Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SMASH: Floyd vs Babinski
Date: Sep 11, 2022

#R1#
Randalman takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CL#
Randalman clinches up with Kos and pushes him back against the cage.
Randalman tries to pull guard but Kos holds him up against the cage and eventually Randalman drops back down to his feet.
Randalman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kos is looking to break free of the clinch but Randalman has double underhooks.
Kos misses with a punch to the body.
Kos working hard to break the clinch.
Kos can't find room to land a body shot as Randalman controls the action.
Kos is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Randalman keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kos's efforts to push away.
Randalman is looking for a takedown.
Kos is trying to force a seperation but Randalman has the dominant position.
Kos tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Randalman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman misses with a punch to the body.
Kos wants to break free but Randalman has control. #TD#
Randalman gets a trip takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Kos kicks Randalman off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kos lands a head kick! #TD#
Randalman feints and as Kos raises his hands in defense, Randalman changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#T1##SUB#
Randalman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randalman is breathing heavily.
Kos is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Randalman is controlling him.
Randalman wants to pass the guard but Kos is keeping the position.
Randalman passes Kos's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kos is looking to escape.
Well, if Randalman 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. #ES2#
Kos manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Randalman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kos as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Randy Randalman. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Kos throws a series of strikes that have Randalman backpedaling. #CUT2#It looks like Randy Randalman has been cut.
Kos throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randalman moves away from the strike by Kos.
A big right from Kos misses.
Randalman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Randalman has managed to clinch.
Randalman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kos is defending well.
Kos has had enough of the clinch but Randalman keeps him there for the moment.
Randalman tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kos just stands there and leans against the cage.
Randalman lands with a short punch from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Randalman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kos has had enough of the clinch but Randalman keeps him there for the moment.
Kos tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kos tries to break the clinch but Randalman is controlling the position. #TD#
Randalman is trying to trip Kos. He has hold of a leg but Kos is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Randalman persists though and gets the takedown into guard.

Kos manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T3#
Kos's jab looks to have found its range, popping Randalman under the eye.
Randalman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kos misses the shot to the body.
Randalman lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kos misses with a series of wild punches.
Randalman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL#
Randalman pushes Kos up against the cage in a clinch.
Kos has had enough of the clinch but Randalman keeps him there for the moment.
Randalman fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kos is trying to force a seperation but Randalman has the dominant position.
Randalman fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD#
Randalman pulls guard effortlessly.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kos trying to stand up but can't free himself from Randalman's guard.#T4##SUB#
Randalman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kos stopping the sweep attempt from Randalman.#SU2#
Kos stands and steps away. Randalman gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Randalman slips a jab and a cross from Kos.
Kos scores with a jab to the head.
Randalman looks to land a right hand but Kos moved out of range.
Kos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randalman was well out of range. Poor timing from Kos.
Randalman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roman Kos dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Randy Randalman's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Kos lunges at Randalman with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Randalman's hand.
Randalman wants to clinch
and Kos counters with a stiff right hand.
Randalman blocks the body kick.
Randalman closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kos circles away.
Kos slaps away a takedown attempt from Randalman, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kos looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kos thuds his shin into the meat of Randalman's side.
Kos has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kos lands a brutal head kick. Randalman looks out on his feet and Kos throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Roman Kos!

Event: SMASH: Torsten vs Lomax
Date: Aug 27, 2022

#R1#
Dead catches Randalman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dead swings for the body but Randalman moves out of range.
Dead takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice defenses there by Randalman.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Randalman has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Dead tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Randalman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Randalman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dead is just riding it out for now. Randalman eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Randalman is looking for a kimura here.
Randalman is keen to just control but Dead is a slippery customer.
Randalman is pressing down on Dead's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dead is holding on for now.
Dead is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Rabid Dog , so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T1##SUB2#
Randalman seems to be looking for submissions.
Dead wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Randalman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dead sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Randalman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dead avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Randalman.
Randalman is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dead really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dead blocking the ground and pound attempt from Randalman. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Randalman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Dead tries to get to full guard but Randalman has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Randalman is trying to work for a kimura but Dead is defending well.
Randalman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dead trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Randalman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Randalman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dead's head. #T3#
Dead is trying to get back to full guard.
Randalman is trying to control. Dead wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Randalman seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Randalman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Randalman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dead defends it well. #SUB2#
Randalman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #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.#SUB2#
Randalman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dead has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Randalman is looking for a kimura but Dead is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Randalman to get the leverage.
Dead tries to get to full guard but Randalman has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Randalman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dead tries to roll over but Randalman keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randalman dominated that round.
That's time! Dead's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Randalman walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Randalman shoots in and drives through. Dead sprawls well.
Dead throws a jab but it's blocked by Randalman.
Dead looks to land a right hand but Randalman moved out of range.
Randalman with the counter takedown but Dead avoids it easily.
Dead misses with a straight right.
Dead throws a hook to the side of Randalman's head but Randalman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randalman closes this distance looking for a takedown but Dead circles away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Randalman is defended easily by Dead.
Better Dead has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randy Randalman.
Dead lands a lovely overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman tries to clinch up.
Dead swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Randalman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dead quickly recovers to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Dead makes his way to full guard, as Randalman worked for a kimura. #T1#
Dead has control of Randalman's left arm, preventing Randalman from doing any damage.
Randalman is looking to advance position but Dead has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randalman tries to hold on but Dead postures up.
Randalman really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Randalman wants to hold on but Dead pushes him away.#SU#
Dead is standing up, even though he is in mount. #T2#
Dead jabs Randalman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dead fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randalman manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Randalman pushes Dead up against the cage in a clinch.
Dead is pressed up against the cage. Randalman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Dead down to the mat. Dead avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Randalman fails with an attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Randalman throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dead tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Randalman is in Dead's guard.
Randalman trying to control but Dead is working from the bottom.
Randalman makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Randalman drops back, looking for a kneebar! Dead looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Dead looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Dead! #REVR##SU#
Dead stands up and we're back to a striking position. #CL2#
Randalman closes the distance and clinches.#T3#
Randalman misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dead. #TD2#
Randalman jumps guard.
Randalman is trying to keep Dead in close.
Dead is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Randalman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dead would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Randalman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dead can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Randalman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T4#
Dead trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dead would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Randalman looking for a guillotine here but Dead defends easily. #SUB2#
Randalman working for a triangle but Dead defends it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Better Dead dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Randalman gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Dead looking to slow down the pace here.
Randalman jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Dead walks away with a smile on his face. Randalman gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
A shot to the body from Dead misses
letting Randalman counter with a right hand.
Randalman dives in and grabs Dead's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dead pushes down on Randalman's head and hops out.
A little feinted left hand from Dead on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dead cracks Randalman with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL2#
Randalman moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman wants a takedown.
Better Dead has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randy Randalman.
Randalman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dead is pressed up against the cage. Randalman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Dead down to the mat. Dead avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Randalman slips under a jab from Dead.#CL2#
Randalman closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T1#
Randalman has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Dead is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Randalman is working for takedown but Dead is calmly controlling the position for now.
Dead is trying to force a seperation but Randalman has the dominant position.
Dead is pressed up against the cage. Randalman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Dead down to the mat. Dead avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Better Dead is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Randalman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dead missing with a left hand there. Randalman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randalman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Randalman is defended easily by Dead.
Dead cracks Randalman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Dead throws the left hand but Randalman avoids the punch easily.
Randalman tries to clinch up but Dead circles away and keeps his distance.
Better Dead seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randalman takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Randalman has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT#It looks like Randy Randalman has been cut.#CL2#
Randalman has managed to clinch. #TD2#
Dead is fighting off a takedown attempt but Randalman is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Dead to the mat. Dead regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dead has control of Randalman's left arm, preventing Randalman from doing any damage.
Randalman is looking to work some ground and pound but Dead has wrist control.
Dead is pulling down on Randalman's head to control his posture.
Randalman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Randalman trying to control the position from guard on top but Dead is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randalman looking to sit in guard and control but Dead gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Randalman looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dead passes into side control. #SU#
Dead has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T3##TD2#
Randalman gets the takedown into side control.
Randy Randalman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Randalman is looking to take a break and control but Dead is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dead is trying to buck Randalman off.#SUB2#
Randalman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dead is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Randalman working away.#T4##SUB2#
Randalman swings around for an armbar but Dead sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Randalman's guard.
Dead wants to get up but he can't break Randalman's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Randalman looking for a sweep. Not yet Randalman, not yet.
Dead wants to stand but Randalman is controlling his posture from full guard.
Dead trying to control the position from guard on top but Randalman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dead is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Randalman working for a triangle but Dead defends it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Better Dead showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dead has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Better Dead!
Better Dead made sure to mention his sponsor, Fantasy Threads in his post fight interview.

