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Event: SFL 142 | Fire Trudeau     
Date:   Feb 27, 2022
#R1#
Gavin connects with a looping right hand.
Gavin looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tommy Gavin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Decent striking displayed by Gavin there.
Gavin throws a combination. Tomcic tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Gavin misses with a few strikes there.
Gavin uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tomcic has time to react.
Gavin tries to land a leg kick but Tomcic saw it coming and moves away.
Gavin moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromTomcic.
Gavin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gavin fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tomcic.
Tomcic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Gavin scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice straight punches there by Gavin. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gavin.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gavin.
Tomcic throws a hook but Gavin avoids it easily.
Tomcic 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.
Gavin throws a leg kick but Tomcic moved away.
A nice leg kick from Gavin, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gavin tries a low kick but Tomcic avoids it.#T1#
Gavin catches Tomcic with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tomcic drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Gavin throws a big shot that misses.
Gavin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomcic.#TD2#
Tomcic closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Gavin pushes Tomcic off looking to stand but Tomcic dives back in and keeps control. #ES#
Gavin kicks off Tomcic and gets to his feet.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gavin.
Gavin connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tomcic momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gavin tries to work over Tomcic's front leg with a kick but Tomcic checks it.
Gavin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tomcic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Gavin looks to land a right hand but Tomcic moved out of range.
Tomcic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Gavin checks a low kick from Tomcic.
Gavin motions for Tomcic to come forward. Gavin throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jab from Gavin.
A nice leg kick lands there from Gavin. #T2#
Tomcic on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tomcic moves out of range of the body kick from Gavin.
Tomcic dives in for a single leg takedown but Gavin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tomcic's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tomcic takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gavin is looking to clinch.
Gavin turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Gavin, as that shot connected.
Tomcic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gavin finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tomcic on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Gavin lands a head shot.
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
Gavin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gavin lands with a hook. Tomcic tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A jab from Gavin misses.
A little jabbing left from Tomcic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Tomcic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice uppercut lands for Gavin. That snapped Tomcic's head back.
Gavin throws a nice inside leg kick.
Gavin missing with a left hand there. Tomcic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gavin uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tomcic has time to react.
Gavin feints and then cracks Tomcic's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tomcic down.
Gavin lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Gavin tries to clinch up but Tomcic circles away and keeps his distance.
Gavin is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Gavin lands a jab to the nose.
That kick from Gavin tenderised Tomcic's leg. Tomcic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Gavin bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tomcic's head backwards.
Tomcic swinging wildly here.
Tomcic scores with a jab. Gavin acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomcic pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Gavin looks to throw the jab but Tomcic is out of range.
Tomcic ducks right into an uppercut from Gavin.
Tomcic walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tomcic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Gavin clinches up with Tomcic and pushes him back against the cage.
Tomcic tries to throw a body punch but Gavin avoids it by throwing Tomcic back against the cage.
Tomcic is working for takedown but Gavin is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tomcic misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Gavin.
Gavin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tomcics head.
A short right from Tomcic.
Gavin on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Gavin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gavin.
Tomcic misses with some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short left from Gavin.
Gavin lands an uppercut.
Gavin can't find room to land a body shot as Tomcic controls the action.
Tomcic lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tomcic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gavin working some nice short punches in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Gavin dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Gavin fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tomcic checks it well.
Tomcic takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Gavin lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tomcic tries for a takedown but Gavin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gavin scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Gavin throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tomcic on the side of the head.
Tommy Gavin is winning the standup battle so far.
Decent striking displayed by Gavin there.
A jab from Gavin does it's job there.
Gavin connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Gavin throws a leg kick which misses Tomcic's front leg but catches the back leg as Tomcic tries to avoid it. #CL#
Gavin rushes Tomcic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Gavin misses with a body punch.
Gavin lands a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomcic has a couple of punches blocked by Gavin.
Gavin throws a head punch that misses.
Tomcic has a couple of punches blocked by Gavin.
Tomcic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomcic pushes Gavin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Gavin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Gavin lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Tommy Gavin has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gavin.
Gavin lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
A right hand to the body from Gavin.
Gavin misses with some punches.
Still in the clinch, Gavin scores with a nice short uppercut.
Gavin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Gavin misses with a body punch.
Tomcic misses with a punch to the body.
A short left from Tomcic.
Tomcic lands a good knee to the midsection. Gavin won't want to take too many of those.
Gavin avoids a wild elbow strike from Tomcic.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gavin.
Gavin avoids the elbow strike from Tomcic, against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Still in the clinch, Gavin scores with a nice short uppercut.
Gavin prevents a body shot from Tomcic.
Tomcic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomcic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short uppercut from Gavin.
Gavin lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Tomcic throws a punch but it's blocked by Gavin. #T2#
Tomcic is trying to pull guard but Gavin turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Gavin lands an uppercut.
Gavin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gavin has a couple of punches blocked by Tomcic.
Gavin lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Gavin fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gavin.
Gavin pushes Tomcic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Gavin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomcic's elbow.
Gavin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomcic's elbow.
Tomcic with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Tomcic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gavin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gavin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tomcic goes for a takedown in the clinch but Gavin prevents it.
Tommy Gavin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Tomcic.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gavin.
Gavin lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Gavin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Gavin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Gavin lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Gavin lands a right hand. #T3#
Tomcic swings wildly with an uppercut but Gavin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gavin digs a right hand into Tomcic's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tomcic's gas tank.
Tomcic is breathing heavily.
Gavin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Gavin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomcic with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Gavin throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomcic.
Gavin pushes Tomcic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Gavin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gavin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomcic's elbow.
Gavin prevents a body shot from Tomcic.
A body shot lands from Gavin.
Gavin pushes Tomcic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gavin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Gavin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Gavin working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomcic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomcic pushes Gavin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gavin lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomcic throws an elbow that misses.
A short uppercut from Gavin. #T4#
Gavin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tomcic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gavin lands a body shot.
Nice body punch from Gavin - that landed with a thud.
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Gavin works on Tomcic's body with a couple of short punches.
Gavin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Gavin.
Gavin lands a body punch.
A short right from Gavin on the inside.
Gavin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Gavin tries a body shot but Tomcic blocks it.
Tomcic misses with some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Gavin.
Gavin lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Gavin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tomcics head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gavin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Gavin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A body shot lands from Gavin.
Gavin lands with a right to the head. #ROC#Tomcic is rocked!
Gavin lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Gavin dominated that second round.
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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Gavin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tomcic's sensitive parts.
Tomcic has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Gavin with a nice cross.
Gavin keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Gavin looks to land a right hand but Tomcic moved out of range.
Gavin lands with a right hand.
Tomcic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gavin throws out the jab.
Gavin throws out a leg kick but Tomcic moves out of range and Gavin only half commits.
Gavin lands a lovely overhand right.
Gavin with a nice calf kick.
Tomcic tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gavin will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
It seemed like Tomcic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A low kick lands for Gavin.
Gavin moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomcic throws a right and a left that Gavin avoids nicely.
Gavin misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from Tomcic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Gavin lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gavin misses the jab.
Gavin lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gavin. That's going to slow Tomcic down.
Gavin with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Gavin wants to clinch.
Tomcic unleashes a big counter combination but Gavin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Gavin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tomcic.
Gavin tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tomcic swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Gavin feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tomcics jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Gavin cracks Tomcic with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Gavin throws the left hand but Tomcic avoids the punch easily.
Tommy Gavin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gavin throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gavin motions for Tomcic to come forward. Gavin throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Gavin connects with a solid leg kick.
Gavin lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Vladimir Tomcic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomcic misses with a double jab.
Tomcic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gavin.
Gavin swings for the body but Tomcic moves out of range. #CL#
Tomcic tries to keep at a distance but Gavin has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tomcic blocking some punches.
Tomcic lands with a right to the head.
Tomcic blocks an uppercut.
Gavin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomcic is looking for a takedown.
Tomcic struggles to land a body shot inside as Gavin controls his hands.
Gavin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gavin blocks an uppercut.
Tomcic can't find room to land a body shot as Gavin controls the action. #T3#
Tomcic blocking some punches.
Gavin pushes Tomcic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Gavin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tomcic can do to turn this around?
Gavin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gavin.
Gavin gets through Tomcic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Gavin lands a body shot.
Tomcic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Gavin lands a left hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Tomcic working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Gavin.
Gavin tries to work over Tomcic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gavin digs a right hand underneath Tomcic's ribcage. Tomcic let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short left from Gavin.
Gavin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tomcic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gavin is leaning against Tomcic and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Gavin.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gavin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Still in the clinch, Gavin scores with a nice short uppercut.
Gavin blocking some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Gavin. #T4#
Gavin lands with a right to the head.
Gavin lands with a short shot to the head.
Gavin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tomcic is still on wobbly legs! Can Gavin finish him?
Gavin lands an uppercut.
Gavin lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Gavin throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomcic takes a shot to the head.
Gavin lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Gavin unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Tomcic! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Gavin is unloading with more strikes now! Tomcic drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tommy Gavin!
Tommy Gavin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: SFL 131 | Bangin vs Smart     
Date:   Jan 19, 2022
#R1#
Dreth throws a head kick that misses.
Tomcic slips under a jab from Dreth.
Tomcic motions for Dreth to come forward. Tomcic throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dreth changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomcic blocks a jab.#TD#
Dreth bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Tomcic wants to control but Dreth postures up.
Tomcic looking for a sweep but Dreth has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Tomcic tries to hold on but Dreth postures up.
Tomcic takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Tomcic working to try and regain half guard.
Tomcic tries to lock up and control but Dreth gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T1#
Dreth working Tomcic over with strikes here.
A nice elbow there by Dreth.
Dreth is looking to work his way around to Tomcic's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Tomcic sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Tomcic looking for submissions off his back.
Tomcic is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Dreth seems to be looking for submissions.
Dreth seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tomcic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
Tomcic trying to hold on to Dreth's head to control him but Dreth postures up.
Dreth is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Tomcic reverses the position - he's now on top in Dreth's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tomcic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dreth is keeping the position for now.
Dreth tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Dreth is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomcic chips away with some ground and pound.#T3#
Tomcic pushing down on Dreth's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tomcic trying to mount his opponent but Dreth defends it.
Dreth has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tomcic is working away from the top position though.
Tomcic missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tomcic is just content to waste time from the top position. Dreth takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Tomcic working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dreth's head.
Tomcic postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dreth is trying to control the position but Tomcic postures up.
Tomcic pushing down on Dreth's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T4#
Dreth manages to get to full guard.
Tomcic throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dreth works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tomcic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dreth is keeping the position for now.
Tomcic keeps trying to improve his position.
Tomcic in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dreth can't keep his opponent in guard - Tomcic advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valen Dreth dominated that round.
That's time! Dreth's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dreth swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomcic flicks out a counter leg kick but Dreth steps away.#TD#
Dreth shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Tomcic is looking for a sweep. Dreth is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tomcic is looking to get back to full guard here but Dreth has managed to pass to side control instead.
Tomcic is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dreth wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tomcic keeps working.
Tomcic tries to bench press Dreth off him but Dreth keeps the position.
Dreth landing strikes. #T1#
Tomcic tries to improve position but can't.
Dreth working away.
Tomcic manages to get back to half guard.
Dreth is looking to advance position but Tomcic won't allow it.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Dreth lands a nice short elbow.
Dreth content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Tomcic looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tomcic wants to get back to full guard but Dreth has mounted him!#T2#
Tomcic is trying to escape the mount.
We've been hearing that Dreth has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Dreth trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tomcic working to try and regain half guard.
Tomcic is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Tomcic manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dreth tries to pass to full mount but Tomcic defends it.
Tomcic is looking for a sweep. Dreth is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Tomcic moves into full guard.
Tomcic wants to sweep here but Dreth controlling him for the moment.
Dreth wants to control from the top but Tomcic keeps moving.
Dreth loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Tomcic is looking for a triangle but Dreth pushes his legs off easily.
Tomcic is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T4#
Dreth trying to control but Tomcic postures up. #SUB2#
Tomcic seems to be working for a kimura but Dreth defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Tomcic is trying to work for a kimura but Dreth is defending well.
Tomcic not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tomcic is looking to take a break and control but Dreth is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dreth tries to get to full guard but Tomcic has control of the leg.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valen Dreth dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Dreth motions for Tomcic to come forward. Dreth throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #TD2#
Dreth gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tomcic to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Dreth not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tomcic trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tomcic missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tomcic postures up in Dreth's guard and throws a big left but Dreth blocks it.
Dreth looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic pushes down on Dreth's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dreth is refusing to be controlled, as Tomcic sits in half guard.
Tomcic slips a nice elbow through Dreth's hands, connecting with Dreth's forehead.#T1#
Tomcic seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Dreth trying to control from the bottom.
Dreth is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tomcic works his way into full mount! #SUB2#
Tomcic with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Tomcic throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #T2#
Tomcic lands a nice shot to the head.
Vladimir Tomcic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomcic landing shots from mount.
Dreth is working to get back to half guard.
Tomcic wants to control the pace but Dreth is squirming around nicely.
Tomcic lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Dreth is looking to get to half guard.
The referee warns Dreth that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Vladimir Tomcic has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Dreth is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dreth tries to hold on but Tomcic pushes him away.
Tomcic lands a heavy elbow.
Tomcic lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Tomcic throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #SUB2#
Tomcic is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Dreth can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Tomcic looking to control but Dreth is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dreth is looking to improve his position but Tomcic isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Tomcic with good strikes from the mount here!
Tomcic lands a heavy elbow.
Dreth avoids a series of strikes thrown by Tomcic.
Tomcic landing strikes from the mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dreth is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Tomcic throws a sloppy strike and Dreth uses the opportunity to reverse the position! A bit of a scramble here and Dreth has ended up in Tomcic's guard. #SUB2#
Tomcic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dreth doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dreth manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Tomcic looking for a guillotine here but Dreth defends easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vladimir Tomcic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dreth has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Valen Dreth!

An out of breath Valen Dreth thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: SFL 126 | Bangin vs Nti     
Date:   Dec 26, 2021
#R1#
Tomcic moves out of range as Baird strikes.
Tomcic throws a shot from downtown. Baird moves away and avoids it.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tomcic slips a jab and a cross from Baird.
Tomcic showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Baird.
Baird throws a right hand that Tomcic ducks under and follows up with a left that Tomcic also avoids with ease.
Baird misses with a looping right.
Tomcic lands with a cross.
Tomcic thuds his right hand into Baird's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A jab from Baird does it's job there.
Tomcic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baird throws out the jab.
Baird is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomcic.
Baird misses with a straight left.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A combination from Baird does no damage.
Tomcic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Baird walks into a jab.
Tomcic goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Tomcic lands with a shot to the body.
Tomcic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Tomcic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomcic fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tomcic misses with a body shot.
Baird was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Baird connects with a right hand. Tomcic shakes it off.
Baird has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rabid Dog in the buildup to the fight.
Corey Baird seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from Baird.
Baird will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Baird scores with a decent looking hook.
Tomcic takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Baird's corner calls for a 1-2. Baird obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Baird misses with an uppercut.
Tomcic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baird jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Some wild striking there from Baird.
Nice defenses there by Tomcic.
Tomcic flicks out a counter leg kick but Baird steps away.
Corey Baird is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tomcic lands a high kick! #CUT2#It looks like Corey Baird has been cut.
Tomcic moves out of range as Baird strikes.
A little jabbing left from Tomcic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Baird.
Tomcic bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Baird's head.
Baird on the wrong end of a nice hook.#ROC2#Baird is rocked!
Baird misses with a looping right.
Oh Baird is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Baird lunges at Tomcic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tomcic's hand.
Baird takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Baird catches Tomcic with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Baird throws the left hand but Tomcic avoids the punch easily.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tomcic lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Baird lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tomcic circles away quickly and effectively.
Baird misses with a straight left.
Tomcic cracks Baird with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tomcic moves out of range as Baird strikes.
No joy there for Baird, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tomcic slips under a jab from Baird.
A combination from Baird does no damage.
Tomcic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baird lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Tomcic backs up against the cage.
Baird seems to have got his legs back now.#CUT#It looks like Vladimir Tomcic has been cut.
Baird looks to land a right hand but Tomcic moved out of range.#T3#
Tomcic defending well as Baird loads up on a big left hand.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tomcic! But no joy.
Baird throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tomcic lands a slapping body shot.
Tomcic with a nice calf kick.
Tomcic lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tomcic showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Baird.
Baird throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Baird takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Baird misses with a hook. Tomcic ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Baird misses.
Tomcic is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Baird had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Baird misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Baird is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomcic. #TD2#
Tomcic changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Baird looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
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!
Tomcic in side control, throwing shots but Baird defends.
Tomcic is trying to ground and pound but Baird uses the momentary lack of control by Tomcic to regain half guard.
Baird is refusing to be controlled, as Tomcic sits in half guard. #T4#
Tomcic thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Baird's head.
Tomcic has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Baird defends it well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Baird manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tomcic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
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 Corey Baird will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Baird lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Baird throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tomcic misses with a wild body shot. #TD2#
Tomcic closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Baird to the mat! Baird manages to get full guard.
Tomcic throws a big elbow that misses.
Tomcic tries to free his leg and advance position but Baird is retaining full guard.
Tomcic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tomcic is looking to work some ground and pound but Baird has wrist control.
Tomcic wants to control from the top but Baird keeps moving.
Tomcic throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Baird works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Tomcic drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Baird dives on top into guard.#REVR##T1#
Tomcic is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SU#
Baird decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Tomcic scores with a leg kick. #TD2#
Tomcic feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Baird keeping moving, preventing Tomcic from controlling successfully.
Baird looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
My spies in Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) inform me that Tomcic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Tomcic throws a big elbow that misses.
Tomcic stands and throws Baird's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T2##SUB2#
Tomcic is working to tighten his grip on Baird's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Baird has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Tomcic is really squeezing tight and eventually Baird passes out! Tomcic breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Vladimir Tomcic!
Vladimir Tomcic made sure to mention his sponsor, Conviction in his post fight interview.

