont!
Sylvain Lievremont seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: IVT Test
Date: Apr 19, 2019

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Sylvain Lievremont (ranked 2443 p4p, 275 weight class) and Bob Goblin (ranked 6278 p4p, 490 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!

167 cm
26 yrs
156 lbs

167 cm
26 yrs
167 lbs

Lievremont

Goblin

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of The Island, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Sylvain Lievremont! And in the blue corner, fighting out of The Island, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bob Goblin!
The judges for this bout are Bart Greer, Peter Branson and Winston Alpacca.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Goblin wants to clinch up but Lievremont keeps it at a distance.

Lievremont looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lievremont (2) vs (0) Goblin

Lievremont is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Goblin sees it coming and defends easily.
Lievremont is keen to just control but Goblin is a slippery customer.
Goblin is looking for a sweep. Lievremont is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lievremont is thwarting Goblin's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lievremont tries to pass to full mount but Goblin defends it.
Goblin is staying active underneath Lievremont, who seems content to just control the action from this position.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Lievremont is working for a kimura but Goblin is defending it quite comfortably.
Lievremont is keen to just control but Goblin is a slippery customer.

Lievremont is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lievremont uses his free foot to push down on Goblin's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Goblin.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lievremont (5) vs (0) Goblin

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Lievremont has hold of Goblin's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Goblin manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.

Lievremont swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Goblin is now in Lievremont's guard. A big mistake from Lievremont there, giving up the dominant position!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lievremont (5) vs (2) Goblin
Goblin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lievremont is keeping the position for now.
Lievremont tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lievremont is working hard here to advance position.
Goblin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lievremont swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Goblin sitting in guard, not really doing much.

Lievremont working for a triangle but Goblin defends it easily.

Lievremont is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Goblin has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Buoy Training. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.

Lievremont is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lievremont looking for a sweep. Not yet Lievremont, not yet.
Lievremont is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Goblin wants to control from the top but Lievremont keeps moving.
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.
Goblin looking to pass the guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Goblin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Goblin preventing the sweep.

Lievremont looking for a triangle here. Goblin is fighting it but it looks tight! Lievremont pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Goblin is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Sylvain Lievremont!
During a confident post fight interview, Sylvain Lievremont thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: IVT Wednesday
Date: Mar 20, 2019

#R1#
Lievremont shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McMillian but McMillian pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Lievremont closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. McMillian quickly recovers to half guard.
Lievremont is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB#
McMillian is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Lievremont locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! McMillian is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sylvain Lievremont!
During a confident post fight interview, Sylvain Lievremont thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: IVT 2
Date: Feb 16, 2019

#R1#
Dummy scoring well with a low kick there.
Dummy lands with a kick to the ribs.
Lievremont avoids the body shot from Dummy.
Dummy cracks the inside of Lievremont's front leg.
Dummy is looking to slow Lievremont down with leg kicks.
Dummy throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Lievremont decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Dummy's guard.
Lievremont works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lievremont passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB#
Lievremont looking to isolate an arm here. Dummy doesn't see it coming and as Lievremont extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Lievremont!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sylvain Lievremont!
Our winner, Sylvain Lievremont, 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 02, 2019

#R1#
Boxing cracks Lievremont with a right hand to the side of the head.#TD2#
Lievremont closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lievremont lands in his opponent's guard.
Boxing is trying to keep Lievremont in close. #SUB2#
Lievremont drops back looking for a leg! Boxing is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Boxing manages to kick Lievremont off! Lievremont jumps back into Boxing's guard.
Lievremont advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Lievremont is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Boxing is trying to escape and Lievremont transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Boxing is forced to tap! Nice work there by Lievremont! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sylvain Lievremont!
Our winner, Sylvain Lievremont, 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.

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