Event: SMASH: Menshikov vs Kohler
Date: Jul 31, 2022

#R1#
Sito lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#It looks like Randy Randalman has been cut.
Randalman fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sito looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Randalman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sito as he avoids it easily.
Sito tests Randalman's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Randalman misses with a takedown attempt
and Sito counters with a left to the body.
Sito throws a big shot that misses.
Sito throws a one two combo. #ROC2#Randalman is rocked!
We've been hearing reports that Randalman has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Randalman drops his hands momentarily and Sito takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Oh Randalman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Randalman tries to clinch but Sito moves away
and Sito counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Robert Sito!

Event: SMASH: Roy vs Smith
Date: Jul 16, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Randalman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cole, pushing him back against the cage.
Randalman is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Cole gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Cole lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC#
Cole escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice shot lands for Cole.
Cole bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Randalman's head backwards.
Randalman shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cole defends it nicely.
Randalman fails with a takedown attempt.
James Cole has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randy Randalman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman misses with a takedown attempt
and Cole makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Randalman shoots in for a takedown but Cole shows good takedown defense.
Randalman closes this distance looking for a takedown but Cole circles away.#T1#
Cole lands a nice leg kick that just misses Randalman's sensitive parts.
Jab, jab by Cole - just one landing.
Randalman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Randalman moves in looking to clinch but Cole pushes him off.
Randalman wants to clinch
and Cole counters with a two punch combo.
Randalman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD#
and Cole counters with a crisp one two that drops Randalman! Cole thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Randalman to his feet! Randalman is in big trouble!#TD2#
Randalman drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cole is trying to control the position but Randalman postures up.
Cole has Randalman pulled in close to control his posture. #T2#
Randalman pushing down on Cole's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Randalman looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Cole with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Cole moves into full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Cole holds on and takes a little breather.
Cole looking to control.
Cole is adopting a defensive guard.
Cole looking to control. #SUB#
Cole looking for a guillotine here but Randalman defends easily.
Cole trying to keep a closed guard but Randalman is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Randalman trying to control but Cole is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randalman wants to pass the guard but Cole is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randalman wants to control from the top but Cole keeps moving.
Cole pulls Randalman in to control the position.
Randalman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Randalman wants to pass the guard but Cole is keeping the position.
Cole is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice jab there from Cole.
Cole misses with a hook
letting Randalman counter with a right hand.
Randy Randalman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Randalman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cole.
Cole swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Cole keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
It appears Cole was looking to counter with a kick there.
Cole misses with a straight left.
James Cole is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
No luck for Randalman with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Randalman shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Cole is trying to defend but Randalman finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Cole is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that James Cole will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Cole scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Cole misses with a combination #TD2#
so Randalman counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Randalman lands a couple of digs.
Cole being controlled here, momentarily.
Randalman wants to control from the top but Cole keeps moving.
Cole has control of Randalman's left arm, preventing Randalman from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Cole is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Cole throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Randalman pushes down on Cole's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Randalman slips a nice elbow through Cole's hands, connecting with Cole's forehead.
Cole trying to control here.
Cole is controlling Randalman's trapped leg to prevent Randalman from advancing to side control.
Cole is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Still in half guard, Randalman seems content to control.
Cole is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Randalman connects with a nice short shot to Cole's temple. #SUB2#
Randalman seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Randalman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T2#
Cole gets full guard.#SUB#
Cole has his foot on Randalman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Randalman works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Randalman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cole has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Randalman has managed to get both his arms back between Cole's legs - danger averted.
Cole looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Randalman trying to control but Cole is working from the bottom.
Randalman stands up over Cole, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Randalman lands a couple of elbows.
Randalman postures up.
Cole keeping moving, preventing Randalman from controlling successfully. #T3#
Cole is pulling down on Randalman's head to control his posture.
Cole looking to control.
Cole is controlling Randalman's posture.
Randalman postures up. #SUB#
Cole looking for a guillotine here but Randalman defends easily.
Randalman trying to control but Cole is working from the bottom.
Cole is trying to keep Randalman in close. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Randalman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cole has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Randalman has managed to get both his arms back between Cole's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Cole looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Randalman wants to control from the top but Cole keeps moving.
Randalman landing with the ground and pound.
Cole controls Randalman momentarily but Randalman frees himself.
Randalman trying to control but Cole is working from the bottom.
Randalman scoring with some ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randalman working some strikes from top position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Randalman's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Randalman trying to control the position from guard on top but Cole is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randalman 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 each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Randalman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cole.
Randalman connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Cole moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Randalman rushes Cole and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Cole gets through Randalman's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Cole on the inside.
Cole swings wildly with an uppercut but Randalman uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman swings wildly with an uppercut but Cole uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randalman's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Randalman looking for a takedown.
Cole scores with a nice hook to the head.
Randalman is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Cole gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T1#
Cole comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Cole using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Randalman has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Cole throws an elbow but misses.
Cole fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cole swings wildly with an uppercut but Randalman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cole prevents the takedown attempt.
James Cole has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randy Randalman.
Cole tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Cole pushes off an throws an elbow but Randalman leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Randalman is trying to drag Cole to the mat but Cole just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cole pushes Randalman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Cole. #TD#
Cole jumps into guard, dragging Randalman to the mat.
Randalman sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cole pulls Randalman in close to his closed guard and prevents Randalman from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
Cole is trying to keep Randalman in close.
Randalman looking to sit in guard and control but Cole gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Cole pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Randalman is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Cole got a little sloppy there for a moment and Randalman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cole has managed to get both his arms back between Randalman's legs - danger averted.
Cole is looking to pass into half guard but Randalman pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Randalman is in guard.#REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Randalman postures up. #SUB#
Cole working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Randalman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Randalman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Randalman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3##SUB#
Cole is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Randalman is aware though and is defending well.
Cole is trying to control the position but Randalman postures up.
Cole keeping moving, preventing Randalman from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Randalman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Cole lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Randalman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Cole defends well.
Cole not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4##SUB2#
Randalman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cole doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cole manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Cole pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Randalman is keeping the position for now.
Cole is working hard here to advance position.
Randy Randalman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Cole not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Randalman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Cole looking to pass the guard.
Cole trying to control but Randalman is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
James Cole showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Cole has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SMASH: Branko vs Peieira
Date: Jul 08, 2022

