Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Checkmate Championship 1
Date: Jun 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Karlson is looking to clinch.
Gentry attempts a counter takedown but Karlson avoids it well and moves away.
Gentry jabs at Karlson's body.
Karlson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gentry tries to avoid it but Karlson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gentry to the ground. Gentry escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Gentry circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD#
Gentry dives in and scores a takedown into Karlson's guard.
Karlson wants to sweep here but Gentry controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Karlson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gentry defends it easily.#SU#
Gentry decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Karlson, up you get!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gentry loads up on a big right hand but Karlson slips the punch.
Karlson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Karlson there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD#
Gentry throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Karlson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Gentry is in Karlson's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gentry not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1##SU#
Gentry gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD#
Gentry looking to score a takedown here. Karlson is defending well but Gentry drives through and ends up in Karlson's guard.
Gentry sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gentry preventing the sweep.
Gentry content to stall in guard here. #T2#
Karlson will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Gentry slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gentry has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SU#
Gentry decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Karlson blocks a head kick by Gentry. #TD#
Gentry looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Karlson!
Karlson being controlled for a moment. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Karlson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gentry is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Karlson will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Karlson gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Gentry controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Gentry avoids the attempt from Karlson to control.
Gentry looking to finish Karlson with some ground and pound. This is bad for Karlson!
Gentry content just to control the position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jeshwua Gentry dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Gentry looks to land a left hand but Karlson moved out of range nicely.
A big left from Gentry misses.
Jab from Gentry.#CUT#It looks like Magnus Iii Karlson has been cut.
Karlson throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CUT2#It looks like Jeshwua Gentry has been cut.#CL2#
Karlson clinches up against the cage.
Karlson trying to stall but Gentry improves his position. #TD#
Gentry gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Gentry looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Gentry is thwarting Karlson's attempts to control the position.
Gentry slows the pace down in half guard. #T1#
Karlson is looking for a sweep. Gentry is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SU#
Gentry stands up and beckons Karlson to join him on the feet.
Gentry is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Karlson can do to turn this around?
Gentry throws a series of punches but Karlson moves out of range.
Gentry throws a sloppy head kick and Karlson moves out of range easily.
Karlson walks into a left hand.
Karlson wants to clinch.
Karlson throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Karlson has closed the distance and engaged Gentry in a clinch. #T2##BC2#
Karlson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gentry tries to clinch but Karlson is having none of it.
Karlson fails with the takedown.
Gentry tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Karlson manages to circle out of the way.#CL2#
Gentry gets tackled into the cage by Karlson. Karlson maintains the clinch.
Karlson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Gentry is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Karlson effectively controlling the action here.#TD#
Gentry manages to pull guard.
Gentry trying to control the position here.
Karlson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Gentry keeping moving, preventing Karlson from controlling successfully.
Karlson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Karlson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gentry swivels though and keeps the full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gentry holds on and takes a little breather.
Karlson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Karlson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magnus Iii Karlson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gentry bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Gentry keeps the fight on the outside.
Karlson moves out of range as Gentry throws a body kick.
Gentry throws out a powerful jab.
Gentry throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Karlson on the side of the head.
It looks like Gentry has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Gentry connects with a body shot that sends Karlson's belly button to the back.
Karlson fails with a takedown attempt.
Jeshwua Gentry has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magnus Iii Karlson.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Karlson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gentry throws out the jab.
Gentry lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Karlson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jeshwua Gentry dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Gentry is looking to score with low kicks.
Horrible takedown attempt by Karlson or perhaps it was just good defense by Gentry, which made it look bad.
Karlson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #TD#
Gentry throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Karlson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Gentry is in Karlson's guard.
Gentry pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Karlson is keeping the position for now.
Karlson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gentry slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gentry is taking a breather. Karlson says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Jeshwua Gentry overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Gentry seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Karlson for as long as he can get away with.
Gentry looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SU#
Gentry decides to return to a standing position.
Karlson moves away from the strike by Gentry.
Gentry misses with a takedown attempt - Karlson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Gentry fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Karlson checks it well.
Gentry tries a head kick but it misses.
Gentry slaps away a takedown attempt from Karlson, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
Gentry misses with a hook. Karlson ducked under it nicely.
Karlson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jeshwua Gentry has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magnus Iii Karlson.
Gentry showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Karlson.
Gentry is looking to counter the offense by Karlson and move into the clinch.
Karlson is looking to clinch but Gentry is avoiding it.
Gentry stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gentry wants it to stay on the feet.
Karlson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Gentry manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Karlson on his heels. He'll look to pass Karlson's guard now, I'm sure.
Gentry 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.
Karlson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Gentry passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Gentry happy to just control the position for now.
Karlson tries to bench press Gentry off him but Gentry keeps the position.
Karlson is being controlled here.
Gentry has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Gentry controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Jeshwua Gentry is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Karlson is trying to escape the mount.
A nice elbow there by Gentry.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gentry is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Gentry controlling his opponent.
Magnus Iii Karlson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This is a sustained period of stalling by Gentry.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jeshwua Gentry showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Gentry, 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Checkmate The Crowning Finale
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Hitter misses with a double jab
and Karlson counters with a nice low kick that buckles Hitter's knee momentarily.
Hitter misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Karlson lands with a kick to the temple. Hitter shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#
It looks like Hollywood Hitter has been cut.
Karlson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hitter tries to avoid it but Karlson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hitter to the ground. Hitter escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hitter misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Karlson rushes Hitter and presses him up against the cage.
Karlson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hitter after a bit of a struggle.
Hitter wants a takedown but no success here. #TD2#
Karlson pulls guard successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karlson 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.
