Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: HZN 16 Marek v Covington II
Date: Apr 13, 2024

#R1##KD#
Tai Kung lands a big head kick that sends Helenius tumbling to the mat! Tai Kung takes a step backwards and waves Helenius back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Helenius is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Rupert Helenius has been cut.
Helenius dodges the punch combination from Tai Kung.
Helenius is still on wobbly legs! Can Tai Kung finish him?
Tai Kung cracks Helenius with a right hand to the side of the head.
Helenius seems to have recovered his senses.
Tai Kung throws a series of punches but Helenius moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Helenius throws a hook but Tai Kung blocks it.
A jab lands there for Helenius.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target.
Tai Kung 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.
Helenius lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Helenius.
Helenius 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.
Helenius smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tai Kung avoids the body shot from Helenius.
A little feinted left hand from Tai Kung on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Helenius fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tai Kung looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tai Kung misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
Helenius stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Helenius takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Helenius tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tai Kung on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut.
Helenius scores with a hook to the body. Tai Kung takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tai Kung looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Helenius throws a lazy right hand but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Helenius misses with an uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a three punch combo that has Helenius backing up. Helenius nods at Tai Kung to acknowledge the strikes.
Tai Kung looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Helenius drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tai Kung defends it well.
Helenius throws a body shot but no joy.
Helenius misses with a left hand
and Tai Kung counters with a nice body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Some wild striking there from Helenius.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Helenius manages to avoid it.
Helenius is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2#
Helenius looks to land a left hand but Tai Kung moved out of range nicely.
Helenius swings widly with a right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Helenius scores with a jab.
Helenius throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Helenius manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Helenius is predictable there
and Tai Kung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Helenius lands a nice shot that snaps Tai Kung's head back.
A shot to the liver by Tai Kung. Beautiful body shot.
Helenius throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Helenius throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And Tai Kung counters with a quick kick to the body but Helenius blocks it.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Helenius.
Helenius lands a nice looking body shot.
Helenius looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T3#
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tai Kung swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tai Kung lands with a shot to the body.
Helenius throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice defenses there by Helenius.
Tai Kung moves out of range of the strikes.
Tai Kung tries a head kick but it misses.
Tai Kung on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tai Kung takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tai Kung takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Helenius shoots in for a double leg but Tai Kung sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
It appears Tai Kung was looking to counter with a kick there.
A shot to the body from Helenius misses
and Tai Kung counters with a nice uppercut.
Helenius uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tai Kung has time to react.#T4#
Tai Kung throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Helenius on the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Helenius moves out of range of the body kick from Tai Kung.
Helenius fails to land with a series of punches.
Tai Kung drops his hands momentarily and Helenius takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
No joy there for Helenius, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tai Kung is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Helenius. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
Helenius just misses with a punch to the body.
Helenius shoots in for a takedown but Tai Kung shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Manolito Tai Kung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rupert Helenius.
Helenius moves out of range of the body kick.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Helenius counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tai Kung looking for a sweep. Not yet Tai Kung, not yet.
Helenius trying to control the position from guard on top but Tai Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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 Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Rupert Helenius's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Helenius throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tai Kung counters with a nice kick to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a head kick.
Tai Kung misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Helenius connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#TD2#
Helenius shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Helenius showed some decent athleticism there.
Helenius is looking to pass Tai Kung's guard but actually Tai Kung recovers to full guard.
Helenius pushes down on Tai Kung's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tai Kung is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Helenius is trying to control. Tai Kung wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Helenius in particular looking to stall.
Helenius trying to control from half guard but Tai Kung is working away.
Helenius might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tai Kung haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Helenius is looking to advance position but Tai Kung won't allow it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Helenius is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Helenius can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tai Kung is looking to escape.
Tai Kung wants to control but Helenius is having none of it.
Helenius prevents Tai Kung from getting the reversal.#T3#
Tai Kung tries to hold on but Helenius pushes him away.
Helenius is looking to work his way around to Tai Kung's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB2#
Helenius jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Tai Kung is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Tai Kung and Helenius has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Tai Kung prevents Helenius from improving position. #SUB2#
Helenius goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Tai Kung rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Helenius's guard! Nice work there by Tai Kung!
Helenius has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Tai Kung has passed into side control.
Helenius tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Tai Kung is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Helenius will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Tai Kung tries to move to mount but Helenius blocks the move with his legs.
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.
Helenius is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tai Kung's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Helenius is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tai Kung perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Rupert Helenius will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Rupert Helenius's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Helenius connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tai Kung. Tai Kung circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Helenius shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tai Kung as he jumps to the side.
Helenius is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tai Kung sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tai Kung misses the shot to the body.
Tai Kung loads up on a big right hand but Helenius slips the punch.
Tai Kung is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Helenius throws a jab when Tai Kung was well out of range.
Tai Kung throwing a counter right hand but Helenius manages to avoid it.
Helenius throws a lazy right hand but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Helenius misses the body punch #KD#
and Tai Kung counters with a head kick that drops Helenius to the mat! Helenius scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
Helenius is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
Helenius lands with a cross.
Helenius throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Helenius lands an overhand right.
Helenius shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Manolito Tai Kung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rupert Helenius.
Tai Kung pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Helenius swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A head kick by Tai Kung misses
and Helenius counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Helenius. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Helenius.
Helenius throws a body punch but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Helenius lands a lovely overhand right.
Helenius tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tai Kung was well out of range. Poor timing from Helenius.
Helenius scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tai Kung in his tracks.
Tai Kung misses with a straight right.
Tai Kung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Helenius.#T2#
Helenius fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Helenius throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Helenius counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Helenius throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
so Helenius counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Helenius trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Helenius looking to sit in guard and control but Tai Kung gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Tai Kung sitting in guard here, content to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Helenius is on top in guard. #REVB##T3#
Helenius looking to pass the guard.
Tai Kung looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Helenius seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Tai Kung keeping moving, preventing Helenius from controlling successfully.
Tai Kung is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Helenius is controlling him. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Helenius tries to free his leg and advance position but Tai Kung is retaining full guard.
Tai Kung keeping moving, preventing Helenius from controlling successfully.
Helenius sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tai Kung's guard.
Tai Kung works his way to full guard. Good work.
Helenius works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Helenius trying to pass the guard but Tai Kung defending well.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Rupert Helenius!
A very excited looking Rupert Helenius made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: HZN 13 Collins v Cartwright
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Tai Kung throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tai Kung throws a lazy body kick
and Diego counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung misses with a wild body shot.
Diego looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Diego strikes.
Tai Kung keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses.
Tai Kung drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Diego lands with a straight right. Tai Kung didn't see that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung throws a half hearted mid kick.
Diego swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Diego slips a jab from Tai Kung.
Diego uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.#T1#
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Diego.
A big left from Tai Kung misses.
A punch lands to the side of Tai Kung 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tai Kung scores with a body shot.
Tai Kung throws a wild body kick that Diego sees coming a mile off.
Tai Kung misses with a wild combination.
Tai Kung on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Diego manages to avoid it.#T2#
Tai Kung throws a half hearted mid kick.
Diego was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Diego takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the kisser.
Diego avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
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!
Tai Kung scores with a shot to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a straight left.
It looked like Diego wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Diego.
Diego looks to land a left hand but Tai Kung moved out of range nicely.
Diego throws an overhand right that lands on Tai Kung's shoulder, as Tai Kung tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Diego.
Diego is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Diego uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tai Kung.
Diego avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Diego sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Diego throws an overhand right that lands on Tai Kung's shoulder, as Tai Kung tries to avoid the shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Tai Kung misses.
Diego jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tai Kung lands a jab to Diego's midsection.
Tai Kung lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Diego at a distance.
Diego on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CUT2#It looks like Sam Diego has been cut.
Tai Kung misses with a right hand
and Diego counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Tai Kung goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Diego sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Tai Kung slips under a jab.
Tai Kung fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Diego looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tai Kung is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Diego rather than just go for the knockout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Diego takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Diego throwing a counter right hand but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
Diego throws a jab but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick and Diego moves out of range easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sam Diego's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tai Kung throws a lazy right hand but Diego sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Diego blocks a head kick by Tai Kung.
An attempted straight right counter from Diego misses the target.
Tai Kung scores with a jab.
Tai Kung has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Diego looks to land a left hand but Tai Kung moved out of range nicely.
Tai Kung doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Diego staying out of range there.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Diego blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little feinted left hand from Diego on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tai Kung scores with a punch to the head.
Diego misses with a straight left. #T1#
Tai Kung plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Tai Kung circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Diego drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Tai Kung follows Diego 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 1:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
A relieved looking Manolito Tai Kung 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: HZN 9 Ivanovic v McBean
Date: Feb 24, 2024

#R1#
Tai Kung swings widly with a right hand
and Marek counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tai Kung throws a right hand that misses
and Marek counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tai Kung scores with a shot to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a kick to the body.
Tai Kung throws the kick towards the body but Marek avoids it.
Marek steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Marek walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT#It looks like Kamil Marek has been cut.
Tai Kung cracks Marek with a good jab.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but Marek ducks down to avoid it.
Marek fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tai Kung is out of range.
Tai Kung is looking to counter punch.
Marek scores with a body shot.
Tai Kung throws a shot from downtown. Marek moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Marek scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Marek avoids it easily.
It seemed like Marek was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target.
Tai Kung throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Marek to counter with a crisp jab.
Tai Kung takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Good shot there by Marek.
A jab from Marek finds it's way through Tai Kung's defenses.
A cross from Marek lands.#CL2#
Marek forces Tai Kung back against the cage and clinches.
Tai Kung slowing the pace effectively.
Marek scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short left from Tai Kung. #T2##BC#
Tai Kung escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tai Kung scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tai Kung works Marek's body with a nice hook.
Tai Kung walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Marek was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
Marek is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marek.
Tai Kung tries to land a front kick but Marek steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Marek throws a hook but Tai Kung blocks it.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marek manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tai Kung. Marek does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marek is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tai Kung had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. #T3#
Tai Kung uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Marek.
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
No joy there for Marek, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A head kick by Tai Kung misses
and Marek connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marek 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.
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marek looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick
and Marek cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marek tries to clinch but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Marek throws a shot to the body.
Marek slips under a jab.
Marek misses with an uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a nice body shot. #T4#
Tai Kung throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Marek stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Marek tries to move into range but Tai Kung moves to the side and lands with a nice right 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!
Marek throws the left hand but Tai Kung avoids the punch easily.
Marek throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Marek avoids the body shot from Tai Kung.
Marek staying out of range there.
Tai Kung connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Marek cracks Tai Kung with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses
and Marek cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marek cracks Tai Kung with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kamil Marek will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kamil Marek's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
A clash of legs there as Tai Kung blocks the low kick.
Marek throws a looping overhand right but Tai Kung ducks down to avoid it.
Tai Kung throws a big counter combination but Marek scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Marek blocks the body kick.
Marek throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A punch combination from Marek misses.
Marek bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tai Kung's head backwards.
Marek dodges the punch combination from Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marek needs to keep his hands up - Tai Kung had a free shot at his head there.
Marek has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tai Kung takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Tai Kung chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Marek can pounce on him.
Tai Kung throws a body kick that misses.
Marek looks to land a right hand but Tai Kung moved out of range.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses.
Marek throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tai Kung.
Marek just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromTai Kung.
Marek throws a lazy right hand but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marek takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tai Kung misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Marek misses with a hook
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Marek's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Marek duly obliges.
Marek staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Marek on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Tai Kung lands a really nice looking cross but Marek seems unphased.
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!
Marek slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Marek throws out a counter right but Tai Kung avoids it with no problem.
Tai Kung slips a jab from Marek.
Tai Kung looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Marek lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Crunch! Tai Kung slams his shin into Marek's torso.
Marek misses with an uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a head kick.
Marek missing with a left hand there. Tai Kung was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tai Kung thinks about countering with a body kick.
Tai Kung lands a body shot.
Marek pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tai Kung back to the cage. Marek follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Marek throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Tai Kung jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marek swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung misses with a combination
and Marek counters with a straight right hand.
Tai Kung thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Marek if he has to take too many more of those.
Tai Kung misses with a kick to the body
and Marek counters with a one-two to the body.
The crowd cheers as Marek lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tai Kung doesn't seem phased though.
Tai Kung misses with a right hand
enabling Marek to counter with a crisp jab.
Tai Kung misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice body punch from Marek.
Marek scores with a sloppy right hand. Tai Kung should have avoided that one. #T4#
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!
Marek throws the left hand but Tai Kung avoids the punch easily.
Tai Kung lands a lovely overhand right.
Marek is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is looking to land body kicks.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tai Kung. Marek does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marek fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tai Kung drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
Marek throws a counter combo.
Tai Kung tries a head kick but it misses.
Tai Kung avoids the body shot from Marek.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kamil Marek will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Kamil Marek's cut.
That's time! Tai Kung's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Tai Kung lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tai Kung scores with a body shot.
Tai Kung dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tai Kung misses the jab.
Marek looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Marek missing with a left hand there. Tai Kung was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tai Kung tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Marek manages to circle out of the way.
Marek misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely.
Marek throws a front kick aimed at Tai Kung's knee but Tai Kung avoids it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung swings for the body but Marek moves out of range.
Tai Kung misses with a kick to the body
and Marek counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tai Kung thinking.
Tai Kung slips under a jab from Marek.
Marek misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Tai Kung lands a high kick!
Tai Kung swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tai Kung takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Marek jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A slow jab from Marek misses its intended target.
Marek avoids a kick to the body.
Tai Kung throws a body punch but Marek moves out of range.
Marek throws out a loose jab but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tai Kung throws a big counter combination but Marek scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Good shot there by Marek.
Tai Kung swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marek stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T2#
Tai Kung swats away the attempt to clinch by Marek.
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot.
Marek lands a really nice looking cross but Tai Kung seems unphased.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Marek counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tai Kung walks into a stiff left hand from Marek.#CL2#
Marek takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Tai Kung escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tai Kung lands a nice shot to the body. #T3#
Nice body kick there by Tai Kung.
Marek pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tai Kung looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Tai Kung looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Marek walks into a jab.
Marek throws a jab when Tai Kung was well out of range.
Marek throws a leg kick
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung lands with an uppercut that bounces Marek off the cage and back into range.
Tai Kung falls off balance throwing a combination
and Marek counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the body
and Marek cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung defending well as Marek loads up on a big left hand.
An attempted straight right counter from Tai Kung misses the target.
Marek takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CUT#That has opened up Kamil Marek's cut even more.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses
and Marek counters with a right hand to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Manolito Tai Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tai Kung looks to land a right hand but Marek moved out of range.
Marek looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tai Kung lands a jab to the nose.
Marek gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marek swinging wildly here.
A quick step to the side and Tai Kung tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kamil Marek.
Well Marek has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kamil Marek!
Kamil Marek is the new welterweight champion!
An out of breath Kamil Marek thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HZN 3 Lancaster v Tenryu
Date: Jan 19, 2024

#R1#
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but Ghetea ducks down to avoid it.
Ghetea throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Ghetea is looking to score with low kicks.
Ghetea has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Team Grunt in the buildup to the fight.
Tai Kung lands a front kick.
Ghetea lands a lovely overhand right.
Tai Kung looks to throw the jab but Ghetea is out of range.
Ghetea fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tai Kung has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tai Kung misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ghetea motions for Tai Kung to come forward. Ghetea throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ghetea takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tai Kung 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 low kick lands for Ghetea.
Tai Kung keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tai Kung's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ghetea connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tai Kung scrambles back to his feet.
Ghetea rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ghetea takes a swing at Tai Kung's ribcage but misses.
Ghetea fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tai Kung is out of range. #T1#
Ghetea paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Darius Ghetea seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tai Kung slips a jab and a cross from Ghetea.
Tai Kung misses with a straight right.
Ghetea throws a low kick but Tai Kung avoids it.
Ghetea scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ghetea rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung counters with a straight right hand.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ghetea.
Tai Kung checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the side of Ghetea's head but Ghetea sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tai Kung slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ghetea throws a body punch but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ghetea swings widly with a right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ghetea keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Ghetea throws a solid leg kick but Tai Kung takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ghetea.
Ghetea throws a leg kick which misses Tai Kung's front leg but catches the back leg as Tai Kung tries to avoid it.
A low kick from Ghetea misses
and Tai Kung counters with a straight right hand.
Ghetea walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tai Kung checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ghetea uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tai Kung throws a head kick but Ghetea moves out of range.
Ghetea throws a lazy right hand but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A shot to the body from Ghetea misses
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung misses with the combination.
Tai Kung stuns Ghetea with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tai Kung is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A jab from Tai Kung misses.
Ghetea looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T3#
Ghetea uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
Ghetea swinging wildly here.
Tai Kung defending well as Ghetea loads up on a big left hand.
Ghetea misses with a wild body shot.
Ghetea fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tai Kung looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tai Kung throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ghetea manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ghetea.
Ghetea looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tai Kung moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ghetea staying out of range there.
Tai Kung scores with a hook to the body. Ghetea takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ghetea lands with a shot to the body. #T4#
Tai Kung misses with a hook. Ghetea ducked under it nicely.
Ghetea tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung checks a low kick from Ghetea.
Ghetea sets himself, and Tai Kung steps forward looking for the clinch! Ghetea avoids it this time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ghetea.
Ghetea lands a nice shot that snaps Tai Kung's head back.
Tai Kung throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Ghetea on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Tai Kung looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tai Kung takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ghetea comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ghetea pushes Tai Kung away with a front kick.
Tai Kung throws a body punch but Ghetea moves out of range.
Ghetea shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tai Kung defends it nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Tai Kung misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A clash of legs there as Tai Kung blocks the low kick.
Ghetea connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tai Kung defending well as Ghetea loads up on a big left hand.
Tai Kung throws a big counter head kick but Ghetea avoids it with no problem.
Tai Kung pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tai Kung pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ghetea swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tai Kung appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tai Kung tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ghetea with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ghetea. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tai Kung steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung fakes the leg kick and cracks Ghetea in the body.
Ghetea misses with a wild body shot.
Ghetea misses with a low kick as Tai Kung jumps back.
Ghetea throws a body punch but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T1#
Tai Kung lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#It looks like Darius Ghetea has been cut.
Ghetea turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ghetea slips under a jab.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut. Ghetea saw that one coming.
Tai Kung misses with a kick to the body.
Ghetea finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A low kick from Ghetea misses
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung defending well as Ghetea loads up on a big left hand.
Tai Kung pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ghetea wants to land a leg kick but Tai Kung is out of range.
Ghetea buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tai Kung scores with a hook to the body. Ghetea takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A shot to the body from Ghetea misses
and Tai Kung counters with a nice body kick.
Ghetea thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Tai Kung sizes up Ghetea with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ghetea fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tai Kung is out of range.
Tai Kung walks into a stiff left hand from Ghetea.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ghetea manages to avoid it.
Ghetea motions for Tai Kung to come forward. Ghetea throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A clash of legs there as Tai Kung blocks the low kick.
Tai Kung appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ghetea throws a chopping leg kick but Tai Kung manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tai Kung blocks a leg kick.
Tai Kung comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ghetea throws a predictable looking body shot #KD2#
and Tai Kung counters with a nice right hand that sends Ghetea toppling to the canvas! Ghetea scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Tai Kung finish him?!#ROC2#Ghetea is rocked!
Ghetea shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Oh Ghetea is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ghetea throws a leg kick
and Tai Kung counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Manolito Tai Kung!
Manolito Tai Kung decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SYN 1044 Danger vs Williams
Date: Dec 23, 2023

#R1#
Parker uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tai Kung moves out of range of the strikes.
A big right from Tai Kung misses.
Parker is looking to clinch but Tai Kung is avoiding it.
Parker scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Parker lands a jab to Tai Kung's midsection.
Parker misses with a wild combination.
Tai Kung takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung misses with a body kick.
Jacob Parker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Parker clobbers Tai Kung with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Parker.
Tai Kung has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Tank Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Parker scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Some wild striking there from Parker. #T1#
Parker tries to clinch up but Tai Kung circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Parker has closed the distance and engaged Tai Kung in a clinch.
Parker's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Parker cracks Tai Kung with a nice body shot.#BC2#
Parker's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Parker swinging wildly here.
Parker lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Tai Kung backs up against the cage.
Parker misses with a looping right.
Parker connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Parker tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tai Kung manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Parker fails in his attempt to clinch.
Parker stuns Tai Kung with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tai Kung takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tai Kung blocks a jab.
Tai Kung throws a counter high kick but Parker was just alert enough to avoid it.#T2#
Parker doesn't manage to clinch there - Tai Kung circles away.
Tai Kung throws a quick counter head kick but Parker was just out of range.
Parker has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Parker tries a head kick but it misses.
Parker moves out of range of the body kick.
A big left from Parker misses.
Tai Kung moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Parker.
Parker lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tai Kung circles away quickly and effectively.
Parker pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Parker showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a head kick but Parker moves out of range. #CL2#
Parker darts in and clinches Tai Kung up against the cage.#BC#
Tai Kung's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Parker connects with a high kick.
A head kick by Parker misses
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
A head kick misses from Parker.
Parker misses with a few strikes there.
A quick step to the side and Tai Kung tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Parker loads up on a big right hand but Tai Kung slips the punch.
Tai Kung is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tai Kung scores with a jab.
Parker dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
No joy there for Parker, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the side of Parker's head but Parker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tai Kung scores with a push kick.
Tai Kung scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Parker manages to avoid it.
Parker lands with a shot to the body.
Tai Kung takes a kick to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Parker misses with a two punch combination.
Tai Kung throws a wild body kick that Parker sees coming a mile off.#T4#
Tai Kung slips a straight right by Parker.
Tai Kung looks for the body kick but Parker saw that one coming.
Parker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Parker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Parker lands a jab to Tai Kung's midsection.
Parker goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the side of Parker's head but Parker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tai Kung waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Parker.
Parker swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Parker wants to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tai Kung pushes Parker away with a front kick.
Parker throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jacob Parker dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Parker throws a nice head kick! #CL2#
Parker moves into the clinch.
Parker works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tai Kung slowing the pace effectively.
Parker has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Tai Kung breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Parker throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Parker throws a head kick but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung ducks right into an uppercut from Parker.
Parker has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Parker lands a right hook to the body.
Parker throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Tai Kung takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tai Kung just misses with a punch to the body.
Parker takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tai Kung connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Parker momentarily. #T1#
Parker is looking to clinch.
Parker avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Parker swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Parker tries a head kick but it misses.
Tai Kung looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
A jab lands there for Parker.
Jacob Parker is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Parker manages to avoid it.
Parker throws a lazy head kick
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung misses with a hook.
Tai Kung walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Parker misses with a body shot.
Tai Kung misses with a body kick.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Parker throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tai Kung's head.
Parker avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Parker is looking to clinch but Tai Kung is avoiding it. #T2#
Tai Kung pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Parker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Parker throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tai Kung.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Parker was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.#CL2#
Parker rushes Tai Kung and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tai Kung tries to break the clinch but Parker is controlling the position.
Parker working hard to break the clinch.
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tai Kung is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Parker lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tai Kung is trying to break the clinch but Parker is controlling him.
Parker lands with a light punch inside.
A frustrated look appears on Tai Kung's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Tai Kung breaks the clinch.
Parker pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tai Kung looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.#T3#
Tai Kung scores with a push kick.
Jacob Parker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tai Kung connects with a body shot that sends Parker's belly button to the back.
Parker works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Parker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a body kick.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut.
Parker throws a sloppy head kick and Tai Kung moves out of range easily.
Parker has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tai Kung circles away from the clinch attempt
and Tai Kung makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tai Kung works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tai Kung takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Parker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Parker avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
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!
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Parker.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Parker walks into a left hand.
Parker blocks a head kick by Tai Kung.
Parker misses with a straight right.
Parker misses with a series of wild punches.
Parker wants to clinch.
Parker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung throws a body kick that misses.
Parker works over Tai Kung's head and body with a nice combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jacob Parker showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tai Kung avoids the head kick by Parker.
Tai Kung is looking to counter punch.
Tai Kung pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Parker moves out of range as Tai Kung throws a body kick.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung throws a series of strikes that have Parker backpedaling.
A nice combination there by Parker.
Tai Kung fakes the leg kick and cracks Parker in the body.
Parker misses with a left hand
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Parker misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Parker throws a head kick but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Parker will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tai Kung is looking to counter 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!
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Parker.
Parker throws a combination that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a body kick.
Parker misses with a looping right.#T1#
Parker misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tai Kung throws a big counter combination but Parker scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Parker takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tai Kung misses with a head kick.
Parker misses the body punch
and Tai Kung counters with a nice uppercut.
Parker lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Tai Kung backs up against the cage.
Tai Kung thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Parker if he has to take too many more of those.
A looping hook to the body misses from Parker. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tai Kung drops Parker with a big left hand! Parker is injured, injured bad! Tai Kung jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
During a confident post fight interview, Manolito Tai Kung thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Jacob Parker had this to say: 'Dammit son, my momma is gonna whip my ass!'.

Event: SYN 1038 Choke vs Dinapoli
Date: Dec 01, 2023

#R1#
Rolf jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rolf paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#TD#
Tai Kung gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Rolf looking to pass the guard.
Tai Kung can't keep his opponent in guard - Rolf advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Rolf seems to be working for a kimura but Tai Kung defends the submission attempt.
Tai Kung makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rolf trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Tai Kung looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Rolf passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Tai Kung is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Rolf wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tai Kung, who protects the arm well.
Rolf is looking to take a break and control but Tai Kung is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tai Kung struggling a bit here.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Rolf staying calm.
Tai Kung struggling a bit here.
Tai Kung is not content to let Rolf control the position.
Rolf tries to advance to mount but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rolf trying to control the position but Tai Kung is working away.
Tai Kung tries to bench press Rolf off him but Rolf keeps the position. #T3##SUB#
Rolf tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rolf trying to control the action but Tai Kung is working from the bottom.
Tai Kung prevents Rolf from improving position.
Rolf trying to control the position but Tai Kung is working away.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Rolf passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Tai Kung! #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Rolf is working for a guillotine from mount but Tai Kung frees his head quite easily. #SUB#
Tai Kung defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Rolf. #SUB#
Rolf moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Tai Kung has worked his arm free - good work by Tai Kung! #SUB#
Rolf is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tai Kung has escaped the position, nice work there.
You can see the frustration on Tai Kung's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rolf slows the pace down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jakob Rolf dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Rolf listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Tai Kung slips under a jab from Rolf.
Tai Kung circles away from the clinch attempt
and Tai Kung counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Rolf misses with a looping right.
Jakob Rolf seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rolf throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung thinks about the counter body kick.
Rolf avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rolf takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rolf on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tai Kung misses with a hook.
Tai Kung fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T1#
Rolf misses with an uppercut.
Tai Kung tries to bum rush Rolf with a series of wild strikes but Rolf uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Rolf misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Rolf.
Tai Kung shapes to counter with a head kick.
Tai Kung stuffs the takedown attempt from Rolf. Rolf gets slowly back to his feet.
Rolf throws a lazy uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rolf misses with a body shot.
Rolf uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tai Kung.
Rolf uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
Rolf throws an overhand right that lands on Tai Kung's shoulder, as Tai Kung tries to avoid the shot.
Rolf with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tai Kung to score with a decent uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Jakob Rolf has been cut.
Tai Kung needs to keep his hands up - Rolf had a free shot at his head there.#T2#
Rolf takes a swing at Tai Kung's ribcage but misses.
Tai Kung counters with a body kick.
Rolf with a nice cross.
Rolf throws an off balance right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rolf throws out a loose jab but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab from Rolf finds it's way through Tai Kung's defenses.
Tai Kung throws out a loose jab but Rolf uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rolf tests Tai Kung's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rolf misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tai Kung follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Manolito Tai Kung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tai Kung keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rolf.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD#
Rolf fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Tai Kung sprawls well initially but Rolf persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Tai Kung won't allow Rolf to pass to mount. #SUB#
Rolf is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tai Kung doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rolf. #T3#
Rolf wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tai Kung keeps working.
Rolf wants to pass to mount but Tai Kung is defending the position.
Rolf is keen to just control but Tai Kung is a slippery customer.
Rolf moves into full mount! Tai Kung won't be happy about that!
Rolf tries to control but Tai Kung wriggling away. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Rolf goes for an armbar but Tai Kung turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Tai Kung.
Jakob Rolf overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tai Kung looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rolf looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tai Kung is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Rolf has his foot on Tai Kung's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tai Kung works his way back into a safe position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Jakob Rolf will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Jakob Rolf's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Rolf has a takedown stuffed.
Rolf shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tai Kung defends it nicely.
Rolf throws a body shot but no joy.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target.
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
Rolf throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rolf fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tai Kung defending well as Rolf loads up on a big left hand.
Tai Kung replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Rolf blocks it well.
Rolf looks to land a right hand but Tai Kung moved out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Tai Kung as Rolf shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jakob Rolf. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rolf throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.#T1#
Rolf looks to land a right hand but Tai Kung moved out of range.
Rolf fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tai Kung looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Rolf misses with an uppercut.
Rolf misses with an uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Rolf throws a combination that misses
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tai Kung tries to land a front kick but Rolf steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rolf.
Tai Kung pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Rolf moves into range and clinches up with Tai Kung.
A right handed body shot lands from Rolf.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rolf creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung taking a breather.
Tai Kung taking a breather. #T2#
Rolf tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD#
Rolf gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Tai Kung regains guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rolf pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tai Kung is keeping the position for now.
Rolf wants to control from the top but Tai Kung keeps moving.
Rolf tries to free his leg and advance position but Tai Kung is retaining full guard.
Rolf passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Tai Kung tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rolf wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tai Kung stuck in half guard on the bottom here.#SUB#
Rolf goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Tai Kung rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Rolf's guard! Nice work there by Tai Kung! #T3#
Rolf 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#
Rolf wants to pass to mount but Tai Kung is defending the position.
Tai Kung is looking for a sweep. Rolf is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rolf wants to pass the guard but Tai Kung is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Rolf is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rolf tries to pass to full mount but Tai Kung defends it. #T4#
Tai Kung is looking to control Rolf's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tai Kung avoid being mounted?
Tai Kung is refusing to be controlled, as Rolf sits in half guard. #SUB#
Rolf is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rolf trying to control from half guard but Tai Kung is working away.
Still in half guard, Rolf seems content to control.
Rolf wants to take a breather but Tai Kung is having none of it.
Rolf trying to control from Tai Kung's half guard. Tai Kung has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Jakob Rolf did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Jakob Rolf's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Tai Kung looks to land a left hand but Rolf moved out of range nicely.
Rolf fails with the takedown
and Tai Kung makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rolf tries to clinch there but Tai Kung circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.#TD#
Rolf drives through with a takedown into Tai Kung's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Tai Kung tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Rolf drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rolf jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Rolf stopping the sweep attempt from Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rolf tries to free his leg and advance position but Tai Kung is retaining full guard.
Tai Kung tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Tai Kung is controlling Rolf's posture.
Rolf stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tai Kung swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tai Kung is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rolf throws out the jab.
Tai Kung with a jab.
Rolf goes for a double leg but Tai Kung avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tai Kung continues to drive forward.
Rolf working aggressively here.
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rolf.
Rolf can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action.
Tai Kung pushes Rolf back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rolf doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tai Kung.
Rolf doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tai Kung prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jakob Rolf. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head punch on the inside from Rolf fails to land.
Rolf swings wildly with an uppercut but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Tai Kung's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tai Kung lands with an overhand left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tai Kung leaves Rolf with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tai Kung takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Rolf tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tai Kung was well out of range. Poor timing from Rolf.#T3#
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rolf with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rolf throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tai Kung just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rolf. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rolf darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rolf, as that shot connected.
A big left from Rolf misses.
Tai Kung looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tai Kung misses the body punch
and Rolf counters with a straight right hand.
Rolf misses with a hook
and Tai Kung counters with a nice body shot.
Tai Kung lands with an overhand left.#T4#
Tai Kung defending well as Rolf loads up on a big left hand.
Rolf scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung clobbers Rolf with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rolf was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
Rolf takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rolf fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rolf.
A lazy left from Tai Kung finds it's target.
Tai Kung avoids the body shot from Rolf.
Rolf misses with a straight left.
Rolf looks to throw the jab but Tai Kung is out of range.
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Rolf.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Jakob Rolf's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Rolf throws the left hand but Tai Kung avoids the punch easily.
Rolf connects with a looping right hand.
Rolf moves in looking to clinch but Tai Kung pushes him off.
Tai Kung misses with a head kick.
Rolf was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tai Kung stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tai Kung wants it to stay on the feet.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice defenses there by Rolf.
Rolf scores with a nice right hand.
Tai Kung slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Rolf darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Tai Kung wants to control but Rolf is keeping busy. #T1##SUB#
Rolf is looking for a kimura but Tai Kung is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rolf to get the leverage.
Rolf passes to side control. #SUB#
Rolf goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Tai Kung rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Rolf's guard! Nice work there by Tai Kung!
Rolf looking for a sweep. Not yet Rolf, not yet.
Rolf seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Rolf is pulling down on Tai Kung's head to control his posture. #SUB#
Rolf has an active guard here but Tai Kung has managed to pass into half guard.
Tai Kung is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #T2#
Rolf moves into full guard.
Rolf bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tai Kung's guard. #REVR#
Rolf advances to half guard.
Tai Kung is looking for a sweep. Rolf is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Rolf maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Tai Kung could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Rolf has cracked it and Tai Kung is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Rolf!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jakob Rolf!
Jakob Rolf retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Jakob Rolf 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: SYN 1031 Torhte vs Trollslayer
Date: Nov 10, 2023