#R1#
Dead wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dead uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randalman.
Dead throws a lazy uppercut
and Randalman counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Dead misses the target. #CL2#
Dead gets tackled into the cage by Randalman. Randalman maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Randalman manages to pull guard. #SUB2#
Dead is posturing up here but Randalman has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Dead tries to roll out but it's too tight and Dead has to tap! Slick submission there by Randalman!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Randy Randalman!
Randy Randalman seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SMASH: Perkele vs Randalman
Date: Jun 25, 2022

#R1#
Perkele lands a nice shot to the body. #CL2#
Randalman clinches up with Perkele and pushes him back against the cage.
Randalman tries for a takedown but Perkele manages to get underhooks.
Perkele pushes Randalman back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Randalman can't get the takedown.
Perkele prevents the takedown attempt.
Ispa Perkele has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randy Randalman.
Perkele scores with a hook to the body.
Good body shot from Perkele.
Perkele lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Perkele lands an elbow inside. #CUT#It looks like Randy Randalman has been cut.
Perkele lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Randalman has Perkele pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Perkele manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Randalman drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Perkele avoiding damage as Randalman throws knees to the body.
Perkele with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Perkele breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Randalman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Perkele tries to avoid it but Randalman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Perkele to the ground. Perkele escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL2#
Randalman has closed the distance and engaged Perkele in a clinch.
Perkele lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Randalman or not.
Randalman looks winded!
Perkele lands a left hand that snaps the head of Randalman backwards. #BC#
Perkele breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Randalman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Randalman tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Perkele connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#Randalman is rocked!
Perkele cracks Randalman with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Randalman falls to his knees and Perkele doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ispa Perkele!
Ispa Perkele retains his lightweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Ispa Perkele thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SMASH: Torsten vs Choke 3
Date: Jun 11, 2022

#R1#
Petrov swings for the body but Randalman moves out of range.
Randalman with a poor takedown
and Petrov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've been hearing reports that Randalman has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Randalman staying out of range there.
Randalman throws a hook but Petrov blocks it.#TD#
Randalman dives in and scores a takedown into Petrov's guard.
Petrov pulls Randalman in close to prevent any damage.
Randalman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randalman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Randalman looking to sit in guard and control but Petrov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Randalman swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Randalman working for a triangle but Petrov defends it easily. #T1##SUB#
Petrov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Randalman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Petrov has managed to get both his arms back between Randalman's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Randalman has his foot on Petrov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Petrov works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Randalman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Petrov looking to pass the guard.
Petrov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Petrov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Randalman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Randalman has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Petrov should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Randalman has tightened it up now! Petrov 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 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Randy Randalman!
A very excited looking Randy Randalman 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: SFL 41 | Hopkins vs Johnson
Date: Jan 17, 2021