 

Event: SFL 121 | Poli vs Bangin III     
Date:   Dec 05, 2021
#R1#
Tomcic takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tomcic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Finch finds it's way round the side to connect with Tomcic's head.
Finch lands a really nice looking cross but Tomcic seems unphased.
Tomcic misses with a body shot
and Tomcic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tomcic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A cross from Finch lands.
Finch misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Finch.
Tomcic checks a low kick from Finch.
Finch cracks Tomcic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Finch avoids the body shot from Tomcic.
Finch slaps away a takedown attempt from Tomcic, before circling back to the center of the mat.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Finch! But no joy.
Tomcic misses with a low kick.
Finch misses with an uppercut. Tomcic saw that one coming.
Tomcic sizes up Finch with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tomcic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Finch smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tomcic changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Finch throws a jab when Tomcic was well out of range.
Tomcic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Finch throws out the jab.
A big left from Finch misses.
Finch throws a leg kick but Tomcic moved away.
Tomcic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Finch paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tomcic looks to throw the jab but Finch is out of range.
Tomcic wants to clinch
and Finch counters with a thumping low kick.
Tomcic dips to his left and cracks Finch with an uppercut!
Tomcic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Finch. That snapped Tomcic's head back.
Tomcic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Finch.
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch but Finch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A jab from Finch misses.
Finch misses with an uppercut. Tomcic saw that one coming.
Tomcic is looking to wear down Finch with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sloppy strikes from Tomcic. Those never looked like landing.
Tomcic blocks a jab.
Tomcic misses with a wild combination.
Finch is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tomcic had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.#T2#
Finch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomcic moves away.
Tomcic shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Finch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Atticus Finch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Finch walks into a left hand.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Finch lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Tomcic has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tomcic and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tomcic connects with the punch.
Tomcic slips under a jab from Finch.
Finch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Finch throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Finch avoids the head kick by Tomcic.
Finch lands a head shot.
Finch with a hook.
Tomcic lands with a nice body punch.
Finch keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Finch swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tomcic.
Atticus Finch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finch pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tomcic back to the cage. Finch follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Finch thuds a left hand into Tomcic's body.
Finch tries to work over Tomcic's front leg with a kick but Tomcic checks it. #T3##TD#
Tomcic scores with a takedown into Finch's guard.

Finch has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Tomcic has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Finch's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A slow jab from Finch misses its intended target.
It looked like Tomcic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tomcic misses with a right hand
letting Finch counter with a right hand.
Tomcic walks into a straight right hand from Finch.
Finch lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tomcic at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Finch stalks Tomcic and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tomcic's face. Tomcic staggers backwards, shaken.
Tomcic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Finch was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomcic.
Tomcic tries to clinch but Finch is having none of it.
Finch is looking to chop away at Tomcic's legs.
Tomcic defending well as Finch loads up on a big left hand.
Tomcic looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Finch fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tomcic checks it well.
Tomcic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finch.
A slapping body kick lands there for Finch.
A swing and a miss from Finch.
Tomcic is looking to counter with head kicks.#T4#
Finch misses with a looping right.
A clash of legs there as Finch blocks the low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Finch.
Finch misses with an uppercut.
It looked like Tomcic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tomcic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Finch.
Tomcic misses with a hook.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tomcic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Finch counters with a body kick.
Nice defenses there by Finch.
Tomcic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Finch throws an overhand right that lands on Tomcic's shoulder, as Tomcic tries to avoid the shot.
Tomcic misses with a head kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Finch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Finch blocks a head kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic slips a jab and a cross from Finch.
No joy there for Finch, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tomcic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Finch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Atticus Finch dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Finch misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Tomcic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Finch.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A punch combination from Finch misses.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Finch moves out of range easily.
Tomcic swings for the body but Finch moves out of range.
A low kick lands for Finch.
Tomcic drops his hands momentarily and Finch takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tomcic takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tomcic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Finch misses with a looping left.
Finch misses with a low kick as Tomcic jumps back.
Finch smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finch misses with a looping left.
Finch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Atticus Finch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tomcic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Finch throws the left hand but Tomcic avoids the punch easily.
Finch lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Finch feints and then cracks Tomcic's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tomcic down.
Finch takes one to the chin there.
Tomcic ducks under a wild hook from Finch.
Tomcic seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Finch throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tomcic counters with a series of strikes. Finch will be more careful next time no doubt.
Tomcic looks to land a left hand but Finch moved out of range nicely.
Tomcic finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tomcic throws a hook to the side of Finch's head but Finch sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jab from Finch.#CL#
Tomcic has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short left from Finch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Finch prevents a body shot from Tomcic.
Finch avoiding damage as Tomcic throws knees to the body.
Finch lands a left hand.
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!#BC2#
Finch breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Finch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Finch lands a glancing blow to the side of Tomcic's head.
Finch takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
Finch throws a series of strikes that have Tomcic backpedaling.
Tomcic fails in his attempt to clinch.
A combination from Finch does no damage.
Finch throws a poor cross that misses
and Tomcic counters with an inside leg kick.
Finch throws a jab when Tomcic was well out of range.
Tomcic throws a body shot but no joy.
Finch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomcic.
Finch tries to work over Tomcic's front leg with a kick but Tomcic checks it.
Finch checks a leg kick.
Finch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses.
Finch tests Tomcic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Finch throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tomcic counters with a straight right hand.
Tomcic looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Good leg kick by Finch.
Nice jab there from Finch.
No luck for Tomcic with that takedown attempt. #T3#
A jab lands there for Tomcic.
Finch ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tomcic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Finch loads up on a big right hand but Tomcic slips the punch.
Tomcic misses with a double jab.
Finch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Finch stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Finch wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Tomcic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Finch bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tomcic's head backwards.
Finch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomcic moves away.
Tomcic throws out a leg kick but Finch moves out of range and Tomcic only half commits.
Tomcic is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Finch throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tomcic.
Finch throws out a loose jab but Tomcic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Finch misses with an uppercut. Tomcic saw that one coming.
A jab lands there for Finch.
Tomcic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice combination there by Finch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomcic ducks right into an uppercut from Finch.
A combination from Finch does no damage. #T4#
Tomcic staying out of range there.
Finch rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tomcic makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Finch takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tomcic misses with a body shot.
Despite the aggression on Finch's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Finch with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Finch scores with a jab.
Finch throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Tomcic turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Finch avoids the head kick by Tomcic.
Finch misses the jab.
Finch on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tomcic. Tomcic obviously looking to wear him down.
Tomcic checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tomcic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Finch connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tomcic momentarily.
Tomcic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tomcic lands a head kick. Finch smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Tomcic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Atticus Finch showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Tomcic delivers a nice body kick.
Finch throws a lazy right hand but Tomcic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tomcic connects with a solid leg kick.
Finch scores with a jab to the head. #CL#
Tomcic has Finch up against the cage in a clinch.
Finch wants to get back to striking at distance but Tomcic won't allow it. #BC2#
Finch's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tomcic slips a jab from Finch.
Tomcic throws a series of punches but Finch moves out of range.
Finch digs a good hook to Tomcic's body.
Tomcic ducks under a wild hook from Finch.
Finch misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomcic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Finch misses with an uppercut
enabling Tomcic to counter with a crisp jab.
Finch misses the shot to the body.
Finch throws an overhand right that lands on Tomcic's shoulder, as Tomcic tries to avoid the shot.
Finch misses with a hook
and Tomcic counters with an outside leg kick. #T1#
Finch is looking to score with low kicks.
Finch throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Tomcic doesn't manage to clinch there - Finch circles away.
Tomcic is trying hard to land a takedown here. Finch sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Finch with a nice calf kick.
Finch turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tomcic lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Tomcic.
Tomcic gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Finch.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses.
A jab lands there for Tomcic.
Tomcic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Tomcic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tomcic looks to land a combination. Finch sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jab from Finch.
Finch moves out of range as Tomcic strikes.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Finch moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Finch jabs at Tomcic's body.#T2#
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Finch misses with a looping left.
Finch misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tomcic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vladimir Tomcic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Finch scores with a body shot.
Tomcic ducks under a wild hook from Finch.
Tomcic walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The fighters circling - Finch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A low kick from Finch misses
and Finch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Finch blocks a head kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic throws a leg kick but Finch moved away.
Finch throws a hook to the side of Tomcic's head but Tomcic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Finch connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Finch lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Finch cracks Tomcic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Finch blocks a head kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic throws a hook but Finch blocks it.
Finch throws a lazy right hand but Tomcic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Tomcic misses its target.#T3#
Finch scores with a hook to the body. Tomcic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Finch misses with a lunging right hand
and Tomcic counters with a low kick, right behind Finch 's knee.
Finch cracks Tomcic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tomcic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A combination from Finch does no damage.
Tomcic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Finch stalks Tomcic and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tomcic's face. Tomcic staggers backwards, shaken.#TD#
Tomcic closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tomcic lands in his opponent's guard.
Finch is looking to stand up but Tomcic isn't so interested in that idea. #ES2#
Finch has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Tomcic has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomcic lands a nice uppercut.
Tomcic goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Finch stalling in the clinch but Tomcic improves position.
Tomcic looking for a takedown.
Tomcic lands with a short shot to the head.
Finch throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomcic digs a right hand underneath Finch's ribcage. Finch let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Finch holding his opponent close, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomcic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Finch.
Tomcic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Tomcic.
Finch lands a left hand.
Tomcic throws a punch but it's blocked by Finch.
Finch tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomcic's elbow. #BC2#
Finch breaks from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tomcic swings for the body but Finch moves out of range.
A lazy left from Finch finds it's target.
Atticus Finch is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tomcic has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tomcic there as he acknowledges the shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Atticus Finch!

Atticus Finch thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: SFL 114 | Barbarian vs Bone     
Date:   Nov 10, 2021
#R1#
Gunn connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tomcic momentarily.
Tomcic throws an overhand right that lands on Gunn's shoulder, as Gunn tries to avoid the shot. #TD2#
Tomcic shoots in and gets a takedown into Gunn's guard.
Tomcic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tomcic keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Tomcic is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Gunn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tomcic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tomcic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gunn is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tomcic defends well.
Tomcic passes Gunn's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Tomcic seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Gunn actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Gunn is defending against the submission attempts here by Tomcic.
Gunn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Tomcic has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Gunn defend it? Tomcic steps over the head and cranks it - Gunn is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Tomcic!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Vladimir Tomcic!
Vladimir Tomcic really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Conviction logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: SFL 105 | Vikings Are Emerging     
Date:   Oct 03, 2021
#R1#
Tomcic lands with a right hand.
We've been told by Tomcic's head coaches at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tomcic stuns Happy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Tomcic. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy misses with the combination.
Tomcic falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
and Happy counters with a single leg into guard. Tomcic didn't expect that.
Tomcic pulls Happy in to control the position.
Happy trying to control but Tomcic is working from the bottom.
Tomcic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tomcic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tomcic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Happy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Happy wants to get up but he can't break Tomcic's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomcic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Happy preventing the sweep. #T1#
Happy wants to control from the top but Tomcic keeps moving.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tomcic working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tomcic throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Happy counters with a takedown into side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Happy.
Tomcic avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Happy.
Tomcic wants to control but Happy postures up.
Tomcic takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Tomcic is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Happy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tomcic, who protects the arm well. #T2#
Happy tries to move to mount but Tomcic blocks the move with his legs.
Tomcic is trying to improve his position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Happy misses with the ground and pound.
Happy tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Tomcic manages to work his way to half guard, despite Happy's best efforts.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Happy is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tomcic manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomcic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tomcic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Happy is one step ahead there.
Happy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Tomcic is trying to control the position but Happy postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tomcic is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Happy working for a triangle but Tomcic defends it easily.
Tomcic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Happy's guard. #T4#
Tomcic with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Happy manages to get to full guard.
Tomcic wants to get up but he can't break Happy's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Tomcic stands up out of Happy's guard for a moment - Happy manages to land a nice upkick.
Tomcic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Happy is keeping the position for now.
Tomcic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Happy working for a triangle but Tomcic defends it easily.
Tomcic would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tomcic stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tomcic wants it to stay on the feet.
Tomcic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Happy manages to avoid it.
Happy with the counter takedown but Tomcic avoids it easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Happy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tomcic throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Vladimir Tomcic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.
A jab from Tomcic does it's job there.
Tomcic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tomcic swings for the body but Happy moves out of range.
Happy goes for a double leg but Tomcic avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tomcic continues to drive forward.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tomcic takes a swing at Happy's ribcage but misses.
Happy defending well as Tomcic loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Happy with the counter takedown but Tomcic avoids it easily.
Vladimir Tomcic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tomcic digs a good hook to Happy's body. #TD2#
Happy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Tomcic!
Tomcic is looking to reverse the position.
A control attempt from Tomcic but he's now mounted!
Tomcic is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tomcic gets back to half guard.
Tomcic is not content to let Happy control the position.
Tomcic tries to roll over but Happy keeps him under control.
Happy trying to control the action but Tomcic is working from the bottom. #T2#
Tomcic is looking for a sweep. Happy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tomcic trying to control but Happy postures up.
Tomcic keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Happy trying to control the action but Tomcic is working from the bottom.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tomcic has his hands clasped together around Happy's back. He's all about the action.
Happy is keen to just control but Tomcic is a slippery customer.
Tomcic is looking to control Happy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tomcic avoid being mounted?
Tomcic gets back to full guard. #T3#
Happy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tomcic is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Vladimir Tomcic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Happy throws a right hand that Tomcic ducks under and follows up with a left that Tomcic also avoids with ease.
Tomcic is looking to wear down Happy with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tomcic thuds his right hand into Happy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Happy looks for a takedown but Tomcic sprawls well.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tomcic as he avoids it easily.
Tomcic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomcic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T4#
Happy tests Tomcic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tomcic misses with a hook. Happy ducked under it nicely.
Nice cross by Tomcic.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Happy is breathing heavily.
Tomcic throws a head kick but Happy moves out of range.
Tomcic tries a low kick but Happy avoids it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Happy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tomcic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Happy has time to react.
Nice sprawl there from Tomcic as Happy shoots in.
Happy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tomcic misses with an uppercut. Happy saw that one coming.
And Happy tries to counter it with a takedown but Tomcic pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Tomcic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A head kick by Tomcic misses #TD2#
and Happy counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Tomcic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Happy stopping the sweep attempt from Tomcic.
Tomcic controlling Happy's posture.
Happy throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic looking to control.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tomcic holds on and takes a little breather.
Tomcic keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T1#
Happy being controlled here momentarily.
Happy looking to pass the guard.
Tomcic keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tomcic throws an overhand right that lands on Happy's shoulder, as Happy tries to avoid the shot.
Tomcic jabs Happy right on the nose. Happy blinks but takes it well.
Tomcic misses with a straight right.
Tomcic misses with a looping left.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tomcic but Tomcic pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Tomcic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Vladimir Tomcic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Happy.#T2#
Tomcic cracks Happy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tomcic connects with an inside leg kick.
Happy throws a right hand that Tomcic ducks under and follows up with a left that Tomcic also avoids with ease.
Jab by Tomcic.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Happy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Happy slips under a jab.
Happy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tomcic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomcic throws a head kick but Happy moves out of range.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Happy moves away from the strike by Tomcic.
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tomcic defends it nicely.#T3#
Tomcic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Happy misses the shot to the body.
Happy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tomcic but Tomcic pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tomcic throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Happy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tomcic tries to roll over but Happy keeps him under control.
Happy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tomcic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tomcic is pressing down on Happy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Tomcic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Happy.
Happy preventing the sweep.
Happy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tomcic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Happy is looking to work some ground and pound but Tomcic has wrist control.
Tomcic looking to control.
Tomcic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Happy being controlled here momentarily.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tomcic throws out a loose jab but Happy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tomcic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Happy can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Tomcic gets caught flat footed, as Happy shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomcic looking to control.

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 Vladimir Tomcic.
I think Tomcic 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 Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vladimir Tomcic!

