Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DMMA 307 Morrison vs Doomsday
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
DJ blocks a head kick by Draski.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DJ! But no joy.
DJ misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Draski appears to be looking for a big counter.
A chopping leg kick lands by DJ.
Draski avoids a punch combination nicely.
Draski is looking to clinch but DJ is avoiding it.
Draski fails in his attempt to clinch.
DJ avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Draski is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Draski moves away.
Draski moves in looking to clinch but DJ pushes him off.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Draski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. DJ manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Draski has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Scrap Squad in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
DJ throws a wild body kick that Draski sees coming a mile off.
Draski tries to clinch there but DJ circles away.
Both fighters circling a little - DJ finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
DJ lands a high kick! #CUT2#It looks like Ivan Draski has been cut.
DJ has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Draski takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Draski is breathing heavily.
Draski throws a body shot but no joy.
DJ circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Draski drops to the canvas, hurt badly! DJ follows Draski to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Deontay DJ!
A relieved looking Deontay DJ thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: DMMA 296 Martin vs Evans
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
DJ has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from DJ there as he acknowledges the shot.
A cross from Licht lands.
Licht throws a hook to the side of DJ's head but DJ sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Licht connects with a jab.
A lazy body kick from DJ
and Licht counters with a straight right hand.
Licht is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
A telegraphed right hand from DJ misses the target.
Licht blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Licht on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Licht shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
DJ throws a combination that misses
and DJ takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Licht lands a jab to the nose.
Licht has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Nord Licht seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DJ avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DJ! But no joy.
DJ takes a swing at Licht's ribcage but misses.
DJ displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Licht throws out the jab.
A combination from DJ does no damage.
DJ walks into a straight right hand from Licht.#T1#
Licht lands a nice shot to the body.
Licht scores with a crisp jab that stopped DJ in his tracks.
DJ takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #ROC#DJ is rocked!
DJ bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Licht comes at him with an uppercut from hell! DJ falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! DJ was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nord Licht!
Nord Licht seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DMMA 287 Kuomanen vs Khan
Date: Jan 28, 2024

#R1#
DJ digs a good hook to Conway's body.
Conway takes a shot to the body in his stride.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Conway throws out a powerful jab.
Conway connects with a crisp jab.
Conway misses with a straight right.
DJ lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Conway circles away quickly and effectively.
DJ looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
DJ throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Conway swings widly with a right hand
and DJ counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DJ misses with the combination.
Conway swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DJ misses with a right hand
letting Conway counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
DJ blocks a jab.#T1#
DJ throws a half hearted mid kick.
Conway misses with a hook
and DJ finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
DJ throws an off balance right hand
and Conway counters with a straight right hand.
DJ lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT#It looks like Jake Conway has been cut.
Conway throws a combination but it was largely blocked by DJ.
DJ swings widly with a right hand
and Conway counters with a crisp right that sends DJ to the canvas! Conway follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jake Conway!
An out of breath Jake Conway thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Nfld xmas special
Date: Dec 28, 2023

#R1##KD2#
DJ lands a left and a right that send McPherson crashing to the mat, dazed. DJ thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT2#It looks like Turd McPherson has been cut.
DJ misses with a few strikes there.
DJ has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
DJ connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt McPherson covering up! DJ comes in with a big uppercut and McPherson goes doooown! He's slumped up against the cage, eyes staring blankly into space.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Deontay DJ!
Deontay DJ seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Nfld FN 51
Date: Dec 07, 2023

#R1#
DJ lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
DJ misses with a series of wild punches.
DJ lands a slapping body shot.
Zurauskas jabs DJ to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Zurauskas is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by DJ.
DJ looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ lands with a thumping leg kick.
A low kick from DJ is predictable there
letting Zurauskas counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Zurauskas misses the target.
Zurauskas connects with a right hand. DJ shakes it off.
DJ tries a head kick but it misses.
And Zurauskas tries to counter it with a takedown but DJ pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Zurauskas has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
DJ punishes Zurauskas's body with a nice straight punch.
DJ throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DJ shoots for a takedown but Zurauskas saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Zurauskas fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches DJ on the side of the head.
Zurauskas throws a series of punches but DJ avoids them all with ease.
Zurauskas closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops DJ! Zurauskas dives in looking to finish! DJ is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paulius Zurauskas!
During a confident post fight interview, Paulius Zurauskas thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Nfld FN 50
Date: Nov 16, 2023

#R1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bleak checks a leg kick.
DJ tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bleak counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps DJ thinking.
Bleak will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
DJ throws out a counter right but Bleak avoids it with no problem.
Bleak on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
DJ misses with a right hand
and Bleak counters with a lovely straight right hand!
DJ bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CUT2#It looks like Bruno Bleak has been cut.#CL#
Bleak has closed the distance and engaged DJ in a clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bleak. #T1#
Nice body punch from Bleak.
DJ trying to stall but Bleak improves his position.
Bleak tries to score a body lock takedown but DJ shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
DJ taking a breather.
Bleak tries to score a body lock takedown but DJ shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno Bleak. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DJ stalling the fight.
DJ is trying to break the clinch but Bleak is controlling him.
Bleak blocking some punches.
Bleak blocking some punches.
DJ gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bleak.
A frustrated look appears on DJ's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
DJ breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bleak avoids a kick to the body. #T2#
DJ throws a right hand that Bleak ducks under and follows up with a left that Bleak also avoids with ease.
A lazy body kick from DJ #TD#
and Bleak counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
DJ is looking to escape.
Bleak not doing much here.
Bleak is looking to take a break and control but DJ is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Bleak is looking for a kimura but DJ is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bleak to get the leverage. #SUB2#
DJ looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
DJ scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Bleak manages to mount him! #T3#
Bleak prevents DJ from getting the reversal.
DJ is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
DJ tries to improve his position but Bleak has taken his back! Bleak has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will DJ tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Bleak pushes DJ away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bruno Bleak!
During a confident post fight interview, Bruno Bleak thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Nfld FN 49
Date: Oct 26, 2023

#R1#
DJ scores with a punch to the head.
DJ misses with a head kick.
Zurauskas looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
DJ misses with a wild combination.
Zurauskas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zurauskas swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Zurauskas! But no joy.
Zurauskas has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Zurauskas fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
DJ throws an off balance right hand
and Zurauskas counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zurauskas thuds a left hand into DJ's body.
Zurauskas takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
DJ takes a body punch but keeps moving.
No joy there for DJ, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T1#
DJ lets loose with a powerful body kick. Zurauskas will feel that in the morning.
DJ misses the shot to the body.
DJ slips under a jab.
DJ swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DJ throws a leg kick but Zurauskas checks it.
Zurauskas checks a low kick from DJ.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A jab from Zurauskas does it's job there.
A looping hook to the body misses from DJ. Zurauskas does a little dance to reset his feet.
DJ takes a swing at Zurauskas's ribcage but misses.
DJ tries to land a front kick but Zurauskas steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T2#
DJ's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and DJ duly obliges.
DJ throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Zurauskas counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
DJ is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zurauskas pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Zurauskas is trying to work for a kimura but DJ is defending well. #SUB2#
Zurauskas is sneakily working for an arm triangle but DJ sees it coming and defends easily.#ES#
DJ kicks Zurauskas off and gets back to his feet.
DJ swings for the body but Zurauskas moves out of range.
Zurauskas scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. DJ doesn't seem bothered though. #T3#
DJ throws a big shot that misses.
Zurauskas lands a front kick.
Zurauskas blocks a head kick by DJ.
DJ finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A solid body kick from Zurauskas.
DJ is breathing heavily.
Zurauskas takes a swing at DJ's ribcage but misses.
Zurauskas jabs at DJ's body.#KD2#
Zurauskas cracks DJ with a big right hand and DJ goes down!#CUT2#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Zurauskas is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Zurauskas passes DJ's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T4#
DJ is not content to let Zurauskas control the position.#SUB2#
Zurauskas is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. DJ doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zurauskas.
DJ is not content to let Zurauskas control the position.#SUB#
DJ looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Zurauskas is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, DJ has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Paulius Zurauskas dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Deontay DJ's cut.
That's time! DJ's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Zurauskas throws a jab but it's blocked by DJ.
DJ throws a counter high kick but Zurauskas was just alert enough to avoid it.
Zurauskas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zurauskas throws an overhand right that lands on DJ's shoulder, as DJ tries to avoid the shot.
Paulius Zurauskas seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Zurauskas looks to score with a jab to the body but DJ is just out of range.
DJ loads up on a big right hand but Zurauskas slips the punch.
DJ ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Zurauskas throws a body punch but DJ moves out of range.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Zurauskas moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zurauskas throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zurauskas is on the wrong end of a nice combination from DJ.
DJ throws a body kick that misses.
Zurauskas looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DJ dives in for a single leg takedown but Zurauskas sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Zurauskas looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
DJ is trying to break the clinch but Zurauskas is controlling him.
Zurauskas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Zurauskas lands a nice uppercut.
DJ lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Zurauskas throws a punch but it's blocked by DJ.
DJ looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Zurauskas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Zurauskas throws a head punch that misses.
Zurauskas tries a body shot but DJ blocks it.
Zurauskas misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
DJ manages to break the clinch.
DJ swings widly with a right hand
and Zurauskas makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Zurauskas fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
DJ throws a nice looking combination but Zurauskas bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Zurauskas drops DJ with a huge uppercut! DJ drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Zurauskas is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paulius Zurauskas!
Paulius Zurauskas seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Nfld FN 47
Date: Sep 14, 2023

#R1#
DJ moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
DJ connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Durnin swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Durnin throws an off balance right hand
and DJ counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Durnin throws a head kick that misses.
Durnin swings widly with a right hand
and DJ counters with a right hand to the body.
Durnin is breathing heavily.
A slapping body kick lands there for DJ.
Durnin slips a jab and a cross from DJ.
Durnin needs to keep his hands up - DJ had a free shot at his head there.
DJ lands a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Durnin takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Durnin misses with a leg kick
and DJ counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Durnin falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Deontay DJ!
A victorious Deontay DJ thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Nfld live 42
Date: Aug 26, 2023

#R1#
Van Cleefe misses with a few strikes there.
DJ throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A jab from DJ does it's job there.#CUT#It looks like Lee Van Cleefe has been cut.#TD2#
Van Cleefe looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for DJ!
You can see the frustration on DJ's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Van Cleefe goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, DJ rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Van Cleefe's guard! Nice work there by DJ!
Van Cleefe controls DJ momentarily but DJ frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Van Cleefe pulls DJ in close to prevent any damage.
DJ wants to get up but he can't break Van Cleefe's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T1#
Van Cleefe keeping moving, preventing DJ from controlling successfully.
DJ wanted to stand there but Van Cleefe had control of the position.
Van Cleefe controls DJ momentarily but DJ frees himself. #SU#
DJ gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
DJ lands a head kick. Van Cleefe smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
DJ lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #ROC#Van Cleefe is rocked!
Lee Van Cleefe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DJ lands with a jab that stuns his opponent. Van Cleefe is looking to close the distance but DJ sees it coming and throws a beautiful knee! Van Cleefe crumbles to the mat and that's all she wrote! Let's hope Van Cleefe is OK because that was naaaaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Deontay DJ!
Deontay DJ thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Lee Van Cleefe spoke after the fight, saying 'Old ninjas don't retire they just disappear in a cloud of smoke. '.