#R1#
Tai Kung misses with a straight right.
Tai Kung takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hansen throws the left hand but Tai Kung avoids the punch easily.
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the head.
Hansen lands with a shot to the body.
Tai Kung works the jab nicely.
Tai Kung 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.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Some wild striking there from Tai Kung.
Hansen feinted with a counter takedown.
We've been hearing reports that Hansen has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Tai Kung looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tai Kung jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tai Kung lands a nice shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hansen takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT2#It looks like Marcus Hansen has been cut.
Tai Kung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hansen.
Hansen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tai Kung cracks Hansen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#ROC2#Hansen is rocked!#T1#
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hansen throws out the jab.
Oh Hansen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tai Kung lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Hansen - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Tai Kung!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Manolito Tai Kung!
Our winner, Manolito Tai Kung, 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: SYN 1021 Choke vs Randleman
Date: Sep 29, 2023

#R1#
A nice leg kick from Tai Kung, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tai Kung ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lew looks to land a right hand but Tai Kung moved out of range.
Tai Kung is looking for the big counter here.
Lew tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lew.
Lew throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Tai Kung scores with a punch to the head.
Tai Kung 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.
Lew is looking to land body kicks.
Tai Kung tries a quick counter leg kick but Lew is wise to it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung looks to land a left hand but Lew moved out of range nicely.
Tai Kung fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tai Kung moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tai Kung ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lew moves away.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lew looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick but Lew sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It looked like Lew wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
A big left from Lew misses.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lew misses with a looping right.
Tai Kung walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lew misses with a shot to the body
and Lew takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tai Kung throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tai Kung lands a jab to the nose.
Tai Kung's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lew under the eye.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung avoids the head kick by Lew.
Tai Kung tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tai Kung. Lew does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tai Kung fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tai Kung, as that shot connected. #T2#
Lew takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tai Kung wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tai Kung looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tai Kung scoring well with a low kick there.
Tai Kung connects with a right hand. Lew shakes it off.
Lew misses with a hook.
Lew throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung lunges at Lew with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lew's hand.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lew.
A punch lands to the side of Lew 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lew checks a leg kick.
Tai Kung scores with a leg kick.
Tai Kung cracks Lew with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lew gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tai Kung.#T3#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tai Kung.
A punch lands to the side of Tai Kung 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tai Kung connects with a nice looking jab.
Tai Kung takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lew cracks a nice hook into Tai Kung's ribs.
Lew throws a looping overhand right but Tai Kung ducks down to avoid it.
A big right from Lew misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Lew.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tai Kung pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lew throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lew 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tai Kung swings for the body but Lew moves out of range. #T4#
Tai Kung throws out a powerful jab.
Lew looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tai Kung bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lew's head.
Tai Kung misses with a low kick.
Tai Kung comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lew slips under a jab from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lew is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Tai Kung.
Lew misses with a straight right.
Tai Kung thows a body kick. Lew tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tai Kung tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lew doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Lew strikes.
Tai Kung pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Lew back to the cage. Tai Kung follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tai Kung lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Tai Kung waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lew.
Lew loads up on a big right hand but Tai Kung slips the punch.
Lew lands a glancing blow to the side of Tai Kung's head.
Tai Kung scores with a hook to the body. Lew takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target.
Tai Kung lands with a cross.
Lew shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Lew.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lew throws a poor cross that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tai Kung blocks a jab.
Tai Kung moves into range and connects with a jab.
Lew looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T1#
Tai Kung moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#ROC2#Lew is rocked!
Tai Kung with the inside leg kick.
Oh Lew is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lew looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lew is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tai Kung lands a jab to the nose.
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
Lew pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A big left from Tai Kung misses.
Lew seems to have got his legs back now.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Lew.
Tai Kung throws a low kick but Lew moves out of range easily.
Lew takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tai Kung turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung misses with a right hand
and Lew counters with a head kick. That will keep Tai Kung thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Tai Kung fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tai Kung slips a straight right by Lew.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Lew might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Lew looks to land a left hand but Tai Kung moved out of range nicely.
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
Lew swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tai Kung throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tai Kung throws a shot from downtown. Lew moves away and avoids it.
Tai Kung throws a poor cross that misses
and Lew counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lew closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lew throws a hook but Tai Kung blocks it.
Tai Kung wants to land a leg kick but Lew is out of range.
Lew throwing a counter right hand but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.#KD#
Lew lands a left and a right that send Tai Kung crashing to the mat, dazed. Lew thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Tai Kung is rocked!
Tai Kung has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lew walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Tai Kung drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Lew swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Tai Kung's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Julius Lew!
An out of breath Julius Lew thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 1013 Finlayson vs Green
Date: Aug 28, 2023

#R1#
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
Hansen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.#CL#
Hansen gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Still in the clinch, Hansen scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hansen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hansen blocking some punches.
Tai Kung lands a left hand.
Come on Tai Kung - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Hansen has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung.
Hansen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hansen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hansen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Hansen lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hansen misses with a body punch.
Hansen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tai Kung wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tai Kung pushes Hansen back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hansen works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T1#
Tai Kung lands a hook that snaps the head of Hansen backwards.
Tai Kung stalling against the cage.
Hansen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've been hearing reports that Hansen has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Hansen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tai Kung creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hansen lands an uppercut.
Tai Kung blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hansen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hansen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tai Kung pushes Hansen back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hansen avoids a wild elbow strike from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung blocks a body shot from Hansen.
Hansen takes a shot to the head.
Hansen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hansen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hansen throws a punch but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung blocks a body shot from Hansen.
Tai Kung trying to control the position but instead, Hansen has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tai Kung into the cage.
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Hansen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tai Kung.
Hansen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tai Kung effectively controlling the action here.
Hansen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hansen lands with a short shot to the head.
Hansen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hansen blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD#
Hansen jumps guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Tai Kung stands and throws Hansen's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hansen is working to avoid the ground and pound but Tai Kung connects with a decent elbow.
Hansen is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Check out the look on Tai Kung's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #T3#
Tai Kung scoring with punches and elbows.
Hansen tries to bench press Tai Kung off him but Tai Kung keeps the position.
Tai Kung throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Hansen is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Tai Kung lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Hansen is pressing down on Tai Kung's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hansen keeping moving, preventing Tai Kung from controlling successfully.
Hansen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Tai Kung trying to control the position from guard on top but Hansen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tai Kung won't allow Hansen to sweep him here.
Tai Kung must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hansen is on top in guard. #REVR#
Hansen with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Hansen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tai Kung works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hansen is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Tai Kung working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hansen.
Hansen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hansen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tai Kung is keeping the position for now.
Tai Kung seems keen to control Hansen's posture.
Tai Kung lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Hansen trying to control the position.
Tai Kung not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
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 Marcus Hansen will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Tai Kung connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hansen. Hansen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Good shot there by Hansen.
Hansen jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD#
Tai Kung gets caught napping as Hansen dives in and scores a takedown. Tai Kung manages to retain guard.
Tai Kung avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hansen throwing strikes from guard but Tai Kung blocks nicely.
Tai Kung is pulling down on Hansen's head to control his posture.
Hansen scoring with some ground and pound.
Marcus Hansen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Tai Kung working some strikes from top position.#T1#
Tai Kung tries to stand but Hansen is controlling from the bottom.
Hansen doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Hansen can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tai Kung controls the pace.
Hansen trying to strike off his back.
Tai Kung trying to control the position from guard on top but Hansen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hansen 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.
Hansen trying to control the position.
Tai Kung trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hansen tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tai Kung trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hansen punching from the bottom.
Tai Kung preventing the sweep.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Hansen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Tai Kung trying to control the position.
Hansen trying to move into half guard but instead Tai Kung has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Hansen wants to sweep here but Tai Kung controlling him for the moment.
Tai Kung trying to control the position from guard on top but Hansen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tai Kung wants to stand but Hansen has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Hansen keeping moving, preventing Tai Kung from controlling successfully. #T3#
Tai Kung content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tai Kung's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tai Kung accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tai Kung with a nice head shot there.
Tai Kung chips away with some ground and pound.
Tai Kung sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hansen is pulling down on Tai Kung's head to control his posture.
Tai Kung controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hansen has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hansen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Hansen throws a big elbow that misses.
Hansen landing with the ground and pound.
Hansen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tai Kung is keeping the position for now.
Tai Kung looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hansen is one step ahead there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hansen chips away with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marcus Hansen dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Tai Kung throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung throws a wild body kick that Hansen sees coming a mile off.
Hansen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hansen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Despite the aggression on Tai Kung's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Tai Kung shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Hansen eats them both and turns towards Tai Kung to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hansen manages to avoid it.
A big right from Tai Kung misses.
Tai Kung lands a nice hook to Hansen's body. Hansen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tai Kung fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hansen walks into a straight right hand from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung connects with a leg kick.
Tai Kung ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hansen moves away.
Hansen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target. #T1#
Hansen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tai Kung.
Hansen misses the shot to the body.
Tai Kung missing with a left hand there. Hansen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tai Kung lands a lovely overhand right.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hansen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tai Kung.
Hansen throws a jab when Tai Kung was well out of range.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hansen misses with a body shot.
Hansen clobbers Tai Kung with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
That kick from Tai Kung tenderised Hansen's leg. Hansen is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tai Kung connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tai Kung lets loose with a powerful body kick. Hansen will feel that in the morning.
Tai Kung misses with a body kick.
Hansen attempts a counter takedown but Tai Kung avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Hansen slips under a jab from Tai Kung.
Hansen walks into a stiff left hand from Tai Kung.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hansen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tai Kung throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tai Kung gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Manolito Tai Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tai Kung stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tai Kung wants it to stay on the feet.
Tai Kung lands a nice looking body shot.
Tai Kung lands with a hook. Hansen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #ROC2#Hansen is rocked!
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.
Oh Hansen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hansen fails with a takedown attempt.
Hansen seems to have got his legs back now.
Tai Kung fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Manolito Tai Kung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Tai Kung lands a jab to Hansen's midsection.
Good leg kick by Tai Kung.
Hansen throws a shot from downtown. Tai Kung moves away and avoids it.
Tai Kung lands with a shot to the body.
Tai Kung takes a swing at Hansen's ribcage but misses.
Tai Kung swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hansen on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tai Kung loads up on a big right hand but Hansen slips the punch.
Hansen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.
Marcus Hansen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tai Kung lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Hansen falls backwards - clearly groggy! Tai Kung dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
A relieved looking Manolito Tai Kung 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: SYN 1007 Puno vs Washington II
Date: Jul 31, 2023

#R1#
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tai Kung will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tai Kung tries to work over McCarthy's front leg with a kick but McCarthy checks it.
Tai Kung takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tai Kung throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and McCarthy decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Tai Kung's guard.
Tai Kung working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McCarthy.
Tai Kung bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McCarthy's guard. #REVB#
Tai Kung stopping the sweep attempt from McCarthy.
Tai Kung looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Tai Kung must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
McCarthy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McCarthy is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
McCarthy keeping moving, preventing Tai Kung from controlling successfully.
Tai Kung trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCarthy keeping moving, preventing Tai Kung from controlling successfully.
Tai Kung showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Tai Kung being controlled here momentarily.
McCarthy throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tai Kung is fighting to break McCarthy's control of his arms but McCarthy is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
McCarthy misses with a takedown attempt
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McCarthy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tai Kung lands with a straight right. McCarthy didn't see that one coming.
We've been hearing reports that McCarthy has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Tai Kung waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCarthy.
Sloppy strikes from Tai Kung. Those never looked like landing.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but McCarthy ducks down to avoid it.
McCarthy is looking to counter punch.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tai Kung. McCarthy does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like McCarthy was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
McCarthy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses.
Tai Kung will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCarthy throws out the jab.
McCarthy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3#
A big left from McCarthy misses.
McCarthy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but McCarthy avoids the punch easily.
Tai Kung works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tai Kung looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McCarthy blocks a head kick by Tai Kung.
McCarthy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick #TD#
and McCarthy counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
McCarthy wants to take a breather but Tai Kung is having none of it.
McCarthy passes the guard and advances to mount!
Tai Kung avoids a strike by McCarthy and manages to complete a very nice reversal in the process, to end up in McCarthy's guard! Fantastic escape! #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCarthy manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tai Kung manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
McCarthy throws a big elbow that misses.
Tai Kung pulls McCarthy in close to prevent any damage.
Tai Kung avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McCarthy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McCarthy throws a big elbow that misses.
McCarthy postures up in Tai Kung's guard and throws a big left but Tai Kung blocks it.
McCarthy advances position into side control!
McCarthy throwing shots but missing, from side control.
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 Cormac McCarthy will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McCarthy slips under a jab.
McCarthy lands a lovely overhand right.
McCarthy takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
McCarthy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung tries to land a front kick but McCarthy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A little feinted left hand from McCarthy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCarthy manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung just misses with a punch to the body.
McCarthy jabs Tai Kung to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that lands on McCarthy's shoulder, as McCarthy tries to avoid the shot.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tai Kung takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A leg kick checked by McCarthy.
It looked like McCarthy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCarthy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good standup being displayed there by McCarthy as he connects with a hook.#T1#
Nice jab there from Tai Kung.
McCarthy fails with the takedown.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but McCarthy avoids it with no problem.
McCarthy misses with a lunging right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tai Kung misses with a low kick. #TD#
McCarthy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Tai Kung napping and manages to drive through into side control!
McCarthy trying to control the position but Tai Kung is working away.
McCarthy tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
McCarthy misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
McCarthy wants to take a breather but Tai Kung manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for McCarthy. #T2#
McCarthy passes Tai Kung's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. McCarthy connects with a nice short shot to Tai Kung's temple.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCarthy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tai Kung trying to control from the bottom.
McCarthy working Tai Kung over with strikes.
McCarthy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McCarthy thows a huge punch but Tai Kung dodges it nicely.
McCarthy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tai Kung with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
McCarthy trying to control the action but Tai Kung is working from the bottom.
Cormac McCarthy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tai Kung is trying to defend against the ground and pound but McCarthy scores with a couple of nice shots.#T3#
Tai Kung wants to get back to full guard.
Tai Kung trying to control from the bottom.
McCarthy with the ground and pound but Tai Kung uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Tai Kung avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McCarthy wants to control from the top but Tai Kung keeps moving.
McCarthy throws a strike but Tai Kung rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
McCarthy is trying to keep Tai Kung in close.
McCarthy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McCarthy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
McCarthy content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
McCarthy tries to free his leg and advance position but Tai Kung is retaining full guard.
McCarthy passes Tai Kung's left leg - he's now in half guard.
McCarthy throwing shots but Tai Kung is blocking nicely.
McCarthy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
McCarthy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tai Kung defending well though.
Tai Kung wants to control but McCarthy is keeping busy.
Tai Kung is trying to defend against the ground and pound but McCarthy scores with a couple of nice shots.
McCarthy missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
McCarthy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tai Kung defending well though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cormac McCarthy 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Tai Kung jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McCarthy throws a jab when Tai Kung was well out of range.
Tai Kung connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McCarthy lands a jab to the head.
McCarthy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McCarthy doesn't seem bothered though.
McCarthy tests Tai Kung's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tai Kung connects with a body shot.
Tai Kung bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McCarthy's head backwards.
Tai Kung takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tai Kung slips a straight right by McCarthy.
Tai Kung moves out of range as McCarthy strikes.
McCarthy walks into a left hand. #T1#
McCarthy misses with a straight left.
McCarthy stuns Tai Kung with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tai Kung waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCarthy.
Tai Kung swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and McCarthy counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McCarthy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McCarthy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tai Kung keeping full guard, as McCarthy tries to pass.
McCarthy postures up and lands a big shot to Tai Kung's brow.
McCarthy scoring with some ground and pound.
Tai Kung keeping full guard, as McCarthy tries to pass.
McCarthy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Tai Kung keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
McCarthy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McCarthy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
McCarthy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tai Kung swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Manolito Tai Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCarthy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tai Kung works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
McCarthy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tai Kung keeping full guard, as McCarthy tries to pass.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
McCarthy is pushing down on Tai Kung's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tai Kung is fighting to maintain full guard but McCarthy has managed to sneak the leg through.#T3#
McCarthy works his way into full mount!
Tai Kung can't escape the position.
McCarthy postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Tai Kung looks a forlorn figure.
Tai Kung bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
McCarthy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McCarthy is on top in guard. #REVR#
McCarthy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McCarthy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McCarthy trying to control the position from guard on top but Tai Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCarthy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tai Kung can do to turn this around?
Tai Kung preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Cormac McCarthy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
McCarthy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
McCarthy seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Tai Kung for as long as he can get away with.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cormac McCarthy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McCarthy, 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SYN 998 Morrison vs Vice
Date: Jun 29, 2023

#R1#
Pizziconi with a poor takedown
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Pizziconi goes for a double leg but Tai Kung avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tai Kung continues to drive forward.
Tai Kung lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD#
Pizziconi jumps guard and drags Tai Kung to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Tai Kung trying to control the position from guard on top but Pizziconi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi punching from the bottom - just letting Tai Kung know he's still in a fight.
Tai Kung is fighting to break Pizziconi's control of his arms but Pizziconi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Tai Kung trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tai Kung is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tai Kung must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Tai Kung pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pizziconi is keeping the position for now.
Pizziconi has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Tai Kung wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving. #T1#
Pizziconi 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.
Tai Kung trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tai Kung wants to stand but Pizziconi is controlling his posture from full guard.
Tai Kung slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tai Kung stuffs the takedown attempt from Pizziconi. Pizziconi gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pizziconi goes for a double leg but Tai Kung avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tai Kung continues to drive forward.
Tai Kung manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tai Kung avoiding damage. #BC2#
Tai Kung pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tai Kung slaps away a takedown attempt from Pizziconi, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Pizziconi dives in and grabs Tai Kung's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tai Kung pushes down on Pizziconi's head and hops out.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tai Kung shows good takedown defense.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Manolito Tai Kung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tai Kung misses with a straight left.
Tai Kung has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
Pizziconi closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tai Kung circles away.#CL#
Tai Kung tries to keep at a distance but Pizziconi has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Tai Kung breaks from the clinch. #T3#
Tai Kung throws a right and a left that Pizziconi avoids nicely.
Pizziconi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tai Kung defends well and Pizziconi ends up having to push Tai Kung into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tai Kung fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pizziconi tries to pull guard but Tai Kung won't allow it.
Tai Kung has a couple of punches blocked by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Pizziconi tries to pull guard but Tai Kung holds him up against the cage and eventually Pizziconi drops back down to his feet.
Pizziconi blocks the elbow strike. #TD#
Pizziconi is trying to trip Tai Kung. He has hold of a leg but Tai Kung is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Pizziconi persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Pizziconi stopping the sweep attempt from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is still trying to improve position.
Pizziconi is looking to work some ground and pound but Tai Kung has wrist control.#T4#
Tai Kung is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Pizziconi missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Pizziconi landing some decent shots from guard.
Tai Kung keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi won't allow Tai Kung to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tai Kung trying to keep a closed guard but Pizziconi is proving a slippery customer.
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Pizziconi shoots in for a double leg but Tai Kung sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tai Kung keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL#
Pizziconi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as Pizziconi controls the action.
Tai Kung throws an elbow that misses.
Pizziconi is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Tai Kung is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi tries to pull guard but Tai Kung forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
Tai Kung struggles to land a body shot inside as Pizziconi controls his hands.
Tai Kung avoiding damage.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Tai Kung manages to get underhooks.
Tai Kung displaying some good clinch control by pressing Pizziconi up against the cage.#T1#
Tai Kung lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pizziconi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Pizziconi.
Tai Kung lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pizziconi wants to stall.
Tai Kung misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung lands with a right to the head.
Pizziconi content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Pizziconi blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Pizziconi stalls.
Tai Kung stalls.
Tai Kung has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Tai Kung manages to get underhooks. #T2#
Tai Kung gets underhooks to prevent Pizziconi's takedown attempt.
Tai Kung stalling in the clinch.
Pizziconi wants a takedown.
Tai Kung just leaning against Pizziconi, taking a breather.
Pizziconi blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Tai Kung's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.#TD#
Pizziconi closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Pizziconi lands in his opponent's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pizziconi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tai Kung is keeping the position for now.
Tai Kung is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Pizziconi won't allow Tai Kung to sweep him here.
Tai Kung manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pizziconi manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Tai Kung looking to pass the guard.
Tai Kung landing some decent shots from guard.
Tai Kung looking to pass the guard.
Pizziconi seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pizziconi is on top in guard. #REVR#
Pizziconi stays in close to Tai Kung's body and controls the position. #T4#
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Tai Kung keeps moving.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing.
Pizziconi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tai Kung can't keep his opponent in guard - Pizziconi advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi wants to take a breather but Tai Kung is having none of it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tai Kung manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tai Kung stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tai Kung wants it to stay on the feet.
Pizziconi looks for a takedown but Tai Kung sprawls well.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Pizziconi shoots in but Tai Kung avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tai Kung circles away quickly and effectively.
Tai Kung throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pizziconi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tai Kung finds it's way round the side to connect with Pizziconi's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tai Kung shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Tai Kung as Pizziconi shoots in.#CL#
Pizziconi has Tai Kung up against the cage in a clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tai Kung stalling against the cage.
Pizziconi is trying to pull guard but Tai Kung has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land.
Tai Kung has Pizziconi pushed against the cage.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung has a couple of punches blocked by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi misses with a knee to the head.
Pizziconi changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tai Kung fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tai Kung looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
Tai Kung misses the jab.
Tai Kung looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Pizziconi counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Pizziconi prevents Tai Kung from improving his position.
Pizziconi controlling the pace.
Pizziconi is thwarting Tai Kung's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Tai Kung tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
Tai Kung is trying to maintain the position but Pizziconi is very close to passing his half guard.
Pizziconi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tai Kung does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pizziconi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tai Kung stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Tai Kung shows good takedown defense.
Tai Kung looks to throw the jab but Pizziconi is out of range.
Osmany Pizziconi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Manolito Tai Kung is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Pizziconi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tai Kung scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tai Kung will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Pizziconi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi tries for a takedown but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Pizziconi shoots in and drives through. Tai Kung sprawls well.
Pizziconi walks into a left hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Manolito Tai Kung comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tai Kung 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SYN 988 Olsen vs Hoost
Date: May 26, 2023

#R1#
MacArthur Ii throws a leg kick but Tai Kung sees it coming and checks it nicely.
MacArthur Ii lands with a cross.
MacArthur Ii throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
MacArthur Ii has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Tai Kung with a jab.
MacArthur Ii looks for the body kick but Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but MacArthur Ii avoids it with no problem.
Tai Kung throws a shot from downtown. MacArthur Ii moves away and avoids it.
Tai Kung throws a series of punches but MacArthur Ii avoids them all with ease.
MacArthur Ii was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacArthur Ii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Ii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tai Kung lands with a thumping leg kick.
MacArthur Ii takes a swing at Tai Kung's ribcage but misses. #T1#
MacArthur Ii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from MacArthur Ii misses the target.
Tai Kung takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Ii. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Ii with a nice calf kick.
MacArthur Ii fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
MacArthur Ii throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Tai Kung digs a good hook to MacArthur Ii's body.
Donk. MacArthur Ii catches Tai Kung right on the button with a cross.
Tai Kung fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches MacArthur Ii on the side of the head.
Tai Kung checks the leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.#T2#
Tai Kung scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Ii ducks down to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tai Kung moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
MacArthur Ii swings away with a body shot that misses
and MacArthur Ii takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tai Kung throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tai Kung fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
MacArthur Ii with the inside leg kick.
Tai Kung scores with a decent looking hook.
MacArthur Ii lands a nice looking body shot.
MacArthur Ii misses with a low kick. #T3#
Tai Kung throws a leg kick that misses.
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii tries to land a front kick but Tai Kung steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tai Kung avoids the body shot from MacArthur Ii.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.
Nice shot by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but MacArthur Ii avoids it with no problem.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Ii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Ii throws a body kick that misses. #T4#
MacArthur Ii throws a leg kick
and MacArthur Ii takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Angus MacArthur Ii has been cut.
MacArthur Ii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
MacArthur Ii cracks Tai Kung with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tai Kung tests MacArthur Ii's chin there with a solid looking shot.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Tai Kung has knocked MacArthur Ii down with a huge combo! Tai Kung steps away and waves a wobbly MacArthur Ii back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#MacArthur Ii is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung defending well as MacArthur Ii loads up on a big left hand.
MacArthur Ii thows a body kick. Tai Kung tries to catch it but that hurt him.
MacArthur Ii slips under a jab from Tai Kung.
And MacArthur Ii counters with a quick kick to the body but Tai Kung blocks it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tai Kung.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Angus MacArthur Ii's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tai Kung cracks MacArthur Ii with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
MacArthur Ii lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tai Kung will feel that in the morning.
A big left from Tai Kung misses.
Tai Kung avoids the head kick by MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.
Angus MacArthur Ii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacArthur Ii finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
And Tai Kung responds with a good body kick, but MacArthur Ii manages to step out the way in time.
Tai Kung on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung misses with a telegraphed body shot
and MacArthur Ii counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tai Kung throws a hook but MacArthur Ii avoids it easily.
Tai Kung wants to land a leg kick but MacArthur Ii is out of range. #T1#
MacArthur Ii lands the left hand.
MacArthur Ii misses with a straight left.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but MacArthur Ii avoids the punch easily.
MacArthur Ii tries to clinch but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tai Kung misses with a straight right.
MacArthur Ii connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tai Kung. Tai Kung circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The fighters circling - Tai Kung throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
MacArthur Ii swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nice jab there from MacArthur Ii.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tai Kung misses with a hook
and MacArthur Ii counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
MacArthur Ii misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A left and a right from Tai Kung both land. Nice combination.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from MacArthur Ii. Tai Kung shrugs it off though.
MacArthur Ii looks to score with a jab to the body but Tai Kung is just out of range.
Tai Kung throws a jab when MacArthur Ii was well out of range.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the body
and MacArthur Ii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacArthur Ii loads up on a big right hand but Tai Kung slips the punch.
Tai Kung was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T3#
MacArthur Ii looks for the body kick but Tai Kung saw that one coming.
MacArthur Ii throws a right hand that misses
enabling Tai Kung to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Ii lands a nice shot that snaps Tai Kung's head back.
Tai Kung misses with a hook.
MacArthur Ii is looking to counter with a body kick.
MacArthur Ii throws a hook to the side of Tai Kung's head but Tai Kung sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tai Kung tried to score with a low kick but MacArthur Ii checks it.
Tai Kung throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tai Kung tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tai Kung chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Ii can pounce on him.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tai Kung crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from MacArthur Ii - the referee stops the clock and Tai Kung gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says MacArthur Ii. Tai Kung manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii misses with a low kick.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but MacArthur Ii avoids it with no problem.
Tai Kung lands with an overhand left.#CL#
MacArthur Ii gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Ii is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tai Kung is keeping busy.
Tai Kung lands a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
MacArthur Ii tries to work over Tai Kung's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
MacArthur Ii presses Tai Kung against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
MacArthur Ii swings wildly with an uppercut but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land.
Tai Kung stalling in the clinch but MacArthur Ii improves position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Angus MacArthur Ii dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Angus MacArthur Ii'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. This is the final round!#R3#
A shot to the body from Tai Kung misses
and MacArthur Ii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
MacArthur Ii feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tai Kungs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tai Kung moves out of range of the body kick.
MacArthur Ii wants to clinch.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that lands on MacArthur Ii's shoulder, as MacArthur Ii tries to avoid the shot.
MacArthur Ii half committed to a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung lands with a cross.
MacArthur Ii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MacArthur Ii looks to score with a jab to the body but Tai Kung is just out of range.#T1#
Tai Kung moves out of range of the body kick from MacArthur Ii.
Tai Kung is clearly trying to counter these attacks from MacArthur Ii with a body shot.
Tai Kung takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tai Kung throws an ugly left hook that misses
and MacArthur Ii counters with a body kick.
Tai Kung keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
MacArthur Ii just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
MacArthur Ii misses the jab.
MacArthur Ii slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
MacArthur Ii throws a jab but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacArthur Ii.
Angus MacArthur Ii is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Tai Kung walks forward, straight into a front kick from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tai Kung looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Ii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
MacArthur Ii cracks Tai Kung with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
MacArthur Ii fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tai Kung checks it well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacArthur Ii looks to throw the jab but Tai Kung is out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target.
MacArthur Ii tried to counter with a leg kick but Tai Kung avoided it.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Ii sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Jab by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands with an uppercut that bounces MacArthur Ii off the cage and back into range.
MacArthur Ii connects with a single shot there.
MacArthur Ii throws a body kick that misses.
Tai Kung connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tai Kung misses with a two punch combination.
MacArthur Ii displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tai Kung throws out the jab.
MacArthur Ii half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tai Kung slips a jab from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Ii misses with a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
Tai Kung misses with a jab to the body
enabling MacArthur Ii to counter with a crisp jab.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacArthur Ii sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacArthur Ii is looking to clinch.
A thudding body kick lands there by MacArthur Ii!
Tai Kung chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before MacArthur Ii can pounce on him.
Tai Kung lands with an uppercut that bounces MacArthur Ii off the cage and back into range.
Tai Kung fails to land with a series of punches.
MacArthur Ii throws a quick counter kick to the body but Tai Kung avoids it.
MacArthur Ii misses with a wild body shot.
Tai Kung throws out a token jab with nothing on it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Angus MacArthur Ii!
During a confident post fight interview, Angus MacArthur Ii thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SYN 983 Choke vs. Danger
Date: May 10, 2023

#R1#
Good leg kick by Hiddens.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hiddens.
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hiddens throws out the jab.
Hiddens throws a poor cross that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a nice body shot.
Hiddens lands with a straight right. Tai Kung didn't see that one coming.
HayZeus Hiddens seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hiddens uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Hiddens misses with a wild body shot.
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hiddens throws out the jab.
Tai Kung definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hiddens has time to react.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hiddens scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Hiddens shoots in looking for a takedown. Tai Kung tries to sprawl out of it but Hiddens keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tai Kung manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Tai Kung stuffs the takedown attempt from Hiddens. Hiddens gets slowly back to his feet.
Hiddens fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Tai Kung misses the target.
A slow jab from Tai Kung misses its intended target.
Hiddens fails with the takedown.
Tai Kung throws a big counter combination but Hiddens scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Manolito Tai Kung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of HayZeus Hiddens.
Tai Kung misses with a straight left.
Hiddens is looking to slow Tai Kung down with leg kicks.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy body shot #TD2#
and Hiddens counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tai Kung! #T2#
Hiddens creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Tai Kung sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Tai Kung is looking for a sweep.
Hiddens fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Tai Kung takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
The ground and pound from Hiddens seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Hiddens throws an elbow but Tai Kung slips to the side and avoids it well.
Hiddens fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Hiddens tries to score with some ground and pound. Tai Kung controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Hiddens tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Hiddens looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Tai Kung is avoiding damage well.
Hiddens is trying to ground and pound but Tai Kung uses the momentary lack of control by Hiddens to regain half guard. #T3#
Hiddens perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hiddens misses with a head shot. Tai Kung uses the momentum to regain guard.
Tai Kung looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hiddens trying to control the position from guard on top but Tai Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jab by Hiddens.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD2#
Hiddens looking to score a takedown here. Tai Kung is defending well but Hiddens drives through and ends up in Tai Kung's guard.
Hiddens lands a couple of digs.
Hiddens is working Tai Kung over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hiddens trying to control the position from guard on top but Tai Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hiddens throwing strikes but missing.
Hiddens postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