An out of breath and clearly excited Vladimir Tomcic thanked Conviction for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: SFL 97 | Mumu vs Laine     
Date:   Sep 05, 2021
#R1##TD2#
Karter fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Tomcic sprawls well initially but Karter persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Karter not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Karter tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tomcic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tomcic is looking for a sweep. Karter is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tomcic is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches), so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Tomcic gets back to full guard.
Karter wants to control from the top but Tomcic keeps moving.
Karter scoring with punches to the head and body.
Karter stands up over Tomcic, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Karter has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic wants to sweep here but Karter controlling him for the moment.
Karter postures up. #SUB#
Tomcic is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Karter is aware though and is defending well.
Karter slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1##SUB#
Karter avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Karter controlling from the top position.
Tomcic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Karter sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Karter won't allow Tomcic to sweep him here.
Tomcic can't keep his opponent in guard - Karter advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tomcic wants to sweep but Karter has passed to side control!
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Karter working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Karter landing strikes.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tomcic tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Karter wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Karter wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tomcic keeps working.
Tomcic trying his best to control but Karter has mounted him.
Karter is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Karter landing strikes from the mount and Tomcic is in trouble!
Karter postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Tomcic looks a forlorn figure.
Tomcic tries to hold on but Karter postures up.#T3#
Karter looking to control but Tomcic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tomcic tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tomcic is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karter controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomcic is looking to improve his position but Karter isn't that keen on the idea.
Tomcic tries to hold on but Karter postures up.#T4##SUB2#
Karter looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Karter takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Karter lands a heavy elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Vladimir Tomcic has been cut.
Karter can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tomcic is looking to escape.
Tomcic keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jesus Christ Karter dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Tomcic's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Karter shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Tomcic manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Karter scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Tomcic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Karter trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomcic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Karter working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Tomcic wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karter lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Tomcic isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Karter stacks Tomcic on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Karter!
Tomcic is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1#
Karter trying to control the action but Tomcic is working from the bottom.
The referee asks Karter politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Karter prefers to stall for the moment though.
Tomcic tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The referee asks Karter politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Karter prefers to stall for the moment though.
Karter working away.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Karter trying to control the position but Tomcic is working away.
Karter works to advance to full mount. Tomcic defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Karter trying to control but Tomcic is having none of it.
Tomcic is desperately trying to improve his position but Karter has a good base and remains in mount.
Tomcic in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Tomcic is squirming around, avoiding Karter's attempts to control the action.
Tomcic manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Tomcic makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tomcic.#T3#
Karter stands up over Tomcic, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Tomcic can't keep his opponent in guard - Karter advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tomcic is not content to let Karter control the position.
Karter content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tomcic tries to get to full guard but Karter has control of the leg. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ground and pound from Karter.
Tomcic has hold of Karter's hands but Karter slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Tomcic works his way to full guard. Good work.
Karter stands and throws Tomcic's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Tomcic sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tomcic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Karter is nestled in close to Tomcic, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jesus Christ Karter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Tomcic's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Tomcic lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses. #TD2#
Tomcic gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Tomcic striking off his back but it's not causing Karter any problems.
Tomcic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tomcic looking to control.
Karter slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Karter wants to work for an arm triangle but Tomcic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karter is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Karter is continuing to stall.#T1#
Nice strikes from Karter there.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Karter slips a nice elbow through Tomcic's hands, connecting with Tomcic's forehead.
Karter seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Tomcic is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Karter has latched onto it... Big trouble! Karter pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Tomcic is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Karter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jesus Christ Karter!
During a confident post fight interview, Jesus Christ Karter thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: SFL 86 | Stark vs Haskins     
Date:   Jul 24, 2021
#R1#
A slow jab from Tomcic misses its intended target.
Tomcic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sor manages to avoid it.
Tomcic tries to land a leg kick but Sor saw it coming and moves away.
Sor tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tomcic manages to circle out of the way.
Tomcic scores with a punch to the head.
Sor throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Tomcic rushes Sor and presses him up against the cage.
A short uppercut from Sor.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomcic.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomcic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tomcic tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sor has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Tomcic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sor misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomcic misses with a body punch.
Tomcic blocks a body shot from Sor.
Sor tries a body shot but Tomcic blocks it.
Tomcic has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sor is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Sor fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomcic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomcic drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Saenchai Sor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Tomcic.
Tomcic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sor's elbow. #T1#
Tomcic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sor pushes Tomcic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomcic misses with a punch to the body.
Sor lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomcic has a couple of punches blocked by Sor.
Tomcic throws a head punch that misses.
Sor lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tomcic.
Tomcic is looking for a takedown.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomcic.
Tomcic struggles to land a body shot inside as Sor controls his hands.
Tomcic misses with a body punch.
Sor fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sor misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sor scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sor lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Tomcic scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomcic is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sor is defending well.
A head punch on the inside from Sor fails to land.
Tomcic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sor backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomcic misses with some punches.
Sor misses with a punch on the inside.
Sor goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
Tomcic working aggressively here.
Sor lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tomcic or not.
Sor prevents a body shot from Tomcic.
A short left from Tomcic.
Tomcic struggles to land a body shot inside as Sor controls his hands.
Sor lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tomcic or not.
Tomcic prevents a body shot from Sor.
A nice left hand lands by Sor.
Tomcic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sor throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomcic lands a body shot.
Tomcic throws a head punch that misses.
Tomcic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sor misses with a punch on the inside.
Sor lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sor pushes Tomcic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Tomcic lands a left hand.
Sor lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sor tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sor lands with a left to the head.
A right hand to the body from Sor.
Sor lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards. #T3#
Tomcic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sor lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Sor swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sor tries to work over Tomcic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sor lands a shoulder strike.
Tomcic's coach down at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Tomcic's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Tomcic using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Sor has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomcic.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sor.
Nice body punch from Tomcic.
Tomcic with a knee to the head.
Sor lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Sor misses with a punch to the body.
Tomcic is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sor gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Sor presses Tomcic against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Sor misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sor lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomcic looks winded!
Tomcic blocks an uppercut.
Sor scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sor can't find room to land a body shot as Tomcic controls the action.
Sor tries a body shot but Tomcic blocks it.
Tomcic misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sor.#T4#
Sor pushes Tomcic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sor misses with a body punch.
Sor lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sor tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomcic's elbow.
Tomcic throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Sor doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sor lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tomcic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sor.
Tomcic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tomcic misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sor.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sor creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sor.
Sor misses with a body punch.
Tomcic blocks a body shot from Sor.
Sor fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomcic drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Sor gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sor.
Tomcic working aggressively here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Saenchai Sor dominated that round.
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.#R2#
Good work by Sor as he checks the leg kick.
Sor misses with an uppercut.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A big right from Tomcic misses.
Tomcic with a hook.
Sor throws the left hand but Tomcic avoids the punch easily.
Sor throws a quick inside leg kick.
Vladimir Tomcic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomcic digs a good hook to Sor's body.
Tomcic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sor throws a jab but it's blocked by Tomcic.
Good exchange - Tomcic coming out on top.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sor looks to land a combination but Tomcic avoids it well.
Tomcic takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sor throws a leg kick which misses Tomcic's front leg but catches the back leg as Tomcic tries to avoid it.
Tomcic loads up on a big right hand but Sor slips the punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tomcic dodges the punch combination from Sor. #T1#
Tomcic throws a jab when Sor was well out of range.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Sor moves out of range easily.
Tomcic throws a leg kick but Sor sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tomcic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sor misses with a looping left.
Crunch! Sor slams his shin into Tomcic's torso.
Sor lands with a nice body punch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sor. That's going to slow Tomcic down.
Sor avoids the head kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic thumps Sor with a low kick.
Tomcic misses with a low kick.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sor lands a nice hook to Tomcic's body. Tomcic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tomcic throws a half hearted mid kick.
Vladimir Tomcic seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Sor lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tomcic's sensitive parts.
Sor scores with a jab to the head.
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!
Sor checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tomcic swings for the body but Sor moves out of range.
Sor misses with a head kick.
A big left from Tomcic misses.
Sor throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch combination from Sor misses.
Tomcic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A telegraphed right hand from Sor misses the target.
No joy there for Sor, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sor connects with a crisp jab.
Nice body punch from Sor.
Sor connects with an inside leg kick.
Sor ducks under a wild hook from Tomcic.#T3#
Tomcic throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sor's waist but Sor gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tomcic off to one side.
Sor misses with a series of wild punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tomcic! But no joy.
Sor throws a nice outside leg kick.
A jab lands there for Sor.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tomcic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sor moves away.
Tomcic misses with a looping left.
Tomcic ducks under a wild hook from Sor.#CL2#
Tomcic closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tomcic is working Sor over against the cage.
Sor scores with a hook to the body.
Tomcic working aggressively here.
Sor tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomcic's elbow. #T4#
Tomcic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Sor fails to land.
Tomcic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Sor lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sor misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sor.
Tomcic lands with a light punch inside.
Tomcic with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Tomcic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sor lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sor.
Tomcic misses with some punches.
Sor lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Sor lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Tomcic fails to land.
Sor lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Tomcic is working Sor over against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Tomcic fails to land.
A short uppercut from Sor.
Tomcic blocks a body shot from Sor.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Saenchai Sor 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#
Tomcic takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tomcic looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tomcic shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tomcic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sor circles away quickly and effectively.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses.
Tomcic walks into a jab.
Sor connects with an inside leg kick.
Sor fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tomcic.
Tomcic takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tomcic blocks a head kick by Sor.
Tomcic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sor tries a head kick but it misses.
Sor lands a body shot.
Sor looks to land a combination. Tomcic sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
Sor moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Sor takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nice uppercut lands for Sor. That snapped Tomcic's head back.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Sor moves out of range easily.
Tomcic's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tomcic connects with an inside leg kick.
Tomcic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice cross by Sor.
Sor cracks Tomcic with an open hand slap.
Good standup being displayed there by Sor as he connects with a hook.
Sor throws a nice head kick!
Sor smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tomcic 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.
Sor throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomcic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tomcic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sor throws a lazy right hand but Tomcic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tomcic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Tomcic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A low kick lands for Sor.
Sor fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tomcic on the side of the head.
Vladimir Tomcic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sor throws a looping overhand right but Tomcic ducks down to avoid it.
Tomcic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sor.
Sor lands a high kick!
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses.
A slow jab from Sor misses its intended target.
Sor scores with a jab to the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Sor misses the target.
Sor moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The crowd cheers as Tomcic lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sor doesn't seem phased though.#CL2#
Tomcic moves into the clinch successfully.
Sor tries to work over Tomcic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sor tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Tomcic blocks a body shot from Sor.
Tomcic drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sor pulls his leg out and moves away.
Sor with a nice cross.
Sor lands with a shot to the body.
Tomcic throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tomcic lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A jab from Sor misses.
Tomcic is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Sor fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tomcic on the side of the head.
Tomcic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sor.
Tomcic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sor seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Sor is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tomcic can do to turn this around?
Sor connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tomcic takes one on the button.
Tomcic motions for Sor to come forward. Tomcic throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sor is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tomcic.#T4#
Sor bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sor seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Sor steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomcic.
Tomcic misses with a head kick.
Tomcic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sor gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sor stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tomcic.
A jab from Sor finds it's way through Tomcic's defenses.
Sor paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Sor bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tomcic jabs Sor to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tomcic slips a jab and a cross from Sor.
Sor takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sor staying out of range there.
Sor lands a leg kick that knocks Tomcic off balance momentarily.
Tomcic tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sor is able to avoid easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Saenchai Sor showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sor has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Saenchai Sor!

Saenchai Sor was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

 

Event: SFL 72 | Reloaded     
Date:   May 22, 2021
#R1#
Mendoza misses with a hook. Tomcic ducked under it nicely.
Vladimir Tomcic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomcic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've been hearing reports that Tomcic has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Tomcic throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Mendoza throws out a loose jab but Tomcic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mendoza thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Mendoza moves out of range easily.
Tomcic moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomcic looks to land a right hand but Mendoza moved out of range.
Tomcic looks to land a right hand but Mendoza moved out of range.
Mendoza throws the left hand but Tomcic avoids the punch easily.
Tomcic throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendoza looks to land a right hand but Tomcic moved out of range.
Tomcic feinted with a counter takedown.
Tomcic looks to land a right hand but Mendoza moved out of range.
Mendoza walks into a straight right hand from Tomcic.
Tomcic looks to clinch
and Mendoza counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomcic throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Mendoza cracks Tomcic with an open hand slap.
Mendoza lands with a cross.
Nice jab there from Tomcic.
Mendoza slips under a jab from Tomcic.
Tomcic takes one to the chin there.
A good leg kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic connects with an inside leg kick.
Mendoza moves out of range of the leg kick from Tomcic.
Mendoza digs a good body shot into Tomcic's ribs.
Mendoza moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A good leg kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mendoza misses with an uppercut.
Tomcic cracks Mendoza with an open hand slap.
Tomcic throws a leg kick
and Mendoza counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Tomcic pivots, looking for a leg kick but Mendoza is out of range and Tomcic settles back down.
Tomcic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
Tomcic takes the fight into the clinch.
Mendoza prevents a takedown attempt there.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mendoza.
Mendoza blocks a body shot from Tomcic.
Mendoza lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mendoza lands an uppercut.
Mendoza lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mendoza creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Mendoza breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tomcic lands a head kick! #CUT#It looks like Daniel Mendoza has been cut.
Mendoza 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.
Tomcic on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT2#It looks like Vladimir Tomcic has been cut.
Mendoza misses with a hook. Tomcic ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Tomcic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mendoza uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomcic.#T3#
Mendoza throws the left hand but Tomcic avoids the punch easily.
Tomcic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tomcic slips under a jab.
Mendoza misses with a double jab
and Tomcic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tomcic tries to clinch but Mendoza is having none of it.
Good shot there by Mendoza.
Tomcic slips a jab from Mendoza.
Tomcic lands a nice hook to Mendoza's body. Mendoza takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL#
Tomcic clinches up against the cage.
Mendoza throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomcic lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomcic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomcic swings wildly with an uppercut but Mendoza uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Mendoza breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Daniel Mendoza is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick
letting Mendoza counter with a right hand. #T4#
Nice cross by Mendoza.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomcic lands a body shot.
Tomcic avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tomcic drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mendoza sprawls and moves away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tomcic.
Mendoza scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mendoza lands a glancing blow to the side of Tomcic's head.
Tomcic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mendoza manages to avoid it.
Tomcic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mendoza manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mendoza looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tomcic tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomcic keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tomcic loads up on a big right hand but Mendoza slips the punch.
Tomcic with a nice cross.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Daniel Mendoza will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL#
Tomcic closes the distance and clinches.
Tomcic trying to land knees to the body.
Mendoza lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomcic misses with the head strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Mendoza.
Tomcic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomcic blocks an uppercut.
Mendoza misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Mendoza blocking some punches.
Mendoza misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mendoza. #BC2#
Mendoza manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendoza keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomcic.
Tomcic walks into a left hand.
Decent striking displayed by Mendoza there.
Tomcic misses with a left hand
and Mendoza counters with a straight right hand.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomcic throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Tomcic fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Tomcic has managed to clinch.
Tomcic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomcic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomcic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomcic misses with a body punch.
Mendoza pushes Tomcic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomcic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mendoza working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mendoza misses with the head strike.
Mendoza fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomcic.
A nice left hand lands by Mendoza.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic. #BC2#
Mendoza breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tomcic throws a leg kick that is checked
and Mendoza counters with a three punch combo that has Tomcic backing up. Tomcic nods at Mendoza to acknowledge the strikes.#ROC2#Tomcic is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head kick by Tomcic misses
and Mendoza counters with a nice body shot.
Mendoza takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mendoza scores with a jab to the head.
Oh Tomcic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Mendoza fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tomcic seems to have got his legs back now.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tomcic.
Tomcic moves forwards but Mendoza connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mendoza throws a shot from downtown. Tomcic moves away and avoids it.
Tomcic gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Mendoza gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Tomcic is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Daniel Mendoza!
Our winner, Daniel Mendoza, 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: C22: Jako vs. Bobblehead     
Date:   Mar 13, 2021
#R1#
Liu throws a jab but it's blocked by Tomcic.
Liu throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tomcic tries a head kick but it misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Liu darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Liu throws a hook but Tomcic blocks it.
Liu misses with a left hand #CL#
and Tomcic holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Tomcic misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Liu breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tomcic seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomcic tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Liu counters with a straight right hand.
Nice body punch from Liu.
Liu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Liu throws a hook but Tomcic blocks it.
Tomcic looks for a takedown but Liu sprawls well.
Liu looks to throw the jab but Tomcic is out of range.
Liu throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tomcic on the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good leg kick by Liu.
Both fighters circling a little - Liu finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Tomcic lands an overhand right.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Liu bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Liu has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A telegraphed right hand from Tomcic misses the target.
Liu looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Tomcic throws out a loose jab but Liu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Liu pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tomcic back to the cage. Liu follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Tomcic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Tomcic clinches up with Liu and pushes him back against the cage.
Tomcic misses with some punches.
A frustrated look appears on Liu's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Liu pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tomcic fails with a takedown attempt.
Liu lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Liu thows a body kick. Tomcic tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
Tomcic misses with a hook to the body
and Liu counters with a one-two to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomcic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Liu.
Liu scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tomcic in his tracks.
Tomcic throws a lazy head kick
and Liu counters with a straight right hand.
Liu lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T2#
Liu lands a head shot.
Liu fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tomcic on the side of the head.
Liu throws a jab but it's blocked by Tomcic.
Tomcic misses with a low kick.
Tomcic misses with a low kick as Liu jumps back.
Liu works Tomcic's body with a nice hook.
Tomcic throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Liu throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Liu bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Tomcic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Liu at a distance.
Liu uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tomcic has time to react.
Liu lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Liu ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Liu avoids the head kick by Tomcic.
Liu keeps the fight on the outside.
Liu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomcic.
Liu connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tomcic fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Liu checks it well.
Tomcic moves into range and connects with a jab.
Liu on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tomcic. Tomcic obviously looking to wear him down. #T3#
Liu slaps away a takedown attempt from Tomcic, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Tomcic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Liu fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tomcic on the side of the head.
Tomcic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Balagot Liu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A cross from Liu lands.
Liu scores with the left hand. Tomcic knows he should have avoided that one.
Tomcic takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Liu keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Liu lands a glancing blow to the side of Tomcic's head.
Tomcic scores with a sloppy right hand. Liu should have avoided that one.
Tomcic is looking to land body kicks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Liu works the jab nicely.
Tomcic takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Liu lands with a right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Liu. That snapped Tomcic's head back.
Tomcic slips a jab and a cross from Liu.
Liu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tomcic changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A combination from Liu does no damage. #T4#
Tomcic avoids a kick to the body.
Liu with the inside leg kick.
Tomcic moves away from the strike by Liu.
Liu throws a nice head kick!
Tomcic moves away from the strike by Liu.
Liu lands a two punch combo.
Liu dips to his left and cracks Tomcic with an uppercut!#CL#
Tomcic moves into range and clinches up with Liu.
Liu throws a head punch that misses.
Tomcic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Liu working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomcic. #BC2#
Liu breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Liu looks to land a left hand but Tomcic moved out of range nicely.
Liu connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tomcic momentarily.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Liu jabs Tomcic right on the nose. Tomcic blinks but takes it well.
Good leg kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic's jab looks to have found its range, popping Liu under the eye.
Liu throws a body shot but no joy.
A punch lands to the side of Tomcic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Balagot Liu dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Liu scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Balagot Liu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Liu looks to throw the jab but Tomcic is out of range.
Liu scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tomcic tries to clinch but Liu moves out of range.
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Liu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Liu checks a low kick from Tomcic.
Tomcic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Liu.
Tomcic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tomcic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tomcic ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Liu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Liu blocks a head kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic throws a head kick but Liu moves out of range.
It seemed like Liu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Liu scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tomcic doesn't seem bothered though.
Liu slaps away a takedown attempt from Tomcic, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Balagot Liu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Liu paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tomcic tries to clinch but Liu moves away
and Liu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomcic throws a chopping leg kick but Liu manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A countering left hand to the body from Liu misses.#T1#
Liu scores with a nice right hand.
Liu lands a nice shot that snaps Tomcic's head back.
Tomcic wants to clinch.#TD#
Tomcic looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Tomcic not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Liu is trying to stand back up but Tomcic is controlling him
Liu really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tomcic. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Tomcic is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Liu sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Tomcic wants to work for an arm triangle but Liu is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T2#
Tomcic scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Tomcic is working for a kimura but Liu is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Liu keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Balagot Liu is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tomcic missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Liu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tomcic.
Tomcic misses with a head shot. Liu uses the momentum to regain guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tomcic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tomcic wants to pass the guard but Liu is keeping the position.#SUB#
Tomcic drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Liu manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tomcic has Liu in his guard.#REVB##T4#
Tomcic is trying to keep Liu in close. #SUB#
Tomcic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tomcic wants to sweep but no luck.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Tomcic looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tomcic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Balagot Liu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Tomcic moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Liu lands with a good body shot.
Tomcic wants to clinch.
Tomcic throws a nice head kick!
Tomcic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Liu.
Liu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Liu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice shot by Liu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Liu blocks a head kick by Tomcic.
Liu scores with a three punch combo!
Liu scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Liu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tomcic doesn't manage to clinch there - Liu circles away.
Tomcic takes a jab right on the kisser.
Liu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomcic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Tomcic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Liu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Liu throws an overhand right that lands on Tomcic's shoulder, as Tomcic tries to avoid the shot.
Tomcic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Liu avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd cheers as Liu lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tomcic doesn't seem phased though.
Tomcic takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Tomcic tries a head kick but it misses.
Liu keeps the fight on the outside.
Liu scores with a hook to the body. Tomcic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tomcic throws a head kick but Liu moves out of range.
Liu buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tomcic misses with a head kick.
Liu avoids the body shot from Tomcic.
Tomcic takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Liu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Liu bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Liu scores with a leg kick.
Tomcic tries to clinch up.#T2#
Liu thuds a left hand into Tomcic's body.
Liu misses with a double jab.
Tomcic moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomcic throwing a counter right hand but Liu manages to avoid it.
Vladimir Tomcic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A jab from Liu does it's job there.
Tomcic misses with a hook.
Liu was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tomcic ducks under a wild hook from Liu.
Liu sizes up Tomcic with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tomcic misses with a looping left.
Liu lands with a kick to the ribs.
Tomcic looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tomcic slips a jab from Liu.
Liu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomcic.
Tomcic throws an off balance right hand
and Liu counters with a stiff right hand.
A good leg kick by Liu.
Tomcic needs to keep his hands up - Liu had a free shot at his head there.
Liu dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tomcic. That did some damage!
Liu throws a jab when Tomcic was well out of range.
Liu scores with a jab to the head.
Tomcic is looking to clinch but Liu is avoiding it. #T3#
Liu slips a jab and a cross from Tomcic.
Tomcic will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Liu bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Liu feints and then cracks Tomcic's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tomcic down.
Tomcic is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#TD#
Tomcic drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Liu pushes Tomcic away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Tomcic gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
Tomcic looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Tomcic creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Liu sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Liu pushes Tomcic away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Tomcic gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB#
Tomcic wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Liu, who protects the arm well.
Tomcic in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #SUB#
Tomcic is trying to get an arm triangle but Liu is defending well.
Tomcic prevents Liu from escaping the position.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Balagot Liu!