#R1#
Miyagi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Randalman's head backwards.
Randalman throws a big shot that misses.
Miyagi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good standup being displayed there by Randalman as he connects with a hook.
Miyagi finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
As Miyagi backs off Randalman throws a huge counter combo but Miyagi manages to avoid it all.
A low kick from Miyagi misses
and Randalman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Miyagi lands a nice shot to the body.
Randalman connects with a single shot there.
Miyagi throws a right hand that misses
and Randalman counters with a left to the body.
Randalman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyagi.
Miyagi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Miyagi throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miyagi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Miyagi loads up on a big right hand but Randalman slips the punch.
It seemed like Randalman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Miyagi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Randalman fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Miyagi on the side of the head.
Miyagi takes a swing at Randalman's ribcage but misses.
Randalman goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Randalman throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Miyagi looks to throw the jab but Randalman is out of range.
Randalman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Randalman is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Randalman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Miyagi moves away.
Randalman slips a straight right by Miyagi.
Randalman connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Miyagi's hands.
Randalman connects with a looping right hand.
A swing and a miss from Miyagi.
Miyagi digs a good hook to Randalman's body.
Randalman scores with a jab to the head.
Miyagi throws a leg kick which misses Randalman's front leg but catches the back leg as Randalman tries to avoid it.
Miyagi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Randalman moves away.
Miyagi missing with a left hand there. Randalman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Randalman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Randalman slips a jab and a cross from Miyagi.
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!
Randalman comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Randalman is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T2#
Miyagi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randalman manages to avoid it.
Randalman blocks a jab.
Randalman slips a jab from Miyagi.
Miyagi looks to score with a jab to the body but Randalman is just out of range.
Koryu Miyagi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Miyagi connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Randalman has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Miyagi scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Randalman scores with a jab to the jaw.
Randalman is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Miyagi had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Miyagi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Randalman looks to score with a jab to the body but Miyagi is just out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Randalman as he connects with a hook.
Miyagi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Randalman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Miyagi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Randalman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Miyagi.
Randalman with the counter takedown but Miyagi avoids it easily.
Miyagi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Randalman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Miyagi.
It seemed like Randalman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Miyagi lands with a right hand.
Randalman takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T3#
Miyagi throws a hook but Randalman avoids it easily.
Miyagi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Miyagi misses with a straight left.
Randalman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Miyagi throws a jab but it's blocked by Randalman.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randalman! But no joy.
Miyagi misses with a looping left.
Randalman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Randalman scores with a body shot.
Miyagi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Randalman was well out of range. Poor timing from Miyagi.
Randalman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Miyagi defends it well.
Miyagi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Miyagi misses with a head kick.
Randalman moves into range and connects with a jab.
Miyagi tries to score with a low kick but Randalman moves his leg out of the way.
Miyagi closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Miyagi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Randalman is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Miyagi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Randalman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T4#
Randalman scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Miyagi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Randalman.
Miyagi tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Miyagi throws an overhand right that lands on Randalman's shoulder, as Randalman tries to avoid the shot.
Miyagi scores with a jab.
Miyagi misses with a hook to the body #TD2#
and Randalman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Miyagi's guard.
Miyagi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Randalman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Randalman's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Miyagi is controlling Randalman's posture.
Randalman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Randalman trying to control the position from guard on top but Miyagi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randalman is pushing down on Miyagi's leg trying to pass to half guard. Miyagi is fighting to maintain full guard but Randalman has managed to sneak the leg through.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Koryu Miyagi will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Miyagi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Randalman works over Miyagi's head and body with a nice combination.
Miyagi throws a hook but Randalman blocks it.
Miyagi takes one on the button.
Miyagi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Miyagi misses with a wild body shot.
Miyagi just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Randalman was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Randalman darts in looking for a takedown but Miyagi gets double underhooks and turns Randalman into the cage.
Randalman works the jab nicely.
Randalman jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Miyagi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A punch lands to the side of Randalman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randalman cracks Miyagi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Randalman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Koryu Miyagi is winning the standup battle so far.
Miyagi moves away from the strike by Randalman.
Randalman lands with a right hand.
Randalman defending well as Miyagi loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Miyagi takes a swing at Randalman's ribcage but misses.
Randalman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Randalman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Miyagi.
Jab by Miyagi.
Miyagi stuns Randalman with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Randalman lands an overhand right.
Miyagi throws a hook but Randalman avoids it easily.
Miyagi moves out of range of the strikes.
Miyagi throws a combination that misses
and Randalman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Randalman lands a jab.
Miyagi's corner calls for a 1-2. Miyagi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Randalman shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Miyagi as he avoids it easily.
Miyagi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Miyagi works over Randalman's head and body with a nice combination.#T2#
Randalman scores with a sloppy right hand. Miyagi should have avoided that one.
Randalman ducks under a wild hook from Miyagi.
Nice sprawl there from Miyagi as Randalman shoots in.
Koryu Miyagi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randy Randalman.
Randalman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Randalman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Randalman.
Randalman keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Miyagi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Randalman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Miyagi manages to avoid it.
Miyagi throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Randalman to counter with a crisp jab.
Miyagi with a nice cross.
Randalman with a hook.
Randalman lands the left hand.
Miyagi cracks Randalman with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Miyagi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Randalman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Miyagi lands a right hook to the body.
Randalman has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T3#
Randalman dives in for a single leg takedown but Miyagi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Randalman might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Randalman lands the left hand.
Miyagi misses with a body shot.
Randalman moves out of range as Miyagi strikes.
Miyagi throws a hook to the side of Randalman's head but Randalman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Miyagi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Randalman sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Miyagi misses with a hook. Randalman ducked under it nicely.
Randalman lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Miyagi throws a body shot but no joy.
Miyagi throws a hook but Randalman avoids it easily.
Miyagi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Randalman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A slow jab from Randalman misses its intended target.
Miyagi throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Randalman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Miyagi tries to roll over but Randalman keeps him under control.#T4#
Randalman is trying to control. Miyagi wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Miyagi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Randalman is working away from the top position though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Randalman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Miyagi defending well though.
Miyagi trying to control but Randalman postures up.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Randalman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Miyagi defending well though.
Randalman controlling the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Randy Randalman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Randalman works the jab nicely.
Randalman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Randalman dodges the punch combination from Miyagi.
Randalman throws a series of punches but Miyagi moves out of range.
Miyagi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Randalman.
Randalman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A combination from Randalman does no damage.
Miyagi misses with a straight right.
Randalman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A jab lands there for Randalman.
Randalman misses with a shot to the body
and Miyagi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman catches Miyagi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Randalman swings for the body but Miyagi moves out of range.
Miyagi digs a good body shot into Randalman's ribs.
Randalman moves out of range as Miyagi strikes.
Randalman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Miyagi walks into a straight right hand from Randalman.
Miyagi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Randalman misses with a straight left.
Miyagi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randalman manages to avoid it.
Randalman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Miyagi.
Miyagi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Randalman.
Randalman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Miyagi.
Randalman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Randalman lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Miyagi circles away quickly and effectively.
A telegraphed right hand from Miyagi misses the target.
Miyagi throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Randalman counter with a right hand.
Miyagi throws a series of strikes that have Randalman backpedaling.
Miyagi throws a body punch but Randalman moves out of range.
Miyagi throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Randalman counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
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!
Miyagi trying to control from the bottom.
Miyagi is concentrating on defense, preventing Randalman from advancing position.
Miyagi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Randalman lands a nice short elbow.
Miyagi preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Randalman lands a nice short elbow.
Miyagi is refusing to be controlled, as Randalman sits in half guard.
Miyagi avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Randalman.
Randalman looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Randalman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Nice strikes from Randalman there.
Randalman wants to control but Miyagi is keeping him busy.
Randalman stalling.
Randalman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Miyagi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Randalman is working away from the top position though.
Miyagi is holding on to half guard well.
Miyagi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Randalman is working away from the top position though.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Miyagi wants to improve his position but Randalman is controlling well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Miyagi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Randalman! But no joy.
Miyagi swings for the body but Randalman moves out of range.
Randalman avoids the body shot from Miyagi.
Miyagi throws a body punch but Randalman moves out of range.
Miyagi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Randalman.
Randalman misses with a right hand
and Miyagi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Miyagi misses with a hook. Randalman ducked under it nicely.
Miyagi misses with a few strikes there.
Randalman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Miyagi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Miyagi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Randy Randalman.
I think Randalman 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Randy Randalman!
Randy Randalman decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Koryu Miyagi spoke after the fight, saying 'Ill train smarter and harder next time, so i come back stronger than ever!'.

Event: SFL 34 | Drum Roll
Date: Dec 20, 2020

#R1#
Petrov dodges the punch combination from Randalman.
Petrov misses with a right hand
letting Randalman counter with a right hand.
Randalman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Petrov throws out the jab.
Petrov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL#
Randalman gets tackled into the cage by Petrov. Petrov maintains the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Petrov working aggressively here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Petrov.
Randalman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Petrov is defending well for now.#TD2#
Randalman pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Randalman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Petrov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Randalman looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Petrov is defending well. Randalman quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Petrov has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Randalman celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Randy Randalman!
After winning the bout, Randy Randalman thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SAFO 61 Goncalves v Mendoza
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1##TD2#
Randalman closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Randalman lands in his opponent's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Randalman is pushing down on Gracie's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gracie is fighting to maintain full guard but Randalman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Randalman trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Randalman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gracie tries to roll over but Randalman keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman wants to take a breather but Gracie is having none of it.
Randalman is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Randalman working over Gracie with some ground and pound. Gracie looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1#
Randalman scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Randalman looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Randalman moves nicely into side control. #SUB2#
Randalman has hold of Gracie's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Gracie tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Randalman cranks the arm and Gracie screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Gracie, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Randy Randalman!
A victorious Randy Randalman thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SAFO 57 Randleman v Flexy
Date: May 02, 2020