HayZeus Hiddens dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Tai Kung lands with a cross.
Hiddens digs a good body shot into Tai Kung's ribs.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Hiddens blocks it.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the side of Hiddens's head but Hiddens sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hiddens jabs at Tai Kung's body.
Hiddens pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tai Kung throwing a counter right hand but Hiddens manages to avoid it.
Hiddens scores with a jab to the head.
Hiddens has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hiddens uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
A big right from Hiddens misses.
Tai Kung misses the jab.
Tai Kung takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T1##KD#
Tai Kung lands a left and a right that send Hiddens crashing to the mat, dazed. Tai Kung thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT#It looks like HayZeus Hiddens has been cut.
Hiddens misses with an attempted mid kick.
A shot to the liver by Hiddens. Beautiful body shot.
Hiddens cracks Tai Kung with an open hand slap.
Hiddens bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Good work by Tai Kung as he checks the leg kick.
Tai Kung thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tai Kung is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
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!
Hiddens thuds his shin into the meat of Tai Kung's side.
Hiddens scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tai Kung throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T2#
Donk. Hiddens catches Tai Kung right on the button with a cross.
Tai Kung fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tai Kung misses with a hook. Hiddens ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Tai Kung does it's job there.
Tai Kung lands the left hand.
Hiddens jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tai Kung swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tai Kung fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hiddens on the side of the head.
Hiddens with a nice calf kick.
Hiddens takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T3#
Hiddens connects with a leg kick.
Hiddens throws out a powerful jab.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hiddens.
Hiddens just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung moves away from the strike by Hiddens.
Hiddens feints and then cracks Tai Kung's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tai Kung down.
Hiddens throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung misses the shot to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tai Kung. Hiddens does a little dance to reset his feet.
And Hiddens tries to counter it with a takedown but Tai Kung pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T4#
Hiddens with the inside leg kick.
Hiddens throws a chopping leg kick but Tai Kung manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tai Kung throwing a counter right hand but Hiddens manages to avoid it.
Hiddens shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Hiddens bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hiddens looks to score with a jab to the body but Tai Kung is just out of range.
Tai Kung lands a lovely overhand right.
Tai Kung's corner calls for a 1-2. Tai Kung obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice jab there from Hiddens.
Tai Kung ducks right into an uppercut from Hiddens.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on HayZeus Hiddens'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#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hiddens 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 Tai Kung has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tai Kung and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Hiddens throws a big shot that misses.
Hiddens displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tai Kung throws out the jab.
Manolito Tai Kung is winning the standup battle so far.
Hiddens uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tai Kung.
Hiddens cracks Tai Kung with a good jab.
Tai Kung moves forwards but Hiddens connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hiddens waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hiddens connects with a body shot.
Tai Kung ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hiddens lands a body shot. #T1#
Hiddens looks for the body kick but Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Tai Kung is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Hiddens.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hiddens throws a leg kick that misses.
Tai Kung doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tai Kung swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tai Kung takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tai Kung lands with a cross.
Hiddens slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with a straight right.
Hiddens changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T2#
Hiddens connects with a solid leg kick.
Manolito Tai Kung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tai Kung takes a swing at Hiddens's ribcage but misses.
Hiddens dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tai Kung. That did some damage!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hiddens swings widly with a right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a low kick, right behind Hiddens 's knee.
Tai Kung throws a jab when Hiddens was well out of range.
Hiddens with the counter takedown but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Hiddens shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tai Kung as he jumps to the side.
Tai Kung ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hiddens lands a lovely overhand right.#T3#
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut.
Hiddens moves out of range of the strikes.
Hiddens connects with a right hand. Tai Kung shakes it off.
Tai Kung displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hiddens.
Hiddens fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tai Kung on the side of the head.
Hiddens bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hiddens feints the counter takedown.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hiddens manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung walks into a straight right hand from Hiddens.#T4#
Tai Kung has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hiddens finds it's way round the side to connect with Tai Kung's head.
Hiddens swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tai Kung throws a right hand that Hiddens ducks under and follows up with a left that Hiddens also avoids with ease.
Hiddens scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Hiddens moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Hiddens shoots in and bounces Tai Kung off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Hiddens trying to control the position from guard on top but Tai Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... HayZeus Hiddens!
HayZeus Hiddens 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: SYN 970 Kilgore vs. Minaur 3
Date: Mar 24, 2023

#R1#
Petrov swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Petrov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A punch combination from Tai Kung misses.
Petrov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Petrov blocks a jab.
Petrov 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.
Tai Kung throws a quick inside leg kick.
Petrov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Petrov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrov misses with an uppercut. Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tai Kung bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Petrov's head.#CUT2#It looks like Vasil Petrov has been cut.
Petrov cracks Tai Kung with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Petrov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1#
Petrov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tai Kung misses with a straight left.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Petrov.
Tai Kung stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Petrov.
Tai Kung scores with the left hand. Petrov knows he should have avoided that one.
Petrov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Petrov feints and then cracks Tai Kung's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tai Kung down.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut. Petrov saw that one coming.
Petrov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Petrov slips under a jab from Tai Kung.
Petrov is looking to counter punch.
Nice defenses there by Tai Kung.
Petrov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tai Kung blocks a jab.#T2#
Petrov tries to clinch up
and Tai Kung counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Petrov thinking.
Petrov is looking to slow Tai Kung down with leg kicks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Petrov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fighters circling - Petrov throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Petrov drives through and clinches with Tai Kung against the cage. #BC2#
Tai Kung's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
Petrov misses with a looping right.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Petrov slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung tries to move into range but Petrov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Petrov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3##CL#
Petrov rushes Tai Kung and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tai Kung looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Petrov digs a right hand underneath Tai Kung's ribcage. Tai Kung let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short uppercut from Petrov.
Tai Kung misses with some punches.
Petrov misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung wants to get back to striking at distance but Petrov won't allow it.
Tai Kung wants to stall.
Tai Kung has a couple of punches blocked by Petrov.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Petrov lands a nice shot to the body.
Tai Kung can't break the clinch.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
Petrov lands a hook that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
A shot in the inside from Petrov. #BC2#
Tai Kung's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Petrov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
It looked like Petrov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tai Kung.
Petrov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
Petrov misses with a body shot
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Petrov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tai Kung slips under a jab from Petrov.
Tai Kung paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL#
Petrov has managed to clinch.
Tai Kung is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Petrov as Tai Kung tries to tie him up.
Tai Kung is trying to maintain a safe position but Petrov gets an underhook and turns Tai Kung into the cage.
Tai Kung scores with a shot to the side of Petrov's head.
Petrov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Tai Kung.
Petrov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right hook to the body lands for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung wants to stall.
Tai Kung displaying some good clinch control by pressing Petrov up against the cage.
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 Vasil Petrov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Vasil Petrov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Petrov wants to clinch.
Tai Kung feints a counter leg kick.
Petrov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Petrov throws a body kick that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Petrov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Petrov slips under a jab.
Tai Kung slips a jab from Petrov.
Tai Kung misses with a straight left.
Tai Kung is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T1#
Petrov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Petrov staying out of range there.
Petrov with a nice calf kick.
Petrov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Petrov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tai Kung is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Petrov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Petrov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A cross from Petrov lands.
Petrov is looking to score with low kicks.
Tai Kung blocks a head kick by Petrov.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Petrov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T2#
Nice body kick from Petrov.
Petrov blocks a jab.
Petrov looks to score with a jab to the body but Tai Kung is just out of range.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Petrov.
Petrov slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Petrov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Petrov connects with a leg kick.
Vasil Petrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Petrov misses with a left hand
and Tai Kung counters with an outside leg kick.
Petrov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tai Kung is out of range and Petrov settles back down.
Petrov throws a front kick aimed at Tai Kung's knee but Tai Kung avoids it well.
Tai Kung tries a low kick but Petrov avoids it.#T3#
Tai Kung rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Petrov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
Petrov has Tai Kung up against the cage in a clinch.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Petrov.
Vasil Petrov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tai Kung misses with some punches.
Petrov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tai Kung or not.
A head punch on the inside from Petrov fails to land.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A short right from Tai Kung.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Petrov.
Petrov blocking some punches.
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Petrov as Tai Kung tries to tie him up.
Petrov tries to throw a body punch but Tai Kung avoids it by throwing Petrov back against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tai Kung. #T4#
Tai Kung has a couple of punches blocked by Petrov.
Tai Kung looking to slow down the pace here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tai Kung misses with some punches.
Tai Kung tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Petrov.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tai Kung lands a hook that snaps the head of Petrov backwards.
Tai Kung trying to stall but Petrov improves his position.
Tai Kung lands a right hand that snaps the head of Petrov backwards.
Tai Kung looking to slow down the pace here.
Tai Kung trying to control the position but instead, Petrov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tai Kung into the cage.#BC2#
Tai Kung pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tai Kung looks to land a right hand but Petrov moved out of range.
Petrov scores with a shot to the body.
Jab from Petrov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vasil Petrov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Vasil Petrov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Petrov jabs at Tai Kung's body.
Tai Kung 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.
Petrov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tai Kung can do to turn this around?
Tai Kung walks forward, straight into a front kick from Petrov.
Petrov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tai Kung on the side of the head.
Petrov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tai Kung's head backwards.
Petrov cracks Tai Kung with an open hand slap.
Petrov lands a leg kick that knocks Tai Kung off balance momentarily.
Tai Kung looks to land a body kick but Petrov moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tai Kung walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tai Kung takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Petrov slips under a jab.#T1#
Petrov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tai Kung momentarily.
Tai Kung blocks a head kick by Petrov.
Petrov looks to score with a jab to the body but Tai Kung is just out of range.
Petrov lands with a good body shot.
Tai Kung closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Petrov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Petrov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Petrov misses with a left hand
and Tai Kung counters with a two punch combo.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Petrov avoids it easily.#CL#
Petrov moves into the clinch.
Tai Kung lands with a light punch inside.
Petrov works on Tai Kung's body with a couple of short punches.
Tai Kung's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Petrov is keeping busy.
A right handed body shot lands from Tai Kung. #T2#
Tai Kung dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Tai Kung misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Petrov.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Petrov as Tai Kung tries to tie him up.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tai Kung's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Petrov has Tai Kung pressed against the cage, preventing Tai Kung from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Petrov.
Petrov misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Petrov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tai Kungs head.
Petrov misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Tai Kung breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Petrov throws an overhand right that lands on Tai Kung's shoulder, as Tai Kung tries to avoid the shot.
Petrov delivers a nice body kick.#T3#
Tai Kung moves out of range of the strikes.
Tai Kung moves away from the strike by Petrov.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Petrov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A cross from Petrov lands.
Petrov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A shot to the body from Tai Kung misses
and Petrov counters with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tai Kung ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Petrov moves away.
Petrov throws a counter high kick but Tai Kung was just alert enough to avoid it.
Tai Kung tries to move into range but Petrov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tai Kung takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Petrov blocks it.
Manolito Tai Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tai Kung throws a predictable looking body shot
and Petrov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4##CL#
Petrov moves into the clinch.
Tai Kung is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Petrov is keeping busy.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tai Kung misses with the head strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Petrov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tai Kung's efforts to push away.
Petrov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Tai Kung.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tai Kung - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Still in the clinch, Petrov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung tries a body shot but Petrov blocks it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Petrov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vasil Petrov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Petrov lands a nice shot to the body.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vasil Petrov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Petrov 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vasil Petrov!
A very excited looking Vasil Petrov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SYN 964 Sitsongrit vs. Bardia
Date: Mar 03, 2023

#R1#
Tai Kung throws an off balance right hand
and Lightspeed counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung lands a head kick! #CUT2#It looks like Arax Lightspeed has been cut.
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Lightspeed.
Lightspeed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Lightspeed slips under a jab.
Tai Kung has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Lightspeed throws a jab when Tai Kung was well out of range.
Tai Kung tries to bum rush Lightspeed with a series of wild strikes but Lightspeed uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung scores with a nice strike.
Lightspeed rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung counters with a stiff right hand.
Tai Kung lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Lightspeed takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tai Kung moves out of range of the strikes.
Tai Kung jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tai Kung lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lightspeed circles away quickly and effectively.
Lightspeed connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the body.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Lightspeed strikes.
Lightspeed looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lightspeed walks into a stiff left hand from Tai Kung.#T2#
Lightspeed misses with a lunging right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A good leg kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lightspeed misses with a left hand #KD2#
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp right hand that drops Lightspeed! Tai Kung lets Lightspeed back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Lightspeed is rocked!
Lightspeed connects with a right hand. Tai Kung shakes it off.
A head kick by Lightspeed misses
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Oh Lightspeed is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lightspeed waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tai Kung.
Lightspeed seems to have got his legs back now.
Tai Kung tests Lightspeed's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lightspeed moves out of range of the body kick from Tai Kung. #T3#
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Lightspeed.
Tai Kung slips under a jab.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Lightspeed avoids it with no problem.
Lightspeed moves out of range of the body kick.
Lightspeed appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
Tai Kung appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tai Kung is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lightspeed had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tai Kung lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lightspeed circles away quickly and effectively.
Lightspeed throws out a powerful jab.
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lightspeed.
A countering left hand to the body from Tai Kung misses.
Lightspeed takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A combination from Tai Kung does no damage. #T4#
Tai Kung lands a jab to the head.
Tai Kung scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab by Tai Kung.
Lightspeed fails to land with a series of punches.
Tai Kung misses with a hook
and Lightspeed counters with a good low kick that Tai Kung was not able to check.
Tai Kung ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lightspeed moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tai Kung lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Tai Kung lands a nice looking body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Arax Lightspeed'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.#R2#
Tai Kung bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lightspeed tries to move into range but Tai Kung moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lightspeed misses with a hook.
Lightspeed is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tai Kung takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tai Kung throws a nice looking combination but Lightspeed bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lightspeed throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lightspeed misses with a left hand
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung misses with a hook. Lightspeed ducked under it nicely.
Tai Kung misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lightspeed counters with a straight right hand.
Lightspeed misses with a straight right. #T1#
Lightspeed misses with an uppercut. Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Tai Kung unleashes a big counter combination but Lightspeed bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Tai Kung lands a jab to the nose.
Tai Kung throws a shot from downtown. Lightspeed moves away and avoids it.
Lightspeed throwing a counter right hand but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
Lightspeed takes one on the button.
Tai Kung connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lightspeed misses with a straight right.
Tai Kung throws a counter combo.
Tai Kung misses with a lunging right hand
and Lightspeed makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but Lightspeed avoids the punch easily.
Lightspeed fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tai Kung just manages to avoid it.#T2#
Lightspeed throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Lightspeed misses with an uppercut.
Lightspeed clobbers Tai Kung with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lightspeed tries to score with a low kick but Tai Kung moves his leg out of the way.
Lightspeed misses with a straight left.
Lightspeed plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lightspeed throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Lightspeed blocks a jab.
Tai Kung throws a right and a left that Lightspeed avoids nicely. #T3#
Tai Kung throws a lazy right hand but Lightspeed sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lightspeed is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tai Kung.
Lightspeed needs to keep his hands up - Tai Kung had a free shot at his head there.
Lightspeed slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands an overhand right.
Lightspeed moves away from the strike by Tai Kung.
Lightspeed looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Lightspeed slips a jab from Tai Kung.
Lightspeed fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tai Kung looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tai Kung lands with an uppercut that bounces Lightspeed off the cage and back into range.
Lightspeed looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T4#
Lightspeed throws an off balance right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a right hand to the body.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jab, jab by Lightspeed - just one landing.
Lightspeed throws a right hand that misses
and Lightspeed takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tai Kung in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lightspeed misses with a hook
and Tai Kung counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lightspeed lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Lightspeed avoids it easily.
A shot to the liver by Tai Kung. Beautiful body shot.
Lightspeed throws a hook to the side of Tai Kung's head but Tai Kung sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd cheers as Lightspeed lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tai Kung doesn't seem phased though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Arax Lightspeed's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Tai Kung.
Lightspeed looks to throw the jab but Tai Kung is out of range.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lightspeed throws a right and a left that Tai Kung avoids nicely.
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tai Kung connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung cracks Lightspeed's jaw with two stiff jabs then ducks low and throws a soul-severing right uppercut to the mouth!! Lightspeed slumps to the ground with blood on his lips. The referee steps in before Tai Kung can do further damage! This one is done, son!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Manolito Tai Kung!
An out of breath Manolito Tai Kung thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 960 Randleman vs. Dinapoli
Date: Feb 22, 2023

#R1#
Kelly tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tai Kung swats him away and circles back towards the center.
An attempted straight right counter from Tai Kung misses the target.
Tai Kung scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT#It looks like Ned Kelly has been cut.#CL2#
Kelly has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kelly lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Kelly fails to land.
Tai Kung misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kelly has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung. #BC#
Tai Kung breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tai Kung is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kelly.
Tai Kung thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kelly wants to counter with a clinch but Tai Kung pushes him away.
Kelly rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Tai Kung to counter with a crisp jab.
Tai Kung misses with a series of wild punches.
Tai Kung definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kelly misses with a double jab
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Kelly uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kelly sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kelly moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL2#
Tai Kung tries to keep at a distance but Kelly has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kelly has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung. #BC#
Tai Kung manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Kelly rushes Tai Kung and presses him up against the cage.
Kelly misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kelly makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tai Kung lands with a left to the head.
Kelly lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kelly throws a head punch that misses.
Kelly tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Kelly throws a head punch that misses.
Tai Kung's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kelly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kelly fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tai Kung lands a right hand.
Tai Kung leaning against his opponent. #BC#
Tai Kung breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kelly is looking to clinch.
Kelly tries to clinch but Tai Kung moves away
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#CL2#
Kelly drives through and clinches with Tai Kung against the cage.
Tai Kung lands with a short shot to the head.
Tai Kung pushes Kelly back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung is trying to stall.
Tai Kung is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Kelly misses with the head strike.
A short right from Tai Kung on the inside.
Tai Kung misses with some punches. #T3#
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tai Kung lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tai Kung tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kelly misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kelly misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Tai Kung lands a left hand.
Kelly swings wildly with an uppercut but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Tai Kung escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tai Kung.
Ned Kelly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Kelly clinches with his opponent.
Kelly misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kelly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kelly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tai Kung scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kelly.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kelly throws a punch but it's blocked by Tai Kung. #T4#
Tai Kung lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kelly backwards.
Tai Kung just leaning against Kelly, taking a breather. #BC#
Tai Kung pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A combination from Kelly does no damage.
Kelly swings widly with a right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a left and a right... And another left! Kelly is down! He's done! The ref dives in to save him and that's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
During a confident post fight interview, Manolito Tai Kung thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SYN 953 Maluga vs. Leifsson 6
Date: Jan 25, 2023

#R1#
Woods scores with a jab. Tai Kung acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Woods lands a nice shot to the body.
Woods misses with a hook to the body
and Tai Kung counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Shaquan Woods has been cut.
Woods scoring well with a low kick there.
Woods throws a shot to the body.
Woods moves into range and connects with a jab.
Woods lands a nice looking body kick.
Woods connects with a looping right hand.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Woods.
Woods fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Woods avoids it with no problem.
Woods throws a jab but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tai Kung chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Woods can pounce on him.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Woods.
Woods with a jab.
Tai Kung drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Woods lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tai Kung's sensitive parts. #T1#
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Woods throws out the jab.
Tai Kung throws a fast counter high kick but Woods manages to duck under it in time.
Tai Kung looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tai Kung tries a head kick but it misses.
Woods misses with a double jab
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Woods lands an overhand right.
Shaquan Woods seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Woods. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target.
Tai Kung lands a jab to the head.
Woods tries a head kick but it misses.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Left hook, right uppercut from Woods.
Woods misses with a double jab
and Tai Kung counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Woods thinking.
Woods looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Woods throws a shot to the body. #CL#
Woods closes the distance and clinches.
Tai Kung tries to throw a body punch but Woods avoids it by throwing Tai Kung back against the cage.
Tai Kung avoiding damage.
Woods misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Woods. #BC2#
Tai Kung escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Woods takes one to the side of the head.
Good work by Tai Kung as he checks the leg kick.
Woods darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tai Kung throws a lazy right hand but Woods sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Woods connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tai Kung momentarily.
Tai Kung waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Woods.
A good leg kick by Woods.
Tai Kung 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.#T3#
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Woods throws out the jab.
Woods fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung cracks Woods with a good jab.
Nice jab there from Woods.
Woods displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tai Kung throws out the jab.
Tai Kung avoids the head kick by Woods.
Woods with a hook.
Woods lands with a kick to the temple. Tai Kung shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CL#
Woods has closed the distance and engaged Tai Kung in a clinch.
Woods misses with the head strike.
Woods lands a nice uppercut.
Woods scores with a shot to the side of Tai Kung's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Woods doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tai Kung working hard to break the clinch.
Tai Kung's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4#
Woods lands a body punch in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Woods.
Woods lands a hook that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Woods swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Woods lands a nice shot to the body.
I was talking to Woods's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A body shot lands from Woods.
Tai Kung unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Tai Kung looking to stall. #BC2#
Tai Kung's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Woods throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tai Kung walks into a left hand.
Tai Kung's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Woods connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tai Kung scrambles back to his feet.
Woods lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tai Kung stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Woods.
Woods throws a looping overhand right but Tai Kung ducks down to avoid it.
Tai Kung stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Woods.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shaquan Woods dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shaquan Woods's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Woods lands a nice shot to the body.
Woods tries to score with a low kick but Tai Kung moves his leg out of the way.
Woods tries to land a front kick but Tai Kung steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tai Kung throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but Woods avoids the punch easily.
A thudding body kick lands there by Woods!
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Woods motions for Tai Kung to come forward. Woods throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Shaquan Woods is winning the standup battle so far.
Woods tries a low kick but Tai Kung avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Woods throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Woods avoids it with no problem.
Woods tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung 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.
Tai Kung looks to land a left hand but Woods moved out of range nicely.
Woods displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tai Kung throws out the jab.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.#T1#
Woods misses the shot to the body.
Tai Kung is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tai Kung takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Woods throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters circle momentarily. Woods darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Woods scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Woods is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tai Kung can do to turn this around?
Woods ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Tai Kung takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jab from Woods.
Woods uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tai Kung.
Woods scores with a jab to the head.
Tai Kung with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Woods to score with a decent uppercut.
Woods lands with an uppercut that bounces Tai Kung off the cage and back into range.
Tai Kung takes a kick to the side of the head.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Woods is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tai Kung.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Woods.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A clash of legs there as Tai Kung blocks the low kick.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Woods scores with a sloppy right hand. Tai Kung should have avoided that one.
Woods tries to clinch but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Woods comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tai Kung's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A big right from Woods misses.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Woods cracks Tai Kung with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tai Kung takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tai Kung on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Woods connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tai Kung. Tai Kung circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Woods throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tai Kung stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Woods connects with a right hand. Tai Kung shakes it off.#T3#
Woods cracks Tai Kung with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Woods moves out of range as Tai Kung strikes.
Tai Kung stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Woods.
Tai Kung blocks a head kick by Woods.
Woods throws a poor cross that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a series of strikes. Woods will be more careful next time no doubt.
Woods misses with a two punch combination.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A swing and a miss from Woods.
Woods ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
A little feinted left hand from Woods on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Woods connects with a jab.
Woods lands a jab.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Woods.
Woods swinging wildly here. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Woods lands with a good body shot.
Woods scores with a decent looking hook.
Tai Kung defending well as Woods loads up on a big left hand.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Woods.
Woods lands with an uppercut that bounces Tai Kung off the cage and back into range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Woods - that will leave a mark!
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Woods.
Woods moves out of range as Tai Kung strikes.
Tai Kung keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Woods takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Woods misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shaquan Woods dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Shaquan Woods's cut.
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#
A lazy left from Woods finds it's target.
Tai Kung takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Woods looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Woods slips a jab from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Woods moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A swing and a miss from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Woods avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Woods. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
Woods avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A good leg kick by Woods.
Woods misses with an uppercut.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Woods lands a right hook to the body.
Tai Kung has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Woods throws a looping overhand right but Tai Kung ducks down to avoid it.
Woods throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Woods looks to land a right hand but Tai Kung moved out of range.
Woods on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nice shot lands for Woods.
Woods misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Woods ducks right into an uppercut from Tai Kung.
Woods throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tai Kung drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Woods, as that shot connected.
Woods slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tai Kung walks into a straight right hand from Woods.#T2#
Tai Kung has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Woods misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Woods with a nice calf kick.
Woods swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tai Kung let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A swing and a miss from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung takes a kick to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Woods.
A big left from Woods misses.
Woods throws a jab but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Woods keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
A cross from Tai Kung lands.
Woods looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Tai Kung thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Woods blocks a low kick nicely.
Woods swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Woods chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Woods manages to avoid it.
Woods throws a body shot but no joy.
Woods looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Woods moves in looking to clinch but Tai Kung pushes him off.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Woods scores with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Tai Kung.
Manolito Tai Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tai Kung 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.#T4#
Woods throws a body shot but no joy.
Woods looks to land a right hand but Tai Kung moved out of range.
Woods swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Woods cracks Tai Kung with a good jab.
Woods lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tai Kung's sensitive parts.
Tai Kung defending well as Woods loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Woods.
Tai Kung looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tai Kung paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Woods ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Tai Kung misses with a hook.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: C144: De Minaur vs. Kilgore
Date: Dec 03, 2022

#R1#
Tai Kung throws a hook to the side of Rishkinov's head but Rishkinov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tai Kung ducks right into an uppercut from Rishkinov.
Tai Kung goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT2#It looks like Serhey Rishkinov has been cut.
Rishkinov lands a nice looking body kick.
Rishkinov with a hook.
Tai Kung keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tai Kung throws out a loose jab but Rishkinov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tai Kung steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Rishkinov. That one must have hurt.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nice defenses there by Rishkinov.
Rishkinov tries to score with a low kick but Tai Kung moves his leg out of the way.
Serhey Rishkinov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rishkinov misses with a straight left.
Rishkinov throws out a loose jab but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rishkinov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rishkinov throws a body punch but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Rishkinov wants to land a leg kick but Tai Kung is out of range.
Rishkinov throws the kick towards the body but Tai Kung avoids it.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Tai Kung has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rishkinov finds it's way round the side to connect with Tai Kung's head.
Some wild striking there from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rishkinov fails to land the takedown.#TD#
Tai Kung gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Rishkinov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Rishkinov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rishkinov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Tai Kung pulls Rishkinov in to control the position. #T2##SUB#
Rishkinov has gone for a leg lock! Tai Kung slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rishkinov's guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rishkinov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Rishkinov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tai Kung is keeping the position for now.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rishkinov trying to control but Tai Kung is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tai Kung trying to keep a closed guard but Rishkinov is proving a slippery customer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tai Kung is on top in guard. #REVB##T3#
Rishkinov wants to sweep here but Tai Kung controlling him for the moment.
Rishkinov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tai Kung postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Tai Kung trying to stand up but can't free himself from Rishkinov's guard.
Tai Kung passes Rishkinov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Tai Kung is looking to advance position but Rishkinov won't allow it.
Rishkinov is looking to control Tai Kung's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rishkinov avoid being mounted?
Rishkinov is looking to improve his position. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Tai Kung looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Rishkinov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tai Kung pulls his head out easily.
Tai Kung is trying to control. Rishkinov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rishkinov gets back to full guard.
Rishkinov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Rishkinov can't keep his opponent in guard - Tai Kung advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tai Kung is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Rishkinov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Serhey Rishkinov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Serhey Rishkinov'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.#R2#
Rishkinov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung avoids the body shot from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov throws out a loose jab but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good shot there by Rishkinov.
That kick from Rishkinov tenderised Tai Kung's leg. Tai Kung is trying to keep his angry face on.
Rishkinov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rishkinov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Rishkinov looks to score with a jab to the body but Tai Kung is just out of range.
Tai Kung throws a nice inside leg kick.
Serhey Rishkinov is winning the standup battle so far.
Rishkinov swings widly with a right hand
and Rishkinov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rishkinov throws a lazy right hand but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tai Kung takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tai Kung throws a good cross that connects.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rishkinov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Rishkinov cracks Tai Kung with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Rishkinov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tai Kung has time to react.
Tai Kung looks to land a left hand but Rishkinov moved out of range nicely.
Rishkinov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rishkinov thuds his shin into the meat of Tai Kung's side.
Rishkinov lands a leg kick that knocks Tai Kung off balance momentarily.
Rishkinov swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Rishkinov.
Rishkinov throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#Serhey Rishkinov's cut is getting worse.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rishkinov.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rishkinov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rishkinov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Rishkinov throws a body kick.
Tai Kung feints a counter leg kick.
Rishkinov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tai Kung can do to turn this around?
Rishkinov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Rishkinov blocks it.#T2#
Tai Kung fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rishkinov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Manolito Tai Kung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tai Kung fails to land with a series of punches.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but Rishkinov avoids the punch easily.
Tai Kung throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tai Kung slips a straight right by Rishkinov.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rishkinov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tai Kung checks the leg kick nicely there.
Rishkinov scores with a body shot.
Rishkinov misses with a leg kick.
Tai Kung moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rishkinov misses with a hook
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rishkinov throws a leg kick
and Rishkinov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rishkinov scores with a leg kick.
Rishkinov lands a nice shot that snaps Tai Kung's head back. #T3#
Tai Kung has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Rishkinov.
A jab from Tai Kung finds it's way through Rishkinov's defenses.
Rishkinov misses with an uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov throws a leg kick which misses Tai Kung's front leg but catches the back leg as Tai Kung tries to avoid it.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick but Rishkinov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Rishkinov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tai Kung sprawls and moves away.
Rishkinov throws a leg kick but Tai Kung moved away.
No joy there for Rishkinov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rishkinov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Serhey Rishkinov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rishkinov throws a hook but Tai Kung blocks it.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Rishkinov avoids it with no problem.
Rishkinov misses with a kick to the body.
Rishkinov slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with a hook.
Rishkinov tries to land a leg kick but Tai Kung saw it coming and moves away.
Rishkinov throws a poor cross that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Rishkinov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tai Kung was well out of range. Poor timing from Rishkinov.#T4#
Rishkinov avoids the body shot from Tai Kung.
Rishkinov misses with a left hand
and Tai Kung counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Rishkinov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rishkinov lands in his opponent's guard.
Rishkinov trying to control the position from guard on top but Tai Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tai Kung can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rishkinov controls the pace.
Rishkinov stopping the sweep attempt from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rishkinov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Serhey Rishkinov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Serhey Rishkinov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Rishkinov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Rishkinov with a nice calf kick.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rishkinov.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rishkinov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Rishkinov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a one-two to the body.
Rishkinov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rishkinov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rishkinov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rishkinov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rishkinov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tai Kung momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Tai Kung finds it's way through Rishkinov's defenses.
An inside leg kick lands from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov feints and then cracks Tai Kung's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tai Kung down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rishkinov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tai Kung under the eye.
Nice defenses there by Rishkinov.#T1#
Rishkinov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rishkinov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Rishkinov - that will leave a mark!
Rishkinov misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Rishkinov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Rishkinov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tai Kung drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Rishkinov throws a lazy body kick
and Tai Kung counters with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rishkinov.
Rishkinov looks for the body kick but Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Rishkinov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tai Kung defends well and Rishkinov ends up having to push Tai Kung into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rishkinov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tai Kung lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rishkinov backwards.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from Rishkinov.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rishkinov can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action.
Tai Kung is trying to stall. #T2#
Rishkinov misses with a body punch.
Rishkinov jumps guard but Tai Kung stands there with Rishkinov around his waist. Rishkinov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Tai Kung manages to break the clinch.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut. Rishkinov saw that one coming.
Tai Kung loads up on a big right hand but Rishkinov slips the punch.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tai Kung throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rishkinov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tai Kung was well out of range. Poor timing from Rishkinov.
Tai Kung was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A bone on bone clash there as Tai Kung blocks the leg kick.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rishkinov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.
Nice uppercut lands for Rishkinov. That snapped Tai Kung's head back.
Rishkinov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Rishkinov avoids it with no problem.
Serhey Rishkinov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Serhey Rishkinov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rishkinov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3#
Rishkinov throws a jab but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
The fighters circling - Tai Kung throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tai Kung lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tai Kung uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rishkinov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.
Rishkinov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rishkinov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rishkinov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rishkinov blocks a jab.
Rishkinov feinted with a counter takedown.
Rishkinov takes a swing at Tai Kung's ribcage but misses.
Tai Kung looks to throw the jab but Rishkinov is out of range.
Rishkinov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Rishkinov misses with a leg kick.
Rishkinov jabs Tai Kung to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Manolito Tai Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rishkinov throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T4#
Rishkinov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tai Kung is out of range.
Tai Kung throws a lazy right hand but Rishkinov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rishkinov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tai Kung sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rishkinov somewhat.
Tai Kung shapes to counter with a head kick.
Nice sprawl there from Tai Kung as Rishkinov shoots in.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rishkinov with a hook.
Rishkinov tests Tai Kung's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tai Kung takes a swing at Rishkinov's ribcage but misses.
Rishkinov looks to land a body kick but Tai Kung moved away.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rishkinov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tai Kung ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rishkinov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tai Kung but Tai Kung pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tai Kung scores with a body shot.