Event: Nfld 37
Date: Jul 29, 2023

#R1#
A right-left combo lands from DJ.
DJ looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bleak avoids the body shot from DJ.
DJ throws a head kick that misses.
DJ misses with an uppercut. Bleak saw that one coming.
DJ throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
DJ throws a head kick that misses.
DJ fakes the leg kick and cracks Bleak in the body.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Bleak shoots in and bounces DJ off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
DJ is looking to stand up but Bleak isn't so interested in that idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Bleak trying to control the position from guard on top but DJ is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bleak stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. DJ swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bleak is working hard here to advance position.
DJ wants to get back to his feet but Bleak is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bleak is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Bleak moves out of range easily.
Bleak tries to counter with a takedown but DJ is quick to defend against it.
Bleak lands a straight punch to the body, keeping DJ at a distance.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bleak changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've been hearing reports that Bleak has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bleak throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
DJ lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD#
Bleak shoots in and bounces DJ off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Bleak prevents DJ from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Bleak drops back, looking for a kneebar! DJ looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. DJ looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from DJ! #REVB##SU2#
DJ decides to stand back up. #T3#
Bleak tries for a takedown but DJ circles away easily
and DJ counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
DJ lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bleak backs up against the cage. #CUT2#It looks like Bruno Bleak has been cut.
DJ lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bleak will feel that in the morning.
DJ feints a jab promting Bleak to slip. DJ then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bleak slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
DJ pulls out of a head kick attempt.
DJ throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bleak connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bleak moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
A lazy left from Bleak finds it's target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DJ wants to clinch but Bleak slips to the side
and Bleak counters with a lovely shot to the body.
DJ smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
DJ scores with a push kick.
DJ is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
DJ throws a combination that misses
and Bleak counters with a nice uppercut.
DJ falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Bleak counters with a shoot takedown. DJ fights it but they end up in guard.
DJ wants to stand up but Bleak is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bruno Bleak's cut.
That's time! Bleak's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bleak takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Deontay DJ seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bleak slips under a jab from DJ.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Bleak counters with a single leg into guard. DJ didn't expect that.
Bruno Bleak overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bleak controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now DJ is on top in guard. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ trying to stand up but can't free himself from Bleak's guard.#T1##SUB#
Bleak is looking for a triangle but DJ pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
DJ got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bleak has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, DJ has managed to get both his arms back between Bleak's legs - danger averted.
DJ tries to stand but Bleak is controlling from the bottom. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Bleak is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. DJ is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DJ wanted to stand there but Bleak had control of the position.
Bleak keeping moving, preventing DJ from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
DJ on the wrong end of a nice jab.
DJ walks into a straight right hand from Bleak.
DJ lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T3#
Bleak drops DJ with a straight right hand, right on the button! Bleak follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bruno Bleak!
Bruno Bleak thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Nfld live 35
Date: Jun 17, 2023

#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by DJ. That's going to slow Van Cleefe down.
Van Cleefe takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CUT2#It looks like Lee Van Cleefe has been cut.
Van Cleefe stuns DJ with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
DJ ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Cleefe moves away.
Van Cleefe just misses with a punch to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Van Cleefe has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD2#
DJ shoots in and gets a takedown into Van Cleefe's guard.
DJ stays in close to Van Cleefe's body and controls the position.
DJ wants to stand but Van Cleefe is controlling his posture from full guard. #T1##SUB#
Van Cleefe looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
DJ has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Van Cleefe is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Van Cleefe is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
DJ stopping the sweep attempt from Van Cleefe.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Van Cleefe throws an ugly left hook that misses
and DJ counters with a series of strikes. Van Cleefe will be more careful next time no doubt.
DJ slips a jab from Van Cleefe.
DJ throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A right-left combo lands from DJ.
Van Cleefe avoids the head kick by DJ.
DJ fails to land with a series of punches.
A jab from Van Cleefe misses. #CL2#
DJ has Van Cleefe up against the cage in a clinch.
DJ lands a left hand. #BC2#
DJ manages to break the clinch.
Van Cleefe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but DJ manages to avoid it.
Van Cleefe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Van Cleefe tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but DJ defends well and Van Cleefe ends up having to push DJ into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
DJ scores with a hook to the body.
DJ blocking some punches. #BC2#
DJ escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Van Cleefe takes a kick to the side of the head.
Van Cleefe misses with a double jab.
Van Cleefe takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
DJ moves into range and connects with a jab.
DJ lands a hook that stumbles Van Cleefe back into the cage. DJ follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Van Cleefe to the canvas! DJ pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Van Cleefe has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Deontay DJ!
Deontay DJ decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Lee Van Cleefe had this to say: 'Old ninjas don't retire they just disappear in a cloud of smoke. '.

Event: Nfld FN 41
Date: May 11, 2023

#R1#
DJ throws a combination that misses
and DJ takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
DJ swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Leal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
DJ looks winded!
Leal takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A telegraphed right hand from DJ misses the target.
DJ is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Leal.
DJ just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromLeal.
DJ throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ digs a good hook to Leal's body.
DJ misses with a head kick.
DJ has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
DJ throws a combination that misses
and Leal makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
DJ misses with a body kick.
The fighters circling - DJ throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
DJ throws a left and a right that both miss
and Leal counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nathan Leal!
A very excited looking Nathan Leal made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Nfld live 28
Date: Apr 15, 2023

#R1#
DJ throws a series of punches but Kogos moves out of range.
DJ throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
DJ tries a head kick but it misses.
Kogos keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Kogos misses.
DJ throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
DJ throws a big shot that misses.
Kogos blocks a head kick by DJ.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kogos looks to land a left hand but DJ moved out of range nicely.
DJ throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kogos counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
DJ feints a jab promting Kogos to slip. DJ then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Kogos slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Paulo Kogos has been cut.#T1#
Kogos avoids the body shot from DJ.
DJ swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kogos tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Kogos moves out of range easily.
Kogos moves out of range of the body kick from DJ.
Kogos let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DJ.
Kogos feints the counter takedown.
DJ throws a head kick but Kogos moves out of range.
Kogos changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kogos slips a jab and a cross from DJ.
And Kogos tries to counter it with a takedown but DJ pushes his down on his head and steps out.
DJ swinging wildly here.
And Kogos tries to counter it with a takedown but DJ pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T2#
Kogos with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling DJ to score with a decent uppercut.
DJ throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Kogos counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kogos.
Kogos won't allow DJ to get back to his feet.
Kogos scoring with some ground and pound.
DJ wants to stand and escape but Kogos is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kogos is looking to work some ground and pound but DJ has wrist control.
Kogos trying to control but DJ is working from the bottom.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kogos looking to sit in guard and control but DJ gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kogos wants to sweep here but DJ controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Kogos is trying to keep DJ in close.
DJ slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SU#
DJ decides to stand back up.
DJ throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
DJ throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kogos counters with a lovely straight right hand!#KD2#
Kogos cracks DJ with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Kogos has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning DJ to stand back up!#ROC2#DJ is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kogos is throwing punches like he's double parked. Oh my word! Huge right hand from Kogos shuts the power down on DJ. Lights out, game over! Kogos is your winner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Paulo Kogos!
Paulo Kogos took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: Nfld 32
Date: Mar 18, 2023

#R1#
DJ misses with a wild combination.
Zurauskas is looking to counter punch.#KD2#
DJ lands a big head kick that sends Zurauskas tumbling to the mat! DJ takes a step backwards and waves Zurauskas back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#It looks like Paulius Zurauskas has been cut.
DJ with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Zurauskas to score with a decent uppercut.
DJ misses with a combination #TD#
and Zurauskas counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for DJ!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Zurauskas tries for a kimura but DJ is defending well.
Zurauskas trying to control the position but DJ is working away. #SUB#
Zurauskas tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Zurauskas prevents DJ from escaping the position.#SUB#
Zurauskas looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Zurauskas has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Zurauskas looking to control but instead DJ has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Zurauskas not doing much here.
DJ is trying to stand. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Zurauskas content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DJ is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Zurauskas lands with a hook. DJ tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
Zurauskas throws a body punch but DJ moves out of range.
DJ swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Zurauskas counters with a lovely shot to the body.
DJ looks to throw a body kick
and Zurauskas connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
DJ tries to clinch up#KD#
and Zurauskas counters with a left hand that sends DJ to the canvas! #ROC#DJ is rocked!#T3#
Zurauskas 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.
Zurauskas looking to pass the guard.
Zurauskas prevents DJ from getting back to his feet.
Zurauskas looking to pass the guard.
Zurauskas looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
DJ wants to stand up but Zurauskas is controlling him.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Zurauskas trying to control but DJ is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Zurauskas throws out a leg kick but DJ moves out of range and Zurauskas only half commits.
Zurauskas throws a body punch but DJ moves out of range.
DJ feints a jab promting Zurauskas to slip. DJ then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Zurauskas slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Zurauskas scores with a nice right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Paulius Zurauskas dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
DJ closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Zurauskas misses with a hook to the body #KD2#
and DJ counters with a crisp one two that drops Zurauskas! DJ thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Zurauskas to his feet! Zurauskas is in big trouble!#ROC2#Zurauskas is rocked!
DJ is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
DJ is still on wobbly legs! Can Zurauskas finish him?
Zurauskas cracks DJ with a left hook right on the temple and DJ goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Zurauskas lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully DJ is OK!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Paulius Zurauskas!
During a confident post fight interview, Paulius Zurauskas thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Nfld FN 35
Date: Feb 16, 2023

#R1#
A big left from Okafor misses.
DJ unleashes a big counter combination but Okafor bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
DJ takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
DJ lands with a kick to the ribs.
DJ misses with a two punch combination.
Okafor pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
DJ raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
DJ scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
DJ misses with a kick to the body.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice body punch from DJ.
Some wild striking there from DJ. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
DJ holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Okafor is stalling here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
DJ pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
DJ shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Okafor eats them both and turns towards DJ to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
DJ feints with a jab and clips Okafor right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Okafor is sent crashing into the canvas and DJ leaps in for the kill! Okafor tries to get to his feet but DJ is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Okafor is in need of a savior and steps in!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Deontay DJ!
Our winner, Deontay DJ, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 23, 2023

#R1#
DJ lands a head shot.#CUT#It looks like Jake Peterson has been cut.
Peterson fails to land with a series of punches.
Jake Peterson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DJ feints with a jab and clips Peterson right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Peterson is sent crashing into the canvas and DJ leaps in for the kill! Peterson tries to get to his feet but DJ is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Peterson is in need of a savior and steps in!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Deontay DJ!
During a confident post fight interview, Deontay DJ thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: 300.F.C FIGHT 8
Date: Oct 22, 2022

#R1#
DJ takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
Kok loads up on a big right hand but DJ slips the punch.
DJ is looking for the big counter here.#KD#
Kok lands a big head kick that sends DJ tumbling to the mat! Kok takes a step backwards and waves DJ back to his feet - he wants the finish!
We've been told by Kok's head coaches at The Goya - ðŸ¥Š MMA Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kok cracks DJ with a hook to the temple - DJ is on wobbly legs here! Kok swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! DJ falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Kok wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Chew Kok!
During a confident post fight interview, Chew Kok thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 07, 2022

#R1#
DJ sizes up Darongo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
DJ scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Darongo doesn't seem bothered though.
DJ throws a right and a left that both miss.
Darongo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
DJ misses with a wild body shot.
DJ shoots in looking for a takedown but Darongo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing DJ's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Darongo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Darongo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Darongo.
DJ wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC#
DJ breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
DJ pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Darongo connects with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Darongo instigates a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DJ wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Darongo has him pressed against the cage.
Darongo misses with a punch on the inside.
Darongo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Darongo lands with a short shot to the head.
Darongo misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Darongo is leaning against DJ and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
DJ fails to pull guard.
Darongo throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Darongo.
Darongo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Darongo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Darongo swings wildly with an uppercut but DJ uses good head movement to avoid it.
DJ wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Darongo has him pressed against the cage.
A short right from Darongo on the inside.
DJ is looking to break free of the clinch but Darongo has double underhooks.
DJ is trying to break free.
DJ wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Darongo has him pressed against the cage.
Darongo throws a punch but it's blocked by DJ.
DJ misses with a punch to the body.
DJ prevents a body shot from Darongo.
Darongo misses with some punches.
DJ tries to break free but Darongo pushes him back against the cage.
Darongo keeps the fight in the clinch, despite DJ's efforts to push away.#T2#
Darongo misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Darongo on the inside.
A right hand to the body from DJ.
DJ blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DJ wants to break free but Darongo has control. #BC#
DJ pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
DJ tries to clinch there but Darongo circles away.
DJ throws a series of punches but Darongo moves out of range.
Darongo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ronan Darongo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A low kick from Darongo is predictable there
and DJ counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Darongo is lucky that one didn't land flush.
A good leg kick by Darongo.
Darongo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Darongo wants to clinch up but DJ keeps it at a distance.
DJ keeps the fight on the outside.
Darongo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from DJ.#T3#
Darongo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
DJ was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Darongo with a jab.
Darongo misses with a telegraphed body shot
and DJ connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
DJ just misses with a punch to the body.
Darongo scores with a punch to the head.#CL#
DJ rushes Darongo and presses him up against the cage.
Darongo lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Darongo keeps control of DJ as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
DJ can't break the clinch.
DJ tries to break free but Darongo pushes him back against the cage.
Darongo misses with a body punch.
Darongo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of DJ backwards.
Darongo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Darongo can't find room to land a body shot as DJ controls the action. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Darongo. #BC#
DJ's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Darongo tries to clinch up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Darongo throws a body kick that misses.
DJ on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Darongo. Darongo obviously looking to wear him down.
Darongo lands a nice looking body shot.
Donk. Darongo catches DJ right on the button with a cross.
Darongo tries to close the distance and clinch up but DJ swats him away and circles back towards the center.
DJ thinks about countering with a body kick.
Darongo lands a body shot.
Darongo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Darongo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A left hand lands to the body for Darongo.
DJ is breathing heavily.
Darongo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Darongo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Darongo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Darongo lands a hook that snaps the head of DJ backwards. #ROC2#DJ is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ronan Darongo dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
A head kick from DJ lands but Darongo takes it in his stride. #CL2#
Darongo closes the distance and clinches.
A right hook to the body lands for DJ.
Darongo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
DJ wants to break the clinch but can't.
DJ will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Darongo up against the cage.
Darongo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Darongo scores with a shoulder strike.
Darongo tries to work over DJ's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Darongo has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. DJ seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Darongo can turn it around.
Darongo misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Darongo lands a body punch in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Darongo.
DJ wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Darongo blocks a body shot from DJ.
Darongo has DJ pressed against the cage, preventing DJ from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Darongo working aggressively here. #T1#
Darongo can't find room to land a body shot as DJ controls the action.
Ronan Darongo seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Darongo lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of DJ backwards.
Darongo has DJ pressed against the cage, preventing DJ from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Darongo misses with a punch to the body.
Darongo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Darongo working aggressively here.
DJ is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Darongo.
Darongo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Darongo working aggressively here.
DJ crunches a lovely knee into Darongo's ribcage.
Darongo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Darongo.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Darongo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Darongo fails to land.
DJ is looking to control Darongo's arms but Darongo gets an underhook and turns him. Now DJ has his back to the cage.
Darongo unloads with a big right hand that wobbles DJ! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Darongo is unloading with more strikes now! DJ drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ronan Darongo!
An out of breath Ronan Darongo thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 01, 2022