Our winner, Balagot Liu, 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: CFN11: Carvalho vs. Ishmael     
Date:   Feb 14, 2021
#R1#
Ulatov fails with a takedown attempt.
Ulatov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tomcic but Tomcic pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tomcic throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ulatov shoots in but no luck this time.
Vladimir Tomcic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Ulatov.
Ulatov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tomcic defends it nicely.
No luck for Ulatov with that takedown attempt.
Tomcic throws a nice head kick!
Tomcic looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Tomcic lands a big head kick that sends Ulatov tumbling to the mat! Tomcic takes a step backwards and waves Ulatov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Ulatov is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ulatov gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Tomcic points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Ulatov wakes up just in time to hear Tomcic thank his coaches in the post fight interview.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vladimir Tomcic!
Vladimir Tomcic very nearly forgot to thank Conviction amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: Combate 13: Rahim vs. Kazuma 2     
Date:   Jan 16, 2021
#R1#
Perez lands a slapping body shot.
Perez throws a body shot but no joy.
Perez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Perez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Perez paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tomcic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Perez misses with a wild body shot.
Perez lands a body shot.
Perez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tomcic. Tomcic obviously looking to wear him down.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tomcic.
Perez takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Perez lands with an overhand left.
Perez moves out of range of the body kick from Tomcic.
Perez connects with a right hand. Tomcic shakes it off.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Perez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tomcic.
As Tomcic looks to move away, Perez throws a big counter combo but Tomcic just gets out of the way.
A jab from Perez misses. #CL2#
Tomcic has Perez up against the cage in a clinch.
Nice elbow from Perez.
Tomcic lands a body punch.
Tomcic working aggressively here. #T1#
Perez looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Tomcic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tomcic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Perez's elbow.
Tomcic has Perez pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Perez manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Perez misses with a hook from the clinch.
Perez lands a body punch.
Perez misses with an elbow strike. #BC#
Perez breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Perez throws a jab when Tomcic was well out of range.
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch but Perez swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Perez checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Perez throwing a counter right hand but Tomcic manages to avoid it.
Perez lands a two punch combo.
Manny Perez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Perez thuds a left hand into Tomcic's body.
Perez fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tomcic on the side of the head.
Tomcic scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Tomcic gets a clinch.
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Perez prevents a takedown attempt there. #BC#
Perez breaks from the clinch. #T2#
Perez looks to land a left hand but Tomcic moved out of range nicely.
Perez misses with an uppercut. Tomcic saw that one coming.
A slow jab from Perez misses its intended target. #TD2#
Tomcic throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Perez tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tomcic is in Perez's guard.
Perez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tomcic is one step ahead there.
Tomcic postures up.
Perez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Perez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tomcic must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Tomcic trying to control the position from guard on top but Perez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Perez is trying to keep Tomcic in close.
Tomcic lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3#
Perez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Perez keeping moving, preventing Tomcic from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Perez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tomcic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tomcic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Perez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Tomcic preventing the sweep.
Tomcic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Perez is keeping the position for now.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SUB#
Perez is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Perez is looking for a triangle but Tomcic pushes his legs off easily.
Perez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tomcic tries a head kick but it misses.
Tomcic throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Perez's waist but Perez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tomcic off to one side.
Manny Perez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Tomcic.
Tomcic tries to clinch but Perez moves away
and Perez counters with a nice uppercut.
Perez bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tomcic's head.
Tomcic tries to clinch up but Perez circles away and keeps his distance.
Perez lands a jab to Tomcic's midsection.
Perez dips to his left and cracks Tomcic with an uppercut!
Jab from Tomcic.#CL2#
Tomcic clinches with his opponent.
Perez is trying to maintain a safe position but Tomcic gets an underhook and turns Perez into the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Still in the clinch, Perez scores with a nice short uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manny Perez dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A slow jab from Perez misses its intended target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomcic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Perez.
Perez throws a lazy uppercut #CL2#
and Tomcic counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomcic scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomcic blocks an elbow strike from Perez.
Tomcic misses with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Tomcic.
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomcic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Perez's elbow.
Tomcic changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Perez fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Manny Perez is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Tomcic closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Perez to the mat! Perez manages to get full guard. #SUB#
Perez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Perez 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##T1#
Tomcic is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Tomcic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Perez pulls his head out easily.
Tomcic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Perez working the head and body with strikes.
Perez thows a huge punch but Tomcic dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Tomcic looking for submissions off his back.
Perez prevents Tomcic from improving his position.#SU#
Perez stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Tomcic to get to his feet.
A lazy left from Perez finds it's target.#T2#
Perez throws a big shot that misses.
Perez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tomcic can do to turn this around?
A looping hook to the body misses from Perez. Tomcic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Perez fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Perez checks a leg kick.
Perez lands with a hook. Tomcic tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tomcic dodges the punch combination from Perez.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tomcic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Perez looks to land a left hand but Tomcic moved out of range nicely.
Tomcic fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Perez is out of range.
Tomcic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Perez was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomcic.
Perez connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
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!
Tomcic blocks a jab.
Tomcic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tomcic misses with a low kick as Perez jumps back.
Perez throws an overhand right that lands on Tomcic's shoulder, as Tomcic tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Perez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Perez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tomcic throws a solid leg kick but Perez takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tomcic.
It looked like Perez was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Perez rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tomcic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch but Perez swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tomcic goes for a double leg but Perez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Perez continues to drive forward.
A big left from Perez misses.
The crowd cheers as Perez lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tomcic doesn't seem phased though.
Perez throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Tomcic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tomcic slips under a jab.
Tomcic throws out a counter right but Perez avoids it with no problem.
Tomcic tries to clinch up but Perez circles away and keeps his distance.
Perez avoids the head kick by Tomcic. #CL2#
Tomcic clinches with his opponent.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomcic.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4##TD2#
Tomcic gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Perez works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Perez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tomcic defends well.#SUB#
Perez has his foot on Tomcic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tomcic works his way back into a safe position though.
Tomcic landing some decent shots from guard.
Tomcic trying to control but Perez is working from the bottom.
Perez wants to sweep here but Tomcic controlling him for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manny Perez dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Perez lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Perez jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tomcic is looking to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Perez. Tomcic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Perez misses with a two punch combination.
Tomcic with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Perez to score with a decent uppercut.
Perez jabs Tomcic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Perez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tomcic is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tomcic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Perez defending well as Tomcic loads up on a big left hand.
Perez swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tomcic dips to his left and cracks Perez with an uppercut!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Perez looks to land a right hand but Tomcic moved out of range.
Tomcic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Perez misses with a wild body shot.
Perez connects with a nice looking jab. #T1#
Tomcic checks a low kick from Perez.
Perez walks into a straight right hand from Tomcic.
Tomcic misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Perez moves out of range easily.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Perez throws a combination. Tomcic tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Tomcic will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tomcic shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Perez defends it nicely.
Manny Perez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Tomcic.
Tomcic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tomcic misses with a head kick.
Perez looks to land a right hand but Tomcic moved out of range.
Perez paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tomcic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T2#
Tomcic is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Perez comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Vladimir Tomcic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomcic tries to clinch up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomcic checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tomcic ducks under a wild hook from Perez.
Tomcic throws the left hand but Perez avoids the punch easily.
Perez cracks Tomcic with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tomcic wants to land a leg kick but Perez is out of range.
Tomcic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tomcic throws out a leg kick but Perez moves out of range and Tomcic only half commits.
Tomcic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tomcic shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Perez as he jumps to the side.
Tomcic moves in looking to clinch but Perez pushes him off.
Tomcic takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T3#
Perez cracks Tomcic with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tomcic wants to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomcic. Perez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Perez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomcic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Perez lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Perez moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Tomcic rushes Perez and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Tomcic has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Perez clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Tomcic doesn't have the hooks in and Perez manages to turn into his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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!
Perez passes into half guard.
Ground and pound from Perez.
Perez lands with a punch from half guard. #T4#
Perez working over Tomcic with some ground and pound. Tomcic looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Tomcic looking for submissions off his back.
Perez is nestled in close to Tomcic, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Perez takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Perez wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tomcic manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Perez wants to control from the top but Tomcic keeps moving.
Tomcic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Perez is one step ahead there.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manny Perez!

An out of breath Manny Perez thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: CFN7: Severini vs. Carvalho     
Date:   Dec 19, 2020
#R1#
Tomcic fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ulatov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#KD#
Tomcic lands a big head kick that sends Ulatov tumbling to the mat! Tomcic takes a step backwards and waves Ulatov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Ulatov is rocked!
Ulatov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tomcic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ulatov is still on wobbly legs! Can Tomcic finish him?
Ulatov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ulatov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#TD2#
Ulatov dives in and scores a takedown into Tomcic's guard.
Tomcic is controlling Ulatov's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ulatov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tomcic is keeping the position for now.
Ulatov seems to have recovered his senses.
Ulatov preventing the sweep.
Ulatov being controlled here momentarily.
Ulatov won't allow Tomcic to sweep him here.
Tomcic trying to keep a closed guard but Ulatov is proving a slippery customer.
Ulatov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tomcic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Tomcic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Tomcic looking to sit in guard and control but Ulatov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Ulatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomcic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ulatov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tomcic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ulatov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Tomcic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tomcic keeping moving, preventing Ulatov from controlling successfully. #T2#
Tomcic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Tomcic trying to control the position from guard on top but Ulatov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Ulatov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tomcic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Ulatov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Ulatov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Tomcic passes into side control. #T3#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Ulatov gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Ulatov looking for submissions off his back.
Tomcic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Ulatov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tomcic pulls his head out easily.
Well, if Tomcic 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.
Tomcic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ulatov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tomcic throws a body punch but Ulatov moves out of range.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ulatov wants to counter the offense by Tomcic and move into the clinch position.
Ulatov misses with a takedown attempt
and Tomcic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Ulatov has his takedown stuffed
and Tomcic makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Ulatov misses with a takedown
and Tomcic counters with a stiff right hand.
Vladimir Tomcic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Ulatov.
Tomcic lands with an uppercut that bounces Ulatov off the cage and back into range.
Tomcic takes a swing at Ulatov's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Tomcic finds it's way through Ulatov's defenses.
Tomcic misses with a head kick.
Ulatov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tomcic defends it nicely.
Tomcic leaves Ulatov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
It looked like Tomcic was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ulatov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tomcic counters with a head kick. That will keep Ulatov thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#KD#
Tomcic feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Ulatov sprawling to the canvas! Ulatov rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Tomcic finish him?! #T1#
Tomcic lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tomcic. That's going to slow Ulatov down.
Tomcic misses with a head kick.
Nice sprawl there from Tomcic as Ulatov shoots in.
Ulatov shoots for a double leg takedown but Tomcic sprawls well. He's pushed Ulatov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ulatov is breathing heavily.#KD#
Tomcic sends Ulatov crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Tomcic is motioning to the referee to let Ulatov up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Tomcic looks to score with a jab to the body but Ulatov is just out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sergei Ulatov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomcic steps in with a hook that catches Ulatov right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Tomcic follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Ulatov looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vladimir Tomcic!
An out of breath and clearly excited Vladimir Tomcic thanked Conviction for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: Combate 7: Kazuma vs. Shabazz     
Date:   Nov 28, 2020
#R1#
Dawson feints and then cracks Tomcic's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tomcic down.
Dawson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tomcic.
Tomcic tries to clinch but Dawson is having none of it.
Dawson digs a good body shot into Tomcic's ribs.
Dawson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tomcic's sensitive parts.
Dawson scores with a body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Dawson. That snapped Tomcic's head back.
Tomcic tries for a takedown but Dawson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tomcic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dawson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomcic.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dawson tries to work over Tomcic's front leg with a kick but Tomcic checks it.
Tomcic takes a swing at Dawson's ribcage but misses.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Dawson moves out of range easily.
Tomcic lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Dawson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tomcic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tomcic checks a leg kick.
Donk. Dawson catches Tomcic right on the button with a cross.#CUT#It looks like Vladimir Tomcic has been cut.
An inside leg kick lands from Dawson.
Tomcic cracks Dawson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Dawson lands a right hook to the body. #T1##CL2#
Tomcic fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dawson, pushing him back against the cage.
Dawson tries to work over Tomcic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomcic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short body shot lands from Tomcic as the two fighters clinch.
Dawson can't find room to land a body shot as Tomcic controls the action.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Dawson. #BC#
Dawson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tomcic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tomcic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dawson scores with a leg kick.
Dawson has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Tomcic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dawson lands a jab to Tomcic's midsection.
Dawson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tomcic misses with a head kick.
Dawson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dawson takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Dawson with a nice calf kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomcic misses with a head kick.
Dawson avoids the head kick by Tomcic. #T2#
Dawson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tomcic checks it well.
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dawson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dawson misses the shot to the body.
Dawson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tomcic at a distance.
Tomcic scores with a spinning back kick!
Tomcic blocks a low kick nicely.
Tomcic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tomcic looks to score with a jab to the body but Dawson is just out of range.
As Tomcic backs away, Dawson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Tomcic on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dawson. Dawson obviously looking to wear him down.
Tomcic throws a head kick but Dawson moves out of range.
Dawson misses with a low kick.
Dawson is looking to wear down Tomcic with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tomcic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tomcic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dawson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tomcic. Tomcic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Roger Dawson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Tomcic darts in and clinches Dawson up against the cage.
Tomcic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tomcic blocks a body shot from Dawson.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Tomcic scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T3#
Tomcic lands a shot to the body.
Dawson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dawson tries to work over Tomcic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomcic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dawson's elbow.
Tomcic's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dawson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dawson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomcic.
Dawson lands an uppercut.
Tomcic misses with a knee to the head.
Dawson lands with a left to the head.
Dawson blocks an uppercut.
Dawson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomcic's elbow.
Tomcic tries a body shot but Dawson blocks it.
Dawson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dawson misses with a punch to the body.
Dawson blocks an uppercut.
Tomcic swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Dawson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tomcic doesn't manage to clinch there - Dawson circles away.
Dawson tries to work over Tomcic's front leg with a kick but Tomcic checks it.
Tomcic checks a leg kick. #T4#
Dawson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dawson scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dawson throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tomcic slips under a jab.
Tomcic scores with a jab. Dawson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomcic looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tomcic catches Dawson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses.
Dawson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tomcic's sensitive parts.
Dawson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tomcic.#CL2#
Tomcic fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dawson, pushing him back against the cage.
Tomcic misses with a punch to the body.
Tomcic swings wildly with an uppercut but Dawson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomcic tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dawson avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dawson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dawson prevents a body shot from Tomcic.
Dawson lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Dawson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roger Dawson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Tomcic's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
That kick from Dawson tenderised Tomcic's leg. Tomcic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dawson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tomcic checks it well.
Tomcic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dawson blocks a head kick by Tomcic.
Dawson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tomcic doesn't seem bothered though.
Dawson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Roger Dawson is winning the standup battle so far.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dawson.
Tomcic moves in looking to clinch but Dawson pushes him off.
Dawson takes a swing at Tomcic's ribcage but misses.
Tomcic throws out a powerful jab.
Tomcic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dawson moves away.
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
The crowd cheers as Dawson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tomcic doesn't seem phased though.
Tomcic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dawson punishes Tomcic's body with a nice straight punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomcic throws the kick towards the body but Dawson avoids it.
Dawson tries to land a front kick but Tomcic steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tomcic throws a sloppy body shot
and Dawson counters with a nice body kick.
Tomcic lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dawson's sensitive parts. #T1#
Tomcic is looking to clinch.
Tomcic 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.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dawson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tomcic tries to clinch but Dawson moves out of range.
Dawson with a hook.
Dawson connects with a leg kick.
Tomcic throws a front kick aimed at Dawson's knee but Dawson avoids it well.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tomcic fakes the leg kick and cracks Dawson in the body.
Tomcic throws a leg kick but Dawson checks it.
Tomcic keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
It seemed like Tomcic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
As Tomcic backs away, Dawson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Vladimir Tomcic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dawson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tomcic's sensitive parts.
Tomcic fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tomcic throws a head kick but Dawson moves out of range.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tomcic is breathing heavily.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dawson fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tomcic has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tomcic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dawson.
Tomcic tries to clinch up but Dawson circles away and keeps his distance.
Dawson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomcic manages to avoid it.
Dawson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tomcic throws out a loose jab but Dawson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dawson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dawson swings for the body but Tomcic moves out of range.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses.
Dawson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dawson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomcic was well out of range. Poor timing from Dawson.
Dawson misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Dawson closes the distance and clinches.
Dawson prevents a body shot from Tomcic.
Tomcic can't find room to land a body shot as Dawson controls the action.
Tomcic has a couple of punches blocked by Dawson.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomcic.
Tomcic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tomcic misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Dawson.
Dawson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomcic can't find room to land a body shot as Dawson controls the action.
Dawson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tomcic.
Dawson tries to work over Tomcic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomcic prevents a body shot from Dawson.
Tomcic blocks a body shot from Dawson.
Dawson prevents a body shot from Tomcic.
Dawson is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A head punch on the inside from Tomcic fails to land.
Tomcic blocks a body shot from Dawson.
Dawson struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomcic controls his hands.
Tomcic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dawson pressing his opponent against the cage.
Dawson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
A nice left hand lands by Tomcic.
With the fighters up against the cage, Tomcic throws an elbow but misses.
Dawson tries to work over Tomcic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dawson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dawson lands with a left to the head.
Dawson blocks an uppercut.
Tomcic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dawson's elbow. #BC#
Dawson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dawson defending well as Tomcic loads up on a big left hand.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Dawson moves out of range easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomcic. Dawson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dawson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dawson with a nice calf kick.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dawson throws a head kick but Tomcic moves out of range.
Dawson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tomcic is out of range and Dawson settles back down.
Tomcic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dawson.
Tomcic moves in looking to clinch but Dawson pushes him off.
Tomcic has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Dawson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roger Dawson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Tomcic's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL2#
Tomcic closes the distance and pushes Dawson back into the cage.
Tomcic struggles to land a body shot inside as Dawson controls his hands.
Dawson struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomcic controls his hands.
Dawson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomcic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Dawson.
Dawson lands an uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Dawson as the two fighters clinch.
Tomcic swings wildly with an uppercut but Dawson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dawson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tomcic can do to turn this around?
Tomcic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Roger Dawson has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dawson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Dawson lands with a light punch inside.
Dawson tries to work over Tomcic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic can't find room to land a body shot as Dawson controls the action.
Tomcic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dawson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tomcic.
Dawson struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomcic controls his hands.
A short body shot lands from Dawson as the two fighters clinch.
Dawson misses with a punch to the body.
Dawson works on Tomcic's body with a couple of short punches.#BC#
Dawson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
A nice leg kick from Dawson, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tomcic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dawson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tomcic scrambles back to his feet.
Tomcic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Tomcic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dawson throws a shot to the body.
Dawson lands a jab to Tomcic's midsection.
Dawson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dawson lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomcic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dawson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Dawson scoring well with a low kick there.
Tomcic has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dawson.
Tomcic tries to clinch up.
Dawson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dawson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tomcic.
Tomcic scores with a jab. Dawson acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T2#
Dawson blocks a head kick by Tomcic.
Dawson tries to clinch up but Tomcic circles away and keeps his distance.
Vladimir Tomcic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomcic chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dawson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tomcic looks to land a right hand but Dawson moved out of range.
Dawson half committed to a counter leg kick.
Dawson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tomcic.
Dawson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dawson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Dawson lands with a kick to the temple. Tomcic shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dawson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dawson scores with a jab. Tomcic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dawson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Dawson works Tomcic's body with a nice hook.
Tomcic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T3#
Dawson throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL#
Dawson moves into the clinch.
Dawson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dawson digs a right hand underneath Tomcic's ribcage. Tomcic let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tomcic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dawson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomcic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dawson lands with a right to the head.
Dawson tries to throw a body punch but Tomcic avoids it by throwing Dawson back against the cage.
Tomcic lands a right hand.
Tomcic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomcic blocks a body shot from Dawson.
Dawson lands a body shot in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Dawson.
Dawson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
A short left from Dawson.
Dawson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
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!
Tomcic misses with some punches.
Dawson tries to throw a body punch but Tomcic avoids it by throwing Dawson back against the cage. #T4#
Tomcic blocks a body shot from Dawson.
Dawson tries a body shot but Tomcic blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dawson.
You can see that Tomcic has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Dawson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tomcic swings wildly with an uppercut but Dawson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A body shot lands from Dawson.
Dawson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tomcic or not.
Tomcic is leaning against Dawson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Dawson lands a body punch.
Tomcic with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tomcic prevents a body shot from Dawson.
Tomcic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dawson's elbow.
Dawson lands a nice uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dawson.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dawson blocks a body shot from Tomcic.
Nice body punch from Dawson - that landed with a thud.
Dawson works on Tomcic's body with a couple of short punches.
Roger Dawson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dawson pushes Tomcic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Roger Dawson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Dawson has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roger Dawson!