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 Serhey Rishkinov.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Rishkinov, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Serhey Rishkinov!
Serhey Rishkinov tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: C141: De Minaur vs. Graves 2
Date: Nov 19, 2022

#R1#
Ko Nachi connects with a right hand. Tai Kung shakes it off.
Ko Nachi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rigel Ko Nachi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ko Nachi throws a sloppy head kick and Tai Kung moves out of range easily.
Ko Nachi thuds his right hand into Tai Kung's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ko Nachi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a right hand to the body.
Tai Kung swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tai Kung takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ko Nachi thows a leg kick but Tai Kung checks it
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tai Kung with a nice cross.
A big right from Ko Nachi misses.
Ko Nachi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tai Kung's hands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tai Kung takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A jab from Ko Nachi finds it's way through Tai Kung's defenses.
Tai Kung walks into a straight right hand from Ko Nachi.
Tai Kung has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ko Nachi finds it's way round the side to connect with Tai Kung's head.
Ko Nachi lands with a nice body kick.
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Ko Nachi is just out of range.#T1#
Tai Kung moves out of range of the strikes.
Tai Kung is looking for the big counter here.
Ko Nachi swings widly with a right hand
and Ko Nachi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice uppercut there from Ko Nachi.
Ko Nachi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tai Kung slips a jab and a cross from Ko Nachi.
Tai Kung jabs Ko Nachi right on the nose. Ko Nachi blinks but takes it well.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ko Nachi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Ko Nachi misses the target.
Ko Nachi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ko Nachi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Ko Nachi avoids it with no problem.
Tai Kung lands a head shot.
Tai Kung on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ko Nachi.
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ko Nachi looks to land a left hand but Tai Kung moved out of range nicely.
Ko Nachi throws a hook to the side of Tai Kung's head but Tai Kung sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Ko Nachi misses the target.
Ko Nachi misses with a series of wild punches.
Ko Nachi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A lazy left from Ko Nachi finds it's target.
Tai Kung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ko Nachi.#KD2#
Tai Kung drops Ko Nachi with a beautiful combination! Ko Nachi stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Tai Kung is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Ko Nachi is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Rigel Ko Nachi has been cut.
A big left from Ko Nachi misses.
Oh Ko Nachi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ko Nachi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tai Kung was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A jab from Ko Nachi finds it's way through Tai Kung's defenses.
Ko Nachi misses with a straight right.
Ko Nachi seems to have got his legs back now.
Ko Nachi misses with an uppercut.
Ko Nachi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ko Nachi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ko Nachi missing with a left hand there. Tai Kung was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ko Nachi misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Ko Nachi's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tai Kung under the eye.
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that lands on Ko Nachi's shoulder, as Ko Nachi tries to avoid the shot.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Ko Nachi strikes.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ko Nachi cracks a nice hook into Tai Kung's ribs.
Tai Kung looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ko Nachi throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ko Nachi drops his hands momentarily and Tai Kung takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ko Nachi catches Tai Kung with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ko Nachi throws an off balance right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ko Nachi thinking.
The crowd cheers as Ko Nachi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tai Kung doesn't seem phased though.
Ko Nachi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tai Kung has time to react.
Ko Nachi is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ko Nachi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Tai Kung thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ko Nachi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tai Kung on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ko Nachi. Ko Nachi obviously looking to wear him down.
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Ko Nachi.
Tai Kung only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tai Kung slips under a jab.
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Ko Nachi.
Tai Kung fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ko Nachi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ko Nachi throws a right hand that Tai Kung ducks under and follows up with a left that Tai Kung also avoids with ease.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sloppy strikes from Ko Nachi. Those never looked like landing.
Ko Nachi throws a looping overhand right but Tai Kung ducks down to avoid it.
Ko Nachi misses with a few strikes there.
Tai Kung fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice defenses there by Tai Kung.
Ko Nachi throws an off balance right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ko Nachi misses with a double jab
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp right that sends Ko Nachi to the canvas! Tai Kung follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
Our winner, Manolito Tai Kung, 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: C137: Puno vs. Brown 2
Date: Oct 28, 2022

#R1#
MacArthur Ii scores with a nice right hand.
MacArthur Ii 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.
MacArthur Ii is looking to clinch.
Tai Kung rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacArthur Ii counters with a good, hard body kick but Tai Kung shrugs it off.
Tai Kung scores with a sloppy right hand. MacArthur Ii should have avoided that one.
A low kick from Tai Kung is predictable there
and MacArthur Ii counters with a nice uppercut.
A big left from Tai Kung misses.
MacArthur Ii misses with a left hand
and Tai Kung counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tai Kung. MacArthur Ii does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
MacArthur Ii has closed the distance and engaged Tai Kung in a clinch.
Tai Kung tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacArthur Ii struggles to land a body shot inside as Tai Kung controls his hands.
MacArthur Ii digs a right hand into Tai Kung's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tai Kung's gas tank.
Tai Kung tries to work over MacArthur Ii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
MacArthur Ii misses with some punches. #T1#
MacArthur Ii blocking some punches.
Tai Kung tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Ii misses with some punches.
Tai Kung lands a right hand.
Nice body punch from MacArthur Ii - that landed with a thud.
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as MacArthur Ii controls the action.
A right hand to the body from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is working MacArthur Ii over against the cage.
MacArthur Ii tries a body shot but Tai Kung blocks it.
MacArthur Ii connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tai Kung's face. #CUT2#It looks like Manolito Tai Kung has been cut.
Tai Kung throws a blind hook that connects with the side of MacArthur Iis head.
MacArthur Ii blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land.
Tai Kung stalls.
MacArthur Ii struggles to land a body shot inside as Tai Kung controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
MacArthur Ii lands with a short shot to the head.
Tai Kung taking a breather.
MacArthur Ii can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action.
MacArthur Ii misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacArthur Ii.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from MacArthur Ii.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Tai Kung lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of MacArthur Ii backwards.
Tai Kung lands with a short punch from the clinch.
MacArthur Ii tries to throw a body punch but Tai Kung avoids it by throwing MacArthur Ii back against the cage.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tai Kung pushes MacArthur Ii back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tai Kung misses with the head strike.
MacArthur Ii takes a shot to the head.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right handed body shot lands from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tai Kung tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hand to the body from Tai Kung.
A nice left hand lands by MacArthur Ii.
Tai Kung lands a left hand.
MacArthur Ii creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
MacArthur Ii lands a body punch in the clinch. #T3#
MacArthur Ii tries to throw a body punch but Tai Kung avoids it by throwing MacArthur Ii back against the cage.
MacArthur Ii working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tai Kung fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
MacArthur Ii scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tai Kung digs a right hand underneath MacArthur Ii's ribcage. MacArthur Ii let out a lung full of air as it connected.
MacArthur Ii blocks an uppercut.
MacArthur Ii blocking some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for MacArthur Ii.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Ii tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Tai Kung blocks a body shot from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Ii tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
MacArthur Ii has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung.
MacArthur Ii struggles to land a body shot inside as Tai Kung controls his hands.
Tai Kung lands a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung digs a right hand underneath MacArthur Ii's ribcage. MacArthur Ii let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tai Kung is struggling to control the position.
MacArthur Ii misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a punch on the inside.
MacArthur Ii goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Ii lands on the inside with an uppercut.
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!
Tai Kung misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacArthur Ii misses with a body punch.
MacArthur Ii tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land.
Tai Kung misses with some punches.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii misses with a punch on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tai Kung takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
Tai Kung lands with a short head shot on the inside.
MacArthur Ii blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
MacArthur Ii is leaning against Tai Kung and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
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 Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Manolito Tai Kung's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
MacArthur Ii misses with a kick to the body
enabling Tai Kung to counter with a crisp jab.
MacArthur Ii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tai Kung throws a series of strikes that have MacArthur Ii backpedaling. #CUT#It looks like Angus MacArthur Ii has been cut.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the body
and MacArthur Ii counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Ii lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses.
Tai Kung drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
MacArthur Ii lands a nice shot that snaps Tai Kung's head back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung takes a swing at MacArthur Ii's ribcage but misses.
Tai Kung tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
No joy there for Tai Kung, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
MacArthur Ii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tai Kung.
MacArthur Ii throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacArthur Ii connects with a solid leg kick.
MacArthur Ii displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tai Kung throws out the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacArthur Ii. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacArthur Ii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
MacArthur Ii has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tai Kung finds it's way round the side to connect with MacArthur Ii's head.
Manolito Tai Kung is winning the standup battle so far.
Tai Kung throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
MacArthur Ii lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
MacArthur Ii misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely. #KD2#
MacArthur Ii sends Tai Kung crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! MacArthur Ii is motioning to the referee to let Tai Kung up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Tai Kung is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacArthur Ii walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tai Kung throws a head kick but MacArthur Ii moves out of range.
Tai Kung lands a jab to MacArthur Ii's midsection.
Tai Kung lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but MacArthur Ii circles away quickly and effectively.
Angus MacArthur Ii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but MacArthur Ii ducks down to avoid it.
MacArthur Ii lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T3#
MacArthur Ii feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tai Kungs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
MacArthur Ii lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
MacArthur Ii fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tai Kung looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
MacArthur Ii jabs at Tai Kung's body.
MacArthur Ii lands a nice hook to Tai Kung's body. Tai Kung takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
MacArthur Ii just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung throws an off balance right hand
and MacArthur Ii counters with a body kick.
MacArthur Ii takes a swing at Tai Kung's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Tai Kung was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from MacArthur Ii.#T4#
MacArthur Ii misses with the combination.
MacArthur Ii lands with a slapping head kick.
MacArthur Ii throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
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!
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacArthur Ii rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung counters with a nice uppercut.
MacArthur Ii throws a series of punches but Tai Kung avoids them all with ease.
The fighters circling - MacArthur Ii throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Angus MacArthur Ii showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
MacArthur Ii misses with a body kick.
Jab from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tai Kung's head backwards.
Tai Kung lands the left hand.
Nice uppercut lands for MacArthur Ii. That snapped Tai Kung's head back.
A swing and a miss from Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacArthur Ii avoids the body shot from Tai Kung.
MacArthur Ii looks for the body kick but Tai Kung saw that one coming.
MacArthur Ii misses with a right hand
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
MacArthur Ii throws a body shot but no joy.
MacArthur Ii connects with the punch.
MacArthur Ii misses with a left hand
and Tai Kung counters with a nice body shot.
MacArthur Ii misses with a few strikes there.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung slips under a jab.
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
MacArthur Ii swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung lands with an overhand left.#T2#
MacArthur Ii pushes Tai Kung away with a front kick.
MacArthur Ii's corner calls for a 1-2. MacArthur Ii obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Good exchange - Tai Kung coming out on top.
Tai Kung 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.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung lands a jab to MacArthur Ii's midsection.#CL2#
MacArthur Ii drives through and clinches with Tai Kung against the cage.
MacArthur Ii working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tai Kung lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of MacArthur Ii backwards.
MacArthur Ii lands with a short shot to the head.
MacArthur Ii tries to work over Tai Kung's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, MacArthur Ii creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T3#
MacArthur Ii blocks an uppercut.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from MacArthur Ii.
Tai Kung tries a body shot but MacArthur Ii blocks it.
MacArthur Ii pushes Tai Kung back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tai Kung lands a right hand.
Still in the clinch, MacArthur Ii scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tai Kung tries to throw a body punch but MacArthur Ii avoids it by throwing Tai Kung back against the cage.
MacArthur Ii misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tai Kung.
MacArthur Ii misses with a punch on the inside.
MacArthur Ii tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
MacArthur Ii prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
Angus MacArthur Ii seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
MacArthur Ii tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacArthur Ii blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tai Kung doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short uppercut from MacArthur Ii.
Tai Kung tries to throw a body punch but MacArthur Ii avoids it by throwing Tai Kung back against the cage. #T4#
Tai Kung misses with a body punch.
MacArthur Ii working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tai Kung tries a body shot but MacArthur Ii blocks it.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from MacArthur Ii.
MacArthur Ii tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses.
MacArthur Ii blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacArthur Ii.
Still in the clinch, MacArthur Ii scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as MacArthur Ii controls the action.
Tai Kung tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacArthur Ii tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacArthur Ii goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacArthur Ii working some nice short punches in the clinch.
MacArthur Ii is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A short body shot lands from MacArthur Ii as the two fighters clinch.
MacArthur Ii can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action.
A shot in the inside from MacArthur Ii.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Angus MacArthur Ii!
A relieved looking Angus MacArthur Ii 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: C134: Dixon vs. McKraken
Date: Oct 08, 2022

#R1#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Chelios. Tai Kung shrugs it off though.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chelios manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung takes one to the chin there.
Chelios stuns Tai Kung with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the side of Chelios's head but Chelios sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chelios throws a left and a right that both miss
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chelios connects with a nice looking jab.
Tai Kung scores with a jab.
Tai Kung misses with a leg kick
and Chelios makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Chelios misses with a few strikes there.
And Tai Kung counters with a quick kick to the body but Chelios blocks it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chelios paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Chelios throws a lazy uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Chelios steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a chopping leg kick but Chelios manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chelios throws out the jab.
Tai Kung swinging wildly here.
Chelios attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Chelios just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung throws a combination that misses
and Chelios counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Chelios's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tai Kung connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Chelios scrambles back to his feet.
Chelios misses with a jab to the body
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Chelios lands a leg kick that knocks Tai Kung off balance momentarily.
Chelios throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Chelios moves away from the strike by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung scores with a hook.
Chelios misses with an uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chelios looks to score with a jab to the body but Tai Kung is just out of range.
As Chelios looks to move away, Tai Kung throws a big counter combo but Chelios just gets out of the way.
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Chelios is just out of range.
Chelios throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chelios moves out of range of the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tai Kung. Chelios does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
A nice leg kick from Chelios, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chelios throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Chelios scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Chelios fails in his attempt to clinch.
Chelios misses with a series of wild punches.
Tai Kung throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Chelios counter with a right hand.
A low kick from Tai Kung misses
and Chelios counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chelios connects with a jab.
Chelios scores with a jab. Tai Kung acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4#
Tai Kung moves away from the strike by Chelios.
It looked like Tai Kung wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chelios scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A punch combination from Tai Kung misses.
Chelios cracks Tai Kung with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Chelios is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tai Kung had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tai Kung lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Tai Kung fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Chelios is out of range.
Tai Kung fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Chelios on the side of the head.
Tai Kung throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Chelios throws an overhand right that lands on Tai Kung's shoulder, as Tai Kung tries to avoid the shot.
Chelios bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tai Kung's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jensen Chelios will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Chelios motions for Tai Kung to come forward. Chelios throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Chelios scoring well with a low kick there.
Nice cross by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
Chelios takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tai Kung bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Chelios in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Tai Kung connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chelios.
Tai Kung is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tai Kung might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Chelios misses with a looping left.#T1#
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Chelios connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chelios throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Chelios clinches.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
Tai Kung lands with a left to the head.
Chelios misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tai Kung.
Chelios lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Chelios lands a body shot.
Chelios gets through Tai Kung's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Chelios blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tai Kung wants to stall.
Chelios scores with a hook to the body.
Tai Kung works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
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!
Tai Kung scores with a nice hook to the head.#T2#
Chelios throws a head punch that misses.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Chelios or not.
Chelios lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Chelios landing knees to the body.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chelios tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Chelios fails to land.
Tai Kung lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Chelios fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung lands a right hand that snaps the head of Chelios backwards.
Chelios blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung wants to stall.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Manolito Tai Kung has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
Chelios scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chelios scores with a shoulder strike.
Tai Kung taking a breather. #T3#
Tai Kung avoiding damage as Chelios throws knees to the body.
Good body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands with a short shot to the head.
Tai Kung misses with a body punch.
Tai Kung misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tai Kung misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is working Chelios over against the cage.
Chelios tries to throw a body punch but Tai Kung avoids it by throwing Chelios back against the cage.
Tai Kung is pushing Chelios up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tai Kung.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Chelios.
Chelios misses with a body punch.
Chelios with a knee to the head.
A right hand to the body from Chelios.
Chelios throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tai Kung blocks it with crossed arms.
Tai Kung tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Chelios lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tai Kung scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chelios lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tai Kung swings wildly with an uppercut but Chelios uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right handed body shot lands from Chelios.
Chelios tries to throw a body punch but Tai Kung avoids it by throwing Chelios back against the cage.
Chelios scores a nice knee to the body.
A right hand to the body from Chelios.
Chelios presses Tai Kung against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Chelios scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Chelios lands an uppercut.
A short right from Chelios.
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Chelios.
A short left from Tai Kung.
Chelios misses with the head strike.
Chelios lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jensen Chelios showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. 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#
Tai Kung swings away with a body shot that misses
and Chelios cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chelios manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Chelios misses with a hook.
Tai Kung throws a lazy uppercut #KD2#
and Chelios counters with a nice right hand that sends Tai Kung toppling to the canvas! Tai Kung scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Chelios finish him?!#ROC2#Tai Kung is rocked!
Chelios cracks Tai Kung with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Tai Kung tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Chelios pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Tai Kung is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jensen Chelios!
An out of breath Jensen Chelios thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: C130: Graves vs. De Minaur
Date: Sep 24, 2022

#R1#
Tai Kung takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Road bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've been hearing reports that Road has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Road uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A nice leg kick lands there from Road.
Road's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tai Kung under the eye.#TD#
Road drives through with a takedown into guard.
Road with a flurry of punches that miss.
Road missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Road throws a big elbow that misses.
Road is looking to work some ground and pound but Tai Kung has wrist control.
Tai Kung utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Road is in close to Tai Kung's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Road has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Road accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Road throwing strikes but missing.
Road throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Tai Kung preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Road throwing strikes but missing.
Tai Kung has control of Road's left arm, preventing Road from doing any damage.
Road postures up in Tai Kung's guard and throws a big left but Tai Kung blocks it.
Tai Kung preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Road throws a big right hand that misses.
Road preventing the sweep.
Road trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Road with a flurry of punches that miss.
Road throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Road throwing strikes but missing.
Road throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Tai Kung preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Road throwing strikes but missing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Road accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Road is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Tai Kung controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Road throwing strikes from guard but Tai Kung blocks nicely.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Road accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Road working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tai Kung not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Road is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Road throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tai Kung works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Road working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Tai Kung utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Road distracts Tai Kung with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Road throws a big elbow that misses.
Tai Kung looking to control.
Tai Kung avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Road throws a big right hand that misses.
Tai Kung preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Road accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Road preventing the sweep.
Road postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Road content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Road throwing strikes but missing.
Road postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4#
Road throwing strikes but missing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Road accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tai Kung avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Road loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Road throws a big right hand that misses.
Road trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Road in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tai Kung pulls Road in to control the position.
Road working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Road postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tai Kung avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tai Kung working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tai Kung on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Raate Road dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Road darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A jab from Road does it's job there.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but Road avoids the punch easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Road. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
Road loads up on a big right hand but Tai Kung slips the punch.
Road throws a leg kick but Tai Kung sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick and Road moves out of range easily.
Tai Kung walks into a straight right hand from Road.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Road 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 Tai Kung has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tai Kung and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Tai Kung doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Road misses with a hook.
Tai Kung is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Road with a body shot.
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Road throws out the jab.
Road looks to land a right hand but Tai Kung moved out of range.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Road sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
Road bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T1#
Road looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Tai Kung is avoiding damage well.
Road throwing strikes but Tai Kung manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Road tries to bench press Tai Kung off him but Tai Kung keeps the position.
Road manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Road throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Road scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nice strikes from Road there.
Tai Kung is positioning himself well to prevent Road advancing to mount.
Road not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Tai Kung tries to get to full guard but Road has control of the leg.
Road wants to pass the guard but Tai Kung is defending well. #T2#
Road missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Road is pressing down on Tai Kung's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tai Kung is holding on for now. #SUB#
Road is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Tai Kung is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tai Kung avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Road.
Road missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Road is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Road drops an elbow to the side of Tai Kung's head. #T3#
Road sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tai Kung defending well though.
Road thows a huge punch but Tai Kung dodges it nicely.
Raate Road overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Road lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Tai Kung avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Road.
Road not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Tai Kung is looking to control Road's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tai Kung avoid being mounted?
Road thows a huge punch but Tai Kung dodges it nicely.
Tai Kung trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tai Kung manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Road throwing strikes but missing.
Road throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
Road makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Road throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Road with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tai Kung utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Road throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Road loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Road with a flurry of punches that miss.
Road with a flurry of punches that miss.
Road scoring with some ground and pound.
Road with a flurry of punches that miss.
Road throws a big elbow that misses.
Road postures up and lands a big shot to Tai Kung's brow.
Road missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Raate Road dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Nice uppercut lands for Road. That snapped Tai Kung's head back.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but Road ducks down to avoid it.
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Road.
Road throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tai Kung moves forwards but Road connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Road connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tai Kung momentarily.
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Road.
Road shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tai Kung as he avoids it easily.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Road is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tai Kung.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Raate Road seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tai Kung throws a nice looking combination but Road bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Road misses with an uppercut.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Road avoids it with no problem.
Road tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1#
Road is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Road scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Road.
Road throws a right hand that misses
and Road takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tai Kung throws a body punch but Road moves out of range.
Road tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tai Kung was well out of range. Poor timing from Road.
Road throws a right hand that Tai Kung ducks under and follows up with a left that Tai Kung also avoids with ease.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Road slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Road looks to score with a jab to the body but Tai Kung is just out of range.
Road keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
Road throws the left hand but Tai Kung avoids the punch easily.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Road.
Tai Kung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Road.#T2#
A lazy left from Tai Kung finds it's target.
Tai Kung looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A shot to the liver by Tai Kung. Beautiful body shot.
Road throws a jab but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung takes a swing at Road's ribcage but misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Road displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Road misses with a straight left.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD#
Road manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tai Kung on his heels. He'll look to pass Tai Kung's guard now, I'm sure.
Tai Kung preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Tai Kung is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Road with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Tai Kung utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Road is looking to work some ground and pound but Tai Kung has wrist control.
Road with a nice head shot there.
Road postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Road throwing strikes but missing.
Road chips away with some ground and pound.
Tai Kung looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Road postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Road scoring with punches to the head and body.
Road postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Road trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Road working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tai Kung's head.#T4#
Road working some strikes from top position.
Tai Kung is trying to control the position but Road postures up.
Road postures up in Tai Kung's guard and throws a big left but Tai Kung blocks it.
Road throws a big right hand that misses.
Road throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tai Kung works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tai Kung is looking to stand up but Road isn't so interested in that idea.
Road trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Road looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Road drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Tai Kung manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Road has Tai Kung in his guard.#REVB#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Road working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tai Kung doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tai Kung manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Raate Road clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Road feints and then cracks Tai Kung's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tai Kung down.
Road throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Road takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A cross from Road lands.
Road slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Road is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tai Kung can do to turn this around?
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Road.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Road blocks it.
Road throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Tai Kung feints a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Road throws a nice inside leg kick.
Road fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Road throws a leg kick but Tai Kung sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Road cracks Tai Kung with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
Tai Kung fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Road connects with a solid leg kick.
Road throws a low kick but Tai Kung avoids it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Road.
Tai Kung is looking for the big counter here.
Road ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Road throws a jab when Tai Kung was well out of range.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Road bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tai Kung's head backwards.
Road pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Raate Road is winning the standup battle so far.
Road shoots in looking for a takedown. Tai Kung tries to sprawl out of it but Road keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tai Kung manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
Road thuds his right hand into Tai Kung's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Road lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tai Kung at a distance.
Road slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Road looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Road connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tai Kung's hands.
Tai Kung avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Road throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tai Kung only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Road throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Road.
Tai Kung defending well as Road loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters circling - Road throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
Road walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tai Kung checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Road.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut.
Danga de danga de dang - Road scores with a four punch combination!
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Road throws out the jab.
Tai Kung misses the jab.
Road throws a nice inside leg kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Road.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Raate Road. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Road lunges at Tai Kung with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tai Kung's hand.
Tai Kung misses with a straight left. #T4#
Road throws a big shot that misses.
Road pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tai Kung is out of range and Road settles back down.
A jab from Road misses.
Road lands a body shot.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Road.
Tai Kung is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Road with a body shot.
Road displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Road misses with a straight right.
Road misses with a low kick as Tai Kung jumps back.
Tai Kung 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.
Road throws a head kick but Tai Kung moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Road keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Road to score with a decent uppercut.
Tai Kung tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Road is able to avoid easily.
Road tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tai Kung was well out of range. Poor timing from Road.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Raate Road had his way with Manolito Tai Kung in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Tai Kung with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Road to score with a decent uppercut.
A good leg kick by Road.
Road keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
Road misses with a series of wild punches.
Tai Kung takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tai Kung chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Road can pounce on him.
Tai Kung takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung checks the leg kick nicely there.
Road uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
Road walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tai Kung takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Road. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
Road lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tai Kung at a distance.
Road throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tai Kung stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Road throws a good cross that connects.
Road looks to throw the jab but Tai Kung is out of range.
Road walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tai Kung checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Road lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Tai Kung waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Road.
Road fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tai Kung checks it well.
Nice defenses there by Road.
Road feinted with a counter takedown.
Road jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Manolito Tai Kung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that lands on Road's shoulder, as Road tries to avoid the shot.
Road attempts a counter takedown but Tai Kung avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Road.
Road throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Road waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tai Kung.
Road rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tai Kung moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Road closes the distance and clinches up with Tai Kung, looking for a takedown. Road pushes Tai Kung against the cage but Tai Kung circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Road misses with an uppercut. Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Road lands a jab to the head.
Tai Kung avoids the body shot from Road.
Road pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Road throws a leg kick but Tai Kung sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Road avoids it with no problem.
Road connects with a crisp jab.
Tai Kung closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Manolito Tai Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Tai Kung on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tai Kung swinging wildly here.
Tai Kung on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Road takes one on the button.
Road scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Road throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Road keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
The crowd cheers as Road lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tai Kung doesn't seem phased though.
Tai Kung throws out a loose jab but Road uses good head movement to avoid it.
Road appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Road misses the jab.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Nice cross by Road.
Tai Kung uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Road.
Road scores with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Road moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Road throws a lazy right hand but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tai Kung takes one to the chin there.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Road.
Tai Kung tries a low kick but Road avoids it.
Road tests Tai Kung's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Road cracks Tai Kung with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 50:45
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 50:44
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 50:45

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

Event: C127: Moore vs. Tai Kung
Date: Sep 10, 2022

#R1#
A jab from Moore finds it's way through Tai Kung's defenses.
Tai Kung swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Moore misses with a hook
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Angelo Moore has been cut.
A slow jab from Moore misses its intended target.
Moore connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tai Kung ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tai Kung throws a counter combo.
Tai Kung's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Moore connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tai Kung scrambles back to his feet.
Moore looks to land a left hand but Tai Kung moved out of range nicely.
Moore slips under a jab.
Tai Kung throws a jab when Moore was well out of range.
Moore lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A swing and a miss from Moore.
Tai Kung lands with a kick to the ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Moore feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tai Kungs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Moore misses with a lunging right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a nice uppercut.
Moore definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Moore connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Moore lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tai Kung circles away quickly and effectively.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Moore misses with an uppercut. Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Tai Kung has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Tai Kung checks the leg kick.
Tai Kung misses with a wild body shot.
Tai Kung looks to land a right hand but Moore moved out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Moore, as that shot connected.
Tai Kung keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Moore.
A countering left hand to the body from Tai Kung misses.
Moore connects with a solid leg kick.
Moore misses with a left hand
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Moore has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tai Kung takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Moore connects with the punch.
An inside leg kick from Moore misses.
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung blocks a jab.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Moore throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tai Kung on the side of the head.
Moore throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tai Kung checks a leg kick.
Moore connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Moore misses with an uppercut.
Despite the aggression on Tai Kung's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Angelo Moore seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Moore scoring well with a low kick there.
Moore slips under a jab from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tai Kung lands with a shot to the body.
Moore fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Moore throws a lazy uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a nice body shot.
Moore fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tai Kung on the side of the head.
Tai Kung checks a low kick from Moore.
Moore misses with a lunging right hand
and Tai Kung counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Moore is just out of range.#T3#
Moore misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely.
Moore throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Moore cracks Tai Kung with a right hand to the side of the head.#KD2#
Tai Kung lands a big right hand that sends Moore crashing to the mat! Tai Kung stays standing though and waves Moore back to his feet!
Moore throws a big shot that misses.
Moore throws a series of punches but Tai Kung avoids them all with ease.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick but Moore sees it coming and moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moore darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Moore ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Moore misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely.
Moore pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tai Kung back to the cage. Moore follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Moore checks a leg kick.
Moore just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Tai Kung.#T4#
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
Tai Kung checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tai Kung throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tai Kung throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tai Kung misses with a straight left.
Moore is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A punch lands to the side of Tai Kung 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tai Kung connects with a solid leg kick.
Tai Kung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Moore.
Tai Kung tries a head kick but it misses.
Moore misses with the combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Moore strikes.
Moore throws a jab when Tai Kung was well out of range.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Moore.
Despite the aggression on Tai Kung's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A big right from Tai Kung misses.
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 Angelo Moore will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Angelo Moore's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that lands on Moore's shoulder, as Moore tries to avoid the shot.
Moore misses with a lunging right hand
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#Angelo Moore's cut is getting worse.
Moore turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tai Kung waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Moore.
Tai Kung slips a straight right by Moore.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Moore swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Moore throws a sloppy head kick and Tai Kung moves out of range easily.
Moore throws out a loose jab but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tai Kung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Moore.
Tai Kung tries a quick counter leg kick but Moore is wise to it.
Moore takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Moore at a distance.
A left and a right from Tai Kung both land. Nice combination.
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!
Moore pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Moore uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Moore on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CUT2#Angelo Moore's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T1#
Tai Kung throws the left hand but Moore avoids the punch easily.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Moore.
A big left from Moore misses.
Tai Kung throws a counter combo.
Tai Kung buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Moore steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Moore fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tai Kung misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tai Kung throws a big shot that misses.
Moore throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Moore checks a leg kick.
Moore ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Tai Kung clobbers Moore with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tai Kung lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#ROC2#Moore is rocked!#CUT2#Jeez, Angelo Moore's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Moore with a hook.
Oh Moore is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Moore loads up on a big right hand but Tai Kung slips the punch.
Moore seems to have got his legs back now.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A low kick lands for Moore.
Moore connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Moore dips to his left and cracks Tai Kung with an uppercut!
Moore rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tai Kung ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Moore ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Moore.
Tai Kung misses with a hook. Moore ducked under it nicely.
Tai Kung's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Moore misses with a few strikes there.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Moore misses with a head kick.
Tai Kung is looking to score with low kicks.
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Moore.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Moore connects with a looping right hand.
Tai Kung chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Moore can pounce on him.
Tai Kung takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tai Kung with the inside leg kick.
Tai Kung wants to slow Moore down by chopping away at his legs.
Tai Kung throws a shot from downtown. Moore moves away and avoids it.
Moore connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Moore throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung throws a big shot that misses.
Moore slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Moore. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
Moore avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tai Kung takes one to the side of the head.
Moore misses with an uppercut. Tai Kung saw that one coming.#T4#
Moore loads up on a big right hand but Tai Kung slips the punch.
Tai Kung appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Moore scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moore with a hook.
Tai Kung takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Angelo Moore is winning the standup battle so far.
Tai Kung keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Moore tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Moore misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely.
Tai Kung moves away from the strike by Moore.
Tai Kung swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Moore misses with a head kick.
Nice defenses there by Moore.
Tai Kung has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Moore looks to land a combination but Tai Kung avoids it well.
Tai Kung doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Moore slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Moore throws a looping overhand right but Tai Kung ducks down to avoid it.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Angelo Moore will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Angelo Moore's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Tai Kung throws a hook to the side of Moore's head but Moore sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Moore throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Moore throws the left hand but Tai Kung avoids the punch easily.
Moore misses with a double jab.
A nice side step and Tai Kung releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Moore manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Moore misses the target.
Jab from Moore.
A big right from Moore misses.
Tai Kung now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Moore displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Moore uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Moore slips under a jab from Tai Kung.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Moore misses with a straight left.
Moore will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
Tai Kung shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Moore swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Moore has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Moore lands a nice shot that snaps Tai Kung's head back.
Moore throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Moore throws a low kick, looking for Tai Kung's leg but Tai Kung calmly moves out of range.
Tai Kung was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Moore rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #KD2#
Tai Kung drops Moore with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Moore looks back up at him and smiles so Tai Kung waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Angelo Moore's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Manolito Tai Kung!
Manolito Tai Kung decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: C122: Moore vs. Road
Date: Aug 21, 2022