#R1#
Randalman throws the kick towards the body but Flexy avoids it.
Flexy with the counter takedown but Randalman avoids it easily.#TD2#
Flexy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Randalman!
Randalman manages to get back to half guard.
Flexy looks to land a strike but Randalman avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Flexy with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Flexy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Randalman is on top in guard. #REVR#
Randalman is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Randalman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Randalman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Flexy is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Flexy looking for a guillotine here but Randalman defends easily. #SUB2#
Flexy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1##SUB2#
Flexy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Randalman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Flexy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Randalman trying to control but Flexy is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Flexy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Randalman tries to free his leg and advance position but Flexy is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Flexy throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Randalman escapes and throws Flexy's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Randalman wants to control but Flexy is keeping him busy.
Flexy is looking to reverse the position.
Flexy is not content to let Randalman control the position. #T2#
Flexy takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Randalman has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Flexy!#SUB#
Randalman with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Flexy is looking to improve his position but Randalman isn't that keen on the idea.
Randalman landing shots from mount.
Flexy working to try and regain half guard.
Randalman scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Flexy?
Randalman trying to control but Flexy is having none of it.
Randalman punishing his opponent with strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Flexy tries to hold on but Randalman postures up.#T3#
Randalman looking to control but Flexy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Flexy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Flexy keeps trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Randalman goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Flexy turns into him and now he's in Randalman's guard.
Flexy looking to sit in guard and control but Randalman gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Flexy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Randalman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Randalman has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Randalman lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T4#
Randalman passes Flexy's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Flexy tries to get to full guard but Randalman has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Flexy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Flexy on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Randalman in particular looking to stall.
Flexy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Randalman's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Randalman's back!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Flexy is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Randalman is defending well though. Flexy let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Flexy is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Randalman defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Flexy avoiding Randalman 's attempts to control his hands.
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 Randy Randalman will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Flexy moves out of range of the leg kick from Randalman.
Randalman paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Randalman looks for the body kick but Flexy saw that one coming.
And Flexy tries to counter it with a takedown but Randalman pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Flexy bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Randalman is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Flexy is trying to get an arm triangle but Randalman is defending well.
Flexy misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #SUB2#
Flexy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Flexy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flexy creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Randalman sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Randalman manages to work his way to half guard, despite Flexy's best efforts.
Randalman keeping hold of Flexy's head, controlling as best he can.
Randalman manages to get to full guard. #T1#
Flexy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Flexy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Flexy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Randalman holds on and takes a little breather.
Randalman is trying to keep Flexy in close.
Flexy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Randalman trying to control the position.
Flexy throws a big elbow that misses. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Randalman looking to control.
Flexy wants to control from the top but Randalman keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Randalman buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Flexy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Randalman. #TD2#
Flexy fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Randalman sprawls well initially but Flexy persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Flexy is looking for a kimura here.
Flexy not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3##SUB2#
Flexy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Randalman has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Flexy is looking for a kimura but Randalman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Flexy to get the leverage.
Dropkick Flexy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Randalman is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Flexy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Randalman has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Flexy seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Randalman is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Dropkick Flexy!
Dropkick Flexy is the new welterweight champion!
A relieved looking Dropkick Flexy 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: SAFO 52 Frost v IsMore
Date: Apr 10, 2020

#R1##TD2#
Clinton shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Randalman is trying to defend but Clinton finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Randalman is concentrating on defense, preventing Clinton from advancing position.
Randalman makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Randalman.
Randalman tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Randalman looking for a guillotine here but Clinton defends easily.
Randalman looking for a sweep. Not yet Randalman, not yet.
Clinton is looking to work some ground and pound but Randalman has wrist control.
Clinton looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman is pulling down on Clinton's head to control his posture.
Randalman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
Clinton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randalman is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Clinton keeps trying to improve his position.
Randalman postures up in Clinton's guard and throws a big left but Clinton blocks it.
Randalman makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Randalman works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Randalman seems to be looking for submissions.
Clinton is looking to improve his position.
Clinton avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Randalman.
Clinton is pressing down on Randalman's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Clinton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T2#
Clinton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Randalman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Randalman stands up over Clinton, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Clinton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Randalman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Randalman trying to control but Clinton is working from the bottom.
Randalman wants to pass the guard but Clinton is keeping the position.
Randalman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Randalman advances position into side control!
Clinton is looking to regain half guard here but Randalman keeps moving and retains side control.
Clinton is trying to control Randalman's posture but Randalman avoids it. #T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randalman trying to control the action but Clinton is working from the bottom.
Randalman cracks Clinton with a big right hand but Clinton just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Randalman trying to control the position but Clinton is working away.
Clinton tries to bench press Randalman off him but Randalman keeps the position.
Randalman working away.
Randalman just content to control the position.
Randalman is looking to take a break and control but Clinton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Clinton tries to bench press Randalman off him but Randalman keeps the position. #T4#
Randalman trying to control the action but Clinton is working from the bottom.
Randalman cracks Clinton with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Clinton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Randalman controls the position.
Randalman has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Randalman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Clinton is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randalman dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
A good leg kick by Randalman. #TD2#
Clinton drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Clinton is looking to take a break and control but Randalman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Randalman tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Clinton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Randalman rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Clinton's guard! Nice work there by Randalman!
Randalman stays in close to Clinton's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman preventing the sweep. #T1#
Randalman wants to control from the top but Clinton keeps moving.
Randalman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Randalman stopping the sweep attempt from Clinton.
Randalman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Clinton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randalman is one step ahead there.
Randalman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Clinton keeping moving, preventing Randalman from controlling successfully.
Randalman connects with a couple of short punches.
Clinton is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Clinton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randalman is one step ahead there. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Clinton working a defensive guard here.
Our spies down at at Catch Wrestling L.A. inform us that Clinton has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Randalman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Clinton's head.
Randalman works over Clinton with some ground and pound from guard.
Randalman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Randalman scoring with some ground and pound.
Clinton has his hands on Randalman's head, controlling the position.
Clinton is trying to keep Randalman in close.
Randalman pushes down on Clinton's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Randy Randalman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Randalman is working for a kimura but Clinton is defending it quite comfortably. #T3#
Clinton wants to control but Randalman is keeping busy.
Randalman is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Clinton is concentrating on defense, preventing Randalman from advancing position.
Clinton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Randalman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Clinton has managed to free his arm - good work.
Randalman not doing much here.
Clinton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Clinton regains full guard. Nicely done.
Randalman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Randalman passes into half guard.
Clinton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Randalman is working for a kimura but Clinton is defending it quite comfortably.
Randalman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randalman is trying to control the action in half guard but Clinton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Randalman tries to pass to full mount but Clinton defends it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randalman dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3##TD2#
Randalman gets caught napping as Clinton dives in and scores a takedown. Randalman manages to retain guard.
Randalman keeping full guard, as Clinton tries to pass.
Randalman managing to control the position.
Clinton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Randalman keeping moving, preventing Clinton from controlling successfully.
Randalman is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Randalman prevents Clinton from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clinton is looking to control Randalman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Clinton avoid being mounted?
Randalman controlling the action here. #T1#
Randalman wants to control but Clinton is keeping him busy.
Randalman prevents Clinton from improving his position.
Clinton wants to control but Randalman is keeping busy. #SUB#
Randalman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Clinton trying to control here.
Clinton tries to roll over but Randalman keeps him under control.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Clinton trying to control but Randalman postures up. #SUB#
Randalman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Randalman lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Randalman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Clinton wants to improve his position but Randalman is controlling well.
Randalman is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #T3#
Clinton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Clinton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Randalman jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Clinton manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Clinton tries to bench press Randalman off him but Randalman keeps the position. #SUB#
Randalman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Clinton has escaped the position, nice work there.
Randalman lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Clinton is not content to let Randalman control the position.
Clinton struggling a bit here.
Randalman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Clinton can do to turn this around?
Clinton taking punishment in the form of punches. #T4##SUB#
Randalman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Clinton on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #SUB#
Randalman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Randalman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Clinton takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Randalman landing strikes. #SUB#
Randalman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Clinton has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Randalman tries for a kimura but Clinton is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Clinton tries to improve position but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randalman clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Randalman scores with a three punch combo!
Clinton 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.#TD2#
Clinton shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Randalman's guard.
Clinton being controlled here momentarily.
Clinton trying to control but Randalman is working from the bottom.
Clinton looking to sit in guard and control but Randalman gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Clinton keeping moving, preventing Randalman from controlling successfully.
Clinton wants to sweep here but Randalman controlling him for the moment.
Randalman wants to control from the top but Clinton keeps moving.
Randalman has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Clinton is trying to control the position but Randalman postures up. #T1#
Randalman works over Clinton with some ground and pound from guard.
Clinton wants to sweep here but Randalman controlling him for the moment.
Randalman is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Randalman is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Randalman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Randalman postures up.
Randalman won't allow Clinton to sweep him here.
Clinton is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Randalman trying to control the position from guard on top but Clinton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randalman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Clinton's head.
Randalman landing some decent shots from guard.
Randalman controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Randalman is in close to Clinton's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Randalman wants to control from the top but Clinton keeps moving.
Clinton pulls Randalman in close to his closed guard and prevents Randalman from doing any damage or advancing position.
Randalman looking to pass the guard.
Randalman is stalling in the full guard.
Clinton keeping moving, preventing Randalman from controlling successfully. #T3#
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Randalman is working Clinton over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Clinton keeping moving, preventing Randalman from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Randalman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Clinton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Randalman is one step ahead there.
Clinton is still trying to improve position.
Randalman wants to pass the guard but Clinton is keeping the position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Randalman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Randalman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Clinton pulls Randalman in close to his closed guard and prevents Randalman from doing any damage or advancing position.
Clinton trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Randalman throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Clinton tries to clinch up but Randalman circles away and keeps his distance.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Randalman, as that shot connected. #CL#
Randalman forces Clinton back against the cage and clinches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randalman had his way with Jack Clinton in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Nice body kick there by Randalman.
Randalman with a nice cross.
Randalman lets loose with a powerful body kick. Clinton will feel that in the morning.
Clinton takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Randalman connects with an inside leg kick.
Randalman throws a head kick that misses.
Randalman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#TD2#
Clinton dives in and scores a takedown into Randalman's guard.
Randalman keeping full guard, as Clinton tries to pass.
Randalman controlling Clinton's posture.
Clinton looking to pass the guard.
Clinton is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Randalman has his hands on Clinton's head, controlling the position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#T1#
Clinton wants to control from the top but Randalman keeps moving.
Randalman looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Randalman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Clinton gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Randalman not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Clinton trying to control the position from guard on top but Randalman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Clinton is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Randy Randalman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Clinton wants to control from the top but Randalman keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Clinton fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Randalman sprawls well initially but Clinton persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Randalman tries to roll over but Clinton keeps him under control.
Clinton seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Randalman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Randalman gets back to full guard.
Clinton trying to control but Randalman is working from the bottom. #T3#
Clinton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Randalman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Randalman wants to sweep but no luck.
Clinton is fighting to break Randalman's control of his arms but Randalman is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Randalman keeping moving, preventing Clinton from controlling successfully.
Randalman seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Clinton throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Randalman works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Randalman controls Clinton momentarily but Clinton frees himself. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#CL#
Randalman has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Clinton successfully pulls guard.
Randalman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Randalman wants to control from the top but Clinton keeps moving.
Clinton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Randalman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Clinton's head.
Clinton keeping moving, preventing Randalman from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randalman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Jack Clinton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Clinton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Randy Randalman.
Well Randalman has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 50:45
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 50:45
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Randalman!
Randy Randalman retains his welterweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Randy Randalman thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SAFO 45 Gracie v Hawk
Date: Mar 13, 2020