Hitter trying to control the position from guard on top but Karlson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Karlson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hitter defends well.#T1#
Karlson keeping moving, preventing Hitter from controlling successfully.
Hitter postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Karlson looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hitter passes into half guard. #SUB#
Hitter is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Hitter lands a nice short elbow.
Hitter 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.#T2#
Hitter is just content to waste time from the top position. Karlson takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Karlson wants to sweep here but Hitter controlling him for the moment.
Karlson throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Hitter being controlled here momentarily. #ES2#
Karlson manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Hitter goes for a takedown in the clinch but Karlson prevents it.
Karlson jumps guard but Hitter stands there with Karlson around his waist. Karlson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Hollywood Hitter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magnus Iii Karlson.#T3#
Karlson tries to land a knee to the head but Hitter blocks with his arms.
Karlson landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Karlson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Karlson fails to pull guard.
Karlson tries to work over Hitter's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Karlson.#TD2#
Karlson pulls Hitter into guard.
Karlson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Karlson keeping moving, preventing Hitter from controlling successfully.
Karlson wants to get back to his feet but Hitter is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Karlson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Karlson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hitter wants to control from the top but Karlson keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Iii Karlson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hollywood Hitter's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Karlson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Karlson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hitter.
Hitter fails in his attempt to clinch.
Karlson scores with a jab to the head.
Karlson stuffs the takedown.
Hitter misses with a few strikes there.
Karlson is looking for the big counter here.
Hitter fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Hitter shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Karlson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Karlson is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Karlson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Karlson is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Karlson gets back to half guard.
Hitter lands strikes from half guard.
Ground and pound from Hitter.
Karlson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hitter working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Karlson has control of Hitter's left arm, preventing Hitter from doing any damage.
Hitter trying to control the position from guard on top but Karlson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hitter tries to free his leg and advance position but Karlson is retaining full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Karlson has an active guard here but Hitter has managed to pass into half guard.
Karlson looks like he's trying to stand up.
Hitter wants to control but Karlson is keeping him busy.
Karlson misses with some strikes from the bottom. #SUB#
Hitter is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Hitter is working for a submission of some sort. #T3##SUB#
Hitter looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Hitter wants to work for an arm triangle but Karlson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Karlson wants to get back to his feet.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Hitter is working for a kimura but Karlson is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are battling for position here. Karlson manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #ES2#
Karlson has his feet on Hitter's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Hitter fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hollywood Hitter. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Karlson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC2#
Karlson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
Hitter scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES2#
Karlson sneaks out the side door and pushes Hitter away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Magnus Iii Karlson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Hollywood Hitter's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Karlson misses with a takedown attempt - Hitter sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Karlson has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Hitter is landing a low percentage of strikes.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hitter.
Karlson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hitter.
Karlson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Karlson on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CUT#
It looks like Magnus Iii Karlson has been cut.
Hitter misses with a right hand
letting Karlson counter with a right hand.
Hollywood Hitter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A combination from Hitter does no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karlson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Karlson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Karlson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hitter fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Hitter displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Karlson.
Magnus Iii Karlson seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Karlson drives through and clinches with Hitter against the cage.
Hitter takes an elbow to the temple.
Hitter being controlled against the cage.#BC2#
Karlson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Hitter gets tackled into the cage by Karlson. Karlson maintains the clinch. #T2##TD2#
Karlson jumps guard.
Karlson keeping moving, preventing Hitter from controlling successfully.
Hitter landing with the ground and pound.
Karlson has his hands on Hitter's head, controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hitter advances position into side control!
Hitter lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Karlson pushes Hitter away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Hitter gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T3#
Karlson sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SU#
Hitter decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Hitter tries to close the distance and clinch up but Karlson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Karlson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Karlson goes for a double leg but Hitter avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hitter continues to drive forward.
Hollywood Hitter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magnus Iii Karlson.
Karlson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hitter shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Karlson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hitter swinging wildly here.
Karlson tries to counter by closing the distance.
Hitter throws a one two combo.
Karlson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
Karlson moves into range and clinches up with Hitter.
Hollywood Hitter has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Karlson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hitter pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Karlson is pressed up against the cage. Hitter has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Karlson down to the mat. Karlson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hitter swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Karlson shoots for a double leg takedown but Hitter sprawls well. He's pushed Karlson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Karlson moves into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hitter prevents the takedown attempt. #BC2#
Karlson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Karlson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hitter.
Hitter throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Karlson counters with a one-two to the body.
Hitter misses with a double jab.
Karlson tries to counter by closing the distance.
Magnus Iii Karlson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A punch combination from Hitter misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Magnus Iii Karlson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Karlson 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:30

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

Event: Checkmate The Crowning : RD#1
Date: Apr 04, 2020

#R1#
Schumacher tries to clinch up but Karlson circles away and keeps his distance.
Karlson feints the counter takedown.
Schumacher throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick misses from Schumacher.
Schumacher slips a jab and a cross from Karlson.
Karlson shoots for a double leg takedown but Schumacher sprawls well. He's pushed Karlson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Schumacher wants to clinch up but Karlson keeps it at a distance.
Schumacher lands with an overhand left.#CUT#
It looks like Magnus Iii Karlson has been cut.
Schumacher tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Karlson is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Schumacher keeps the fight on the outside.
Both fighters circling a little - Karlson finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Karlson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Schumacher sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Karlson somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left lands for Schumacher.
Karlson misses with the combination. #T1##CL2#
Karlson closes the distance and pushes Schumacher back into the cage.#BC2#
Karlson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Schumacher lands an overhand right.
Schumacher shoots for a takedown but Karlson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A punch combination from Karlson misses.