#R1#
Chelios swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chelios takes one to the side of the head.
Tai Kung takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tai Kung digs a good hook to Chelios's body.
Chelios walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tai Kung looks to throw a body kick
and Tai Kung takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tai Kung throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick
and Chelios connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tai Kung swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chelios is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tai Kung avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T1#
Chelios throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Chelios misses with a head kick.
Chelios throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Chelios moves out of range of the strikes.
Chelios tries to counter by closing the distance.
Chelios connects with an inside leg kick.
Chelios moves in looking to clinch but Tai Kung pushes him off.
Tai Kung throws a body punch but Chelios moves out of range.
Chelios 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.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut.
Chelios changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Chelios scores with a head kick. #T2#
Chelios moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Tai Kung.
Chelios lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
Chelios forces Tai Kung back against the cage and clinches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chelios doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tai Kung definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Chelios misses with some punches.
Tai Kung avoiding damage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tai Kung.
Chelios lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Chelios doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tai Kung leaning against his opponent.
Chelios misses with some punches.
Chelios crunches a lovely knee into Tai Kung's ribcage.
Tai Kung is breathing heavily.
Chelios missing with knees to the body. #T3#
Tai Kung managing to block the knees to the body from Chelios.
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land.
Tai Kung lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Chelios lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
Tai Kung pushes Chelios back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land.
Tai Kung lands with a short shot to the head.
Chelios misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chelios's elbow.
Chelios lands with a left to the head.
Chelios lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tai Kung.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
Chelios throws a head punch that misses.
Chelios scores with a shoulder strike.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Chelios.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Chelios.
Tai Kung tries to work over Chelios's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Chelios misses with some punches.
Chelios struggles to land a body shot inside as Tai Kung controls his hands.
A shot in the inside from Chelios.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Chelios's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as Chelios controls the action.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tai Kung creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Chelios.
Chelios lands a right hand.
Chelios cracks Tai Kung with a nice body shot.
Chelios misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung tries to throw a body punch but Chelios avoids it by throwing Tai Kung back against the cage.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from Chelios.
Chelios lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Chelios lands a hook to the side of the head.
Chelios pushes Tai Kung back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Tai Kung.
Chelios swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chelios landing knees to the body.
Chelios trying to stall but Tai Kung improves his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jensen Chelios dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tai Kung fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Chelios wants to counter with a clinch but Tai Kung pushes him away.
Chelios moves out of range as Tai Kung strikes.
Chelios keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Chelios steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tai Kung.
Nice uppercut lands for Chelios. That snapped Tai Kung's head back.
Some bone on bone action there as Tai Kung checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jensen Chelios seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chelios comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tai Kung misses with a lunging right hand
and Chelios counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice leg kick from Chelios, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chelios tries a low kick but Tai Kung avoids it.
Chelios just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Chelios throws a head kick that misses
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chelios scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chelios.
Chelios avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Chelios connects with a solid leg kick.
Chelios throws a leg kick
and Tai Kung counters with a straight right hand.
A chopping leg kick lands by Chelios.
Tai Kung checks a leg kick.
A head kick misses from Chelios. #T2#
Tai Kung throws a low kick but Chelios avoids it.
Chelios with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Chelios thumps Tai Kung with a low kick.
Chelios scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tai Kung doesn't seem bothered though.
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!
Chelios scores with a leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Chelios darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tai Kung connects with a single shot there.
Tai Kung is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tai Kung blocks a head kick by Chelios.
As Chelios backs away, Tai Kung returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T3#
Chelios misses with a few strikes there.
It looked like Tai Kung wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Chelios rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung counters with a stiff right hand.
Chelios connects with a solid leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Tai Kung, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chelios moves away from the strike by Tai Kung.
Chelios is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Chelios tries a head kick but it misses.
Chelios has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Chelios fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick
and Chelios counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Chelios jabs Tai Kung to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tai Kung swats away the attempt to clinch by Chelios.
Chelios uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chelios works over Tai Kung's head and body with a nice combination.
Tai Kung fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL2#
Chelios darts in and clinches Tai Kung up against the cage.
A short left from Chelios.
Chelios throws a punch but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Chelios misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chelios lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jensen Chelios showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
Tai Kung misses with a series of wild punches.
Chelios scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Tai Kung swats away the attempt to clinch by Chelios.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from Tai Kung. #T1##CL2#
Chelios closes the distance and pushes Tai Kung back into the cage.
Tai Kung blocks a body shot from Chelios.
Chelios lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Tai Kung swings wildly with an uppercut but Chelios uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short uppercut from Tai Kung.
Chelios lands a body shot.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses.
Chelios lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tai Kung misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Chelios.
Chelios misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Chelios misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tai Kung blocks a body shot from Chelios.
Chelios working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Tai Kung managing to block the knees to the body from Chelios.
Chelios lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chelios swings wildly with an uppercut but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tai Kung throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Chelioss head.
Chelios doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Chelios lands a right hand.
Chelios blocking some punches.
Chelios scores with a shoulder strike.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
Chelios lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tai Kung or not.
Good body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A body shot lands from Tai Kung.
Chelios is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Chelios lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Chelios fails to land.
A short right from Chelios on the inside.
Manolito Tai Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Tai Kung lands a right hand.
Tai Kung blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tai Kung is leaning against Chelios and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Chelios with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Chelios has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung.
Chelios working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Chelios lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jensen Chelios is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
Chelios prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
A short right from Tai Kung.
Chelios lands a left hand.
A shot in the inside from Chelios.
Chelios doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tai Kung doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Chelios throws a head punch that misses.
Chelios tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Tai Kung lands a nice shot to the body.
Chelios swings wildly with an uppercut but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung lands a right hand that snaps the head of Chelios backwards.
Tai Kung struggles to land a body shot inside as Chelios controls his hands.
Chelios tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Tai Kung.
Chelios is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tai Kung is defending well for now.
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tai Kung scores with a shot to the side of Chelios's head.
Tai Kung pushes Chelios back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.

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

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

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

Event: C117: Al Balushi vs. Ji-Woo
Date: Jul 30, 2022

#R1#
Lancaster throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.
Lancaster misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tai Kung doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lancaster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Lancaster with a hook.
Tai Kung throws a low kick, looking for Lancaster's leg but Lancaster calmly moves out of range.
Tai Kung closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Lancaster's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tai Kung connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lancaster scrambles back to his feet.
Lancaster 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.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lancaster.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Lancaster avoids it easily.
Tai Kung stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lancaster lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tai Kung drops Lancaster with a huge uppercut! Lancaster drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Tai Kung is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
A very excited looking Manolito Tai Kung made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: CFC 498: Nagasaki v Saggy D
Date: Jul 09, 2022

#R1#
Feet misses with a body punch
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Seemah Feet has been cut.
Feet swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung dips to his left and cracks Feet with an uppercut!
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
Feet misses with a wild body shot.
Feet connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tai Kung momentarily.
Feet throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#Feet is rocked!
Tai Kung throws the kick towards the body but Feet avoids it.#CL2#
Feet gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Feet is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Tai Kung pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Feet tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Feet scores with a shoulder strike.
Feet throws a head punch that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
Tai Kung misses with a hook from the clinch.
Feet lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Feet can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action. #T1#
Tai Kung lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Feet lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Feet tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Tai Kung doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tai Kung.
A right handed body shot lands from Feet. #TD2#
Feet pulls guard.
Tai Kung stopping the sweep attempt from Feet.
Tai Kung lands a couple of digs.
Feet wants to hit a sweep here but Tai Kung passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Feet there!
Feet flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Feet sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Feet is trying to control but can't. #T2#
Feet is trying to get back to full guard.
Feet wants to control but Tai Kung is keeping busy.
Tai Kung is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Feet is trying to get back to full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Feet gets full guard.
Feet looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Feet isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Tai Kung stacks Feet 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 Tai Kung!
Feet is looking to regain half guard here but Tai Kung keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Feet keeps trying to improve his position.
Feet sneaks back into half guard.
Tai Kung blocks the strikes from Feet. #SUB2#
Feet looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Feet wants to control but Tai Kung is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Feet looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Feet looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Feet trying to control from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Feet is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tai Kung pulls his head out easily.
Tai Kung working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2#
Feet actively working from the bottom here.
Feet trying to hold on to Tai Kung's head to control him but Tai Kung postures up.
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 Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Seemah Feet'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.#R2#
Feet avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Feet scores with a jab.
Feet looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Seemah Feet seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung keeps the fight on the outside.
Feet lands a jab to the head.
An inside leg kick lands from Feet.
Feet blocks a jab.
Feet shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Feet takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Feet tries to clinch but Tai Kung is having none of it.
Tai Kung swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Feet closes the distance but Tai Kung moves to the side
and Tai Kung counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Feet is just out of range.
Feet uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.#T1#
Feet lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tai Kung misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Feet on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Feet swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tai Kung has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Feet.
Feet lands a body shot.
Feet ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Feet throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Feet misses the target.
Feet misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tai Kung counters with a stiff right hand.
Feet just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Tai Kung wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL2#
Feet has taken the fight to the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from Feet.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Feet.
Feet tries for a takedown but Tai Kung manages to get underhooks.
Tai Kung misses with some punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tai Kung lands with a right to the head.
Feet just leaning against Tai Kung, taking a breather.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Good body shot from Tai Kung.
Feet throws a punch but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
A shot in the inside from Tai Kung.
Manolito Tai Kung has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tai Kung pushes Feet back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Feet swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tai Kung taking a breather.
Feet has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Feet.
Feet blocking some punches.
Feet blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Feet tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Tai Kung is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Manolito Tai Kung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Seemah Feet.#T3#
Feet fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Feet blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tai Kung just leaning against Feet, taking a breather.
Feet working aggressively here.
Feet drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tai Kung pulls his leg out and moves away.
Feet misses with a leg kick
and Tai Kung counters with a nice uppercut.
A big left from Tai Kung misses.
Tai Kung scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Feet doesn't seem bothered though.
Feet is breathing heavily.
Tai Kung throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Feet throws a poor cross that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a huge left! Feet is in big trouble! He's backing up but Tai Kung isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Feet from any more damage. A dominating finish by Tai Kung!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
Manolito Tai Kung retains his welterweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Manolito Tai Kung thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CFC 492: Tai Kung v Line
Date: Jun 15, 2022

#R1#
Tai Kung tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#CL2#
Line gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Line doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Line.
Line makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Line lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Line.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tai Kung lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Line blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Line fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Line lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Line tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tai Kung just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tai Kung struggles to land a body shot inside as Line controls his hands. #BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Line throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Tai Kung to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Mareth Line has been cut.
A jab from Line does it's job there.#T1#
Tai Kung misses with a hook
and Line counters with a good low kick that Tai Kung was not able to check.
Line tries to close the distance and clinch but Tai Kung swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tai Kung throwing a counter right hand but Line manages to avoid it.
A good leg kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Tai Kung misses the target.
Line scores with a nice right hand.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a poor cross that misses
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung missing with a left hand there. Line was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Line tries to clinch up.#T2#
Line throws a hook but Tai Kung blocks it.
Line tries to clinch there but Tai Kung circles away.
Line walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but Line ducks down to avoid it.
Tai Kung fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line tries to land a body kick
and Tai Kung counters with a nice body shot.
Line misses with a jab to the body
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tai Kung takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T3#
Tai Kung throws a right hand that misses
and Line counters with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung avoids a kick to the body.
A lazy body kick from Line
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Line.
Line moves out of range of the strikes.
Tai Kung is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung's corner calls for a 1-2. Tai Kung obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Line moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Tai Kung tries to land a body kick
and Line counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Tai Kung ducks down to avoid it.
Line throws a looping overhand right but Tai Kung ducks down to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Tai Kung tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Line tries to grapple but his opponent circles #KD#
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp right hand that drops Line! Tai Kung lets Line back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Line has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tai Kung throws a lazy uppercut
and Line counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
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 Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mareth Line's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Line avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Line is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tai Kung with a body shot.
Tai Kung throws out a loose jab but Line uses good head movement to avoid it.
Line looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tai Kung throws a half hearted mid kick.
A punch lands to the side of Tai Kung 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Good standup being displayed there by Line as he connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line moves away from the strike by Tai Kung.
Good standup being displayed there by Line as he connects with a hook.
Line ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Line swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Line ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Line throws a right hand that misses
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
Line throws out a counter right but Tai Kung avoids it with no problem.
Line blocks a jab.
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Line is just out of range.#CL2#
Line closes the distance and pushes Tai Kung back into the cage.
Line swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Line prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
A right hook to the body lands for Tai Kung.
Line working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Line works on Tai Kung's body with a couple of short punches.#T2#
A head punch on the inside from Line fails to land.
Line misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short uppercut from Tai Kung.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Line lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Line misses with a hook to the ribs.
Line blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Line lands a body shot.
Tai Kung's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung scores with a hook to the body.
Still in the clinch, Line scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tai Kung is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Line blocks an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Tai Kung.
Mareth Line seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Line breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tai Kung throws a jab when Line was well out of range.#T3#
Tai Kung looks to land a right hand but Line moved out of range.
Line looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Line throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tai Kung lands a jab to the nose.
Tai Kung swats away the attempt to clinch by Line.
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Line counters with a two punch combo.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Tai Kung.#T4#
Line keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Line uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tai Kung.
Line connects with a jab.
Line takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A low kick lands for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Line moves away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Line checks a leg kick.
Despite the aggression on Line's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but Line avoids the punch easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mareth Line's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Tai Kung swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tai Kung swings widly with a right hand
and Line counters with a straight right hand.
Tai Kung moves out of range of the strikes.
Line scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Line swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tai Kung makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
A little jabbing left from Line on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A good leg kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick
and Line counters with a big head kick but Tai Kung shrugs it off.
Tai Kung misses with a straight right. #T1#
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Line counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Line throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tai Kung sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tai Kung tried to counter with a leg kick but Line avoided it.
Line fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Line was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Line manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
Line swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
Tai Kung throws out a leg kick but Line moves out of range and Tai Kung only half commits. #T2#
Tai Kung thows a leg kick but Line checks it
and Line cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.
Tai Kung misses with a lunging right hand
and Line counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big right from Line misses.
Tai Kung swings widly with a right hand
and Line counters with a nice leg kick.
A shot to the body from Tai Kung misses
and Line counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A lazy left from Tai Kung finds it's target.#T3#
Line ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Line lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL2#
Line clinches.
Tai Kung fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tai Kung tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Line throws a head punch that misses.
Line working aggressively here.
Line has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung.
Line can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action.
Line lands with a light punch inside.
Line lands an uppercut.
Line misses with a punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Line. #T4#
Line lands a nice shot to the body.
Line presses Tai Kung against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Line's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tai Kung misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Line connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tai Kung looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Line lands a jab to the nose.
Tai Kung lands an overhand right.
Line tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Line wants to clinch but Tai Kung slips to the side
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A clash of legs there as Line blocks the low kick.
The fighters circling - Tai Kung throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Line is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tai Kung with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mareth Line really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mareth Line'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.#R4#
Line with a jab.
Line misses with a right hand
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Line fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Tai Kung with a nice cross.
Line throws a head kick that misses
and Tai Kung counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Line throws an off balance right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a stiff right hand.
Line uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.#T1#
Good leg kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung loads up on a big right hand but Line slips the punch.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot.
Tai Kung backing away here, and Line unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Line misses with an uppercut. Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Manolito Tai Kung is winning the standup battle so far.
Line works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Line tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Line avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Line! But no joy.
Line throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tai Kung on the side of the head. #T2#
Line's corner calls for a 1-2. Line obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Line connects with a leg kick.
Line throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tai Kung rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Line counters with a straight right hand.
Line avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick lands for Tai Kung. #T3#
Line thows a leg kick but Tai Kung checks it
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Line lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Line strikes.
Line misses with a right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a stiff right hand.
Tai Kung scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#ROC#Line is rocked!
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that drops Line like a sack of potatoes! Tai Kung dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
Manolito Tai Kung retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath Manolito Tai Kung thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CFC 483: Wallace v Outlaw
Date: May 15, 2022

#R1#
Strauss feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tai Kungs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A slapping leg kick lands for Strauss.
Strauss lands an overhand right.
Tai Kung stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tai Kung lands the left hand.#CUT2#It looks like Wilhelm Strauss has been cut.
Tai Kung connects with a nice looking jab.
Strauss checks a leg kick nicely.
Strauss digs a good hook to Tai Kung's body.
Strauss walks into a stiff left hand from Tai Kung.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strauss avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big right from Strauss misses.
Strauss lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
An inside leg kick lands from Strauss.
Strauss blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
Strauss's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Strauss duly obliges.
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Strauss is just out of range.
Strauss 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.
Strauss displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tai Kung throws out the jab.
Strauss on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Strauss throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Strauss throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tai Kung misses the jab.
Strauss steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Strauss fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tai Kung misses with a straight left.
Wilhelm Strauss seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strauss connects with a body shot that sends Tai Kung's belly button to the back.#T2#
Strauss looks to land a right hand but Tai Kung moved out of range.
A swing and a miss from Tai Kung.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Strauss waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tai Kung.
Strauss misses with an uppercut.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Strauss avoids it with no problem.
Tai Kung takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tai Kung misses the jab.
A swing and a miss from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Strauss throws out the jab.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A left and a right from Strauss both land. Nice combination.
Strauss looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
A jab from Strauss misses.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The fighters circle momentarily. Strauss darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Strauss ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Strauss misses with an uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a right hand to the body.
Strauss lands a jab to the nose.
Tai Kung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strauss.
Tai Kung feints a counter leg kick.
Tai Kung feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Strausss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Strauss misses with a low kick.
Tai Kung ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tai Kung only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Strauss avoids it easily.
Strauss pushes Tai Kung away with a front kick.
Tai Kung throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
It looked like Strauss was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tai Kung.
Strauss misses the shot to the body.
Strauss uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Strauss looks to land a right hand but Tai Kung moved out of range.
Tai Kung only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T4#
A nice combination there by Strauss.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The fighters circling - Strauss throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tai Kung now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
Strauss swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tai Kung uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strauss.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Strauss fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tai Kung.
Tai Kung checks a leg kick.
Tai Kung missing with a left hand there. Strauss was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strauss swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Strauss attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.
Strauss throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Strauss swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wilhelm Strauss dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wilhelm Strauss's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Strauss swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #KD2#
and Tai Kung counters with a head kick that drops Strauss to the mat! Strauss scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC2#Strauss is rocked!
Strauss throws out a loose jab but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strauss drops his hands for a split second and Tai Kung immediately capitalizes on the opportunity by smashing a powerful hook into Strauss face, sending his mouthguard sailing through the air, much to the delight of the crowd. Tai Kung follows up with a right hand that knocks Strauss into next week. He's out cold and this fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Manolito Tai Kung!
Manolito Tai Kung is the new welterweight champion!
A victorious Manolito Tai Kung thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CFC 475: Bosanac vs McFly
Date: Apr 16, 2022

#R1#
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
Hardaway throws a lazy right hand but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tai Kung misses with a double jab.
Tai Kung stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hardaway.
A jab from Tai Kung misses.
Tai Kung stuns Hardaway with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tai Kung moves out of range of the strikes.
Tai Kung fires out a quick counter leg kick but Hardaway just manages to avoid it.
Hardaway uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
Hardaway connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tai Kung's hands.
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
An attempted straight right counter from Tai Kung misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung cracks Hardaway with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tai Kung throws a low kick but Hardaway moves out of range easily.
Tai Kung throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hardaway.
Tai Kung uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hardaway.#T1#
Tai Kung lands a jab-cross combination.
Samuel Hardaway seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hardaway throws the left hand but Tai Kung avoids the punch easily.
Tai Kung is looking to counter punch.
Hardaway wants to clinch up but Tai Kung keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Hardaway gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hardaway.
Hardaway misses with a punch to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands with a short shot to the head.
Hardaway swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A shot in the inside from Hardaway.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land.
Hardaway blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hardaway softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hardaway throws an elbow that misses.
Tai Kung avoids a wild elbow strike from Hardaway.#T2#
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardaway.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
Hardaway swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tai Kung digs a right hand underneath Hardaway's ribcage. Hardaway let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tai Kung just leaning against Hardaway, taking a breather.
Tai Kung trying to control the position but instead, Hardaway has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tai Kung into the cage.
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as Hardaway controls the action.
Hardaway blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hardaway lands a shot to the body.
Tai Kung makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hardaway lands a body shot.
Tai Kung lands a right hand.
Hardaway softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Hardaway.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tai Kung tries a body shot but Hardaway blocks it.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Hardaway scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hardaway tries a body shot but Tai Kung blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Hardaway fails to land.
Tai Kung pushes Hardaway back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung tries to work over Hardaway's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hardaway taking a breather.
Hardaway tries a body shot but Tai Kung blocks it.
Tai Kung has Hardaway pushed against the cage.
Hardaway lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses.
Tai Kung tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardaway's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hardaway.
Hardaway makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hardaway blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Hardaway misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tai Kung tries to work over Hardaway's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
A short right from Hardaway on the inside.
Tai Kung fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hardaway stalling in the clinch.
Tai Kung avoiding damage.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tai Kung creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Hardaway lands a nice elbow.
Hardaway lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Tai Kung tries to work over Hardaway's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tai Kung misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung struggles to land a body shot inside as Hardaway controls his hands.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hardaway or not.
Hardaway misses with an elbow strike.
Hardaway lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tai Kung misses with a body punch.
Tai Kung misses with the head strike.
Hardaway blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tai Kung avoiding damage as Hardaway throws knees to the body.
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 Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Hardaway darts in trying to clinch
and Tai Kung counters with a straight right hand.
Hardaway missing with a left hand there. Tai Kung was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tai Kung swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that lands on Hardaway's shoulder, as Hardaway tries to avoid the shot.
Tai Kung avoids the head kick by Hardaway.
A swing and a miss from Hardaway.
Tai Kung throws a shot to the body.
Hardaway throws a head kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung checks a leg kick nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hardaway.
Hardaway is looking to clinch.
Hardaway checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T1#
Hardaway throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hardaway.
Tai Kung walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hardaway is looking to clinch.
Tai Kung walks into a jab.
Tai Kung is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hardaway.
Hardaway throws a lazy head kick
and Tai Kung counters with a low kick, right behind Hardaway 's knee.
Tai Kung takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Hardaway scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Hardaway takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Hardaway dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Manolito Tai Kung is winning the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Hardaway clinches with his opponent.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Tai Kung lands a hook that snaps the head of Hardaway backwards.
Hardaway scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hardaway tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hardaway throws an elbow but it misses.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses.
Tai Kung misses with the head strike.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Hardaway lands with a light punch inside.
Tai Kung is trying to maintain a safe position but Hardaway gets an underhook and turns Tai Kung into the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tai Kung as Hardaway tries to tie him up.
Hardaway slowing the pace effectively.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tai Kung.
Samuel Hardaway seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
With the fighters up against the cage, Hardaway throws an elbow but misses.
Tai Kung misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tai Kung.
Hardaway struggles to land a body shot inside as Tai Kung controls his hands. #T3#
Tai Kung misses with the head strike.
Hardaway blocks an uppercut.
Tai Kung leaning against his opponent.
A left hand lands to the body for Tai Kung.
Hardaway lands an elbow inside that Tai Kung shrugs off.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Hardaway doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hardaway lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tai Kung misses with some punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tai Kung.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardaway.
Hardaway pushes off an throws an elbow but Tai Kung leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Tai Kung working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as Hardaway controls the action.
Tai Kung misses with a punch on the inside.
Hardaway creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Hardaway tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Hardaway. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Hardaway fails to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hand to the body from Hardaway.
Hardaway blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A hook to the body from Hardaway.
Hardaway lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hardaway working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hardaway trying to stall but Tai Kung improves his position.
Hardaway lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hardaway blocking some punches.
Hardaway trying to land knees to the body.
Tai Kung tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardaway's elbow.
Hardaway misses with an elbow strike.
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hardaway.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tai Kung as Hardaway tries to tie him up.
Hardaway lands a left hand.
Tai Kung misses with the head strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Samuel Hardaway showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hardaway misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tai Kung.
A jab lands there for Hardaway.
Donk. Tai Kung catches Hardaway right on the button with a cross.
Hardaway tries a head kick but it misses.
Tai Kung swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hardaway looks to throw the jab but Tai Kung is out of range.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Hardaway!
Tai Kung checks a leg kick.
Hardaway throws a shot from downtown. Tai Kung moves away and avoids it.
Hardaway ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung lands with a right hand.
Hardaway scores with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Hardaway throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Hardaway throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Good shot there by Hardaway.
Hardaway thuds a left hand into Tai Kung's body.
A telegraphed right hand from Hardaway misses the target.
Tai Kung swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tai Kung drops his hands momentarily and Hardaway takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Hardaway dips to his left and cracks Tai Kung with an uppercut!
Hardaway swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Tai Kung was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hardaway.
Hardaway misses with the combination.
Hardaway tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tai Kung swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tai Kung half committed to a counter leg kick.#T2#
Hardaway misses with a looping left.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy body shot
and Hardaway counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tai Kung thinking.
Hardaway throws a series of punches but Tai Kung avoids them all with ease.
An attempted straight right counter from Tai Kung misses the target.
Tai Kung rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hardaway makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hardaway looks to clinch
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hardaway misses the body punch
and Tai Kung counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tai Kung blocks a head kick by Hardaway.
Tai Kung feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Hardaway scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tai Kung rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hardaway moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hardaway throws a series of punches but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Hardaway moves out of range of the strikes.
Tai Kung lands a nice shot that snaps Hardaway's head back. #T3#
Hardaway thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hardaway throws a lazy right hand but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hardaway throws a hook to the side of Tai Kung's head but Tai Kung sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A cross from Tai Kung lands.
Hardaway moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Hardaway throws a sloppy head kick and Tai Kung moves out of range easily.
Hardaway throws a big shot that misses.
Hardaway tries a head kick but it misses.
Tai Kung swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hardaway misses with a looping right.
Hardaway swings widly with a right hand #KD#
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp one two that drops Hardaway! Tai Kung thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Hardaway to his feet! Hardaway is in big trouble!
Tai Kung drops Hardaway with a straight right hand, right on the button! Tai Kung follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
Manolito Tai Kung decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CFC 468: IsMore vs Araujo
Date: Mar 16, 2022

#R1#
Kruschev connects with a body shot that sends Tai Kung's belly button to the back.
Kruschev throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kruschev was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
Kruschev misses with a leg kick
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kruschev misses with a lunging right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kruschev lands a nice hook to Tai Kung's body. Tai Kung takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A jab from Kruschev finds it's way through Tai Kung's defenses.
Kruschev connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tai Kung. Tai Kung circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kruschev connects with an inside leg kick.
Kruschev gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tai Kung misses with a lunging right hand
and Kruschev counters with a nice uppercut.
A left lands for Kruschev.
Wally Kruschev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kruschev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tai Kung slips a jab and a cross from Kruschev.
Kruschev misses the jab.#T1#
Good exchange - Kruschev coming out on top.
Kruschev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kruschev fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tai Kung checks it well.
Kruschev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Donk. Kruschev catches Tai Kung right on the button with a cross.
Kruschev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kruschev lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kruschev has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kruschev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tai Kung throwing a counter right hand but Kruschev manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung throws a body punch but Kruschev moves out of range.
Kruschev throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tai Kung counters with a nice uppercut.
Kruschev fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kruschev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Kruschev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good shot there by Tai Kung.#T2#
Kruschev misses with a shot to the body
and Tai Kung makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kruschev on the wrong end of a nice hook.#ROC#Kruschev is rocked!
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick and Kruschev moves out of range easily.
A low kick lands for Kruschev.
Tai Kung takes one to the side of the head.
Tai Kung jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tai Kung checks the leg kick.
Kruschev is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tai Kung had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tai Kung keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kruschev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Tai Kung attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kruschev appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kruschev ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Kruschev's corner calls for a 1-2. Kruschev obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T3#
Kruschev throws a head kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Tai Kung misses the target.
Tai Kung misses the jab.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
A big right from Tai Kung misses.
Kruschev scoring well with a low kick there.
Kruschev misses with a left hand
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.
Kruschev throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kruschev throws a leg kick
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung throws a head kick but Kruschev moves out of range.
Kruschev only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kruschev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tai Kung takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kruschev attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung is looking to counter punch.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung scores with a nice right hand.
A good leg kick by Kruschev.
Kruschev gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tai Kung.
Kruschev lands a nice looking body shot.
Kruschev misses with a low kick.
Kruschev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
Kruschev throws a hook to the side of Tai Kung's head but Tai Kung sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Tai Kung was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kruschev blocks a jab.
Kruschev throws a lazy uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a right hand to the body.
Kruschev misses with a body shot.
Tai Kung checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kruschev throws a leg kick but Tai Kung moved away.
Jab, jab by Tai Kung - just one landing.
Jab by Kruschev.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wally Kruschev 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#
Tai Kung throws a sloppy body shot
and Kruschev counters with a body kick that stops Tai Kung in his tracks momentarily.
Tai Kung takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kruschev swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tai Kung.
Nice body kick from Kruschev.
Good standup being displayed there by Kruschev as he connects with a hook.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Kruschev throws a body kick.
Kruschev connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tai Kung connects with a looping right hand.
Kruschev misses with a hook #KD#
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp right hand that drops Kruschev! Tai Kung lets Kruschev back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Kruschev is still on wobbly legs! Can Tai Kung finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tai Kung avoids the head kick by Kruschev.
Tai Kung was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tai Kung cracks Kruschev on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Kruschev falls backwards against the cage. Tai Kung follows up with more strikes that drop Kruschev to his knees. Tai Kung keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Kruschev! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
Manolito Tai Kung thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 102 - Tai Kung vs Izmaylov
Date: Oct 09, 2021

#R1#
Tai Kung pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sloppy strikes from Tai Kung. Those never looked like landing.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Izmaylov.
Izmaylov lands a jab.
Izmaylov tries to land a front kick but Tai Kung steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A counter left hand to the body from Tai Kung misses its target.
Tai Kung checks the leg kick.
Izmaylov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
Izmaylov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromTai Kung.
Izmaylov lands a leg kick that knocks Tai Kung off balance momentarily.
Izmaylov thows a body kick. Tai Kung tries to catch it but that hurt him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a shot from downtown. Izmaylov moves away and avoids it.
Izmaylov lands with a nice body kick.
Izmaylov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T1#
Izmaylov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Izmaylov slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Izmaylov scores with a hook to the body. Tai Kung takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Izmaylov blocks it.
Izmaylov feints a counter leg kick.
Tai Kung takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the kisser.
Izmaylov throws out a leg kick but Tai Kung moves out of range and Izmaylov only half commits.
A low kick lands for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Izmaylov throws a body punch but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung needs to keep his hands up - Izmaylov had a free shot at his head there.
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!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Izmaylov. #T2#
A head kick misses from Izmaylov.
Tai Kung appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Potemkin Izmaylov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD2#
Izmaylov lands a big head kick that sends Tai Kung tumbling to the mat! Izmaylov takes a step backwards and waves Tai Kung back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Izmaylov misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Tai Kung on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Izmaylov throws a lazy right hand but Tai Kung sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Izmaylov.
Izmaylov feints and then cracks Tai Kung's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tai Kung down.
Izmaylov lands with a nice body kick.
Tai Kung listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Izmaylov is just out of range.
Izmaylov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A slapping body kick lands there for Izmaylov.
Tai Kung looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T3#
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Izmaylov is just out of range.
Izmaylov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tai Kung was well out of range. Poor timing from Izmaylov.
Tai Kung swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Izmaylov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Tai Kung throws a jab when Izmaylov was well out of range.
Tai Kung walks into a straight right hand from Izmaylov.
Some wild striking there from Tai Kung.
Izmaylov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
Izmaylov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tai Kung doesn't seem bothered though.
Izmaylov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Izmaylov misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Tai Kung misses the target.
Tai Kung blocks a low kick nicely.
Donk. Izmaylov catches Tai Kung right on the button with a cross.#T4#
Izmaylov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Izmaylov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Izmaylov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tai Kung throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Izmaylov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Izmaylov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tai Kung is looking to counter punch.
Izmaylov keeps Tai Kung at a distance using the push kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Izmaylov.
Izmaylov cracks Tai Kung with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Izmaylov scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tai Kung looks to land a left hand but Izmaylov moved out of range nicely.
The crowd cheers as Izmaylov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tai Kung doesn't seem phased though.
Tai Kung throws a right and a left that Izmaylov avoids nicely.
Izmaylov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Potemkin Izmaylov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Izmaylov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Izmaylov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tai Kung throws out the jab.
Izmaylov sizes up Tai Kung with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Izmaylov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tai Kung crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Izmaylov - the referee stops the clock and Tai Kung gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Izmaylov. Tai Kung manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Izmaylov thows a leg kick but Tai Kung checks it
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Izmaylov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tai Kung thows a leg kick but Izmaylov checks it
and Izmaylov counters with a good low kick that Tai Kung was not able to check.
Izmaylov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Izmaylov throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends Tai Kung stumbling backwards into the cage! Tai Kung bounces back off the cage towards Izmaylov, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! Izmaylov lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! Izmaylov celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Potemkin Izmaylov!
Potemkin Izmaylov is the new welterweight champion!
A relieved looking Potemkin Izmaylov 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: HFC 98 - Tai Kung vs Petrov
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1#
Petrov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CUT#It looks like Vasil Petrov has been cut.
Tai Kung lands a jab to Petrov's midsection.
Tai Kung throws a shot to the body.
Tai Kung has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Cave in the buildup to the fight.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that half lands. #KD#
Tai Kung sends Petrov crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Tai Kung is motioning to the referee to let Petrov up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Petrov is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sloppy strikes from Tai Kung. Those never looked like landing.
Petrov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tai Kung with a body shot.
Petrov 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 Tai Kung misses the target.
Petrov is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#T1#
Tai Kung swings widly with a right hand
letting Petrov counter with a right hand. #KD#
Tai Kung lands a big head kick that sends Petrov tumbling to the mat! Tai Kung takes a step backwards and waves Petrov back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Petrov is still on wobbly legs! Can Tai Kung finish him?
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung throws a right hand that misses
and Petrov counters with a right hand to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a right hand
letting Petrov counter with a right hand.
Petrov seems to have recovered his senses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but Petrov ducks down to avoid it.
Petrov scores with a nice head shot.
Tai Kung looks to land a left hand but Petrov moved out of range nicely.
Petrov looks to land a left hand but Tai Kung moved out of range nicely.
Tai Kung is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Tai Kung lands a hook that stumbles Petrov back into the cage. Tai Kung follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Petrov to the canvas! Tai Kung pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Petrov has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
Manolito Tai Kung is the new welterweight champion!
Manolito Tai Kung decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: HFC 89 - Tonissaar vs McGregor
Date: Aug 07, 2021