#R1#
DJ pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Stevenson back to the cage. DJ follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT2#It looks like Bledge Stevenson has been cut.
DJ circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Stevenson drops to the canvas, hurt badly! DJ follows Stevenson to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Deontay DJ!
Deontay DJ seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 11, 2022

#R1##CL#
DJ takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
DJ manages to break the clinch.
Pudzianowski throws a leg kick but DJ checks it.
DJ scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#It looks like Mariusz Pudzianowski has been cut.
DJ moves out of range of the leg kick from Pudzianowski.
DJ fires out a quick counter leg kick but Pudzianowski just manages to avoid it.
Pudzianowski throws a leg kick
and DJ connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
DJ turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Pudzianowski tries to work over DJ's front leg with a kick but DJ checks it.
DJ misses with a series of wild punches.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DJ connects with a body shot that sends Pudzianowski's belly button to the back.
Pudzianowski looks winded!
DJ jabs at Pudzianowski's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DJ lands a nice looking body kick.
DJ lands a nice hook to Pudzianowski's body. Pudzianowski takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #KD#
DJ lands a big head kick that sends Pudzianowski tumbling to the mat! DJ takes a step backwards and waves Pudzianowski back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Pudzianowski is rocked!
Pudzianowski walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! DJ swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Deontay DJ!
A very excited looking Deontay DJ made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 14, 2022

#R1#
DJ jabs Pudzianowski to the body, keeping him at a distance.
DJ bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Pudzianowski avoids the head kick by DJ.
Good work by DJ as he checks the leg kick.
DJ tries a head kick but it misses.
DJ is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pudzianowski.
Pudzianowski slips a straight right by DJ.
Some wild striking there from DJ.
DJ scores with a jab to the body.
DJ has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
DJ throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Pudzianowski tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and DJ is able to avoid easily.
Pudzianowski blocks a head kick by DJ.
Pudzianowski throws a leg kick
and DJ counters with a big head kick but Pudzianowski shrugs it off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DJ stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and DJ wants it to stay on the feet.
DJ checks the leg kick.
A clash of legs there as DJ blocks the low kick.
Pudzianowski throws a low kick, looking for DJ's leg but DJ calmly moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on DJ's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
DJ connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Pudzianowski motions for DJ to come forward. Pudzianowski throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
DJ moves out of range of the leg kick from Pudzianowski.
An inside leg kick from Pudzianowski misses.
Pudzianowski takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT2#It looks like Mariusz Pudzianowski has been cut.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Pudzianowski moves out of range easily.
Pudzianowski misses with a low kick. #KD2#
DJ drops Pudzianowski with a beautiful combination! Pudzianowski stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - DJ is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Pudzianowski is rocked!#CL2#
DJ rushes Pudzianowski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
I was talking to Pudzianowski's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
DJ's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pudzianowski is looking to score with low kicks.
DJ checks the leg kick nicely there.
Some bone on bone action there as DJ checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Mariusz Pudzianowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DJ scores with a kick to the body.
Pudzianowski is breathing heavily.
DJ fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Pudzianowski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
DJ tries a head kick but it misses.
DJ scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Pudzianowski fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but DJ is out of range. #KD2#
DJ lands a big right hand that sends Pudzianowski crashing to the mat! DJ stays standing though and waves Pudzianowski back to his feet!
Oh Pudzianowski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Pudzianowski throws a low kick but DJ moves out of range easily.
Both fighters circling slowly here as the pace drops. Hopefully one of them does someth.. OOOHHHH!!!! DJ throws an absolute beast of a head kick! Pudzianowski is done! He's out cold, twisted and contorted up against the cage! Wow!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Deontay DJ!
A victorious Deontay DJ thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: WVT 17: McDonald v Sharma
Date: Jul 17, 2022

#R1##CL#
Toivonen moves into the clinch.
Toivonen taking a breather.
Toivonen is stalling here.
A frustrated look appears on DJ's face as he tries to break the clinch.
DJ working hard to break the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
DJ wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ is trying to break free.
DJ can't break the clinch.
I was talking to Toivonen's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
DJ tries to throw a body punch but Toivonen avoids it by throwing DJ back against the cage.
Toivonen keeps the fight in the clinch, despite DJ's efforts to push away.#T1##BC2#
DJ breaks from the clinch.
DJ misses with a head kick.
Toivonen quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Toivonen lands a nice leg kick that just misses DJ's sensitive parts.
DJ takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
Toivonen throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Sloppy strikes from DJ. Those never looked like landing.
Toivonen fires out a quick counter leg kick but DJ just manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Toivonen tries to keep at a distance but DJ has taken the fight into the clinch.
DJ has had enough of the clinch but Toivonen keeps him there for the moment.
Toivonen leaning his opponent against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Toivonen. #T2#
DJ working hard to break the clinch.
DJ is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
DJ looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Toivonen fails to pull guard.
Toivonen tries to pull guard but DJ won't allow it.
DJ wants to break free but Toivonen has control.
Toivonen has DJ pressed against the cage, preventing DJ from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
DJ tries to break the clinch but Toivonen is controlling the position.
Toivonen keeps control of DJ as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
DJ stalling. #T3#
DJ wants to break the clinch but can't.
Toivonen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Toivonen.
Toivonen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
DJ wants to break the clinch but can't.
DJ stalls.
DJ has had enough of the clinch but Toivonen keeps him there for the moment.
Toivonen slowing the pace effectively.
Toivonen stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
DJ has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Toivonen controlling the action here for a moment. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
DJ lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
DJ breaks from the clinch.
DJ scores with a kick to the midsection.#KD2#
DJ drops Toivonen with a beautiful combination! Toivonen stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - DJ is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Toivonen is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Otso Toivonen has been cut.
Toivonen throws a low kick but DJ avoids it.#CL2#
DJ forces Toivonen back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#KD2#
DJ drops Toivonen onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Toivonen is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Oh Toivonen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Toivonen keeps control of DJ as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
DJ is trying to break free.
Toivonen prevents DJ from breaking the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
DJ throws a series of punches but Toivonen avoids them all with ease.
Toivonen seems to have got his legs back now.
Toivonen stuffs the takedown attempt from DJ. DJ gets slowly back to his feet.
Toivonen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
DJ has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
DJ lands a head kick!
Toivonen throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ tries to land a body kick
and Toivonen counters with a right hand to the body.
Deontay DJ is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
DJ pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
DJ pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
DJ misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Toivonen counters with a slapping leg kick.
Deontay DJ seems to be getting the better of the standup.
DJ has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Toivonen.
DJ throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Toivonen was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
DJ throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Toivonen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
DJ throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
DJ swings for the body but Toivonen moves out of range.
Toivonen half committed to a counter leg kick.
DJ tries a head kick but it misses.
A head kick misses from DJ.
Toivonen tried to counter with a leg kick but DJ avoided it.
DJ moves out of range of the body kick from Toivonen.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DJ throws a lazy uppercut
and Toivonen counters with a nice body shot. #T2#
Toivonen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of DJ's head.
Toivonen takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Toivonen ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
DJ is breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Toivonen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Toivonen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
DJ misses with a combination #KD#
and Toivonen counters with a nice right hand that sends DJ toppling to the canvas! DJ scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Toivonen finish him?!#ROC#DJ is rocked!
DJ throws a left and a right that both miss
and Toivonen counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Otso Toivonen!
An out of breath Otso Toivonen thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: WVT 13: Gustavsson v Svyatogor
Date: Jul 03, 2022

#R1#
DJ throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A shot to the liver by Ubereem. Beautiful body shot.
DJ tries a head kick but it misses.
DJ pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A nice combination there by DJ. #CUT2#It looks like Alistair Ubereem has been cut.
DJ dodges the punch combination from Ubereem.
DJ tries to move into range but Ubereem moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem jabbing away but nothing is landing.
DJ has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Ubereem throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ubereem looks to score with a jab to the body but DJ is just out of range.
DJ throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Ubereem avoids the head kick by DJ.
DJ feints a jab promting Ubereem to slip. DJ then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Ubereem slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
DJ misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ubereem.
Ubereem throwing a counter right hand but DJ manages to avoid it.
DJ misses with a few strikes there.
Ubereem takes a swing at DJ's ribcage but misses.
DJ tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ubereem swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
DJ tries to clinch up.
DJ misses with a wild body shot.
A head kick by Ubereem misses
and DJ counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A punch combination from DJ misses.
Ubereem avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
DJ just misses with a punch to the body.
DJ slips a straight right by Ubereem.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DJ lands with a nice combination. Ubereem backs away looking to recover.#KD2#
DJ drops Ubereem with a beautiful combination! Ubereem stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - DJ is looking for the KO!#CUT2#Alistair Ubereem's cut is getting worse.
Ubereem scores with a spinning back kick!
DJ throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ubereem.
DJ slips a jab from Ubereem.
Ubereem throws a body shot but no joy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from DJ! But no joy.#KD2#
DJ lands a big head kick that sends Ubereem tumbling to the mat! DJ takes a step backwards and waves Ubereem back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Ubereem is rocked!
DJ blocks the body kick.
Oh Ubereem is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ubereem throws a body punch but DJ moves out of range.
Ubereem seems to have got his legs back now.
Ubereem connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
DJ uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ubereem.
DJ looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
A head kick misses from DJ.
DJ doesn't manage to clinch there - Ubereem circles away.
DJ wants to clinch up but Ubereem keeps it at a distance.
DJ misses with a double jab.
DJ tries for a takedown but Ubereem circles away easily
and Ubereem counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
Ubereem steps in with a hook that catches DJ right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Ubereem follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! DJ looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alistair Ubereem!
A victorious Alistair Ubereem thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: WVT 7: Hanayama v Tynkkynen
Date: Jun 05, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Griffith gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Griffith lands with a left to the head.
We've been informed that Griffith has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#BC#
DJ manages to break the clinch.
A head kick misses from DJ.
It seemed like Griffith was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
DJ throws a right and a left that both miss.
DJ throws a body punch but Griffith moves out of range.
Griffith throws out a counter right but DJ avoids it with no problem.
DJ swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DJ misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Griffith.
DJ swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Griffith looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Griffith tried to score with a low kick but DJ checks it.
An attempted straight right counter from DJ misses the target.
Griffith looking to land some kicks to the body here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ misses with a wild body shot.
Griffith misses with a hook to the body
and DJ counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Griffith doesn't manage to clinch there - DJ circles away.
DJ throws a right hand that Griffith ducks under and follows up with a left that Griffith also avoids with ease.#T1#
Griffith takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CUT#It looks like Anthony Griffith has been cut.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick
and Griffith connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Griffith throws a good cross that connects.
DJ keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DJ throws a right hand that Griffith ducks under and follows up with a left that Griffith also avoids with ease.
A head kick misses from DJ.
Griffith misses with a series of wild punches.
Griffith just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDJ.
Griffith bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
DJ tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Griffith paws at him with a jab and circles away.
DJ throws a head kick but Griffith moves out of range.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Griffith looks to clinch
and DJ counters with a series of strikes. Griffith will be more careful next time no doubt.
DJ throws a head kick that half lands. #ROC#Griffith is rocked!#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Griffith misses with a straight right.
Griffith is still on wobbly legs! Can DJ finish him?
Griffith blocks a head kick by DJ.
Griffith seems to have recovered his senses.
DJ throws a head kick but Griffith moves out of range.
DJ has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Griffith bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Griffith is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from DJ - that will leave a mark!
DJ throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Griffith counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Good shot there by Griffith.
Griffith swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and DJ counters with a one-two to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by DJ or perhaps it was just good defense by Griffith, which made it look bad.
Griffith takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Griffith lands a jab.#T3#
Griffith lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#ROC2#DJ is rocked!
DJ glances at the clock... BAM! Griffith nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends DJ crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, DJ is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Anthony Griffith!
During a confident post fight interview, Anthony Griffith thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CFC 476: Jimenez v Nagasaki
Date: Apr 20, 2022