A very excited looking Roger Dawson rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: RRFC 60: Pinales vs Chan     
Date:   Oct 24, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mitchell takes one to the side of the head.
Tomcic misses with a head kick.
Mitchell walks into a straight right hand from Tomcic.
Tomcic connects with a nice looking jab.
Tomcic misses with an uppercut
enabling Mitchell to counter with a crisp jab.
Mitchell shoots for a takedown but Tomcic saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mitchell keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomcic.
Tomcic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mitchell.
Mitchell drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tomcic defends it well.
Mitchell chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tomcic can pounce on him.
Mitchell ducks under a wild hook from Tomcic.
Mitchell drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tomcic defends it well.
Mitchell looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tomcic is fending him off so far but Mitchell persists. Nope, Tomcic circles away and we're back to standing.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tomcic.
Mitchell swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mitchell shoots in but Tomcic avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vladimir Tomcic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shane Mitchell.
Both fighters circling a little - Tomcic finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Vladimir Tomcic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tomcic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mitchell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Despite the aggression on Mitchell's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Mitchell takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tomcic lands a leg kick that knocks Mitchell off balance momentarily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomcic. Mitchell does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD2#
Tomcic gets caught flat footed, as Mitchell shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tomcic is on top in guard. #REVR#
Tomcic wants to pass the guard but Mitchell is keeping the position.
Tomcic trying to control but Mitchell is working from the bottom.
Tomcic looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Mitchell not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tomcic stands and throws Mitchell's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Tomcic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Tomcic wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mitchell, who protects the arm well.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Tomcic looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Tomcic wants to control but Mitchell is keeping him busy. #T3##SUB#
Tomcic is trying to get an arm triangle but Mitchell is defending well.
Tomcic misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #SUB#
Tomcic is trying to get an arm triangle but Mitchell is defending well.
Tomcic trying to control the action but Mitchell is working from the bottom.
Tomcic just content to control the position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mitchell regains half guard there - taking advantage of Tomcic's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tomcic works his way into side control.
Mitchell can't do much from the bottom here.
Mitchell tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tomcic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Mitchell is letting Tomcic control him for a moment.
Mitchell regains half guard there - taking advantage of Tomcic's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Tomcic is keen to just control but Mitchell is a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Mitchell shoots in and drives through. Tomcic sprawls well.
Tomcic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tomcic misses with a looping right.
Mitchell swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Mitchell moves out of range easily.
Tomcic connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tomcic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mitchell can do to turn this around?
Tomcic misses with a jab to the body
letting Mitchell counter with a right hand.
Tomcic scores with a leg kick.
Tomcic thows a leg kick but Mitchell checks it
and Mitchell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tomcic misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Mitchell to counter with a crisp jab.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mitchell is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tomcic swings widly with a right hand #CL2#
and Mitchell counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Mitchell.
Tomcic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomcic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Mitchell blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomcic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mitchell misses with the head strike.
Tomcic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mitchell backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic. #T1#
Mitchell lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomcic misses with a punch to the body.
I was talking to Tomcic's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Tomcic gets underhooks to prevent Mitchell's takedown attempt.
Tomcic landing knees to the head. #CUT#It looks like Shane Mitchell has been cut.
Tomcic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mitchell backwards.
Mitchell blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tomcic throws a punch but it's blocked by Mitchell.
Tomcic misses with the head strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tomcic as Mitchell tries to tie him up.
A short right from Tomcic.
Tomcic works on Mitchell's body with a couple of short punches.
Tomcic looking to throw knees to the head but Mitchell is blocking nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Mitchell fails to land.
Mitchell blocks a body shot from Tomcic.
Tomcic misses with a knee to the head.
Tomcic tries to work over Mitchell's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mitchell prevents a body shot from Tomcic.
Tomcic tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mitchell avoids it.#T2#
Tomcic tries to throw a body punch but Mitchell avoids it by throwing Tomcic back against the cage.
Tomcic misses with the head strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tomcic.
Still in the clinch, Tomcic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mitchell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomcic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomcic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomcic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomcic lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC#Mitchell is rocked!
A short right from Tomcic on the inside.
Mitchell is still on wobbly legs! Can Tomcic finish him?
Tomcic lands a left hand.
A right hand to the body from Tomcic.
Tomcic has Mitchell pressed up against the cage in a tight Thai clinch. Mitchell is arching his back, trying to avoid the knees but a big one sneaks through from Tomcic - that's hurt Mitchell badly! Oh, another knee lands and Mitchell is covering up! The referee steps in to save him - possibly a bit early but Mitchell doesn't seem to be complaining.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Vladimir Tomcic!
After the big win, Vladimir Tomcic made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Conviction and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: RRFC 57: Anthony vs Pinales     
Date:   Sep 26, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ford throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomcic has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ford.
Tomcic has his takedown stuffed
and Ford counters with a series of strikes. Tomcic will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ford lands a nice looking body kick.
Tomcic ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tomcic lands with a slapping head kick.
Tomcic tries to clinch but Ford is having none of it.
Ford appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tomcic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tomcic connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Decent striking displayed by Ford there.#CUT2#It looks like Vladimir Tomcic has been cut.
Ford wants to slow Tomcic down by chopping away at his legs.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tomcic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ford.
Tomcic swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ford cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ford raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Tomcic plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Ford lands a nice hook to Tomcic's body. Tomcic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Ford throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Tomcic throws a head kick but Ford moves out of range.
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ford paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ford thows a body kick. Tomcic tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Ford.
Tomcic is breathing heavily.
Tomcic shoots in for a takedown but Ford shows good takedown defense.
Tomcic takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Ford lands with a good body shot.
Tomcic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Desert Fitness & Training -13 Elites/1 Sensational in the buildup to the fight.
Ford lands with an overhand left.
Ford throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Ford throws a one two combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ford uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tomcic has time to react.
Tomcic with a jab.
Ford pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tomcic misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Ford cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tomcic misses with a kick to the body.
Ford tries a head kick but it misses.
Tomcic with a nice cross.#T2#
Tomcic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ford stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Tomcic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ford connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tomcic momentarily.
Tomcic is looking to wear down Ford with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ford connects with a high kick.
Tomcic tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Ford counters with a right hand to the body.
Tomcic blocks a jab.
Ford pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ford throws a head kick that half lands. #ROC2#Tomcic is rocked!
Landon Ford is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ford lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Oh Tomcic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tomcic will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Tomcic looks to score with a jab to the body but Ford is just out of range.
Tomcic throws a head kick but Ford moves out of range.
Tomcic throws a lazy uppercut
and Ford counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Ford! Tomcic is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Landon Ford!
Landon Ford seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: RRFC 54: Gunn vs Pandens     
Date:   Sep 05, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tomcic lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tomovic throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tomovic throws a nice looking combination but Tomcic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A big right from Tomovic misses.
Tomcic tries a head kick but it misses.
As Tomcic backs off Tomovic throws a huge counter combo but Tomcic manages to avoid it all.#CL#
Tomcic forces Tomovic back against the cage and clinches.
Tomcic pushes Tomovic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomovic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tomcic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomcic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomcic misses with a hook to the ribs.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomcic.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomcic.
Tomovic fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Tomcic cracks Tomovic with a nice body shot.
Tomovic looks winded!
Tomovic is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Tomcic to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Tomcic turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Tomcic manages to end up in side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Tomcic wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tomovic, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Tomcic has hold of Tomovic's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Tomovic tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Tomcic cranks the arm and Tomovic screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Tomovic, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Vladimir Tomcic!
Vladimir Tomcic managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Conviction, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: RRFC 51: Anthony vs Neil     
Date:   Aug 15, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
Tomcic misses the body punch
and Pandens counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tomcic shoots in for a takedown but Pandens shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Pandens throws a hook but Tomcic blocks it.
A head kick by Tomcic misses
and Pandens counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Vladimir Tomcic has been cut.
Tomcic misses with a right hand
and Pandens counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomcic. Pandens does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomcic tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic scores with a nice head shot.
Tomcic tries to clinch
and Pandens counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vladimir Tomcic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomcic lands with a cross. #T1#
Pandens waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomcic.#CL#
Tomcic gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tomcic tries to work over Pandens's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pandens blocks a body shot from Tomcic. #BC2#
Pandens pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tomcic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pandens.
Tomcic looks to clinch
and Pandens counters with a stiff right hand.
Tomcic scores with a jab to the body.
Pandens has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Tomcic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Pandens counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tomcic lands with a thumping leg kick.
Pandens blocks a head kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Azriel Pandens is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Tomcic connects with the punch.
Tomcic finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tomcic misses with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pandens! But no joy.
Tomcic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tomcic misses with a hook to the body
and Pandens counters with a straight right hand.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick
and Pandens counters with a stiff right hand.
Tomcic misses with a right hand
and Tomcic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Tomcic throws a lazy head kick
and Tomcic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tomcic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pandens.
Tomcic throws an off balance right hand
and Pandens counters with a stiff right hand.
Tomcic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pandens.
Pandens swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
Pandens is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tomcic had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
A low kick from Tomcic misses
and Pandens counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tomcic fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Pandens on the side of the head.
Tomcic misses with a straight right.
Tomcic lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Tomcic motions for Pandens to come forward. Tomcic throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tomcic ducks under a wild hook from Pandens.#T4#
Nice uppercut lands for Tomcic. That snapped Pandens's head back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pandens takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tomcic tries to clinch up but Pandens circles away and keeps his distance.
Pandens looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A low kick from Tomcic misses
and Pandens counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tomcic tries to clinch but Pandens moves out of range.
Pandens throws a head kick that misses
and Tomcic counters with an outside leg kick.
Pandens misses with a hook.#CL#
Tomcic gets a clinch.
Tomcic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Nice body punch from Tomcic - that landed with a thud.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Azriel Pandens will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Tomcic's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Nice shot lands for Tomcic.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Pandens moves out of range easily.
Tomcic swinging wildly here.
Tomcic throws a series of punches but Pandens moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pandens! But no joy.
The fighters circling - Tomcic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pandens swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pandens paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic lands a nice shot that snaps Pandens's head back.
It looks like Tomcic has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick
and Pandens counters with a straight right hand.
Tomcic throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Pandens counters with a nice uppercut.
Tomcic misses with a takedown attempt
and Pandens counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pandens 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.#T1#
Tomcic misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Pandens counters with a stiff right hand.
Tomcic throws a lazy head kick
and Pandens connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#Tomcic is rocked!
Tomcic fails with the takedown#KD2#
and Pandens counters with a crisp right hand that drops Tomcic! Pandens lets Tomcic back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Oh Tomcic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick
and Pandens counters with a right hand from hell and Tomcic is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Azriel Pandens!
Azriel Pandens spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

 