#R1#
Tai Kung lands a slapping body shot.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Hanayama avoids it easily.
Tai Kung definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hanayama avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Hanayama cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hanayama ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tai Kung scores with a head kick. #CUT#It looks like Kaoru Hanayama has been cut.
A slow jab from Tai Kung misses its intended target.
Hanayama uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung looks to land a body kick but Hanayama moved away.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Hanayama blocks it.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick and Hanayama moves out of range easily.
Good exchange - Hanayama coming out on top.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters circling - Hanayama throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tai Kung tries to land a front kick but Hanayama steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Hanayama throws out a counter right but Tai Kung avoids it with no problem.
Hanayama takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Nice defenses there by Tai Kung.
Hanayama 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.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Hanayama avoids it easily.#T1#
Tai Kung walks into a stiff left hand from Hanayama.
Tai Kung looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tai Kung keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hanayama throws a lazy uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp right that sends Hanayama to the canvas! Tai Kung follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

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

Event: HFC 77 - Wanker vs Lindholm
Date: Jun 12, 2021

#R1#
Tai Kung takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mcsparr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tai Kung crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Mcsparr - the referee stops the clock and Tai Kung gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Mcsparr. Tai Kung manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Tai Kung misses with a wild body shot.
Tai Kung slips a jab and a cross from Mcsparr.
Tai Kung ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mcsparr moves away.#CL#
Mcsparr moves into the clinch.
Tai Kung swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A hook to the body from Tai Kung.
A short uppercut from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung tries a body shot but Mcsparr blocks it.
Mcsparr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tai Kung has a couple of punches blocked by Mcsparr.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tai Kung.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung tries to work over Mcsparr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tai Kung tries to work over Mcsparr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mcsparr.
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Mcsparr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mcsparr misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tai Kung. #T1#
Tai Kung pressing his opponent against the cage.
Mcsparr lands a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Mcsparr.
A head punch on the inside from Mcsparr fails to land.
Mcsparr struggles to land a body shot inside as Tai Kung controls his hands.
A short right from Tai Kung.
Mcsparr blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Mcsparr is leaning against Tai Kung and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mcsparr really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Tai Kung lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Mcsparr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung is working Mcsparr over against the cage.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tai Kung misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Mcsparr.
Tai Kung is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Mcsparr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung works on Mcsparr's body with a couple of short punches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mcsparr.
Tai Kung tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mcsparr lands a right hand.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Mcsparr escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tai Kung misses with a hook. Mcsparr ducked under it nicely.
Mcsparr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tai Kung throws a big shot that misses.
Tai Kung throws a right hand that misses
and Mcsparr counters with a nice leg kick.
Tai Kung takes one to the side of the head.
Tai Kung throws out a loose jab but Mcsparr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mcsparr lands a jab to the head.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung lands a body shot.
Mcsparr has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tai Kung finds it's way round the side to connect with Mcsparr's head.
Tai Kung waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mcsparr.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mcsparr.
Tai Kung throws a shot from downtown. Mcsparr moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Mcsparr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tai Kung works Mcsparr's body with a nice hook.
Mcsparr slips under a jab.
Mcsparr was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tai Kung throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tai Kung misses with a double jab. #CL#
Mcsparr drives through and clinches with Tai Kung against the cage.
Mcsparr is working Tai Kung over against the cage.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
Tai Kung's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mcsparr trying to control the position but instead, Tai Kung has worked for underhooks and has pushed Mcsparr into the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tai Kung.
Mcsparr blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Mcsparr misses with a punch to the body.
Mcsparr prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
Mcsparr misses with a punch to the body.
Mcsparr misses with a body punch. #T4#
A short left from Mcsparr.
Tai Kung swings wildly with an uppercut but Mcsparr uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Still in the clinch, Mcsparr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tai Kung slowing the pace effectively.
Mcsparr prevents a body shot from Tai Kung. #BC#
Mcsparr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tai Kung lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tai Kung connects with a body shot.
Mcsparr misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tai Kung.
Mcsparr scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mcsparr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mcsparr takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy body shot #CL#
and Mcsparr moves into the clinch.#BC#
Mcsparr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mcsparr throws a sloppy head kick and Tai Kung moves out of range easily.
Tai Kung will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
An attempted straight right counter from Mcsparr misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tai Kung lands with a right hand.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the head.
Tai Kung has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Tai Kung lands the left hand.#ROC2#Mcsparr is rocked!
Tai Kung takes one to the chin there.
Oh Mcsparr is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tai Kung drops Mcsparr with a straight right hand, right on the button! Tai Kung follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
After winning the bout, Manolito Tai Kung thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Boxing Mcsparr was interviewed post fight and said 'I thought I was winning until I lost.'.

Event: HFC 70 - Nickel vs Tonissaar
Date: Apr 24, 2021

#R1#
Tai Kung lands with a cross.
Tai Kung throws a big shot that misses.
Valentine gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tai Kung misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Valentine misses with a few strikes there.
Valentine tries to land a front kick but Tai Kung steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
We've been informed that Tai Kung has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung misses with a straight left.
Valentine misses with a looping left.
Tai Kung takes a swing at Valentine's ribcage but misses.
Valentine takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Valentine avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tai Kung misses the shot to the body.
Valentine tries to clinch but Tai Kung is having none of it.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Valentine avoids it with no problem.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but Valentine ducks down to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung scores with a hook to the body. Valentine takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Valentine sees it coming and avoids it easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tai Kung.
Valentine avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A nice combination there by Valentine. #T1#
Valentine lunges at Tai Kung with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tai Kung's hand.
Tai Kung lands a body shot.
Tai Kung connects with a nice looking jab.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Valentine.
Tai Kung pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Valentine half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tai Kung blocks a jab.
Tai Kung avoids the head kick by Valentine.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Valentine throws an overhand right that lands on Tai Kung's shoulder, as Tai Kung tries to avoid the shot.
Valentine throws a jab but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses.
Valentine throws a chopping leg kick but Tai Kung manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Valentine avoids it easily.
Tai Kung connects with a crisp jab.
Valentine loads up on a big right hand but Tai Kung slips the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good standup being displayed there by Tai Kung as he connects with a hook.#T2#
A head kick misses from Valentine.
Valentine uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but Valentine ducks down to avoid it.
Valentine scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Valentine swinging wildly here.
Tai Kung throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Valentine tries a head kick but it misses.
Valentine throws a leg kick but Tai Kung checks it.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Valentine scoring well with a low kick there.
We've been told by Valentine's head coaches at Gainers that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Good exchange - Tai Kung coming out on top.
Valentine throws a series of punches but Tai Kung avoids them all with ease.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Donk. Tai Kung catches Valentine right on the button with a cross.
Valentine throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tai Kung.
Valentine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tai Kung swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Valentine misses with a low kick.
Tai Kung throws a head kick but Valentine moves out of range.
Valentine lands a leg kick that knocks Tai Kung off balance momentarily.#T3#
Valentine misses with a body kick.
Valentine misses with the combination.
Tai Kung lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nice straight punches there by Tai Kung. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tai Kung.
Tai Kung swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Valentine scores with a leg kick.
Tai Kung scores with a three punch combo!
Tai Kung lands with a slapping head kick.
Tai Kung smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tai Kung pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
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!
Tai Kung comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL#
Valentine moves into the clinch.
Tai Kung tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Valentine prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tai Kung makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T4#
Valentine prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
Valentine lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Valentine swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tai Kung tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Valentine digs a right hand underneath Tai Kung's ribcage. Tai Kung let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as Valentine controls the action.
Tai Kung lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Valentine prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
Valentine goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tai Kung tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Valentine's elbow.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Tai Kung on the inside.
Tai Kung lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Valentine lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Valentine tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Valentine is looking to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.
Tai Kung has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tai Kung misses the jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target.
Tai Kung misses with a straight right.
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
It looked like Valentine wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice shot lands for Valentine.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Valentine avoids it easily.
Valentine avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tai Kung takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Valentine throws a low kick, looking for Tai Kung's leg but Tai Kung calmly moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Tai Kung. Beautiful body shot.
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung lands with a nice body punch.
Tai Kung connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tai Kung throws a body punch but Valentine moves out of range.
Tai Kung takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Good leg kick by Valentine. #T1#
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
Valentine loads up on a big right hand but Tai Kung slips the punch.
Valentine misses with a hook.
Valentine blocks a jab.
Valentine tests Tai Kung's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Valentine keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Valentine avoids it easily.
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Valentine tried to score with a low kick but Tai Kung checks it.
Tai Kung looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut.
A counter left hand to the body from Valentine misses its target.
Valentine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice uppercut lands for Valentine. That snapped Tai Kung's head back.
Tai Kung scores with a body shot.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tai Kung in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Tai Kung lands a nice shot that snaps Valentine's head back.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Valentine.
Valentine keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.#T2#
Tai Kung misses the jab.
Tai Kung misses with a straight right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head kick from Valentine lands but Tai Kung takes it in his stride.
Valentine slips under a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Valentine on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tai Kung throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Valentine counters with an outside leg kick.
Valentine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tai Kung swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Valentine takes one to the chin there.
Valentine wants to clinch up but Tai Kung keeps it at a distance.
Tai Kung looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A jab from Tai Kung finds it's way through Valentine's defenses.
Tai Kung jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Valentine was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut. Valentine saw that one coming.
Valentine moves out of range as Tai Kung strikes.
Valentine dips to his left and cracks Tai Kung with an uppercut!
Tai Kung takes a swing at Valentine's ribcage but misses.
Valentine moves out of range as Tai Kung strikes.
A slow jab from Tai Kung misses its intended target.
Valentine ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Valentine misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that lands on Valentine's shoulder, as Valentine tries to avoid the shot.
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung dips to his left and cracks Valentine with an uppercut!
A big right from Tai Kung misses.
Valentine misses with a series of wild punches.
Nice jab there from Valentine.
Tai Kung lands a lovely overhand right.
Tai Kung jabs Valentine to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tai Kung loads up on a big right hand but Valentine slips the punch.
Nice uppercut there from Valentine.
Tai Kung with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Valentine to score with a decent uppercut.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Tai Kung throws a big shot that misses.
Tai Kung with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Valentine lands a jab.#T4#
Valentine throws a sloppy head kick and Tai Kung moves out of range easily.
Tai Kung looks to land a left hand but Valentine moved out of range nicely.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but Valentine avoids the punch easily.
Valentine ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Valentine uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tai Kung.
Valentine bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tai Kung connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Valentine defending well as Tai Kung loads up on a big left hand.
Tai Kung lands a glancing blow to the side of Valentine's head.
Tai Kung scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CL#
Valentine instigates a clinch.
Valentine pushes Tai Kung back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses.
Tai Kung lands a hook that snaps the head of Valentine backwards.
A short uppercut from Tai Kung.
Valentine digs a right hand into Tai Kung's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tai Kung's gas tank.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Valentine gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Valentine ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands a head kick!
Valentine looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tai Kung scores with a jab. Valentine acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Valentine moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Valentine slips under a jab from Tai Kung.
Valentine connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tai Kung defending well as Valentine loads up on a big left hand.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses.
Valentine looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A jab lands there for Tai Kung.
Valentine throws the left hand but Tai Kung avoids the punch easily.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Valentine was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Valentine bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Valentine uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Valentine.
Tai Kung scores with a head kick. Valentine tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T1#
Tai Kung checks a low kick from Valentine.
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Valentine swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tai Kung 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.
Tai Kung stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Valentine.
A swing and a miss from Valentine.
Valentine misses with a looping right.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Valentine avoids it with no problem.
Valentine lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tai Kung at a distance.
Tai Kung throws a big shot that misses.
Valentine takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tai Kung misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from Valentine on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Valentine misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice shot lands for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a jab when Valentine was well out of range.
Valentine slips under a jab from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung scores with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tai Kung takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T2##CL#
Valentine forces Tai Kung back against the cage and clinches.
Valentine swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Valentine has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung.
Valentine misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Valentine misses with a body punch.
A short uppercut from Valentine.
Tai Kung scores with a shot to the side of Valentine's head.
Valentine tries to throw a body punch but Tai Kung avoids it by throwing Valentine back against the cage.
Tai Kung has a couple of punches blocked by Valentine.
Valentine goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tai Kung misses with a punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tai Kung creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Valentine lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Valentine can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action. #T3#
Tai Kung manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Valentine prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
Valentine swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tai Kung lands a hook that snaps the head of Valentine backwards.
Valentine lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Valentine lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Valentine tries to work over Tai Kung's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tai Kung's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Valentine lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tai Kung tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Valentine.
Valentine misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
A short left from Valentine.
Tai Kung lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Valentine backwards.
Tai Kung tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tai Kung just leaning against Valentine, taking a breather.
Valentine misses with a hook from the clinch.
Valentine scores with a shot to the side of Tai Kung's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Valentine tries a body shot but Tai Kung blocks it.
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Valentine misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Valentine blocks an uppercut.
Tai Kung blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right hook to the body lands for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tai Kung looking to slow down the pace here.
Valentine lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Manolito Tai Kung just about did enough to take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R4#
Valentine takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Valentine is looking for a counter combo.#CL#
Valentine has Tai Kung up against the cage in a clinch.
Valentine tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Valentine tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Valentine fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung pressing his opponent against the cage.
Tai Kung lands with a right to the head.
Tai Kung lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Valentine misses with some punches.
Tai Kung trying to control the position but instead, Valentine has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tai Kung into the cage.
Valentine working aggressively here. #T1#
Tai Kung lands a left hand.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tai Kung creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Valentine misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Valentine blocking some punches.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from Valentine.
Valentine misses with some punches.
Valentine can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action.
Tai Kung lands a left hand.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tai Kung doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tai Kung tries to stall but Valentine uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Valentine tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Valentine lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Tai Kung lands a hook that snaps the head of Valentine backwards.
Valentine throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tai Kungs head.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land. #T2#
Valentine prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
Still in the clinch, Tai Kung scores with a nice short uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Valentine blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Valentine tries a body shot but Tai Kung blocks it.
Valentine working aggressively here.
Valentine lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Valentine scores with a shot to the side of Tai Kung's head.
Tai Kung swings wildly with an uppercut but Valentine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Valentine tries to throw a body punch but Tai Kung avoids it by throwing Valentine back against the cage.
Tai Kung lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Valentine backwards.
Valentine tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tai Kung swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Valentine is working Tai Kung over against the cage.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Valentine blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Valentine tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow. #T3#
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Valentine tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tai Kung.
A right handed body shot lands from Tai Kung.
Valentine misses with a short punch on the inside.
Valentine lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Valentine lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tai Kung scores with a hook to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Tai Kung fails to land.
Nice body punch from Valentine - that landed with a thud.
A short right from Valentine on the inside.
Valentine tries to work over Tai Kung's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Valentine lands a body punch.
Valentine throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tai Kungs head.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T4#
Tai Kung blocks a body shot from Valentine.
Tai Kung lands a left hand.
Tai Kung misses with some punches.
Tai Kung lands with a short shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Valentine pushes Tai Kung back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Valentine blocks an uppercut.
Tai Kung working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses.
Tai Kung scores with a shot to the side of Valentine's head.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Valentine lands a hook that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Valentine lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tai Kung.
Valentine misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Valentine's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5##CL#
Valentine closes the distance and clinches.
Tai Kung tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Valentine's elbow.
Valentine tries to throw a body punch but Tai Kung avoids it by throwing Valentine back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tai Kung.
Valentine misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tai Kung working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tai Kung misses with a body punch.
Stalling in the clinch from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung swings wildly with an uppercut but Valentine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Valentine tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tai Kung gets through Valentine's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Valentine misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung misses with the head strike.
Tai Kung tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Valentine's elbow.
Valentine blocks a body shot from Tai Kung. #T1#
Valentine blocks a body shot from Tai Kung.
Valentine throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tai Kungs head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tai Kung.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Valentine.
A right hook to the body lands for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tai Kung tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the side of the head.
Valentine throws a punch but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Valentine blocking some punches.
Tai Kung lands a nice shot to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a punch but it's blocked by Valentine.
Valentine blocks an uppercut.
Luke Valentine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Manolito Tai Kung is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Valentine misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Valentine.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Valentine tries to work over Tai Kung's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Valentine.
Valentine tries to throw a body punch but Tai Kung avoids it by throwing Valentine back against the cage.
A short right from Tai Kung on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
Valentine tries a body shot but Tai Kung blocks it. #T3#
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as Valentine controls the action.
Valentine has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung.
Valentine throws a head punch that misses.
Tai Kung blocks a body shot from Valentine.
Valentine misses with a hook from the clinch.
Valentine misses with a punch on the inside.
Valentine misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tai Kung lands with a right to the head.
Valentine tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Valentine working aggressively here.
Valentine blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Valentine misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Valentine tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Valentine misses with a body punch.
Valentine tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tai Kung.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Valentine.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Manolito Tai Kung.
Well Tai Kung has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 47:48
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 46:50
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 47:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manolito Tai Kung!
A victorious Manolito Tai Kung thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HFC 66 - Lachance vs Nofud
Date: Mar 27, 2021

#R1#
Pinto avoids the body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung thows a left - swing and a miss!
An attempted straight right counter from Pinto misses the target.
No joy there for Tai Kung, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Pinto avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tai Kung throws a big shot that misses.
Pinto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tai Kung circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD#
Pinto shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tai Kung is trying to defend but Pinto finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Pinto is trying to control. Tai Kung wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinto wants to free his trapped foot but Tai Kung is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Pinto looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tai Kung tries to roll over but Pinto keeps him under control.#SUB#
Pinto has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Tai Kung defend it? Pinto steps over the head and cranks it - Tai Kung is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Pinto!

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

Event: HFC 61 - Mendoza vs Slugs
Date: Feb 20, 2021

#R1#
Tai Kung throws a body punch but Woods moves out of range.
Tai Kung 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.
Tai Kung connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Woods momentarily. #CUT#It looks like Shaquan Woods has been cut.
Woods throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tai Kung avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tai Kung missing with a left hand there. Woods was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Tai Kung gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Woods working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short left from Woods.
Tai Kung misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Woods.
Tai Kung lands with a short shot 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!
Tai Kung tries to throw a body punch but Woods avoids it by throwing Tai Kung back against the cage. #BC2#
Woods breaks from the clinch.
Woods uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tai Kung has time to react.
Tai Kung blocks a jab.#T1#
Woods misses with a hook
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Good shot there by Tai Kung.
Sloppy strikes from Tai Kung. Those never looked like landing.
Woods throws a leg kick but Tai Kung checks it.
Tai Kung was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A nice inside leg kick there by Woods. That's going to slow Tai Kung down.
Tai Kung throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tai Kung jabs Woods to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Woods throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Woods misses with a hook.
And Tai Kung counters with a quick kick to the body but Woods blocks it.
Woods ducks right into an uppercut from Tai Kung.
Woods lands with an uppercut that bounces Tai Kung off the cage and back into range.
Nice body punch from Tai Kung.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Woods lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Woods darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tai Kung chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Woods can pounce on him. #T2#
Woods misses with an uppercut.
Tai Kung has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Woods.
Tai Kung checks the leg kick.
Tai Kung throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
Woods throws a sloppy head kick and Tai Kung moves out of range easily.
Tai Kung has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Woods finds it's way round the side to connect with Tai Kung's head.
A swing and a miss from Woods.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tai Kung.
A left lands for Woods.
Tai Kung displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Woods throws out the jab.
Woods uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tai Kung.
Woods's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tai Kung under the eye.
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Woods.#T3#
Left hook, right uppercut from Woods.
Woods's coach down at HPS was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Woods's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Woods swings widly with a right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Tai Kung clinches up against the cage.
Tai Kung has Woods pressed against the cage, preventing Woods from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tai Kung struggles to land a body shot inside as Woods controls his hands.
Tai Kung struggles to land a body shot inside as Woods controls his hands.
Woods lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung tries to work over Woods's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Woods swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tai Kung blocking some punches. #BC2#
Woods breaks from the clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tai Kung.
Woods with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tai Kung ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Woods moves away.
The fighters circling - Woods throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tai Kung throwing a counter right hand but Woods manages to avoid it.
Woods lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
Tai Kung doesn't manage to clinch there - Woods circles away.
Woods looks to land a left hand but Tai Kung moved out of range nicely.
A jab lands there for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung works the jab nicely.
Tai Kung throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Woods throws out a leg kick but Tai Kung moves out of range and Woods only half commits.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Woods thuds a left hand into Tai Kung's body.
Woods closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Woods walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tai Kung throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Woods connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Woods cracks Tai Kung with a good jab.
Tai Kung tries to clinch but Woods moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Woods! But no joy.
Woods misses with a wild body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Shaquan Woods will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Shaquan Woods'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.#R2#
Tai Kung lands a head shot.
Woods just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A chopping leg kick lands by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Woods was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung swings widly with a right hand
and Woods counters with a straight right hand.
Nice body punch from Woods.
Woods takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Woods lands a jab.
Woods misses with a lunging right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circle momentarily. Woods darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Woods misses with a low kick.
Woods doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
It looks like Tai Kung has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Woods strikes.#T1#
Woods misses with a shot to the body
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#That has opened up Shaquan Woods's cut even more.
Tai Kung takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A looping hook to the body misses from Woods. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
Woods checks a low kick from Tai Kung.
Woods misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Tai Kung drives through and clinches with Woods against the cage.
Tai Kung tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tai Kung working aggressively here.
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as Woods controls the action.
Woods can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action. #BC2#
Woods breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fighters circling - Tai Kung throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Woods misses the shot to the body.
Woods lands a right hook to the body. #T2#
Tai Kung looks to throw the jab but Woods is out of range.
Woods thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tai Kung falls off balance throwing a combination
and Woods counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jab, jab by Woods - just one landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Woods cracks Tai Kung with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Woods misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Woods misses the shot to the body.
Woods misses the shot to the body.
Tai Kung walks forward, straight into a front kick from Woods.
A big right from Woods misses.
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that lands on Woods's shoulder, as Woods tries to avoid the shot.
Woods misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Woods has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Tai Kung.#T3#
Woods misses with a hook
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Woods swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Woods stuns Tai Kung with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Woods scores with a hook to the body. Tai Kung takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Woods slips a jab from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is looking to slow Woods down with leg kicks.
Woods ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Woods wants to slow Tai Kung down by chopping away at his legs.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tai Kung chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Woods can pounce on him.
Woods scores with a jab to the body.
Woods cracks Tai Kung with a good jab.
Tai Kung is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Woods. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Woods lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Woods thuds a left hand into Tai Kung's body.
Woods slips a jab from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a push kick but Woods slaps the foot to one side.
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Woods makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Woods lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tai Kung's sensitive parts.
Tai Kung slips under a jab.
Woods takes one to the side of the head.
Tai Kung lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Woods at a distance.
Tai Kung clobbers Woods with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Woods throws a hook to the side of Tai Kung's head but Tai Kung sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tai Kung was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Woods lands a body shot.
Woods misses the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shaquan Woods showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Shaquan Woods's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Woods misses with a body kick.
Woods takes a jab right on the kisser.
Shaquan Woods seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tai Kung lands with an uppercut that bounces Woods off the cage and back into range.
Woods throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Tai Kung to counter with a crisp jab.
Tai Kung is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Woods misses with a looping left.
Tai Kung moves away from the strike by Woods.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Woods.
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Woods.
Woods waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tai Kung.
Tai Kung rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Woods counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung missing with a left hand there. Woods was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Woods only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut. Woods saw that one coming.
Woods connects with a body shot that sends Tai Kung's belly button to the back.
Tai Kung throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Woods sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Woods scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Woods throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tai Kung gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Woods.
Woods circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tai Kung loads up on a big right hand but Woods slips the punch.
Woods stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Woods.
Woods throws the left hand but Tai Kung avoids the punch easily.
Shaquan Woods seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A shot to the body from Woods misses
and Tai Kung counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Woods comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Woods takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Woods misses with a left hand
and Tai Kung counters with a straight right hand.
Manolito Tai Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Woods connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Woods throws a chopping leg kick but Tai Kung manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tai Kung ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Woods misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Woods strikes.
Woods misses with a leg kick
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#The cut above Shaquan Woods's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Tai Kung throws a big shot that misses.
Woods throws a body shot but no joy.
Woods dodges the punch combination from Tai Kung.
Shaquan Woods is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tai Kung connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Woods fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tai Kung.
Tai Kung on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T3#
Tai Kung throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
It seemed like Woods was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tai Kung throws out a powerful jab.
Woods works the jab nicely.
Woods scores with the left hand. Tai Kung knows he should have avoided that one.
Woods with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tai Kung buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tai Kung's jab looks to have found its range, popping Woods under the eye.
Tai Kung lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Woods takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tai Kung waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Woods.
Woods buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg 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!
Woods throws a nice outside leg kick.
Woods swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tai Kung.#T4#
Woods connects with a jab.
Woods moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Tai Kung misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Woods counters with a nice kick to the body.
Woods has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Woods connects with a crisp jab.
Woods lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Woods misses with a head kick.
Tai Kung went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from Woods. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tai Kung moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tai Kung with a nice calf kick.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Woods.
A shot to the liver by Woods. Beautiful body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Woods throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Woods misses with a wild body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Shaquan Woods.
I've got Woods 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shaquan Woods!
After winning the bout, Shaquan Woods thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: HFC 56 - King vs Lachance
Date: Jan 16, 2021

#R1#
Tai Kung misses with a low kick.
Dickinson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've been told by Tai Kung's head coaches at The Cave that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tai Kung attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick
and Tai Kung takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tai Kung lands with a straight right. Dickinson didn't see that one coming.#CUT#It looks like Sean Dickinson has been cut.
Dickinson misses with a low kick as Tai Kung jumps back.
Dickinson swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dickinson.
Dickinson misses with a combination
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Dickinson finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Tai Kung scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Dickinson moves out of range of the strikes.
Dickinson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tai Kung stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tai Kung misses with a body punch
and Dickinson counters with a straight right hand.
Dickinson misses with a low kick.
Dickinson throws a jab but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung swings for the body but Dickinson moves out of range.
Tai Kung misses with a body punch
letting Dickinson counter with a right hand.
Dickinson ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Dickinson cracks Tai Kung with a good jab.
Dickinson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tai Kung's head backwards.
Dickinson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tai Kung checks it well.
A clash of legs there as Tai Kung blocks the low kick.
Sean Dickinson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung blocks a leg kick.
Tai Kung throwing a counter right hand but Dickinson manages to avoid it.#T2#
Tai Kung scores with a punch to the head.
Dickinson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tai Kung is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dickinson staying out of range there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dickinson.
Dickinson clobbers Tai Kung with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut
and Dickinson counters with a right hand to the body.
Dickinson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tai Kung.
Dickinson lands a slapping body shot.
Dickinson connects with a single shot there.
Nice straight punches there by Dickinson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dickinson.
Dickinson tried to score with a low kick but Tai Kung checks it.#T3#
Tai Kung lands a nice shot to the body.
Tai Kung ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dickinson moves away.
Dickinson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dickinson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A big left from Tai Kung misses.
Dickinson flicks out a counter leg kick but Tai Kung steps away.
Dickinson's corner calls for a 1-2. Dickinson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dickinson tests Tai Kung's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jab by Dickinson.
Dickinson ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Dickinson throws out a loose jab but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tai Kung swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Dickinson misses the target.
Tai Kung throws a lazy uppercut
and Dickinson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T4#
Tai Kung jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dickinson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tai Kung momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tai Kung misses with a straight left.
Dickinson throws a good cross that connects.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Dickinson blocks it.
Dickinson looks to land a left hand but Tai Kung moved out of range nicely.
Dickinson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tai Kung's head.
The fighters circling - Tai Kung throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dickinson tries a head kick but it misses.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dickinson feints a counter leg kick.
Dickinson with the inside leg kick.
Dickinson misses with a hook
and Tai Kung counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dickinson's knee momentarily.
Dickinson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tai Kung had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Dickinson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sean Dickinson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sean Dickinson's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung lands with a cross.
Tai Kung lands a head shot.
Tai Kung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dickinson.
Dickinson misses with a right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung walks into a left hand.
Tai Kung on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dickinson. Dickinson obviously looking to wear him down.
Tai Kung lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick that misses.
Dickinson throws out a counter right but Tai Kung avoids it with no problem.
Tai Kung throws a combination that misses
and Dickinson counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tai Kung's knee momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Dickinson misses the target.
A nice leg kick from Dickinson, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dickinson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.#T1#
Tai Kung swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dickinson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dickinson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice shot lands for Tai Kung.
Dickinson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dickinson throws a hook to the side of Tai Kung's head but Tai Kung sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dickinson with the inside leg kick.
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Dickinson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Dickinson is looking to chop away at Tai Kung's legs.
Sloppy strikes from Tai Kung. Those never looked like landing.
A countering left hand to the body from Dickinson misses.
Tai Kung misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T2#
Tai Kung defending well as Dickinson loads up on a big left hand.
Dickinson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tai Kung. Dickinson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dickinson takes a swing at Tai Kung's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Tai Kung wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dickinson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung throws a lazy right hand but Dickinson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dickinson scores with a kick to the midsection.
Tai Kung throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dickinson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dickinson with a hook.
Dickinson is looking to slow Tai Kung down with leg kicks.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dickinson.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dickinson was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung thows a leg kick but Dickinson checks it
and Dickinson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tai Kung throws a series of punches but Dickinson avoids them all with ease.
Tai Kung misses with a hook
and Dickinson counters with a two punch combo.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tai Kung might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Dickinson takes a swing at Tai Kung's ribcage but misses.
Tai Kung throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Dickinson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dickinson scores with a decent looking hook.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Tai Kung throws a body punch but Dickinson moves out of range.
Dickinson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tai Kung stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A slow jab from Tai Kung misses its intended target.
Tai Kung is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Dickinson moves away from the strike by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T4#
Tai Kung ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little feinted left hand from Tai Kung on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dickinson misses with a body shot.
Tai Kung misses with a hook
and Dickinson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dickinson misses with a jab to the body
and Tai Kung counters with a left and a right that stings Dickinson.
Tai Kung tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dickinson was well out of range. Poor timing from Tai Kung.
Sean Dickinson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dickinson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dickinson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tai Kung scrambles back to his feet.
Dickinson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Dickinson really felt that one!
Tai Kung looks to land a right hand but Dickinson moved out of range.
Dickinson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dickinson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dickinson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sean Dickinson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sean Dickinson's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tai Kung walks into a left hand.
Tai Kung misses with a leg kick
and Dickinson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tai Kung thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tai Kung goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Dickinson loads up on a big right hand but Tai Kung slips the punch.
Tai Kung throwing a counter right hand but Dickinson manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dickinson misses with a leg kick
and Tai Kung counters with a straight right hand.
Tai Kung 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.
Dickinson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick that is checked
and Dickinson counters with a low kick, right behind Tai Kung 's knee.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dickinson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tai Kung needs to keep his hands up - Dickinson had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
Dickinson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dickinson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tai Kung looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Dickinson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tai Kung throws a lazy uppercut
and Dickinson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tai Kung misses with a looping right.
Dickinson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tai Kung misses with a wild body shot.
Tai Kung throws a jab when Dickinson was well out of range.
A combination from Dickinson does no damage.
Tai Kung half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that lands on Dickinson's shoulder, as Dickinson tries to avoid the shot.
Dickinson only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tai Kung thows a leg kick but Dickinson checks it
and Tai Kung takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Manolito Tai Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut. Dickinson saw that one coming.
Dickinson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tai Kung throws a low kick but Dickinson moves out of range easily.
Tai Kung works the jab nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tai Kung misses with a hook
and Tai Kung takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tai Kung looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dickinson.
Dickinson lands with a right hand.
Tai Kung takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dickinson motions for Tai Kung to come forward. Dickinson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung looks to throw the jab but Dickinson is out of range.
Dickinson misses with a lunging right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a right hand to the body.
Dickinson connects with a body shot.#T3#
Dickinson moves out of range of the strikes.
Dickinson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tai Kung misses with a lunging right hand
and Dickinson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dickinson cracks Tai Kung with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tai Kung misses with a hook. Dickinson ducked under it nicely.
Dickinson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A cross from Tai Kung lands.
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Dickinson is just out of range.
Dickinson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
Dickinson cracks Tai Kung with a right hand to the side of the head.#T4#
Dickinson throws a leg kick but Tai Kung checks it.
Tai Kung thows a leg kick but Dickinson checks it
and Dickinson counters with a slapping leg kick.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick
enabling Dickinson to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice shot by Dickinson.
Dickinson just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung blocks a head kick by Dickinson.
A low kick from Tai Kung misses
and Dickinson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tai Kung thows a leg kick but Dickinson checks it
and Dickinson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung looks to land a left hand but Dickinson moved out of range nicely.
Dickinson with a hook.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sean Dickinson!
An out of breath Sean Dickinson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC 52 - Slugs vs Eagle 2
Date: Dec 19, 2020