#R1#
DJ throws a shot to the body.
DJ pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Durnin throws out a counter right but DJ avoids it with no problem.
Durnin looks to land a right hand but DJ moved out of range.
Durnin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Durnin throws an ugly left hook that misses #KD#
and DJ counters with a head kick that drops Durnin to the mat! Durnin scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Durnin throws a nice head kick! #CUT2#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
DJ avoids a kick to the body.
Durnin doesn't manage to clinch there - DJ circles away. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Durnin has knocked DJ down with a huge combo! Durnin steps away and waves a wobbly DJ back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#DJ is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Durnin lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in DJ - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Durnin!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Naoise Durnin!
Naoise Durnin thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 122 - Vaiduolkis vs Ford 3
Date: Feb 19, 2022

#R1#
Nice sprawl there from DJ as Telegin shoots in.
Telegin closes this distance looking for a takedown but DJ circles away.
Telegin blocks a head kick by DJ.
Telegin lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Telegin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Telegin has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
DJ throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Telegin blocks a head kick by DJ. #CL2#
DJ has Telegin up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Telegin is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Telegin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DJ is trying to push Telegin away but Telegin has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
DJ prevents a takedown attempt there.
DJ working hard to break the clinch.#T1#
Telegin goes for a takedown in the clinch but DJ prevents it.
DJ can't break the clinch.
DJ working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
DJ breaks the clinch.
DJ throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#CL#
and Telegin counters by clinching up.
DJ wants to break free but Telegin has control.
Telegin prevents DJ from breaking the clinch.
DJ wants to break the clinch but can't.
DJ is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
DJ is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
DJ leaning against his opponent.
Telegin slowing the pace effectively.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#BC2#
DJ breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A head kick misses from DJ.
Telegin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Telegin moves out of range easily.
Telegin scores with a jab to the jaw.
DJ scores with a nice strike.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DJ lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT2#It looks like Sergey Telegin has been cut.
DJ scores with a shot to the body.
DJ scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
DJ throws a series of punches but Telegin moves out of range. #CL#
Telegin clinches up against the cage.
Telegin can't get the takedown.
Telegin has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by DJ after a bit of a struggle. #BC2#
DJ breaks from the clinch.
DJ moves away from the strike by Telegin.
A lazy body kick from DJ #TD#
and Telegin counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for DJ!
DJ tries to escape but Telegin is in control.
DJ tries to bench press Telegin off him but Telegin keeps the position.
DJ is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Telegin looks up at the clock and then as DJ takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Telegin smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Telegin working the ground and pound but DJ is defending the strikes. #T4#
Telegin cracks DJ with a big elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Telegin cracks DJ with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Telegin trying to control the position but DJ is working away.
You can see the frustration on DJ's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Telegin 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.#SUB#
Telegin is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. DJ knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Telegin tries to move to mount but DJ blocks the move with his legs.
DJ is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
DJ is trying to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sergey Telegin's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Telegin darts in looking for a takedown but DJ gets double underhooks and turns Telegin into the cage.
Telegin wants a takedown but no success here. #BC2#
DJ breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
DJ looks to score with a jab to the body but Telegin is just out of range.
DJ misses with a jab, cross combination.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DJ slips under a jab from Telegin.
Deontay DJ seems to be getting the better of the standup.
DJ tries to land a body kick#TD#
so Telegin counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.

The fighters are working up against the cage. DJ manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Telegin is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Telegin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Telegin will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning DJ up against the cage.
Telegin changes levels and goes for a takedown here. DJ fights it off and pushes away nicely. #T1#
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Telegin is looking to counter punch.
DJ throws a right hand that Telegin ducks under and follows up with a left that Telegin also avoids with ease.
Telegin changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Telegin looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? DJ is fending him off so far but Telegin persists. Nope, DJ circles away and we're back to standing.
DJ throws a series of punches but Telegin avoids them all with ease.
Telegin will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
DJ rushes Telegin and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
DJ tries to break free but Telegin pushes him back against the cage.
Telegin drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #TD#
Telegin has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics DJ uses from the top position. #T2#
Telegin wants to sweep here but DJ controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Telegin has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but DJ can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU2#
DJ decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Telegin counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Telegin keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of DJ's head.
Telegin is stalling in the full guard.
DJ is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Telegin cracks DJ with a solid left hand.#T3#
DJ working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Telegin.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Telegin trying to control the position from guard on top but DJ is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Telegin lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Telegin trying to control but DJ is working from the bottom.
Telegin is working DJ over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
DJ wants to get back to his feet but Telegin is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Telegin scoring with punches to the head and body.
DJ is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Telegin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DJ is keeping the position for now.
Telegin postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Telegin advances to half guard.
Telegin not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Telegin is trying to control. DJ wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
DJ has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Telegin is working away from the top position though.
DJ avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Telegin.
Telegin drops an elbow to the side of DJ's head.
Telegin not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Telegin seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
DJ is looking to escape.
Telegin tries to pass to full mount but DJ defends it.
DJ has hold of Telegin's hands but Telegin slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sergey Telegin will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Sergey Telegin's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Nice shot by Telegin.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Telegin tries to close the distance and clinch but DJ swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
DJ looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Telegin moves out of range easily.
Telegin misses with a straight left.
Telegin connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Telegin shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with DJ but DJ pushes him off and we're back to square one.
DJ replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Telegin blocks it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Telegin tests DJ's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
DJ looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Telegin shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
DJ moves into range and clinches up with Telegin.
DJ is pressed up against the cage. Telegin has hold of a leg and is looking to drag DJ down to the mat. DJ avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergey Telegin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Telegin counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Sergey Telegin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
DJ taking some punishment here, with Telegin in his half guard.
Telegin is controlling the pace.
DJ is trying to stand back up but Telegin is controlling him #T2#
Telegin not landing any meaningful shots this time.
DJ wants to get back to his feet.
Telegin is trying to control. DJ wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Telegin passes to full mount! #SUB#
Telegin is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, DJ has managed to escape the submission attempt.
DJ is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Telegin punishing his opponent with strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Telegin looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #T3#
DJ is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Telegin looking to control but DJ is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Telegin with the ground and pound from mount.
DJ really wants to buck Telegin off and get back to his feet.
Telegin landing shots from mount.
Telegin won't let DJ get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
DJ taking shots to the head.
DJ is trying to stand up.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Telegin cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Telegin looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #ROC#DJ is rocked!
DJ takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Telegin's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergey Telegin!
Sergey Telegin decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: HFC 118 - Babinski vs Bigg III
Date: Jan 22, 2022

#R1#
DJ scores with a push kick.
DJ misses with a two punch combination. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bacolod using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
DJ leaning his opponent against the cage.#BC#
DJ manages to break the clinch.
DJ cracks Bacolod with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
DJ scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
DJ defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bacolod.
DJ throws a big counter combination but Bacolod scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
DJ swats away the attempt to clinch by Bacolod.
DJ pushes Bacolod away with a front kick.#T1#
Bacolod fails to land the takedown.
DJ ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
DJ lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by DJ.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
DJ has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.#CL#
DJ moves into range and clinches up with Bacolod.
Bacolod keeps the fight in the clinch, despite DJ's efforts to push away.#BC#
DJ breaks the clinch.
DJ swinging wildly here.
Bacolod tries to counter with a clinch but DJ shakes him off and moves away.
Bacolod with a lazy takedown attempt
and DJ counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bacolod thinking.
Deontay DJ has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jingky Bacolod.
DJ misses with a head kick. #T2#
DJ lands a body shot.
Bacolod takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CUT#It looks like Jingky Bacolod has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Bacolod clinches with his opponent.
DJ being controlled against the cage.#BC#
DJ breaks from the clinch.
Bacolod is looking to score with low kicks.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from DJ. Bacolod shrugs it off though.
DJ lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A head kick misses from Bacolod.
Bacolod shoots in for a takedown but DJ shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
DJ throws a wild body kick that Bacolod sees coming a mile off.
DJ looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
DJ scores with a spinning back kick!
Bacolod looks winded!#T3##CL#
DJ moves into range and clinches up with Bacolod.
DJ is trying to push Bacolod away but Bacolod has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
DJ breaks the clinch.
DJ throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
DJ throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DJ misses with a few strikes there. #TD2#
Bacolod gets a double leg takedown into DJ's guard.
DJ is adopting a defensive guard.
Bacolod trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
DJ wants to get back to his feet but Bacolod is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4#
Bacolod wants to control from the top but DJ keeps moving.
DJ is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Bacolod trying to control but DJ is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bacolod keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Bacolod gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bacolod stalls.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jingky Bacolod's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A nice leg kick from DJ, right into the meat of the thigh.
A combination from DJ does no damage.
DJ misses with a kick to the body.
DJ is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bacolod can do to turn this around?
DJ fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bacolod blocks a head kick by DJ. #CL#
DJ clinches.
Bacolod tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. DJ smiles and moves away.
A head kick misses from DJ.
Bacolod tries to clinch up but DJ circles away and keeps his distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bacolod shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. DJ defends it nicely.
Bacolod tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DJ pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bacolod changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bacolod shoots for a takedown but DJ saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Deontay DJ has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jingky Bacolod.
Bacolod swats away the attempt to clinch by DJ.
DJ avoids a punch combination nicely.
DJ lands a nice shot that snaps Bacolod's head back.
A head kick misses from DJ.
Bacolod changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. DJ tries to avoid it but Bacolod manages to keep hold of a leg and drag DJ to the ground. DJ escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
DJ moves into range and clinches up with Bacolod.
Bacolod working hard to break the clinch.
Bacolod looking to throw knees to the head but DJ is blocking nicely.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting DJ here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.#T2#
DJ tries to break the clinch but Bacolod is controlling the position. #BC#
DJ pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
DJ lands with a right hand.
Some wild striking there from DJ.
Bacolod unleashes a big counter combination but DJ bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
DJ misses with a double jab.
Bacolod is looking to clinch.
Bacolod on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DJ throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Both fighters circling a little - DJ finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Bacolod is breathing heavily.
Bacolod fails to land the takedown.#CL#
DJ rushes Bacolod and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T3##BC#
DJ escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
DJ is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bacolod sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bacolod is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bacolod fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like DJ wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
DJ moves out of range as Bacolod strikes.
DJ misses with a body kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bacolod or perhaps it was just good defense by DJ, which made it look bad.
Deontay DJ is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bacolod fails in his attempt to clinch.
DJ stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
DJ rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bacolod moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bacolod moves out of range as DJ throws a body kick.
DJ tries a head kick but it misses. #T4##CL2#
Bacolod takes the fight into the clinch.
DJ has had enough of the clinch but Bacolod keeps him there for the moment.
DJ is trying to push Bacolod away but Bacolod has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bacolod is trying to drag DJ to the mat but DJ just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
DJ is looking to break free of the clinch but Bacolod has double underhooks. #BC#
DJ's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
DJ fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL#
DJ forces Bacolod back against the cage and clinches.
DJ tries to break the clinch but Bacolod is controlling the position. #BC#
DJ breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DJ is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jingky Bacolod's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
DJ gets a clinch.
Deontay DJ has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short right from Bacolod on the inside.
Bacolod tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. DJ just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC#
DJ breaks from the clinch.
Bacolod blocks a head kick by DJ.
Bacolod with a lazy takedown attempt
and DJ counters with a two punch combo.
Bacolod tries to clinch but DJ moves out of range. #CL#
DJ has managed to clinch. #TD2#
Bacolod has picked DJ up - he's going for a ride! Bacolod dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DJ looks like he's trying to stand up.
DJ might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1##ES#
DJ kicks off Bacolod and gets to his feet.
DJ fails to land with a series of punches.
Bacolod shoots in for a takedown but DJ shows good takedown defense.
Deontay DJ has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jingky Bacolod.
Bacolod doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bacolod takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
DJ wants to clinch.
DJ throws a body kick that misses.
Bacolod fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
DJ instigates a clinch.
Bacolod is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T2#
Bacolod is looking to break free of the clinch but DJ has double underhooks. #BC2#
Bacolod breaks from the clinch.
DJ lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bacolod shoots for a takedown but DJ saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
DJ rushes Bacolod and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
DJ escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bacolod looks for a takedown but DJ sprawls well.
DJ's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and DJ duly obliges.
DJ ducks under a wild hook from Bacolod.
DJ shoots for a double leg takedown but Bacolod sprawls well. He's pushed DJ's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bacolod drops down looking to force a counter takedown but DJ defends it well.
Bacolod avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T3#
Bacolod on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by DJ. DJ obviously looking to wear him down.
DJ throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bacolod is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
DJ lands a head kick!
DJ tries to clinch but Bacolod moves out of range.
DJ throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bacolod.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bacolod or perhaps it was just good defense by DJ, which made it look bad.
Bacolod tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but DJ defends well and Bacolod ends up having to push DJ into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
DJ digs a good hook to Bacolod's body.
DJ's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and DJ duly obliges.
DJ batters Bacolod with a massive right followed by a huge left! Bacolod is out on his feet looking like a zombie as DJ lands a final crushing right hand to drop Bacolod to the mat with a gruesome thud! DJ is running around like a mad man after that fight and for good reason!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Deontay DJ!
An out of breath Deontay DJ thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC 114 Washington v Babinski
Date: Dec 18, 2021