Event: RRFC 46: Bohizdar vs Budinha     
Date:   Jul 11, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Wood throws a shot from downtown. Tomcic moves away and avoids it.
Tomcic has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Wood throws a series of punches but Tomcic moves out of range.
Tomcic throws out a leg kick but Wood moves out of range and Tomcic only half commits.
Wood uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomcic.
Wood throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tomcic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wood throws out the jab.
Tomcic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tomcic lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tomcic tries a head kick but it misses.
Tomcic takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tomcic turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tomcic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tomcic lands with a good body shot.
Tomcic fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Wood.
Wood with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomcic checks the leg kick nicely there. #CL#
Tomcic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tomcic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wood misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tomcic.
Tomcic lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1#
Tomcic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomcic throws a punch but it's blocked by Wood.
Wood blocks a body shot from Tomcic.
Tomcic misses with a punch on the inside.
Wood misses with a knee to the head.
Tomcic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wood backwards.
Wood throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Wood creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Tomcic presses Wood against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tomcic throws a head punch that misses.
Tomcic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomcic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wood throws a knee to the head but misses.
Tomcic cracks Wood with a nice body shot.
Wood's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short right from Tomcic on the inside.
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Wood throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Tomcic lands a body shot.
Wood using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tomcic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomcic. #T2#
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Nice body punch from Tomcic.
Tomcic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wood.
Wood throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #TD#
Tomcic ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Tomcic no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Tomcic keeping moving, preventing Wood from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Tomcic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Wood doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Wood manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Tomcic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Wood doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Wood manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Tomcic working for a triangle but Wood defends it easily. #T3#
Tomcic trying to control the position.
Wood is looking to stand up but Tomcic won't let him.
Tomcic controlling Wood's posture. #SU2#
Wood stands up from Tomcic's guard - Wood perhaps looking for a knockout.
Wood blocks a low kick nicely.
Wood misses with a head kick. #CL#
Tomcic closes the distance and pushes Wood back into the cage.#T4#
Tomcic misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomcic lands a hook that snaps the head of Wood backwards.
Wood tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Tomcic misses with a body punch.
Tomcic lands with a left to the head.
Tomcic lands a left hand.
Tomcic lands a shoulder strike.
Wood tries a knee to the head but Tomcic blocks it.
Tomcic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomcic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wood.
Wood looks winded!
Tomcic goes for a takedown attempt but Wood pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomcic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tomcic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wood misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Danny Wood is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wood misses with a double jab.
Tomcic is looking to counter punch.
Wood throws a series of punches but Tomcic moves out of range.
Wood throws a poor cross that misses
and Tomcic counters with a low kick, right behind Wood 's knee.
Tomcic connects with a leg kick.
Tomcic tries a head kick but it misses.
Tomcic misses with a hook to the body
and Wood counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL#
Tomcic instigates a clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomcic.
Wood throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tomcic blocks it with crossed arms.
Tomcic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wood backwards.
Tomcic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wood can do to turn this around?
Tomcic lands a left hand. #TD#
Tomcic gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Tomcic pushing down on Wood's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tomcic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Tomcic seems to be working for a kimura but Wood defends the submission attempt.
Tomcic trying to control the action but Wood is working from the bottom.
Tomcic stops Wood from getting back to his feet. #T1##SUB#
Tomcic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Tomcic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Wood has managed to free his arm - good work.
Wood has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Tomcic is trying to work for a kimura but Wood is defending well.
Wood trying to control but Tomcic postures up.
Wood wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Tomcic is working for a submission of some sort.
Wood is trying to control but can't. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Tomcic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wood is just riding it out for now. Tomcic eventually gives up the hold.
Wood is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Tomcic looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Tomcic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3##SUB#
Tomcic is trying to work for a kimura but Wood is defending well. #SUB#
Tomcic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wood doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tomcic. #SUB#
Tomcic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Wood keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Wood is looking to control Tomcic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wood avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Wood is defending against the submission attempts here by Tomcic. #SUB#
Tomcic seems to be looking for submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wood on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Tomcic attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Wood takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wood tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tomcic is able to avoid easily.
Wood swings for the body but Tomcic moves out of range.
Tomcic walks into a jab.
Wood misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tomcic shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Wood but Wood pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Wood on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Wood gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tomcic.
Tomcic on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Wood. Wood obviously looking to wear him down. #CL#
Tomcic clinches with his opponent.
Tomcic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomcic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomcic dodges an elbow strike from Wood.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomcic.
Tomcic lands a shot to the body.
Tomcic lands a hook that snaps the head of Wood backwards.
Tomcic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Tomcic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#ROC#Wood is rocked!
Wood with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Wood is still on wobbly legs! Can Tomcic finish him?
Tomcic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wood's elbow.
Tomcic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomcic lands a left hand.
Tomcic pushes Wood against the cage. Tomcic is working some dirty boxing. Tomcic pushes off with a quick right hook! Wood goes down! Wood tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Tomcic moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vladimir Tomcic!
After the fight, Vladimir Tomcic was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: RRFC 42: The Kings     
Date:   Jun 13, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tomcic is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sanchez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tomcic throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Sanchez lands a right hook to the body.
Tomcic scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sanchez cracks Tomcic with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tomcic tries a head kick but it misses.
Tomcic takes one on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Vladimir Tomcic has been cut.
Tomcic takes one to the chin there.
Sanchez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomcic manages to avoid it.
Sanchez throws a body punch but Tomcic moves out of range.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sanchez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomcic looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tomcic misses with a jab to the body
and Sanchez counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomcic with a poor takedown
and Sanchez counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
An inside leg kick from Tomcic misses.
Tomcic fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Sanchez doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Tomcic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tomcic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tomcic takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T1#
Good exchange - Sanchez coming out on top.
Tomcic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A big right from Tomcic misses.
Tomcic doesn't manage to clinch there - Sanchez circles away.
Tomcic loads up on a big right hand but Sanchez slips the punch.
Tomcic tries to clinch up but Sanchez circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Tomcic clinches.
Sanchez gets through Tomcic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Sanchez tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Tomcic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Tomcic can't find room to land a body shot as Sanchez controls the action.
I was talking to Tomcic's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Tomcic throws a punch but it's blocked by Sanchez.
Tomcic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomcic misses with a knee to the head.
Sanchez prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tomcic struggles to land a body shot inside as Sanchez controls his hands.
Tomcic swings wildly with an uppercut but Sanchez uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Sanchez tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A head punch on the inside from Tomcic fails to land.
Tomcic pushes Sanchez back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomcic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sanchez throws an elbow that misses.
Tomcic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sanchez misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Sanchez - that landed with a thud.
Sanchez lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Tomcic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sanchez lands a shot to the body.
Sanchez using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tomcic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Tomcic working aggressively here.
Sanchez lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tomcic is leaning against Sanchez and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Sanchez lands an uppercut.
Tomcic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sanchez can't find room to land a body shot as Tomcic controls the action.
Sanchez throws an elbow that misses.
A short right from Sanchez on the inside.
Tomcic misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Tomcic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sanchez or not.
Sanchez lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Sanchez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomcic blocking some punches.
Sanchez misses with some punches.
Tomcic lands a right hand.
Tomcic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomcic is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Sanchez lands with a left to the head.
A short right from Tomcic.
Sanchez lands with a left to the head.
Sanchez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sanchez's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sanchez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomcic lands with a right to the head.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Sanchez takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short uppercut from Tomcic.
Sanchez throws a knee to the head but misses.
Sanchez pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Sanchez swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Tomcic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sanchez can't find room to land a body shot as Tomcic controls the action.
Tomcic misses with a knee to the head.
Good body shot from Tomcic.
Tomcic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sanchez lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
Sanchez works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Sanchez struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomcic controls his hands.
Sanchez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomcic's elbow.
Sanchez lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Sanchez.
Sanchez can't find room to land a body shot as Tomcic controls the action.
Tomcic tries to throw a body punch but Sanchez avoids it by throwing Tomcic back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Sanchez scores with a nice short uppercut.
Sanchez stalling the fight.
Sanchez lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sanchez presses Tomcic against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Sanchez lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sanchez looking to throw knees to the head but Tomcic is blocking nicely.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sanchez looking to throw knees to the head but Tomcic is blocking nicely.
Tomcic using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Sanchez has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Sanchez dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Tomcic's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tomcic fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sanchez checks it well.
Tomcic throws a right hand that misses
letting Sanchez counter with a right hand.
Tomcic pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sanchez is out of range and Tomcic settles back down.
Sanchez lands a right hook to the body.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and Sanchez moves out of range easily.
Sanchez defending well as Tomcic loads up on a big left hand.
Tomcic throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Sanchez to counter with a crisp jab.
Tomcic looks to clinch
and Sanchez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tomcic throws a head kick but Sanchez moves out of range.
Tomcic connects with a leg kick.
A low kick from Tomcic misses
letting Sanchez counter with a right hand.
Tomcic throws a leg kick
and Sanchez counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomcic takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#ROC2#Tomcic is rocked!
Tomcic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Oh Tomcic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tomcic walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Sanchez swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Tim Sanchez!
Tim Sanchez thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: RRFC 40: Weeks vs Diaz     
Date:   May 23, 2020
#R1#
Brady scores with a one two! Tomcic had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT2#
It looks like Vladimir Tomcic has been cut.
Brady takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Brady needs to keep his hands up - Tomcic had a free shot at his head there.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Brady scores with a punch to the head.
Tomcic connects with a body shot that sends Brady's belly button to the back.
An inside leg kick lands from Tomcic.
Tomcic lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brady fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomcic manages to avoid it.
Brady avoids the head kick by Tomcic.
Brady is looking for the big counter here.
Tomcic throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Brady on the wrong end of a nice jab.#TD2#
Brady looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Tomcic!
Brady wants to control but Tomcic is keeping him busy.
Tomcic tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Brady in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
A lull in the action here.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Tomcic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Tomcic tries to improve position but can't.
Tomcic struggling a bit here.
Brady scoring with punches and elbows.
Brady trying to control the position but Tomcic is working away.
Tomcic tries to buck Brady off but Brady is having none of it.
Brady is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Tomcic's shoulder. That is not cool. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
You can see the frustration on Tomcic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Tomcic is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brady tries to move to mount but Tomcic blocks the move with his legs.
Brady cracks Tomcic with a big elbow.
Brady trying to control the position but Tomcic is working away.
Brady is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A lull in the action here.
Brady creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Tomcic sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T3#
Tomcic tries to improve position but can't.
A lull in the action here.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Brady scores with punches from side control.
Tomcic taking punishment in the form of punches.
Tomcic tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tomcic is trying to work for a sweep but Brady has mounted him!
Brady looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tomcic working to try and regain half guard. #T4#
Tomcic sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Brady is controlling the pace.
Tomcic has a hand on Brady's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Brady takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Tomcic tries to hold on but Brady postures up.
Brady wants to control the pace but Tomcic is squirming around nicely.
Brady avoids the attempt from Tomcic to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Myles Brady will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Tomcic's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Brady looks to throw the jab but Tomcic is out of range.
Brady lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
No joy there for Brady, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tomcic with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tomcic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Vladimir Tomcic is winning the standup battle so far.
Brady throws a series of punches but Tomcic moves out of range.
Tomcic blocks a jab.
Tomcic connects with an inside leg kick.
Tomcic scoring well with a low kick there.
Tomcic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Brady takes a swing at Tomcic's ribcage but misses.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Brady moves away from the strike by Tomcic.
Brady lands a nice shot to the body.
Brady shoots in for a takedown but Tomcic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Brady misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tomcic lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tomcic lands with an uppercut that bounces Brady off the cage and back into range.#ROC#
Brady is rocked!#CL2#
Brady closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Brady is still on wobbly legs! Can Tomcic finish him?
Tomcic is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tomcic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Brady seems to have recovered his senses.#T1#
Tomcic can't find room to land a body shot as Brady controls the action.
Tomcic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Brady backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomcic.
Brady blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomcic misses with a punch to the body.
I was talking to Tomcic's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Tomcic misses with a body punch.
Brady blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Tomcic.
Tomcic misses with some punches.
Tomcic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomcic misses with a punch to the body.
Tomcic lands with a right to the head.
A right hand to the body from Tomcic.
Tomcic stops a takedown attempt from Brady.
Vladimir Tomcic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Myles Brady.
Brady wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T2#
Tomcic misses with a punch to the body.
Brady swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomcic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Brady blocking some punches. #TD2#
Brady is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Tomcic can't fight it off and eventually Brady manages to take the fight to the floor. Tomcic looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brady engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Tomcic looking for subs off his back but Brady has passed one foot through into half guard.
Tomcic tries to get to full guard but Brady has control of the leg. #T3#
Tomcic is trying to maintain the position but Brady is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Tomcic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Brady pulls his head out easily.
Brady sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Tomcic is looking for a sweep. Brady is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#ES#
Tomcic has one foot on Brady's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Brady avoids the head kick by Tomcic.
Brady throws a right and a left that both miss.#T4#
Tomcic scoring well with a low kick there.
Brady shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tomcic pinned against the cage. Tomcic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Brady fails to land with a series of punches.
Brady lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tomcic circles away quickly and effectively.
Vladimir Tomcic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tomcic swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Brady.
Tomcic moves away from the strike by Brady.
Good shot there by Tomcic.
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!
Tomcic takes a swing at Brady's ribcage but misses.
Brady cracks Tomcic with a good jab.
Tomcic looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Brady fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Brady bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tomcic's head.
Tomcic stuffs the takedown.
Brady is breathing heavily.
Tomcic fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Brady takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Brady's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tomcic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Brady moves out of range of the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Brady on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Tomcic'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. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Brady scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES#
Tomcic explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Myles Brady is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Brady.
Tomcic tried to counter with a leg kick but Brady avoided it.
Brady ducks right into an uppercut from Tomcic.
BOOM! Tomcic lands a beautiful left hook that drops Brady. Brady tries to recover but Tomcic is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Brady lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vladimir Tomcic!
Vladimir Tomcic managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Iron Wolf Discount Supplements (Q159/$100, Laundry, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: RRFC Fight Night 29     
Date:   Apr 18, 2020
#R1#
Gunn thuds a left hand into Tomcic's body.
Donk. Tomcic catches Gunn right on the button with a cross.
Gunn misses with a takedown attempt - Tomcic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tomcic connects with a solid leg kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomcic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Gunn changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gunn lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tomcic at a distance.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tomcic swings widly with a right hand
and Tomcic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gunn displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomcic throws out the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gunn! But no joy.
Tomcic just misses with a punch to the body.
A low kick from Tomcic is predictable there
and Gunn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomcic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Gunn fails to land with a series of punches.
A clash of legs there as Gunn blocks the low kick.
Gunn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tomcic has time to react.
Nice defenses there by Tomcic.
It looked like Tomcic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Gunn.#T1#
Gunn connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tomcic tries a low kick but Gunn avoids it.
Vladimir Tomcic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tomcic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomcic circles away from the clinch attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomcic. Gunn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomcic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gunn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheers as Tomcic lands an impressive looking overhand right. Gunn doesn't seem phased though.
Gunn is looking to clinch.
Gunn connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tomcic's hands.
Gunn scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Gunn connects with the punch.
Tomcic takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomcic misses the body punch
and Gunn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tomcic swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gunn.
Tomcic throws a front kick aimed at Gunn's knee but Gunn avoids it well.
Tomcic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tomcic tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Gunn connects with a body shot.
Tomcic misses with a wild body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tomcic.
Tomcic moves away from the strike by Gunn.
Gunn is looking to clinch but Tomcic is avoiding it.
Tomcic throws out a loose jab but Gunn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gunn let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tomcic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Gunn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A head kick misses from Gunn.
Gunn keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A combination from Tomcic does no damage.
Tomcic takes a swing at Gunn's ribcage but misses.
Gunn lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gunn keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tomcic throws a leg kick
and Gunn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gunn paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Gunn wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Gunn defending well as Tomcic loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
A lazy left from Gunn finds it's target.
Gunn has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tomcic connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tomcic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gunn was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomcic.
Tomcic slips a straight right by Gunn.
A jab lands there for Gunn.
Gunn scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tomcic in his tracks.
Tomcic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gunn moves away.
Tomcic will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tomcic.
Tomcic stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tomcic misses with a hook.
Gunn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tomcic thinks about countering with a head kick.
Gunn fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tomcic fires out a quick counter leg kick but Gunn just manages to avoid it.
Gunn with a hook.
Gunn thuds a left hand into Tomcic's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good shot there by Gunn.
Gunn feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tomcics jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#
It looks like Vladimir Tomcic has been cut.
Gunn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomcic.#T4#
Gunn checks a leg kick.
Tomcic misses with a head kick.
Gunn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomcic was well out of range. Poor timing from Gunn.
Gunn scores with a body shot.
Tomcic just misses with a punch to the body.
Gunn scores with a hook.
Gunn lands a slapping body shot.
Gunn throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tomcic counters with an outside leg kick.
Gunn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomcic.
Nice body punch from Gunn.
Gunn lands a right hook to the body.
Gunn pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tomcic paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jab, jab by Gunn - just one landing.
Tomcic throws a leg kick
and Gunn counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Gunn checks the leg kick.
Gunn lands with a nice body punch.
Tomcic is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Gunn misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rex Gunn dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Tomcic's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Gunn looks to land a left hand but Tomcic moved out of range nicely.
Gunn displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomcic throws out the jab.
Gunn checks the leg kick.
Gunn scores with a hook to the body. Tomcic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Good standup being displayed there by Gunn as he connects with a hook.
Gunn is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Gunn connects with a looping right hand.
Gunn stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tomcic.
Tomcic takes one on the button.
Tomcic lands a glancing blow to the side of Gunn's head.
Gunn lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice shot by Tomcic.
Gunn with a hook.#ROC2#
Tomcic is rocked!
Gunn throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Oh Tomcic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Gunn lands the left hand.
Gunn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tomcic has time to react.
Gunn throws a body shot but no joy.
Gunn throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tomcic stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tomcic lands a jab to Gunn's midsection.#T1#
Tomcic throws a front kick aimed at Gunn's knee but Gunn avoids it well.
Gunn fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tomcic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nice shot by Gunn.
Tomcic with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Gunn to score with a decent uppercut.
Tomcic gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Gunn gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Tomcic is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rex Gunn!
Rex Gunn decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: RRFC 32: Bennett vs Haggar II     
Date:   Mar 21, 2020
#R1#
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses.
Brooks shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Tomcic eats them both and turns towards Brooks to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Brooks has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Crapollas Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Tomcic lands a high kick!
Tomcic fails to land with a series of punches.
Brooks throws a head kick that misses
and Tomcic counters with a low kick, right behind Brooks 's knee.
Tomcic shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tomcic swings for the body but Brooks moves out of range.
Brooks takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Brooks steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tomcic. That one must have hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomcic takes one to the side of the head.
Tomcic connects with a body shot.
Brooks throws a head kick that misses.
Brooks takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Brooks lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomcic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Brooks finds it's way round the side to connect with Tomcic's head.
Tomcic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Brooks.
Brooks throws a sloppy head kick and Tomcic moves out of range easily. #T1##CL2#
Brooks tries to keep at a distance but Tomcic has taken the fight into the clinch.
Brooks is trying to force a seperation but Tomcic has the dominant position.#BC#
Brooks escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tomcic looks to score with a jab to the body but Brooks is just out of range.
Brooks lands a jab.
Brooks checks a leg kick.
Brooks tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A bone on bone clash there as Brooks blocks the leg kick.
It looked like Brooks was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Brooks throws a head kick that misses.
Brooks misses with the combination.
Brooks missing with a left hand there. Tomcic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tomcic throws a body shot but no joy.
Brooks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Brooks ducks under a wild hook from Tomcic.
Tomcic thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Brooks lands a nice looking body kick.
A head kick from Tomcic lands but Brooks takes it in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brooks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Brooks throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL2#
Tomcic moves into the clinch.
Tomcic keeps control of Brooks as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Brooks wants to break the clinch but can't.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomcic. #BC#
Brooks pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tomcic throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Brooks scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Tomcic moves forwards but Brooks connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tomcic takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Brooks misses with a hook. Tomcic ducked under it nicely.
Brooks throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tomcic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Brooks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomcic manages to avoid it.
Tomcic jabs Brooks to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
Nice body punch from Tomcic.
Brooks moves forwards but Tomcic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tomcic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomcic. Brooks does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Brooks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tomcic.
Tomcic is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Brooks rather than just go for the knockout.
Tomcic scores with a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Brooks as he connects with a hook.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses.
Brooks thinks about countering with a body kick.
Brooks throws a head kick that misses.
Tomcic connects with a body shot.
Brooks looks to land a right hand but Tomcic moved out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomcic misses with a wild body shot.
Brooks throws a lazy right hand but Tomcic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Tomcic clinches up with Brooks and pushes him back against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brooks is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Tomcic lands with a left to the head. #T4#
Tomcic misses with a body punch.
Tomcic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Brooks's elbow.
Brooks tries to circle away but Tomcic has him pinned against the cage.
Brooks is trying to force a seperation but Tomcic has the dominant position.
Tomcic is leaning against Brooks and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Brooks tries to break the clinch but Tomcic is controlling the position.
Brooks slows down the pace here.
Tomcic misses with some punches.
Tomcic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomcic looking to throw knees to the head but Brooks is blocking nicely.
Brooks on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Brooks has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Brooks wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Tomcic throws a body punch but Brooks moves out of range.
Brooks swinging wildly here.
Brooks pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tomcic with a hook.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brooks throws a push kick but Tomcic slaps the foot to one side.
Tomcic lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Brooks throws a shot from downtown. Tomcic moves away and avoids it.
Tomcic misses with a leg kick.
Tomcic lands a brutal head kick. Brooks looks out on his feet and Tomcic throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Vladimir Tomcic!
Vladimir Tomcic managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Iron Wolf Discount Supplements (Q159/$200, Laundry, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: RRFC 29: Shabazz vs Kholin     
Date:   Feb 22, 2020
#R1#
Tomcic closes this distance looking for a takedown but O'Neil circles away.
Tomcic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tomcic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but O'Neil was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomcic.
O'Neil throws a leg kick that misses.
O'Neil tries to move into range but Tomcic moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've been hearing reports that Tomcic has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
O'Neil misses with a body shot.
O'Neil misses with a straight right. #CL#
Tomcic moves into the clinch.
Tomcic changes levels and goes for a takedown here. O'Neil fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tomcic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tomcic throws a quick head kick that skims the top of O'Neil's head.
Tomcic scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
O'Neil cracks a nice hook into Tomcic's ribs.
Tomcic fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tomcic blocks a head kick by O'Neil.
O'Neil throws a head kick that misses.
Vladimir Tomcic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
O'Neil fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tomcic checks it well.
Mickey O'Neil is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Tomcic fails with an attempt to clinch.
O'Neil feints a counter leg kick.
Tomcic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tomcic avoids the body shot from O'Neil.
O'Neil swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomcic.
O'Neil looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tomcic misses with a wild body shot.
Tomcic throws a push kick but O'Neil slaps the foot to one side.
Tomcic chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before O'Neil can pounce on him.
A jab from Tomcic misses.
Tomcic doesn't manage to clinch there - O'Neil circles away.
Tomcic is looking to clinch.
O'Neil looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomcic is just out of range.#CL#
Tomcic has O'Neil up against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for O'Neil.
Tomcic struggles to land a body shot inside as O'Neil controls his hands.
O'Neil blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
O'Neil lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tomcic or not.
O'Neil misses with a body punch.
Tomcic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomcic drops down looking for an ankle pick but O'Neil pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Tomcic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tomcic shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as O'Neil sprawls well. O'Neil wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tomcic gets slowly back to his feet.
Tomcic tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but O'Neil swivels and escapes.
Tomcic dodges the punch combination from O'Neil. #CL#
O'Neil tries to keep at a distance but Tomcic has taken the fight into the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomcic has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. O'Neil avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, O'Neil scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomcic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomcic tries for a takedown but O'Neil manages to get underhooks.
Tomcic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
O'Neil softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
Tomcic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomcic tries to work over O'Neil's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomcic lands with a light punch inside.
Tomcic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
O'Neil is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
O'Neil prevents a body shot from Tomcic.
O'Neil softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomcic misses with an elbow strike.
Tomcic wants a takedown but no success here.
O'Neil lands with a short shot to the head. #TD#
Tomcic has clasped his hands together around O'Neil's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB#
Tomcic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. O'Neil knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Tomcic trying to control the position but O'Neil is working away.
O'Neil wants to control but Tomcic postures up.#T4#
O'Neil keeping his opponent close.
Tomcic works to advance to full mount. O'Neil defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
O'Neil is looking to improve his position but Tomcic isn't that keen on the idea.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Tomcic is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But O'Neil has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from O'Neil!
Tomcic looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but O'Neil puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
O'Neil is thwarting Tomcic's attempts to control the position.
O'Neil not doing much here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Vladimir Tomcic will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
O'Neil blocks a jab.
O'Neil lands a nice hook to Tomcic's body. Tomcic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
O'Neil scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tomcic tries to clinch up but O'Neil circles away and keeps his distance.
O'Neil throws a body punch but Tomcic moves out of range.
Tomcic tries to clinch up but O'Neil circles away and keeps his distance.
O'Neil throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tomcic swings away with a body shot that misses
and O'Neil counters with a stiff right hand.
Tomcic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomcic throws a sloppy head kick and O'Neil moves out of range easily.
Mickey O'Neil seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tomcic fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Tomcic shoots in and bounces O'Neil off the cage to secure the 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!
Tomcic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. O'Neil is keeping the position for now. #T1#
O'Neil bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tomcic's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Tomcic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. O'Neil doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. O'Neil manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tomcic wants to improve his position but instead O'Neil has moved into half guard.
Tomcic is looking for a sweep. O'Neil is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Tomcic is working hard here to advance position.
Tomcic works his way to full guard. Good work.
O'Neil preventing the sweep.
O'Neil wants to pass the guard but Tomcic is keeping the position.
O'Neil stands and throws Tomcic's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Tomcic tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but O'Neil wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tomcic manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Tomcic actively working from the bottom here.
Tomcic wants to improve his position but O'Neil is controlling well. #T3#
O'Neil is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Tomcic moves into full guard.
We've been informed that O'Neil has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
O'Neil trying to control but Tomcic is working from the bottom.
Tomcic 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##SUB#
Tomcic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. O'Neil doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tomcic. #T4#
O'Neil is controlling Tomcic's trapped leg to prevent Tomcic from advancing to side control.
Tomcic is looking to take a break and control but O'Neil is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Tomcic seems to be working for a kimura but O'Neil defends the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tomcic is thwarting O'Neil's attempts to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Mickey O'Neil 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#
Tomcic connects with an inside leg kick.
Tomcic connects with a body shot.
O'Neil misses with a body shot.
O'Neil needs to keep his hands up - Tomcic had a free shot at his head there.#TD#
Tomcic shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Tomcic showed some decent athleticism there.
Tomcic is trying to control the action in half guard but O'Neil is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O'Neil manages to get to full guard.
O'Neil is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Tomcic works a leg free and moves into half guard.
O'Neil is not content to let Tomcic control the position.#SUB#
Tomcic is looking for submissions but instead, O'Neil has regained full guard.
Vladimir Tomcic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
O'Neil looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tomcic is one step ahead there.
O'Neil is pulling down on Tomcic's head. It's preventing any offense from Tomcic, at least for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now O'Neil is on top in guard. #REVB##T2#
Tomcic looking for a sweep. Not yet Tomcic, not yet. #SUB#
Tomcic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
O'Neil's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Tomcic working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. O'Neil doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. O'Neil manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
O'Neil looking to pass the guard. #T3#
O'Neil looking to sit in guard and control but Tomcic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Tomcic trying to control the position from guard on top but O'Neil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
O'Neil is pulling down on Tomcic's head to control his posture.
Tomcic wants to control from the top but O'Neil keeps moving. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Tomcic drops back, looking for a kneebar! O'Neil looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. O'Neil looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from O'Neil! #REVB#
Tomcic has one of O'Neil's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Tomcic is trying to get back to half guard.
Tomcic is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on O'Neil's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tomcic wants to control but O'Neil is keeping busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vladimir Tomcic showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tomcic 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vladimir Tomcic!