#R1#
Kosmanov misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely.
We've been told by Tai Kung's head coaches at The Cave that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kosmanov lands with a shot to the body.
A head kick by Tai Kung misses #TD2#
and Kosmanov counters with a shoot takedown. Tai Kung fights it but they end up in guard.
Kosmanov trying to control but Tai Kung is working from the bottom.
Kosmanov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kosmanov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tai Kung is keeping the position for now.
Kosmanov wants to control from the top but Tai Kung keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kosmanov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kosmanov wants to control from the top but Tai Kung keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kosmanov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Kosmanov trying to control the position from guard on top but Tai Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Kosmanov is in close to Tai Kung's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kosmanov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kosmanov throws an elbow that misses. Tai Kung uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kosmanov's guard. Nice move by Tai Kung!#REVR#
Tai Kung is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Tai Kung postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kosmanov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tai Kung is one step ahead there.
Tai Kung is looking to work some ground and pound but Kosmanov has wrist control.#T2#
Kosmanov looking to control. #SUB2#
Kosmanov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Tai Kung escapes and throws Kosmanov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Tai Kung wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kosmanov keeps working.
Tai Kung cracks Kosmanov with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kosmanov gets back to half guard.
Tai Kung sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kosmanov defending well though.
Tai Kung tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kosmanov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kosmanov is trying to control but can't. #T3#
Tai Kung is looking to take a break and control but Kosmanov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kosmanov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Tai Kung sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kosmanov defending well though.
Kosmanov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tai Kung scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tai Kung working the head and body with strikes.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Tai Kung connects with a nice short shot to Kosmanov's temple.
Tai Kung slips a nice elbow through Kosmanov's hands, connecting with Kosmanov's forehead.
Kosmanov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tai Kung scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB2#
Kosmanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tai Kung is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Tai Kung wants to control but Kosmanov is keeping him busy.
Tai Kung moves into full mount! Kosmanov won't be happy about that!
Kosmanov wants to control but Tai Kung is having none of it.
Kosmanov is bucking up trying to escape but Tai Kung cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Kosmanov is desperately trying to improve his position but Tai Kung has a good base and remains in mount.
Kosmanov is bucking up trying to escape but Tai Kung cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung punishing his opponent with strikes.
Kosmanov takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#ROC#Kosmanov is rocked!
Kosmanov is desperately trying to improve his position but Tai Kung has a good base and remains in mount.
Kosmanov tries to hold on but Tai Kung pushes him away.
Tai Kung has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Kosmanov's face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung 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#
Kosmanov misses with an uppercut. Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Tai Kung avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kosmanov misses with an uppercut. Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Kosmanov connects with a jab.
A bone on bone clash there as Tai Kung blocks the leg kick.
Kosmanov looks to land a right hand but Tai Kung moved out of range.
Kosmanov defending well as Tai Kung loads up on a big left hand.
Kosmanov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Tai Kung is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Tai Kung lands with a straight right. Kosmanov didn't see that one coming.
Kosmanov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the body
and Kosmanov counters with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kosmanov.
An inside leg kick from Tai Kung misses.
Kosmanov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Manolito Tai Kung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Tai Kung connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kosmanov's hands.
No joy there for Tai Kung, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tai Kung 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.
Tai Kung moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kosmanov walks into a left hand.
Kosmanov is still on wobbly legs! Can Tai Kung finish him?
Kosmanov swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tai Kung moves out of range as Kosmanov strikes.
Kosmanov seems to have recovered his senses.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick but Kosmanov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kosmanov throws a jab but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the head.
Kosmanov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T2#
Tai Kung on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kosmanov throws a poor cross that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a thumping low kick.
Tai Kung scores with a jab.
Kosmanov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tai Kung throws a quick counter head kick but Kosmanov was just out of range.
Tai Kung takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tai Kung pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kosmanov looks to throw the jab but Tai Kung is out of range.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Kosmanov.
A big right from Tai Kung misses.
Tai Kung punishes Kosmanov's body with a nice straight punch.
Tai Kung lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kosmanov scores with a shot to the body. #T3#
Tai Kung swinging wildly here.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
Kosmanov avoids the body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The fighters circling - Kosmanov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kosmanov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tai Kung.
Manolito Tai Kung is winning the standup battle so far.
Tai Kung throws a hook but Kosmanov blocks it.
Kosmanov misses with a low kick.
Tai Kung misses with a right hand
and Tai Kung takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kosmanov works the jab nicely.
Kosmanov walks into a jab.#T4#
Kosmanov throws the left hand but Tai Kung avoids the punch easily.
Tai Kung looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kosmanov avoids the body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands a nice shot that snaps Kosmanov's head back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tai Kung wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kosmanov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kosmanov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tai Kung as he jumps to the side.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kosmanov.
Tai Kung tries to score with a low kick but Kosmanov moves his leg out of the way.
Tai Kung tries to move into range but Kosmanov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but Kosmanov avoids the punch easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kosmanov ducks right into an uppercut from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kosmanov.
A low kick from Tai Kung misses
and Kosmanov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kosmanov manages to avoid it.
Tai Kung looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tai Kung throws an off balance right hand
and Kosmanov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut
and Kosmanov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tai Kung throws out a leg kick but Kosmanov moves out of range and Tai Kung only half commits.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kosmanov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tai Kung tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Kosmanov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kosmanov working the head and body with strikes. #T1#
Tai Kung moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kosmanov postures up.
Kosmanov looking to sit in guard and control but Tai Kung gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Tai Kung preventing the sweep.
Tai Kung trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tai Kung working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Tai Kung looking to pass the guard.
Kosmanov is trying to keep Tai Kung in close.
Tai Kung throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Kosmanov is trying to keep Tai Kung in close.
Tai Kung is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kosmanov wants to sweep but no luck.
Tai Kung working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kosmanov's head.
Tai Kung working some strikes from top position.
Tai Kung trying to control but Kosmanov is working from the bottom.
Tai Kung trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tai Kung working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tai Kung lands a couple of digs.
Tai Kung connects with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Kosmanov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tai Kung works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tai Kung controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Kosmanov looking for submissions off his back.
Kosmanov gets back to full guard.
Tai Kung trying to control but Kosmanov is working from the bottom.
Tai Kung throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kosmanov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Tai Kung working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Tai Kung connects with a couple of short punches.
Tai Kung is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kosmanov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung trying to control the position from guard on top but Kosmanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tai Kung looking to sit in guard and control but Kosmanov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kosmanov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

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 Manolito Tai Kung.
Well Tai Kung 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: HFC Speed Brawls IV
Date: Nov 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Taurus misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely.
Tai Kung scores with a three punch combo! #CUT#It looks like Wesley Taurus has been cut.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung clobbers Taurus with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tai Kung lands with a shot to the body.
Tai Kung tries to clinch up.
Taurus misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tai Kung counters with a huge left! Taurus is in big trouble! He's backing up but Tai Kung isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Taurus from any more damage. A dominating finish by Tai Kung!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
During a confident post fight interview, Manolito Tai Kung thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: HFC 42 - Slingin vs Yazzie
Date: Oct 10, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tai Kung with a nice calf kick.
Tai Kung connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lachance. Lachance circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT#It looks like Lucien Lachance has been cut.
Lachance looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Lachance with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tai Kung to score with a decent uppercut.
Tai Kung looks to throw the jab but Lachance is out of range.
Tai Kung throws a shot from downtown. Lachance moves away and avoids it.
Lachance looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A low kick from Tai Kung misses
and Lachance counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lachance misses with a hook. Tai Kung ducked under it nicely.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Lachance takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lachance uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
Lachance is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Lachance is just out of range.
Lachance tries to counter by closing the distance.
That kick from Tai Kung tenderised Lachance's leg. Lachance is trying to keep his angry face on.#T1#
Lachance takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
As Tai Kung backs off Lachance throws a huge counter combo but Tai Kung manages to avoid it all.
Tai Kung throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice side step and Lachance releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tai Kung jabs at Lachance's body.
Jab, jab by Tai Kung - just one landing.
Lachance lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tai Kung looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The fighters circling - Lachance throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tai Kung stuns Lachance with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with a combination
and Lachance counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lachance takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T2#
Lachance throws a jab when Tai Kung was well out of range.
Tai Kung turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target.
Lachance takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lachance misses with a looping left.
Lachance 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.
Lachance takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tai Kung takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lachance stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tai Kung.
A shot to the body from Tai Kung misses
and Lachance counters with a nice uppercut.
A low kick from Tai Kung misses
and Lachance counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Lachance counters with a stiff right hand.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Lachance counters by moving into the clinch.
Tai Kung lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lachance.
Lachance tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tai Kung just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tai Kung lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lachance blocking some punches.
Lachance tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tai Kung smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Lachance forces Tai Kung back against the cage and clinches.
Lachance misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lachance is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Tai Kung to keep the fight standing.
Manolito Tai Kung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lucien Lachance.#T4#
Lachance lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lachance jumps guard but Tai Kung turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A short right from Tai Kung.
Lachance blocking some punches.
Lachance tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lachance being controlled against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lachance tries to pull guard but Tai Kung won't allow it.
A head punch on the inside from Lachance fails to land.
Tai Kung has a couple of punches blocked by Lachance. #BC#
Tai Kung pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tai Kung throws a good cross that connects.
Tai Kung throws a big shot that misses.
Lachance has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tai Kung finds it's way round the side to connect with Lachance's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lucien Lachance's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lachance connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lachance takes one to the chin there.
Tai Kung looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A little jabbing left from Lachance on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tai Kung swings widly with a right hand
and Lachance counters with a nice body shot.
Tai Kung slips under a jab from Lachance.
Tai Kung was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A lazy body kick from Tai Kung
and Tai Kung takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tai Kung takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tai Kung wants to land a leg kick but Lachance is out of range.
Tai Kung is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lachance can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lachance checks the leg kick.
Tai Kung misses with a body shot.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Lachance.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Lachance! But no joy.#T1#
Tai Kung chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Manolito Tai Kung is winning the standup battle so far.
Lachance just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Lachance.
Lachance misses with the combination.
Lachance throws a series of punches but Tai Kung avoids them all with ease.
A big left from Tai Kung misses.
Tai Kung throws a right and a left that Lachance avoids nicely.
Tai Kung misses with a low kick.
Lachance swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung throws a lazy uppercut
and Lachance counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lachance moves forwards but Tai Kung connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T2#
Tai Kung scores with a nice head shot.
Lachance moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tai Kung throws a right hand that misses
and Lachance counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tai Kung misses with a body shot.
Tai Kung throws a head kick but Lachance moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Tai Kung misses
and Lachance counters with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick
letting Lachance counter with a right hand. #ROC2#Tai Kung is rocked!
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oh Tai Kung is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tai Kung misses with a lunging right hand
and Lachance counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tai Kung connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tai Kung just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Tai Kung throws a lazy right hand but Lachance sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Lachance was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tai Kung seems to have got his legs back now.
Lachance 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.
Tai Kung clobbers Lachance with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tai Kung misses with a right hand #CL2#
and Lachance holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Tai Kung throws a head punch that misses.
Lachance blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lachance lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
Tai Kung breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tai Kung circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tai Kung throws a looping overhand right but Lachance ducks down to avoid it.
Lachance looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tai Kung throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Lachance to counter with a crisp jab.
Lachance rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tai Kung connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tai Kung misses with a kick to the body
and Lachance counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Tai Kung falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Lucien Lachance!
Lucien Lachance thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 25 - Slingin vs Kung
Date: Jun 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Slingin throws a shot to the body.
Slingin takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Slingin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tai Kung manages to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Tai Kung on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tai Kung misses with a left hand #TD#
and Slingin counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Tai Kung has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Slingin trying to control the position from guard on top but Tai Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tai Kung looking for a sweep. Not yet Tai Kung, not yet.
Tai Kung trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slingin preventing the sweep.
Slingin content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Slingin trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Slingin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Tai Kung is trying to keep Slingin in close.
Tai Kung pulls Slingin in close to prevent any damage.
Slingin throws a big right hand that misses.
Slingin cracks Tai Kung with a solid left hand.
We've been hearing that Slingin has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Slingin won't allow Tai Kung to sweep him here.
Slingin trying to control but Tai Kung is working from the bottom.
Slingin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tai Kung is keeping the position for now.
Tai Kung is trying to control the position but Slingin postures up.
Tai Kung manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Slingin manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Slingin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tai Kung's guard. #REVR##T2#
Tai Kung is trying to control the position but Slingin postures up.
Tai Kung looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Tai Kung lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Slingin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tai Kung must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Slingin looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Slingin wants to sweep here but Tai Kung controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Slingin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Tai Kung is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Tai Kung preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Slingin throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tai Kung bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Slingin's guard. #REVB#
Tai Kung postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Tai Kung works over Slingin with some ground and pound from guard.
Tai Kung cracks Slingin with a solid left hand.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Tai Kung working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Slingin looking to control.
Slingin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tai Kung. #SUB#
Slingin looking for a guillotine here but Tai Kung defends easily. #T4#
Tai Kung throws a big right hand that misses.
Slingin has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Tai Kung working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Tai Kung scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Slingin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tai Kung's guard. #REVR#
Slingin preventing the sweep.
Tai Kung looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Slingin content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Slingin throwing strikes from guard but Tai Kung blocks nicely.
Slingin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tai Kung swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Slingin trying to control but Tai Kung is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Slash Slingin dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tai Kung scores with a crisp jab that stopped Slingin in his tracks.
Tai Kung throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
No luck for Slingin with that takedown attempt.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Slingin.
Tai Kung connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Slingin walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tai Kung keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tai Kung swats away the attempt to clinch by Slingin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slingin swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Slingin fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Slingin avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Slingin drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1#
Tai Kung sizes up Slingin with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Slingin gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with a hook. Slingin ducked under it nicely.
Tai Kung connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tai Kung throws the left hand but Slingin avoids the punch easily.
Manolito Tai Kung is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Slingin swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range. #TD#
Slingin closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Tai Kung has his hands clasped together around Slingin's back. He's all about the action.
Tai Kung is staying active underneath Slingin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tai Kung wants to get back to full guard.
Tai Kung is holding on to half guard well.#T2#
Slingin missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tai Kung tries to roll over but Slingin keeps him under control.
Tai Kung trying to hold on to Slingin's head to control him but Slingin postures up.
Slingin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Tai Kung tries to get to full guard but Slingin has control of the leg.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Slingin wants to pass to mount but Tai Kung is defending the position. #T3#
Tai Kung tries to roll over but Slingin keeps him under control.
Tai Kung controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Tai Kung is trying to get back to full guard.
Tai Kung is refusing to be controlled, as Slingin sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tai Kung connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tai Kung looks to land a left hand but Slingin moved out of range nicely.
Tai Kung is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tai Kung waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Slingin.
Tai Kung throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Tai Kung lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Slingin shoots in but Tai Kung avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Slash Slingin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tai Kung moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Slingin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Tai Kung tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Slingin is able to avoid easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung connects with a good right hand that stumbles Slingin. Slingin circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nice cross by Tai Kung.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Slingin gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tai Kung scores with a sloppy right hand. Slingin should have avoided that one.
Tai Kung throws an overhand right that lands on Slingin's shoulder, as Slingin tries to avoid the shot.
Tai Kung connects with a solid leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Tai Kung tests Slingin's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tai Kung avoids the body shot from Slingin.
Slingin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tai Kung looks to land a left hand but Slingin moved out of range nicely.
Tai Kung takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tai Kung with the inside leg kick.
Slingin scores with a punch to the head.
Slingin moves out of range as Tai Kung strikes.
Slingin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tai Kung displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Slingin.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung's jab looks to have found its range, popping Slingin under the eye.
Tai Kung cracks Slingin with a good jab.
A slow jab from Tai Kung misses its intended target. #T1##TD#
Slingin gets the takedown into side control.
Slingin throws a strike aimed at the side of Tai Kung's head but Tai Kung avoids it well.
Slingin tries to score with some ground and pound. Tai Kung controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Slingin working the ground and pound but Tai Kung is defending the strikes.
Tai Kung is looking for a sweep.
Slingin throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Tai Kung tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Slingin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tai Kung sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tai Kung is looking for a sweep. Slingin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Slingin is thwarting Tai Kung's attempts to control the position.
Tai Kung moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Slingin trying to control but Tai Kung is working from the bottom. #T2#
Slingin postures up.
Tai Kung is pulling down on Slingin's head to control his posture.
Tai Kung controls Slingin momentarily but Slingin frees himself.
Tai Kung pulls Slingin in close to his closed guard and prevents Slingin from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Slingin trying to control but Tai Kung is working from the bottom.
Tai Kung is trying to keep Slingin in close. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Slingin moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T3#
Tai Kung thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tai Kung has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
Slingin is looking to wear down Tai Kung with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#TD#
Slingin looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Tai Kung is controlling Slingin's trapped leg to prevent Slingin from advancing to side control.
Tai Kung keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Tai Kung is controlling Slingin's trapped leg to prevent Slingin from advancing to side control.
Tai Kung wants to get back to full guard.
Slingin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
Tai Kung desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Tai Kung makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Slingin preventing the sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Slingin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Slingin postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Slash Slingin clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4##CL#
Slingin clinches with his opponent.
Slingin lands with a short shot to the head.
Slingin has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tai Kung avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Tai Kung lands a body punch in the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Slingin takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Slingin tries to work over Tai Kung's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Slingin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Slingin can't get the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Slash Slingin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tai Kung can't find room to land a body shot as Slingin controls the action.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut. #T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Slingin is working for takedown but Tai Kung is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tai Kung lands a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Slingin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tai Kung stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tai Kung presses Slingin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tai Kung stops a takedown attempt from Slingin.
Slingin throws a punch but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Slingin is trying to push Tai Kung away but Tai Kung has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Tai Kung blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
Slingin works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Slingin blocks an uppercut.
Slingin trying to stall but Tai Kung improves his position.
Tai Kung lands a shot to the body.
Slingin blocks an uppercut.
Slingin wants a takedown but no success here.
Slingin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tai Kung lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Slingin backwards.
Tai Kung misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Slingin.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tai Kung works on Slingin's body with a couple of short punches.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Slingin blocking some punches. #T3#
Slingin throws a head punch that misses.
Slingin wants to break free but Tai Kung has control.
Tai Kung swings wildly with an uppercut but Slingin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tai Kung tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Slingin's elbow.
Slingin is trying to force a seperation but Tai Kung has the dominant position.
Slingin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tai Kung lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tai Kung gets through Slingin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Slingin has Tai Kung pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tai Kung manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Tai Kung lands a shot to the body.
Slingin goes for a takedown attempt but Tai Kung pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #T4#
Tai Kung bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tai Kung lands a really nice looking cross but Slingin seems unphased. #TD#
Slingin scores with a takedown into Tai Kung's guard.
Slingin preventing the sweep.
Slingin wants to control from the top but Tai Kung keeps moving.
Tai Kung seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Slingin drops back looking for a leg! Tai Kung is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Tai Kung manages to kick Slingin off! Slingin jumps back into Tai Kung's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that fourth 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Slingin staying out of range there.
Nice jab there from Tai Kung.
A nice leg kick from Tai Kung, right into the meat of the thigh.
Slingin looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Slingin tests Tai Kung's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tai Kung catches Slingin with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tai Kung uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Slingin.
Tai Kung cracks Slingin with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Slingin throws a chopping leg kick but Tai Kung manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tai Kung looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung works the jab nicely.
Tai Kung lands with an overhand left.
Slingin takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.#T1#
Slingin ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Slingin.
Slingin drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tai Kung sprawls and moves away.
Slingin slips a straight right by Tai Kung.
Slingin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Slingin moves in looking to clinch but Tai Kung pushes him off.
Slingin is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Slingin misses the target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tai Kung! But no joy.
Slingin is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Slingin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tai Kung was well out of range. Poor timing from Slingin.
Slingin ducks under a wild hook from Tai Kung.
Good exchange - Tai Kung coming out on top.#TD#
Slingin shoots in and gets a takedown into Tai Kung's guard.#T2#
Tai Kung manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Slingin manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Slingin can't keep his opponent in guard - Tai Kung advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Slingin is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tai Kung scores with a couple of nice shots.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Tai Kung prevents Slingin from improving his position.
Slingin regains full guard. Nicely done.
Tai Kung makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Tai Kung content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Tai Kung is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Tai Kung keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Slingin's head.
Slingin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tai Kung manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Slingin landing some decent shots from guard. #T3#
Slingin postures up.
Slingin trying to control but Tai Kung is working from the bottom.
Slingin stays in close to Tai Kung's body and controls the position.
Tai Kung pulls Slingin in close to prevent any damage.
Tai Kung not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Slingin drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Slingin jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Slingin accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tai Kung trying to control the position here.
Slash Slingin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Slingin content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Tai Kung has his hands on Slingin's head, controlling the position.
Tai Kung controls Slingin momentarily but Slingin frees himself.
Slingin with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tai Kung has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tai Kung looking to hit a scissor sweep but Slingin is one step ahead there.
Tai Kung pulls Slingin in close to prevent any damage.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 47:48
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 47:48
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manolito Tai Kung!
Manolito Tai Kung is the new welterweight champion!
A victorious Manolito Tai Kung thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: HFC 22 - Jack vs Carter
Date: Jun 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A kick lands to the mid section there for Tai Kung.
Stoner misses with a takedown attempt - Tai Kung sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tai Kung is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD2#
Stoner looking to score a takedown here. Tai Kung is defending well but Stoner drives through and ends up in Tai Kung's guard.
Tai Kung wants to sweep but no luck.
Stoner is in close to Tai Kung's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Stoner wants to pass the guard but Tai Kung is keeping the position.
Stoner with a nice head shot there.
Tai Kung bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Stoner's guard. #REVR#
We've been hearing that Tai Kung has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stoner looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Tai Kung puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Tai Kung misses with a head shot. Stoner uses the momentum to regain guard.
Stoner avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Stoner controlling Tai Kung's posture.
Tai Kung throwing strikes from guard but Stoner blocks nicely.
Tai Kung throwing strikes from guard but Stoner blocks nicely.
Tai Kung pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Stoner is keeping the position for now.
Tai Kung preventing the sweep. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Stoner avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Stoner trying to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stoner is looking to sweep but instead, Tai Kung has passed into half guard.
Tai Kung working the head and body with strikes.
Nice strikes from Tai Kung there.
Tai Kung missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Stoner is looking to escape.
Tai Kung scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Tai Kung is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Stoner wants to control but Tai Kung is keeping busy.
Stoner 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.
Tai Kung is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Tai Kung scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Stoner? #CUT#It looks like Jaxon Stoner has been cut.
Tai Kung lands a nice shot to the head.
Stoner is in all sorts of trouble here.
Tai Kung looking to finish Stoner with some ground and pound. This is bad for Stoner!#CUT#That has opened up Jaxon Stoner's cut even more.#T4#
Tai Kung thowing shots but they're missing.
Tai Kung throwing strikes here but Stoner is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tai Kung looking to land elbow strikes but Stoner uses the position to regain half guard.
Stoner tries to roll over but Tai Kung keeps him under control.
Stoner preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stoner is looking to control Tai Kung's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Stoner avoid being mounted?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Stoner's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A nice inside leg kick there by Tai Kung. That's going to slow Stoner down.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tai Kung - that will leave a mark!
Stoner avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tai Kung.
Stoner drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tai Kung defends it well.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Stoner.
Tai Kung 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.
Tai Kung connects with the punch.
Stoner misses with a takedown
and Tai Kung counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Tai Kung scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Tai Kung, right into the meat of the thigh.
Stoner shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tai Kung but Tai Kung pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Manolito Tai Kung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jaxon Stoner.
Tai Kung missing with a left hand there. Stoner was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Stoner takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Stoner walks forward, straight into a front kick from Tai Kung.
Stoner dives in for a single leg takedown but Tai Kung sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tai Kung throws a counter high kick but Stoner was just alert enough to avoid it.
Tai Kung throws a hook to the side of Stoner's head but Stoner sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Stoner changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Stoner blocks a head kick by Tai Kung.
And Stoner tries to counter it with a takedown but Tai Kung pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tai Kung throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Stoner counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Stoner distracts Tai Kung with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T2#
Stoner is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung wants to sweep but no luck.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Stoner's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Tai Kung looking to hit a scissor sweep but Stoner is one step ahead there.
Stoner lands a couple of elbows.
Stoner missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Stoner trying to control but Tai Kung is working from the bottom.
Stoner throwing strikes from guard but Tai Kung blocks nicely.
Tai Kung looking for a sweep. Not yet Tai Kung, not yet. #T3#
Tai Kung is working hard here to advance position.
Tai Kung manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Stoner manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Tai Kung postures up.
Stoner seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Manolito Tai Kung overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tai Kung in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tai Kung working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Tai Kung loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Tai Kung has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T4#
Tai Kung passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Stoner prevents Tai Kung from improving position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tai Kung lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #CUT#The cut above Jaxon Stoner's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Tai Kung tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Tai Kung throwing strikes but Stoner manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Tai Kung regains half guard.
Stoner lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Tai Kung regains full guard. Nicely done.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jaxon Stoner's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tai Kung pivots, looking for a leg kick but Stoner is out of range and Tai Kung settles back down.
Tai Kung connects with a jab.
Stoner defending well as Tai Kung loads up on a big left hand.
Stoner avoids the body shot from Tai Kung. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Tai Kung enables Stoner to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Tai Kung manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Tai Kung 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.
Stoner is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Stoner's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Stoner postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Stoner content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Stoner preventing the sweep. #T1#
Stoner postures up and lands a big shot to Tai Kung's brow.
Stoner chips away with some ground and pound.
Tai Kung is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stoner can do to turn this around?
Tai Kung is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Tai Kung lands a nice short elbow.
Stoner wants to get back to his feet.
Tai Kung working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Tai Kung with the ground and pound but Stoner uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Tai Kung postures up and lands a big shot to Stoner's brow.
Jaxon Stoner has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Stoner pulls Tai Kung in close to prevent any damage.
Stoner is continuing to stall.
Tai Kung landing some decent shots from guard. #CUT#Jaxon Stoner's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Jaxon Stoner's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Manolito Tai Kung!
A victorious Manolito Tai Kung thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Jaxon Stoner spoke after the fight, saying 'Thank you to all my fans for your support tonight. I'm sorry I did not bring home the victory, but I will go back, train harder, and come back stronger and better to give you what you all deserve! A winner, a champion, a legend!'.

Event: HFC Bloodbath 1
Date: May 02, 2020

#R1#
Tai Kung throws a leg kick which misses Larsson's front leg but catches the back leg as Larsson tries to avoid it.
Tai Kung throws out a powerful jab.
Larsson throws a leg kick but Tai Kung moved away.
Larsson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick #TD#
and Larsson counters with a takedown into side control.
Tai Kung is looking to reverse the position.
Larsson working the body and head with strikes.
Tai Kung tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Larsson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Larsson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tai Kung keeps working. #SUB#
Larsson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Larsson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Tai Kung felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T1#
Tai Kung takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Tai Kung defending against the ground and pound.
Tai Kung is looking for a sweep.
We've been hearing that Larsson has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Larsson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Tai Kung manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tai Kung is nestled in close to Larsson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T2#
Tai Kung working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Larsson tries to roll over but Tai Kung keeps him under control.
Tai Kung working over Larsson with some ground and pound. Larsson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Larsson wants to control but Tai Kung is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tai Kung missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tai Kung lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Tai Kung working Larsson over with strikes. #T3#
Tai Kung throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Larsson has hold of Tai Kung's hands but Tai Kung slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Larsson taking some punishment here, with Tai Kung in his half guard. #ROC2#
Larsson is rocked!
Larsson tries to roll over but Tai Kung keeps him under control.
Oh Larsson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Larsson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tai Kung tries to stand but Larsson is controlling from the bottom.
Larsson seems to have got his legs back now.
Tai Kung pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Larsson is keeping the position for now.
Tai Kung postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Tai Kung is in close to Larsson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Tai Kung advances position into side control!
Larsson stops Tai Kung from passing to mount.
Larsson can't do much from the bottom here.
Tai Kung in side control lands a decent elbow.
Tai Kung scores with punches from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Larsson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tai Kung paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A nice side step and Tai Kung releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tai Kung listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Larsson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tai Kung can pounce on him.
Good leg kick by Tai Kung there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Larsson takes one on the button.
Larsson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tai Kung can pounce on him.
Larsson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tai Kung connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Larsson scrambles back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tai Kung throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Tai Kung catches Larsson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
Larsson swings for the body but Tai Kung moves out of range.
It seemed like Tai Kung was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tai Kung connects with the punch.
Tai Kung lands a head shot.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick #TD#
so Larsson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Larsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Tai Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tai Kung wants to stand up but Larsson is controlling him.
Larsson throws a big right hand that misses.
Larsson prevents Tai Kung from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Tai Kung 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.
Larsson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tai Kung works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Larsson throwing strikes but missing.
Larsson with a nice head shot there.
Tai Kung tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tai Kung is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Larsson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
Larsson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Larsson preventing the sweep.
Larsson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Larsson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tai Kung lands a head kick. Larsson smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
A lazy left from Tai Kung finds it's target.
Tai Kung thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Larsson if he has to take too many more of those.
Larsson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A punch lands to the side of Larsson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A jab from Tai Kung finds it's way through Larsson's defenses. #T4#
Tai Kung lands with a shot to the body.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tai Kung fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung jabs Larsson right on the nose. Larsson blinks but takes it well.
Tai Kung misses with a head kick.
Larsson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL#
Larsson moves into the clinch.
Larsson looking for a takedown.
Tai Kung lands a body shot.
Tai Kung softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Tai Kung breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Larsson takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Tai Kung lands a body shot.
Larsson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Decent striking displayed by Tai Kung there.
Tai Kung misses the shot to the body.
Larsson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tai Kung sprawls and moves away.
Larsson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tai Kung throws a front kick aimed at Larsson's knee but Larsson avoids it well.
Larsson tries to counter with a takedown but Tai Kung is quick to defend against it.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung connects with a solid leg kick.
Tai Kung with a nice cross.
Tai Kung connects with a right hand. Larsson shakes it off.#T1#
Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Larsson.
Larsson 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.
Tai Kung works Larsson's body with a nice hook.
Larsson just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung misses with a body kick.
Tai Kung keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tai Kung gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Larsson counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tai Kung works his way to full guard. Good work.
Larsson is pushing down on Tai Kung's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tai Kung is fighting to maintain full guard but Larsson has managed to sneak the leg through.#T2#
Larsson winds up and cracks Tai Kung with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Larsson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Larsson is nestled in close to Tai Kung, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tai Kung is looking for a sweep. Larsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Larsson is working for a submission of some sort.
Tai Kung misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Larsson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tai Kung defending well though. #T3#
Larsson wants to control but Tai Kung is keeping him busy.
Manolito Tai Kung has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tai Kung is trying to get back to full guard.
Tai Kung taking some punishment here, with Larsson in his half guard.
Gunner Larsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Larsson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Larsson throwing shots but Tai Kung is blocking nicely.
Larsson prevents Tai Kung from improving his position.
Tai Kung is staying active underneath Larsson, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tai Kung makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Larsson postures up in Tai Kung's guard and throws a big left but Tai Kung blocks it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Tai Kung connects with a jab.
Tai Kung is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Larsson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tai Kung cracks the inside of Larsson's front leg.
Tai Kung throws a nice inside leg kick.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manolito Tai Kung!
An out of breath Manolito Tai Kung thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC 10 - Kung vs Rodrigues
Date: Mar 21, 2020

#R1#
Tai Kung pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL2#
Rodrigues closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rodrigues fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A shot in the inside from Tai Kung. #TD2#
Rodrigues ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Rodrigues no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Rodrigues has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tai Kung can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tai Kung is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for subs off his back but Tai Kung has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tai Kung seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tai Kung is trying to control. Rodrigues wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tai Kung wants to pass to mount but Rodrigues is defending the position. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tai Kung is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigues wants to get back to full guard.
Tai Kung knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Rodrigues on the ground.
Rodrigues is not content to let Tai Kung control the position.#SUB2#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tai Kung pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Tai Kung is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Tai Kung passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Rodrigues!
Rodrigues slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tai Kung sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rodrigues is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Tai Kung is tapping! Great win for Rodrigues!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Samuel Rodrigues! Samuel Rodrigues retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Samuel Rodrigues 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: HFC 6 - Slugs vs Lugar
Date: Feb 29, 2020