#R1#
Slugger ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DJ moves away.
Slugger's corner calls for a 1-2. Slugger obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Slugger throws a body shot but no joy.
Slugger scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Slugger throws a shot from downtown. DJ moves away and avoids it.
DJ connects with a solid leg kick.
DJ lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
DJ has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Slugger connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
DJ misses with a series of wild punches. #CL2#
Slugger tries to keep at a distance but DJ has taken the fight into the clinch.
DJ doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Slugger has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#BC#
Slugger's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A leg kick checked by Slugger.#T1#
Slugger tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and DJ is able to avoid easily.
DJ throws a jab when Slugger was well out of range.
DJ works over Slugger's head and body with a nice combination.
Slugger scores with a shot to the body.
Slugger circles away from the clinch attempt
and Slugger counters with a good low kick that DJ was not able to check.
DJ takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
DJ lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
DJ pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Slugger looks to throw the jab but DJ is out of range.
Slugger looks to land a combination but DJ avoids it well.
DJ throws a counter combo.
DJ looks to land a combination but Slugger avoids it well.
DJ lands a nice hook to Slugger's body. Slugger takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
DJ lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Slugger circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DJ tries to bum rush Slugger with a series of wild strikes but Slugger uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Slugger lands a nice looking body shot.
DJ misses with a wild combination.
DJ lands a really nice looking cross but Slugger seems unphased.
DJ takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
DJ lands with a nice body kick.
Slugger lands with a kick to the temple. DJ shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Slugger. DJ shrugs it off though.
DJ shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
DJ misses with a series of wild punches.
Slugger moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Slugger cracks DJ on the jaw with a powerful right hand and DJ falls backwards against the cage. Slugger follows up with more strikes that drop DJ to his knees. Slugger keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save DJ! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lou Slugger!
After the fight, Lou Slugger was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: HFC 110 - Babinski vs Slugger
Date: Nov 20, 2021

#R1#
Bartasz looks to land a left hand but DJ moved out of range nicely.
Bartasz throws a big shot that misses.
DJ scores with a head kick. Bartasz tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT#It looks like Lehel Bartasz has been cut.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DJ misses with a wild body shot.
DJ throws a half hearted mid kick.
DJ misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bartasz takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bartasz cracks a nice hook into DJ's ribs.
Bartasz lands with an uppercut that bounces DJ off the cage and back into range.
DJ misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bartasz takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
DJ misses with a jab, cross combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Bartasz misses.
DJ seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A low kick from DJ is predictable there
and Bartasz counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T1##TD2#
Bartasz lands a nice trip takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Bartasz is looking for a kimura here.
Bartasz stops DJ from getting back to his feet.
DJ is trying to get back to full guard.
DJ is trying to stand back up but Bartasz is controlling him #SUB2#
Bartasz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but DJ sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Bartasz is working for a kimura but DJ is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Bartasz has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can DJ defend it? Bartasz steps over the head and cranks it - DJ is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Bartasz!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Lehel Bartasz!
Lehel Bartasz decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: HFC 103 - Tonissar vs Andrade
Date: Oct 10, 2021

#R1#
DJ blocks a leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from DJ.
Shavers tries to clinch but DJ moves out of range.
Shavers moves forwards but DJ connects with a nice, crisp jab.#KD#
DJ lands a big head kick that sends Shavers tumbling to the mat! DJ takes a step backwards and waves Shavers back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Shavers is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Earnie Shavers has been cut.
A low kick lands for DJ.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slow jab from DJ misses its intended target.
DJ misses with a hook.
DJ fails to land with a series of punches.
DJ throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and Shavers counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Shavers is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC#
DJ breaks the clinch.
DJ misses with a two punch combination. #T1#
DJ throws a head kick that misses
and Shavers cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
DJ breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
DJ throws a right hand that Shavers ducks under and follows up with a left that Shavers also avoids with ease.
Shavers is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Shavers. That's going to slow DJ down.
DJ misses with the combination.
Shavers on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by DJ. DJ obviously looking to wear him down.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DJ throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
DJ misses the shot to the body.
DJ misses with a wild combination. #T2#
DJ lands a jab-cross combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Shavers fails with the takedown
and DJ counters with a left and a right that stings Shavers.
Shavers looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
DJ connects with a high kick.
DJ throws a half hearted mid kick.
Shavers swings widly with a right hand
and DJ connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Shavers lands with a shot to the body.
A big right from DJ misses.
Shavers takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
DJ listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T3#
Shavers tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. DJ manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
DJ misses with a two punch combination.
Shavers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Shavers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DJ moves in looking to clinch but Shavers pushes him off.
DJ with a poor takedown
and Shavers counters with a thumping low kick.
DJ on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
DJ rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Shavers moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Shavers misses.
Shavers blocks a head kick by DJ.
DJ looks to land a combination but Shavers avoids it well.
Shavers feints a counter leg kick.
Shavers lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
DJ tries to clinch up.
Shavers doesn't manage to clinch there - DJ circles away. #T4#
DJ throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Shavers counters by moving into the clinch.
I was talking to DJ's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Shavers throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Shavers goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
DJ looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
DJ's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Shavers moves out of range easily.
Shavers tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
DJ gets tackled into the cage by Shavers. Shavers maintains the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
DJ breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
DJ throws a series of punches but Shavers avoids them all with ease.
Shavers doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A head kick misses from DJ.
Shavers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Shavers wants to clinch up but DJ keeps it at a distance.
DJ lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Shavers at a distance.
DJ throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Shavers! But no joy.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Earnie Shavers's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Shavers checks the leg kick.
The fighters circling - Shavers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
DJ takes a swing at Shavers's ribcage but misses.
DJ backing away here, and Shavers unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#KD#
Oooooh!!! DJ has knocked Shavers down with a huge combo! DJ steps away and waves a wobbly Shavers back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Deontay DJ is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
DJ misses with the combination.
DJ wants to slow Shavers down by chopping away at his legs.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Shavers moves out of range easily.
Some wild striking there from Shavers.
Shavers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DJ was well out of range. Poor timing from Shavers.
Nice uppercut lands for Shavers. That snapped DJ's head back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
DJ drives through and clinches with Shavers against the cage. #T1#
DJ tries to circle away but Shavers has him pinned against the cage.
Shavers's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Shavers swings away with an uppercut that misses.
DJ blocks a body shot from Shavers.
Shavers blocks a body shot from DJ.
DJ has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Shavers pushes DJ back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
DJ breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
DJ misses with an attempted mid kick.
Shavers takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Crack! A monster head kick from DJ and Shavers falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by DJ!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Deontay DJ!
After winning the bout, Deontay DJ thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: HFC 96 - Babinski vs Lindholm
Date: Sep 11, 2021

#R1#
Slugger slips a jab and a cross from DJ.
Slugger now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
DJ has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) in the buildup to the fight.
DJ throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
DJ thuds his right hand into Slugger's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Slugger misses with an uppercut. DJ saw that one coming.
And DJ counters with a quick kick to the body but Slugger blocks it.
DJ moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
DJ throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
DJ has closed the distance and engaged Slugger in a clinch.
Slugger throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A body shot lands from Slugger.
DJ prevents a body shot from Slugger.
Slugger lands a body punch in the clinch.
DJ has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Slugger is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Slugger tried to land a shot to the body but connects with DJ's elbow. #BC2#
Slugger breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Slugger blocks a head kick by DJ.
DJ ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
That kick from Slugger tenderised DJ's leg. DJ is trying to keep his angry face on.
DJ throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Slugger to counter with a crisp jab.
Slugger digs a good body shot into DJ's ribs.
Slugger lands with a nice body kick.
DJ is breathing heavily.#KD2#
Slugger drops DJ with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but DJ looks back up at him and smiles so Slugger waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #CUT2#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Slugger punishes DJ's body with a nice straight punch.
Slugger is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches DJ flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! DJ is out cold! Slugger holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lou Slugger!
Lou Slugger decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: HFC 88 - Pisswater vs Ford
Date: Aug 01, 2021

#R1#
DJ ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
DJ misses with a kick to the body.
DJ fails to land with a series of punches.
Bosnic with the counter takedown but DJ avoids it easily.
Bosnic dodges the punch combination from DJ.
DJ throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Bosnic decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in DJ's guard.
DJ is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bosnic is controlling him. #ES#
DJ pushes Bosnic off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
DJ has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) in the buildup to the fight.
DJ misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Bosnic decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in DJ's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DJ wants to stand but Bosnic is controlling the position. #T1#
Bosnic looking to pass the guard.
Bosnic's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bosnic wants to pass the guard but DJ is keeping the position.
Bosnic won't allow DJ to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
DJ scores with a three punch combo! #TD2#
Bosnic feints and as DJ raises his hands in defense, Bosnic changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bosnic controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bosnic trying to control but DJ is working from the bottom. #T2#
DJ is adopting a defensive guard.
Bosnic wants to control from the top but DJ keeps moving.
Bosnic won't allow DJ to get back to his feet.
Bosnic trying to control but DJ is working from the bottom. #T3#
Bosnic looking to sit in guard and control but DJ gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
DJ would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Bosnic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
DJ trying to stand up but can't free himself from Bosnic's guard.
Bosnic looking for a sweep. Not yet Bosnic, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DJ has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Bosnic is proving hard to escape from. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SU#
DJ decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Bosnic, up you get!
Bosnic tries to score a power double leg takedown but DJ sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bosnic somewhat.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DJ fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bosnic with the counter takedown but DJ avoids it easily.
DJ delivers a nice body kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DJ bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
No joy there for DJ, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
DJ lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL#
DJ clinches. #TD2#
Bosnic turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
DJ tries to escape but Bosnic is in control. #SUB2#
Bosnic tries for a kimura but DJ is defending well.
DJ is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#ES#
DJ explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
DJ connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CL#
DJ rushes Bosnic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
DJ is leaning against Bosnic and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T1#
Bosnic letting DJ take a breather here.#BC#
DJ pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bosnic has his takedown stuffed
and DJ counters with a nice uppercut.
Bosnic shoots in for a takedown but DJ shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bosnic takes a kick to the side of the head.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting DJ here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Bosnic fails with a takedown attempt.
Deontay DJ has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Admir Bosnic.#T2#
Bosnic fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but DJ avoids it really well and circles away.
Bosnic's coach down at Westside Martial Arts was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bosnic's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
DJ lands with an uppercut that bounces Bosnic off the cage and back into range.#KD#
DJ lands a left and a right that send Bosnic crashing to the mat, dazed. DJ thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
DJ misses with a head kick.
Bosnic changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bosnic changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3#
Bosnic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
DJ looks to land a combination but Bosnic avoids it well.
Bosnic tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#KD#
DJ drops Bosnic with a beautiful combination! Bosnic stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - DJ is looking for the KO!#CUT#It looks like Admir Bosnic has been cut.
DJ connects with a solid leg kick.
DJ feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Bosnic collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Deontay DJ!
After winning the bout, Deontay DJ thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: BBFC 14: Connor Vs. Merel
Date: May 08, 2021

#R1#
Gascoigne lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Gascoigne on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Gascoigne avoids the body shot from DJ.
DJ misses with a jab to the body
and Gascoigne counters with a left to the body.
Gascoigne tries to clinch but DJ moves out of range.
DJ is looking for a counter combo.
DJ has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) in the buildup to the fight.
DJ throws a push kick but Gascoigne slaps the foot to one side.
Gascoigne looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DJ throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
No joy there for DJ, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
DJ with a nice cross.
DJ tries to close the distance and clinch up but Gascoigne swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Gascoigne throws a series of punches but DJ moves out of range. #CL2#
Gascoigne clinches with his opponent.
DJ controlling the action here for a moment.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as DJ takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T1#
Gascoigne tries to work over DJ's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gascoigne tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. DJ just stands there and leans against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gascoigne.
Gascoigne lands with a light punch inside.
Gascoigne tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DJ swings wildly with an uppercut but Gascoigne uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gascoigne lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Gascoigne jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DJ walks away with a smile on his face. Gascoigne gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
DJ tries to score with a low kick but Gascoigne moves his leg out of the way.#CL2#
Gascoigne gets a clinch.
Gascoigne can't find room to land a body shot as DJ controls the action. #BC#
DJ breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Gascoigne moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
DJ throws a combination that misses
and Gascoigne counters with a low kick, right behind DJ 's knee.
DJ throws a shot from downtown. Gascoigne moves away and avoids it.
Gascoigne was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T2#
Gascoigne scores with a kick to the midsection.
Gascoigne misses with a two punch combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#KD2#
Gascoigne lands a big head kick that sends DJ tumbling to the mat! Gascoigne takes a step backwards and waves DJ back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Gascoigne moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Gascoigne clinches with his opponent. #BC#
DJ pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
BOOM! Gascoigne lands a beautiful left hook that drops DJ. DJ tries to recover but Gascoigne is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and DJ lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paul Gascoigne!
A very excited looking Paul Gascoigne rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: BBFC FIGHT NIGHT 9
Date: Apr 02, 2021