Vladimir Tomcic gave a mention to Iron Wolf Discount Supplements (Q159/$200, Laundry in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: RRFC 26: Bennett vs Webb     
Date:   Jan 25, 2020
#R1#
Tomcic chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tomcic throws a jab when Silva was well out of range.
Silva throws a nice looking combination but Tomcic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Silva misses with a wild combination.
Tomcic turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Silva wants to clinch up but Tomcic keeps it at a distance.
Tomcic swings for the body but Silva moves out of range.
Silva has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Silva takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Silva moves to clinch but Tomcic breaks away
and Tomcic counters with a left to the body.
Silva fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #KD#
Tomcic drops Silva with a nice combination! Tomcic dives into Silva's guard, looking to finish!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silva keeping full guard, as Tomcic tries to pass.
Tomcic pushing down on Silva's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tomcic is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Silva tries to get to full guard but Tomcic has control of the leg. #SUB#
Tomcic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T1#
Tomcic passes to full mount!
Silva tries to hold on but Tomcic postures up.#SUB#
Tomcic working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Tomcic landing strikes from the mount and Silva is in trouble!
Tomcic postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Silva looks a forlorn figure. #SUB#
Tomcic is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Silva to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Silva shrugs it off. #SUB#
Tomcic moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Silva has worked his arm free - good work by Silva!
Silva is trying to control Tomcic's posture but Tomcic avoids it. #T2##SUB#
Tomcic tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Tomcic is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Silva will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Silva tries to bench press Tomcic off him but Tomcic keeps the position.
Silva wants to control but Tomcic postures up.#SUB#
Tomcic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Silva knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
You can see the frustration on Silva's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3##SUB#
Tomcic thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
You can see the frustration on Silva's face as Tomcic controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silva is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tomcic's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Tomcic trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Silva is defending against the submission attempts here by Tomcic. #SUB#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Silva defends it well.
Silva is pressing down on Tomcic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tomcic trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Silva manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB2#
Silva is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Tomcic is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Tomcic has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB#
Tomcic drops back, looking for a kneebar! Silva looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Silva looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Silva! #REVB#
Tomcic is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Tomcic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Nice jab there from Silva.
Tomcic works the jab nicely.
Tomcic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Silva.
Tomcic circles away from the clinch attempt.
Silva moves in looking to clinch but Tomcic pushes him off.
Tomcic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Silva counters with a right hand to the body. #TD#
Tomcic shoots in and gets a takedown into Silva's guard.
Silva keeping moving, preventing Tomcic from controlling successfully.
Silva keeping full guard, as Tomcic tries to pass. #SUB#
Tomcic drops back, looking for a kneebar! Silva looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Silva looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Silva! #REVB#
Tomcic tries to buck Silva off but Silva is having none of it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomcic can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Tomcic sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Tomcic makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tomcic.
Tomcic seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Tomcic throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tomcic keeping moving, preventing Silva from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Tomcic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Silva can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Silva wants to control from the top but Tomcic keeps moving.
Tomcic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Silva can do to turn this around?
Tomcic seems keen to control Silva's posture.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Tomcic looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Silva passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Silva wants to work for an arm triangle but Tomcic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Silva is keen to just control but Tomcic is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Silva wants to work for an arm triangle but Tomcic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Silva trying to work for an americana but Tomcic has managed to regain full guard.
Silva trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Tomcic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Vladimir Tomcic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Silva stands and throws Tomcic's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Tomcic is trying to control Silva's posture but Silva avoids it.
Tomcic manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Tomcic prevents Silva from improving his position.
Silva gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silva keeping moving, preventing Tomcic from controlling successfully.
Tomcic stands up over Silva, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Tomcic postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Silva is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Tomcic, into his guard. #REVB#
Tomcic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T4##SUB#
Silva has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Tomcic to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Silva is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Tomcic pulls down on the head and he's put Silva to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Vladimir Tomcic!
After winning the bout, Vladimir Tomcic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: RRFC 23: Pandens vs Tomcic     
Date:   Jan 04, 2020
#R1#
Pandens moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Pandens looks for the body kick but Tomcic saw that one coming.
Tomcic slips under a jab.
Pandens punishes Tomcic's body with a nice straight punch.
Tomcic avoids the head kick by Pandens.
Tomcic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD2#
Tomcic feints and as Pandens raises his hands in defense, Tomcic changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Tomcic trying to control but Pandens is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Tomcic drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Pandens dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Pandens tries to stand but Tomcic is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
Tomcic throws his legs up looking for a submission but Pandens uses it to pass to side control.
Tomcic is looking for a sweep.
Pandens knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tomcic on the ground.#T1#
Tomcic manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Tomcic seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Tomcic is working for a kimura but Pandens is defending it quite comfortably.
Tomcic is keen to just control but Pandens is a slippery customer.
Pandens is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Brotherhood MMA (16 ELITE COACHES), so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura here.
Tomcic wants to free his trapped foot but Pandens is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2##SUB2#
Tomcic is working for a kimura but Pandens is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Tomcic seems to be working for a kimura but Pandens defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Tomcic wants to work for an arm triangle but Pandens is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Tomcic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tomcic is trying to control. Pandens wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3##SUB2#
Tomcic is working for a kimura but Pandens is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Pandens is defending against the submission attempts here by Tomcic. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Tomcic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura but Pandens is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tomcic to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Tomcic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pandens wants to get back to his feet.
Tomcic is looking to stall here but Pandens recovers full guard.
Tomcic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Tomcic wants to pass the guard but Pandens is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tomcic trying to control the position from guard on top but Pandens is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Pandens keeps the fight on the outside.
Pandens slaps away a takedown attempt from Tomcic, before circling back to the center of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Vladimir Tomcic will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Tomcic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pandens scores with a three punch combo!
Pandens moves out of range as Tomcic strikes.
Tomcic misses with a hook.
Pandens lunges at Tomcic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tomcic's hand.
Pandens jabs Tomcic right on the nose. Tomcic blinks but takes it well.
Tomcic does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Tomcic with a hook.
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pandens paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD2#
Tomcic shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Pandens's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomcic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pandens swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tomcic is still trying to improve position.
Pandens is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Tomcic pushes down on Pandens's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Pandens is defending against the submission attempts here by Tomcic.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Well, if Tomcic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #SUB2#
Tomcic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pandens doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tomcic. #SUB2#
Tomcic is working for a submission of some sort. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Pandens tries to kick Tomcic off but Tomcic keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Pandens is staying active underneath Tomcic, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Tomcic is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Tomcic seems to be looking for submissions.
Tomcic trying to mount his opponent but Pandens defends it. #T3#
Pandens is staying active underneath Tomcic, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Pandens tries to kick Tomcic off but Tomcic keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Tomcic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pandens doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tomcic.
Pandens is trying to stand back up but Tomcic is controlling him #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Pandens lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pandens lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Pandens avoids a punch combination nicely. #T4#
Pandens slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Pandens feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Tomcic's calf.
Tomcic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tomcic throws a looping overhand right but Pandens ducks down to avoid it.
Pandens scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tomcic avoids the head kick by Pandens.
Good standup being displayed there by Pandens as he connects with a hook.
Jab, jab by Pandens - just one landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomcic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Pandens throws out a loose jab but Tomcic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pandens fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomcic manages to avoid it.
Tomcic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tomcic takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tomcic takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pandens fakes the leg kick and cracks Tomcic in the body.
Pandens scores with a kick to the midsection.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Azriel Pandens 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.
#R3#
Pandens circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tomcic tries to clinch up but Pandens circles away and keeps his distance.
Tomcic throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Pandens's waist but Pandens gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tomcic off to one side.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Pandens.
Tomcic tries to move into range but Pandens moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Pandens pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tomcic shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Pandens pinned against the cage. Pandens gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Pandens throwing a counter right hand but Tomcic manages to avoid it.
Azriel Pandens is winning the standup battle so far.
Pandens lands a head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic lands with an overhand left.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pandens.
Tomcic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pandens misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomcic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tomcic shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Pandens defends it nicely.
Azriel Pandens has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Tomcic.#T1#
Pandens connects with a body shot.
Pandens throws a head kick but Tomcic moves out of range.
Pandens keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomcic.
Tomcic shoots in looking for a takedown. Pandens tries to sprawl out of it but Tomcic keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Pandens manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Pandens throws a head kick but Tomcic moves out of range.
Tomcic tries to clinch up.
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
Pandens's corner calls for a 1-2. Pandens obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Pandens.
Tomcic walks into a jab.
Pandens slips a straight right by Tomcic.
Pandens scores with the left hand. Tomcic knows he should have avoided that one. #T2#
Pandens goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pandens throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Pandens darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Pandens scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tomcic on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Pandens throws a head kick that Tomcic semi-blocks.
Pandens lands a nice looking body shot.
Tomcic shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Pandens counter with a right hand.
Tomcic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tomcic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A big left from Tomcic misses.
Pandens cracks Tomcic with an open hand slap.
Pandens throws a head kick but Tomcic moves out of range.
Tomcic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tomcic 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.
Pandens digs a good hook to Tomcic's body.
Pandens throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Pandens changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A left lands for Pandens.#T3#
Tomcic rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pandens moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Pandens scores with a hook to the body. Tomcic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A decent looking cross lands there for Pandens.#TD2#
Tomcic closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tomcic lands in his opponent's guard.
Pandens wants to stand up but Tomcic is controlling him.
Pandens working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tomcic.
Pandens is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tomcic can do to turn this around?
Pandens wants to get back to his feet but Tomcic is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Tomcic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Tomcic trying to control but Pandens is working from the bottom.
Tomcic tries to free his leg and advance position but Pandens is retaining full guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Tomcic trying to control the position from guard on top but Pandens is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Pandens lands a glancing blow to the side of Tomcic's head.
Pandens throws a push kick but Tomcic slaps the foot to one side.
Tomcic has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tomcic stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tomcic fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomcic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pandens manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A big left from Tomcic misses.
Pandens thuds his shin into the meat of Tomcic's side.
Pandens takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Pandens moves away from the strike by Tomcic.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Azriel Pandens clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Pandens lands a head kick!
Pandens's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tomcic under the eye.
Tomcic tries to close the distance and clinch but Pandens swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pandens throws a head kick but Tomcic moves out of range.
Pandens swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Good standup being displayed there by Pandens as he connects with a hook.
Tomcic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Pandens connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tomcic scrambles back to his feet.
Tomcic doesn't manage to clinch there - Pandens circles away.
Pandens lands with a kick to the temple. Tomcic shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Tomcic has a takedown stuffed.
Pandens misses the jab.#TD2#
Tomcic closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Pandens quickly recovers to half guard.
Tomcic is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Tomcic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura but Pandens is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tomcic to get the leverage. #T1##SUB2#
Tomcic is working for a kimura but Pandens is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Pandens pushes Tomcic off looking to stand but Tomcic dives back in and keeps control. #SUB2#
Tomcic is trying to work for a kimura but Pandens is defending well.
Tomcic moves into full mount! Pandens won't be happy about that! #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pandens is squirming around, avoiding Tomcic's attempts to control the action.
Pandens has given up his back. #SUB2#
Tomcic tightening his grip on Pandens, looking for the choke. #SUB2#
Pandens defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #T3##SUB2#
Tomcic tightening his grip on Pandens, looking for the choke.
Vladimir Tomcic has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Tomcic working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Well, with Tomcic on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Pandens is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Tomcic is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #SUB2#
Tomcic is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Tomcic has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Pandens has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Good control from Tomcic.#SUB2#
Tomcic is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #SUB2#
Tomcic is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Pandens preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Tomcic.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Vladimir Tomcic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
Pandens lands an overhand right.
Tomcic finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Pandens plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Pandens throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tomcic throws a hook but Pandens avoids it easily.
Pandens blocks a head kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic tries to move into range but Pandens moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Pandens thuds his shin into the meat of Tomcic's side.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tomcic.
Pandens cracks Tomcic with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pandens lands with a right hand.
Pandens scores with a nice head shot.
Tomcic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Pandens connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tomcic scrambles back to his feet.
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!
Pandens checks a low kick from Tomcic.
Azriel Pandens is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Pandens throws the left hand but Tomcic avoids the punch easily.
Pandens lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Pandens moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Pandens smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Pandens throws a head kick that misses.
Tomcic moves out of range of the body kick.
Pandens lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tomcic will feel that in the morning.
Pandens circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pandens throws the left hand but Tomcic avoids the punch easily.
Pandens circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pandens cracks Tomcic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tomcic closes the distance and clinches up with Pandens, looking for a takedown. Tomcic pushes Pandens against the cage but Pandens circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Pandens lands with a cross.
Pandens misses with a hook. Tomcic ducked under it nicely.
Tomcic throws a right hand that misses
and Pandens counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pandens with a nice cross.#T2#
Pandens throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tomcic.
Tomcic slips a jab from Pandens.
Tomcic throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Pandens's waist but Pandens gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tomcic off to one side.
Azriel Pandens has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir Tomcic.
Tomcic is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Tomcic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pandens.
It seemed like Tomcic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pandens throws a nice outside leg kick.
Pandens jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pandens blocks a leg kick.
Pandens avoids the head kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic shoots in looking for a takedown but Pandens manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tomcic's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Pandens cracks Tomcic with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Pandens lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Pandens scores with a decent looking hook.#TD2#
Tomcic looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Pandens!#SUB2#
Tomcic tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tomcic has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T3##SUB2#
Tomcic tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tomcic has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sloppy strikes there by Tomcic.
Tomcic trying to control the position but Pandens is working away. #SUB2#
Tomcic is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pandens is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Tomcic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Tomcic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Pandens knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Pandens is not content to let Tomcic control the position. #SUB2#
Tomcic is trying to get an arm triangle but Pandens is defending well.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 48:47
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 48:47
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Azriel Pandens!