#R1##CL#
Brunswick clinches.
Brunswick digs a right hand into Randalman's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Randalman's gas tank.
Brunswick really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Randalman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Brunswick's elbow.
Brunswick avoids the elbow strike from Randalman, against the cage.
Randalman throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Randalman tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Randalman tries to throw a body punch but Brunswick avoids it by throwing Randalman back against the cage.
Brunswick struggles to land a body shot inside as Randalman controls his hands.
Brunswick swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Randalman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Brunswick is defending well.#TD2#
Randalman lands a takedown into guard.
Randalman advances position into side control!
Brunswick is not content to let Randalman control the position.
Randalman controlling the position.
Brunswick knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Randalman on the ground.
Randalman trying to control the action but Brunswick is working from the bottom.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Randalman working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T1##SUB2#
Randalman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Brunswick has escaped the position, nice work there.
A lull in the action here as Randalman stalls from top position.
Randalman landing strikes. #SUB2#
Randalman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Randalman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Brunswick knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Brunswick on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Brunswick tries to get out of the position.#T2##SUB2#
Randalman is trying to get an arm triangle but Brunswick is defending well. #SUB2#
Randalman has an Americana. Brunswick didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Randalman is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Randalman hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Randy Randalman! Randy Randalman retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Randy Randalman 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: SAFO 37 Russian Collusion
Date: Feb 01, 2020