#R1#
DJ throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Balkan counter with a right hand. #TD2#
DJ decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Balkan is looking to get back to full guard here but DJ has managed to pass to side control instead.#SU2#
DJ decides to stand up, so the ref orders Balkan to his feet.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Balkan moves out of range easily.
DJ works Balkan's body with a nice hook.
Balkan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jab, jab by DJ - just one landing.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
DJ throws a chopping leg kick but Balkan manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T1#
DJ misses with a wild combination.
Balkan attempts a counter takedown but DJ avoids it well and moves away.
DJ misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Balkan counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Balkan stops DJ from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Balkan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but DJ sees it coming and defends easily.
Balkan wants to pass to mount but DJ is defending the position. #SUB#
Balkan is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so DJ is just riding it out for now. Balkan eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
DJ tries to kick Balkan off but Balkan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Balkan seems to be working for a kimura but DJ defends the submission attempt.
DJ is trying to stand back up but Balkan is controlling him #T3#
Balkan is trying to control. DJ wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
DJ throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Balkan attempts a counter takedown but DJ avoids it well and moves away.
DJ tries a head kick but it misses.
Balkan looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
DJ throws a lazy uppercut
and Balkan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
DJ throws a leg kick but Balkan sees it coming and moves out of range.
Balkan lands a nice shot that snaps DJ's head back. #CUT#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
Balkan drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks DJ right on the button. DJ goes down! Balkan follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Balkan gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boris Balkan!
An out of breath Boris Balkan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: BBFC 5: Butcher Vs. Izmaylov 2
Date: Mar 06, 2021

#R1#
Cauchy misses with a low kick as DJ jumps back.
Cauchy moves out of range of the body kick from DJ.
DJ just misses with a punch to the body.
Cauchy really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
DJ misses with a hook
and Cauchy counters with a straight right hand.#TD#
Cauchy scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Cauchy is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB#
Cauchy moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, DJ has worked his arm free - good work by DJ! #SUB#
Cauchy tries for a kimura but DJ is defending well. #SUB#
Cauchy is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, DJ has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Cauchy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
DJ gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
DJ is looking to control Cauchy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can DJ avoid being mounted?
DJ wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Cauchy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
DJ is trying to stand.
Cauchy trying to pass the guard but DJ defending well. #SUB#
DJ is defending against the submission attempts here by Cauchy. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Cauchy stops DJ from getting back to his feet.
Cauchy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Cauchy wants to control but DJ is keeping him busy.
DJ is looking to escape.
Cauchy wants to pass the guard but DJ is defending well.
DJ is not content to let Cauchy control the position.
DJ is looking to escape.
Cauchy is pressing down on DJ's thigh, looking to free his foot. DJ is holding on for now.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Cauchy works his foot free and advances to mount.
Cauchy seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but DJ is holding on tight. #T3#
DJ is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Cauchy looking to secure an arm triangle but DJ defends it well. #SUB#
Cauchy goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now DJ is on top in guard. #SUB#
Cauchy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. DJ doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. DJ manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
DJ stopping the sweep attempt from Cauchy.
Cauchy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
DJ tries to free his leg and advance position but Cauchy is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Cauchy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead DJ passes into half guard. #T4#
Cauchy wants to improve his position but DJ is controlling well.
DJ seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
DJ wants to take a breather but Cauchy is having none of it.
DJ prevents Cauchy from improving his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cauchy wants to get back to full guard but DJ has passed into side control.
Cauchy manages to work his way to half guard, despite DJ's best efforts.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Augustin Cauchy dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Cauchy throws a hook but DJ blocks it.
Cauchy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Cauchy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Cauchy. That's going to slow DJ down.
Deontay DJ is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
DJ circles away from the clinch attempt.
DJ tries to clinch but Cauchy is having none of it.
A looping hook to the body misses from DJ. Cauchy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cauchy misses with a looping left.
DJ throws a big counter head kick but Cauchy avoids it with no problem.
DJ pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cauchy.
DJ throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cauchy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Cauchy lands a leg kick that knocks DJ off balance momentarily.#T1#
DJ on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
DJ throws a nice head kick! #CUT2#It looks like Augustin Cauchy has been cut.
DJ moves forwards but Cauchy connects with a nice, crisp jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by DJ.
DJ checks a low kick from Cauchy.
DJ looks to throw a body kick
and Cauchy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cauchy throws a big shot that misses.
DJ moves into range and connects with a jab.
DJ tries to move into range but Cauchy moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Augustin Cauchy is winning the standup battle so far.
Cauchy walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. DJ checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
DJ pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Cauchy back to the cage. DJ follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DJ tries to clinch but Cauchy moves out of range.
Cauchy fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and DJ has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
A big right from Cauchy misses.
DJ is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
DJ throws a right and a left that Cauchy avoids nicely.
Left hook, right uppercut from DJ.
DJ misses with a few strikes there.
DJ lands a right hook to the body.
Cauchy lands an overhand right.
DJ is looking to clinch.
Cauchy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
DJ pulls out of a head kick attempt.
DJ throws a head kick but Cauchy moves out of range.
DJ stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Cauchy.
DJ misses with a series of wild punches. #T3#
DJ looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
DJ looks for the body kick but Cauchy saw that one coming.
Augustin Cauchy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cauchy avoids the head kick by DJ.
DJ throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Cauchy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Cauchy lands with a right hand.
DJ has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Cauchy finds it's way round the side to connect with DJ's head.
A jab from DJ misses. #TD#
Cauchy drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Cauchy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. DJ swivels though and keeps the full guard.
DJ 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.
DJ is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Cauchy is controlling him. #T4#
Cauchy looking to pass the guard.
Cauchy will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Cauchy passes DJ's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
DJ is trying to stand back up but Cauchy is controlling him
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cauchy trying to mount his opponent but DJ defends it. #SUB#
Cauchy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and DJ defends it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Cauchy is working for a submission of some sort.
DJ tries to kick Cauchy off but Cauchy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Augustin Cauchy will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Augustin Cauchy's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Cauchy blocks a head kick by DJ.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Cauchy moves out of range easily.
DJ throws a nice head kick!
DJ slips a straight right by Cauchy.
DJ fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
DJ tries a head kick but it misses.
DJ throws a lazy head kick
and Cauchy counters with a thumping low kick.
DJ checks a leg kick.
DJ now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
DJ throws a body punch but Cauchy moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cauchy walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. DJ checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Cauchy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DJ.
A little feinted left hand from Cauchy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DJ on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Cauchy connects with a good right hand that stumbles DJ. DJ circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
Cauchy fakes a jab and throws a low kick but DJ checks it well. #CL#
Cauchy moves into the clinch successfully.
Cauchy scores with a hook to the body.
DJ can't break the clinch.
Cauchy misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Cauchy fails to land.
Cauchy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables DJ to keep the fight standing.
Cauchy wants a takedown but no success here.
Cauchy jumps guard but DJ stands there with Cauchy around his waist. Cauchy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Augustin Cauchy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cauchy lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #TD#
Cauchy tightens his grip and picks DJ up, before dumping him to the ground. DJ manages to land in guard.
Cauchy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DJ is keeping the position for now.
DJ is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Cauchy is controlling him. #T2#
Cauchy looking to pass the guard.
Cauchy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Cauchy throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing DJ to regain full guard.
Cauchy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Cauchy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but DJ manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Cauchy has DJ in his guard.#REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cauchy has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but DJ has passed into side control.
DJ wants to stand but Cauchy has his arm trapped. #T3#
Cauchy tries to improve position but can't.
DJ wants to stand but Cauchy is controlling his arm.
Cauchy tries to buck DJ off but DJ is having none of it.
Cauchy is working hard here to advance position.
DJ trying to control the action but Cauchy is working from the bottom.
Cauchy is looking to reverse the position.
Cauchy is trying to work for a sweep but DJ has mounted him!#T4##SU2#
DJ is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Cauchy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Cauchy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Cauchy is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Cauchy explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
DJ defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cauchy.
Augustin Cauchy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
DJ takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Cauchy blocks a head kick by DJ.
DJ lands a jab to the head.
DJ looks to land a combination but Cauchy avoids it well.
Cauchy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from DJ.
DJ throws a left and a right that both miss
and Cauchy counters with an outside leg kick.
Deontay DJ has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DJ cracks Cauchy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Deontay DJ.
I think Cauchy 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 Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 29:29
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 29:28

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: Checkmate Championship 20
Date: Jan 30, 2021

#R1#
Republic avoids the head kick by DJ.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
DJ has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Desert Fitness & Training -13 Elites/1 Sensational in the buildup to the fight.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DJ.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
DJ throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
DJ changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Republic tries to avoid it but DJ manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Republic to the ground. Republic escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
DJ changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from DJ misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from DJ. #T1#
DJ falls off balance throwing a combination
and DJ takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
DJ throws a series of punches but Republic moves out of range.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
DJ misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
DJ swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
DJ sets himself, and Republic steps forward looking for the clinch! DJ avoids it this time.
DJ throws a left and a right that both miss
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
DJ misses with a left hand
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
DJ throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
DJ lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Republic circles away quickly and effectively.
Republic scores with a jab. DJ acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Republic connects with a body shot that sends DJ's belly button to the back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DJ attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
DJ tries to land a front kick but Republic steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Republic unleashes a big counter combination but DJ bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Republic blocks a low kick nicely.
Republic throws out a counter right but DJ avoids it with no problem.
Some wild striking there from DJ.
Republic moves out of range of the body kick from DJ.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic keeps the fight on the outside.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
DJ lands a slapping body shot.
DJ fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
DJ forces Republic back against the cage and clinches.
Republic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
DJ is trying to break free.#BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Republic keeps the fight on the outside.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Republic blocks a head kick by DJ.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
DJ throws a hook but Republic blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
DJ throws a combination that misses
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Republic avoids the head kick by DJ.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Republic avoids the head kick by DJ.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good work by Republic as he checks the leg kick.
DJ misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DJ misses with a looping right.#T1#
DJ walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
DJ misses with a series of wild punches.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
DJ tries to clinch but Republic is having none of it.
DJ misses with an attempted mid kick.
DJ fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Republic ducks right into an uppercut from DJ. #T2#
DJ misses with a body shot.
Republic connects with a body shot.
DJ misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
DJ throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
DJ throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
A head kick misses from DJ.
Republic catches DJ with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Republic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
DJ is looking to clinch.
Republic avoids the body shot from DJ.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from DJ.#T4#
DJ falls off balance throwing a combination
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
DJ throws a right and a left that Republic avoids nicely.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A good leg kick by DJ.
Deontay DJ is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
DJ throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
DJ throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
DJ moves into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
DJ fails in his attempt to clinch.
DJ misses with a jab, cross combination.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from DJ with a body shot.
DJ on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Deontay DJ is winning the standup battle so far.
DJ throws a lazy head kick
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
DJ misses with a head kick.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Republic circles away quickly and effectively.
DJ swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Republic connects with a body shot that sends DJ's belly button to the back.#T1#
DJ scores with a one two! Republic had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
DJ pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DJ moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
DJ is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice defenses there by Republic.
DJ throws a nice looking combination but Republic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Republic throws out a counter right but DJ avoids it with no problem.
DJ throws a lazy head kick
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
DJ jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Republic keeps the fight on the outside.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from DJ with a body shot.
Republic avoids the body shot from DJ.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from DJ with a body shot.
DJ throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Republic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping DJ at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DJ tries to bum rush Republic with a series of wild strikes but Republic uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Republic circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
DJ looks for the body kick but Republic saw that one coming.
DJ throws a head kick that half lands.
DJ takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
DJ throws a head kick that Republic semi-blocks. #CL2#
Republic forces DJ back against the cage and clinches.#T4##BC#
DJ breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
DJ feints a jab promting Republic to slip. DJ then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Republic slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Deontay DJ is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.#CL#
DJ has managed to clinch.
Republic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

And that's the end of the fight!
Deontay DJ showed his dominance in that final round.
Well DJ 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Checkmate Championship 18
Date: Jan 09, 2021