Schumacher goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Karlson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL2#
Karlson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Karlson goes for a takedown attempt but Schumacher pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Peter Schumacher has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magnus Iii Karlson.
Schumacher tries to close the distance and clinch up but Karlson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Karlson.
Nice takedown defense from Schumacher. No joy for Karlson on that attempt. #T2#
Donk. Schumacher catches Karlson right on the button with a cross.
Schumacher lands with a good body shot.
Schumacher punishes Karlson's body with a nice straight punch.
Karlson looks winded!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schumacher punishes Karlson's body with a nice straight punch.
Schumacher throws a sloppy head kick and Karlson moves out of range easily.
Karlson dives in and grabs Schumacher's left leg, looking for a takedown. Schumacher pushes down on Karlson's head and hops out.#TD#
Schumacher fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Karlson sprawls well initially but Schumacher persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Schumacher working Karlson over with strikes.
Still in half guard, Schumacher seems content to control.#SUB#
Schumacher wants to work for an arm triangle but Karlson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Karlson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Schumacher pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Schumacher working Karlson over with strikes.
Schumacher looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Schumacher stalling away here and it's allowed Karlson to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Schumacher postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Schumacher is in close to Karlson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Schumacher looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Schumacher landing with the ground and pound.
Schumacher is looking to work some ground and pound but Karlson has wrist control.#T4#
Schumacher preventing the sweep.
Karlson is pulling down on Schumacher's head to control his posture.
Schumacher postures up.
Schumacher knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Karlson on the ground.#SUB2#
Schumacher avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Karlson tries to strike from the bottom.
Schumacher won't allow Karlson to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Schumacher throws a sloppy body shot
and Schumacher takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Schumacher looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Schumacher dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Magnus Iii Karlson's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Karlson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Schumacher was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Karlson.
Schumacher shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Karlson as he jumps to the side.
Karlson throws a head kick but Schumacher moves out of range.
Karlson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Karlson tries to close the distance and clinch but Schumacher swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magnus Iii Karlson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Karlson tries to clinch but Schumacher is having none of it.
Schumacher pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Karlson shoots in for a takedown but Schumacher shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karlson walks into a straight right hand from Schumacher.#CL#
Schumacher moves into the clinch.
Karlson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Peter Schumacher has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magnus Iii Karlson.#BC2#
Karlson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Karlson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Schumacher, pushing him back against the cage.#T1#
Schumacher is pressed up against the cage. Karlson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Schumacher down to the mat. Schumacher avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Karlson is breathing heavily.
Karlson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Schumacher seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Schumacher tries to clinch up but Karlson circles away and keeps his distance.
Schumacher displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Karlson.
Schumacher fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL#
Schumacher closes the distance and pushes Karlson back into the cage.#BC2#
Karlson breaks the clinch.
Schumacher throws a series of strikes that have Karlson backpedaling.
Schumacher tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
Schumacher shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Karlson is trying to defend but Schumacher finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Karlson is defending against the submission attempts here by Schumacher. #T2#
Schumacher working over Karlson with some ground and pound. Karlson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Karlson is trying is best to control the position here.
Schumacher is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Karlson wants to improve his position but Schumacher is controlling well. #T3#
Karlson is looking to control Schumacher's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Karlson avoid being mounted?
Karlson wants to stand back up but Schumacher manages to pass into side control.
Schumacher working the ground and pound.
Schumacher lands a decent elbow from side control.
Schumacher scoring with punches and elbows. #CUT#
That has opened up Magnus Iii Karlson's cut even more.
Karlson wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Karlson is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Schumacher creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#CUT#
The cut above Magnus Iii Karlson's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#SU#
Schumacher has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Karlson avoids the head kick by Schumacher. #CL#
Schumacher clinches with his opponent.
A shot in the inside from Schumacher. #BC2#
Karlson manages to break the clinch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Karlson or perhaps it was just good defense by Schumacher, which made it look bad.
Schumacher throws a big counter combination but Karlson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Some wild striking there from Schumacher.
Karlson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL#
Schumacher forces Karlson back against the cage and clinches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Schumacher dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Magnus Iii Karlson's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Karlson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Schumacher as he jumps to the side.
Schumacher swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Schumacher fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A right-left combo lands from Schumacher. #CL2#
Karlson darts in and clinches Schumacher up against the cage.
Schumacher throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Karlson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Schumacher is trying to break the clinch but Karlson is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karlson displaying some good clinch control by pressing Schumacher up against the cage.
Karlson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Karlson taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #T1#
Schumacher jumps guard but Karlson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Schumacher throws an elbow but it misses.
Schumacher tries a knee to the head but Karlson blocks it.
Karlson lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Karlson manages to pull guard. #SUB2#
Karlson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Schumacher wants to pass the guard but Karlson is keeping the position.#SU#
Schumacher stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Peter Schumacher is winning the standup battle so far.
Schumacher misses with a double jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Karlson! But no joy.
Karlson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Schumacher connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Karlson scrambles back to his feet.#T2#
Karlson throws a head kick but Schumacher moves out of range.
Karlson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Schumacher digs a good hook to Karlson's body.
Karlson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Schumacher sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Schumacher lands a lovely overhand right.
Schumacher swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Peter Schumacher seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schumacher slaps away a takedown attempt from Karlson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Peter Schumacher has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magnus Iii Karlson.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Schumacher gets a takedown into half guard.
Schumacher takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T3#
Karlson has hold of Schumacher's hands but Schumacher slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Schumacher frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Karlson wants to hold on but Schumacher pushes him away.
Karlson is trying to escape the mount.
Schumacher lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Schumacher raining down shots from the mount!#CUT#
Magnus Iii Karlson'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 Magnus Iii Karlson's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Peter Schumacher!