#R1#
Flexy throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Randalman tries to score with a low kick but Flexy moves his leg out of the way.
A shot to the liver by Flexy. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
Flexy gets a clinch.
Randalman is trying to drag Flexy to the mat but Flexy just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD#
Flexy manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Flexy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Randalman defends well.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Flexy holds on and takes a little breather.
Randalman working some strikes from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman wants to control from the top but Flexy keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Randalman is looking to work some ground and pound but Flexy has wrist control.#T1##SUB#
Flexy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Randalman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Randalman postures up. #SUB#
Flexy has his foot on Randalman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Randalman works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Flexy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Randalman defends well.
Randalman trying to control but Flexy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Flexy is looking for a triangle but Randalman pushes his legs off easily.
Randalman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
Randalman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Flexy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Randalman advances position into side control!
Randalman working the head and body with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Flexy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Flexy is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Randalman is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Flexy is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Flexy's face as Randalman controls the position.
Randalman tries to advance to mount but can't. #T3##SUB2#
Randalman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Flexy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Randalman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Flexy keeps working.
Randalman works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Randalman is looking to take a break and control but Flexy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Randalman tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Randalman working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T4#
Flexy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Randalman wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Randalman trying to control the action but Flexy is working from the bottom.
Flexy tries to bench press Randalman off him but Randalman keeps the position.
A lull in the action here as Randalman stalls from top position.
You can see the frustration on Flexy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Randalman is trying to get an arm triangle but Flexy is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Flexy is looking to regain half guard here but Randalman keeps moving and retains side control.
Randalman has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Flexy!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Randy Randalman will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Randalman misses with a lunging right hand
and Flexy counters with a nice low kick that buckles Randalman's knee momentarily.
Flexy tries to clinch up but Randalman circles away and keeps his distance.
Flexy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Flexy misses with a body shot.
Randalman throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Randalman just misses with a punch to the body.
Randalman takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Flexy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randalman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Randalman throws a body kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Flexy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flexy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Randalman.
Randalman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Flexy takes a swing at Randalman's ribcage but misses.
Flexy thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Randalman if he has to take too many more of those.
Flexy gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Randalman.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randalman looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1##CL#
Flexy rushes Randalman and presses him up against the cage.
Randalman misses with an elbow over the top.
Flexy is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Randalman is defending well for now.
Randalman tries to land knees in the clinch but Flexy avoids the damage to the body.
Randalman can't get the takedown.
Flexy unloads a knee to the mid-section. Randalman lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Flexy with a knee to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Randy Randalman has been cut.#TD#
Flexy pulls guard successfully.
Randalman tries to free his leg and advance position but Flexy is retaining full guard.
Randalman wants to control from the top but Flexy keeps moving.
Flexy looking to control.
Randalman trying to control the position from guard on top but Flexy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Randalman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Flexy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Randalman has managed to get both his arms back between Flexy's legs - danger averted.
Randalman 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. #T2#
Randalman is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Flexy working for a triangle but Randalman defends it easily.
Randalman trying to control but Flexy is working from the bottom.
Flexy trying to control the position.
Randalman tries to free his leg and advance position but Flexy is retaining full guard.
Randalman trying to control but Flexy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Flexy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Randalman working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.#T3##SUB#
Flexy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Randalman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Randalman distracts Flexy with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Randalman trying to control but Flexy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Flexy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Randalman defends it easily.
Randalman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Randalman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Randalman is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
Randalman passes Flexy's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Randalman is looking for a kimura but Flexy is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Randalman to get the leverage.
Flexy trying to control here. #SUB#
Flexy actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Randalman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Randy Randalman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Flexy wants to control but Randalman is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Randalman is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Randalman passes to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dropkick Flexy dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Randy Randalman's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Flexy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jab, jab by Randalman - just one landing.
A thudding body kick lands there by Flexy!
Flexy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randalman.
Randalman fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dropkick Flexy is winning the standup battle so far.
A head kick misses from Randalman.
Flexy throws a push kick but Randalman slaps the foot to one side.
Randalman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Flexy defends it well.
Flexy scores with a nice body kick.
Flexy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Flexy feints and then cracks Randalman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Randalman down.
Flexy avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randalman throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Flexy.
Flexy tried to counter with a leg kick but Randalman avoided it.
Flexy throws a head kick that misses.
Randalman loads up on a big right hand but Flexy slips the punch.
Flexy wants to clinch up but Randalman keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Flexy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Randalman thinks about the counter body kick.
Randalman tries a low kick but Flexy avoids it.
Good leg kick by Flexy there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Flexy throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Randalman lands with an uppercut that bounces Flexy off the cage and back into range.
Randalman lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Flexy circles away quickly and effectively.
Randalman misses with a hook.
Flexy seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Randalman throws the kick towards the body but Flexy avoids it.
Flexy checks a low kick from Randalman.
Randalman misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL#
Flexy drives through and clinches with Randalman against the cage. #TD#
Flexy jumps guard and drags Randalman to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Flexy controls Randalman momentarily but Randalman frees himself. #T2#
Randalman is pushing down on Flexy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Flexy is fighting to maintain full guard but Randalman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Randalman prevents Flexy from improving his position.
Flexy is trying to maintain the position but Randalman is very close to passing his half guard.
Randalman lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Randalman is pressing down on Flexy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Flexy is holding on for now.
Randalman is controlling the pace.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Flexy actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Randalman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T3#
Flexy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Randalman keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Randalman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Flexy is not content to let Randalman control the position.
Flexy is positioning himself well to prevent Randalman advancing to mount.
Randalman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Flexy keeps working.
Flexy has hold of Randalman's hands but Randalman slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Flexy tries to roll over but Randalman keeps him under control.#SUB#
Flexy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Randalman trying to mount his opponent but Flexy defends it.
Flexy trying to hold on to Randalman's head to control him but Randalman postures up.
Randalman stalling. #SUB2#
Randalman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Flexy has managed to free his arm - good work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Flexy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Randalman pulls his head out easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randalman really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Randy Randalman's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4##TD2#
Randalman closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Randalman is looking to take a break and control but Flexy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Flexy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Randalman off and has taken his back!
Randalman is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Flexy off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Randalman can't escape the position.
Flexy gets his hands free as Randalman looks to control. #SUB#
Flexy is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Randalman defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Flexy working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Randalman looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T1#
Flexy trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #SUB#
Randalman showing good submission defense here. #SUB#
Flexy looking for the choke but no joy.
Flexy doesn't have the hooks in and Randalman manages to turn into his guard. #T2##SUB#
Flexy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Randalman landing some decent shots from guard.
Randalman wants to control from the top but Flexy keeps moving.
Randalman working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Flexy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Randalman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Randalman engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Randalman trying to control but Flexy is working from the bottom. #T3#
Randalman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Flexy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Randalman is aware though and is defending well.
Randalman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Flexy keeping moving, preventing Randalman from controlling successfully.
Randalman content to stall in guard here.
Randalman passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Randalman is looking for a kimura but Flexy is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Randalman to get the leverage.
Randalman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Flexy does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
Flexy manages to get to full guard.
Flexy keeping full guard, as Randalman tries to pass. #SUB#
Flexy looking for a guillotine here but Randalman defends easily.
Randalman must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Flexy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Randalman is pushing down on Flexy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Flexy is fighting to maintain full guard but Randalman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Flexy won't allow Randalman to pass to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Randy Randalman will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Randy Randalman's cut.
That's time! Flexy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5#
Flexy lands a jab to Randalman's midsection.
Randalman misses with a lunging right hand
and Flexy finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Flexy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Randalman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Flexy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Flexy scoring well with a low kick there.
Randalman misses with a right hand
and Flexy counters with a low kick, right behind Randalman 's knee.
Flexy slips a straight right by Randalman.
Flexy feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Flexy lands a jab to the nose.
Randalman avoids the head kick by Flexy.
Despite the aggression on Randalman's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Flexy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flexy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Flexy misses with a head kick.
Randalman pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Flexy finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Randalman misses with an attempted mid kick. #T1#
Flexy feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Randalman's calf.
Randalman throws the kick towards the body but Flexy avoids it.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Flexy.
A slow jab from Randalman misses its intended target.
Flexy tries to counter by clinching up but Randalman breaks away and moves out of range.
Flexy looks for the body kick but Randalman saw that one coming. #CL2#
Randalman gets a clinch.
Randalman goes for a takedown attempt but Flexy pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Randalman works Flexy's body with a nice hook.
Dropkick Flexy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Flexy misses with a low kick.
Randalman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Randalman swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Randy Randalman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Flexy misses with a kick to the body.
Randalman avoids a kick to the body.
Randy Randalman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Randalman misses with a lunging right hand #CL#
and Flexy holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Flexy using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Randalman has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Flexy lands a nice shot to the body.
Flexy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dropkick Flexy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Randalman blocking some punches.
Flexy landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Flexy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Flexy utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Randalman blocks an uppercut.
Flexy tries a body shot but Randalman blocks it.
Randalman wants a takedown. #T3#
Flexy misses with a body punch. #TD#
Flexy ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Flexy no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Flexy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Randalman passes Flexy's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Randalman prevents Flexy from improving his position.#SUB#
Flexy actively working from the bottom here.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Randalman is trying to control the action in half guard but Flexy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Randalman with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Randalman is looking to advance position but Flexy won't allow it. #T4#
Randalman is nestled in close to Flexy, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Randalman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Flexy keeps working.
Flexy is controlling Randalman's trapped leg to prevent Randalman from advancing to side control.
Randalman is trying to control. Flexy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Flexy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Randalman passes to side control. #SUB2#
Randalman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Flexy has escaped the position, nice work there.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 47:48
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 47:48
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Randalman!
Randy Randalman is the new welterweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Randy Randalman thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Decades Dawn
Date: Jan 09, 2020