#R1#
DJ scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT#It looks like Drax Bautista has been cut.
DJ takes a jab right on the kisser.
Drax Bautista seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bautista falls off balance throwing a combination
and DJ counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bautista throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
DJ throwing a counter right hand but Bautista manages to avoid it.
DJ shoots in and drives through. Bautista sprawls well.
Bautista lands a really nice looking cross but DJ seems unphased.
A jab from DJ misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Bautista. That snapped DJ's head back. #CUT2#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
Bautista drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DJ takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bautista does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
DJ appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bautista motions for DJ to come forward. Bautista throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
DJ moves in looking to clinch but Bautista pushes him off.
Bautista looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
DJ swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T1#
DJ tries to bum rush Bautista with a series of wild strikes but Bautista uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bautista falls off balance throwing a combination
and DJ counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
DJ on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bautista loads up on a big right hand but DJ slips the punch.
A quick step to the side and DJ tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bautista is looking to score with low kicks.
Bautista connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#ROC2#DJ is rocked!
Bautista fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks DJ square on the jaw! Damn, DJ is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Drax Bautista!
A very excited looking Drax Bautista rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: Checkmate Championship 16
Date: Dec 19, 2020

#R1#
DJ scores with a hook to the body. Shavers takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nice uppercut there from Shavers.
DJ looks to land a combination but Shavers avoids it well.
Shavers throws a hook but DJ blocks it.
Shavers walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. DJ checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
DJ definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Shavers scores with a nice strike.
DJ moves out of range as Shavers throws a body kick.
Shavers slips a jab and a cross from DJ.
A solid body kick from DJ.
Earnie Shavers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DJ cracks Shavers with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL#
DJ closes the distance and pushes Shavers back into the cage.#BC#
DJ breaks from the clinch.
A punch combination from DJ misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shavers scores with a one two! DJ had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
DJ misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nice body punch from Shavers. #T1#
Shavers lands with a right hand.
Shavers takes a head kick and keeps coming.
DJ fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shavers manages to avoid it.
Shavers ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Shavers looks to clinch
and DJ counters with a lovely shot to the body.
DJ fails in his attempt to clinch. #KD#
DJ drops Shavers with a beautiful combination! Shavers stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - DJ is looking for the KO!#ROC#Shavers is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Shavers missing with a left hand there. DJ was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shavers is still on wobbly legs! Can DJ finish him?
DJ uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Shavers.
Shavers seems to have recovered his senses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Shavers looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Shavers looks to throw the jab but DJ is out of range.
DJ with a nice cross.
DJ misses with an uppercut. Shavers saw that one coming.#T2#
A good leg kick by DJ. #KD#
DJ lands a left and a right that send Shavers crashing to the mat, dazed. DJ thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Shavers misses with a double jab.
DJ walks into a jab.
Shavers tries to clinch there but DJ circles away.
It looked like DJ was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Shavers walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! DJ swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Deontay DJ!
A relieved looking Deontay DJ thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Checkmate Contenders 8
Date: Nov 25, 2020

#R1#
Bacolod shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts DJ as he jumps to the side. #CL#
Bacolod clinches.
DJ lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've been informed that DJ has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
DJ wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bacolod blocking some punches.
Bacolod prevents DJ from breaking the clinch.
Bacolod tries to pull guard but DJ holds him up against the cage and eventually Bacolod drops back down to his feet.
DJ effectively controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ is trying to break the clinch but Bacolod has him pressed against the cage.
Bacolod is working for takedown but DJ is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jingky Bacolod. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bacolod has DJ pressed against the cage, preventing DJ from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T1#
DJ is trying to break the clinch but Bacolod has him pressed against the cage. #BC2#
DJ escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
DJ fails to land with a series of punches.
DJ looks to land a body kick but Bacolod moved away.
Bacolod checks a leg kick.
Bacolod shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with DJ but DJ pushes him off and we're back to square one.
As Bacolod backs off DJ throws a huge counter combo but Bacolod manages to avoid it all.
Bacolod tries to clinch up.
Bacolod connects with a leg kick.
DJ feints and then cracks Bacolod's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bacolod down.
Bacolod shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as DJ sprawls well. DJ wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bacolod gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Bacolod takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT2#It looks like Jingky Bacolod has been cut.#CL#
Bacolod closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bacolod misses with a knee to the head. #BC#
Bacolod manages to break the clinch.
DJ lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#KD2#
DJ lands a big head kick that sends Bacolod tumbling to the mat! DJ takes a step backwards and waves Bacolod back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good leg kick by DJ.
The fighters circling - Bacolod throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
DJ unleashes a big counter combination but Bacolod bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
DJ keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bacolod shoots in but no luck this time. #T3#
DJ rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bacolod moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
DJ pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL#
Bacolod moves into range and clinches up with DJ.
DJ is trying to push Bacolod away but Bacolod has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bacolod tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. DJ smiles and moves away.
Bacolod takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
DJ looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bacolod blocks a head kick by DJ.
DJ misses with the combination. #T4#
Bacolod closes this distance looking for a takedown but DJ circles away.#CL#
Bacolod clinches.
Bacolod blocking some punches.
DJ gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bacolod.
DJ is trying to break the clinch but Bacolod has him pressed against the cage.
Bacolod jumps guard but DJ stands there with Bacolod around his waist. Bacolod gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
DJ tries to stall but Bacolod uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bacolod tries a body shot but DJ blocks it.
Our sources have told us that Bacolod has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Bacolod being controlled against the cage.#BC#
Bacolod breaks from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jingky Bacolod's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL2#
DJ fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bacolod, pushing him back against the cage.
Bacolod drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
DJ is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Bacolod takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
DJ prevents a body shot from Bacolod. #BC2#
DJ manages to break the clinch.
Bacolod shoots in for a double leg but DJ sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ misses with a body punch #CL#
and Bacolod counters by clinching up.
DJ misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DJ goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bacolod tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. DJ just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jingky Bacolod. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
DJ breaks the clinch. #T1#
A low kick from DJ misses #TD#
and Bacolod counters with a single leg into guard. DJ didn't expect that.
Bacolod controls from within his opponent's guard.
DJ wants to get back to his feet but Bacolod is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
DJ keeping moving, preventing Bacolod from controlling successfully. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. DJ manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
DJ stalling against the cage.
Bacolod unloads a knee to the mid-section. DJ lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #T2#
DJ looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bacolod tries to score a body lock takedown but DJ shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A frustrated look appears on DJ's face as he tries to break the clinch.
DJ tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bacolod is trying to pull guard but DJ turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Bacolod holding his opponent close, against the cage. #TD#
Bacolod pulls guard successfully.
DJ passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bacolod is trying to escape the position but DJ is controlling the position.
Bacolod on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bacolod tries to get out of the position.
Bacolod tries to improve position but can't. #SU2#
DJ decides to stand back up. #T3#
DJ pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bacolod back to the cage. DJ follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Bacolod tries for a takedown but DJ circles away easily
and DJ counters with a left to the body.
DJ misses with an uppercut. Bacolod saw that one coming.#CL2#
DJ moves into the clinch.
Bacolod is trying to drag DJ to the mat but DJ just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
Bacolod breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A clash of legs there as Bacolod blocks the low kick.#CL2#
DJ has managed to clinch. #TD#
Bacolod jumps guard and drags DJ to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T4#
Bacolod trying to keep a closed guard but DJ is proving a slippery customer.
DJ would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Bacolod looking to control.
DJ would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jingky Bacolod's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
DJ misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bacolod connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bacolod shoots in for a takedown but DJ shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bacolod moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromDJ.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DJ.
A quick step to the side and Bacolod tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice cross by Bacolod.#CUT#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
DJ throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bacolod misses with a takedown attempt
and DJ counters with a straight right hand.
Bacolod looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jingky Bacolod. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Bacolod crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from DJ - the referee stops the clock and Bacolod gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says DJ. Bacolod manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
No joy there for DJ, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bacolod takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T1#
DJ feints a jab promting Bacolod to slip. DJ then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bacolod slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Bacolod feints and then cracks DJ's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow DJ down.
DJ ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
DJ's corner calls for a 1-2. DJ obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
DJ fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bacolod takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
DJ wants to clinch up but Bacolod keeps it at a distance.
DJ scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bacolod doesn't seem bothered though.
DJ tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bacolod swats him away and circles back towards the center.
DJ throws a head kick but Bacolod moves out of range.
Bacolod is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from DJ.
Bacolod uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DJ.#T2#
DJ with a nice cross.
This has been an exciting period of action!
DJ wants to clinch up but Bacolod keeps it at a distance.
DJ moves in looking to clinch but Bacolod pushes him off.
Bacolod seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bacolod takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
DJ misses with a wild combination.
DJ misses with a combination
and Bacolod counters with a body kick.
DJ wants to land a leg kick but Bacolod is out of range.
Bacolod tried to counter with a leg kick but DJ avoided it.#CL2#
DJ clinches.
DJ wants to break free but Bacolod has control. #T3#
Bacolod fails to pull guard.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
DJ lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bacolod.
Deontay DJ seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bacolod jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DJ walks away with a smile on his face. Bacolod gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
DJ tries to clinch there but Bacolod circles away.
Bacolod looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
DJ swinging wildly here.
DJ's corner calls for a 1-2. DJ obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
DJ is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
DJ misses with a wild combination.
DJ misses with a head kick.
Bacolod tries to clinch up but DJ circles away and keeps his distance.
Deontay DJ is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Nice sprawl there from DJ as Bacolod shoots in.
DJ throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bacolod counters with a two punch combo.
DJ throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bacolod on the side of the head.
Bacolod gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and DJ counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bacolod takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jingky Bacolod has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DJ lands a jab to Bacolod's midsection.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Deontay DJ!

Event: Checkmate Contenders 7
Date: Nov 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
DJ misses with a few strikes there.
Bosnic stuffs the takedown attempt from DJ. DJ gets slowly back to his feet.
Bosnic feints the counter takedown.
DJ stuffs the takedown attempt from Bosnic. Bosnic gets slowly back to his feet.
DJ ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
DJ scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ scores with a kick to the midsection.
DJ lands an overhand right.
Bosnic drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1#
DJ misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
DJ scores with a head kick. Bosnic tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
DJ lands a jab to the head.
Bosnic blocks a head kick by DJ.
DJ scores with a jab. Bosnic acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #KD#
Oooooh!!! DJ has knocked Bosnic down with a huge combo! DJ steps away and waves a wobbly Bosnic back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
DJ throws a powerful right kick. Bosnic tried to block low but the kick was high! Bosnic was taken right off of his feet! DJ jumps in to finish the job and the ref tackles him! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Deontay DJ!
A victorious Deontay DJ thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Checkmate Fight Night 12
Date: Oct 07, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
DJ misses with a few strikes there.
DJ is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
DJ has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Desert Fitness & Training -13 Elites/1 Sensational in the buildup to the fight.
DJ displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MiG throws out the jab.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and MiG moves out of range easily.
DJ misses with a hook to the body #KD2#
and MiG counters with a crisp right hand that drops DJ! MiG lets DJ back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#CUT2#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
DJ throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #CL#
DJ rushes MiG and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MiG prevents a body shot from DJ.
MiG has DJ pushed against the cage.
MiG lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
DJ working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
DJ breaks the clinch.
DJ fails in his attempt to clinch.
DJ staying out of range there.
DJ appears to be looking for a big counter.#T1#
MiG ducks down and throws a hook to the body but DJ moves away.
DJ looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
DJ swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and MiG counters with a big left hand that crumples DJ! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sergei MiG!
An out of breath Sergei MiG thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Checkmate Championship 10
Date: Sep 26, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shavers swings widly with a right hand
and DJ counters with an inside leg kick.
Shavers moves in looking to clinch but DJ pushes him off.
DJ wants to counter with a clinch but Shavers pushes him away.
DJ cracks Shavers with an open hand slap.
DJ wants to clinch up but Shavers keeps it at a distance.
Shavers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract DJ.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DJ.
As DJ tries to get set, Shavers tries to push him back and clinch up but DJ manages to avoid the attempt.
A swing and a miss from Shavers.
DJ throws a counter combo.
Shavers seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
DJ circles away from the clinch attempt#KD2#
and DJ counters with a crisp one two that drops Shavers! DJ thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Shavers to his feet! Shavers is in big trouble!#ROC2#Shavers is rocked!
Earnie Shavers seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Shavers takes the fight into the clinch.
Shavers wants to get back to striking at distance but DJ won't allow it.
We've been informed that DJ has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
DJ throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Shaverss head.
DJ lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Shavers or not.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DJ slows down the pace here.
DJ effectively controlling the action here.#T1##BC2#
DJ escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Look low, kick high! DJ uses the oldest trick in the book to send Shavers tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! DJ is absolutely delighted - when Shavers wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Deontay DJ!
Our winner, Deontay DJ, 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 Knight Battle RD#2
Date: Aug 29, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
DJ is looking to clinch but Bautista is avoiding it.
Bautista throwing a counter right hand but DJ manages to avoid it.
DJ tries to clinch there but Bautista circles away.
Bautista connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between DJ's hands.
Bautista on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
DJ just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice cross by Bautista.#CUT#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
DJ tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bautista manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
DJ uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bautista.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bautista throws a lazy uppercut
enabling DJ to counter with a crisp jab.
DJ lands a jab to Bautista's midsection.
Bautista throws a jab but it's blocked by DJ. #T1#
DJ takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
DJ lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
DJ misses with a jab, cross combination.
DJ throws a head kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Bautista on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
DJ throws a wild body kick that Bautista sees coming a mile off.
A quick step to the side and Bautista tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
DJ connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bautista. Bautista circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DJ is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Bautista doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! DJ crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in DJ's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Drax Bautista!
After the fight, Drax Bautista was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Checkmate Championship 6
Date: Aug 08, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
DJ throws an overhand right that lands on Unknown's shoulder, as Unknown tries to avoid the shot.
Unknown tries to clinch but DJ is having none of it.
DJ motions for Unknown to come forward. DJ throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Unknown fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with DJ, pushing him back against the cage.
Unknown misses with a knee strike.
Unknown stalls.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Unknown has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
DJ stalling.
Unknown throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but DJ blocks it with crossed arms.
Unknown misses with a hook from the clinch.
Unknown misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A head punch on the inside from DJ fails to land.
Unknown stalling in the clinch.
Unknown with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Unknown avoiding damage.
Unknown connects with a nasty looking knee right to DJ's face. #CUT2#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.#T1#
Unknown scores with a knee to the head.
Unknown blocks a body shot from DJ.
Unknown tries to land a knee to the head but DJ blocks with his arms.
Unknown looking to throw knees to the head but DJ is blocking nicely.
Unknown misses with a knee to the head.
DJ avoids a wild elbow strike from Unknown.
DJ working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
DJ manages to break the clinch.
DJ throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #CL2#
Unknown has managed to clinch.
DJ is trying to stall.
Unknown prevents DJ from breaking the clinch.
A short right from DJ on the inside. #CUT#It looks like Bloodsport Unknown has been cut.
Unknown with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T2#
DJ is trying to break the clinch but Unknown has him pressed against the cage.
DJ lands with a short head shot on the inside.
DJ swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Unknown tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Unknown connects with a knee to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Unknown content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Unknown dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Unknown stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Unknown throws a knee to the head but misses.
DJ has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Unknown is pushing DJ up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Unknown misses with a knee strike. #T3#
DJ blocks an elbow strike.
DJ is trying to break the clinch but Unknown is controlling him.
DJ wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
DJ blocks an elbow strike.
Unknown is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
DJ has had enough of the clinch but Unknown keeps him there for the moment.
DJ wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Unknown missing with knees to the body.
Unknown tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and DJ avoids it.
Unknown trying to control the position but instead, DJ has worked for underhooks and has pushed Unknown into the cage.
DJ can't break the clinch.
Unknown tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Unknown with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
DJ blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Unknown is trying to stall.
DJ blocks an elbow strike.
DJ can't break the clinch.
Unknown misses with a knee to the head.
Unknown misses with a knee strike.
Unknown stalling in the clinch.
DJ is trying to break the clinch but Unknown has him pressed against the cage.
Unknown tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Unknown keeps control of DJ as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
DJ blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
DJ pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Unknown 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.