Our winner, Peter Schumacher, 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: Checkmate Fight Night 5
Date: Mar 21, 2020

#R1#
Karlson has his takedown stuffed#KD#
and Nolan counters with a nice right hand that sends Karlson toppling to the canvas! Karlson scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Nolan finish him?!#CUT#
It looks like Magnus Iii Karlson has been cut.
Nolan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nolan throws a series of punches but Karlson avoids them all with ease.
Karlson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nolan throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Karlson looks winded!
Nolan measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Karlson! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Jon Nolan!
During a confident post fight interview, Jon Nolan thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: PL MMA 17 Arjuna vs McDonald
Date: Feb 29, 2020

#R1##CL2#
Kristof clinches.
Karlson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kristof has him pressed against the cage.
Kristof blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Karlson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kristof's efforts to push away.
Kristof letting Karlson take a breather here.#BC2#
Kristof breaks the clinch.
Kristof misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kristof misses with a takedown
and Karlson counters with a flying knee. Nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kristof swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kristof throws a shot from downtown. Karlson moves away and avoids it.
Kristof with a lazy takedown attempt
and Karlson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Magnus Iii Karlson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kris Kristof.
Karlson wants to clinch.
Kristof feints the counter takedown.#T1#
A lazy body kick from Karlson
and Kristof counters with a straight right hand.
No luck for Karlson with that takedown attempt.
Kristof lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kristof closes the distance and clinches up with Karlson, looking for a takedown. Kristof pushes Karlson against the cage but Karlson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
Kristof gets tackled into the cage by Karlson. Karlson maintains the clinch.
Kristof lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kristof tries for a takedown but Karlson manages to get underhooks. #TD#
Karlson jumps into guard, dragging Kristof to the mat.
Kristof must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kristof postures up in Karlson's guard and throws a big left but Karlson blocks it.
Kristof would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Karlson pulls Kristof in close to his closed guard and prevents Kristof from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
Karlson is trying to keep Kristof in close. #SUB#
Karlson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kristof with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kristof trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Kristof throws an elbow that misses. Karlson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kristof's guard. Nice move by Karlson!#REVR#
Karlson postures up.
Karlson throws an elbow that misses. Kristof uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Karlson's guard. Nice move by Kristof!#REVB#
Kristof looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Karlson is looking for a triangle but Kristof pushes his legs off easily.
Kristof trying to stand up but can't free himself from Karlson's guard.#T4#
Kristof throws a big right hand that misses.
Karlson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kristof trying to control but Karlson is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Karlson holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kristof moves in looking to clinch but Karlson pushes him off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Magnus Iii Karlson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kristof connects with a jab.
Kristof shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Karlson as he avoids it easily.
Karlson looks for a takedown but Kristof sprawls well.
Karlson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kristof. #CL2#
Kristof rushes Karlson and presses him up against the cage.
Kristof wants to break the clinch but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Karlson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kristof keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Karlson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kristof defends well and Karlson ends up having to push Kristof into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magnus Iii Karlson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Kristof misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Karlson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kristof tries to clinch there but Karlson circles away.
Kristof shoots in for a double leg but Karlson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Karlson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kristof's waist but Kristof gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Karlson off to one side.
Karlson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kristof but Kristof pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kristof fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kristof tries to clinch but Karlson moves away
and Karlson counters with a body kick that stops Kristof in his tracks momentarily.
Karlson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kristof moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Kristof gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kristof is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Karlson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kristof trying to land knees to the body.
Karlson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kristof avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T2#
Kristof jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Karlson walks away with a smile on his face. Kristof gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Karlson misses with a head kick.
Nice takedown defense from Karlson. No joy for Kristof on that attempt.
Karlson wants to clinch.
Kristof misses with a takedown attempt - Karlson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Karlson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kristof defends well and Karlson ends up having to push Kristof into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kristof tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
Karlson gets a clinch. #T3##BC#
Karlson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kristof stuffs the takedown attempt from Karlson. Karlson gets slowly back to his feet.
Kristof is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Karlson leaves Kristof with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Karlson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kristof's waist but Kristof gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Karlson off to one side.
Kristof changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kristof shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Karlson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kristof is breathing heavily.
Karlson tries for a takedown but Kristof sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
No joy there for Kristof, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL2#
Kristof rushes Karlson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kristof tries to score a body lock takedown but Karlson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T4#
Karlson gets underhooks to prevent Kristof's takedown attempt. #BC#
Karlson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kristof shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Karlson as he jumps to the side.
Karlson scores with a head kick. Kristof tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Karlson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kristof is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kristof circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kristof wants to counter with a clinch but Karlson pushes him away.
Kristof fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Karlson avoids it really well and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Magnus Iii Karlson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Karlson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Karlson shoots in for a takedown but Kristof shows good takedown defense.
Kristof throws a head kick that misses.
Kristof shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Karlson pinned against the cage. Karlson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Karlson scores with a kick to the midsection.
Karlson lands with a nice combination. Kristof backs away looking to recover.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karlson goes for a double leg but Kristof avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kristof continues to drive forward.
Kristof takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Karlson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kristof tries to avoid it but Karlson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kristof to the ground. Kristof escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magnus Iii Karlson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Karlson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kristof circles away quickly and effectively.
Karlson has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Kristof shoots for a double leg takedown but Karlson sprawls well. He's pushed Kristof's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Karlson fails with a takedown attempt.
Kristof shoots in but no luck this time.
Karlson scoring well with a low kick there.
Karlson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kristof circles away.