#R1#
Randalman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Randalman lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Some wild striking there from Lockwood.
Lockwood takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jab by Randalman.
Randalman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lockwood takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Randalman scores with a hook to the body. Lockwood takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Randalman throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lockwood throws a counter combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lockwood misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Randalman looks for the body kick but Lockwood saw that one coming.
Lockwood uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Randalman.
Lockwood fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randalman manages to avoid it.
Lockwood misses with a double jab.
Randalman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lockwood throws a left and a right that both miss #CL#
and Randalman holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Lockwood can't break the clinch.
Randalman wants a takedown but no success here. #T1#
Randalman is working for takedown but Lockwood is calmly controlling the position for now.
Lockwood wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Randalman keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lockwood's efforts to push away.
Randalman drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lockwood gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Randy Randalman. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Randalman pulls Lockwood into guard.
Lockwood preventing the sweep.
Randalman looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lockwood trying to control but Randalman is working from the bottom.
Lockwood pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Randalman is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Lockwood engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Randalman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lockwood wants to pass the guard but Randalman is keeping the position.
Randalman controlling Lockwood's posture. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Randalman avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lockwood looks to land a combination but Randalman avoids it well.
Lockwood fails to land with a series of punches.
Randalman lands a leg kick that knocks Lockwood off balance momentarily.#T3#
Randalman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lockwood manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lockwood. Randalman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Randalman goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Randalman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lockwood.
Randalman connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lockwood dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lockwood misses the shot to the body.
Jack Lockwood is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Randalman misses with a straight right.
Lockwood throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Randalman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lockwood won't be happy with that.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lockwood is not content to let Randalman control the position.
Lockwood really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Randalman. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Randalman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Randalman working the ground and pound from side control.#T4#
Randalman moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Lockwood tries to bench press Randalman off him but Randalman keeps the position.
Randalman cracks Lockwood with a big right hand but Lockwood just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Randalman works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Randalman is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Randalman is looking to take a break and control but Lockwood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randalman dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Lockwood fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Randalman manages to avoid it.
Randalman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lockwood.
Randalman attempts a counter takedown but Lockwood avoids it well and moves away.
Randalman throws a body punch but Lockwood moves out of range.
Lockwood throws a right and a left that Randalman avoids nicely.
Lockwood is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Randalman rather than just go for the knockout.
Randalman scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lockwood in his tracks.
Randy Randalman is winning the standup battle so far.
Lockwood takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jack Lockwood is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
No joy there for Lockwood, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Randalman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lockwood.
Lockwood misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD#
and Randalman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Randalman.
Randalman trying to control the position from guard on top but Lockwood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Randalman working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Randalman pushes down on Lockwood's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lockwood wants to get back to full guard but Randalman has mounted him!
Randalman 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.
Lockwood working to try and regain half guard.
Lockwood taking shots to the head.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lockwood can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1##SUB#
Randalman looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Randalman is working for a guillotine from mount but Lockwood frees his head quite easily.
Lockwood working to try and regain half guard.
Randalman fails to move to back control.
Randalman controlling his opponent.
Randalman with the ground and pound from mount.
Lockwood tries to reverse the position but Randalman maintains control.
Randalman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lockwood can do to turn this around?#T2#
A nice elbow there by Randalman.
Lockwood 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.
Randalman tries to control but Lockwood wriggling away.
Randalman connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #ROC#
Lockwood is rocked!
Randalman controlling the position easily from mount.
Lockwood is still in real trouble! Can Randalman finish him?#SUB#
Randalman has isolated one of Lockwood's arms. Lockwood looking to fight him off but Randalman twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Randy Randalman!
Our winner, Randy Randalman, 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: SAFO Canada
Date: Dec 21, 2019

#R1#
Cockfags tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Randalman throws a wild body kick that Cockfags sees coming a mile off.#CL#
Cockfags clinches up with Randalman and pushes him back against the cage.
Randalman is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Cockfags gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cockfags.
I was talking to Cockfags's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Cockfags throws a head punch that misses.
Cockfags misses with the head strike.
Randalman swings wildly with an uppercut but Cockfags uses good head movement to avoid it.
Randalman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cockfags is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Randalman throws a knee to the head but misses.
Cockfags gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Randalman.
Surprise Cockfags has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randy Randalman.
Cockfags is trying to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cockfags misses with the head strike.
Randalman lands with a short head shot on the inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Surprise Cockfags has been cut.
Cockfags misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cockfags just leaning against Randalman, taking a breather.
Randalman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Cockfags pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T1#
Randalman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Randalman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Cockfags.
Cockfags is pressed up against the cage. Randalman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Cockfags down to the mat. Cockfags avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Cockfags takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Randalman closes this distance looking for a takedown but Cockfags circles away.
Cockfags tries to clinch up.
Cockfags connects with the punch.
Cockfags lands a high kick!
Cockfags throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Randalman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Cockfags won't be happy with that.
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!#SUB2#
Randalman in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Cockfags is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Randy Randalman!
After winning the bout, Randy Randalman thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: FNF Summer Bash
Date: Jun 21, 2019

#R1#
Randalman avoids a punch combination nicely.
Randalman shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Cortez eats them both and turns towards Randalman to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT#
It looks like Felipe Cortez has been cut.
Randalman throws a push kick but Cortez slaps the foot to one side.
Cortez looks to score with a jab to the body but Randalman is just out of range.
We've been hearing reports that Randalman has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Cortez lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Randalman with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Randalman defending well as Cortez loads up on a big left hand.
Randalman tries to counter with a takedown but Cortez is quick to defend against it.
Randalman throws a jab when Cortez was well out of range.
Cortez misses with a hook.
Randalman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Randalman fails with a takedown attempt.
Cortez misses with a body shot.
Randalman misses with a double jab.
Cortez blocks a jab.
Randalman tries to clinch
and Cortez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cortez tries to clinch but Randalman moves away #TD#
and Randalman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Cortez is looking to get back to full guard here but Randalman has managed to pass to side control instead.#T1#
Randalman taking a breather here.
Randalman advances to full mount.
Cortez tries to lock up and control but Randalman gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Randalman lands with some strikes.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Cortez can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Randalman has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Cortez is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Randy Randalman!
An out of breath Randy Randalman thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 02, 2019

#R1#
Randalman misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice takedown defense from Jansen. No joy for Randalman on that attempt.
Randalman throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Jansen throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Randalman shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Randalman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jansen's head.
Randalman is looking to pass Jansen's guard but actually Jansen recovers to full guard.
Randalman wants to control from the top but Jansen keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jansen seems keen to control Randalman's posture.
Jansen keeping moving, preventing Randalman from controlling successfully. #T1#
Randalman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jansen is keeping the position for now.
Randalman is still trying to improve position.
Randalman forces his way into half guard.
Randalman passes to full mount!
Randalman with a couple of short strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Randalman throws some shoulder strikes here and then postures up. Oh, he's gone for an armbar! Jansen has his hands clasped together but Randalman breaks the hold and Jansen is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over! That was lightning fast by Randalman!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Randy Randalman!

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