#R1#
Bogger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tai Kung explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Tai Kung avoids the head kick by Bogger.
Tai Kung connects with a crisp jab.
Tai Kung slips under a jab from Bogger.
Decent striking displayed by Tai Kung there.
Tai Kung tries to clinch but Bogger is having none of it.
Bogger throws a big counter combination but Tai Kung scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bogger paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tai Kung thuds a left hand into Bogger's body.
Tai Kung keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bogger.#CL2#
Tai Kung has closed the distance and engaged Bogger in a clinch.
Tai Kung swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bogger working hard to break the clinch.
Tai Kung lands an uppercut.#TD#
Bogger successfully pulls guard. #T1#
Tai Kung stops Bogger from standing up.
Tai Kung slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SU2#
Tai Kung stands and steps away. Bogger gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Tai Kung lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Tai Kung just misses with a punch to the body.
Bogger throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bogger takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tai Kung tries to clinch up.
Tai Kung pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tai Kung looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tai Kung thumps Bogger with a low kick.
Tai Kung scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
Tai Kung lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bogger's sensitive parts.
Tai Kung moves out of range of the leg kick from Bogger.
Tai Kung fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bogger on the side of the head.
Bogger takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bogger throws a body punch but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung 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.
Tai Kung tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bogger manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bogger appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bogger on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tai Kung. Tai Kung obviously looking to wear him down.
Bogger throws a hook but Tai Kung avoids it easily.
Bogger drops his hands momentarily and Tai Kung takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick and Bogger moves out of range easily.
Bogger just misses with a punch to the body.
Bogger throws a head kick that misses.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Tai Kung connects with a solid leg kick.
Bogger looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bogger lands with a right hand.
Tai Kung lands a front kick.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that Bogger semi-blocks. #CUT2#
It looks like James Bogger has been cut.
Bogger is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tai Kung fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bogger.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tai Kung checks a leg kick.
Tai Kung scores with a leg kick.
Tai Kung tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bogger swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tai Kung lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bogger tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bogger takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tai Kung is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
Bogger has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tai Kung.
Good leg kick by Tai Kung there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tai Kung lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bogger's sensitive parts.
Tai Kung lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bogger throws a head kick that misses.
Bogger walks into a left hand.
Bogger takes a swing at Tai Kung's ribcage but misses.
Bogger tries to move into range but Tai Kung moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bogger throws a head kick but Tai Kung moves out of range.
Tai Kung fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bogger on the side of the head.
Bogger ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
The cut man is working on James Bogger's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tai Kung feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bogger's calf.
Bogger chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tai Kung can pounce on him.
Bogger waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tai Kung.
Tai Kung swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tai Kung slips a straight right by Bogger.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung is looking to clinch but Bogger is avoiding it.
Tai Kung lands a nice shot to the body.
Tai Kung has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bogger has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands with a thumping leg kick.
A punch combination from Bogger misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung fakes the leg kick and cracks Bogger in the body. #CL2#
Tai Kung pushes Bogger up against the cage in a clinch.
A short uppercut from Tai Kung.
Bogger misses with the head strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short right from Bogger. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tai Kung creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bogger misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bogger jumps guard but Tai Kung stands there with Bogger around his waist. Bogger gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Bogger has had enough of the clinch but Tai Kung keeps him there for the moment.
Bogger can't break the clinch.
Tai Kung blocks a body shot from Bogger.
A short left from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bogger tries to circle away but Tai Kung has him pinned against the cage.
Bogger misses with the head strike.
Tai Kung misses with the head strike.
A short right from Tai Kung on the inside.
Tai Kung misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Bogger pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tai Kung lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tai Kung connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T2#
Bogger scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body kick there by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tai Kung looks to clinch
and Bogger counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tai Kung looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tai Kung changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tai Kung checks a leg kick.
A cross from Tai Kung lands.
Bogger misses with a wild body shot.
Jab by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tai Kung scores with a nice head shot.#T3#
Tai Kung stuns Bogger with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bogger steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tai Kung. That one must have hurt.
Bogger will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Tai Kung lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tai Kung looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bogger is looking to counter punch.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Tai Kung - that will leave a mark!
A jab from Bogger misses.
Bogger takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tai Kung fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bogger looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A jab lands there for Bogger.
Tai Kung scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T4#
Bogger steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tai Kung. That one must have hurt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bogger throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Tai Kung counters with an outside leg kick.
Donk. Tai Kung catches Bogger right on the button with a cross.
Tai Kung cracks Bogger with an open hand slap.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Good leg kick by Tai Kung there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tai Kung getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tai Kung cracks Bogger with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.
Tai Kung lands a nice looking body kick.
Bogger looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tai Kung lands a leg kick that knocks Bogger off balance momentarily.
An inside leg kick lands from Tai Kung.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on James Bogger'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#
Bogger takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Tai Kung swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bogger takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A good leg kick by Tai Kung.
Bogger takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tai Kung tests Bogger's chin there with a solid looking shot.#ROC2#
Bogger is rocked!
Bogger takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung lands a leg kick that knocks Bogger off balance momentarily.
Bogger with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tai Kung to score with a decent uppercut.
Tai Kung lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Tai Kung scores with a jab. Bogger acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tai Kung.
Bogger keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bogger swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A slapping body kick lands there for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a shot to the body.
Tai Kung thuds his right hand into Bogger's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tai Kung throws a nice outside leg kick.
A shot to the body from Bogger misses
and Tai Kung counters with a low kick, right behind Bogger 's knee.
Tai Kung throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tai Kung throws a head kick but Bogger moves out of range.
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
Bogger fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tai Kung is out of range.
James Bogger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tai Kung wants to clinch.
Bogger takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tai Kung scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tai Kung lands a leg kick that knocks Bogger off balance momentarily.
A punch lands to the side of Bogger 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tai Kung checks the leg kick.
Tai Kung lands with a shot to the body. #T3#
Tai Kung jabs Bogger to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bogger has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung jabs Bogger to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bogger misses with an uppercut.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the body.
A jab lands there for Tai Kung.
Bogger throws a poor cross that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a nice body kick.
Tai Kung fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bogger takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tai Kung lands 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!
Tai Kung scores with a head kick.
Oh Bogger is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Bogger pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tai Kung cracks a nice hook into Bogger's ribs.
Bogger seems to have got his legs back now.
Tai Kung swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bogger.
Tai Kung lands a slapping body shot. #CL2#
Tai Kung moves into range and clinches up with Bogger.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bogger. #BC#
Bogger's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bogger takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tai Kung turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tai Kung takes one to the chin there.
Bogger misses with an uppercut. Tai Kung saw that one coming.
Manolito Tai Kung is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bogger avoids the clinch attempt nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Manolito Tai Kung comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tai Kung 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manolito Tai Kung!
A very excited looking Manolito Tai Kung made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SMASH: Archer vs Kung
Date: Feb 15, 2020

#R1##CL#
Tai Kung gets tackled into the cage by Archer. Archer maintains the clinch.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Tai Kung manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Archer darts in and clinches Tai Kung up against the cage.
Archer has Tai Kung pressed against the cage, preventing Tai Kung from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tai Kung doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Archer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tai Kung misses with a punch on the inside.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tai Kung is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Archer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Archer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Archer.
Tai Kung misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung misses with a punch to the body.
Archer lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tai Kung backwards.
Archer lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short uppercut from Tai Kung.
A short right from Archer on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Archer makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Archer has a couple of punches blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung scores with a hook to the body.
Still in the clinch, Archer scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Tai Kung pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Archer definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Archer connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tai Kung lands a slapping body shot.
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung throws out a powerful jab.
Archer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Archer uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tai Kung scores with a jab.
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!
Tai Kung with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tai Kung throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#CL#
Archer clinches.
Archer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Archer working aggressively here.
Tai Kung throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Archers head. #T2#
Archer tries a body shot but Tai Kung blocks it.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Archer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hook to the body lands for Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands a hook that snaps the head of Archer backwards.
Tai Kung doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Archer throws a head punch that misses.
Archer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Archer lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Archer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Archer throws a head punch that misses.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from Archer.
Archer misses with the head strike.
Tai Kung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tai Kung tries to work over Archer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Archer misses with some punches.
A body shot lands from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Archer backwards. #T3#
Archer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Archer lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Tai Kung breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tai Kung. Archer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tai Kung ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tai Kung throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tai Kung scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tai Kung is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Archer rather than just go for the knockout.
Archer loads up on a big right hand but Tai Kung slips the punch.
Tai Kung takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A looping hook to the body misses from Archer. Tai Kung does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tai Kung throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Archer stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Tai Kung.
Archer throws a body shot but no joy.
Tai Kung throws out a counter right but Archer avoids it with no problem.
Tai Kung changes levels and 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!
A nice inside leg kick there by Tai Kung. That's going to slow Archer down. #T4#
Tai Kung connects with a crisp jab.
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Archer uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with a body kick.
Tai Kung ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Archer misses with an uppercut.
A punch lands to the side of Archer 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Archer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tai Kung swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tai Kung pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Archer checks a leg kick.
Archer tries to counter by clinching up but Tai Kung breaks away and moves out of range.
Archer avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung swats away the attempt to clinch by Archer.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The fighters circling - Archer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Archer tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Archer takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Manolito Tai Kung will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Tai Kung keeps the fight on the outside.
Archer gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tai Kung bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Tai Kung takes one to the chin there.
Tai Kung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Archer manages to avoid it.#CL#
Archer closes the distance and clinches.
Archer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Archer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tai Kung scores with a nice hook to the head.
Archer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tai Kung tries to break free but Archer pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Archer swings wildly with an uppercut but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Archer has Tai Kung pressed against the cage, preventing Tai Kung from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tai Kung looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Archer blocks an uppercut.
Archer blocks a body shot from Tai Kung. #T1#
Archer fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Tai Kung breaks the clinch.
Tai Kung lands a lovely overhand right.
Tai Kung scores with a nice head shot.
Tai Kung jabs at Archer's body.
Archer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tai Kung cracks Archer with a good jab.
Archer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Archer wants to clinch.
Tai Kung throws a low kick, looking for Archer's leg but Archer calmly moves out of range.
Archer throws a big shot that misses.
A cross from Tai Kung lands.
Tai Kung avoids the body shot from Archer.
Archer looks to throw the jab but Tai Kung is out of range. #T2#
Tai Kung throws a wild body kick that Archer sees coming a mile off.
Archer moves in looking to clinch but Tai Kung pushes him off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tai Kung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Archer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tai Kung swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Archer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Archer takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Archer tries to clinch there but Tai Kung circles away.
Tai Kung changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Archer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Tai Kung attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tai Kung looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Tai Kung cracks Archer with an open hand slap.
Archer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tai Kung throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Tai Kung, right into the meat. #T3#
Archer misses with a straight left.
Tai Kung lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Archer tries to clinch but Tai Kung is having none of it.
Archer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tai Kung. #CL#
Archer moves into the clinch.
Tai Kung misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Tai Kung escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Archer tries to close the distance and clinch but Tai Kung swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Archer tries to clinch there but Tai Kung circles away.
Tai Kung cracks Archer with an open hand slap.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tai Kung motions for Archer to come forward. Tai Kung throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Archer's head backwards.
Tai Kung fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Archer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Archer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Archer takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Archer takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T4#
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick and Archer moves out of range easily.
Archer is looking to counter the offense by Tai Kung and move into the clinch.
Tai Kung throws a leg kick but Archer checks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tai Kung looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tai Kung keeps the fight on the outside.
Tai Kung throws the kick towards the body but Archer avoids it.
Archer throws a lazy uppercut
and Tai Kung counters with a nice kick to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tai Kung.#CL#
Archer has managed to clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Archer fails to land.
Tai Kung working hard to break the clinch.
Tai Kung tries to work over Archer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tai Kung blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tai Kung lands with a light punch inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Tai Kung. #BC2#
Tai Kung breaks the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Tai Kung punishes Archer's body with a nice straight punch.
Tai Kung connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tai Kung scores with a sloppy right hand. Archer should have avoided that one.
Archer misses the jab.
Archer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Archer staying out of range there.
Tai Kung swats away the attempt to clinch by Archer.
Archer tries to clinch up but Tai Kung circles away and keeps his distance.
Tai Kung throws a quick inside leg kick.
Archer takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a wild body kick that Archer sees coming a mile off.#T1#
Tai Kung looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tai Kung throws a push kick but Archer slaps the foot to one side.
Tai Kung throws a jab but it's blocked by Archer.
Tai Kung staying out of range there.
Tai Kung throws a solid leg kick but Archer takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Tai Kung.
Archer is looking to counter the offense by Tai Kung and move into the clinch.
Archer throws out a loose jab but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Archer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A telegraphed right hand from Tai Kung misses the target.
Archer tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Archer just misses with a punch to the body.
Archer takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Archer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tai Kung works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jonathan Archer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Archer looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Archer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tai Kung circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tai Kung uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Archer has time to react.
Tai Kung scoring well with a low kick there.
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!
Archer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tai Kung scores with a nice strike.
Tai Kung connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice uppercut there from Tai Kung.#ROC2#
Archer is rocked!
Archer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tai Kung. Tai Kung obviously looking to wear him down.
Tai Kung fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Oh Archer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Archer uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tai Kung blocks a jab.
Archer seems to have got his legs back now.
Donk. Tai Kung catches Archer right on the button with a cross.
Archer moves in looking to clinch but Tai Kung pushes him off.
Archer is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T3#
A shot to the liver by Tai Kung. Beautiful body shot.
Tai Kung fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Archer has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Archer avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tai Kung uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Archer.
Nice shot lands for Archer.
Archer doesn't manage to clinch there - Tai Kung circles away.
Archer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tai Kung moves away.
Archer is looking to clinch but Tai Kung is avoiding it.
Archer jabs at Tai Kung's body.#CL#
Archer has closed the distance and engaged Tai Kung in a clinch.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Tai Kung goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tai Kung swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Archer lands with a left to the head.
Archer working aggressively here. #T4#
Archer tries a body shot but Tai Kung blocks it.
Jonathan Archer has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Archer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Archer working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike.
Tai Kung lands a shot to the body.
Archer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
Tai Kung prevents a body shot from Archer.
Archer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tai Kung's elbow.
Archer makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Archer.
Archer misses with some punches.
Tai Kung wants to break the clinch but can't.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut.
Manolito Tai Kung is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tai Kung digs a right hand underneath Archer's ribcage. Archer let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Archer tries to work over Tai Kung's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Manolito Tai Kung comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tai Kung 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SMASH: Bogger vs Sully (NC)
Date: Dec 21, 2019

#R1#
Kray fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tai Kung fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kray.
Tai Kung misses with a low kick.
Kray closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kray tries to clinch up but Tai Kung circles away and keeps his distance.
Tai Kung throws a front kick aimed at Kray's knee but Kray avoids it well. #CL2#
Kray has Tai Kung up against the cage in a clinch.
Tai Kung misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kray pressing his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung avoids the elbow strike from Kray, against the cage.
Kray lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Tai Kung lands an uppercut.
Tai Kung lands on the inside with an uppercut.
I was talking to Tai Kung's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
Tai Kung blocks an elbow strike from Kray.
Tai Kung avoiding damage as Kray throws knees to the body.
Tai Kung presses Kray against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tai Kung misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kray.
Kray trying to land knees to the body.
Kray looking to throw knees to the head but Tai Kung is blocking nicely.
Kray wants to stall.
Tai Kung working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tai Kung pushes Kray back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kray prevents a body shot from Tai Kung.
A right hook to the body lands for Tai Kung.
Kray misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tai Kung.
Kray tries a knee to the head but Tai Kung blocks it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tai Kung creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC#
Kray is rocked!#BC#
Tai Kung escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
Tai Kung looks to score with a jab to the body but Kray is just out of range.
Kray tries to clinch up but Tai Kung circles away and keeps his distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kray looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Markus Kray seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kray throws an overhand right that lands on Tai Kung's shoulder, as Tai Kung tries to avoid the shot.
Tai Kung throws a nice outside leg 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!
Kray tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tai Kung swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kray lands with a nice body punch.
Tai Kung turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tai Kung.
Kray throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tai Kung throws a shot to the body.
Kray tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tai Kung swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tai Kung digs a good body shot into Kray's ribs.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tai Kung. That's going to slow Kray down.
Tai Kung staying out of range there.#T3#
A shot to the body from Kray misses
and Tai Kung counters with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kray takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Good leg kick by Tai Kung there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tai Kung scores with a jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a head kick but Kray moves out of range.
Tai Kung misses with a low kick.
Tai Kung avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
Kray is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tai Kung keeps the fight on the outside.
Tai Kung is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kray.
Tai Kung lands a jab.
Kray is still on wobbly legs! Can Tai Kung finish him?
Kray takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick and Kray moves out of range easily.
Kray tries to clinch up but Tai Kung circles away and keeps his distance.
Tai Kung cracks Kray with a hook to the temple - Kray is on wobbly legs here! Tai Kung swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Kray falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Tai Kung wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Manolito Tai Kung!
Our winner, Manolito Tai Kung, 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: SMASH: Tanner vs Tragedy
Date: Dec 14, 2019

#R1#
Bogger takes a swing at Tai Kung's ribcage but misses.
Tai Kung scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bogger misses with a kick to the body. #CL#
Tai Kung takes the fight into the clinch.
Bogger tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tai Kung just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tai Kung lands a right hand.
Tai Kung lands with a right to the head.
Tai Kung blocking some punches.
Tai Kung lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bogger backwards.
Tai Kung lands with a right to the head.
I was talking to Tai Kung's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A nice left hand lands by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands a left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tai Kung lands a hook that snaps the head of Bogger backwards.
Bogger is trying to pull guard but Tai Kung has him pressed against the cage.
Bogger throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tai Kungs head.
Bogger tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bogger jumps guard but Tai Kung turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Manolito Tai Kung has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Bogger.
Tai Kung lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bogger backwards.
Bogger fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tai Kung blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Tai Kung scores with a shot to the side of Bogger's head.
Tai Kung working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Tai Kung.
Bogger working hard to break the clinch.
Tai Kung throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Boggers head.
Still in the clinch, Tai Kung scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Tai Kung as the two fighters clinch.
Tai Kung lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bogger.
Tai Kung lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bogger backwards.
Bogger misses with the head strike.
Bogger tries to circle away but Tai Kung has him pinned against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tai Kung creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
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!
Tai Kung lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands a shot to the body.
Tai Kung lands an uppercut.
Tai Kung lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC#
Bogger is rocked!
Bogger throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
Bogger misses with some punches.
Tai Kung keeps control of Bogger as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bogger has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Tai Kung seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bogger can turn it around.
Bogger is trying to pull guard but Tai Kung has him pressed against the cage.
Tai Kung scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tai Kung blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tai Kung lands a nice uppercut.
Bogger can't break the clinch.
Bogger tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tai Kung just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tai Kung lands with a light punch inside.
Good body shot from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tai Kung lands a right hand.
Tai Kung lands a nice shot to the body.
Tai Kung makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bogger misses with the head strike.
Bogger throws a punch but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right hand to the body from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bogger tries to break the clinch but Tai Kung is controlling the position. #T3#
Tai Kung is working Bogger over against the cage.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung scores with a shoulder strike.
Bogger is still on wobbly legs! Can Tai Kung finish him?
Tai Kung lands a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung scores with a shot to the side of Bogger's head.
Tai Kung is leaning against Bogger and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bogger jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Tai Kung walks away with a smile on his face. Bogger gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Bogger seems to have recovered his senses.
Bogger misses with a straight left.
Tai Kung jabs Bogger right on the nose. Bogger blinks but takes it well.
Bogger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bogger takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Bogger waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tai Kung.
Tai Kung connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bogger throws a series of punches but Tai Kung avoids them all with ease.
Tai Kung seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tai Kung fakes the leg kick and cracks Bogger in the body.
Tai Kung connects with a jab.#T4#
Tai Kung explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Bogger looks winded!
Bogger throws out a loose jab but Tai Kung uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bogger throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL#
and Tai Kung counters by clinching up.
Tai Kung lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tai Kung working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tai Kung lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bogger tries to circle away but Tai Kung has him pinned against the cage.
Tai Kung lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bogger is trying to force a seperation but Tai Kung has the dominant position.
A shot in the inside from Tai Kung.
Bogger's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung has Bogger pressed against the cage, preventing Bogger from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tai Kung lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tai Kung scores with a nice hook to the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tai Kung presses Bogger against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bogger takes a shot to the head.
Tai Kung pushes Bogger back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bogger misses with some punches.
Bogger tries to pull guard but Tai Kung holds him up against the cage and eventually Bogger drops back down to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Bogger throws a leg kick #CL#
and Tai Kung counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bogger is trying to pull guard but Tai Kung turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Tai Kung is working Bogger over against the cage.
Bogger tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bogger throws a punch but it's blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tai Kung lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tai Kung scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tai Kung lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bogger misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bogger wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A body shot lands from Tai Kung.
Bogger fails to pull guard.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tai Kung.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A hook to the body from Tai Kung.
A short right from Tai Kung.
Bogger is breathing heavily.
A body shot lands from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bogger can't find room to land a body shot as Tai Kung controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Tai Kung. #T1#
Tai Kung lands with a light punch inside.
Tai Kung unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Bogger! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Tai Kung is unloading with more strikes now! Bogger drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!
Our winner, Manolito Tai Kung, 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: Striking Masters 4
Date: Nov 30, 2019

#R1#
Tai Kung pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Abner is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tai Kung with a body shot.
A jab from Tai Kung misses.
A little jabbing left from Abner on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Abner keeps the fight on the outside.
Abner is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tai Kung with a body shot.
Tai Kung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Abner.
Tai Kung thows a leg kick but Abner checks it
and Abner counters with a left to the body.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the head.
A clash of legs there as Abner blocks the low kick.
Abner is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tai Kung tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tai Kung scores with a decent looking hook.#T1#
Tai Kung slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Good shot there by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung misses with a left hand
and Abner counters with a stiff right hand.
Tai Kung connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Abner momentarily.
Tai Kung is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Abner.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses.
It seemed like Abner was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tai Kung lands with a hook. Abner tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Abner misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tai Kung cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tai Kung throws a lazy head kick
and Abner counters with a nice uppercut.
Tai Kung connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Abner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tai Kung misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Abner to counter with a crisp jab.
Tai Kung lands a high kick!
Tai Kung lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tai Kung scores with a spinning back kick!
It looks like Tai Kung has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Nice defenses there by Abner.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Abner! But no joy.
Tai Kung throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #CL2#
Abner closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Abner misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Abner moves out of range of the body kick from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung cracks the inside of Abner's front leg.
Tai Kung misses with a looping left.
Abner lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Abner throws a one two combo.
Tai Kung pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Abner swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Abner throws a body shot but no joy.
Tai Kung wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Abner circles away from the clinch attempt.
Abner swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Abner has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tai Kung connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tai Kung throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Tai Kung tries to land a body kick
and Abner counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tai Kung misses with an uppercut
enabling Abner to counter with a crisp jab.
Tai Kung connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tai Kung lands a jab.
Tai Kung lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Tai Kung lands a jab to the nose.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Abner misses the body punch
and Tai Kung counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
Tai Kung rushes Abner and presses him up against the ropes.#T2##BC2#
Abner escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tai Kung scoring well with a low kick there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tai Kung throws a head kick that Abner semi-blocks.
Abner avoids the head kick by Tai Kung.
Abner looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Abner let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tai Kung lands with a kick to the temple. Abner shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #ROC#
Abner is rocked!
Tai Kung misses with an attempted mid kick.
Abner throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Tai Kung holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Tai Kung misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Abner's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tai Kung throws a head kick but Abner moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung 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#
Tai Kung ducks under a wild hook from Abner.
Cayden Abner has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Abner takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tai Kung misses with a right hand
and Abner connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tai Kung tries to clinch
and Abner counters with a straight right hand.
Tai Kung throws a head kick but Abner moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Abner! But no joy.
Abner just misses with a punch to the body.
Tai Kung is looking to counter the offense by Abner and move into the clinch.
Abner walks into a straight right hand from Tai Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung scores with a leg kick.
Abner drops his hands momentarily and Tai Kung takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tai Kung tries to land a leg kick but Abner saw it coming and moves away. #T1#
Tai Kung lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tai Kung is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Abner can do to turn this around?
Abner keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tai Kung.
Abner throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tai Kung throws a poor cross that misses
and Abner makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A cross from Tai Kung lands.
Tai Kung tries a head kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from Abner on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tai Kung throws a sloppy head kick
and Abner counters with a straight right hand.
Manolito Tai Kung is winning the standup battle so far.
Abner lands with an overhand left.
Abner moves out of range as Tai Kung strikes.#T2#
Tai Kung connects with an inside leg kick.
Abner throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tai Kung scores with a nice strike.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tai Kung.
Abner closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Tai Kung swings for the body but Abner moves out of range.
Abner takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Manolito Tai Kung is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
Abner looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.

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 Manolito Tai Kung.
Well Tai Kung 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manolito Tai Kung!
A very excited looking Manolito Tai Kung made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Striking Masters 3
Date: Oct 26, 2019

#R1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Tai Kung.
Dunn throws a head kick that misses.
Tai Kung lands a slapping body shot.
Tai Kung dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dunn. That did some damage!
Tai Kung clobbers Dunn with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tai Kung is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tai Kung tries a head kick but it misses.
Dunn wants to counter the offense by Tai Kung and move into the clinch position.
Tai Kung digs a good body shot into Dunn's ribs.
Tai Kung scores with a nice head shot.
Tai Kung lands with a slapping head kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dunn gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Tai Kung counter with a right hand.
Dunn 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.
Tai Kung moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Manolito Tai Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tai Kung lands a lovely overhand right.
Tai Kung keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tai Kung scores with a punch to the head.#ROC#
Dunn is rocked!
Tai Kung fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dunn is still on wobbly legs! Can Tai Kung finish him?
It looks like Tai Kung has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Tai Kung bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Dunn seems to have recovered his senses.#T1#
Tai Kung cracks Dunn with an open hand slap.
Tai Kung connects with a looping right hand.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Tai Kung. Dunn shrugs it off though.
Dunn walks into a perfectly timed head kick by Tai Kung and drops face first to the floor! Dunn's eyes are wide open but he's not all there - he's just flopping around the mat like a drunk on rollerskates! The referee doesn't even start the count - he's called an end to the fight, with Dunn in no position to continue!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Manolito Tai Kung!
During a confident post fight interview, Manolito Tai Kung thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Striking Masters 2
Date: Sep 28, 2019

#R1#
Freeman misses with a hook to the body
and Tai Kung counters with a nice low kick that buckles Freeman's knee momentarily.
Tai Kung keeps the fight on the outside.
Freeman wants to clinch.
Freeman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tai Kung scores with a jab to the body.
Freeman swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Freeman wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Freeman's calf.
Freeman wants to clinch
and Tai Kung makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Freeman on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A lazy left from Tai Kung finds it's target.
A head kick misses from Tai Kung.
Tai Kung looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Freeman closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tai Kung counters with a leg kick.
Freeman doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Freeman is looking to clinch.
Tai Kung with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Freeman closes the distance but Tai Kung moves to the side
and Tai Kung makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Freeman tries to clinch up but Tai Kung circles away and keeps his distance.
Tai Kung circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tai Kung connects with the punch.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that Freeman semi-blocks. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Freeman moves into range and clinches up with Tai Kung.
Tai Kung on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tai Kung wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A shot in the inside from Tai Kung.
Freeman looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tai Kung blocks the elbow strike.
Tai Kung lands a right hand.
Tai Kung blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Freeman tries to land a knee to the head but Tai Kung blocks with his arms. #BC2#
Freeman breaks from the clinch.
Freeman tries to clinch but Tai Kung moves away
and Tai Kung counters with a nice leg kick.
Freeman moves to clinch but Tai Kung breaks away
and Tai Kung counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tai Kung is looking to slow Freeman down with leg kicks.
Tai Kung is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Freeman misses with the body kick
and Tai Kung counters with a low kick, right behind Freeman 's knee.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Manolito Tai Kung dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tai Kung cracks Freeman with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Freeman on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Some wild striking there from Freeman.
Tai Kung is looking to counter with head kicks.
Freeman takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Freeman takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Freeman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Tai Kung paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tai Kung jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Tai Kung lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Manolito Tai Kung is winning the standup battle so far.
Freeman wants to clinch but Tai Kung slips to the side#KD#
and Tai Kung counters quickly with a head kick that drops Freeman to the mat! The referee starts the count at 3 - will Freeman be able to get back to his feet in time? 4,5,6, he's up. He looks OK so we'll continue the action!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tai Kung smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Freeman closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tai Kung makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Freeman moves in looking to clinch but Tai Kung pushes him off.
Freeman throws a push kick but Tai Kung slaps the foot to one side.
Freeman takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
Tai Kung connects with a body shot.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that half lands. #ROC#
Freeman is rocked!
Freeman closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tai Kung counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Freeman thinking.
Tai Kung fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Freeman.#KD#
Tai Kung looks low and kicks high, catching Freeman right on the side of the head, sending him crashing to the canvas! Will he be able to beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's already back to his feet and ready to go! Let's see if he's still with it!
Freeman is still on wobbly legs! Can Tai Kung finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Freeman on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Freeman seems to have recovered his senses.
Freeman throws a right hand that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a low kick, right behind Freeman 's knee.
Freeman throws a poor cross that misses
and Tai Kung counters with an inside leg kick.
Freeman 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.
Tai Kung lands a head kick. Freeman smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
A lazy left from Tai Kung finds it's target.
Tai Kung catches Freeman napping and cracks him with a perfect head kick! Freeman goes down! He's bigtime hurt! He's not going to make it back to his feet - the referee has called it off! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Manolito Tai Kung!
Django Freeman spoke after the fight, saying 'Can't be a boss without a loss. I'll grind my way back to the top.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 01, 2019

#R1#
Tai Kung lands a front kick.
Tsu swings widly with a right hand
and Tai Kung counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tsu's knee momentarily.
Tai Kung thumps Tsu with a low kick.
Tsu takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tai Kung fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tsu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nice body kick there by Tai Kung.
Tai Kung throws a head kick that Tsu semi-blocks. #CUT#
It looks like Shin Tsu has been cut.
Tsu misses with a hook.
Tai Kung with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tsu throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Tai Kung connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tsu throws a lazy uppercut
and Tai Kung makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Tai Kung throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tai Kung seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Tai Kung with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tai Kung moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tai Kung scores with a spinning back kick!
Tsu looks winded!
Tai Kung moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1#
Tsu misses with a hook
and Tai Kung counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tsu's knee momentarily.
Tai Kung throws a quick inside leg kick. #KD#
Tai Kung lands a big head kick that sends Tsu tumbling to the mat! Tai Kung takes a step backwards and waves Tsu back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Tsu is rocked!
Tai Kung lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tsu's sensitive parts.
Tsu is still on wobbly legs! Can Tai Kung finish him?
Tai Kung lands a big head kick that sends Tsu to the canvas! Tai Kung follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Manolito Tai Kung!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 22, 2019

#R1#
And Win H throws a right and a left that both miss.
I Just Fight And Win H seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good leg kick by Tai Kung there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
And Win H misses with a series of wild punches.
Tai Kung delivers a nice body kick.
And Win H swinging wildly here.
Tai Kung only half commits to the counter leg kick.
And Win H throws a combination that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a head kick. That will keep And Win H thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
And Win H misses with a jab, cross combination.
No joy there for And Win H, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tai Kung scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
And Win H misses with a wild combination.
Tai Kung plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
And Win H misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tai Kung walks into a stiff left hand from And Win H.
And Win H throws a shot from downtown. Tai Kung moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Tai Kung lands a high kick!
And Win H chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Tai Kung can pounce on him.
Tai Kung showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from And Win H.
And Win H throws a right hand that misses
and Tai Kung counters with a good, hard body kick but And Win H shrugs it off.
Tai Kung scores with a head kick.
Tai Kung lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
And Win H misses with a double jab.
Tai Kung throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
And Win H is breathing heavily.
Crunch! Tai Kung slams his shin into And Win H's torso.
Tai Kung throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A solid leg kick lands there for Tai Kung.
And Win H 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.
And Win H steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tai Kung. That one must have hurt.
Tai Kung feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to And Win H's calf.
Tai Kung throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Tai Kung scores with a spinning back kick!
Tai Kung throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #T2#
Tai Kung lands a brutal head kick. And Win H looks out on his feet and Tai Kung throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Manolito Tai Kung!

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