A head kick misses from Karlson. #TD2#
Kristof closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Karlson to the mat! Karlson manages to get full guard. #ES#
Karlson pushes Kristof off and scrambles back to his feet.
Kristof fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Karlson shoots in for a double leg but Kristof sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Kristof gets a clinch. #BC#
Karlson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magnus Iii Karlson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice takedown defense from Karlson. No joy for Kristof on that attempt.
Karlson dives in for a single leg takedown but Kristof sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Kristof gets a clinch.
Karlson is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Karlson breaks from the clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kristof is defended easily by Karlson.#T3#
Karlson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kristof is fending him off so far but Karlson persists. Nope, Kristof circles away and we're back to standing.
As Karlson backs off Kristof throws a huge counter combo but Karlson manages to avoid it all.
Kristof tries to clinch up.
Karlson closes the distance and clinches up with Kristof, looking for a takedown. Karlson pushes Kristof against the cage but Kristof circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kristof shoots in but Karlson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kristof tries to score a power double leg takedown but Karlson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kristof somewhat.
Karlson seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Karlson thuds a left hand into Kristof's body.#T4#
Kristof keeps the fight on the outside.
Karlson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kristof.
Karlson fails with the takedown.
Magnus Iii Karlson is winning the standup battle so far.
Karlson misses with a double jab.
And Kristof responds with a good body kick, but Karlson manages to step out the way in time.
Karlson throws a head kick that half lands. #CL2#
Kristof darts in and clinches Karlson up against the cage.
Kris Kristof has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magnus Iii Karlson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#TD#
Karlson successfully pulls guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Magnus Iii Karlson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Karlson, 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: PL MMA 12 Nova vs Horn
Date: Feb 12, 2020

#R1#
Karlson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Box circles away quickly and effectively.
Karlson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Box connects with a looping right hand.
Karlson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Karlson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Box has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Karlson counters by clinching up.
Karlson goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Karlson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Box doesn't manage to clinch there - Karlson circles away.
Karlson blocks a head kick by Box.
Karlson tries to counter by clinching up but Box breaks away and moves out of range.
Karlson tries for a takedown but Box sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magnus Iii Karlson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Box looks for a takedown but Karlson sprawls well.#T1#
Karlson is looking to slow Box down with leg kicks.
Karlson shoots in but Box avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Karlson keeps the fight on the outside.
Box is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Karlson throws a right and a left that Box avoids nicely.
Karlson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Box defends it nicely.
A punch combination from Karlson misses.
Karlson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Box.#T2#
Box closes this distance looking for a takedown but Karlson circles away.
Karlson tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Box manages to circle out of the way.
Karlson misses with a wild combination.
No luck for Karlson with that takedown attempt.
Box showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Karlson.
Karlson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Box sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Karlson somewhat.
Box throws a head kick that half lands. #CUT2#
It looks like Magnus Iii Karlson has been cut.#T3#
Box throws a head kick that misses
and Karlson counters with a nice body kick.
Box fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Karlson rushes Box and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Karlson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Box shoots in and drives through. Karlson sprawls well.
Box tries to close the distance and clinch up but Karlson swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Karlson gets a clinch. #TD#
Karlson pulls Box into guard. #SUB2#
Box drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Karlson dives on top into guard.#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Karlson postures up in Box's guard and throws a big left but Box blocks it.
Karlson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Karlson is pushing down on Box's leg trying to pass to half guard. Box is fighting to maintain full guard but Karlson has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Karlson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Karlson seems to be looking for submissions.
Karlson frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Karlson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Box's face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Iii Karlson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Magnus Iii Karlson's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Karlson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Magnus Iii Karlson is winning the standup battle so far.#TD#
Karlson feints and as Box raises his hands in defense, Karlson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Box wants to control the position but Karlson says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Karlson 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.
Karlson controlling the action here.#SUB#
Karlson is trying to work for a kimura but Box is defending well.
Karlson trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SU#
Karlson postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Box to stand up.
Karlson throws a head kick that Box semi-blocks. #CUT#
It looks like Johny Box has been cut.
Box is looking to clinch but Karlson is avoiding it.
Karlson tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Box manages to circle out of the way.
Box blocks the body kick.
Box wants to clinch.
Box fails with the takedown#CL#
and Karlson counters by moving into the clinch. #T2##BC#
Karlson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Box will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Karlson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Box goes for a double leg but Karlson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Karlson continues to drive forward.
Karlson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Box tries to clinch but Karlson moves out of range.
Karlson attempts a counter takedown but Box avoids it well and moves away.
Karlson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Box! But no joy.
Karlson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Box can do to turn this around?
Left hook, right uppercut from Karlson.
Box darts in looking for a takedown but Karlson gets double underhooks and turns Box into the cage.
Magnus Iii Karlson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Johny Box.#CL#
Box gets tackled into the cage by Karlson. Karlson maintains the clinch. #T3#
Box prevents a takedown attempt there.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC#
Karlson manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Karlson gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Karlson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Karlson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Box manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Karlson controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
Karlson is working Box over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Box looking for a sweep. Not yet Box, not yet.
Magnus Iii Karlson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Karlson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Iii Karlson dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Karlson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Box defends it nicely.
Despite the aggression on Box's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Box tries to close the distance and clinch up but Karlson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Karlson lands with a slapping head kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Box looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Karlson clinches up with Box and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Karlson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Karlson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Box is looking to clinch but Karlson is avoiding it.
Karlson throws out a leg kick but Box moves out of range and Karlson only half commits. #T1#
Box fails with an attempt to clinch.
Karlson keeps the fight on the outside.
Box shoots in looking for a takedown. Karlson tries to sprawl out of it but Box keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Karlson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Box throws a sloppy head kick and Karlson moves out of range easily.