Azriel Pandens retains his featherweight title!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Azriel Pandens waved his t-shirt featuring Shadow-Battle Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: RRFC 21: Sir vs Ford     
Date:   Dec 21, 2019
#R1#
A combination from Wood does no damage. #CL#
Tomcic moves into the clinch.
Wood is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Wood wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tomcic has him pressed against the cage.
Wood prevents a body shot from Tomcic.
Tomcic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A frustrated look appears on Wood's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Wood tries to circle away but Tomcic has him pinned against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomcic.
Tomcic can't find room to land a body shot as Wood controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic tries to work over Wood's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomcic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomcic is trying to pull guard but Wood turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Tomcic fails to land.
Tomcic missing with knees to the body. #T1#
Wood avoiding damage as Tomcic throws knees to the body. #TD#
Tomcic drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
Tomcic is looking for a triangle but Wood pushes his legs off easily.
Wood would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Tomcic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Tomcic 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##SUB#
Tomcic is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Tomcic is working for a kimura but Wood is defending it quite comfortably. #T2##SUB#
Tomcic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Wood looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tomcic trying to mount his opponent but Wood defends it.
Wood is not content to let Tomcic control the position.#SUB#
Tomcic is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T3##SUB#
Tomcic wants to work for an arm triangle but Wood is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Tomcic seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Tomcic is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Tomcic is trying to work for a kimura but Wood is defending well. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tomcic is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Tomcic is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tomcic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wood swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Wood blocks a head kick by Tomcic.
Wood unleashes a big counter combination but Tomcic bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
No joy there for Tomcic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tomcic throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Wood's waist but Wood gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tomcic off to one side.
Tomcic misses with a body punch
and Wood cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Vladimir Tomcic has been cut.
Tomcic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wood can do to turn this around?#TD#
Wood gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomcic tries to free his leg and advance position but Wood is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Tomcic drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Wood manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tomcic has Wood in his guard.#REVB#
Wood is looking to stand up but Tomcic won't let him.
Tomcic wants to improve his position but instead Wood has moved into half guard. #T1#
Wood seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Tomcic wants to get back to full guard.
Tomcic wants to control but Wood is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tomcic is trying to get back to full guard.
Tomcic is holding on to half guard well.
Tomcic trying to control here. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Tomcic is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Wood pulls his head out easily.
Tomcic has his hands clasped together around Wood's back. He's all about the action.
Tomcic wants to sweep but Wood has passed to side control!
Tomcic is looking to reverse the position.
Tomcic is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Tomcic manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Tomcic is trying to work for a kimura but Wood is defending well. #SUB#
Tomcic wants to work for an arm triangle but Wood is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tomcic is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura but Wood is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tomcic to get the leverage.
Vladimir Tomcic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wood tries to kick Tomcic off but Tomcic keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T4##SUB#
Tomcic is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Wood is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Vladimir Tomcic!
Vladimir Tomcic took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

 

Event: RRFC Fight Night 12     
Date:   Nov 24, 2019
#R1#
Tomcic closes the distance looking to clinch
and O'Neil counters with a left to the body.
Tomcic definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
O'Neil slaps away a takedown attempt from Tomcic, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Tomcic throws a head kick that misses.
O'Neil lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Tomcic backs up against the cage.
O'Neil misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomcic.
Tomcic shoots and misses
and O'Neil counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tomcic shoots for a takedown but O'Neil saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Tomcic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
O'Neil listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
O'Neil lands a right hook to the body.
O'Neil avoids a punch combination nicely.
O'Neil throws a head kick that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
O'Neil lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomcic is looking to land body kicks.
Tomcic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but O'Neil was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomcic.
O'Neil looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
O'Neil keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomcic.#T1#
O'Neil changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomcic shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
O'Neil scores with a hook to the body. Tomcic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
O'Neil wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tomcic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from O'Neil.
Tomcic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A nice side step and O'Neil releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tomcic finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from O'Neil, right into the meat.
Tomcic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tomcic throws a poor cross that misses
and O'Neil counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
O'Neil scores with a jab. Tomcic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
O'Neil has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Tomcic with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling O'Neil to score with a decent uppercut.
Tomcic tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tomcic doesn't manage to clinch there - O'Neil circles away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
O'Neil fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tomcic tries to clinch up but O'Neil circles away and keeps his distance.
O'Neil steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
O'Neil scores with a body shot.
Tomcic takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T2#
Tomcic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by O'Neil.
O'Neil digs a good hook to Tomcic's body.
O'Neil is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tomcic rather than just go for the knockout.
O'Neil lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tomcic at a distance.
O'Neil swings and misses with a hook to the body.
O'Neil throws a body punch but Tomcic moves out of range.
Tomcic changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice shot lands for O'Neil.
O'Neil misses with a body shot.
It looked like Tomcic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tomcic avoids the head kick by O'Neil.
O'Neil swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomcic.
O'Neil throws out a counter right but Tomcic avoids it with no problem.
Tomcic throws a head kick that O'Neil semi-blocks. #CL#
Tomcic darts in and clinches O'Neil up against the cage.
O'Neil doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
O'Neil has Tomcic pushed against the cage.
O'Neil blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
O'Neil working aggressively here. #T3#
O'Neil lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomcic keeps the fight in the clinch, despite O'Neil's efforts to push away.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomcic.
O'Neil lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomcic backwards.
O'Neil throws a head punch that misses.
Tomcic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down O'Neil.
O'Neil struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomcic controls his hands.
Tomcic lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomcic prevents a body shot from O'Neil.
Tomcic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt O'Neil or not.
O'Neil tries to work over Tomcic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
O'Neil misses with some punches.
Tomcic works on O'Neil's body with a couple of short punches.
O'Neil looks winded!
O'Neil is looking to control Tomcic's arms but Tomcic gets an underhook and turns him. Now O'Neil has his back to the cage.
Tomcic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomcic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomcic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
O'Neil trying to stall but Tomcic improves his position.
Tomcic missing with knees to the body.
O'Neil doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
O'Neil misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomcic misses with an elbow strike.
O'Neil takes a shot to the head.
A hook to the body from O'Neil.
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!
Tomcic lands a hook that snaps the head of O'Neil backwards.
O'Neil throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomcic.
O'Neil lands with a short punch from the clinch.
O'Neil blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
O'Neil tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
O'Neil scores with a hook to the body.
Tomcic tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and O'Neil avoids it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for O'Neil.
O'Neil misses with a short punch on the inside.
O'Neil misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomcic is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. O'Neil is defending well for now.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
O'Neil blocks an uppercut.
O'Neil wants to stall.
O'Neil misses with a punch to the body.
Tomcic has a couple of punches blocked by O'Neil.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mickey O'Neil dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
Tomcic darts in and clinches O'Neil up against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for O'Neil.
Tomcic has O'Neil pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. O'Neil manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Tomcic has picked O'Neil up - he's going for a ride! Tomcic dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#SUB#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Tomcic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, O'Neil has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O'Neil is staying active underneath Tomcic, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T1#
O'Neil is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Tomcic is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but O'Neil still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, O'Neil has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
O'Neil wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tomcic keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Tomcic is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
O'Neil trying to mount his opponent but Tomcic defends it.
Tomcic tries to get to full guard but O'Neil has control of the leg.
O'Neil has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3##SUB#
Tomcic looking for submissions off his back.
O'Neil really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tomcic. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Tomcic controlling the position for now.
Tomcic wants to improve his position but O'Neil is controlling well.
Tomcic is trying to maintain the position but O'Neil is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Tomcic looking for submissions off his back.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tomcic scores with a head kick.
O'Neil fakes the leg kick and cracks Tomcic in the body.
Tomcic throws a head kick but O'Neil moves out of range.
O'Neil works Tomcic's body with a nice hook.
Tomcic takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
O'Neil throws a nice outside leg kick.
O'Neil throws a nice outside leg kick. #TD#
Tomcic fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging O'Neil to the ground. Tomcic is now in O'Neil's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tomcic passes into half guard. #SUB#
Tomcic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic 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#
O'Neil scores with a shot to the body.
O'Neil lands an overhand right.
Tomcic fails with an attempt to clinch.
O'Neil scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A shot to the liver by O'Neil. Beautiful body shot.
Tomcic moves out of range as O'Neil throws a body kick.
Mickey O'Neil seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Tomcic closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tomcic lands in his opponent's guard.
O'Neil keeping moving, preventing Tomcic from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomcic stands and throws O'Neil's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1##SUB#
Tomcic tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tomcic has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Tomcic wants to control but O'Neil is keeping him busy.
O'Neil tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tomcic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Tomcic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Vladimir Tomcic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Tomcic tries for a kimura but O'Neil is defending well. #SUB#
Tomcic thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Tomcic taking a breather here. #SUB#
Tomcic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. O'Neil knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
Tomcic in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SUB#
Tomcic has an Americana. O'Neil didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Tomcic is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Tomcic hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Vladimir Tomcic!
During a confident post fight interview, Vladimir Tomcic thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: RRFC 15: Ford vs Doms     
Date:   Nov 02, 2019
#R1#
Tomcic lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tomcic throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
A head kick misses from Tomcic.
Aljandro changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tomcic definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tomcic lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A good leg kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic scores with a jab.
Tomcic circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Aljandro drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Tomcic follows Aljandro to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vladimir Tomcic!
An out of breath Vladimir Tomcic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: RRFC 13: Haskins vs Kholin     
Date:   Oct 19, 2019
#R1#
Tomcic leaves Kassongo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kassongo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tomcic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Tomcic takes the fight into the clinch.
Tomcic prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackson Kassongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice left hand lands by Tomcic.
Kassongo tries for a takedown. No joy.
Tomcic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomcic lands a hook that snaps the head of Kassongo backwards.
Tomcic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tomcic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomcic landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Tomcic scores with a nice hook to the head.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tomcic has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomcic is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tomcic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kassongo backwards.
Tomcic lands with a light punch inside.
Tomcic lands a nice uppercut.
A short right from Tomcic on the inside.
Tomcic scores with a shoulder strike.
Knees to the body from Tomcic.
Kassongo is breathing heavily.
Tomcic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kassongo backwards.
Tomcic lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #T1#
Kassongo looking for a takedown.
Tomcic lands a damaging elbow.
Tomcic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Tomcic on the inside.
Tomcic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kassongos head.
Kassongo has Tomcic pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tomcic manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kassongo takes a shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomcic.
Tomcic unloads a knee to the mid-section. Kassongo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Tomcic scores with a shot to the side of Kassongo's head.
Kassongo takes a knee right on the jaw! #ROC2#
Kassongo is rocked!
A knee to the head by Tomcic.
Oh Kassongo 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.
Tomcic gets through Kassongo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomcic.
Kassongo seems to have got his legs back now.
Nice body punch from Tomcic.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomcic.
Tomcic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomcic lands a hook that snaps the head of Kassongo backwards.
Tomcic cracks Kassongo with a nice body shot.
Tomcic lands a shoulder strike.
Tomcic lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Tomcic digs a right hand underneath Kassongo's ribcage. Kassongo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tomcic lands a knee to the head.
Tomcic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kassongo or not.
Tomcic is leaning against Kassongo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tomcic cracks Kassongo with a nice body shot.
Tomcic works on Kassongo's body with a couple of short punches.
Tomcic lands a hook that snaps the head of Kassongo backwards.
Tomcic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomcic utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Tomcic scores with a shoulder strike.
Kassongo drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tomcic digs a right hand underneath Kassongo's ribcage. Kassongo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Good body shot from Tomcic.
Tomcic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomcic creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kassongo's defenses.
Kassongo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short uppercut from Tomcic.
Tomcic is leaning against Kassongo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T3#
Tomcic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kassongo has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tomcic is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Knees to the body from Tomcic.
Tomcic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Tomcic.
Kassongo takes a shot to the head.
Kassongo drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A short right from Tomcic on the inside.
Tomcic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kassongo.
Kassongo wants a takedown but no success here.
A nice left hand lands by Tomcic.
Tomcic lands a left hand.
Tomcic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomcic working Kassongo over with knees to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tomcic.
Tomcic lands a good knee to the midsection. Kassongo won't want to take too many of those.
Tomcic connects with a nasty looking knee right to Kassongo's face.
Tomcic gets through Kassongo's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomcic.#T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kassongo has Tomcic pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tomcic manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Tomcic lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tomcic lands a right hand.
A short uppercut from Tomcic.
Tomcic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kassongos head.
Tomcic crunches a lovely knee into Kassongo's ribcage.
Tomcic lands a left hand.
Still in the clinch, Tomcic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomcic lands a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Tomcic.
A nice left hand lands by Tomcic.
A right hand to the body from Tomcic.
Kassongo has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tomcic avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Tomcic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Tomcic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Tomcic scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Tomcic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomcic.
Tomcic is leaning against Kassongo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tomcic scores with a shoulder strike.
A knee to the head by Tomcic.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Tomcic dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Tomcic goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Kassongo takes one to the chin there.
Tomcic scores with a leg kick.
Tomcic swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kassongo.
Tomcic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Tomcic pushes Kassongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Tomcic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kassongo takes a shot to the head.
Kassongo is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomcic.
Vladimir Tomcic seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kassongo has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tomcic avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A short right from Tomcic.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomcic lands a shoulder strike.
Tomcic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomcic lands an elbow inside that Kassongo shrugs off.
A hook to the body from Tomcic.
Tomcic prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackson Kassongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kassongo tries to score a body lock takedown but Tomcic shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Tomcic is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T1#
A hook to the body from Tomcic.
Tomcic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Still in the clinch, Tomcic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomcic using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A short right from Tomcic on the inside.
Tomcic works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tomcic digs a right hand underneath Kassongo's ribcage. Kassongo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tomcic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kassongo backwards.
A short left from Tomcic.
Tomcic scores with a knee to the head.
Tomcic lands with a left to the head.
A short left from Tomcic.
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!#BC2#
Tomcic manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Tomcic has managed to clinch.
Tomcic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kassongos head.
Nice body punch from Tomcic - that landed with a thud.
Tomcic lands an uppercut.
Tomcic scores with a shot to the side of Kassongo's head. #T2#
Tomcic landing knees to the head.
Tomcic pushes Kassongo back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomcic lands with a light punch inside.
Knees in the clinch landing for Tomcic.
Tomcic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short right from Tomcic on the inside.
Tomcic pushes Kassongo back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomcic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomcic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomcic utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Tomcic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Tomcic.
Tomcic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomcic lands with a right to the head.
Tomcic digs a right hand underneath Kassongo's ribcage. Kassongo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tomcic prevents the takedown attempt. #T3#
Tomcic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomcic lands a good knee to the midsection. Kassongo won't want to take too many of those.
A short right from Tomcic on the inside.
Tomcic lands a hook that snaps the head of Kassongo backwards.
A shot in the inside from Tomcic.
Tomcic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomcic is pressed up against the cage. Kassongo has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tomcic down to the mat. Tomcic avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Tomcic scores with a nice body kick.
Tomcic lands a brutal head kick. Kassongo looks out on his feet and Tomcic throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Vladimir Tomcic!
A relieved looking Vladimir Tomcic 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: RRFC Fight Night 7     
Date:   Sep 29, 2019
#R1#
Tawaivuna misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tawaivuna shoots in looking for a takedown. Tomcic tries to sprawl out of it but Tawaivuna keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tomcic manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Tawaivuna has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tomcic.
Tomcic looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tomcic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomcic fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tawaivuna has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tomcic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tomcic displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tawaivuna.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ribaraoi Tawaivuna. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tomcic sizes up Tawaivuna with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomcic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tomcic scores with a decent looking hook.#ROC2#
Tawaivuna is rocked!
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!#CL2#
Tomcic clinches with his opponent.
Oh Tawaivuna is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tomcic lands an elbow just above Tawaivuna 's eye.
Tomcic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomcic creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Tawaivuna's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Tawaivuna drops to his knees and Tomcic pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vladimir Tomcic!

 

 
 
 
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