Bloodsport Unknown dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
DJ fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Unknown slips a straight right by DJ.
Unknown tries to clinch up.
Decent striking displayed by DJ there.
DJ will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Unknown tries to clinch up.
Unknown slips a jab and a cross from DJ.
DJ misses the shot to the body.
Unknown uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DJ.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unknown tries to clinch but DJ is having none of it.
DJ looks to land a combination. Unknown sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#TD2#
Unknown is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in DJ's half guard.#ES#
DJ kicks Unknown off and gets back to his feet.#T1#
DJ misses the shot to the body.
Unknown tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but DJ paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A quick step to the side and DJ tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Unknown throws a right hand that misses
and DJ counters with a series of strikes. Unknown will be more careful next time no doubt.
DJ fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
DJ will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
DJ misses with a two punch combination.
Bloodsport Unknown seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Unknown slips a jab and a cross from DJ.
The fight stays on the outside here - Unknown looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Deontay DJ is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sloppy strikes from DJ. Those never looked like landing.
DJ lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Unknown circles away quickly and effectively.
Unknown is looking to clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Unknown slips under a jab from DJ.#T2#
DJ pulls out of a head kick attempt.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick #CL2#
and Unknown holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Unknown stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Unknown has DJ pressed against the cage, preventing DJ from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
DJ wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bloodsport Unknown seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Unknown stalling against the cage.
Unknown misses with an elbow over the top.
Unknown has DJ pushed against the cage.
DJ on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
DJ takes a knee right on the jaw!
DJ blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Unknown.
Unknown stalling the fight.
DJ looking to slow down the pace here.
The referee is keeping an eye on Unknown - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Unknown misses with an elbow over the top.
Unknown tries to land a knee to the head but DJ blocks with his arms.
DJ tries to circle away but Unknown has him pinned against the cage.
DJ tries to circle away but Unknown has him pinned against the cage.
DJ misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Unknown throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but DJ blocks it with crossed arms.
Unknown working DJ over with knees to the body.
Unknown tries a body shot but DJ blocks it.
A frustrated look appears on DJ's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T4#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
DJ can't break the clinch.
Unknown tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Unknown prevents DJ from breaking the clinch.
DJ has had enough of the clinch but Unknown keeps him there for the moment.
Unknown throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but DJ blocks it with crossed arms.
Unknown tries to throw a body punch but DJ avoids it by throwing Unknown back against the cage.
DJ is trying to force a seperation but Unknown has the dominant position.
Unknown lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Unknown has DJ pushed against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Unknown just misses with a elbow thrown towards DJ's brow.
Unknown tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
DJ looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Unknown wants to clinch.
DJ throwing a counter right hand but Unknown manages to avoid it.
Unknown uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DJ.
DJ sets himself, and Unknown steps forward looking for the clinch! DJ avoids it this time.
DJ swings for the body but Unknown moves out of range.
Unknown steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from DJ.
A nice combination there by DJ.
Unknown tries to clinch up but DJ circles away and keeps his distance.
DJ avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
DJ lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Unknown takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT#That has opened up Bloodsport Unknown's cut even more.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unknown fails in his attempt to clinch.
Unknown tries to clinch there but DJ circles away.
DJ throws a big counter combination but Unknown scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick #CL2#
and Unknown counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Unknown pushes off an throws an elbow but DJ leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T1#
DJ misses with a short punch on the inside.
Unknown is struggling to control the position.#BC#
DJ's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
DJ leaves Unknown with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Unknown tries to clinch but DJ is having none of it. #CL2#
Unknown closes the distance and clinches.
Unknown throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but DJ blocks it with crossed arms.
DJ is trying to push Unknown away but Unknown has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
DJ looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
DJ letting Unknown take a breather here.
Unknown putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has DJ in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#BC#
DJ escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T2#
DJ swats away the attempt to clinch by Unknown.
DJ changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Unknown tries to avoid it but DJ manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Unknown to the ground. Unknown escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
DJ misses with a wild combination.
And Unknown tries to counter it with a takedown but DJ pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Unknown wants to clinch.
DJ throws a big counter combination but Unknown scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
DJ misses with a few strikes there.
Unknown doesn't manage to clinch there - DJ circles away.
DJ swinging wildly here.
Unknown is looking to clinch but DJ is avoiding it. #T3#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DJ. #CL2#
Unknown has closed the distance and engaged DJ in a clinch.
DJ looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
DJ breaks from the clinch.
Unknown takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Unknown doesn't manage to clinch there - DJ circles away.
Unknown doesn't succeed with the takedown
and DJ counters with a one-two to the body. #CL2#
Unknown rushes DJ and presses him up against the cage.
DJ takes an elbow to the temple.
DJ blocks an elbow strike from Unknown.
Unknown misses with a punch to the body.
Unknown throws a knee to the head but misses.
Stalling in the clinch from Unknown. #T4#
DJ wants to break the clinch but can't.
DJ misses with a short punch on the inside.
Unknown lands a good knee to the midsection. DJ won't want to take too many of those.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the fighters up against the cage, Unknown throws an elbow but misses.
DJ misses with a hook from the clinch.
DJ avoiding damage as Unknown throws knees to the body.
DJ blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
DJ tries to circle away but Unknown has him pinned against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Unknown.
Unknown misses with a knee strike.
Unknown misses with the head strike.
Unknown tries to land a knee to the head but DJ blocks with his arms.
DJ is pushing Unknown up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Unknown misses with a knee to the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Deontay DJ showed his dominance in that final round.
I think DJ 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Deontay DJ!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Deontay DJ waved his t-shirt featuring HELLS BALLS RECOVERY's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Checkmate Championship 2
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
DJ forces Thompson back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
DJ breaks the clinch.
Thompson throws a nice looking combination but DJ bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Thompson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Thompson lands a nice shot to the body.
DJ throws a series of punches but Thompson moves out of range.
DJ throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Some wild striking there from DJ.
A lazy left from Thompson finds it's target.#CUT#It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.#KD#
Thompson cracks DJ with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! DJ looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Thompson finish him? #ROC#DJ is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thompson goes for a small jab and connects. Now Thompson goes in closer pressing the issue. Left hook, right straight! DJ stumbles back but Thompson runs in with a huge uppercut knocking DJ to the ground! What a finish! You have to wonder if DJ will ever be the same after a knockout like that.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Big Thompson!

Event: GDL 35: Rodgers vs Byczkiewicz
Date: May 23, 2020

#R1#
Kongo fails to land with a series of punches.
Kongo dodges the punch combination from DJ.
Kongo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A left and a right from DJ both land. Nice combination.
Kongo misses with a head kick.
DJ lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
DJ lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by DJ.
Tarik Kongo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A combination from DJ does no damage.
DJ punishes Kongo's body with a nice straight punch.
A left lands for DJ.
DJ slips a jab and a cross from Kongo.
Kongo tries to bum rush DJ with a series of wild strikes but DJ uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
DJ seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A combination from DJ does no damage.
Kongo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but DJ defends it well.
Kongo lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
DJ steps into range and unloads a brutal right left combo! Kongo is out on his feet! DJ sets himself and nearly takes Kongo's head off with a straight right, sending him crashing to the mat! Wow, that was nasty... but awesome! Wooo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Deontay DJ!
Deontay DJ managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, into his post fight interview.

Event: GDL 27: Cox vs Joukani
Date: Apr 18, 2020

#R1#
DJ tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Ubereem counters with a right hand to the body.
Alistair Ubereem seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ubereem tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ubereem scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
DJ walks into a stiff left hand from Ubereem .
Ubereem with a body punch. A glancing blow.
DJ moves forwards but Ubereem connects with a nice, crisp jab.
DJ uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ubereem .
DJ takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CUT#
It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
Ubereem has been working on his boxing with his coaches at ~T~ Troid - Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Ubereem takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ubereem looks to land a body kick but DJ moved away.
DJ throws a counter combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DJ stuns Ubereem with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
DJ takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ubereem scores with a head kick. DJ tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
DJ tries to clinch up.#T1##CL2#
DJ clinches with his opponent.
DJ blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
DJ breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
DJ closes the distance and pushes Ubereem back into the cage.#BC2#
DJ manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
DJ fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ubereem , pushing him back against the cage.
DJ has a couple of punches blocked by Ubereem .
Ubereem looking to stall.
DJ lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
DJ breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
DJ takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL2#
DJ fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ubereem , pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
DJ breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ubereem slips under a jab.
DJ swings widly with a right hand
and Ubereem counters with a stiff right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ubereem throws a push kick but DJ slaps the foot to one side. #T2#
DJ takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #ROC#
DJ is rocked!
DJ throws a nice looking combination but Ubereem bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
DJ is still on wobbly legs! Can Ubereem finish him?
Ubereem lands a straight punch to the body, keeping DJ at a distance.
DJ looks winded!
Ubereem throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Ubereem is stalking DJ. DJ circles to his left. Keeps circling left. Bam! Straight right from Ubereem , and it's lights out! DJ really payed the price for that rookie mistake.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Alistair Ubereem !
Alistair Ubereem bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: GDL 21 : Spence vs Stone
Date: Mar 07, 2020

#R1#
Tofail's jab looks to have found its range, popping DJ under the eye.#CUT2#
It looks like Deontay DJ has been cut.
DJ misses with a double jab. #CL#
DJ instigates a clinch. #BC#
DJ pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
DJ tries to clinch but Tofail moves out of range.
DJ fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
DJ steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tofail. That one must have hurt.
DJ is breathing heavily.
Tofail keeps DJ at a distance using the push kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Tofail.
Tofail throws an uppercut from hell that sends DJ clean off his feet! He's out cold! Tofail stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tobig Tofail!
After the big win, Tobig Tofail made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors BADASS apparel co. and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

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