Box looks for a takedown but Karlson sprawls well.
Karlson scores with a body shot.
Karlson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Box misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Karlson counters by clinching up.
Magnus Iii Karlson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Johny Box.
Box takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#BC#
Karlson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Karlson tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Box is able to avoid easily.
Box shapes to counter with a head kick.
Karlson checks a low kick from Box.
Box fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Magnus Iii Karlson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Box scores with a head kick. Karlson tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Box displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Karlson.
Karlson looks for a takedown but Box sprawls well.
Box misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Karlson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Box misses with a takedown #CL#
and Karlson counters by clinching up.
Box is pressed up against the cage. Karlson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Box down to the mat. Box avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T3#
Karlson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Box avoids it really well and circles away.
Box tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Karlson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CUT#
That has opened up Johny Box's cut even more.
Karlson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Karlson instigates a clinch. #TD#
Karlson has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Box uses from the top position. #SUB#
Karlson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Box defends well.
Box is fighting to break Karlson's control of his arms but Karlson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4##SUB#
Karlson is looking for a triangle but Box pushes his legs off easily.
Karlson has control of Box's left arm, preventing Box from doing any damage. #ES#
Karlson kicks Box off and gets to his feet.
Johny Box has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magnus Iii Karlson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Karlson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Box circles away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Magnus Iii Karlson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Karlson 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: PL MMA 7 Nickal vs Mathews
Date: Jan 25, 2020

#R1#
Karlson misses with a takedown attempt - Boss sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Boss displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Karlson. #TD2#
Boss closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Karlson did well to prevent Boss getting side control.
Boss slows the pace down in half guard.
Boss lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boss lands with a punch from half guard. #T1#
Boss slows the pace down in half guard.
Boss wants to stand but Karlson has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Karlson missing with punches from the bottom.
Boss tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Karlson.
Karlson wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Karlson is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boss landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Boss takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Karlson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Karlson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Karlson has hold of Boss's hands but Boss slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
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. Boss connects with a nice short shot to Karlson's temple.
Boss wants to stand up but Karlson has a hold of him and won't allow it. #T3#
Boss trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Karlson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Boss is fending him off so far but Karlson persists. Nope, Boss circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magnus Iii Karlson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Karlson wants to clinch up but Boss keeps it at a distance.
Karlson throws a head kick that misses. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#CL2#
Boss instigates a clinch.
Boss misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Karlson.
Boss has had enough of the clinch but Karlson keeps him there for the moment.
Karlson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Karlson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Boss avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Boss is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Boss has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Karlson regains guard immediately. #ES#
Karlson wriggles free and stands up.
Karlson is breathing heavily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL2#
Boss moves into range and clinches up with Karlson.#TD2#
Karlson is fighting off a takedown attempt but Boss is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Karlson to the mat. Karlson regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Boss is stalling in the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Boss dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Boss throws a head kick that misses.
Boss shoots in for a double leg but Karlson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD2#
Boss looking to score a takedown here. Karlson is defending well but Boss drives through and ends up in Karlson's guard.
Boss working some strikes from top position.
Karlson looking to control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Boss accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Boss has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Karlson is proving hard to escape from.
Karlson working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boss engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T1#
Karlson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boss is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boss circles away from the clinch attempt.
Boss unleashes a big counter combination but Karlson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Karlson shoots in looking for a takedown. Boss tries to sprawl out of it but Karlson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Boss manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Karlson shoots for a double leg takedown but Boss sprawls well. He's pushed Karlson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Karlson sets himself, and Boss steps forward looking for the clinch! Karlson avoids it this time.
Karlson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magnus Iii Karlson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL#
Karlson has closed the distance and engaged Boss in a clinch. #T2##TD2#
Boss has Karlson pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Boss pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Karlson tumbling to the mat - Boss dives into Karlson's guard.#SUB2#
Boss postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Karlson is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Boss, into his guard. #REVR#
Karlson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tom Boss has got the better of the ground game so far.
Boss manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Karlson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T3#
Boss engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Karlson is trying to control the position but Boss postures up.
Karlson wants to stand up but Boss is controlling him.
Karlson being controlled here, momentarily.
Karlson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Karlson trying to control but Boss is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Karlson drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Boss dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Karlson wants to stand and escape but Boss is having none of it.
Boss is looking to pass into half guard but Karlson pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Karlson is in guard.#REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Boss escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Karlson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Karlson is fighting to break Boss's control of his arms but Boss is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Boss 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. 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#
Boss misses with a takedown attempt - Karlson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Boss throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Karlson was covering up waiting for the punch and Boss finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Karlson wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Boss manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
Boss lands with a punch from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boss sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Boss passes into side control, despite Karlson's attempt to control the position.
Boss just content to control the position.
You can see the frustration on Karlson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Boss is trying to get an arm triangle but Karlson is defending well. #SU2#
Boss stands up. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Boss looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Boss closes the distance and pushes Karlson back into the cage.
Boss stops a takedown attempt from Karlson.
Karlson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Boss smiles and moves away.
Karlson tries for a takedown but Boss sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magnus Iii Karlson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Boss shoots in looking for a takedown but Karlson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Boss's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Karlson tries to clinch up but Boss circles away and keeps his distance.
Boss will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3##TD2#
Boss closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Karlson to the mat! Karlson manages to get full guard.
Boss postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Boss is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boss working some strikes from top position.
Boss sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Karlson wants to sweep here but Boss controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Boss looking to pass the guard.
Boss works over Karlson with some ground and pound from guard.
Karlson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boss wanted to stand there but Karlson had control of the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Boss showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magnus Iii Karlson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tom Boss is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boss tries to move into range but Karlson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Boss comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Boss 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Boss!

Event: PL MMA 4 Huchakov vs Beltran
Date: Jan 15, 2020

#R1#
Dog tries to land a leg kick but Karlson saw it coming and moves away.
Karlson stuffs the takedown.
Dog is trying hard to land a takedown here. Karlson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Dog fails with a takedown attempt.
Magnus Iii Karlson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tek Dog.
Karlson pushes Dog away with a front kick.
Dog stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Dog wants it to stay on the feet.
Karlson has his takedown stuffed
and Dog counters with a three punch combo that has Karlson backing up. Karlson nods at Dog to acknowledge the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dog looks to score with a jab to the body but Karlson is just out of range.
Karlson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dog's waist but Dog gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Karlson off to one side.
Karlson shoots in but Dog avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Karlson shoots in for a takedown but Dog shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Dog tries for a takedown but Karlson circles away easily#CL#
and Karlson holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Dog misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dog is trying to pull guard but Karlson has him pressed against the cage.
Karlson pressing his opponent against the cage. #BC#
Karlson breaks from the clinch.
Dog shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Karlson sprawls well. Karlson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dog gets slowly back to his feet.#CL#
Dog tries to keep at a distance but Karlson has taken the fight into the clinch.#T2#
Karlson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC2#
Dog manages to break the clinch.
Dog throws a head kick but Karlson moves out of range.
Karlson plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Karlson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Karlson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dog.
Karlson tries to clinch but Dog moves out of range.
Dog should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#CL2#
Dog has taken the fight to the clinch. #T3#
Dog is trying to push Karlson away but Karlson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Karlson misses with a knee to the head.
Dog drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Karlson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Dog tries to pull guard but Karlson won't allow it. #BC#
Karlson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Karlson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dog sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Karlson somewhat.
Karlson blocks a head kick by Dog.
Karlson swats away the attempt to clinch by Dog.#T4#
Dog keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Karlson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dog tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice takedown defense from Karlson. No joy for Dog on that attempt.
Karlson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dog but Dog pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dog stuffs the takedown.
Dog shoots in looking for a takedown. Karlson tries to sprawl out of it but Dog keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Karlson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
Karlson drives through and clinches with Dog against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Magnus Iii Karlson will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Karlson misses with a low kick.
Dog tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Karlson or perhaps it was just good defense by Dog, which made it look bad.
Dog goes for a double leg but Karlson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Karlson continues to drive forward.
Dog dives in and grabs Karlson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Karlson pushes down on Dog's head and hops out.
Karlson has a takedown stuffed.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dog looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good leg kick by Karlson there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Nice takedown defense from Dog. No joy for Karlson on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magnus Iii Karlson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Karlson dives in and grabs Dog's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dog pushes down on Karlson's head and hops out.#T1#
Dog blocks a head kick by Karlson.
Dog loads up on a big right hand but Karlson slips the punch.
Karlson looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Karlson fails to land the takedown.
Magnus Iii Karlson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dog misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Karlson holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Dog tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Karlson smiles and moves away. #CL#
Dog tries to keep at a distance but Karlson has taken the fight into the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Karlson throws an elbow but misses. #TD#
Karlson pulls guard effortlessly. #T2#
Dog pushing down on Karlson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Dog stalling.
Dog tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Karlson manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Dog gets to his feet - Karlson follows without any prompting. #T3#
Dog tries a head kick but it misses.
Dog shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Karlson pinned against the cage. Karlson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Karlson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dog tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Karlson swivels and escapes.
Karlson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Karlson closes the distance and clinches up with Dog, looking for a takedown. Karlson pushes Dog against the cage but Dog circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dog takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
A head kick misses from Karlson.
Karlson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dog defends it nicely.#T4#
No luck for Dog with that takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Karlson.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dog.
Dog changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Karlson tries to avoid it but Dog manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Karlson to the ground. Karlson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Karlson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dog's waist but Dog gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Karlson off to one side.
Nice takedown defense from Karlson. No joy for Dog on that attempt.
Karlson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dog can do to turn this around?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dog closes this distance looking for a takedown but Karlson circles away.
Karlson tries for a takedown but Dog sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dog.
Karlson is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Dog.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Iii Karlson dominated that second 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Karlson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dog sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Dog fails with a takedown attempt.
Karlson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Karlson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dog.
Dog swinging wildly here.
Dog keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dog changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That kick from Karlson tenderised Dog's leg. Dog is trying to keep his angry face on.
Dog tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Karlson defends well and Dog ends up having to push Karlson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Magnus Iii Karlson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tek Dog.
Dog takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Karlson moves out of range as Dog throws a body kick.
Karlson dives in for a single leg takedown but Dog sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Karlson dives in for a single leg takedown but Dog sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Dog changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Karlson tries to avoid it but Dog manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Karlson to the ground. Karlson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL2#
Dog clinches.
Dog is trying to pull guard but Karlson has him pressed against the cage.
Karlson is trying to pull guard but Dog turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Karlson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dog just stands there and leans against the cage.
Karlson trying to stall but Dog improves his position. #TD2#
Dog has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Karlson uses from the top position. #SUB#
Karlson has gone for a leg lock! Dog slips out almost immediately though and dives into Karlson's guard.#REVB##T2#
Dog throws a strike but Karlson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Dog has his foot on Karlson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Karlson works his way back into a safe position though.
Dog looking to control.
Karlson stopping the sweep attempt from Dog.
Karlson trying to control but Dog is working from the bottom.
Karlson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Dog wants to sweep but no luck.
Dog is adopting a defensive guard.
Dog wants to stand but Karlson is controlling the position.
Karlson slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Karlson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A punch combination from Dog misses.
Dog shoots in for a double leg but Karlson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Karlson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dog tries to avoid it but Karlson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dog to the ground. Dog escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Dog wants to counter with a clinch but Karlson pushes him away.
Dog shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dog misses with a takedown attempt - Karlson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Dog tries to keep at a distance but Karlson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tek Dog has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magnus Iii Karlson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dog doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tek Dog.
I think Karlson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Magnus Iii Karlson!

Event: PL MMA 1 Dadaeff vs Barraca
Date: Jan 04, 2020

#R1#
Kristof tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Karlson swivels and escapes.
Kristof tries to score a power double leg takedown but Karlson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kristof somewhat.
Karlson tries to counter with a takedown but Kristof is quick to defend against it.
Kristof stuffs the takedown.#CL2#
Kristof clinches.
Karlson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kristof's elbow.
Karlson stops a takedown attempt from Kristof.
Magnus Iii Karlson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kris Kristof.#BC#
Karlson breaks from the clinch.
Karlson connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Karlson moves into range and clinches up with Kristof.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kristof.#TD#
Karlson decides to pull guard.
Karlson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kristof is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Karlson keeping full guard, as Kristof tries to pass.
Kristof trying to control the position from guard on top but Karlson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Karlson is trying to keep Kristof in close.
Kristof controls from within his opponent's guard.
Karlson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Karlson postures up.
Kristof is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Karlson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kristof wants to control but Karlson passes easily into half guard.
Kristof is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kristof regains full guard. Nicely done. #T3#
Kristof wants to sweep here but Karlson controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karlson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kristof is controlling Karlson's posture.
Karlson sitting in guard here, content to control.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kristof shoots in but Karlson avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kristof swings widly with a right hand
and Karlson counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Karlson has managed to clinch.
Kristof is trying to pull guard but Karlson has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Karlson breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Karlson tries to keep at a distance but Kristof has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kristof tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Karlson smiles and moves away.
Karlson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL2#
Karlson gets tackled into the cage by Kristof. Kristof maintains the clinch.
Kristof tries to pull guard but Karlson won't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#BC2#
Kristof's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice takedown defense from Kristof. No joy for Karlson on that attempt.
Karlson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kristof is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Magnus Iii Karlson dominated that round.
That's time! Karlson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Karlson lands a high kick! #CUT#
It looks like Kris Kristof has been cut.
Kristof fails with a takedown attempt.
Karlson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kristof leaves Karlson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kristof tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Karlson was well out of range. Poor timing from Kristof.
Kristof throws a combination. Karlson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kristof is defended easily by Karlson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karlson wants to clinch up but Kristof keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Kristof clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Karlson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Karlson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kristof's waist but Kristof gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Karlson off to one side.
Kristof feints the counter takedown.
Karlson shoots and misses
and Kristof counters with a series of strikes. Karlson will be more careful next time no doubt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magnus Iii Karlson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kristof will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kristof shoots in but Karlson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kristof is breathing heavily.
Karlson shoots in and drives through. Kristof sprawls well.
Karlson shoots in for a takedown but Kristof shows good takedown defense.
Karlson looks for a takedown but Kristof sprawls well.
Kristof throws a nice looking combination but Karlson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kristof tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Karlson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Karlson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kristof avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Kristof looks for a takedown but Karlson sprawls well.
Kristof connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Karlson fails with the takedown.
Kristof tries to close the distance and clinch but Karlson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kristof throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Karlson's waist but Karlson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kristof off to one side.
Karlson misses with an attempted mid kick. #T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Karlson.
Kristof moves in looking to clinch but Karlson pushes him off.
Karlson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kristof manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kristof scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Kristof keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Karlson misses with a combination
and Kristof counters with a right hand to the body.
Karlson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kristof is trying hard to land a takedown here. Karlson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kristof lands with a kick to the temple. Karlson shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #T4#
Karlson shoots for a takedown but Kristof saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kristof now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nice takedown defense from Karlson. No joy for Kristof on that attempt.
Karlson with a nice cross.
Kristof fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A slapping leg kick lands for Karlson.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kristof shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Karlson pinned against the cage. Karlson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kris Kristof showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kris Kristof's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Karlson lands a two punch combo.
Kristof slaps away a takedown attempt from Karlson, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
Kristof takes the fight into the clinch.
Kristof tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kristof is trying to drag Karlson to the mat but Karlson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Karlson tries to throw a body punch but Kristof avoids it by throwing Karlson back against the cage. #T1##TD#
Karlson jumps into guard, dragging Kristof to the mat.
Kristof must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kristof wants to stand and escape but instead Karlson has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Kristof had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Karlson defends it easily.
Karlson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Karlson pushing down on Kristof's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Karlson slows the pace down in half guard.
Karlson trying to control from half guard but Kristof is working away. #T2#
Karlson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kristof defending well though.
Karlson wants to control but Kristof is keeping him busy.
Kristof is controlling Karlson's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Karlson wants to pass to mount but Kristof is defending the position.
Kristof is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Kristof wants to sweep but Karlson has passed to side control!#SUB#
Karlson goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kristof rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Karlson's guard! Nice work there by Kristof!
Kristof postures up.
Kristof throws an elbow that misses. Karlson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kristof's guard. Nice move by Karlson!#REVR#
Kristof looking to control but Karlson passes into half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Kristof looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kristof takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kristof wants to control but Karlson is keeping busy.
Kristof keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Karlson wants to take a breather but Kristof is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Karlson is trying to work for a kimura but Kristof is defending well.
Still in half guard, Karlson seems content to control.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magnus Iii Karlson!

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